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[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
This is the second time I have heard this. Whats the easiest way to switch?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Ok, I downloaded the version you guys are using and it did the same thing to me. I redid it and will replace the update. Please do not use the Riptide theme or it will bootloop.

Not sure what happened but apologize for the problem. Mine worked right away and it is the same file?

Edit: Took down both links and re-uploading the file. It will be back up shortly.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
Not sure what your asking?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
What I meant is I am not sure how the downloaded version does not work but the same file (which I uploaded) works for on me on my phone.

I tested it and got bootloops like you did, already redid it and re-uploading now. I am sorry for any trouble.

The only way to switch themes (without having stuff left over from the last theme) is to wipe, reinstall my ROM and then the theme you want to use. I will explore other solutions (maybe similar to what XxVirusxX did to his ROM) but for now that is it.
[EVO 4G Android Development] neoboss589:
Love the rom.Was looking for one that has the sprint hotspot that actually works.Is there a reason why it and many other roms i come across only support up to 2 max users?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Might have something to do with the 3.29 OTA or maybe the Hotspot itself got updated?

No idea honestly but glad it is working and that you like the ROM.
[EVO 4G Android Development] whytecell:
Sweet! I can't wait for the directors cut
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Ok, Riptide 9 clear theme fixed and both mirrors have the fixed version. Please let me know if you have any more problems with it. :)
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
No Trouble. I'm sure your busy and it just got overlooked.
[EVO 4G Android Development] jm5503:
This is by far the fastest sense Rom I've ever used and I've tried them all.... Great work.....
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
+1

Also Riptide works with new link. Looks Great!
[EVO 4G Android Development] iknowsquat:
I assume you are talking about recovery images?

While I am a hands on guy and prefer to do things the "hard way" the simplest way to jump to amon RA recovery is to select Alternate Recovery within ROM Manager.

If I may make a suggestion.....

IMO the best way to test themes is to flash the base ROM and set it up completely. Then make a nand backup. That is now your "blank" ROM.

Try a theme, dont like it? Wipe and restore the "blank" from nandroid. No need to reflash.

Been doing that for awhile now, very easy. Hope that helps.

Just getting up and running ricsim but 2.2 seems fantastic! Great job as always. Thanks!!
[EVO 4G Android Development] jm5503:
People I know the transitions are really cool on this ROM but if you turn off all animations in settings this ROM will blow any other out the water speed wise.....
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
I know I am the ROM creator, but honestly I was surprised that this ROM is as fast as it is. It is not the smallest ROM, but it is fast, stable, and packed with features.

An added benefit of taking time to learn more and build it slowly instead of just hurrying up to get it out there.

Thank you all for showing your support for my work and please enjoy!
[EVO 4G Android Development] jgalan14:
Really great job and I found my problem with the links in facebook it was another theme that I had flash I did it on calkulins rom too.and did the same effect to mess up with links well back in business.now lol
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Glad you got that ironed out, addons are great but unfortunately some break things. If you run into any more problems, please let me know.

You should try the themes I uploaded for this ROM :) They are made for it and work flawless.

The Director's Cut may have a hybrid theme :)
[EVO 4G Android Development] stkman32:
Anyone having problems with wireless tether not connecting?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
If you do, try reloading the binaries or uninstall it and try a different version. It works for me and at least one other person I know of. You are the first to report it is not. This is why I made it so you can use the version that works for your phone. Try the newest 2.05 Pre11 or try the older 2.05 Pre7. You can download them HERE

Make sure you get the ones made for the EVO. The one available on the market has never worked for me since Android 2.2 Froyo came out.

Hope you can get it working though :)
[EVO 4G Android Development] dwntwnall4u:
Took a quick ride with Manila Carbon v1.2 & then ZipEE 2.0, they were nice but great to be back with Azrael v2.2, best sense Rom to me.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
Ok I'm not sure if anyone else is having this problem but I will ask.

