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Alright guys,
I recently rooted my epic. Now what? How do I get themes onto my device? I had an eris but didnt know what to do...i really like some themes, especially the angry red alien. (i think thats what it is)
Is there an easy step by step tutorial that I missed?
Also, anything else thats cool besides themes that would look nice
Thanks guys!
Sent from Cheech's %s
cheech92007 said:
Alright guys,
I recently rooted my epic. Now what? How do I get themes onto my device? I had an eris but didnt know what to do...i really like some themes, especially the angry red alien. (i think thats what it is)
Is there an easy step by step tutorial that I missed?
Also, anything else thats cool besides themes that would look nice
Thanks guys!
Sent from Cheech's %s
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Lol....cheech, you have much to learn young padawan!!
First, I believe you can't flash themes over stock roms, only deodexed roms will take themes. The stock rom is odexed.
Second, whatever version of clock work mod you used as a recovery must be compatible with the rom/theme/kernel/ect you are going to use.
Three, sorry I can't break it all down for you, but I'm still learning, just read about what you want to flash before jumping in and burning the house down.
Oh and stay away from rom manager for now, unless you want major issues...
One last thing and I don't mean to sound like a ****. If your not willing to read and research, your going to inevitably run into issues, major issues. I read for weeks before I did anything and its nearly impossible to put that into one or two paragraphs. If you don't feel like reading I'd tell you hacking your epic or any phone for that matter is a terrible idea.
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One last thing and I don't mean to sound like a ****. If your not willing to read and research, your going to inevitably run into issues, major issues. I read for weeks before I did anything and its nearly impossible to put that into one or two paragraphs. If you don't feel like reading I'd tell you hacking your epic or any phone for that matter is a terrible idea.
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yeahh i knew i would get yelled at for this xP sad thing is, i used to help run a blackberry site and i would yell at people for doing that too.
Now, completely off topic, I think I ran into those major issues you were talking about. (I didnt check this thread before I started the process)
Well heres what happened. (I have a new thread out so this is just a copy/paste)
just installed CWM 3.0.0.5 and now my Epic is frozen upon reboot! It keeps going to the SAMSUNG black screen and wont move from that.
I reboot in recovery mode and get to the CWM menu but cant do anything from there, cant wipe device, cant remove anything, etc.
Help me fix this!
Im a college student that needs his phone working ASAP!
Thank you!
yeahh... any ideas?
Thread tag...see your other thread....lol
1....2....3.....not it
Hey...how's my driving?
I think we're parked man!
kennyglass123 said:
Hey...how's my driving?
I think we're parked man!
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you deserve a +1 for that my good sir. bravo
Bricking a phone is fun......
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Bricking a phone is fun......
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no its not
It was sarcastic humor since a few people have been finding their phone bricked.
It sounds like you used CWM 3.0. Which converts to EXT4 (for filesystem type). You will want to read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=Samsung_Galaxy_S/SPH-D700
and then this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=798067 and this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=Flashing_Guide_-_Android And THEN use the SEARCH TOOL * as you should have before asking* to see if you can find th problem within he thousand or so threads in the epic 4g part. Good luck.
Check out my how to video thread for visual help! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1009997
WAIT. You DID install clockwork mod 3.0. Did you read a single guide? The stock kernel is NOT compatible with the EXT4 format. Therefore you HAVE to flash a kernel that is. (search it): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=897612 read the steps and you should be fine (as soon as you flash the right kernel). Oh, and you should download and flash SyndicateFROZEN ROM. Just a friendly suggestion.
Watch http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YQ2g6J1JgjU to take your phone back to stock or http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wy2Et6qVGdo&feature=channel_video_title to put on the syndicate rom now that you have upgraded clockwork. qbking77 videos are awsome and if they help think about a donation so he keeps providing more.
Thank you to everyone who helped me out in this thread. My phone is now fixed. Turns out the .tar / PDA file that I was using in Odin was corrupt and wouldnt work fully.
I used a different version which seemed to work fine, then it upgraded once I turned my phone on.
Everyone who helped me out will be receiving thanks
Thanks again everyone!
cheech92007 said:
Thank you to everyone who helped me out in this thread. My phone is now fixed. Turns out the .tar / PDA file that I was using in Odin was corrupt and wouldnt work fully.
I used a different version which seemed to work fine, then it upgraded once I turned my phone on.
Everyone who helped me out will be receiving thanks
Thanks again everyone!
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Sweet, I was pulling for your non reading ass...lol....good deal cheech!!
Good Job man. Sorry for the myriad of posts. But congrats getting it working!!
Hello!
Im wondering about JellyTime, Is it good or bad/very buggy?
Since im very intrested about it i want others opinion.
Also im new to this rooting and new ROM installs.
Thanks!
Well, it is a beta Rom, so it will have bugs. I use it as my main rom knowing it has some minor flaws. If you need a full running device you might want to read the thread a little before flashing this. Most of us flashing this are "Flashaholics" and don't mind flashing a new version everyday if needed. I'd say flash it to see what it's like, and then make your own decision. Only you will know if you like it. This goes for any Rom.
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Welcome to the forum!
