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[Q] How to mod a rom???

soooo i wanna develop a rom myself dont know where to start so i thought maybe learn to add/tweak current roms out there
personally i love miui roms so i would prefer to work on those
so my question is after i make miui rom by using jason steins port how can i modify it?

Questions go in the Q&A section

accident my bad
someone answer plz?

zainthesnipe said:
accident my bad
someone answer plz?
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if you have not done any work b4 a good place to start would be themeing,
_calum_ has a nice guide in the x10 forums
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834806
this would be a good place to start. if you can do this sort of stuff already then a good place to start is android general.
Pvy

Android Kitchen is for u! Check out this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=633246!
-cheers

pvyParts said:
if you have not done any work b4 a good place to start would be themeing,
_calum_ has a nice guide in the x10 forums
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834806
this would be a good place to start. if you can do this sort of stuff already then a good place to start is android general.
Pvy
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thnx ill give it a try

untouchable123 said:
Android Kitchen is for u! Check out this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=633246!
-cheers
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arc isnt supported...........
plus ive done that b4 i want to actually make a difference and help with coding and get to the base of android OS to see what functions (plz no binary LOL)

New to the ARC S..some help is really appreciated

Hello everyone..I just bought the sony xperia S and really like it..but still on stock..can u guide me a working and tested method to unlock bootloader and root and installing CWM?cause I searched the forum and most of the threads are talking about xperia ARC and I found the procedure so confusing and full of expressions and stuff that made me scared..also can u suggest a costume ROM that u like and find it to be most perfect to be installed?really really really will appreciate ur help and I am very thankful u guys
Eric Cartman Rules!!

omarfaieq007 said:
Hello everyone..I just bought the sony xperia S and really like it..but still on stock..can u guide me a working and tested method to unlock bootloader and root and installing CWM?cause I searched the forum and most of the threads are talking about xperia ARC and I found the procedure so confusing and full of expressions and stuff that made me scared..also can u suggest a costume ROM that u like and find it to be most perfect to be installed?really really really will appreciate ur help and I am very thankful u guys
Eric Cartman Rules!!
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You can use most guides for arc with arc s.
Use flashtool to install cwm. That should do the trick.

The guides for the arc and arc s are nearly the same
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using XDA

omarfaieq007 said:
Hello everyone..I just bought the sony xperia S and really like it..but still on stock..can u guide me a working and tested method to unlock bootloader and root and installing CWM?cause I searched the forum and most of the threads are talking about xperia ARC and I found the procedure so confusing and full of expressions and stuff that made me scared..also can u suggest a costume ROM that u like and find it to be most perfect to be installed?really really really will appreciate ur help and I am very thankful u guys
Eric Cartman Rules!!
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Have you read these: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1573266 & http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
These really helped me. And it also helps when you don't get a certain step look it up on youtube. Of almost any step there is a video.
The ''Namaste guide'' is a lot to read, but it's worth it.
Bram

Bramboos_95 said:
Have you read these: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1573266 & http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
These really helped me. And it also helps when you don't get a certain step look it up on youtube. Of almost any step there is a video.
The ''Namaste guide'' is a lot to read, but it's worth it.
Bram
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u r awesome...thank you so much will check them out

omarfaieq007 said:
u r awesome...thank you so much will check them out
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I'm still a noob on rooting and flashing (flashed my first ROM yesterday). And I don't know every term
Also when choosing a ROM, look on youtube for video's how it looks ect. And decide for yourself whether you like it or not.
Im currently running Cyanogenmod 7 (CM7) and it's so much of a improvement to the stock ROM.
Don't forget to flash the corresponding Kernel when flashing a custom ROM
Bram

Best kernel for battery life!!!

Hey im a big newbie, but I was able to port a ROM from Arc to Pro.
Now I want to create a battery saving kernel for our pro!
But... How do I start and how do I make it best battery saving??
Thanks alot mates!!!

arc knight 3.3 very good

lammy29 said:
arc knight 3.3 very good
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thanks for reply. but isnt that for arC? I meant for the xperia pro. Is it possible to port KERNELS??? I was able to port an Arc rom to my Pro but I cant find tutorials on how to port kernels and maybe it is alot harder???

xperiap said:
but I cant find tutorials on how to port kernels
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Have you looked HERE?

XperienceD said:
Have you looked HERE?
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Yes, cant see any tutorials on how to port kernels... I think you too, huh?
I only want arc knight kernel [Xperia Arc / s] for my Pro. Maybe someone can do it??? Or help me do it im really a noob

xperiap said:
Yes, cant see any tutorials on how to port kernels... I think you too, huh?
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I didn't no, but then again I'm not looking to port a kernel, so try asking your question in the section that's there to help, or read the material that's freely available using google (like I just did to see what's available) to help with your quest.

