yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Mesmerize] phidelt82:
Well, when I built the ROM, I was specifically thinking of you and your wants/needs/desires. Then I took all of that out.

Really man, it's a custom ROM. It's built the way I wanted it to be built. It also has AOSP parts to it. I'm sure you're probably perplexed by that also. Why would someone add AOSP parts to a custom ROM? Isn't that what the AOSP ROM is for?

Just like when you first came here and couldn't figure out how to use the Pick-n-Pack so I built you your own custom ROM.A couple versions, as I recall. Since then I have refined the process so everything is flashable. It's built on the PnP frame. PnP doesn't have the bloatware 'email', just gmail. All of the addon packs work with the Combo ROM. You can flash anything back to it you want.

If you don't like the ROM, flash another one. Or better yet, contribute to the community by building one of your own. When I started here, I was the only Mesmerize user that built anything for the Mesmerize and then the Showcase. You were here then. Now we have a few more people helping out and contributing. You're still here, and still complaining about what is out and how we do the things we do. I'm perplexed as to why you are still around if you don't like what we do AND you don't/can't/won't contribute.
[Samsung Mesmerize] halfpint77:
Again, thanks for all the hard work you've put into everything! Just wondering though, will any of the themes for EC10 pnp work or do they have to be specifically for the combo rom which I'll be more than happy to wait on if that'd be the case
[Samsung Mesmerize] phidelt82:
Hey, no prob. The themes should work. They may replace some of the AOSP apps with stock ones, but it should work. Just make sure you wipe dalvik cache and cache when you flash a theme, otherwise you will start getting FC's when an app is replace.
[Samsung Mesmerize] halfpint77:
You mean cache partition when you say cache? Also, can we flash the ec10 voodoo kernel that jt posted on here today cuz I guess it's from the source code from what I gather and better, not that yours doesn't rock:)
[Samsung Mesmerize] phidelt82:
Yes about the cache partition. Also, yes you can use the kernel that jt posted. The kernel that is packaged with the combo ROM is actually one of jt's also. It was one that was repackaged with voodoo before we actually had the source.

I switched over to the new kernel, too. You would almost have to be crazy to not switch with all of the extras built in. lol
[Samsung Mesmerize] halfpint77:
Well that's cool to know! I noticed there's three different files for the kernel so what's that all about? Do we need all three or if not, which one do we use?
[Samsung Mesmerize] ACLakey:
I installed this on my phone last week and am noticing it is a battery HOG. I am at work with normal phone function( 2 calls) wifi off, gps off, looked at a half dozen emails. Then battery has dropped to 40% in six hours. Anybody have an idea to extend battery life? any word on an undervolt?
[Samsung Mesmerize] jnuts5423:
I must say this rom is sick. I personally think I'm getting way better battery life.. Only drops about 5% throughout the night. I'm also running a theme and its working beautifully. I love the incall screen, and the themed swype keyboard. Appreciate the great work.
[Samsung Mesmerize] ACLakey:
Well, my battery just died. The phone lasted just over 6 hours with a full charge with minimal use. Is there something I can do about this, it is not going to work if I can't make it through a day of work.
[Samsung Mesmerize] Omnibot:
Free battery replacement? Doesn't sound like your battery is operating normal, at least this is the only post I've seen with this huge of a problem.... I make it through a day 8am - 12am and I usually have 40%+ of battery left.
[Samsung Mesmerize] ACLakey:
I will try that and report back.
[Samsung Mesmerize] bigjkcfan:
I have been having battery problems with battery life too, on Saturday 9 hours killed my battery with minimal use, I reflashed and today after 10 hours i have 30%, its still not near what it should be but it is a small improvement at least.

EDIT: Check out this topic: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1008480
[Samsung Mesmerize] alaindesjardins:
I'm new to this too, but nothing is as clear cut as it sounds. I followed the link on how to use Odin cause I thought thats how you were supposed to flash these files the OP posted. Since I can't find the pit and tar files like the example on the other page, I'm lost too.

Is red recovery the part in CWM where you boot into the red recovery screen? If so... then I had issues getting red recovery working in CWM and thats why I came here. If I have to use CWM to install these files the OP posted then I need to figure out how to get CWM to work on 2.2 update I just did from USCC's website.