After loading Rom and Clear theme I was just checking things out and hit the friend stream update bar at the bottom of the widget. Well it updates but it says "updating" with the little arrows going in a circle. It says that way until I go into the programs and find the HTC Friend Stream program and end it. It goes away but then if I go back to the widget and try to update it again it sticks again. I'm not sure if it's constantily updating or not. Any suggestions?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
I don't use it, but I left Friendstream untouched so it should work. If not, see if there is any updates available. Take out your battery and reload the ROM. See if this helps.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
Should just do the Rom? Or do the Rom and the theme?
[EVO 4G Android Development] jgalan14:
If you like stock sense do the rom only if you like different rosie then I recomend you the theme
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Do just the ROM if you want it to look stock.

Use the themes if you want to customize the look of the top icons, Rosie, Lockscreen, and program icons. Manup also changes the font a bit.
[EVO 4G Android Development] dwntwnall4u:
Ricsim78, would it be possible to allow an option to toggle the 90 & 270 degree auto rotate on/off?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
That I am aware of, the only way to do that is get a homescreen replacement (Like I know LauncherPro does this).

I do not use them because I like the Sense widgets and have not been too impressed with some of the "replacements". I happen to like Sense myself.

I can look into it for you for sure and see what I find out. You can change rotate settings in the Setup menu but only on/off.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
Ok I flashed the Rom and all is well. That means the theme is not playing nice. V8 clear.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
I use the Manup theme myself, I will certainly look into it for you and see what I find. I have never used Friendstream but I want it to work for those who do. Did you clear the cache and Dalvik before you flashed the theme? This can sometimes help.

Riptide is an amazing theme but so far it has been the only one giving problems. Hopefully it is just your setup and not a universal problem but if you do get it to work, let me know (with Riptide).

I can always take Friendstream out of the theme if it is the only problem reported. That or see if he updated the theme.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
I didn't flash the theme a second time to try. I love riptides theme also. Not sure what the conflict is. I use stream everyday so I loaded the stock Rom until you get more reports.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Riptide9 has not updated his theme yet. Tomorrow morning I will look into the problem. For one see if I get the same problem and if I do, I will get it working for you (or anyone else who uses Friendstream).

I will not only post links to the themes used, but I will also add theme options over time. In the meantime, these are 3 good themes and I am sure there will be fans of all 3.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
Thanks.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Helton566:
Well I went back and loaded the theme just to see if I was losing my mind and it did it again. But I did find the problem but I don't know how to fix it. When I load your Rom I went to my accounts and there was 1 Facebook and 1 Twitter. After loading the theme it added a second twitter. So I'm thinking that stream is trying to update both account when it is really just one. I hope that helps and let me know what you find.
[EVO 4G Android Development] Semantics:
I love everything about this ROM. Well, almost everything. Anytime I open the Browser, I get a force close. Otherwise, its fantastic. I love the dark theme. :)
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
I was getting the same thing, I found a fix. I will update the ROM tomorrow and fix it.

But in the meantime, the problem is your browser data is corrupted.

To fix, run ADB shell and do this:

adb shell mv /data/data/com.android.browser /data/data/com.android.browser.OLD

adb shell mkdir /data/data/com.android.browser

adb shell reboot

Or just run an alternate browser and you should be set.

Weird little problem but at least it is an easy fix :)
[EVO 4G Android Development] Semantics:
Thanks, I'll give it a shot tomorrow! Love this ROM otherwise, fantastic work.
[EVO 4G Android Development] rizzomach:
downloading now will send feed back
[EVO 4G Android Development] brokensmile209:
nice job but i kinda like how v2.1 look.....
[EVO 4G Android Development] dwntwnall4u:
You may want to do a full wipe twice. It may also take a long time on the boot up.

By the way, no browser issues here.
[EVO 4G Android Development] skydeaner:
Im getting bootloops with the blue theme I have tried installing the Rom, rooting, clearing Dalvik and cache and then installing The matted blues and basically every other variation I can try. Anyone else ?
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Then all you have to do is download the Manup theme I posted and call it a day, this has everything 2.1 had and much more.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Ok, I can say that the browser issues are not the ROM. How I fixed mine is I reformatted my SD card (after backing it up on the computer) and mine is working fine.