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Well, it is a beta Rom, so it will have bugs. I use it as my main rom knowing it has some minor flaws. If you need a full running device you might want to read the thread a little before flashing this. Most of us flashing this are "Flashaholics" and don't mind flashing a new version everyday if needed. I'd say flash it to see what it's like, and then make your own decision. Only you will know if you like it. This goes for any Rom.
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Ohhh okay ^^ is it possible to install the rom at the sametime as i root? sorreh im newb at this :3:highfive:
After you root, make a backup of your rom. Before flashing (download rom to sd card-remember where it was stored), reboot in recovery.
Wipe data/factory reset.
Wipe dalvik.
Format all partitions (except sd card).
Install from sd card.
Flash rom (search for the download)
Reboot.
The above is sorta the correct way of doing it afterwards. Most of us don't do it.
Wait 5-10 minutes.
Reboot.
Configure all you need to configure.
Install your apps.
Reboot.
If you want to know the issues of a rom, read the op(first page) and read the last 5-10 pages.
All ics - jb roms have bugs. Won't be long till they are fixed.
Gb roms are stable on the most part.
Search for 4ext touch recovery, it's the prefered one.
Sent from a dream.
TheJokah said:
Well, it is a beta Rom, so it will have bugs. I use it as my main rom knowing it has some minor flaws. If you need a full running device you might want to read the thread a little before flashing this. Most of us flashing this are "Flashaholics" and don't mind flashing a new version everyday if needed. I'd say flash it to see what it's like, and then make your own decision. Only you will know if you like it. This goes for any Rom.
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Teichopsia said:
After you root, make a backup of your rom. Before flashing (download rom to sd card-remember where it was stored), reboot in recovery.
Wipe data/factory reset.
Wipe dalvik.
Format all partitions (except sd card).
Install from sd card.
Flash rom (search for the download)
Reboot.
The above is sorta the correct way of doing it afterwards. Most of us don't do it.
Wait 5-10 minutes.
Reboot.
Configure all you need to configure.
Install your apps.
Reboot.
If you want to know the issues of a rom, read the op(first page) and read the last 5-10 pages.
All ics - jb roms have bugs. Won't be long till they are fixed.
Gb roms are stable on the most part.
Search for 4ext touch recovery, it's the prefered one.
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Ive installed JellyTime but when ive installed the rom it just says loading and is keeping to load. nothing happens for 20 mins.
any idéa what can cause this?
Valentia007 said:
Ive installed JellyTime but when ive installed the rom it just says loading and is keeping to load. nothing happens for 20 mins.
any idéa what can cause this?
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Either a bad download or a bad wipe procedure.
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Either a bad download or a bad wipe procedure.
Sent from a dream.
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I got it to work now, BUT how do i get google play? <.< ive downloaded it but it dont work.. so how do i get to my Paid apps?
Edit: Also IF i want to have my old HTC Rom do i just use the Root program again? or do i have to download it from their site?
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I got it to work now, BUT how do i get google play? <.< ive downloaded it but it dont work.. so how do i get to my Paid apps?
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Alright buddy, last one. After this you nees to start reading and searching for your own answers. Almost anything you can think of has already been posted.
It's called gapps. It's a zip file with several google apps. Flash the same as when you flash a rom. No wipe necessary.
Sent from a dream.
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Alright buddy, last one. After this you nees to start reading and searching for your own answers. Almost anything you can think of has already been posted.
It's called gapps. It's a zip file with several google apps. Flash the same as when you flash a rom. No wipe necessary.
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Okay thanks for all the help man! appreciate it
I tried to install it the same tho but it says the Zip file dont exists. But ill figure this one out
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Okay thanks for all the help man! appreciate it
I tried to install it the same tho but it says the Zip file dont exists. But ill figure this one out
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If you have problems just pm (private message) me.
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If you have problems just pm (private message) me.
Sent from a dream.
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Thanks man ive sorted it out tho :3 thanks for all the help ^^
jellytime is moving very fast towards stability...
Even now its beta 110 could be used as a daily driver if you ignore some minor things..Bluetooth is the only major problem in it..other than that,it is smooth and really good
TOTAL NOOB here been reading for months now [in the background] and just joined as i think ive finally worked up the courage to brick my HD. :laugh:
I did see a question asking about "best roms" am after an easy stable and fully working combination tho, would love jellybean and fully understand its still in beta. I think more noobs would attempt stuff if it wasnt so damn confusing with regards options and bolt ons.
Ive been Useing JellyTime since yesterday and i love it, the only complaint i have at this moment is that when i lock the screen and unlock it after more than 5 min it takes up to 5-10 seconds for it to start. Maby fixed in new Beta 10. ill try install it later today or tomorrow.
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TOTAL NOOB here been reading for months now [in the background] and just joined as i think ive finally worked up the courage to brick my HD. :laugh:
I did see a question asking about "best roms" am after an easy stable and fully working combination tho, would love jellybean and fully understand its still in beta. I think more noobs would attempt stuff if it wasnt so damn confusing with regards options and bolt ons.
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The Desire HD/Inspire 4G are virtually un-brickable as long as you are not ENG-OFF. Once you start flashing roms it all will become like second nature. Everything will start to get easier(more confidence comes too ) Just keep doing what you are doing (reading the threads). I wish some people did this more before posting.