I need help... anyone? I want to do this tonight, so I'll be digging through more obscure stuff to see if I can figure it out. Thanks.
[Samsung Mesmerize] akellar:
Here's the deal man, everyone else that has flashed this stuff has done so with the same information you have available to you. Insulting the people that posted the information and the guides is not going to get you any personal attention or assistance and in fact will very likely get you ignored entirely. Read through the Newbie guide that's stickied in the general forum. Then read through the other forums for whatever it is you want to use. And yes "red recovery" would be the recovery screen that is red.
[Samsung Mesmerize] obliviator33:
nvm to original question, I figured it out
[Samsung Mesmerize] AndroidTipster:
Ok, I can't seem to flash this because i can't find the PIT file or the .tar file.

Am I just missing something? When I download the zip I get two files META-INF, updates and system. I can't find any of the files in either of those...
[Samsung Mesmerize] obliviator33:
Is the voodoo kernel that comes with the combo rom actually an EC10 kernel, or is it one from EA11 or different version?
[Samsung Mesmerize] alaindesjardins:
Somehow I feel like whatever I said was taken the wrong way. I never intended to insult anyone. I might have been frustrated at the time but I didn't mean to insult anyone.

I'm a computer repair technician and I am very adept at figuring things out but I have always had issues trying to follow the information on the forums. Even in the newbie guides I run into hitches that stop me from being able to perform the tasks. Either I don't have the exact same setup or there is something obvious I am missing and it throws me for a loop.

What I am trying to do is understand what I'm doing as opposed to just doing it. I value my phone since it cost me a lot and I really don't want to screw it up. So yeah I might be over cautious but It's for all the right reasons. I'm sorry if I offended, it was never meant as such.
[Samsung Mesmerize] phidelt82:
Hit us up on the irc channel and we can get you fixed up.
[Samsung Mesmerize] monthlymixcd:
Sounds like you're unzipping the voodoo zip file. I think you leave it zipped and flash it that way... though I could be wrong and often am.
[Samsung Mesmerize] davidbruington:
Ok, looks like phidelt has cleaned up the OP a bit. There's now only 2 download links. They are both .zip files that contain the files that you load into Odin to flash your phone with the basic EC10 rom & kernel.

The first one is a totally stock, unmodified uscc rom & kernel. It is the same as uscc's 2.2 update on their website. If you flash it, it is legitimately a stock mesmerize.

The second one is a stock rom & kernel, the only difference from the first one is that this one has been rooted for you, and it includes clockworkmod (red) recovery.

Neither of these can be themed, because they are stock. But they are a good starting point.

If you want to apply themes, I would recommend flashing the second package via Odin, then downloading and flashing a voodoo kernel, and then a custom rom, such as phidelt's EC10 PnP. Then you can flash themes or whatever you want. Again, that's only a suggestion, there are other (limited) options.

*******EDIT: I almost forgot to mention... after you flash the complete system with Odin, and you are able to get into clockworkmod (red) recovery, everything else (including roms, kernels, themes, and more) are flashed in recovery, NOT Odin.********

I hope this helps clear some things up for some of you new members :)
[Samsung Mesmerize] halfpint77:
Hope this isn't too stupid of a question but why was the custom rom zip removed? I'm sure I'm missing something here cuz isn't that how you get voodoo if starting from scratch? Again, sorry if it's a dumb question guys but I'm startin fresh and I love voodoo lol
[Samsung Mesmerize] davidbruington:
He removed the combo rom because it only seemed to confuse people, everyone kept trying to flash it with Odin and it obviously wouldn't work that way. Or something like that. Lol...

No, once you have customer recovery & root, all you have to do is boot into recovery mode (make sure you can get into red recovery) and flash a new kernel zip file from your SD card. Just make sure the kernel is compatible with your current rom.
[Samsung Mesmerize] emarohl:
So what is the difference between the combo rom (thats no longer in this post) and the pnp v4? I'm currently running the combo rom and i want to know what the differences are between the two.
[Samsung Mesmerize] phidelt82:
Combo has AOSP parts to it. PnP is stock, deodexed, trimmed, with reboot options, puzzle lock, and accurate battery mod. If you decide to switch, make sure you do a wipe data before you flash, otherwise you will end up with a boatload of FC's.
[Samsung Mesmerize] Snyperx:
First off thanks to the OP for getting us these ROMs. Your work as well as the work of all the devs is appreciated.

