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[Hero CDMA Android Development] realmrealm:
Some thoughts / Suggestions

Anyone that is having problems, I think it would help out immensely to:

Read through this entire thread (yes I know it's over 1000 posts), I did it, many others here have, and you can too. It is very annoying to see people asking questions that have been asked many times previously. This is a dev thread, not a "Boy that looks cool lets just flash the files on the first page and complain about anything I see wrong" thread.

If you have a problem that has not already been reported, or addressed somewhere else in this thread please tell us where you are coming from.

I do computer support for a living and just shouting out a problem without telling us what you are working with is like telling someone to help you with directions without telling them where you are.

Please tell us:

* What version ROM are you on? (darch1, darch2, darch3, or darch3 with no opengl)

* Have you re-rooted since flashing? You need to, so do that first. (don't you dare ask how :-) it's in here multiple times. personally i have used successfully post #468 step 2 is different though, just download the current ROM, it's no longer 3 files, but you should know that shouldnt you :D)

* Have you flashed a kernel? if so which?

* If you reference a post either quote it, or tell us the post number (I don't know about the rest of you by i have my settings to display 50 posts per page, so referencing page 37 when I only have 20 pages does not help me know what your talking about)

* have you tried doing anything? if so what?

Being lazy and just shouting out "my trackball doesn't work" is very unproductive. please just try to give more info, and look through the posts.

More than 50% of the questions being asked here have already been answered many times. If you don't have the time to look through this thread in its entirety then you do not have time for this ROM (my opinion). Especially right now while we are trying to track down and fix bugs.

This is not directed at anyone specific, you just need to remember that darchstar is

ONE

man. Lets try to help him out by not overwhelming him with 8 million questions an hour.

[steps off soap box]

-AndyS-
[Hero CDMA Android Development] tyrnight:
@realmrealm, Perfection!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
nursely puutttz!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KBizzle:
Nice. Not to mention, those of us that have been following this thread know that Darchstar doesnt typically start assisting the questions and addressing issues until later in the afternoon. He does have a normal job so it might be more appropriate to ask later so he doesnt have to read a ton of threads.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
..well his REAL fans know he's still in school :p
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KBizzle:
Oh excuse me, Im sorry. I can still piss farther.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] SupahDave:
Damn, you beat me to saying it... LMFAO
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
heheh...good stough! Oh n to whom it may concern: Live Wallpapers DO work w/ this ROM out the box, just not the Nexus ones..there are quite a few available in the market that seem to work yuussst fine. I'm sure this is understood by most, but if any wanted a slight clarification here y'are
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Decad3nce:
Google Earth

So, Google Earth was released for Android today. Anyone get it to work on this ROM?

I can download it, but it doesn't boot. I'm guessing because this ROM has Open GL 1.1 Lite and not Open GL 1.1? Or could be something else entirely?

Anyways, I'll see what I can do to get it to work.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Leukay:
This rom has Open GL 1.0 lite. We need 1.1 lite. And it doesn't launch for me either
[Hero CDMA Android Development] icm714:
edit i found the post in here
[Hero CDMA Android Development] kraminc:
Im getting an error when trying to flash the optional kernal. E:can't symlink /system/lib/modules/GK-2.1a

E: Failure at line 3: symlink /system/lib/modules SYSTEM:lib/modules/GK-2.1a
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mercado79:
Just to piggy back on this post, Darch... it'd be helpful for me (and probably others) if you started up a naming/numbering convention for the ROMs you post. I understand it's probably most simple to name the ROM the same and overwrite what you've already uploaded, but... it can get pretty confusing to know what ROM you've downloaded vs. what's the latest one available. That might help keep straight what bugs are found where. Don't mean for this to come off as a knock on your work, btw. I'm loving this ROM. Came from 2.01 and didn't run into most (if any) of the problems mentioned thus far such as marketplace, setup, boot loops, or BT issues. Thanks!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] icm714:
any answer for this yet
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mginther:
I'm torn between this rom and the standard Eclair 2.1 version available. On the 2.1 v1.87 Flips posted, you can teather your phone without using PDANet. Simply plug in your USB to your comp and select that mode, your connected... simple. Can we incorporate that ability into this rom?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
did you "adb remount" first?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] coldfire2122:
I get the same error. So, I'm just using the kernel that comes with it. Maybe I can live without the live wallpapers.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Jjday7:
same issue also
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Kykiskly:
Quick Question about OpenGL

Wont enabled use more battery than without the GPU feature? :rolleyes:
[Hero CDMA Android Development] 5tr4t4:
I haven't downloaded this version, but it looks like there might be an error in the update-script. I believe "/system/lib/modules" should just be "lib/modules". This would require a repackage/re-sign to fix.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mrinehart93:
I agree... I downloaded the first version you posted (atleast I think) with Cyanogenmod, and now I don't know whether that is the latest anymore since you keep renaming every file the same name.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] TheBiles:
Does anyone else use Quick Settings? It has an option to toggle mobile data, but for some reason it is disabled with this ROM. It only says "no APN configured." What exactly does this mean? Is there any kind of problem here?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] kraminc:
I just cant get passed the eye candy. I realy like the LWPs.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] watzone69:
Yes, I did and I still get "Bad mode".