XperienceD said:
I didn't no, but then again I'm not looking to port a kernel, so try asking your question in the section that's there to help, or read the material that's freely available using google (like I just did to see what's available) to help with your quest.
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I cant find any tutorial on how to potr kernels. So Im asking it in a thread.
Sorry if I posted in wrong place, but no subforum for the Pro.

Hi! Developing kernels is way to different than just porting ROMs. Also you don't port kernels you develop them from scratch. There's no way to port a kernel into another device.
Here's a very2 basic tutorial on building kernel for Xperia but you still won't understand it without proper knowledge.
http://developer.sonymobile.com/wp/2011/05/06/how-to-build-a-linux-kernel/
Here's the source code.
http://dl-www.sonymobile.com/cws/download/1/105/457/8/1339505718/4_1_B_0_431_tar.bz2
Take note that source code doesn't contain any modifications compiling that right away would just leave you a replica of stock kernel without overclocking, volting, tweaks etc.
Kernel development is a critical part of android customization and anyone is not recommended to play with it even for average developers. It could harm your device to the point that it would burn out or explode.

xperiap said:
I cant find any tutorial on how to potr kernels. So Im asking it in a thread.
Sorry if I posted in wrong place, but no subforum for the Pro.
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My point was to try asking in the section dedicated to Android development, as you'll probably get better help or pointers than you will by posting it here, and if you've not found anything at all in regards to kernel building/porting then you're obviously not using google correctly.

Riyal said:
Hi! Developing kernels is way to different than just porting ROMs. Also you don't port kernels you develop them from scratch. There's no way to port a kernel into another device.
Here's a very2 basic tutorial on building kernel for Xperia but you still won't understand it without proper knowledge.
http://developer.sonymobile.com/wp/2011/05/06/how-to-build-a-linux-kernel/
Here's the source code.
http://dl-www.sonymobile.com/cws/download/1/105/457/8/1339505718/4_1_B_0_431_tar.bz2
Take note that source code doesn't contain any modifications compiling that right away would just leave you a replica of stock kernel without overclocking, volting, tweaks etc.
Kernel development is a critical part of android customization and anyone is not recommended to play with it even for average developers. It could harm your device to the point that it would burn out or explode.
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WoW Riyal, who is this guy I see you everwhere, are you the BEST android developper???
Can u PLZZZ make Arc knight kernel for Xperia Pro ??? I have some money to donate if u want, or help me do and answering questions / problems im facing.
PLz reply thanks!

I'm not the best android developer in fact I am not an android developer.
I am a server administrator and a programmer and it's just I am also a linux kernel developer.
It just so happens that I am the only and sole android kernel developer which is this active for Xperia Pro. If you don't trust me feel free to approach any other developers like FXP and cross fingers that he would reply to you.
I'll try to look for any arc night sources if I found one I'll guide you if not then try ask the creator of arcnight for it's sources then I'll help you.

Ok here's a quick tutorial. I am not good at teaching things so I hope you understand that. I would also assume you have at least basic knowledge with linux and compiling stuff. If not then learn it first before proceeding.
1st.
You must have a linux machine. No windows only linux.
2nd.
download arcnight kernel sources here.
https://github.com/Jimbo77/Arc-Night-Kernel--4.1.C.0.7-/zipball/master
3rd.
go to kernel/arch/arm/configs/
You should be able to see lot's of config files there just pick these 2.
ArcKnight_defconfig
semc_iyokan_defconfig
4th.
Now compare both files make sure that everything in semc_iyokan_defconfig should be also in ArcKnight_defconfig
Ex. if a config in arcKnight says
# CONFIG_MACH_SEMC_IYOKAN is not set
while config in semc_iyokan_defconfig says
CONFIG_MACH_SEMC_IYOKAN=y
Then change arcknight's config and match it with iyokan's
5th.
Download eabi here.
https://sourcery.mentor.com/sgpp/lite/arm/portal/[email protected]=lite
6th
follow everything in here.
http://developer.sonymobile.com/wp/2011/05/06/how-to-build-a-linux-kernel/
7th.
in the line
ARCH=arm CROSS_COMPILE=/opt/arm-2010q1/bin/arm-none-eabi- make semc_zeus_defconfig
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on sony's dev page change it instead to
ARCH=arm CROSS_COMPILE=/opt/arm-2010q1/bin/arm-none-eabi- make ArcKnight_defconfig
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Done.
Note that I am not responsible if you brick your device. You are using a kernel made for Arc/Arc S and also I am not the developer of that kernel to assure you that it doesn't have any changes which would affect any specific device in any way.