I downloaded the second ROM with the custom recovery in it. I was able to install it fine using Odin. My issue is when I get into recovery I am still seeing the blue recovery. Am I suppose to do something with the update.zip file that came with the ROM or should the custom recovery have been installed when I used Odin?
[Samsung Mesmerize] droidzach:
put the update.zip on the root of your sd card and when in blue recovery select apply update.zip and it will take you the custom recovery.
[Samsung Mesmerize] ketchkev000:
The root and recovery method didn't work.

I used Odin and used the .pit and .tar files.

<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..

<ID:0/003> Initialzation..

<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..

<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..

<ID:0/003> zImage

<ID:0/003> factoryfs.rfs

<ID:0/003> modem.bin

<ID:0/003> recovery.bin

<ID:0/003> Removed!!

<ID:0/003> Completed..

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 1 / failed 0)

After that, I turned on my phone and all I noticed was that I no longer have SU, so Im assuming all I did was un root my phone.

Any help, please?

I know how to root my phone, but I chose this method to easily get recovery going.

I have a Samsung Mesmerize from USCC. SCH - I500. etc.
[Samsung Mesmerize] ChromWolf:
In fact, this was quite successful; all you did was flash the stock version of EC10 as released from US Cellular; the only difference between this version and the one from the US Cell website is that this is flashed using Odin, rather than Kies Mini.

US Cellular won't hand you an image that includes root, so you'll need to re-root your phone after flashing this. Otherwise, that's all this is, as the title says: a Stock Froyo update.

What are you after for an end-result---custom ROM? Getting CWM Red flashed? Getting your phone back to stock?

If you're after the last point, you've got it. The other suggestions require additional steps.
[Samsung Mesmerize] bdemartino:
He's correct you grabbed the stock only - there is one with custom recovery and root there as well if you wanted the ability to customize your phone any further (you don't have to use it of course, if that's not your plan)
[Samsung Mesmerize] ketchkev000:
Ooops! I forgot to delete that post!

I got it all figured out. Kinda.

I never could understand the recovery aspect of this whole "hacking" my Mes until I finally read a thread mentioning the 3 finger method. THEN it all clicked! Blue recovery (blue text) and red recovery (red text). Yada, Yada, Yada...

As of my end results, I wanted to get a custom kernel, ROM, theme, mod, and maybe a radio (I need to learn more about those first).

What I still don't understand is how some of the custom kernels work, finding that perfect theme (I'm almost debating whether I should learn how to make a theme), and radios.

I just got my first smartphone (droid, mes, whatever you wanna call it) about a month ago and I've been trying to learn the insides and outs of my phone for probably 2 weeks now.

EDIT: This is slighly unclear to me, but can I only use TW Kernels? or can I use AOSP Kernels? The thread says I would want to use the TW Kernels.
[Samsung Mesmerize] ChromWolf:
Believe it or not, as the guy who wrote the Mesmerize Glossary (see signature), I've only had my Mes for maybe a couple months or so---and like you, this is not only my first Android device, but my first smartphone altogether. XD LOTS of reading later, here I am. XD

Shameless self-promotion aside, have a glance at the glossary; it should explain what you need. Note that AOSP kernels can only go with AOSP-based ROMs, and TouchWiz kernels can only go with TouchWiz ROMs, and ne'er the twain shall meet, as it were. So pretty much just pick the ROM you want to use, look to see whether it's TouchWiz or AOSP-based, and then get a kernel that corresponds. Some ROMs even bundle an appropriate kernel already, so make sure to read the full first post of the ROM you want.

The rest should be in the Glossary.
[Samsung Mesmerize] ketchkev000:
Haha yeah thanks man I've been starting to read a bunch. I actually already took a glance at your glossary too while waiting in response to my post. Ill always make a reference back to that thread.

So what you're saying is that the kernel is based off of the ROM that I want to use?

So I can use either the TW kernels or the AOSP kernels?
[Samsung Mesmerize] defenestrado:
Not exactly. Like ChromWolf said, it depends on the ROM you're running. AOSP kernels are only for AOSP ROMs like MIUI, CyanogenMod, Vanilla Froyo, etc. TW kernels are for almost everything else (SFC, Ultimate Kangbang, Heinz 57, etc.) The OP for the ROM should tell you which you can use.
[Samsung Mesmerize] kasandoro:
For what it's worth, the voodoo & custom recovery doesn't work for me any more. It gives "Unable to mount /dev/sdl11" repeatedly. Not really a big deal as I use the stock ROM when re-flashing usually anyway, but it'd be nice to be able to go back to a pre-rooted, pre-voodoo'ed (lol) ROM sometimes.
[Samsung Mesmerize] phidelt82:
That one is getting pulled anyway. It's obsolete now with all of the new kernels and recoveries that are available anyway.

