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this site is absolutely fantastic. it has been very informative and helped me alot. but, i feel like although it is packed with knowledge, it is not easy to find what your looking for. nor does it really explain what capabilities you have with rooting your device. i hate iphones, but the sites that i used when i had one were very user friendly. am i missing something? and my phone (lg optimus f6) doesnt even have its own section, and ive had to dig dig dig to find anything that is phone specific and got lucky and found a kitkat mini custom ROM on androidforums. but i feel like i dont have a easy time finding much on the xda forums for my phone, and CWM or any rom repository doesnt have my phone or support it. i do love this web forum, and if im missing something, please tell me so i can better navigate the site and learn more so i can move forward. never stop learning

c0yle_diesel said:
this site is absolutely fantastic. it has been very informative and helped me alot. but, i feel like although it is packed with knowledge, it is not easy to find what your looking for. nor does it really explain what capabilities you have with rooting your device. i hate iphones, but the sites that i used when i had one were very user friendly. am i missing something? and my phone (lg optimus f6) doesnt even have its own section, and ive had to dig dig dig to find anything that is phone specific and got lucky and found a kitkat mini custom ROM on androidforums. but i feel like i dont have a easy time finding much on the xda forums for my phone, and CWM or any rom repository doesnt have my phone or support it. i do love this web forum, and if im missing something, please tell me so i can better navigate the site and learn more so i can move forward. never stop learning
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Your device apparently doesn't have a large enough user base, here at XDA in any case, to warrant a separate thread. You aren't missing anything tho. Unfortunately, it is what it is.

I guess I feel like people are doing a lot more with there phones and I'd like to do more, but I'm lacking the knowledge of what I can do...done a few things and I'm super happy with it all...just kinda wanna do more.

@c0yle_diesel, if you ever can't find your way or need help locating something on XDA, the guys over in the XDA Assist forum are here to help. Just make a thread in the forum I linked with your question, and they will point you in the right direction.

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it's hard to find a help
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No it's not at all.

Lots of people here willing to help, it's just hard to find someone who has knowledge of your specific phone. It's not anything XDA members try, just not a lot of people have that device or know its specifics.
Do you know what would really help? Now that you found a ROM for your phone, create a specific thread, post about how to flash the files, any problems you had flashing it, etc. Then the next person who comes around with a LG Optimus F6 will be able to find information about it!

pros of having a known device always include a large developer/community support. cons of having a less known device of course is the other way around. but, this is xda .. its very impossible that there will only be 5 people who uses same device as you, you should be able to find ways on whatever things you wanted to. may not be rom/device specific.
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c0yle_diesel said:
I guess I feel like people are doing a lot more with there phones and I'd like to do more, but I'm lacking the knowledge of what I can do...done a few things and I'm super happy with it all...just kinda wanna do more.
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wanna do more?? there are tons of tutorials/guide , developer/communit support here. u should be able to find answers. may not be prompt all the time but for sure, there are always ways

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Idk if this is the right section, but my question is, I have the t-mobile tp2 and I was wondering if all the tweaks and other things on this site will work with my version of it. Also how to get cracked programs and games? I know on the Iphone you jailbrake it also how do I get the clock like everyone else has and the backgrounds?
fredg713 said:
Idk if this is the right section, but my question is, I have the t-mobile tp2 and I was wondering if all the tweaks and other things on this site will work with my version of it. Also how to get cracked programs and games? I know on the Iphone you jailbrake it also how do I get the clock like everyone else has and the backgrounds?
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Dude,
In answer to your question, yes the tweaks will work with your phone. What you need to do it spend some serious time reading. There is a lot on this site and it should take you a while just reading before you ever actually do anything. Unfortunately for you, most people will not tell you how to do it, you need to read up on it for yourself so that you learn how it is done. There is a seriously big difference between someone just showing you how to do it and you researching it on your own. To be honest, that is the best way to do it since you will also learn a lot more about what can be done just through reading the threads. Good luck, and happy reading.
Speed...
I've already read about 40 pages of things to do with the phone, if I was some hardcore enthusiast then yeah I would go that route, but unlike others I just want my phone to look nice and perform well and have stuff others dont have.
Welcome to forums,
Then just read this one:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=524655
Good luck and enjoy!