Maybe it's just me but when I tried the commands in the first post I got nowhere fast. Here's what I used:

First, do this...

adb remount
adb shell
mkdir /system/sd
exit
adb reboot

then...

adb remount
adb push e2fsck /system/bin
adb shell
cd /system/bin
chmod 777 e2fsck
a2sd
exit
adb reboot

That should enable apps2sd but BE WARNED! I had to reinstall all of my apps. It may just be because I did a2sd before making the /system/sd directory so you may be OK if you follow the steps above in order.

Another note, don't try to run "a2sd" again while /dev/block/mmcblk0p2 is mounted or your computer will beep at you and give you a "WARNING!!! Running e2fsck on a mounted filesystem may cause SEVERE filesystem damage. Do you want to continue (y/n)?"

I picked no.

To test if it's working go back to your # and type:

cd /data/app
pwd

It should return "/system/sd/app". If it only returns "/data/app" then apps2sd is not working for you yet.

Hope this helps.

NEVER MIND... Apps2SD enabled but doesn't survive a reboot. If anyone has ideas about getting this to work, PM me so we don't clutter the thread.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
I know the LWP is sweet eye candy....but even without it this ROM kills all others out there with the options it has and effects it can do. LWP will come back....Darch will find a way, as well as the other issues with the ROM....such as gallery/MMS/ and audio bluetooth.

Be patient...and it will come :) For now, I am LOVING the new mail client, launcher 2, and the over all look of everything!

Can anyone out there tell me which is better to use the keyboard that comes with THIS rom....or the HTC keyboard that I have heard others mention.

Why want the HTC keyboard back...?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mrinehart93:
you'd want the HTC keyboard back because A LOT of people think it's easier to use.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] skola28:
Voice Option

Has anyone noticed the Voice option being removed from the keyboard? I believe I may have lost the ability when I pushed the updated kernel a few days ago.

The microphone option usually resides on the keyboard (when typing an SMS for instance), but it seems to have been removed for some reason. All of the voice search options still remain and work fine.

I'm going to try and flash this new build with the updated OpenGL and see if it comes back.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Decad3nce:
The new build should contain the voice option; I know mine does.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Avalaunchmods:
its the keyboard version that decides that i believe. maybe push an updated keyboard apk to the phone and that should have the button. because my voice commands work fine also.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gqukyo:
Really? I installed it and use it from time to time just to test it out vs the stock android keyboard and I actually like the stock on better... less mistakes on my part but that's just me... :D
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mercado79:
Most, if not all, apps I've seen in the Market which toggle data are made for GSM phones. If you go through the app's comments, you'll see a lot of people complaining about this. I'm guessing that's what you're running into.

If you do find one that works for CDMA phones like ours, definitely let me know!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gostars9:
Exited to see this flesh out a bit more. I need MMS and camera, but it's cool that you guys are so close.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] smittycg:
Use swype, its the best, and i know it works on 2.1 (fresh)
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Tikerz:
Anyone try configuring the Android internal task killer with this ROM? I've been using the Autokiller app from the Marketplace to set the settings. Been using the "aggressive" settings from Gbhil's kernel.

1536,3072,4096,21000,23000,25000

60MB+ free memory and the ROM is fast.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] TheBiles:
Ah, didn't know this! It had always worked (or at least appeared to) before.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mrinehart93:
This app is good until a kernel is released that has the internal task killer tweaked. Have you found out if this app directly edits the kernel, or if it's loaded into memory at boot and applies the settings? Because with the aggressive setting set, I don't need it anymore.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
I bought advanced task manager a while back and was told on numerous occasions not to use it. So I haven't....assuming that the ROM 'ends' task on it's own.

Should we use this task killer with DARCH'S ROM and set it to what you have...I am currently using 47MB internal memory out of my 159MB that I have. That is over 100+ free......
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
Gallery w/ Multi-touch

Haven't seen this posted but if anyone wants it...

(delete .zip, rename to Gallery3D.apk, push to /system/app)

.. and yes it still crashes if you dont task switch out of it
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mrinehart93:
What does the Multi-touch add to it? Functions?

