Hey all,
I can't seem to reinstall CMW Touch through ROM Manager without purchasing the thing again.
I remember buying it for the first time for my Nexus S, then my Galaxy Nexus fir the second time. What's the policy on this? Single purchase for each device? I feel a bit odd having to spend money again just because I switched a device.
Any pointer?
I had the same problem. Just switched to twrp.
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You guys are lifesavers! This past Sunday, I "bricked" my rooted Droid 2 trying to install the Big DX Crystal ROM on it; this was the 2nd phone I had "bricked" in 3 weeks.
Before you wonder why I was attempting to put a Droid X ROM on a Droid 2, I successfuuly installed Big DX Serenity on another phone last month, so I thought I'd be able to to the same with Crystal.
Long story short, my phone just did and endless boot cycle with the Big DX Crystal logo, and the Nandroid backups I thought I had made weren't showing up. By this time I was in full panic mode because there didn't seem to be anything I could do to restore my phone.
But lo and behold, I saw a forum on this site dedicated to "unbricking" "bricked" Droid 2s. Initially, I ran into problems getting RSD lite to work, but once I did, I was absolutely ecstatic.
Long story short, I'm sending this from the Droid 2 I brought back to life. You guys on here are the freakin greatest! I don't know what I would have done without you! I don't think I'll be installing any custom ROMs any time soon (if ever), but that's ok. The reason I'm able to post this using my now unrooted Droid 2 with stock ROM is because of you guys. Thanks!
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Glad the community could be to assistance of you, happy hacking!
Hi, I have a few questions I hope you can help me with?
My wife has a galaxy nexus, stock and unrooted. It is only around 6 weeks old and last week it started crashing, turning off then getting stuck in a boot loop just displaying the starting colours. I understand this is a known problem, she has software version 4.0.2 and it says her phone is up to date.
I "fixed" her phone once with a factory reset however this time she is away with work till Friday and now has no use of her phone or contractual minuets or data ect.
To make things worst she was planning on using the sat nav and wireless tethering to her laptop. It is the second time this has happened and she has lost all faith in her phone. She can maybe upgrade the software by downloading the 4.0.4 software but she/I don't see why she should have too. She just wants a phones that does what it says on the tin without needing to mod or mess around with it.
My questions are...
Is this problem enough for her to exchange the phone for another phone all together, she fancies a One X. Has anyone here managed to exchange the phone for this reason?
If not will updating the software to 4.0.4 fix the issue for sure? She really needs a reliable phone. Maybe it will be best to send it back under the warranty but we are afraid she will get another GNex with the same issue.
Any advice will be much appreciated
Sorry for the long post and thanks for reading,
Oliver
I would just try updating it and then wipe it. If that doesn't fix the issue it's most likely a hardware issue and I would warranty the phone.
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Hey there,
Well first I would suggest calming down and not reverting to hardware issues just yet, Bootloops are pretty common, especially when using phones which were meant for the (a bit) more advanced user, it's advantage is also it's flaw, being a modding monster that it is..
And this is by no means a flame - but I wouldn't want my wife to have a GN for that exact same reason, yes - she knows about flashing roms and stuff, but she needs a reliable phone, that will work and do what she needs it to do and nothing more, as opposed to me, I like to mess around a bit with my phones (also not that much, I plan to stay stock with my GN).
To your question, I don't have any experience with RMA's but it maybe worth a try.
You also mentioned she fancies the one-x.. that means she wasn't really keen on buying the GN in the first place (I believe).. and also - and don't take this the wrong way - I think she\you don't really know what the GN is all about, this isn't a phone for everybody, I mean - it is, but it's a shame to see it fall into hands that do not appreciate it for what it is, think of it as a nice new Ferrari, sure - it'll get your wife to work But she is not going to the Nurborgring to time her laps with it.. she'll complain that once in a while the clutch is too sensitive and that she cannot count on the car to take her to work every day, and that she really fancies the new Volkswagen beetle... you get my drift
Also - I believe that flashing to the 4.0.4 will sort the bootloops, which usually has everything to do with the kenrel.
