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Stock Rom or Custom Rom

If what I'm looking for is performance, should I stick to a stock rooted rom?
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In term of performance, i think xxlm8 is the best for now.
cm9 is also great but still has many bugs and no camera.
still it's yours to choose
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Gary122 said:
If what I'm looking for is performance, should I stick to a stock rooted rom?
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Its depends on you bro. I still use stock rom myself. I dont have any issues on my stock rom. And so far, everything runs smooth. Btw im on stock DXLM3. I just rooted my.phone and flashed CWM and for now im satisfied. .
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Both have advantages and disavantages.
If you want to stay always up to date, then you'll have to use custom roms, because Samsung doesn't care much about that.

Gary122 said:
If what I'm looking for is performance, should I stick to a stock rooted rom?
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for better performance and less errors, just stick to stock ROM and root

I've tried all the roms. I went back to stock. but I wanted the 14 toggle buttons and etc so I'm using this:
use this stock rom. deodexed. i use it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1655524
If you want. you could v6 supercharge it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=18703418&postcount=5021
14 toggle buttons + extended power menu
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1658833

fatsuzie said:
I've tried all the roms. I went back to stock. but I wanted the 14 toggle buttons and etc so I'm using this:
use this stock rom. deodexed. i use it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1655524
If you want. you could v6 supercharge it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=18703418&postcount=5021
14 toggle buttons + extended power menu
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1658833
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im still confused on what supercharge can do, can you explain it? some experts recommends not to use that on our Wonder, i wonder why if it can boost the phones performance.

kemaro30 said:
im still confused on what supercharge can do, can you explain it? some experts recommends not to use that on our Wonder, i wonder why if it can boost the phones performance.
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Well. Ive been wondering about it myself to. I'm not a pro so I went through the trial and error route.
I've tried in on Cow Rom. Kezra v6. Miui. and Rebel. My phone became more responsive after the supercharge but it became more unstable. So i switched back to the stock rom and its stable superfast.
I use option 6 only. (please note to set 99supercharger.sh to boot, if not your settings might not stick)
Further information:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126940 Post 7
Well this worked well for me.

fatsuzie said:
Well. Ive been wondering about it myself to. I'm not a pro so I went through the trial and error route.
I've tried in on Cow Rom. Kezra v6. Miui. and Rebel. My phone became more responsive after the supercharge but it became more unstable. So i switched back to the stock rom and its stable superfast.
I use option 6 only. (please note to set 99supercharger.sh to boot, if not your settings might not stick)
Further information:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126940 Post 7
Well this worked well for me.
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oh ok i get it.. does it lessen the lag?

it certainly improves scrolling and response and I've not faced any lag at all for the past 4 weeks.
btw. backup your rom 1st before you do it.
just incase u're not satisfied with the supercharge.

Custom Rom! Of course you should use a custom rom

Brian_SGW_CM9 said:
Custom Rom! Of course you should use a custom rom
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agree with this
the first time I flash custom rom, I mess everything and my W is fully hardbrick and i send it to SSC
and now, I changing custom rom frequently but i prefer to stick with arco cm9 although its don't have fully working camera yet

[Q] Flashing different kernels

I just came over from a HTC incredible s and I have to say this phone is amazing. The hardware is beautiful and I love the screen! The only thing is the lag that is noticable, not to mention the fluctuating battery life
So I'm thinking of unlocking the bootloader and rooting to get some of the sweet custom rom goodness onto my phone. But I was just wondering how the kernels and roms work. I.e. how can I find out which kernel posted in the development section is compatible with which rom? And if I want to put a custom kernel onto a different custom rom how do I go about doing that??
Cheers all
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Just read the manuals. I always use the standard kernel that comes with the ROM.
When rooting, beware to execute every step otherwise your phone will be bricked.

You could just start off by trying a custom ROM to rid the lag. If you still want a custom kernel just read the threads and it'll say what its compatible with usually. Hope this helps, man. Btw, congrats on getting the Hox!