[Q] rom / root breakdown

Please excuse the question but I am a 4 month owner of a G2. Right before I bought the phone I startedlooking into the reviews for this phone which I ended up seeing things about modifying (rooting) the phone. I'm sorry to be asking aq question that may have been answered thousands of times but I do not want to act like I know what I'm talking about here. I'm in the construction business and use my phone for work and gradual personal use.
I am very intersted in modfying my phone to better suit me but I have no idea what each one of these different roots do. Are there any links out here that someone can guide me to in order to see the differences in these roots? I would like to know what each of them do in order to determine which root better suits me.
I appreciate any assistance you can offer out here. Thanks in advance.
davids_1718 said:
Please excuse the question but I am a 4 month owner of a G2. Right before I bought the phone I startedlooking into the reviews for this phone which I ended up seeing things about modifying (rooting) the phone. I'm sorry to be asking aq question that may have been answered thousands of times but I do not want to act like I know what I'm talking about here. I'm in the construction business and use my phone for work and gradual personal use.
I am very intersted in modfying my phone to better suit me but I have no idea what each one of these different roots do. Are there any links out here that someone can guide me to in order to see the differences in these roots? I would like to know what each of them do in order to determine which root better suits me.
I appreciate any assistance you can offer out here. Thanks in advance.
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As far as rooting your device, the guide in the wiki is the most failsafe: http://forum.xda-developers.com/wik...sion#Rooting_the_Vision_.28G2.2FDZ.29_and_DHD
As far as ROMs and modifications, here's the best jumping off point: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=916431
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I appreciate it, now hopefully this info is in english / lamens terms and I'll be able to pick n choose something out. I got say though HANDS DOWN TO ALL YOU GUYS/GIRLS OUT THERE THAT DEVELOP THESE THINGS. i WOULDNT BE ABLE TO DO ANYTHING IN THIS SCALE IF MY LIFE DEPENDED ON IT.
davids_1718 said:
I appreciate it, now hopefully this info is in english / lamens terms and I'll be able to pick n choose something out. I got say though HANDS DOWN TO ALL YOU GUYS/GIRLS OUT THERE THAT DEVELOP THESE THINGS. i WOULDNT BE ABLE TO DO ANYTHING IN THIS SCALE IF MY LIFE DEPENDED ON IT.
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The guide to rooting is fairly technical, but if you follow the steps (seriously, double check your typing before issuing commands), you'll be good to go. As far as the ROMs go, the list in the link I sent you is most of the more reputible ROMs and the links will take you to their threads which will detail the benefits, additions, etc. each ROM has.
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I'm sorry, but I'm a noob and I need help.

Hi there everyone, my name is Alex and I just got my first smartphone ever, an Samsung Galaxy S2 and I would be grateful if someone could help take it to another level. Root, optimize, enchance it's "power", so on and so forth. I will really appreciate all of your help. I just heard of you guys from a friend, and believe me when I say "I AM NOOB!!" I don't know anything about rooting/ unlocking/ jailbreak/ etc.
Please leave me a message.
With deep sympathy and respect,
Alex.
what version of the GS2 do you have?
there are different forums for some different variants here on XDA. Once you identify which version you have, you can go to that forum and sniff around. read as much as you can, and you'll figure everything out pretty easily
You should start by finding and posting at the CORRECT section. I'm very sure that all sections have their own guide on rooting and flashing.
Devices are kinda like cars... if it is your first.. spend some time exploring what it can do already before you get into making it do more. Then, when you know your way around a bit... dig in!
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rustyshack3 said:
Devices are kinda like cars... if it is your first.. spend some time exploring what it can do already before you get into making it do more. Then, when you know your way around a bit... dig in!
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Very well said my friend
If this is your very first Android phone (nice choice by the way!), you'll want to spend at least some time familiarising yourself with Android and its workings before plunging into anything here. Some of the stuff available here for the GS2 is incredible, but it can also land you in a lot of hot water if you don't understand what you are doing before you try things.
Take your time and enjoy it 'stock' for a while. Learn what rooting is/does, pick a couple of 'favourite' custom ROMs, and read through their threads (entirely) before doing anything. This will give you a good awareness of what to expect as far as bugs and hiccups are concerned, and how others have got around them or fixed them.
This is a fantastic community, full of fantastic Development. Make sure you stick to the rules, post in the right places, and if in doubt... read!
Enjoy, and welcome to XDA

[Q]any tutorial vids?