Best of luck!
p.s. All of the above is said in a humoristic way!
omricn said:
Hey there,
Well first I would suggest calming down and not reverting to hardware issues just yet, Bootloops are pretty common, especially when using phones which were meant for the (a bit) more advanced user, it's advantage is also it's flaw, being a modding monster that it is..
And this is by no means a flame - but I wouldn't want my wife to have a GN for that exact same reason, yes - she knows about flashing roms and stuff, but she needs a reliable phone, that will work and do what she needs it to do and nothing more, as opposed to me, I like to mess around a bit with my phones (also not that much, I plan to stay stock with my GN).
To your question, I don't have any experience with RMA's but it maybe worth a try.
You also mentioned she fancies the one-x.. that means she wasn't really keen on buying the GN in the first place (I believe).. and also - and don't take this the wrong way - I think she\you don't really know what the GN is all about, this isn't a phone for everybody, I mean - it is, but it's a shame to see it fall into hands that do not appreciate it for what it is, think of it as a nice new Ferrari, sure - it'll get your wife to work But she is not going to the Nurborgring to time her laps with it.. she'll complain that once in a while the clutch is too sensitive and that she cannot count on the car to take her to work every day, and that she really fancies the new Volkswagen beetle... you get my drift
Also - I believe that flashing to the 4.0.4 will sort the bootloops, which usually has everything to do with the kenrel.
Best of luck!
p.s. All of the above is said in a humoristic way!
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Thanks for your post.
My wife wanted to upgrade her htc desire to a faster phone with bigger screen, she loves android and Google products and the Google nexus seemed like the best choice at the time (b4 the one X was released) she loved the phone till now.
The phone has twice randomly gone into a boot loop and twice we managed to get it working again both times within the week. This has caused her to lose faith in the phone. I guess the update should fix the issue but it doesn't seem to be available on her phone just yet.
A basic phone would not be enough 4 my wife, as I said in my first post she uses it to connect her laptop to the Internet and as a satnav. Also she watches youtube videos (720p screen is handy here) and for facebook.
We never had any such issues with our desires. When my wife returns home we will update her phone via pc if it doesn't void warranty (I'm sure it won't ) and hopefully the issue will be fixed for good.
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Sounds like our wives can get along my wify loves her htc desire hd! and to be honest, in my opinion in many ways it's much better than the sensation I had (stock).
And by what you described, if I was your wife (lol ) I'd also go for the GN.. I trust you know how to upgrade to 4.0.4, if you need any help just say so and I'll be more than happy to help
Also - from what I know upgrading will not void you warranty, you can simply lock the bootloader once you're done upgrading if you wish.
I really wish the bootloops will stop and that you wife will continue to enjoy her GN!
Hi again
I unlocked, rooted and installed Android Revelution HD 3.0.0 (based on 4.0.4) by mike1986 on her phone.
She is happy with her phone again.
Now it's rooted she likes the extra apps she can now install like AdFree.
I have a quick noob question though..
After installing the new rom her phone it said their is an update available. I understand that she should NOT accept over the air updates now she has a custom rom, and is that right?
Cheers, Oliver
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Hey Oliver, sorry.. seems I didn't get subscription notifications on your reply...
anyway, she "can" download the update, but it will not install, it will simply give an error upon installation, the reason is the original files that the update needs to update are not there anymore, or they are but have changed, so it will just give an installation error.. that's the only downside to having a custom rom. me personally - I like mine stock at the moment
Just a quick update, I rooted, s- offed and install Arhd rom on my wife's gnex.
She says her phone is running faster/smoother than ever and has not restarted since. It's running great and she is happy again
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I just got my phone today,traded my iphone for it
Anyway first thing I notices was I had a few issues with sound. I had to do a few factory resets before I could get sound to work,
My question is , did anyone else encounter this issue and should I be worried about rooting because once I do won't sprint give me a hard tine because it is rooted if I have to take it in for repairs?