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Ive been Useing JellyTime since yesterday and i love it, the only complaint i have at this moment is that when i lock the screen and unlock it after more than 5 min it takes up to 5-10 seconds for it to start. Maby fixed in new Beta 10. ill try install it later today or tomorrow.
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This is kernel related issue..also found in virtuous infinity sense 4 rom..
Bluetooth also is broken in beta 10..I still miss the smoothness of beta 7..that kinnda smoothness is yet to be seen on this new kernel
saeedyasir91 said:
This is kernel related issue..also found in virtuous infinity sense 4 rom..
Bluetooth also is broken in beta 10..I still miss the smoothness of beta 7..that kinnda smoothness is yet to be seen on this new kernel
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One of the fun things tho is that when i have my headset in my phone the "lock screen" is opening as soon i press the button, and without the headset it takes 5-10 seconds like i posted earlier :3
1st step grabbed h/kit - more reading :cyclops:
just a quickie as well do i need to do the catchpa thing everytime i post ?
Jimpy0 said:
1st step grabbed h/kit - more reading :cyclops:
just a quickie as well do i need to do the catchpa thing everytime i post ?
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You need to use catchpa for about the first 10 posts. then it should disapear.
This ROM is outstanding. I started with Beta 8 and it was great–at least for the first few days before Beta 9 came out. And now that Beta 10 is out, I'm going to flash that ASAP.
Then great thing about this ROM is that Randomblame just can't seem to give himself any downtime, although he does find time to spend with his family. As long as the ROM works and he isn't going crazy from it, that's alright with me.
Sent using Jelly Time: Sweet, Sugary Goodness!
Hello everyone,
im new in this forum, and two devices with android, the first is the "asus transformer prime" and the second is a new cellphone - Sony Xperia Arc S - and this is the problem.
I really dont like what sony do the android, the interface, beside iam very familiar with standart ICS in my "Prime" so i search a bit and found some posts about Cyanogen 9 (talking about performance ans stuff), but in that same posts i read that CM9 is only for "Xperia Arc" not "xperia arc S" and i need to use some external "kernell" to be loaded.
My questions are:
What i need to do to install CM9 at "arc s"?
What the procedures?
I need a external "kernel" or just extract the zip (cm-9.1.0-anzu.zip) and get the *.img ?
What is the easyest method to install it?
Can send me a easy guide to do it?
and finally. it will work in portugal? with the operator TMN?
Can someone post the link for one guide to do the install, that actually works?:fingers-crossed:
Thanks in advance for the answers
If i can make a clean and smooth install, for sure i will donate
(sorry my english)
p.s- i know they are a lot of posts about this, but is because that i cant find my way through they.
Install instructions:
1. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
2. Install a Recovery (there are some around this forum)
3. Wipe (only required 1st time)
4. Flash Rom
5. OK！！
cm9 on sony xperia arc s
samhillxda said:
1. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
2. Install a Recovery (there are some around this forum)
3. Wipe (only required 1st time)
4. Flash Rom
5. OK！！
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Thanks for the reply, but that is a litle too generic for me , and not answer about a diferent kernel doubth .
can you indicate the links of the most stable files you are talking about?
Or some video to explain this?
Tank you so much
Soory im a noob :/
samhillxda said:
1. Flash kernel (fastboot flash boot boot.img)
2. Install a Recovery (there are some around this forum)
3. Wipe (only required 1st time)
4. Flash Rom
5. OK！！
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noob here too on arc s first time flashing,
for kernel, can it be flash from cwm?
bruce16878 said:
noob here too on arc s first time flashing,
for kernel, can it be flash from cwm?
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No, With FAStboot ONLY
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No, With FAStboot ONLY
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o.k, but which files i should use? can u post some links?
preferable the most stable version, i know they are a lot of them but cant choose because i don't have any experience on it.
Im thinking is use one of this two, whats better?
1 - this kernel (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520654) with this room (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1526717)
or
2 - this kernel (FXP128, by FreeXperiaProject) (come people say works fine) whit this room ( http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=anzu&type=) cm-9.1.0-anzu.zip
please advice,,
Thanks everyone
Hi all!
Hi!
to flash the kernel you'll need to do it via Fastboot. There are some guides in this section to help you get CWM recovery easily, but if you're a noob like me I'd give try to Flashtool (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000012).
It's a little program that helps you out flashing kernels, roms and some other joyful gift from xda...
Try it out and let me know!
For the ROM/Kernel choice if you want a clean AOSP (android stock) experience go with the FXP CM9 or AOKP (for a little more customization)... If you browse the "Android Development" section you're going to find plenty about it and in the related thread you'll find some help with kernel choice!
I actually am on JJ's Hybrid Rom with ArcKnight kernel, it's based on Sony's firmware but looks like aosp (I don't like the CM9 camera) and it's really smooth!
Cheers and let me know if I helped you out! :fingers-crossed:
nPingu said:
Hi!
to flash the kernel you'll need to do it via Fastboot. There are some guides in this section to help you get CWM recovery easily, but if you're a noob like me I'd give try to Flashtool (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000012).