And Konikub, all the app does it tweak Android's internal task killer... It doesn't end tasks like a Task Killer from the market. The app merely tells Android to kill processes when a certain amount of memory is reached.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
pinch-to-zoom like HTC Albums had
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mike2o6:
My home button doesnt seem to work is there a solution to fix this issue, unless its just with mine.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
How would you push it...?

cd C:\android-sdk-windows\tools

adb devices

adb push /system/app

adb push Gallery3D.apk

exit

?? Still new to this cmd thing and can do it (like the rerooting eailer) if someone goes over what to type :) Thanks!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] mike2o6:
Oh and I dont suppose there a Zip version of the Launcher on this rom so I can put it in the version 2.0.1?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gqukyo:
I just noticed with the release currently on the OP, i'm plugged in right now but and the front screen says it's charging and 94% but the green light is up which normally would indicate fully charged status... weird... i removed it from the charger and the battery icon does look fully charged but going to the battery status it's 94%... has anyone else experienced this or something similar?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] lugose:
I believe it was mentioned earlier, but it could have been another thread. AOSP flips the led to green once it's over 90%.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Is_907:
After adb devices do this:

adb push Gallery3D.apk /system/app/

It's always "adb push <source> <destination>"
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
No it would be more like:

cd C:/where/ever/android/SDK/tools/is
adb remount
adb push Gallery3D.apk /system/app/
adb reboot
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gators0223:
edit: Looks like gu1dry and Is_907 beat me too it. Damn your quick :D

Copy the Gallery3D.apk to your SDK tools directory. I assume its C:\android-sdk-windows\tools from what you have above.

Then just type

cd C:\android-sdk-windows\tools
adb remount
adb push Gallery3D.apk /system/app/

from a command window and that should do it.

Hope that helps!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
Then exit right...?

So......source = what you are pushing

with a space after push...and a space after 'source'

Thanks guys!!!!
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
At lunch right now, so I'm lurking :p
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
What is this "is" after tools that noone else has on their instructions? Just curious....
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gqukyo:
Yes it's another thread cuz I did search and didn't find anything on this thread searching "charging", seeing how hostile everyone appears to be on this thread... hahaha :p but at least i know now.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
Where ever Android SDK tools is.....

As in where you put the Android SDK tools folder.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
Otay...so I put it in my tools folder in the "C" drive....but when I go to rename it....it's already named Gallery3D.apk and it's a zip file.

Do I push the zip file currently named Gallery3D.apk or is it possible to make it NOT a zip file and a true apk...?

....and what will do, help out the gallery in some fashion...?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
No, remove ".zip" on the file. XDA doesn't allow direct uploads of .apk's.

Not to sound rude, but if you don't know the basics, do you really need to be playing a development ROM?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
delete ".zip"..it'll ask if you wanna change the extension, blah blah..say "yes, I'm not an idiot Microsoft" then push the file, now titled, "Gallery3D.apk to /system/app.

It adds pinch-to-zoom
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
..meh..we all gotta start somewhere. The good thing is, he's actually trying to get his hands a little dirty
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Tikerz:
I think it just echoes the values when you apply the settings. It also has an option to apply settings on boot. The values do stay upon reboot.

It's working great so far.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
A development ROM isn't the best place to start IMHO.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
Thanks for the heads up...once again. But if you insist on being rude....please do us both a favor and do not respond to my posts. Help all others out if needs be. I now enough to do what I wish and learning is what it's all about. You have responded to a few people on here "snapping" at them and it deters people from asking questions.

Please stop. This is for everyone to gain knowledge and not to be 'afraid' of asking a simple question. I do use the search tool. I have read all 100+ pages....just don't respond to any of my questions please. I don't like being told to "not" do something because I would like to learn it.

Thank you very much and hope you have a great day.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
PERFECTLY said...from a 'good' person/teacher :)
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
haaa../STUDENT...I just started really using ADB..i've used Linux a bit, learned a few commands (google search linux commands, it'll get you more acquainted w/ what a lot of the commands you see here are and what they mean)..but I kinda just started using CMD to input commands..its mad cool...

OH and I found that if you do get a Gallery lock-up and you're around your computer..you can still send the "adb reboot" command instead of having to take out the battery (I have a case and it's a pain to have to keep takin' the phone out) Justa head up for anyone..
[Hero CDMA Android Development] wakeboarder1335:
Anyone know how to get rid of the new voicemail notification in the status bar? I have it set up to use GV voicemail instead, but i can't get rid of the the damn notification. I know flipzmodes 2.1 ROM had an option in call setting to clear it but this ROM doesn't have it from what I could tell. Any ideas?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] daryelv:
Search the thread and ye shall find the answer....
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
lol, nice...I build websites from scratch HTML C++ ect, and I learned it all from reading and practice. We all can't just KNOW what we are doing like others in this world.

Okay...so the galler3dapk.zip is in my tools folder currently. I has the symbol of a zip and when I go to rename it. the name is gallery3d.apk so there is no .zip to take off. I click on properties and it's still a zip file...?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
..stupid windows defaults..in your folder options you have to 'view extensions of known file types'..
[Hero CDMA Android Development] daryelv:
Seriously... there should be a [DEV] section or a way to lock a thread where newBs can READ but not WRITE until their post-count is above X number of posts or they've performed Y number of searches.