Zomere86 said:
Just read the manuals. I always use the standard kernel that comes with the ROM.
When rooting, beware to execute every step otherwise your phone will be bricked.
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Please avoid using the term bricked. If you don't follow the steps then the ROM will not boot but that is far from being bricked.
The only sure fire way to end up bricked is by simulate battery pull wile updating Hboot with an ruu.
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SkookDroid said:
You could just start off by trying a custom ROM to rid the lag. If you still want a custom kernel just read the threads and it'll say what its compatible with usually. Hope this helps, man. Btw, congrats on getting the Hox!
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So the kernel dev will say what roms it is compatible with? I had a look at some and they didn't seem to be explicit as to which roms they're compatible with.
And can I clarify that the kernel is in the boot.img? So to flash kernel just fastboot flash boot xxxx.img?
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Well for example- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1647993 This kernel states its for rooted stock and custom ROMs. This kernel- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1800603 is for AOSP ROMs for the time being. Those are just two examples but just read through and it'll state what kernels are for what. For installation just read the flashing instructions and all will be good, hope I helped!

SkookDroid said:
Well for example- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1647993 This kernel states its for rooted stock and custom ROMs. This kernel- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1800603 is for AOSP ROMs for the time being. Those are just two examples but just read through and it'll state what kernels are for what. For installation just read the flashing instructions and all will be good, hope I helped!
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Yea you did, thanks man!
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[Q] Best rom and best kernel for T999V

Hi all! I want to know what is the best Rom and the best kernel for the SGH-T999V. My carrier is Videotron.
Thanks
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Define best. Are you looking for best performance, longest battery time, coolest custom features, etc?

Battery life and coolest feature
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^ I have same question. Whats kenrel comparati with T999?

AOKP tends to have the most custom features out there and is pretty stable from what I've read. CM10 has the biggest community and the most support so it'll be the first to get a fully stable release.
And for battery life, I'd suggest Lean Kernel and don't overclock anything.

How can I install Leankernel without bricking my phone?
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Put the .zip file on your SD card then use ROM Manager to boot into CWMR. Wipe cache and then wipe Dalvik cache. Flash from there. I would assume since Videotron is combined with the T-Mobile forum all the ROMs and kernels for T-Mobile would also work for your phone. The only difference that I can tell from T-999 and T-999V is the 999V is Canadian. Other than that just don't flash any T-Mobile specific modems or radios and you should be good.

Ok so the kernel and the radio are not tbe same things. Im sorry I am totally noob in this.
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Don't sweat it. We've all been there before. There should be a sticky in one of these sub-forums with a TON of information about what everything is.
And yes, the kernel and radio are not the same. Think of the kernel as the engine powering everything and the radio as what interprets the signal you get from your provider. It's a bit simplified, but it's an accurate description. As long as you avoid flashing T-Mobile modems and radios you should be in the clear. To be honest, I've messed with radios before and it's really not worth the hassle 9 times out of 10 so you're really not missing out being with Videotron.

I have no doubt that stock kernel is and always will be the best kernel possible for this phone. Sammy has done a great job! Kernel devs will do their job(fix and break what they fixed before then break it again so you become a flash addict) but stock kernel will remain the best choice at the end.
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SmartassV2/SIO. Not to mention overclocking and other optimizations.
Your argument is invalid.

And flash some roms and kernel just to try can break the phone? Will the performance will stay the samdme?
And thank you for all your answer.
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Sorry if it's it's off topic . I want to flash my kernel with Trinity
I'm wondering which is compatible, due to many many files for different roms and etc, for my phone which is Samsung Galaxy S3 SGH-T999, rooted and stock everything. I'm also a noob , too. Brick my phone once and i don't want it to get replaced . LOL .
And I also want to install the AwsomeBeats v3 mod . Is this mod compatible for all Android phone ?
Any suggestions or help will be much appreciated .

