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while cm7 and other AOSP roms can, either directly, in display brightness settings, or through apps (screen filter, Moon + reader etc)? The same apps don't work with the softkeys in sense.
Am currently on cm7, mainly because of the darn softkeys blinding me while reading or watching vids.
And is there a camera app for cm7 that does auto focus, like the HTC camera app? And how about internet pass-through?
It seems I need a combination of both types of Roms!
Have you tried the Miui Camera? I was using it with CM7. It's pretty nice, has Autofocus as well as Antishake.
It can be installed as a system app and replace the stock camera (rename the apk to camera, and place in the system app folder and change the permissions. or just install as a stand alone app. I chose to replace my stock camera.
If you have any issues, let me know.
Thanks!
I'll give this app a try!
Mine must be broken because they are hardly blinding.
shoman24v said:
Mine must be broken because they are hardly blinding.
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Must be!
I'm talking about reading with very low screen brightness at night.
PacerguyDon said:
Have you tried the Miui Camera? I was using it with CM7. It's pretty nice, has Autofocus as well as Antishake.
It can be installed as a system app and replace the stock camera (rename the apk to camera, and place in the system app folder and change the permissions. or just install as a stand alone app. I chose to replace my stock camera.
If you have any issues, let me know.
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I just installed it! First time I had a chance to use the barcode scanner.
Nice app! Is there a way to zoom in using video? And can I use the front camera with it? I haven't found an option for that, so far.
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I just installed it! First time I had a chance to use the barcode scanner.
Nice app! Is there a way to zoom in using video? And can I use the front camera with it? I haven't found an option for that, so far.
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I don't know of any way to zoom on the video.
I have the front facing camera option on the left hand side of the screen near the top. It has a camera with arrows around it. I'm not sure if it is on the version I linked though. I've switched back to the Miui rom and using the lastest version 1.9.9 which has the front facing camera option (works for both camera and video)... I can try and pull the apk and see what happens if I flash it to CM7 later...
Thanks! I would appreciate this very much!
PS: I'm still hoping someone can explain why there is no control over the softkey lights in sense roms.
For example, screen filter and Moon + reader can both turn them off using AOSP roms, but the same apps cannot in Sense roms.
Is this something that is easy to add and nobody else wants this function, or is there something in the sense roms making it hard to incorporate?
Tried flashing the camera from the latest Miui build (1.9.9) in CM 7... no luck, just force closes.
I'm sure there may be someone out there that knows what needs to be modded to make it work. I wish I did...
I'll enclose the apk if anyone wants to try to mess with it.
Thanks a million for trying, Don!
No problem. Good luck on the backlighting.
I enjoy being able to kill mine when reading books. It's a nice feature to have. Crazy that on the sense based roms that dimming the display doesn't effect the soft key back lighting like it does on the Aosp roms Crazy..
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Is there a way to zoom in using video? And can I use the front camera with it? I haven't found an option for that, so far.
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PacerguyDon said:
Tried flashing the camera from the latest Miui build (1.9.9) in CM 7... no luck, just force closes.
I'm sure there may be someone out there that knows what needs to be modded to make it work.
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The Fixed2 version doesn't have FFC support. There is also a TEST1 version which has enabled the FFC for some. The link in my signature will take you to the post about Fixed2 but it also links to TEST1. I'm currently working on the version from 1.9.2 so if you want to try it out, PM and I'll give you the download link. The only reason I'm not just posting for everybody right now is so people on various devices/roms give feedback about what needs fixed and tweaked.
As far as why we can't take the app right from MIUI and have it work is because it's dependent on pieces of the MIUI framework. Basically, to make it work the apk needs to be decoded and have some of the framework added to it. Would be a lot easier if MIUI was open source.
I tried several ICS roms just find that none of them support the Half press to focus, maybe those roms are ported from other devices that doesn't have a camera button?
I didn't find anybody asking for this, but shouldn't hard to modify, isn't it ?
EDIT:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1532742
Enhanced Keymaps mod fixed this.
The devs don't have the camera driver yet, similar devices also don't have official ICS so there's nothing we can do about it.
Heck, just a few weeks ago the camera doesn't even work.
So... it's actually hard to modify, and you should rely on auto focus for the mean time.
Well this actually fix by the SuperCharge mod.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1532742
** 04/08 - Update! ** Updated Enhanced Keymaps to fix Camera Button focus issue (would not focus when pressed half down) in Beta 2.
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It's true that the camera driver still not native in DZ, but half press to focus is just a key event to map in the system.
Our new member ktxda1988 posted a workaround for video recording in ICS
Here what he posted:
"Most people found the video recording not working, i am one of them. But i found a trick to make it works, would you guys please try if it works for you. This symptom may help the developer to fix the problem.
