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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:
vellicant said:
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
Perseus71 said:
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.
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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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.
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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
Perseus71 said:
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
Hi, I'm having a bit of a problem using my phone as a dashcam when driving. I've tried a couple of apps thoroughly which makes me think the problem is a hardware issue, not the apps.
Basically, I want to use a fairly high resolution with the sound off (both apps have this feature) but that causes the camera to pause for 1-2 seconds every few seconds. Turning the sound on fixes it, but that's not ideal. At really low resolutions it works okay, but the quality is quite poor.
Are there any apps/tweaks etc that can improve this do you think? Has anyone got the Ace working well as a dashcam? THanks for any help, I've spent ages trying different settings etc.
U tried LenovoSuperCamera? It has lot of options and it makes quite nice shots. The only problem is in video-recording cuz its only recording in 720p, if its ok for u then give it a try. I'll send u a link if ill find it. (there is a special modded version on xda)
artur1131 said:
U tried LenovoSuperCamera? It has lot of options and it makes quite nice shots. The only problem is in video-recording cuz its only recording in 720p, if its ok for u then give it a try. I'll send u a link if ill find it. (there is a special modded version on xda)
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Thanks, I'll take a look. Is it just the first result on XDA when you Google it? Says it's for S4, but it works on Ace 2? Or is there another version?
edithswanneck said:
Thanks, I'll take a look. Is it just the first result on XDA when you Google it? Says it's for S4, but it works on Ace 2? Or is there another version?
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Im using this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2655322 and it works
artur1131 said:
Im using this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2655322 and it works
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I'll take a look, thanks. Sounds good. Will this affect other apps using the camera? For example, will a dashcam app use Lenovo or will it just use the actual hardware?
Ask in the lenovo thread. All what i know about this app is that im using it and it works good.
artur1131 said:
Ask in the lenovo thread. All what i know about this app is that im using it and it works good.
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Cool, thanks for your help.
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.
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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:
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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:
I can only add either of them in build.prop to support front camera when camera2api is enabled. I don't know syntax to add both of them at the same time.
Please help me.
I tried "camera.hal1.packagelist=com.whatsapp, com.instagram.android" which is horribly wrong, I know.
Dhaval.Savalia said:
I can only add either of them in build.prop to support front camera when camera2api is enabled. I don't know syntax to add both of them at the same time.
Please help me.
I tried "camera.hal1.packagelist=com.whatsapp, com.instagram.android" which is horribly wrong, I know.
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camera.hal1.packagelist=com.whatsapp, com.instagram.android
add this in build.prop and reboot
But if you are on and Android Pie On PE! it may not work correctly
Manav10799 said:
camera.hal1.packagelist=com.whatsapp, com.instagram.android
add this in build.prop and reboot
But if you are on and Android Pie On PE! it may not work correctly
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Thanks man. It worked. But I am still confused about the first time. I did the same thing and it didn't work.
Anyways thanks a lot.
Dhaval.Savalia said:
Thanks man. It worked. But I am still confused about the first time. I did the same thing and it didn't work.
Anyways thanks a lot.
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You are on Android Pie or oreo and which rom?
Manav10799 said:
You are on Android Pie or oreo and which rom?
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RR 6.2.0 Oreo
What does this do? If you don't mind me asking?
intelliGentxx said:
What does this do? If you don't mind me asking?
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fixes lags during video calls and posting videos, i think.
m666p said:
fixes lags during video calls and posting videos, i think.
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Ohh... Can I edit the build.prop on MIUI 10 or is it just on AOSP roms?
intelliGentxx said:
Ohh... Can I edit the build.prop on MIUI 10 or is it just on AOSP roms?
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You could, if you enabled camera2api and are facing the lag issue.
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You could, if you enabled camera2api and are facing the lag issue.
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No Im facing the lag issue while I upload Instagram stories the video quality is **** and its like 3-4 fps, but that doesn't seem to happen in the AOSP, just in MIUI based roms.
intelliGentxx said:
No Im facing the lag issue while I upload Instagram stories the video quality is **** and its like 3-4 fps, but that doesn't seem to happen in the AOSP, just in MIUI based roms.
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Yup, give it a shot...
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Yup, give it a shot...
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I will tonight for sure... Thank you very much for you replies, you are much appreciated.
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No Im facing the lag issue while I upload Instagram stories the video quality is **** and its like 3-4 fps, but that doesn't seem to happen in the AOSP, just in MIUI based roms.
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Yes You can edit this too in MiUI based roms but you have too root your device first
I'm on Pixel Experience rom. What do I do about this lagging problem?
Mahadi14 said:
I'm on Pixel Experience rom. What do I do about this lagging problem?
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do you have lag for the UI (in menus, launcher etc.) or in recording or video?
intelliGentxx said:
do you have lag for the UI (in menus, launcher etc.) or in recording or video?
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The lag occurs when I video call someone.
intelliGentxx said:
No Im facing the lag issue while I upload Instagram stories the video quality is **** and its like 3-4 fps, but that doesn't seem to happen in the AOSP, just in MIUI based roms.
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Try WhatsApp plus! You can change the video quality and a lot of stuff. Even hide secret messages or groups from your wife or girlfriend ?
https://www.official-plus.com/download-whatsapp-plus/
sauliiin said:
Try WhatsApp plus! You can change the video quality and a lot of stuff. Even hide secret messages or groups from your wife or girlfriend
https://www.official-plus.com/download-whatsapp-plus/
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I use instagram pretty much all the time and it is very frustrating to see that you can't upload a decend video... I wonder if it's a kernel issue?
Manav10799 said:
camera.hal1.packagelist=com.whatsapp, com.instagram.android
add this in build.prop and reboot
But if you are on and Android Pie On PE! it may not work correctly
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Not working. Using Le 2(s2) android pie PE. I think that this thread should be for all phones, not specifically whyred
I tried this on s7 edge but used
"vendor. camera. hal1. packagelist=com.whatsapp"
But WhatsApp hangs when I try to change camera to rear cam or end call
This is my first time making a module, so it's probably held together with tape compared to other modules made by competent people.
A simple module, just installs OPCam and needed dependencies. I've only tested this on the Derp A12 ROM, and it works fine.
Macro mode doesn't show up, I've no idea why, if you do, let me know and I'll update it.
DOWNLOAD:
opcam.zip
drive.google.com
CREDITS:@topjohnwu
XTENDED XR-vX.r team as I pretty much just looked through their ROM to see what files they used to get OPCam working.
The app seems to crash when I open the video function, and only when using the normal camera.
It works fine with the selfie camera but the second I switch the app disappears.
Using latest derp. Any advice?
d4m4s74 said:
The app seems to crash when I open the video function, and only when using the normal camera.
It works fine with the selfie camera but the second I switch the app disappears.
Using latest derp. Any advice?
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I have the same issue, gonna look into it once I've got some free time.
L4WL13T said:
I have the same issue, gonna look into it once I've got some free time.
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Good luck.
I switched back to oxygen because I was missing some features derp didn't offer, but since you've got the same issue you should be able to test it yourself.
Thanks,
But is it possible to make a zip that is flashable from recovery instead?
Thanks a lot, this is working well. Portrait mode works great as well. I prefer GP over the OOS Gallery app so I disabled it, but everything works great, just had one question. Is this version latest for the 7tpro?
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I have the same issue, gonna look into it once I've got some free time.
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Hey, did you find some time?
The app keeps on crashing for me
Running it on a Oneplus 8 Pro with Lineage OS 19.1