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Hey everyone!
I'll be honest; my phone has been running sprint lovers rom since late december last year and it works great. Since then, I haven't really looked at the scene or any developments (same with android). However, I started getting prompted about the OTA update, so I figure its time to look at a new custom ROM. Sadly sprint lovers no longer appears to be updated - I liked it because everything just worked.
I have the following requirements: All phone features need to work.
So, I found the AllianceROM, from what I can tell everything works with the rom. Are there any other roms I may want to look at? Will my nand unlock and root work? Most of the rom installers say to run the latest version of autoroot - is that really necessary?
Thanks everyone, I appreciate your input!!
kingsrom alliance is great also hyrbids sense 3.0 themed all sense 3.0 rom's are Good but have horrible battery life cuz of no custom kernels because HTC hasn't released the kernel source
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I love these roms miui , decks with sz kernel sbc , cm7 with a custom kenrel sbc ,and end of days with a custom kernel with sbc
or if you want a sense rom the perfect one is warm 2.2 or konis elite series 3 with netarchys sbc kernel
myns warm 2.2 link------->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=793471
evo decks-----------)http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1078558
end of days--------->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1065414
miui---------> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=915527
cm7--------->>>>>>>
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=956187
konis elite series http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=941055
custom kernels
dont use these 2 on sense roms
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=917755 sz kernel sbc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=972746 tiamat sbc
use this one for sense roms http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=719763
Personally, I recommend CM7 along with the Tiamat Kernel, powered with viperboy's scripts.
msarro said:
Hey everyone!
I'll be honest; my phone has been running sprint lovers rom since late december last year and it works great. Since then, I haven't really looked at the scene or any developments (same with android). However, I started getting prompted about the OTA update, so I figure its time to look at a new custom ROM. Sadly sprint lovers no longer appears to be updated - I liked it because everything just worked.
I have the following requirements: All phone features need to work.
So, I found the AllianceROM, from what I can tell everything works with the rom. Are there any other roms I may want to look at? Will my nand unlock and root work? Most of the rom installers say to run the latest version of autoroot - is that really necessary?
Thanks everyone, I appreciate your input!!
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Hello there, friend.
The previous posts have everything pretty much nailed down... but there's a few thinks I have to add.
As a Newbie that I am, I have been flashing nonstop, trying many roms.
Basically and on a quick run-down of what I remember right now..:
If you want your phone to look Apple-ish, try MIUI. not everything works, or you have to jump through hoops to get it to work. Personally, not my cup of tea, but it's light (sizewise) and quick. Too many bugs, tho.
Cyanogen is the standard AOSP (Open Source) ROM. I didn't like it that much. With it, I found I am a Sense guy. Still a little buggy but 4G works (a big downfall in many AOSP ROMS).
Virus' Kingdom REVOlution is a great Sense 3.0 ROM. MY pet peeves with it are: Browser force closes (FC) and no spanish dictionary for touch input. I am bi-lingual so I NEED this. This ROM has a carrousel (sp) home window and it REALLY LOOKS NICE. It's a battery hog, but you will get that with sense 3.0 roms and 2.1 with 3.0 elements pushed into it. It's the price you pay for nice eye-candy. If you get this ROM, make sure you partition your card as directed in one of their thousands of posts. Search will do you well here. This is because the ROM occupies a lot of space in your phone and as you install apps, you will eventually be left with very low memory for your other tasks.
Mik's ROMS are very solid, but I simply don't like the way they look. Truth is, I can't be simpler than this. If you make a ROM, make it look nice. The idea behind rooting, for many, is to be able to use the hotspot capabilities, but for many of us, looks also matter. Sometimes, a LOT.
Myn's ROMS, I define with just a simple phrase: ROCK SOLID.
* Warm Z is awesome. Landscape support for main screen, polished beautiful looks and great battery life make this a keeper... if you don't care about having 4G. Since this ROM is based off the Desire HD, it has no 4G support.
* Warm 2.2 is the most solid of them all. Everything works. Towards the end, I ran my battery close to 24 hrs with this mod and the Netarchy 4.3.4 (HAVS, aggressive yaddah plus whatever, I can't remember now) and had NO ISSUES AT ALL. It was a daily for more than 2 months. With some mods that Myn lists in that same page you can make it look even nicer.