1. Switch to video
2. The preview quality is bad
3. Settings, toggle the power shutter
4. The preview will become much clear
5. Recording is ok now
But next time you go to step 1, preview is bad again, just go through step 2-4. It works again!
If you guys can confirm it, it means the video function is basically ok, just some minor problem and i think it can help epsylon to fix it.
My phone is, defy red lens, 20120406 build, froyo."
reserved.
WTF?
Why a new thread?
Video rec is working properly for all red lens devices in 0604...
Only if you had few nightly's in which video rec didn't work.
coneidus said:
Our new member ktxda1988 posted a workaround for video recording in ICS
Here what he posted:
"Most people found the video recording not working, i am one of them. But i found a trick to make it works, would you guys please try if it works for you. This symptom may help the developer to fix the problem.
1. Switch to video
2. The preview quality is bad
3. Settings, toggle the power shutter
4. The preview will become much clear
5. Recording is ok now
But next time you go to step 1, preview is bad again, just go through step 2-4. It works again!
If you guys can confirm it, it means the video function is basically ok, just some minor problem and i think it can help epsylon to fix it.
My phone is, defy red lens, 20120406 build, froyo."
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Thanks, it worked for me - Quarx 04132012 Defy+ build. It didn't work before that even after wiping camera's data.
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WTF?
Why a new thread?
Video rec is working properly for all red lens devices in 0604...
Only if you had few nightly's in which video rec didn't work.
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Does this bother you, that somebody's posting a solution to a very common ICS bug? I find his thread very helpful and will even report it to a Mod to add to the sticky ones.
The report button is for posts that violate forum rules.
another workaround
First of all thx agai ktxda1988, I still owe you for that one
Second - since after just a few times of doing this my camcorder died for good (now i get the error as soon as i switch to the camcorder)
I had to try something else.
So I downloaded a few video recording apps.
The only one that worked for me was "lgcamera". I'm using it for now, but it works kinda slowly (like 10 seconds just to load...)
I believe that if one app is working, others should too, so keep trying!
so far not working apps: ancorder, ics camera, looxciecam.
let us know if anything works for you!
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WTF?
Why a new thread?
Video rec is working properly for all red lens devices in 0604...
Only if you had few nightly's in which video rec didn't work.
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Yes, your phone may work. But many many people do not. So, don't be too self centered. I come to post hints for further development, not for arguing.
Working
I´ve tested on my defy too...
I was not using ICS/CM9 i flashed it a couple minutes ago. At the very first time it doesn´t worked, but it´s fine from the second try and on.
I hope some of our developers can go further on this and finally fix it
(i hope you can understand my bad english)
Hi there,
I'm having some issues with my front facing camera and recording. I am running CM10.1 (RC5) on my SGH-T999 and for some reason, every THIRD recording from my front facing camera freezes my phone and forces a reboot.
This is very irritating when using apps like Snapchat or the new Instagram video feature. The Instagram feature especially, because it is a "tap and hold to record," and on the third tap/release it forces a reboot on my phone.
My friend seems to have this issue as well on his Verizon S3 (running CM10). However, I've tried to Google a solution for months now but have yet to find a working one. I just recently decided I wanted to fix this problem because the new Instagram feature isn't quite as fun with this issue.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! This is also my first thread on the subject so if I am missing any vital information that could be helpful, please inform me!
EDIT: I should add that the camera works fine when on stock ROM. However, I've really grown attached to CM10.1 and am hoping I can fix it without reverting.
vellicant said:
Hi there,
I'm having some issues with my front facing camera and recording. I am running CM10.1 (RC5) on my SGH-T999 and for some reason, every THIRD recording from my front facing camera freezes my phone and forces a reboot.
This is very irritating when using apps like Snapchat or the new Instagram video feature. The Instagram feature especially, because it is a "tap and hold to record," and on the third tap/release it forces a reboot on my phone.
My friend seems to have this issue as well on his Verizon S3 (running CM10). However, I've tried to Google a solution for months now but have yet to find a working one. I just recently decided I wanted to fix this problem because the new Instagram feature isn't quite as fun with this issue.
Any help would be greatly appreciated! This is also my first thread on the subject so if I am missing any vital information that could be helpful, please inform me!
EDIT: I should add that the camera works fine when on stock ROM. However, I've really grown attached to CM10.1 and am hoping I can fix it without reverting.