On another note, there is a new build coming soon that will make the entire EC10 build obsolete.
[Samsung Mesmerize] droidzach:
A froyo update or something more like a "merry cookie?" That would def make it obsolete!
[Samsung Mesmerize] akellar:
From what I gather it's just an update to address the missed calls issue.
[Samsung Mesmerize] droidzach:
I figured as much. I rarely actually talk on my "phone" so I don't really have any issues with missed calls. I just hope that USCC doesn't have the network snafu verizon had with the LTE rollout. Anybody heard about the new phones for this?
[General Topics] orb3000:
Please give your vote based on your

actual OS on your device

and not the one you wish to have or think it´s the best.

If you have more than 1 device vote for the one you most frequently use.
[General Topics] oka1:
Tantos postes

Wow 14,483 amazing
[General Topics] peacekeeper05:
im using android. makes me feel smart and techie though im not. :)
[General Topics] Smokyhead:
windoes 6.5 but would have android :D
[General Topics] ashad:
iOS for now but think of buying an Android phone.
[General Topics] gbishop18:
Android, specifically cm7 nightly
[General Topics] TAMHAN:
Had XPERIA X1, now on a Nokia N97 mini because SE refused to repair my X1.
[General Topics] TheDeadCPU:
iOS4life. </sarcasm>

Running android though :D
[General Topics] oka1:
HD 2 Windows7 and Android 2.21

Vibrant 2.3 Android

Like Android the best
[General Topics] gracyj:
I am using Windows mobile
[General Topics] emilya:
Android...
[General Topics] bigsupersquid:
My Optimus V is android-native (upgraded to CM7 with zefie Xionia kernel,) which I do use for phone functions and browsing; but for the past week or so I've been running Debian (first squeeze now sid) on it...

first a chroot while experimenting and getting Squeeze set up, now no chroot needed, can run Debian apps straight from the terminal, and non-driver-required functions. 3G Net access works. Haven't messed around with the wifi or bluetooth in Debian yet since I don't use 'em much.

working on getting x11 running native, since VNC access is slow and bites (works but no sound and gnash gives me a blank frame. I want flash compatibility, blast it!.) Anyone wants to help with native X on the Optimus V, let me know.

I'd post a howto and scripts and such, but I haven't hit my 10-post count yet here on XDA because of the limits on where I can post :mad: and I'm not gonna spam post just to get my count up. Why waste space spamming so I can post in appropriate locations just 'cause there's a protection against spammers which would force me to either spam or post silly/unimportant data? Once I eventually hit 10 posts in some way I feel is appropriate to do it, I'll put up a howto for anyone interested.
[General Topics] DerKanacke:
Android 2.2.1 Custom Rom :D I tried that garbage called Gingerbread but it was awful :/
[General Topics] aznprodgy:
Android. Device in signature says it all
[General Topics] b3nc3:
os

I'm currently using GB 2.3.2 Juwe's rom.
[General Topics] Sirklip:
Have just moved over from N900 with Maemo to Pongsters HyperGBX and am much happier
[General Topics] BenWadePL:
I'm using HD2 with android:D too
[General Topics] ASiC79:
Android

Darky's edition :D
[General Topics] Jeffe5:
OS

Trigger 2.8 with Overstock 1.5

My battery life has never been better!
[General Topics] batista16:
Android CM7 2.3.3
[General Topics] ramonhawk:
switched from a blackberry storm 2 which i can say is a very dependable phone but i felt i was running behind so i switched from that to an HD7 i can say im very happy with Windows Phone 7 easy to use and seems to be a fast OS i know it doesnt have a lot of apps but it has what i need...maps, local search,weather, etc. Besides i love netflix on it. Android is good too had a g1 for a couple of months but im gonna stick with WP7 for now
[General Topics] HD2_addict:
Android: (prefered OS .... needless to say)

- The option to sideload.

- You can make it look like anything you want (changing the interface is a cheap way of getting a new phone).

WM:

- Apart from it's interface (in case it doesn't have HTC Sense) it's still a more open, hackable and better system than WP7.

WP7:

- It has a hot looking interface, but it's wearing shackles. Microsoft decides what it looks like and what it can do (or not do).
[General Topics] Magnumutz:
Android forever!
[General Topics] hsasha:
android will soon replace windows mobile
[General Topics] the_scotsman:
What do you mean soon?

Android is already the most popular mobile operating system :)
[General Topics] danboard:
Android. I've used windows 6.5, windows phone 7, and iOS as well but they all don't meet my needs for a daily driver.
[General Topics] DevlanJack:
Previously a Rhodium WM 6.5, I never got the widget, multi home screen thing so always looking for the OS to do it smarter, in my opinion Win 7 did it smarter especially for a first release OS. Got the HD7 and the 4.3 screen is made for Win 7, not a perfect phone but very happy with it, flashing/modding/customisation has not even crossed my mind, it is still as is out of the box (came with latest cut & paste version).
[General Topics] mapester:
Android - currently with CM7 RC4 on it
[General Topics] just wannit 2 werk:
I use Windows Mobile on my HD2. I really need the ability to edit MS Office files, and it does everything I need.

I am a keen follower of xda, and have just spent a few enjoyable (and some frustrating) hours working out how to get Android onto my device (Darkstone SD method, beautiful work - kudos to Darkstone et al); I wanted to dual boot because while I want to give Android a fair go, I don't want to give up WM.

I'd be interested to read some reasoned responses as to why you prefer Android, because at this early stage it seems much less functional to me, especially syncing Outlook - I look at my HD2 as a link to my PC, and Android's not doing it for me.

Regards to all

SB
[General Topics] DMD9:
Stock 2.2.1 with Voodoo v7 on SGS, haven't enjoyed a phone like this since my old SE P910i, looking forward to Gingerbread when Supercurio gets the soundmod working, couldn't live without it at this stage. Ice Cream Sandwich or whatever they're calling it looks interesting, like the idea of having Google TV in my pocket. Android rocks, love how customisable it is, but it's a shame that the manufacturers and providers feel the need to fragment the best OS we've had to date.
[General Topics] maxvi8:
Android. And I like it!:D
[General Topics] hidengach:
windows 6.5 bill gates 4 ever:D
[General Topics] scorpion_s66:
I used to be winMo user and also iOS user but since ma N1 I addicted to android , have so much with it
[General Topics] alexkruyer:
Windows phone 7 band and Gingerbread on SD use Ginger 99% of time. Only reason for wp7 is Netflix
[General Topics] zaphnafein:
Android, more specifically, Warm Z TwopointTwo Nightly 3/31
[General Topics] nickkyboy36:
samsung galaxy s with froyo 2.2.1 Hamster Rom

android just works?

i also think it is easier and more fun to use than ios4.
[General Topics] cbmm:
youve been blinded by the lite, lol
[General Topics] blasturd:
TnT Lite 4.4.0 on gTablet.
[General Topics] MrUsta:
HTC Desire with Android v2.3.3 - there is nothing right now that comes even close to Android: tons of apps, customization, devices, manufacturers, developers. It is fun!
[General Topics] nbock01:
Webos to android 2.3... i really like android but miss features of webos.
[General Topics] 120409:
ANDROID!!!

i have an android phone, you can do anything with those!!! ;)
[General Topics] ChristianHR:
Android

I think that most people on XDA uses Android, since it is a open-source system, which allows you to do anything! :)
[General Topics] A5J4DX:
android ftw!!!!
[General Topics] MoonRaven:
Android for me, I hate it how windows mobile randomly made my files unreadable up to the point I couldn't even open contacts...
[General Topics] tpctsu:
I have a HD2 and i tried Android 2.2 and i loved it, now i have Android 2.3 and i don't change it again to other OS. I love Android because is open, with no restrinctions and with many Apps.
[General Topics] Joel_RS:
Last night I updeted my X10 Mini Pro to Android 2.2, the performance has been increased so much.
[General Topics] milkytron:
Switched from Windows Mobile to Android in September. Not regretting it at all, I love my Cappy :)
[General Topics] jecustoms:
android

google android :)
[General Topics] darkside.droid45:
switch between android 2.2.1 and 2.3.3 :D.. nothing else compares to a droid! :D
[General Topics] monkeychef:
I'm an android guy. I liked using IOS, but there was absolutely no room for customization, and there wasn't any flash. I tried WP7 for a few hours at a store, and I liked the feel, but It was the same feeling, and with no applications.

Android is just pure win.