It's a little program that helps you out flashing kernels, roms and some other joyful gift from xda...
Try it out and let me know!
For the ROM/Kernel choice if you want a clean AOSP (android stock) experience go with the FXP CM9 or AOKP (for a little more customization)... If you browse the "Android Development" section you're going to find plenty about it and in the related thread you'll find some help with kernel choice!
I actually am on JJ's Hybrid Rom with ArcKnight kernel, it's based on Sony's firmware but looks like aosp (I don't like the CM9 camera) and it's really smooth!
Cheers and let me know if I helped you out! :fingers-crossed:
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Hi ,
I believe you
Really helpfull man, i take a look at your description and look really nice room.
And i even have a option to install it with "Locked Bootloaders"(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1673489) so if someting goes wrong i can restore the phone with Sony software (SEUS).
Can you tell me if this are the files you use? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1537717) you apply the patch too?
Im really happy with your feedback (i can see now some light at the end of the tunel)
To finish i have just one more litle question. is about the "baseband".
I am im Portugal and my phone is under TMN phone line. do you know if this rooms works fine? (i suppose it works because you can update too official ICS before start installing JJ's Hybrid Rom, but can you confirm this?) my thought is correct?
Best regards, and thanks for the reply.
Yeah that's the thread!
I applied the patch but it works just fine as it is, even without it!
baseband should be no problem, the problem is combination rom/baseband and not baseband/network (dunno if I can explain myself, sorry about it).
In other words, if your phone is on ics .431 stock and you flash this, you'll get the same baseband and everything's gonna work out!
I unlocked my bootloader so I'm not familiar with that kind of install but it should be even easier.
Let me know if you need any help about it, I hope we are not going too much OT!
Happy to help!
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Yeah that's the thread!
I applied the patch but it works just fine as it is, even without it!
baseband should be no problem, the problem is combination rom/baseband and not baseband/network (dunno if I can explain myself, sorry about it).
In other words, if your phone is on ics .431 stock and you flash this, you'll get the same baseband and everything's gonna work out!
I unlocked my bootloader so I'm not familiar with that kind of install but it should be even easier.
Let me know if you need any help about it, I hope we are not going too much OT!
Happy to help!
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Nice :good:
i understand what you try to explain about baseband. no worry
dont know yet if i install this room by "unlocked bootloader" or "locked".
The Locked version have some vantages right? if i want to go to stock ics i can keep update the cellphne by Sony software. But im wondering, how many time the sony will update this phone? maybe not much,,because already listen someone say it will no get jellybean official update, so im really think in "unlock bootloader".
about the patch, how apply the pacth? right after instal the room, or reboot a couple of times them instal the patch?
by the way can you send me a link with the method to install it? dont want to mess with the room itself.
Thanks for all the support , really appreciate :highfive:
well,
I think this thread is the best if you need some guidance, I don't think I'd be better that this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653188
Anyway if you unlock your BL, I'd proceed like this afterwards:
-backup all the things you need to keep from your phone because you're gonna delete all the data!
-download Flashtool, install all the drivers inside the drivers folder after the install, launch it and try to get your phone in "fastboot mode" (click on the lightning and select fastboot, then pick the button that suites you better )
-download the kernel you chose and flash the img by pressing "flash kernel img" in the fastboot menu (you may need to flash wifi modules later, so download them and put them inside your sd card
-download the .zip file of the rom you chose and put it inside your sd card
-ALWAYS DISCONNECT YOUR PHONE FROM CABLE BEFORE YOU TURN IT ON, not always, but sometimes it makes android crash
-turn on your phone and keep pressing volume down till you get to recovery
-select "wipe data/factory reset", "wipe cache", go to "advanced" and select "wipe dalvik cache"
-select "install...." (second option in the main menu) and then install from sd card and pick the ROM file...
-after the flash is over, do the last step again and select the WIFI MODULES
-reboot to system, check if everything's working, if you want to apply the patch (in JJ's rom case) turn off your phone, get to recovery again and install the related zip...
Anyway I hope I'll not be held responsible if your phone is gonna explode, mine didn't! :angel:
Good luck!
nPingu said:
well,
I think this thread is the best if you need some guidance, I don't think I'd be better that this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653188
Anyway if you unlock your BL, I'd proceed like this afterwards:
-backup all the things you need to keep from your phone because you're gonna delete all the data!
-download Flashtool, install all the drivers inside the drivers folder after the install, launch it and try to get your phone in "fastboot mode" (click on the lightning and select fastboot, then pick the button that suites you better )
-download the kernel you chose and flash the img by pressing "flash kernel img" in the fastboot menu (you may need to flash wifi modules later, so download them and put them inside your sd card
-download the .zip file of the rom you chose and put it inside your sd card
-ALWAYS DISCONNECT YOUR PHONE FROM CABLE BEFORE YOU TURN IT ON, not always, but sometimes it makes android crash
-turn on your phone and keep pressing volume down till you get to recovery
-select "wipe data/factory reset", "wipe cache", go to "advanced" and select "wipe dalvik cache"
-select "install...." (second option in the main menu) and then install from sd card and pick the ROM file...
-after the flash is over, do the last step again and select the WIFI MODULES
-reboot to system, check if everything's working, if you want to apply the patch (in JJ's rom case) turn off your phone, get to recovery again and install the related zip...
Anyway I hope I'll not be held responsible if your phone is gonna explode, mine didn't! :angel:
Good luck!
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Hi, once again THANKS for this mini tutorial
No worry you will not be responsible if my phone meltdown , i know flashing is always a little risky, but if something goes wrong most of the time only need to rooting again e flash it. (little chance of burning literally the phone, only if doing insane overclocks), beside i try the "locked bootloade" first so, i think is even easier to restore factor ICS if something bad happens.(hope not) :fingers-crossed:
-when you install the patch, you don't clean cache or something? just install?
-about the hifi modules, i should install it or only if my wifi not work?
in my work days i don't have time to do this procedure but in weakend i want apply this. Really lov the stock ICS look, not that changed version of sony (i mean, is pretty, but don't like)
Thanks for all the help.
I didnt wipe cache or dalvik when I applied the patch... Wifi modules are linked with the kernel you choose, so if you dont flash them, wifi won't work...so "yes" is the answer in any case! let me know if everything works out!
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-when you install the patch, you don't clean cache or something?
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You should when flashing any new ROM because it rules out any issues that might a rise after installing.
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about the hifi modules, i should install it or only if my wifi not work?
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Not needed, but there is a baseband for CM9 which is in the thread, up to you if you want to use it or not.
Questions go to Q&A.
Also most of your questions would be answered, had you taken the time to read through the forums and search.
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nPingu said:
I didnt wipe cache or dalvik when I applied the patch... Wifi modules are linked with the kernel you choose, so if you dont flash them, wifi won't work...so "yes" is the answer in any case! let me know if everything works out!
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Hi, o.k e see.
i tell you if everything works and my opinion about the room .
by the way, im thinking in root the phone before doing the rooming just to test something, remove bloatware on xperia. My friend speak about this http://www.unlockroot.com/, do you know if its work? because as far as i know we need to downgrade the ics 4.0.4 to 4.0.3 to apply the rooting.
have a nice day , and thanks for your fast reply to all my doubts
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You should when flashing any new ROM because it rules out any issues that might a rise after installing.
Not needed, but there is a baseband for CM9 which is in the thread, up to you if you want to use it or not.
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humm, i see, thanks for the clarification
can i ask you something subjective?
if i root the xperia ics stock room, and clean all bloatware, really i need a new room? i mean. it will be more stable? or what i will benefit from it?
Thanks, best regards
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Questions go to Q&A.
Also most of your questions would be answered, had you taken the time to read through the forums and search.
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hi,
Thanks for the orientation. I am new in this forums and really don't know yet how this works, beside, i search a lot for questions and i found some really interesting answers but the problem is, i have some specific questions and the threats about "Arc S" are overwhelming, (so much suggestions, feedback's, new versions, errors etc) i cant focus in my thinking line, and get more and more confused :/.
Next time ill make a threat if is really necessary o.k? .
I need to thanks all the members in this one, for the quickly answers and clarifications.
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humm, i see, thanks for the clarification
can i ask you something subjective?
if i root the xperia ics stock room, and clean all bloatware, really i need a new room? i mean. it will be more stable? or what i will benefit from it?
Thanks, best regards
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You'll have more system space, probably your phone will be smoother and stable.
Anyway, IMHO:
-change kernel if you're looking for performance improvement, overclocking/undervolting or some particular feature
-change rom if you find some features you'd like/need that are not inside the stock one or if you want to customize it.
nPingu said:
You'll have more system space, probably your phone will be smoother and stable.
Anyway, IMHO:
-change kernel if you're looking for performance improvement, overclocking/undervolting or some particular feature
-change rom if you find some features you'd like/need that are not inside the stock one or if you want to customize it.
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Hi,
Thanks for your feedback
I first ill try rooting and after that maybe a new room, but i confess, i am a Little scarred, don't want to brick my phone .
Speaking in root, do you have some thoughs about this? http://www.unlockroot.com/, to rooting the phone? (i am in ICS 4.0.4 - 4.1.B.0.431)
(this weakend i have played with the phone, photos, system, etc,, and this is a great phone for a single core, really fast, my fried have a galaxy S3 and the diference is not so much and the price is more them 2x more)
take care, and thanks for all the help and feedbacks.
This is the newest version of Clockwork Recovery- 6.0.1.5 -non-touch
I claim no credit for any of this. I am only posting this because the latest version available on the official ClockworkMod page is still 6.0.1.0.
This recovery was compiled from source, along with a personal CM10 project I'm working on. Please note that this is included with the CyanogenMod source, so anyone building it will end up with the newest recovery image in their OUT folder.
So, for anyone still using Clockwork Recovery, (I do), here you are!
All credit to Koushik Dutta (Koush)--the creator of what I think is still a great recovery.
More info on his work can be found at http://www.ClockworkMod.com/rommanager
Thanks dude!
Here is the touch version of 6.0.1.5 http://d-h.st/1Kk. I built this last night using the recovery builder found here http://builder.clockworkmod.com/ with the 6.0.1.0 version as a base.
EDIT/ I FORGOT TO MENTION. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANYTHING WORKING OR NOT WORKING WITH THIS RECOVERY. I ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR BROKEN DEVICES. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. THANK YOU
myepicyear said:
This is the newest version of Clockwork Recovery- 6.0.1.5 -non-touch
I claim no credit for any of this. I am only posting this because the latest version available on the official ClockworkMod page is still 6.0.1.0.
This recovery was compiled from source, along with a personal CM10 project I'm working on. Please note that this is included with the CyanogenMod source, so anyone building it will end up with the newest recovery image in their OUT folder.
So, for anyone still using Clockwork Recovery, (I do), here you are!
All credit to Koushik Dutta (Koush)--the creator of what I think is still a great recovery.
More info on his work can be found at http://www.ClockworkMod.com/rommanager
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Is 6.0.1.5 the version that has the option for tar (non-blob) backup?
Yes it has that option
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TransWarp said:
Is 6.0.1.5 the version that has the option for tar (non-blob) backup?
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Yes, this version includes both tar and dup (data blob) backup formats. Tar formatting was re-added in 6.0.1.2.
So you can have either quick, large backups; or slower, slimmer backups with this version.
There's also an interesting adb sideload option as well. Not useful for most casual users, however, the more adventurous users will have a purpose for it from time to time.
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Thanks dude!
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You are very welcome sir! Thank you for visiting the very first thread that I've ever posted on XDA. Never even started a question thread before. I'm working pretty freaking hard, on personal projects, as well as school stuff, so you should be seeing a lot more from me in the not-too-distant future. I've been looking forward to contributing more for a long time, and I'm excited to give back something with some more substance. I never stop learning at xda. I owe a lot to this place. :fingers-crossed:
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You are very welcome sir! Thank you for visiting the very first thread that I've ever posted on XDA. Never even started a question thread before. I'm working pretty freaking hard, on personal projects, as well as school stuff, so you should be seeing a lot more from me in the not-too-distant future. I've been looking forward to contributing more for a long time, and I'm excited to give back something with some more substance. I never stop learning at xda. I owe a lot to this place. :fingers-crossed:
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Thanks for this CWM. The touch version is nice to have, if your device supports it. I have one question though. Is this version still buggy? Any issues so far? Why hasn't it been posted on Koush's site yet? I would give it a whirl but I'm a bit wary; I wouldn't want to mess with my working 6.0.1.0 touch unless I'm 100% positive this has no issues.
Thanks again.
ezeuba said:
Thanks for this CWM. The touch version is nice to have, if your device supports it. I have one question though. Is this version still buggy? Any issues so far? Why hasn't it been posted on Koush's site yet? I would give it a whirl but I'm a bit wary; I wouldn't want to mess with my working 6.0.1.0 touch unless I'm 100% positive this has no issues.
Thanks again.
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You're welcome. I wholeheartedly appreciate you visiting my thread.
To answer your questions- no, this version is nothing to be afraid of, and definitely not buggy. In fact, the first couple releases of 6.0.x.x were extremely buggy for many people, and 6.0.1.2 was were things seemed to get evened out. If you are still on 6.0.1.0, I would personally suggest updating to at least 6.0.1.2, as it is at least as stable as 6.0.1.0, while adding in a new feature or two. Most issues at the start of v6 releases were about people's backups being extremely slow, and it turned out to mainly be a conflict between Google Play Music and the way the data blob backup folders were executed/cleaned during backup. Google Play Music has a unique way of storing it's music, and it seemed to be responsible for terrible backup times and rebooting during backup(on some devices--never happened to me).
I was using 6.0.1.2 until a few days ago, and everything was always awesome. This version has backups in data blob format going considerably faster for me. It also has an adb-sideload option incorporated ( newest TWRP includes it too). These are the biggest differences, and there is nothing experimental to be wary of. I definitely understand any hesitation, and I think that it's better to be responsible/careful than to be sorry later. As for the exact reason why Koush hasn't put it on the website yet, I couldn't tell you for sure. He's always done releases this way, and if I had to guess, I'd say he waits for more "milestone" type releases to put a new official version up; which does cut down on the questions, help-requests, and other frantic stuff that new releases bring. 6.0.1.0 isn't the most polished or full-featured, but nothing is really wrong, and he probably just doesn't wanna cause a hype.
Again though, this is 100% safe to update to, and will just polish the experience up a bit. It only gets better, regardless of how significantly.
Let me know if you have any more questions. I'd be happy to help
Nick
myepicyear said:
You're welcome. I wholeheartedly appreciate you visiting my thread.
To answer your questions- no, this version is nothing to be afraid of, and definitely not buggy. In fact, the first couple releases of 6.0.x.x were extremely buggy for many people, and 6.0.1.2 was were things seemed to get evened out. If you are still on 6.0.1.0, I would personally suggest updating to at least 6.0.1.2, as it is at least as stable as 6.0.1.0, while adding in a new feature or two. Most issues at the start of v6 releases were about people's backups being extremely slow, and it turned out to mainly be a conflict between Google Play Music and the way the data blob backup folders were executed/cleaned during backup. Google Play Music has a unique way of storing it's music, and it seemed to be responsible for terrible backup times and rebooting during backup(on some devices--never happened to me).