Has anyone found any tutorial videos on how to root, install custom recovery(TWRP looks tough to be entirely honest) and custom roms?
It always boosts my confidence to see someone successfully installing custom things.
Also I have never used LG products and have no idea how to do basic things such as getting in recovery etc. I have experience with samsung phones but nothing other than this:/ Would anyone be kind enough to redirect me or make some tutorial videos:$?
Kind regards
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b3ava said:
Has anyone found any tutorial videos on how to root, install custom recovery(TWRP looks tough to be entirely honest) and custom roms?
It always boosts my confidence to see someone successfully installing custom things.
Also I have never used LG products and have no idea how to do basic things such as getting in recovery etc. I have experience with samsung phones but nothing other than this:/ Would anyone be kind enough to redirect me or make some tutorial videos:$?
Kind regards
Also if you are interested please show your support to this topic
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There are highly detailed and step-by-step guides on how to do it on the board. You know they work by people saying that it did and the lack of threads freaking out that their device is thrashed. Please be thankful for what you've got and just read what we put together.
b3ava said:
Has anyone found any tutorial videos on how to root, install custom recovery(TWRP looks tough to be entirely honest) and custom roms?
It always boosts my confidence to see someone successfully installing custom things.
Also I have never used LG products and have no idea how to do basic things such as getting in recovery etc. I have experience with samsung phones but nothing other than this:/ Would anyone be kind enough to redirect me or make some tutorial videos:$?
Kind regards
Also if you are interested please show your support to this topic
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i mean i rooted it and installed CM on it in a car 10 minutes after I bought it so i mean, confidence should be boosted
mustbepbs said:
There are highly detailed and step-by-step guides on how to do it on the board. You know they work by people saying that it did and the lack of threads freaking out that their device is thrashed. Please be thankful for what you've got and just read what we put together.
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Wow. I do not understand your negativity, this would only help newer users like me and keep people like you having less to critisize. As for the detailed guides which you mention either I have not stumbled across them(in which case you could point out but you dont seem to want to help from your initial responce) or we have a different understanding of detailed step by step guides.
Either way if you do not want to help I suggest not responding and being thankful that you have the option to cary on with your schedule, reading what you feel is more important.
Thank you for stopping by and pointing out your opinion
thoughtlesskyle said:
i mean i rooted it and installed CM on it in a car 10 minutes after I bought it so i mean, confidence should be boosted
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Can you point me out to your reading resources? I looked in the sections having a difficult time understanding how to install twrp recovery and later on how to get in recovery(button combo)
b3ava said:
Can you point me out to your reading resources? I looked in the sections having a difficult time understanding how to install twrp recovery and later on how to get in recovery(button combo)
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As far as resources it mainly comes from doing this a bunch and reading the thread, the way I did it was different than the twrp thread in a couple ways, I'll explain in a bit
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thoughtlesskyle said:
As far as resources it mainly comes from doing this a bunch and reading the thread, the way I did it was different than the twrp thread in a couple ways, I'll explain in a bit
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Thanks in advance
b3ava said:
Wow. I do not understand your negativity, this would only help newer users like me and keep people like you having less to critisize. As for the detailed guides which you mention either I have not stumbled across them(in which case you could point out but you dont seem to want to help from your initial responce) or we have a different understanding of detailed step by step guides.
Either way if you do not want to help I suggest not responding and being thankful that you have the option to cary on with your schedule, reading what you feel is more important.
Thank you for stopping by and pointing out your opinion
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Just do research instead of asking others to provide you with videos. If you learn it yourself and learn the ins and outs, it'll benefit you greatly when something inevitably goes wrong and you can figure it out yourself instead of relying heavily on others. As you move step by step in the guides, if something doesn't make sense to you, just Google it. It's not hard when you get used to doing it. Not trying to be mean or rude, but if you don't want to help yourself, we can't help you.
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Just do research instead of asking others to provide you with videos. If you learn it yourself and learn the ins and outs, it'll benefit you greatly when something inevitably goes wrong and you can figure it out yourself instead of relying heavily on others. As you move step by step in the guides, if something doesn't make sense to you, just Google it. It's not hard when you get used to doing it. Not trying to be mean or rude, but if you don't want to help yourself, we can't help you.
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i will give him one thing though there is a pretty vital command missing in the twrp thread to get it to execute, or at least from how I did it on every other device
here is a link to a video on how to access recovery via the 3 button method.
I recorded it with my phone so I am sorry/not sorry about the quality but it gets the job done.
also i can relate with you on wanting to see it visually, even as somebody who knows what they are doing, especially things involving button combo's I have a harder time reading than if i just saw a 30 second video on how to do it.
http://youtu.be/uo3YfszOPsQ
as for the recovery flash that's a little more involved and i already have my device rooted so if i did it, it would be from CM, and i'm not entirely sure if that would cause a problem (i don't think so though because loki is cool like that)
mustbepbs said:
Just do research instead of asking others to provide you with videos. If you learn it yourself and learn the ins and outs, it'll benefit you greatly when something inevitably goes wrong and you can figure it out yourself instead of relying heavily on others. As you move step by step in the guides, if something doesn't make sense to you, just Google it. It's not hard when you get used to doing it. Not trying to be mean or rude, but if you don't want to help yourself, we can't help you.
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Dude get over it you seem to have far too much time on your hands.
I didnt ask for anyone to make videos i asked if anyone knew of any videos. Since you didnt want to help or still dont get off the bloody topic. There is no point of doing what you did. If you wonna be arrogant im sure you have friends and family for that. Im fed up with your negativity. If you didnt want to be rude you could of just said im sorry i dont like sharing or helping noobs and moved on.
Thank you for annoying me 2day I wish you well. And when you get stuck on something and require other peoples help on a FORUM They all redirect you to google so you understand what a joke your responce is.
Ps didnt mean to be rude. But if you didnt know the meaning of a forum now you do.
thoughtlesskyle said:
here is a link to a video on how to access recovery via the 3 button method.
I recorded it with my phone so I am sorry/not sorry about the quality but it gets the job done.
also i can relate with you on wanting to see it visually, even as somebody who knows what they are doing, especially things involving button combo's I have a harder time reading than if i just saw a 30 second video on how to do it.
http://youtu.be/uo3YfszOPsQ
as for the recovery flash that's a little more involved and i already have my device rooted so if i did it, it would be from CM, and i'm not entirely sure if that would cause a problem (i don't think so though because loki is cool like that)
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I will repeat again.i did not ask for anyone to go out of their way and make videos i asked if anyone found videos. That by no means says i am not greatful for the small and perfect video you made. Rooting seems to be very easy its the recovery that I am having doubts about cause it seems to be a lengthy procedure. And requires what seems to be a ton of commands