Frustrating to read a thread where the same answers are repeated over and over for people that don't search.

People having problems rooting... go read the "How to Root" FAQ's in the Wiki...

People asking questions about using ADB... go read other threads about using ADB...

People asking questions about MMS/Camera/Bluetooth... Read the 1st post, if there's a breakthrough, it will be posted there

WE DON'T CARE IF

YOU

NEED CAMERA BEFORE USING THIS ROM. Then DON'T USE IT!

This is a DEV thread, unless you have something to contribute as in a NEW problem with detailed information about the problem, then it's useless to keep saying "Bluetooth doesn't work" or "My Battery dies quickly".

Also, can't we get a mod for the Sprint Hero Forum? Maybe they could create a thread that is locked for only certain users to DEV in instead of answer questions over and over.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
Thanks man! :D:):D How helpful you have been!!!

Got it to work....I have Vista and it had Hide extensions of known file types checked....

I simply unchecked it and viola! Now to push it...lol
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
Yes the forum is a great way to gain knowledge & all the info in which you have acquired about is on the forum, if you simply search. Asking questions that have been asked time & time again simply clutter the forums & therefore makes it harder to locate the info others seek. I am not snapping, I'm staying it like it is, I should I continue to clutter the forum if lazy people can't simply open their eyes & use the easy to use tools that have been presented to them. And people shouldn't be afraid to ask simple questions, but when the same question is asked time & time again, it is no longer a simple question, but basic knowledge to running a rooted phone.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] regaw_leinad:
it's actually

adb shell reboot

but you probably knew that
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gostars9:
Everyone be on your best behavior, the self appointed thread police is here to drop the hammer.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
i do, indeed, but thanks for the clarification! i'm really bad at "cliff-noting" Life
[Hero CDMA Android Development] planemaniac:
Amazing ROM

I'm currently using this as my main rom, I'm not having many bugs and the pros outweigh the cons of using this rom. Great job Darch!

I'm sorry if this has already been posted... I haven't seen it.

But the default email client (Not the gmail) has issues with marking emails read/unread... they keep reseting to unread. Not a biggy, but it's hard to use my non-gmail email with it doing this.

-planemaniac
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
I would love to a website coded in C++, especially since no browser would be able to interpret it. I "just know what" want I am doing. I have read & experimented & figured it on my own, but I guess we can't learn on our own, some people need to be spoon feed the same information over & over again...
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
"Shell" is unneeded & redundant in that command; adb reboot works just fine.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
Couldn't agree with you more.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
woops...i was just so caught up in not tryin' to disagree (stupid pacifists) that i didn't fully read his post...right YOU are! thanks for the clarified clarification
[Hero CDMA Android Development] agentofboom:
+1

Yes, please.

I've found answers to nearly all of my questions/woes by simply using Google if not the search here.

The repeat posts really gob up the flow and usefulness of threaded conversation. Its simply inconsiderate.

I'm shocked if you dont expect an "RTFM" response from a bunch of brainy devs or tech types unless you are in an education-like setting. This is not a classroom. This is a down and dirty chop shop housing the finest bunch of phone guru's there are.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] funcrusher:
Cantankerous forum regs or lazy forum noobs, which are worse?

We may need a poll thread.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] KERKEDAGAIN:
though I am a mitigator (try not to blow "stupid" things outta the water since life's full of 'em) cant say I don't agree w/ the need to learn to search...n i don't just mean here @ XDA.

I think Googling is a skill..you must learn to input the most concise set of keywords to produce the most specific hits possible..before I posted that MT Gallery, por ejemplo, i searched the entire Hero CDMA section for "gallery3d" to make sure it wasn't already posted...unnecessary you say?? Well if y'don't wanna be yelled at..it may be best to do your research first
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
t

This isn't clutter...? If you and others do this from time to time, clutter comes :)

Everywhere we goes in life, clutter happens....it's when we don't get snippety that counts for productivity!

Let us not bicker....let us "help" one and other :):) Sound good?
[Hero CDMA Android Development] gu1dry:
That's ONE comment, compared to how comments/questions you have posted in the last few hours, that could have been answered if you simply researched.
[Hero CDMA Android Development] phonetec:
what is your purpose? what do u bring to the table? why are u here? the thread says "ROM DEV" if ur not developing dont say ****
[Hero CDMA Android Development] Konikub:
We are putting a stop the bickering...remember, lol.

I'll let you respond to this post here...cause I know it'll kill you if you don't.

So after that...don't respond to any of my posts and we will all live in peace! Others will help me...I will try and be okay without your help, but I think I will survive :)