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The problem isnt the camera or the ROM, its the app. The new update for Instagram freeze everyone cameras. But strangely you added Snapchat, this app running fine on CM10.1 4.2.2 for me. Have you tried to uninstall the camera and flash an other one ? Go see this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1966426
kruse1944 said:
The problem isnt the camera or the ROM, its the app. The new update for Instagram freeze everyone cameras. But strangely you added Snapchat, this app running fine on CM10.1 4.2.2 for me. Have you tried to uninstall the camera and flash an other one ? Go see this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1966426
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I will try update now!
It is any app involving the camera, even the camera app itself. I can record perfectly fine for the first two recordings, but when I try to save the third recording via any app (Snapchat, Instagram, basic camera app) it forces a reboot.
For example, on first recording I can record a 30 second clip; on the second, I can record a 3 minute clip. However, for the third, no matter how long the duration of the previous recordings, it will always crash.
This is only on the front-facing camera, though.
Again, I'll go ahead and try the link you sent me and come back with updates; thanks!
It's been happening forever. Just like when you go into the language & input area, and do something, press back, force close. Every time.
Honestly, the CM camera is pretty lacking (all of the CM apps are). If it's an issue for you, there are other ones on the market. Oh wait... no there isn't. Plenty of camera apps, no video apps.
Aerowinder said:
It's been happening forever. Just like when you go into the language & input area, and do something, press back, force close. Every time.
Honestly, the CM camera is pretty lacking (all of the CM apps are). If it's an issue for you, there are other ones on the market. Oh wait... no there isn't. Plenty of camera apps, no video apps.
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Aw man, so there's no fix to this? Would you be able to recommend any other custom ROMs similar to CM that have a working front-facing camera? I know it is a rather juvenile reason to switch ROMs, but all my friends are doing front-faced recordings via Instagram and Snapchat and I'd love to join the fun.
kruse1944 said:
The problem isnt the camera or the ROM, its the app. The new update for Instagram freeze everyone cameras. But strangely you added Snapchat, this app running fine on CM10.1 4.2.2 for me. Have you tried to uninstall the camera and flash an other one ? Go see this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1966426
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This app did not work for me, it still crashes upon third record, unfortunately.
vellicant said:
Aw man, so there's no fix to this? Would you be able to recommend any other custom ROMs similar to CM that have a working front-facing camera? I know it is a rather juvenile reason to switch ROMs, but all my friends are doing front-faced recordings via Instagram and Snapchat and I'd love to join the fun.
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I don't think it's a juvenile reason at all. Actually, I think it's pretty incredible that it hasn't been fixed yet. The camera is arguably the second most important part of the phone. I'm sure it will be fixed in time, but it's just a reminder that we are nowhere near 10.1 stable yet. They may think so, but I beg to differ. I'm reminded of when 10.1 was brand new. Phone calls wouldn't work half of the time. Some people are still having occasional issues (me included).
Unfortunately for you, most AOSP ROMs are based on the CM code. Looks like it's either live with it, or use a TW ROM.
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I don't think it's a juvenile reason at all. Actually, I think it's pretty incredible that it hasn't been fixed yet. The camera is arguably the second most important part of the phone. I'm sure it will be fixed in time, but it's just a reminder that we are nowhere near 10.1 stable yet. They may think so, but I beg to differ. I'm reminded of when 10.1 was brand new. Phone calls wouldn't work half of the time. Some people are still having occasional issues (me included).
Unfortunately for you, most AOSP ROMs are based on the CM code. Looks like it's either live with it, or use a TW ROM.
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That's a shame... I am surprised I was unable to find any information about this before posting my own thread if it's such a widespread issue!
Do you have any suggestions on TW ROMs? I realize I should probably look myself but you seem to be quite knowledgeable. :good:
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That's a shame... I am surprised I was unable to find any information about this before posting my own thread if it's such a widespread issue!
Do you have any suggestions on TW ROMs? I realize I should probably look myself but you seem to be quite knowledgeable. :good:
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I used Wicked for a time, but the I think the dev is cheating on us with other devices
Had just commented on this in the cm thread... Damn that sucks. Having the same issues. My main camera can capture pictures in a third party app but as soon as I switch to ffc I crash into a hard reboot. Don't know if that transfers over to skype but man that's a bummer. I know that Google hangouts uses the native cm camera so that works but instagram, fb, and even snapchat sometimes (at least for me) will frag some times.
I missed you aero! Haven't seen you over in cm land but then, as you posted earlier, you got off the nightly train for a while. Miss your knowledge and expertise
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I have exactly the same problem.
I tested with the latest stable and Nightly.
jojo2569 said:
I have exactly the same problem.
I tested with the latest stable and Nightly.
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You really should post in the Rom's thread rather than necroing a Q&A
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You really should post in the Rom's thread rather than necroing a Q&A
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New members (those with fewer than 10 posts) are not permitted to post to development-related forums.