xxjack3dxx said:
And flash some roms and kernel just to try can break the phone? Will the performance will stay the samdme?
And thank you for all your answer.
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It's possible, but not likely. If it was that easy to break the phone there wouldn't be such things as nightlies (ROMs that are updated pretty much every week night). I've had a few instances where I flashed the proper kernel, but it wasn't compatible with my phone. It's a simple enough fix, but nothing close to soft or hard bricking my phone just by flashing. Just make sure you don't do anything stupid like removing the battery mid flash, run out of battery mid flash, flash a ROM for a different carrier, flash a kernel for the wrong carrier (although kernels aren't TOO picky).
kengvang25 said:
Sorry if it's it's off topic . I want to flash my kernel with Trinity
I'm wondering which is compatible, due to many many files for different roms and etc, for my phone which is Samsung Galaxy S3 SGH-T999, rooted and stock everything. I'm also a noob , too. Brick my phone once and i don't want it to get replaced . LOL .
And I also want to install the AwsomeBeats v3 mod . Is this mod compatible for all Android phone ?
Any suggestions or help will be much appreciated .
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To be honest I was interested in trying Trinity myself, but gave up on that. I couldn't figure out what the hell was what and which was the most recent due to the naming of the different versions. Unless there's something you REALLY want that only Trinity offers my only recommendation is to move on. Or find someone here who has a signature saying they use Trinity and ask them which version you want.

lazarat said:
I have no doubt that stock kernel is and always will be the best kernel possible for this phone. Sammy has done a great job! Kernel devs will do their job(fix and break what they fixed before then break it again so you become a flash addict) but stock kernel will remain the best choice at the end.
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I'm glad you are happy with the stock kernel. However, not every kernel works the same for everyone. Therefore, stock is not the right choice for everyone.
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couple questions regarding custom roms

I had a couple question and hopefully you guys can help me out.
I have a gs3 and was looking to install a rom, now do these roms just add features or do they completely replace the default rom? Im I going to be able to do everything I was able to do before the custom rom? Also what does "cm10" or "cm5" mean? Also my phones 4g isnt working, it stays at edge, no mateer if I have full bars. Would a custom rom maybe solve the problem? If I add a custom rom can I revert to stock without side effects?
Thnks

Read and read and Google and Google, or vice versa! And have you rooted and flashed already? If so check your imei and see if it has numbers or just 0 (settings, about phone, status, imei) oh and read some more like the resource guide I created, and Google other things.
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mtxhace said:
I had a couple question and hopefully you guys can help me out.
I have a gs3 and was looking to install a rom, now do these roms just add features or do they completely replace the default rom? Im I going to be able to do everything I was able to do before the custom rom? Also what does "cm10" or "cm5" mean? Also my phones 4g isnt working, it stays at edge, no mateer if I have full bars. Would a custom rom maybe solve the problem? If I add a custom rom can I revert to stock without side effects?
Thnks
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Buddy my advice to you is read more! And that's being serious because flashing things is no small matter but to answer you're questions.
Flashing a rom will replace the default.
It will change kernel, build, etc. The only thing that wont change is you're modem.
If you did install a touchwiz rom. You're most likely going to do everything you do plus more but make sure its based of T-Mobile... they tell you on the first post of roms.
Cm10 is cyanogen mod and they make asop roms. They best way to describe the rom is watch a video of the nexus stock rom.. u will get the jist of it.
For you're data make sure you're on a 4g area my friend. If u are then personally check you're data and make sure 4g is enabled. Still wont woek then maybe flashing the newest modem might work but be very very careful! !!!!
If u install cm10, akop stuff like that people recommend to odin back to your stock. Look up odin if you do not know what that means.
Ok I answered all you're questions
But truly watch out. From reading you're questions it sounds like you are new and want to learn which is good but keep reading and reading before you flash anything dude. Treat this like programming class and you're fighting for that A
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The_F_Word said:
Buddy my advice to you is read more! And that's being serious because flashing things is no small matter but to answer you're questions.
Flashing a rom will replace the default.
It will change kernel, build, etc. The only thing that wont change is you're modem.
If you did install a touchwiz rom. You're most likely going to do everything you do plus more but make sure its based of T-Mobile... they tell you on the first post of roms.
Cm10 is cyanogen mod and they make asop roms. They best way to describe the rom is watch a video of the nexus stock rom.. u will get the jist of it.
For you're data make sure you're on a 4g area my friend. If u are then personally check you're data and make sure 4g is enabled. Still wont woek then maybe flashing the newest modem might work but be very very careful! !!!!
If u install cm10, akop stuff like that people recommend to odin back to your stock. Look up odin if you do not know what that means.
Ok I answered all you're questions
But truly watch out. From reading you're questions it sounds like you are new and want to learn which is good but keep reading and reading before you flash anything dude. Treat this like programming class and you're fighting for that A
Hit thanks if I helped
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You are the man.