I started and understand the setup etc. but not part 6, when I run terminal and type ''cd kernel'' it says
bash: cd: kernel: File or map doesnt exist
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AND Ive downloaded eabi. Its a .bin file [is that ok?] and I cant open it! How can I open it??

[Q] A bit of help :D

Hi guys
Well, I'm buying a new Galaxy Note 8.0 next week or the other, and after seeing such as root and recovery, it seemed pretty easy to root and install TWRP with the toolkit
But after doing anything I thought it would be useful if some of you can answer me some questions
Well, first of all I'm not a noob do I know what am I doing ^-^
First of all, when I was seeing the unofficial CM10.2 thread, I saw that I have to unlock the boot loader to flash it, but I couldn't find any thread of how to do it so, if you could tell me
And finally, I wanted to know what's the best ROM for gaming... I will use a lot the tablet with my sister, so I need a ROM that can handle very well for playing heavy games like MC4 or dead trigger, and installing A LOT of stupid apps (sister). So I would like a ROM that has the possibility to OC
Hope you read everything don't be a ***** jajajaja
Cheers

use chainfires rooting method, and you can flash any rom you want; no bootloader unlock needed, for the 5110; if you get a different model, then I cant speak to it..

rena14 said:
And finally, I wanted to know what's the best ROM for gaming...
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just so you know - best ROM threads are somewhat disliked by the mods, and happen to have very short lifespan

p107r0 said:
just so you know - best ROM threads are somewhat disliked by the mods, and happen to have very short lifespan
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I know but I don't wanna test every of them jaja :victory:

rena14 said:
I know but I don't wanna test every of them jaja :victory:
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depending on your device, there are only a couple to try, so if thats too much work for you, then good luck.....

rena14 said:
I know but I don't wanna test every of them jaja :victory:
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reading doesn't hurt, and it's a forum so there's no risk of papercut
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[Q] upgrading the os

my htc dhd has a 2.3.7 android os, I want to upgrade for the new rom and new android os
I don't know nothing about nothing. all I nead is a good advice about nice tutorial/guides for work on it
Thank's!

Henm3000 said:
my htc dhd has a 2.3.7 android os, I want to upgrade for the new rom and new android os
I don't know nothing about nothing. all I nead is a good advice about nice tutorial/guides for work on it
Thank's!
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Here you go!
http://bit.ly/13VrMks

Unfortunately my friend this is not a hold my hand and guide me forum. You need to do some reading and learning like the rest of us. We all had to do it and we all were new at this once. So please read and search then read and search some more before you end up coming back to us requesting help to fix your phone.
Never attempt anything without some kind of basic knowledge of what you are trying to do.
To get anything higher than 2.3.7 means you have to go custom rom like JB or ICS. So my first advice to you would be reading up on how to get your bootloader unlocked since its a DHD. If its an inspire then read up on rooting if its still supported.
Good luck and enjoy the learning.
Sent from my GOLDENEYE S4

Reinaldo33897 said:
Unfortunately my friend this is not a hold my hand and guide me forum. You need to do some reading and learning like the rest of us. We all had to do it and we all were new at this once. So please read and search then read and search some more before you end up coming back to us requesting help to fix your phone.
Never attempt anything without some kind of basic knowledge of what you are trying to do.
To get anything higher than 2.3.7 means you have to go custom rom like JB or ICS. So my first advice to you would be reading up on how to get your bootloader unlocked since its a DHD. If its an inspire then read up on rooting if its still supported.
Good luck and enjoy the learning.
Sent from my GOLDENEYE S4
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I agree...
To op. Please look through the forums, people have already done lots and lots of work already for you, creating guides and tools and roms and recoveries.
Now I don't want to sound mean, but at the end of the day your going to have to do all the work rooting and flashing yourself, this stuff is not easy for beginners (noobs) your going to have to do some reading and learning.
However this does not mean that some one is not going to help you after you've learned some skills.
Welcome to the xda DEVELOPERS community.
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ranger4740 said:
i agree...
To op. Please look through the forums, people have already done lots and lots of work already for you, creating guides and tools and roms and recoveries.
Now i don't want to sound mean, but at the end of the day your going to have to do all the work rooting and flashing yourself, this stuff is not easy for beginners (noobs) your going to have to do some reading and learning.
However this does not mean that some one is not going to help you after you've learned some skills.
Welcome to the xda developers community.
Sent from my gt-i9505 using xda app-developers app
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yeah what he said!