I was using 6.0.1.2 until a few days ago, and everything was always awesome. This version has backups in data blob format going considerably faster for me. It also has an adb-sideload option incorporated ( newest TWRP includes it too). These are the biggest differences, and there is nothing experimental to be wary of. I definitely understand any hesitation, and I think that it's better to be responsible/careful than to be sorry later. As for the exact reason why Koush hasn't put it on the website yet, I couldn't tell you for sure. He's always done releases this way, and if I had to guess, I'd say he waits for more "milestone" type releases to put a new official version up; which does cut down on the questions, help-requests, and other frantic stuff that new releases bring. 6.0.1.0 isn't the most polished or full-featured, but nothing is really wrong, and he probably just doesn't wanna cause a hype.
Again though, this is 100% safe to update to, and will just polish the experience up a bit. It only gets better, regardless of how significantly.
Let me know if you have any more questions. I'd be happy to help
Nick
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Top notch response. Thanks...
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One question. How does the sideload thingy work? What's it all about?
Anytime
myepicyear said:
Anytime
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Noob question: how does one go about installing this over TWRP? I understand it's a .img file but I don't know what do.
crossen0 said:
Noob question: how does one go about installing this over TWRP? I understand it's a .img file but I don't know what do.
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The same way you installed twrp? Boot into fast boot mode and fastboot flash recovery name-of-recovery.img. Replace name of with the actual name of the image. Or you could download and install flash GUI and flash the image through the app.
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crossen0 said:
Noob question: how does one go about installing this over TWRP? I understand it's a .img file but I don't know what do.
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Though your question may be a bit noobish, it is an absolutely essential process to learn in the custom Android world, and for fear of looking stupid, many beginners skip asking and learning about this very amazing tool. So before I go any further, I'd like to compliment you on being confident enough to ask for help when you need it. It's an extremely important skill that many of us forget around here, as we all want to be seen as a "know-it-all" sometimes, severely inhibiting our abilities to advance. So yeah, just wanted to mention that, lol.
Now, the tool to do this is fastboot. Are you familiar with the concepts of adb and/or fastboot in any way?
Also, what computer operating system do you use?
myepicyear said:
Though your question may be a bit noobish, it is an absolutely essential process to learn in the custom Android world, and for fear of looking stupid, many beginners skip asking and learning about this very amazing tool. So before I go any further, I'd like to compliment you on being confident enough to ask for help when you need it. It's an extremely important skill that many of us forget around here, as we all want to be seen as a "know-it-all" sometimes, severely inhibiting our abilities to advance. So yeah, just wanted to mention that, lol.
Now, the tool to do this is fastboot. Are you familiar with the concepts of adb and/or fastboot in any way?
Also, what computer operating system do you use?
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I appreciate the help. I had not flashed a recovery in a while as I've been using TWRP since I bought the phone. I used the Toolkit to temporarily boot into CWM to flash the GSIII Launcher and theme since it doesn't play well with TWRP. I appreciate the quick response and willingness to help.
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I appreciate the help. I had not flashed a recovery in a while as I've been using TWRP since I bought the phone. I used the Toolkit to temporarily boot into CWM to flash the GSIII Launcher and theme since it doesn't play well with TWRP. I appreciate the quick response and willingness to help.
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Definitely try to learn fast boot man. The toolkits are cool, but a minor mistake can make using one a nightmare. If you learn fastboot, you will always be able to fix your device. Plus it is the proper and preferred method for flashing a recovery, radio, or bootloader. It is an invaluable tool for for flashing.
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I appreciate the help. I had not flashed a recovery in a while as I've been using TWRP since I bought the phone. I used the Toolkit to temporarily boot into CWM to flash the GSIII Launcher and theme since it doesn't play well with TWRP. I appreciate the quick response and willingness to help.
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I'm happy to be able to help man.
If you want a quick fix until I have some time to more time to explain fastboot thoroughly, I can do that for the moment.
The toolkit that mkskip has put together for everyone is very handy. It is basically like having all the essential tools, like fastboot, installed for you in their most lean form, without needing the whole android SDK installed. It also gives you a logical interface to interact with all that stuff. The toolkit installs all these tools within a folder on the root of your C drive. If you go to the root of your C drive, you'll see that folder, which is called 'Galaxy Nexus Toolkit'(or something). If go inside that directory, there's a folder called put imgs to flash here. There are several ways to do things in the toolkit folders, but basically, this is one folder you can insert imgs in to fastboot flash them.
Let me know if you're with me so far. I'm going by my memory of all this stuff because I don't use toolkits or Windows anymore. I can guide you through this, and during the process, hopefully broaden your understanding of fastboot at the same time. I'll need you to do some searching of your own during the process, or it wont make any sense at all, but I can definetly guide you through.
There's no need for the toolkit to flash a recovery.
Literally just CD to the folder the .img is in and run "fastboot flash recovery (whatever your recovery is named).img".
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There's no need for the toolkit to flash a recovery.
Literally just CD to the folder the .img is in and run "fastboot flash recovery (whatever your recovery is named).img".
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Dude, I'm not stupid. I'm trying to explain it in a way he is already familiar with.