What is the full model number of your GS3?

Dude you really look like you won't take advantage of all the rooting capabilities maybe it's best if you don't. Have you ever had 4G? It might be your area, tmobile doesn't cover everything. So custom roms most likely won't improve that, so before you do anything call tmobile and see what's up with that because most likely your paying for a service your not getting. If not then a warranty is in place if they cover it in your area, also let us know if you have mess with some settings in network.
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Since we are asking questions about custom roms... Let's say I install a custom kernel but I flash different rom after that. Would the custom kernel go untouched or would it change to whatever rom is present on the custom rom?
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jenaltals said:
Since we are asking questions about custom roms... Let's say I install a custom kernel but I flash different rom after that. Would the custom kernel go untouched or would it change to whatever rom is present on the custom rom?
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It changes with whatever rom you flash to my understand, roms comes with their equipped kernels. You should wipe before you move on to next rom
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Yes all ROMs come with a kernel otherwise they wouldn't boot.

Ahh, that's right. Thanks for clearing that up guys
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[Q] Which is the most STABLE and easy to use ROM for newbie?

I am thinking of giving my SGII to my dad who is an absolute novice when it comes to smartphones.
Last phone he used was a no-frills phone (Nokia Symbian no touch screen)!!
I am currently running PAC man v24 for myself but I was wondering which ROM should I flash for him which would be super STABLE and easy to use for somebody's first touch screen phone?
All suggestions welcome!
Thanks in advance!!

Neet said:
I am thinking of giving my SGII to my dad who is an absolute novice when it comes to smartphones.
Last phone he used was a no-frills phone (Nokia Symbian no touch screen)!!
I am currently running PAC man v24 for myself but I was wondering which ROM should I flash for him which would be super STABLE and easy to use for somebody's first touch screen phone?
All suggestions welcome!
Thanks in advance!!
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Use CM10.0 Stable.

If he's a novice I'd just stick to stock
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gc84245 said:
If he's a novice I'd just stick to stock
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I'm about to give me girlfriend my S2. What's a good stock ROM with no addons but with root.
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It's probably just as easy to root yourself as it is to flash a custom Rom. Then I recommend debloating how you see fit. Good luck.
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I wouldn't put a custom rom on someone else's phone. Root for him if you want to, but if he won't install a custom rom on his own you will be locked into endless tech support.
That said, what rom might be appropriate depends on the desired features. What does he want from the phone that the stock rom won't provide?
Just to clarify, rooting and flashing rom are two different things, each doable independently. If all you want is root (to remove bloatware, for example) just root and leave the stock firmware in place.

Go for stock
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Kernel
I tried flashing CM10.0 on my T-Mobile SGS2, but couldn't get past the CM splash screen. Do I need to use ODIN to flash an updated kernel? If so, where can I find the right .tar file?

Jedimind tick 5 is fine

Stay Stock
As someone who has tried broadening people's horizons..DON'T do it. Keep it stock...maybe consider rooting it. You'll end up in tech support hell and hearing them complain constantly and attributing ever quirk to the fact you "broke" their phone.

+1 to sticking to stock. Of all the endless flashing I've been doing stock is the least laggy, not the general UI, the non stock ROMs all seem to have a laggy camera and Gallery.