I use Dolphin Browser HD anyhow, but you can use that ADB fix or make sure you are fully wiped before installing. Especially if you are coming off a ROM that used Apps2SD (like Azrael 2.1 had).
[EVO 4G Android Development] dstrowl2002:
Wireless tethering

I am consistently having problem with wireless tethering on my Evo. I tried 2.05 pre 11, pre 9, pre 7, & 2.0.2. On my computer side, I can see connected showing mac address, channel 6 etc; On my phone I could also see computer name and IP address etc under access control. But I just couldn't browse website on my computer. I am using PdaNet for tethering now.
[EVO 4G Android Development] THunDA:
great rom! running flawless, no browser issues at all.

Actually no issues at all for me.. :D

edit..

Did I full wipe too, ever since I purchased Titanium doing a wipe is noting when things get restored so easy.. Dont know how I ever lived without it.. hehe
[EVO 4G Android Development] Trident:
Megaupload links aren't working and the mirror is incredibly slow. Any other options?:D

My fault.
[EVO 4G Android Development] dstrowl2002:
wireless tethering

Hi, could you share with me how you do it?

I just downloaded his rom to sd card, wipe the system, and install the new rom 2.2. Do I need to install other stuff to get wireless tethering working? Thanks!
[EVO 4G Android Development] THunDA:
I dont use that so I wouldnt know... but maybe this will help from the OP.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
I want this ROM to work for everyone, it seems like all of the problems mentioned so far are related to the themes (browser problem is too.)

So I am going to work more on the themes. I might even make it so that there is the stock look and then a different download for my ROM with all 3 themes.

For now, let me see what I can do. If you are having any problems (besides wireless tethering) then more likely than not it is the theme.
[EVO 4G Android Development] THunDA:
Fyi.. I'm using lowrider theme, everything looks great and seems to be working for me.

Edit.. Forgot im using nets 4191 cfs havs universal, but everything was working before the kernel change
[EVO 4G Android Development] skydeaner:
Great rom once the themes are fixed.

I flashed the regular matted blues and it worked fine. I just (like you said) lost the awesome window transistions and other animations. I would really like them back, so I am very anxious for you to figure it out. Overall you made a terrific rom sir. For a sense based rom, I will definitely be recommending it.
[EVO 4G Android Development] iknowsquat:
Have you tried the Spint Hotspot? It's been unlocked and working fine here.

Once set up it does take an extra minute to identify the network before allowing internet access.

If you've applied a theme that could be your issue, Pre11 worked for me as well on the Base ROM but applying the Manup theme killed both the Hotspot and Wireless Tether. Ricsim is on it.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
I am going to take each theme, flash it over the ROM, and then ensure everything works.

I am going to make this ROM a bit more modular. I want to see if I can get the transition animations flashable so you can flash them over a theme and make them work no matter what you are using, all three of these themes by default overwrite the animations.

Themes look nice but they can also lead to lots of troubles. I use the Manup theme but I have to figure out why it is interfering with tethering (for me it is not).

The problem is the apps in Manup are outdated and he has not updated it since August. A lot has happened since then, as far as app updates and the new OTA.

I already updated the Manup theme and will be switching links to updated version.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
FYI everyone: Theme links are down. I am going to redo and test each one, Manup already done and currrently being re-uploaded. Riptide and Matted Blues are next. I will have them back up ASAP.

Lets make them work right this time :) No more trouble!

Edit: Manup theme re-uploaded and both links lead to fixed version. Working on other 2 and adding another theme, Carbon-Fiber by xxbabiboi228xx. Also uploading alt fonts for the Manup theme (can be used with any theme).
[EVO 4G Android Development] skydeaner:
Sweeeeet. Thank you very much sir. Your prompt response and dedication to fixing the problem are very much appreciated.
[EVO 4G Android Development] jbstutes:
This Rom is by far the best. Thanks for all your hard work.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Thank you very much, I am really glad how it turned out and that despite little teething problems, overall feedback has been very good on it. It is funny, in one night the amount of downloaded surpassed the total downloads of the original Azrael and about to surpass version 2.1.