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Same place you go get the files to root "development" same place there are recovery files to unroot and relock your phone" No issues returning.
Also you traded you iphone for it. Possibility of who ever you traded with having the same issues is very likely "reason they got rid of it". Of course they wouldn't tell you that though. But if its a brand new phone withing 14 days return it before you root it. Wouldn't make since to setup a phone you can return.
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Same place you go get the files to root "development" same place there are recovery files to unroot and relock your phone" No issues returning.
Also you traded you iphone for it. Possibility of who ever you traded with having the same issues is very likely "reason they got rid of it". Of course they wouldn't tell you that though. But if its a brand new phone withing 14 days return it before you root it. Wouldn't make since to setup a phone you can return.
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Thanks, I actually got the phone sealed and I read online that there was actually quite a few people having the same issue with the sound , but your right I think I'll wait and see if the problem persist so I can get that fixed before I root
Again thanks
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Return it. No issues on mine except when I install certain rooted apps
Ya, exchange it for another one. Not all of them can be perfect eh?
Ok guys, first time I've posted on this forum. just registered. My partner "persuaded" me to switch from an iPhone 3GS, 4S, then 5....to an Android, and after spending all that money on iPhones, let's say I'll never touch one again LOL
So now to the question:
I have a Galaxy Note II with AT&T SGH-i317
He helped me root it, and install a custom rom on to it. We installed several, but then finally AVATAR, which I love. The only problem is that BOTH of our phones now, take about 1,000% longer to charge. And that's not a joke. Some things I've noticed.
We're using the newest one (I'm using the update of yesterday, June 8th, 2013. he's using the previous one, may 23rd I think.
We BOTH have the same battery issues.
We BOTH can not stream netflix on either device.
MY phone succeeded with the update no problems whatsoever.
HIS phone failed to "read" off the internal memory card, but nothing wrong with internal storage from what we can tell. So therefore, the install "failed" on his.
His Note 2 fails to run "The price is right slots" when he tries to run it or connect it to facebook. MINE runs and does it fine. (with the previous version OR this newest one)
Then I noticed the ROM we were using identifies our devices as a N7105. the ROM build: avatar-2.14b-1058-20130607-t0lte
THIS is the CORRECT ROM for the AT&T Sgh-i317: avatar-2.9b-737-20130503-t0lteatt --> Which I've just discovered. (LOL *facepalm*)
Is there a chance that this is causing "battery charging issues"? and what other issues might this be causing or have the potential to cause?
I guess what I am asking is Do I NEED or is it advisable to change to the PROPER AT&T ROM? or will I see no ill-effect of keeping this N7105 Rom?
Thanks for your quick replies
TJ
From my own personal experience, you are lucky you didn't brick it. I made that mistake and i had to buy another phone, so, yes putthe proper rom on there...
Never flash anything that is for another specific device. Technically there are some things that can be flashed but as a noob I would suggest following this rule.
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hope i brought a nexus 7v2 29.12.13 .it's a good decision
Time will tell.
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Time will tell.
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Hey, danvee. I seem to remember you replied to my concern about the poor screen on my first N7 Flo. This seems the proper place to let you know that I tried the N7 Flo again after waiting for the I-pad mini with Retina to come out. This time, I got the tablet everyone was raving about. Very sharp and crisp. The first one was most definitely a dud! I really don't like the button placement, though.
I did like the I-mini (a lot), and that would have been my first I-device to play with, but the price was a killer. I tried the LG Gpad, too, but preferred the new N7 (except great buttons on gpad).
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Yep, awesome tablet !
I'm diggin it so far, only had it a couple days though, having trouble gaining root :\
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I'm diggin it so far, only had it a couple days though, having trouble gaining root :\
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How are you having trouble gaining root? It's a Nexus.
fastboot oem unlock
reboot
fastboot flash recovery [recoveryname].img
and either install SU when prompted upon rebooting from recovery your first time (assuming it's TWRP, not sure if CWM prompts you) or just flash SU manually from recovery. Couldn't be any easier.
Would recomend!