does this site still allow questions/threads/discussions about pocketpcs?

i know 2008 was 13 years ago and no website stays the same forever, but i know y'all used to be all about that kinda stuff back in the day, and considering how inactive other handheld computer/pocketpc communities are these days i figured i'd try my luck here.
so yeah. does this site allow questions about palmtops/handheld pcs/WinMo devices? and if so where would i post em?
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i know 2008 was 13 years ago and no website stays the same forever, but i know y'all used to be all about that kinda stuff back in the day, and considering how inactive other handheld computer/pocketpc communities are these days i figured i'd try my luck here.
so yeah. does this site allow questions about palmtops/handheld pcs/WinMo devices? and if so where would i post em?
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Hello and welcome to this forum, indeed we have the "old" device sections where you're looking for:
Legacy & Low Activity Devices
forum.xda-developers.com
You'll find lot's of former devices with Windows Mobile etc.
Neewer ones are listed here for example: https://forum.xda-developers.com/all-forums-by-manufacturer
Otherwise just type the desired device within the search box on top of the website
thanks :>
oh... im afraid none of those subforums apply to this particular situation. you see, im not talking about a phone. im talking about a PDA (specifically, an HP iPAQ). no cellular technology in here except *maybe* the wifi but that doesnt really count. if i missed something pls let me know, cuz i really need help with this relatively obscure issue :/
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oh... im afraid none of those subforums apply to this particular situation. you see, im not talking about a phone. im talking about a PDA (specifically, an HP iPAQ). no cellular technology in here except *maybe* the wifi but that doesnt really count. if i missed something pls let me know, cuz i really need help with this relatively obscure issue :/
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You can always try you rluck and post on "General", maybe start something...
Like Make a thread called [DEVICE][PDA]HP iPAQ Development Thread and try to see if people come here. Your OP could be a place were you centralize all of the good input, links, development prospect about the device.
If you managed to develop something or have already some knowledge with that device feel free to share it within the thread. It may take time but once you gather a community around the device things starts to get interesting.
Of course it won't blow up instantly, patience is key !
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oh... im afraid none of those subforums apply to this particular situation. you see, im not talking about a phone. im talking about a PDA (specifically, an HP iPAQ). no cellular technology in here except *maybe* the wifi but that doesnt really count. if i missed something pls let me know, cuz i really need help with this relatively obscure issue :/
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There are HP IPAQ threads available(example), just use the search function

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