The problem occurs on all Rom except those based on TouchWiz.
Every third recording with front facing camera on any apps freezes the phone and forces a reboot.
It is strange that almost nobody talks about this problem.
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New members (those with fewer than 10 posts) are not permitted to post to development-related forums.
The problem occurs on all Rom except those based on TouchWiz.
Every third recording with front facing camera on any apps freezes the phone and forces a reboot.
It is strange that almost nobody talks about this problem.
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Oh Shoot. My bad. I keep forgetting it all the time.
Are you using the Social Media apps to do the video Recording ? If yes, can you follow the bellow steps ?
1. Wipe Data for all the social apps you can possibly use to do Video Record.
2. Go to Recovery, wipe Dalvik + Cache Reboot.
3. Do not open any of the social Media app.Use the regular Camera app. Do the 3 video recordings and report back.
jojo2569 said:
New members (those with fewer than 10 posts) are not permitted to post to development-related forums.
The problem occurs on all Rom except those based on TouchWiz.
Every third recording with front facing camera on any apps freezes the phone and forces a reboot.
It is strange that almost nobody talks about this problem.
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Seeing as this thread came back alive, does this also matter with audio recording? Using viber and what's app you can make wifi calls and leave voice sms respectively, but every time I try to do so the audio sounds like I'm 10 underwater with Optimus prime talking
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rage913 said:
Seeing as this thread came back alive, does this also matter with audio recording? Using viber and what's app you can make wifi calls and leave voice sms respectively, but every time I try to do so the audio sounds like I'm 10 underwater with Optimus prime talking
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Try another Kernel and wipe Dalvik + Cache after flash
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Try another Kernel and wipe Dalvik + Cache after flash
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Will do captain. I'll report back. Flashed kt747 for liquidsmooth but I don't remember if I wiped again after. Definitely before but can't remember after.
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rage913 said:
Will do captain. I'll report back. Flashed kt747 for liquidsmooth but I don't remember if I wiped again after. Definitely before but can't remember after.
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If that doesn't work, try another Rom.
I also have this problem... Each time I record 3 times with the front facing camera using the default camera app or any other app (like snapchat), on the third try my phone crashes and reboots... Using GS3 CM10.2
I too am having this problem on CM-based ROMs. Every third recording with the ffc my phone crashes and reboots itself. Bummer it has to do with CM based ROMs.
Yomaster91 said:
I too am having this problem on CM-based ROMs. Every third recording with the ffc my phone crashes and reboots itself. Bummer it has to do with CM based ROMs.
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So there still hasn't been a fix for this /.\ I use snap chat and IG all the time but can't cause the camera just reboots ;/ only on front tho
CM 12.1, the camera works inproperly. (in any camera app)
1. In video mode its constantly focusing, wich would be a good thing, but in this case its overfocusing in every second. (youtube.com/watch?v=om1RNxxJtJk)
2. Auto brightness is going crazy, and wont let you to take a single photo. (youtube.com/watch?v=2M2VjsGDAZI)
Is anybody have this problem?
Is it solvable?
insetta said:
CM 12.1, the camera works inproperly. (in any camera app)
1. In video mode its constantly focusing, wich would be a good thing, but in this case its overfocusing in every second. (youtube.com/watch?v=om1RNxxJtJk)
2. Auto brightness is going crazy, and wont let you to take a single photo. (youtube.com/watch?v=2M2VjsGDAZI)
Is anybody have this problem?
Is it solvable?
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1. It's likely that you using camera app that forces continuous autofocus. And as far as I get continuous autofocus tries to refocus on each phone shake. So, try to record a video with less handshake and it shoud be fine.
2. Yeah, I experience that bug too.
+1
i m facing the exact same problem. any solution ???????
or i have to go back to miui.
vai0 said:
+1
i m facing the exact same problem. any solution ???????
or i have to go back to miui.
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Try redmextreme ROM no camera issues and best gaming experience. Decent battery backup
vai0 said:
+1
i m facing the exact same problem. any solution ???????
or i have to go back to miui.
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I think all the lollipop roms have this problem. CM11 by armani is stable and does not have this issue.
I wouldnt have installed cm12.1 if they have mentioned this in OP. they dont list this as bug. they only mention HDR issue.
vai0 said:
I wouldnt have installed cm12.1 if they have mentioned this in OP. they dont list this as bug. they only mention HDR issue.
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It doesn't happen all the time, I think. I'm not sure if it is caused by heat.
Another bug is that wifi will not stay awake when screen is off/sleep mode. Wifi will only come back on when the user wakes the phone.
Yeahhhh Guys !!! That bug is nasty...... dev's Get it corrected plzzzzz on the upcoming update!!:good: