Hi everybody!
I changed my HTC Raider on custom ROM for a Galaxy s3. The original rom on Galaxy s3 has a lot of features like smart stay. But now I'm looking to install a custom ROM but I don't want to lose the stock nice features by installing a custom ROM. Can you tell me if I will lose these features on most custom ROM or not?
Second, does ROM 4.4 Kitkat ROM have those features?
Thanks guys!
Users need to take the time to read the roms and products in the development sections to see what features are available, reading and research is expected of users to make these determinations.
As XDA is not a support site, and as this thread could easily become a "best" rom thread, it is being closed.
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This is the wrong forum for that question.
This should be moved into Q&A.
Moved to Q and A....and closed as XDA is not a support site, and as "Best" is a subjective term, users are expected to head over to the development threads and try all of the wonderful products being offered. Flash them all, test them, and make this determination based on your desires, needs, and wants.
Many people have a similar situation where you are wondering if you should keep stock or install a custom ROM on relative's phone, who is not a technical person.
I am wondering if it is better to keep the latest stock Android 4.3 on the Nexus (European version) or if I should upgrade it to a very stable almost stock custom ROM?
I will only be able to provide "maintenance" every 2 months.
My main goal of installing a custom ROM would be to keep it updated with the latest security patches, not so much to have the latest version of android running.
Is it so bad to keep 4.3 running on a phone when its user doesn't really need 4.4 or higher feature?
As you said, custom roms are more updated on security patches. Another reason that custom rom is better, is the additttional features offering. I have installed on many friends of mine custom roms without having any issues. On the contrary, if they change smartphone, they are seeking for those features on their new phone. When they realize that those features were custom things, they disappointed. The most custom roms have less bugs than the official build.
I would definitely recommend to flash custom ROM to your Nexus.
Our phone is really good maintained by our developers, so you can choose from many custom ROMs.
They will provide you more performace, better battery life and some nice features, that stock ROM can't offer you.
My personal option is the CM11 with custom kernel (Fancy, Franco or any other).
Don't try Lollipop ROMs now, because they are still unstable and have some bugs.
I had the same questions. Now though, after actually using a custom ROM I can confidently say that custom ROMs are the way to go.
The Galaxy Nexus wouldn't be alive today if it wasn't for custom ROMs. They keep us updated to the latest android versions and not only that, but the features they add become essential to how you use your device.
And you're blessed to have a Galaxy Nexus. It's so easy to install custom ROMs on nexus devices.
Now that I've used them, I can't use my phone without them.
@leto78
I say go for it! Just make sure you evaluate the knowledge/needs of the end user first, and let that guide your choice.
Example 1 - you're looking for a ROM for a not-very-tech-savvy user, so you need it to be as stable and problem-free as possible. You'd probably be best served by a 4.4 ROM that's been out for a while and has a long development/history of improvement.
Example 2 - your end user is reasonably tech-savvy, knows their way around Android and knows about the different versions, and also knows not to freak out or call you yelling "you broke my phone!" if there is an issue. In this case, check the known issues/bug reports for the 5.0-based ROMs and pick one with the fewest "daily driver" related issues.
I agree with use of an aftermarket ROM just due to the frequent updates and security fixes the stock ROM isn't getting. All the aftermarket ROM's I've tried are solid for stability. If you want to stick with stock, I do recommend rooting it to address a couple bugs.
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Can soneone give me the ROM that's in the Title? Thanks alot
Is this a specific ROM you've seen before?
If not, there might be better options than what you ask. Reasons being: "Bloat" is completely subjective. What one person considers "bloat" another may consider a useful app. You may be better off starting from the stock 4.4.4. Sprint ROM, and debloating yourself. Or find a 4.4.4 custom ROM, and see if it fits your needs.
What is the best touchwiz rom at this moment for the canadian S3? I am on stock 4.4.2 rom and rooted.
After you referring to the aws version of the s3?
The best ROM would be the rom that meets your specific needs rather than another person's needs. It could take a lot of time to test each ROM's stability on your phone.