Hello Everyone,
We all know that ROMS (such as CyanogenMod, MIUI, Paranoid Android, etc.) are one of the best part of Android. It should come to more devices, such as HTC Desire X, Samsung Galaxy Ace 2, Samsung Galaxy Mini 2, ZTE Grand X, Huawei Ascend P1, etc. should also take part in this. I would be happy if there is anyone who agrees with me!
Your Regards,
AlpyzDX
A specific ROM being ported to a device depends on any willing developers who actually own the device, and how easy it is to actually develop for it. It's not as easy as choosing a device name from a drop-down and hitting "Build." I tried for months to port MIUI to my old Droid Charge; a developer who actually knew what he was doing did an early ICS build that didn't work because the radio couldn't work. I'm probably not even describing it correctly. Bottom line, if you want it for a specific device, buy that phone or tablet, a comp with a 64-bit processor and start building.
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(I realize some questions are about the Galaxy S/General Android but I thought I'd fit them in here too. If inappropriate, please move or delete this thread)
Has there been any word of a GSM version for the rest of the world like me?
I assume this is rootable and Samsung will not use locked bootloaders like Motorola Milestone (which I regret even owning) ?
Is it possible to port Cyanogenmod to this or Galaxy S?
Should I pick this or an HTC phone with a QWERTY keyboard instead for ROM compatibility? (The rumored HTC Vision)
In an experienced person's opinion, Should I go for this or keep saving my money and go for an Android 3.0 phone instead? (rumored to come out in Q4 2010)
First question I don't know the answer to.
Second question yes it will most likely have root upon release.
Third question is most likely not. With Samsungs complicated file structure and lack of open source code the phone will most likely only receive custom roms based off of only Samsung firmware. That means the only way you will get froyo is when Samsung releases it.
Last question yes I would wait for an HTC device. The community already has a good grip on these devices which should give you a much better chance of having a large choice of custom roms. (mind you I'm not saying the phone won't have custom roms its just they will all be based off of Samsung releases. If you don't believe me take a look at all Samsung android released so far and where the I 9000 is currently at right now)
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Hey buddies i'm planning to buy ah high end android device next month. Currently i've 2 phones in my list
Motorola Defy
and
MILESTONE 2.
I want to use my phone for playing with roms, rooting, and lots of things that may brick it.
1. Can I use that qwerty keyboard for apps like opera mini, uc, dolphin?
2. Can I use that keyboard for playing games?
3. Do we get a touch keyboard in case we don't want to use inbuilt 1?
4. Will this phone get gingerhead?
5. Is any cyanogen mod available?
6. Do you recommend to buy this?
keeping in my mind i I don't have any motorola care centre in my area. So Defy or milestone 2?
1. Yes
2. I haven't played games with the keyboard yet
3. Yes, swype pre-installed
4. Probably not, although there is a thread in this forum with a rumour
5. There is work being done on that, but the progress is slow (sorry mike)
6. Not for the reasons you are stating. First the MM2 isn't a high end device (anymore). High end devices at the moment are: HTC sensation, Samsung Galaxy II, LG Optimus 2X, motorola Atrix, LG optimus Big.
Keep in mind these Motorola Phones are the worst choices for using custom roms because of the locked boatloader. THE PHONE IS OUT MORE THEN A HALF YEAR AND THERE IS STILL ONLY ONE CUSTOM ROM OUT. I wouldn't recommend it for the reason you stated. It would recommend it for the awesome Hardware keyboard.
If you want a device where you can root a lot and use custom roms buy a google developer phone(samsung nexus s).
If you don´t care about custom roms it´s an awesome phone.
I am thinking of buying a Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 LTE and I was wondering if you will officially support this device for your custom ROM?
I have one..., i'm looking forward to a custom rom !
vivalamoza said:
I am thinking of buying a Samsung Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 LTE and I was wondering if you will officially support this device for your custom ROM?
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Standard answer here:
Find a maintainer in your device's own forums.
Projects like this are done by volunteers. As such, people choose to work on devices they want to work on. Some of us will take on devices upon request in special circumstances, but only if we've got some initial interest in them. (For example, most of the core team love Oppo because they've been so nice to us, so when they send us a device, we go out of our way to support it. Within limits, though - being MTK-based has really killed the R819.)
In the case of Samsung devices - many of us worked with Samsungs in the past and never want to touch them again. So if you want such an oddball/niche device supported, you'll need to find someone in that device's forums that's interested in doing the bringup.
Hey all, new Tab 4 7.0 owner here. I've only ever owned HTC EVO devices, which have a wide selection of custom everything to choose from, so empty Android/Original Development sections are a new concept for me.
From what I read, development hasn't started because we don't have a stable recovery environment yet, but assuming we get that down, what would be the main hinderances (device-specifc issues) of getting AOSP on this tablet? What can we non-developers do to help?
Thanks for all your answers!
Lacedaemon said:
Hey all, new Tab 4 7.0 owner here. I've only ever owned HTC EVO devices, which have a wide selection of custom everything to choose from, so empty Android/Original Development sections are a new concept for me.
From what I read, development hasn't started because we don't have a stable recovery environment yet, but assuming we get that down, what would be the main hinderances (device-specifc issues) of getting AOSP on this tablet? What can we non-developers do to help?
Thanks for all your answers!
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As far as I know, we have a bit of lack of support fro Devs. We do have great Devs however some (if not most) of them don't actually own the device so they are trying to work from other devices including the Tab 3 series. Another thing is lack of tools and information from Samsung. Even though they do provide Devs with tools and info, they are a bit secretive when it comes to development of the actual OS. So that's that. What you can do is to offer to test new methods but you must accept the risks which involves Hard Bricking of the the tab. Other than that just be patient and privide any information you can give
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As a contributor that works with the Tab 3 7in version, I can tell you that the Marvel cpu/board set that Samsung used on our (and your) 7in wifi versions is the main problem.
We have managed to get a version of CM 11 working, but some essentials such as wifi, bluetooth, and hardware composer are not easy with Marvel. We still have a lot of work to do and very little time to spend trying.
And the previous answer is also correct, you need more devs for the Tab 4.
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Hello,
I am currently using a Samsung S4 (sprint network : using Ting; jfltespr) and I have been happily running Cyanogenmod 13.0 (20161218).
I dont tinker; I set it and forget it... once stable nor do I actively follow the tech as I end up longing for an upgrade.
Sadly there is no native support for LineageOS for my variant s4,
I would love to get the latest on the device and not have to spend any money;
I despise all of the funk on new phones and desire to keep it honed down, thus my desire to stick with LineageOS; (that is unless there is something better.... is there?)
I have also purchased a ouraring.com - but have some 2 months prior to receipt. The only reason I really couldn't use it as I am lacking android v7 on my S4 (already has requirement of bluetooth 4 Low energy requirement.
so I have 2 options: new phone or update s4 somehow
if someone has a suggestion for either I would be grateful.
I have started the painful task of spec diving, trying to optimize in the hopes that it will last a long time and be able to have a long support life under LineageOS.
Kinda narrowed down to Samsung S8 or Motorola X2 Play.
I look toward any feedback.
Best regards and Thanks for your time.
qu1nn
You can use jfltexx rooms most of the time, you can get the stable stuff from jdcteam