About the themes: Okay, so far I have Manup working (reported problems not there anymore) and Carbon Fiber worked flawless (just added my animations and resigned it, working well).

Riptide9's clear theme is giving me major trouble (bootloops) and all I did was replace the animations. Not sure what is going on there but going to look into it more.

I have not got to Matted Blues yet.

I will keep the themes that work and get rid of those that do not. I may offer some other theme options (Lowrider is a cool one, might do that).

You can always put whatever theme you want on the phone after flashing my ROM, but there is a chance the theme will overwrite either my wallpapers, my animations, or my bootup animation. Just keep that in mind and have fun!
[EVO 4G Android Development] GuAcHi:
I luv this rom, great work on it..

on 2.2 I actually had a few prob's with the internet FC on me a lot so im gonna go back and use 2.1 for now.. Its great tho.. keep up the good work
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
If the ROM is not themed, the internet works flawless and works with the updated themes I am going to be posted. Manup is up now, others be up later.

If you have problems, you need to do a complete wipe and may be a good idea to backup your SD card and reformat it. It tends to get rid of any demons that pop up. Especially if coming from a ROM that uses Darktremor's Apps2SD (like Azrael 2.1)

Thank you very much :)
[EVO 4G Android Development] dstrowl2002:
wireless

Thanks for your suggestions. I used all stuff included in the v 2.2 rom, including theme, kernel. I installed the wireless tethering included in the download, and also tried some other version from the developer. I even changed the kernel to the version ricsim78 mentioned. But all effort couldn't get the wireless tethering to work. There might be something wrong from my side.
[EVO 4G Android Development] iknowsquat:
Which browser? Stock?

When does it FC?

Is it FCing when you hit back or stop while a page is loading?

If so flash this zip (I did not make it)

View attachment Browser_apk.zip

That will install a fresh stock browser.

If your issue is not as I described above this may not work.

The issue is seen across ROMs, it has nothing to do with Azrael.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
My browser is working fine with both this ROM without themes and with the updated Manup theme I posted as well as the Carbon Fiber theme (which will be up soon). With the original themes posted here, I had problems with my internet FCing too (oh noes).

Thank you again iknowsquat for posting that link, yes anyone with browser problems can flash that and it will fix it. Or just reinstall my ROM and use the updated themes. I updated the first post with a link to it. Any who are having browser FC issues, just flash that browser.apk through your recovery and you should be good to go.

On a side note, Riptide9 is still giving me problems. It is such a good theme but it does not appear to be solvable by me at least. I may have to pull it, if I do I will email Riptide9 himself and ask him if he can include my animations in a version for my ROM. Never hurts to ask and his theme skills way surpass mine!

Luckily, my methods are working on the other themes, so may just hold off on Riptide's theme for now. Going to try one more thing, if not then move on.

As for Wireless tethering, it is going to be flaky at best no matter which ROM you use. It is still in the experimental stage as this point and you may have to try a lot of different versions to get it working. If not, there is other options: use Sprint Hotspot, PDA.NET works, etc.

I am a ROM maker, not a software maker so I cannot do much about the Wireless tethering. I wish I could but I know nothing about it and it is working for me with the version I included with the ROM (makes it even harder to diagnose the problem when I am not having that problem myself).

I wish I had a better answer, maybe someone more knowledgeable about the tethering can tell us a fix and I will be happy to implement it however I can. I want this to work 100% but there is so many variables out there.
[EVO 4G Android Development] GuAcHi:
iknowsquat thanx for the link i will give it a try...

ricsim i actually was just usin the rom alone no theme.. ill give 2.2 a try now with the help you guys gave me
[EVO 4G Android Development] iknowsquat:
No problem, happy to help. Actually it was happening on the base ROM for me. The browser was completely functional and it was a very subtle issue. Almost had to make it happen. Like I asked above it would only happen if I tried to stop a loading page or hit Back while a page was loading. Sometimes the FC would happen upon the next launch of the browser.

I've seen the issue across ROMs like I stated, that's why I knew the "fix". I always just copy/paste the apk to /system/app manually but another user was kind enough to make a flashable zip for the masses.

Thanks for the theme fixes Bro.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Carbon Fiber theme links up (replaced Riptide9 for now).

Working on Matted Blues now.
[EVO 4G Android Development] flex360:
oooooh

looks nice

will give it a go and see whats up with this rom

how would u rate the battery life?
[EVO 4G Android Development] iknowsquat:
Battery life is good or poor or great or mediocre :p

In all seriousness no one can answer that for you. Your usage is more/less than mine which is less/more than ricsim's.

You have to Flash To Find Out :D

The stock kernel ricsim includes is really strong, very good battery life FOR ME. Of course the kernel is changeable which makes the battery question even harder to answer.

The ROM rocks and is worth the flash and the testing on your part-of that there is no kidding around :)

Happy Flashing!
[EVO 4G Android Development] dstrowl2002:
Thanks for the ROM

Thanks for the great ROM. Everything, except wireless tethering working for me now. Luckily PdaNet & Sprint wireless spots working. By the way, are sprint wireless hotspot & Pdanet also free (won't receive a bill from sprint later)?
[EVO 4G Android Development] rde34:
Just wanted to report that I flashed riptide theme shortly after 2.2 was up and haven't had one issue other than low battery life because I can't stop playing around with my EVO.
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
As usual, iknowsquat's response is spot on.

This is essentially a stock ROM with some bloat removed, customizations, and transition animations. There are various system tweaks that I cooked into the ROM to speed it up and keep it optimized (it is self cleaning, lots of memory available, Dalvik moved to Cache instead of eating up Data, etc.) This is also why people are saying this ROM is extremely fast because it is!

The ROM has very little to do with battery life (unless there are things cooked in that eat up battery life, such as lots of stuff running in memory or something constantly throttling the CPU.) where as the kernel is more responsible for how good your battery life is or not.

The kernel cooked in, HTC's # 11 kernel, has been known to have very good battery life for some, others report it is a bit worse than the former kernel. In other words, mileage varies depending on which Evo a given kernel is run on. I like running custom kernels but I wanted to give that option to people rather then forcing a custom kernel on them. This way you can run what you want or what works best for your particular phone.

If you get poor battery life, first read my guide in my signature for recalibrating battery. If you still feel or tested and found out your battery like is not what you expect it to be, try a different kernel. Finding the proper kernel is way more important than finding the proper ROM. The kernel is essential; the ROM is preference.

Hope this helps and adds on to iknowsquat's answer. Please read my guide as it contains much more information about such matters and may have some information just about anyone could find useful.
[EVO 4G Android Development] iknowsquat:
Happy to report/confirm Manup theme fixed, on Sprint Hotspot now, Browser works as it should.

In the interest of full disclosure I have to admit I was about to post that the old issues were still present and the fix didnt work....then I realized I never deleted the old theme zip from my card, I simply reflashed the "broken" one :o oops.

Let's just consider it thorough testing, K? :)

Thanks Bro!
[EVO 4G Android Development] ricsim78:
Haha, glad it is working now.

I HATE when you do a full wipe, install the ROM, and then accidentally flash the wrong add on! You have to wipe and do it all over again or Nandroid.

Part of the experience for us flashaholics for sure. :D

Thanks for your help and feedback man, really appreciated and please enjoy! :)

How do you like the new wallpapers and ringtones?

Edit: Lowrider just offered to cook up a custom version of his theme for my ROM which is beyond nice of him to do. What a great community!
[EVO 4G Android Development] GuAcHi:
well i reflashed 2.2 and manup now.. full wipe like I always do..

happy 2 say nooo problems as of yet... thanx for the information you guys gave me :D