STEEL ROMS are basically stock roms that have been tweaked to WORK, and that, they do, and they do it very well. As with these kinds of ROMS, expect heavy files (anywhere from 250 - 300 MB and maybe more).
I hope this has helped you a bit, friend. Happy wiping!
yeah and viperboys scripts are badass battery life savers
Here is the link to a ROM with sprintlover's base :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1118063
Try Vaelpak's GB ROM: http://vaelek.com/index.php?/forum/47-vaelpak-gingerbread-aosp/?. I recently jumped into MIUI, and its very stable, contrary to what someone else said. CM7 may be the "standard," but Deck and Vaelpak are very good AOSP ROMs. Kernel-wise (for AOSP), I love the sz kernel and viperboy's uv scripts are great.
Ok so here is my first post/thread, I've been following XDA for the longest time and I never actually registered because all of my questions had been answered or I could just read the threads and countless posts to get my answer (I know about the flamers) lol. Anyways, I recently rooted my evo replacement WOOP WOOP and I've tried pretty much all the roms with the exception of the kings roms, I am currently rocking SACS v9 and this rom seems to be the one that suits me the most, I have the golden monkey 1.1 kernel and everything is running as it should EXCEPT that I cannot seem to be able to unlock the wifi N capabilities that the evo has, after trying out Synergy RLS1 with the N baked in I cannot go back to wireless g or b.
Is there someone who can direct me in the right direction to achive wireless N on this amazing ROM also, I remember I had SACS v5 and the boot animation was an android circle ring similar to the CM android boot animation that was pretty sweet, if I can get those two things on my phone I could die shortly after flashing them lol please someone help a brother out.
also: what themese would work on this rom? I like the plurstaralpha theme by Burst but it doesn't seem to like my phone for some reason.
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Hi again everyone, quick question on ROMs. I'm currently using OMJs 2.2 version 4.5 (so it seems) and I do enjoy it. I like the stability and it seems pretty fast. I didn't even know it wasn't a stock ROM until recently (as you probably know from an earlier post).
I just read that there will be no more OMJ EVO 4g ROMs but I'm looking for something similar but as updated and stable as possible. Maybe faster and with more custom animations, etc (I'm a big fan of the sleep / wake animation). I just tried a couple of Kings Roms and ended up going back to the OMJ. I tried unleashed V6 and wasn't a fan of the layout and then Shooter, which seemed cool being Gingerbread but I had issues with certain features not working.
I guess I'm looking for something similar to the OMJ rom I have as far as stability and compatibility plus more speed and updated tweaks & effects.
I know there are alot of roms and each have their own "feel", I think I like the OMJ "feel" and would like something like it, even with different themes.
Sorry to bug you guys but I trust your opinions and look forward to any input.
Thanks much, as always,
Dan.
Omj is incredibly old. You should try fresh; they stay stock in most cases. If you're looking for something less stocky try a mik rom. Look for rom threads with most viewS. They ussualy have most stability.
I this k you should go all out against stock and use the configuration in my sig
Good luck
Deck's + SZ + SuperCharger script + ViperMod script.
Hey all.
I am currently using the Synergy non-god mode rom and hate it.
It keeps freezing and takes forever to populate the icons. I litearlly just look at a blank home screen for what seems to take forever and it drives me nuts.
I want a new ROM!
I see some newer ones out there plus the new WARM
I KNOW THAT THIS IS A VERY VAGUE QUESTION...BUT what is "the rom" that people are using.
I want something that will not take forever to get my icons on the homescreen! I guess the term is snappy.
I tend to like the HTC sense...used to that.
I would be happy with Synergy, but it just is not that stable for me.
Thanks
Mike
Try mikg3.0...very solid ROM themikmik.com
I have heard...
Heard that they were good ROMs. Any issues that I should anticipate?
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Heard that they were good ROMs. Any issues that I should anticipate?
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None that I have experienced. Mik puts out some solid stuff.
Warm put out a TwoPointThree which is great... but new and has some bugs.
What are you looking for? I mean we can give solid recommendations... just need to know what you are looking for... Like:
is 4G/Wimax a must have?
Is Sense ROM a must have?
Does it need to be tested and solid or are you willing to try newer stuff?
EDIT: Also if you like the ROM you are on, you can try the COD tweak and see if it helps... http://vaelek.com/index.php/topic/1...sonic-tweaking-guide-v102-120411/page__st__40
Swagged Out Stock is pretty good, I'm having better luck with that then MikG actually.
The classic by tommytomatoe
THANKS
Thanks for all the recommendations.
What I am looking for...I don't know if I am looking for the PERFECT ROM or what.
but, what I am seeking is a good, stable snappy rom that doesn't lag like my synergy. Must have 4g and working camera.
I don't care if there is a carousel or anything like that.
I am willing to try new, I see a bunch of ICS Roms, but no camera or video. Deal killers.
I really do like Sense a lot, mostly cause of be being able to dial a number by dialing the name.
I guess I am mostly looking for stability and one that won't lag. When I flick the unlock ring, my synergy just freezes and I get frustrated waiting for it to work. Lots of battery pulls....
Oh yeah...good battery too.
Am I asking for the moon?
Thanks!
Mike
PS.
I tried that tweeking guide a few months ago. Not sure if I did it correctly, but no difference.
You want one of these:
Mikg from MikMik @ http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1038967
or
Evo Classic from tommytomato @ http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1312414
I have run both and they are great and meet your requirements . I am partial to Mik's as I keep returning to MikG when my "must have new ROM" itch dissipates
I was on MikG v3.0 for a few weeks and loved it. Ran great with Chopsuey. Then I got a little bored and heard good things about Tommytomatoe's Classic. I tried the v0.0.5 with More Freedom kernel and I'm getting the best battery life I have ever had and the sdcard loads very quickly and icons come up real fast after rebooting. Also am running the v6 script.
Sent from my Supercharged EVO 4g while running Tommytomatoe's Classic 0.0.5 Finale with a lot of Freedom!
Hit that thanks button if I managed to help.
If you want sense I would highly recommend the latest version of MikG. My brother uses it and it runs really smooth, especially when you do the CoD supersonic tweaking (google it)
Decks rom!!!!
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If you want sense I would highly recommend the latest version of MikG. My brother uses it and it runs really smooth, especially when you do the CoD supersonic tweaking (google it)
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Lol I just switched back to MikG cause I like the way that rom looks compared to Classic and am using those tweaks and it's working like a charm. I've never heard of this before so thanks for sharing.
Sent from my Supercharged MikG'd up EVO 4g while eatin some Chop Suey.
Hit that thanks button if I managed to help.
Try a Sense 1.0 ROM based off of the latest OTA. There are a TON to choose from now-a-days. The best in my opinion is def tommytomatoe's EVO Classic. I'm always chasin' him in the features department. But obviously I'm going to plug my Swagged Out Stock as well.
But just search "4.54 ROM" and you will find a BUNCH to choose from.
Good luck!
P.S.: I recommend these because they are all 100% stable!
Did it always run slow or did it used to be quick and just now running like crap? The reason I ask is because you can have things on your phone, besides your ROM, that make the phone come to a crawl. Too many text messages, too many apps on your phone, too much data/cache, etc. Try reloading the ROM or deleting all the crap on your phone before ditching a perfectly good ROM for another.
+1 on mikg 3.0. I ran the alpha 5 evo deck ICS rom. has camera, calendar working. random FC and no sprint voicemail, had to use google voice.
MIKG!!!!!
I think ur lookin for CM7 or Decks rom. In my opinion after a while ur gonna get lag on sense no matter what. U need a AOSP rom they have less lag for sure. I like MIUI but it doesnt have 4G. So i would go CM7 if i were you!
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I feel like you aren't wiping your phone correctly. Synergy is a great and stable ROM (although I haven't used it in months) it shouldn't have the constant freezing and lag that you are receiving..make sure to wipe data/cache/dalvik/everything except for SD card.
just a suggestion..oh amon ra recovery works best imo since cwm is known to not format correctly.
Good luck with Rom choice
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Currently using the new WARM, I'm loving it, my only problem with it is that the Rom is a little bulky, like 340mb if I'm not mistaken, so it pretty demanding on storage but other than that its great, got some pretty sweet extra's as well... And the battery life is amazing, I've been using it for about 17 hours while having WiFi on and and browsing every now and then, and battery is just above half, I'd recommend checking it out.
Ribbett, Ribbett, BANG!
I'm planning to stick with ICS (Jared's currently), however MiKG has always been great to me. It just works, and does a lot of little things that you get used to having (intuitive toggles, multiple usb options when plugged in, tweaks, native tethering (hotspot + wired), etc...).
So, if considering staying with GB, +1 for MikG, if wanting to play with ICS, you have 3 options that I know of currently but don't expect it to be as "polished" as a GB rom at this point in time.
I tried deck's alpha 5 ICS build, and the only problems I found with it was that for some reason (there have been hints given towards trebuche being the reason for this) the gallery app is very... touchy? I suppose that would be the word for it, it worked a couple of times, but for the most part it would load and either be a completely black screen or it would say that no sd card was present, which was a little nerve racking when I was attempting to flash another Rom. It scared me because I thought my phone was stuck on that Rom... But I fiddled with it a bit and was able to solve the problem, and from what I saw in his A5 Rom thread both problems had been reported, no clue if there has been a fix yet, but... given that its still in alpha stage, I'd say it's a pretty stable release, I had no issues with f/c or anything of the sort. Very little lag, great battery life, no random reboots.
Ribbet, Ribbett, BANG!
EVO 4g
great rom......works great !!!!! been flashing roms for years now this is a very stable rom ...cant wait till 4.0.3
blazer rom v4.0 == BEST ROM OUT RIGHT NOW
WORKS GREAT ...BEST ROM GREAT THEME !!!!!!!!
rocketman228 said:
great rom......works great !!!!! been flashing roms for years now this is a very stable rom ...cant wait till 4.0.3
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Been using it since it was released myself. Had some bad luck with a couple of the previous releases but this one has been pretty good.
yeah but now so far so good !!!!!! if you need any help let me know ???
looking for more themes
4.0 is an amazing release. I get the best battery life and performance I've ever had with this phone on 4.0. The 4.0.3 alpha he made is great as well. Only for testers tho. You can go to his site to find out more.
My first Rom I flashed for the Epic touch. Haven't looked back.
setup and 3g speed tweeks
agree ..im using fb15 modem ...gunslinger kernel....v4.0 and also did the 3g speeds tweek which clears the sprint settings and so far so good ....you guys might want to try if anyone needs help you can get at me or i can post the link !!!!!
What is the sprint tweak? i haven't heard of this. Also, i noticed that when im running gunslinger my crt animation is fuzzy, are you experiencing this?
Thanks
EDIT: I found the post about tweaking 3g settings
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i have never had a fuzzy screen issue ....but if you are having that i might recommend that you go into your recovery and do a fix permission .....i have read some post of people doing this !!!!!!!!!!! the only thing i can think of is to make sure you have not done any kind of tweek changes that you were not sure of ??? or check some forums on xda to see what other people have done to fix the issue....the sprint tweeks that i have done were to the 3g settings to make it faster and take out the settings that sprint gives you .......you can check out this video link to see if you wanna do it also.... i have done it and ran some speed tests and it def improved my phone...good luck
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2LnUFd4osq8
Solid so far
Yay, my first post! *pop* I had Blazer 3.9, switched to New Senzation cause of battery life issues, but flashed 4.0 last night... so far so good! Battery life is definitely improved. I was having some auto-brightness issues at first, but they seem to have resolved themselves after a few reboots. (?) And in case anyone was wondering, I can confirm that the hotspot is hacked & working, because I'm using it right now. Holla!
Next up - figuring out how to add the Hoolm ICS Battery Style mod from Phantom's homepage.
4.0 is nice I personally had better luck with 3.8 though (many did not but my phone loved 3.8 for some reason) Put my friend on 4.0 however and he loves it.
Blazer 4.0
Blazer Rom 4.0 and 4.1 beta are awesome.....
Been on Blazer 4.0 for a few weeks and love it. Great battery life, snappy and responsive. Can't wait for his ICS to be released.
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