Jesus.
Let me give you a little background.
Few days back, I rooted my phone. Then I used Titanium Backup to uninstall apps which I thought were not useful like LG TV, Email- should not have done that
Then the phone was somehow did not boot. I looked up internet and tried something- got worse: Emergency mode with yellow screen. Went ahead to a local phone repair shop and he exploited me well to hand me back the phone in working condition
NOW... the problem is camera does not work. It shows a black screen everytime I launch it. Going in Settings->Applications->Manage Applications->All , Camera shows 0 bytes !
Searching on internet I found that I should not have uninstalled the Email app.
Please share some ideas on how I can help myself here. Any help will be appreciated.
PS- I am using Ubuntu on my computer and Froyo.
Holy hell! I had the same problem a long time ago! (Except no uninstalling was involved) It forced my dad to buy me a new phone.
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wish I could dump mine too...
So far there has been no solutions
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Try installing a custom rom, like cyanogenmod
There are multiple ROMs for the LGOME and they have been behaving as any other ROM for any other phone.
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@op
download custom recovery then
boot you phone into fastboot by pressing vol up + call + power button then use
fastboot flash recovery /path/to/recovery.img
then
fasboot reboot
then download any custom rom that you want and flash that
it will solve your problem
ps: do a google search for more info on fastboot use
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@op
download custom recovery then
boot you phone into fastboot by pressing vol up + call + power button then use
fastboot flash recovery /path/to/recovery.img
then
fasboot reboot
then download any custom rom that you want and flash that
it will solve your problem
ps: do a google search for more info on fastboot use
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or if you cba to do that, look in my signature. does it all for you
antdking said:
or if you cba to do that, look in my signature. does it all for you
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ohh i yeah i forgot your toolkit by some funny things
Cleaned thread.
OP, I would advise, as you ask questions like the one you posted, verify the information posted before you attempt anything. If someone says that if you install a custom ROM on your device, it'll brick; go to the DEV threads, and check out other peoples experiences. You should also spend a ton of time researching before you start messing with your device. MOST of the big trouble people get into is not reading and asking enough questions. If you want to root, find out how to do it, AND how to fix it if it breaks, before you flash a custom ROM, find out how to do it AND how to get back to stock if you need to. The more you learn, the less the chances are that you'll end up in trouble
Just my 2¢
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OP, I would advise, as you ask questions like the one you posted, verify the information posted before you attempt anything. If someone says that if you install a custom ROM on your device, it'll brick; go to the DEV threads, and check out other peoples experiences. You should also spend a ton of time researching before you start messing with your device. MOST of the big trouble people get into is not reading and asking enough questions. If you want to root, find out how to do it, AND how to fix it if it breaks, before you flash a custom ROM, find out how to do it AND how to get back to stock if you need to. The more you learn, the less the chances are that you'll end up in trouble
Just my 2¢
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I think I did that mistake earlier. Read something about rooting and went straight ahead to brick the phone. I am hoping to have a clearer understanding of things this time. Since I am newbie, it will take effort. But this forum has so many experts and people are willing to contribute- I am sure I will learn a lot in the company of you guys.
I will dive in the DEV threads as you adviced. Thank you so much guys You are all my Santa Claus
Probable solution for the my camera problem?
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OP, I would advise, as you ask questions like the one you posted, verify the information posted before you attempt anything. If someone says that if you install a custom ROM on your device, it'll brick; go to the DEV threads, and check out other peoples experiences. You should also spend a ton of time researching before you start messing with your device. MOST of the big trouble people get into is not reading and asking enough questions. If you want to root, find out how to do it, AND how to fix it if it breaks, before you flash a custom ROM, find out how to do it AND how to get back to stock if you need to. The more you learn, the less the chances are that you'll end up in trouble
Just my 2¢
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If I use this thread, would it fix my camera ? I am not sure HOW should I install though, but of all the things I have read around here, it seems this might help. Please give your views whether I should go with this
If yes, could you please point me some link with detailed instructions ( the post assumes I know the HOW part ) ?
If you are using Froyo, give a try on it. Follow carefully the steps to how flash a ROM. If you already has an recovery, life is easier. If not, search on net about it =D
Any guides for Ubuntu 12.10
DarkRising said:
If you are using Froyo, give a try on it. Follow carefully the steps to how flash a ROM. If you already has an recovery, life is easier. If not, search on net about it =D
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Awesome ! The problem is I do not have access to any windows system and all the guides that are floating around seem to be for that OS. If you happen to know a guide for Ubuntu, kindly share it with me please...
tatsat said:
Awesome ! The problem is I do not have access to any windows system and all the guides that are floating around seem to be for that OS. If you happen to know a guide for Ubuntu, kindly share it with me please...
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did you installed recovery ? if not then use ubuntu version of antdking's toolkit or use fastboot
Tat, read my pm
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No recovery
PecanCM said:
did you installed recovery ? if not then use ubuntu version of antdking's toolkit or use fastboot
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To be honest, I was confused with people talking about Clockwork and Nandroid- and I was stupid enough to try not finding out So, No. There is no recovery but on the bright side, I will do that as the first thing from next time onwards