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VVM/My Verizon/Flash 10.2 all for GB (Updated 7/20)

OK, so I'm putting these up all in one place. This way you can stop asking for them in various threads. I'll add others as I discover need to add them.
My Verizon only works on VZW based ROMs.
6/27 Only works with PlainJane v3 AFAIK 6/27. GB ROMs will need to wait for a new base leak most likely.
6/30 Update - Older version works again. Download MyVerizon.apk for the older version that works on most newer ROMs. the com.vzw.hss.myverizon-1.apk will only work on the MR2 based ROMs.
VVM (visual voicemail) - Works on all versions of everything as far as I know. It also fixes the notification issues that people are having with voicemails on bamf roms. (your account must have it enabled for it to work, $3 a month.) - Apparently doesn't work with the Thunderstick ROM or CM7 1.2. Not sure what got changed in this most current build, but it definitely broke VVM. Thunderstick has some conflicting files baked in that break it.
Flash 10.2 edited for use with hulu.com as well. If you don't use it for hulu you won't see any difference. CM7 users rejoice? Just make sure you don't accidentally update it via market or you'll lose in browser flash video again and need to re-install this.
If you're having issues with a particular file, please post what ROM you're running. I'm trying to narrow down possible culprit ROMs.
If these files help you, don't forget about the "Thanks" button
Enjoy.
6/25 - Re-uploaded VVM.apk since a couple people seem to be having issues with it. I even deleted it off my phone and re-downloaded it via this attachment to check to make sure it went through properly. Since there are only the 2 people commenting that it didn't work out of 100+ downloads of the file, I'm going to assume that something happened on your end not mine (make sure you have unknown sources checked in your application settings and/or re-download?), but re-uploaded and tested nonetheless.
6/26 - Had to pull My Verizon due to an update today that breaks it for us. No current working version known for Thunderbolt.
6/27 - Ok, so the structure is there in the MR2 froyo update (plainjane v3) so I'm putting the current apk up. I need to figure out what i need to strip out of MR2 to make it work for other ROMs.
6/29 - Added Skype
6/30 - Changed Skype File location to Fyels.com for more bandwidth.
6/30 - Re-Posted the older My Verizon APK. No idea what VZW is up to on their end, but it no longer prompts for update locking us out. We'll see how long that lasts.
7/5 - Fixed Broken link for skype. Added bold text to netflix description to make it more obvious that it doesn't work on unrooted/froyo phones...
7/8 - Added Flash 10.2 (is also edited for use with hulu.com) for CM7 users.
7/20 - Removed netflix. It is now natively supported.
7/20 - Updated VVM to newer build version.
8/5 - Removed skype. Natively supported.

Good post. Good idea.

My Verizon app not working on my stock T- bolt. Pop up says not supported on this device. Did you mean all *rooted* Verizon based ROMs?

This is great, and I'ma let you finish.... but where's the Hulu+? #kanyeshrug

Dangerous Dave said:
My Verizon app not working on my stock T- bolt. Pop up says not supported on this device. Did you mean all *rooted* Verizon based ROMs?
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You should be able to download it from the market if you're stock but the thread title says "for GB"
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ipawd1 said:
This is great, and I'ma let you finish.... but where's the Hulu+? #kanyeshrug
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Hulu plus is not currently supported on the tbolt (hence i won't put it in the op til then). If you want to mess with it, here's the apk. You can manage queues etc but you cannot play video. You will get a "device not supported yet" type error. You may be able to edit the build.prop to get it running by tricking it into thinking you have a different (supported) device but the idea to this thread is to not hack/edit things to get them working.

arcanexvi said:
You should be able to download it from the market if you're stock but the thread title says "for GB"
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Not on the market for T-Bolt, and sorry...I missed the GB in the thread title (linked here from another thread).
At the risk of being accused of threadjacking, somebody saw my post and sent me a link for a MyVerizon app that works on a stock T-Bolt. (Thanks Zinsko!) So in case somebody makes the same mistake as me and wants the same answer, It's here
http://www.4shared.com/file/9XiNcQ-w/My_Verizon_Mobile.html.
Cheezy site, but the app works as it's supposed to.
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Dangerous Dave said:
Not on the market for T-Bolt, and sorry...I missed the GB in the thread title (linked here from another thread).
At the risk of being accused of threadjacking, somebody saw my post and sent me a link for a MyVerizon app that works on a stock T-Bolt. (Thanks Zinsko!) So in case somebody makes the same mistake as me and wants the same answer, It's here
http://www.4shared.com/file/9XiNcQ-w/My_Verizon_Mobile.html.
Cheezy site, but the app works as it's supposed to.
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I don't trust apps that I don't pull myself. Someone in that thread noted that that apk got flagged by Norton (mine doesnt). Just a heads up.
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arcanexvi said:
I don't trust apps that I don't pull myself. Someone in that thread noted that that apk got flagged by Norton (mine doesnt). Just a heads up.
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I had my concerns, but my Lookout Mobile gave it a thumbs-up, and it seems to work as it's supposed to. But thanks for the warning.

Tried installing vvm but no dice...tried installing as a apk tried dropping in system app tried renaming it. all I get is app not installed do I need to change permissions?

Anyone have luck with the VVM APK? Can't get it to install at all. Using BAMF 2.1. Tried a straight APK install and just dropping it into the sytem/app folder via root explorer.

jdphilly said:
Tried installing vvm but no dice...tried installing as a apk tried dropping in system app tried renaming it. all I get is app not installed do I need to change permissions?
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I see someone beat me too it
And yes, I did change permissions. Would really love to get this working, as I have to use VZW VVM for work. Thanks.

All I do is install it like anything else. Looks like this.
Make sure you have unknown sources checked. I'll reupload it when I get home if people are still having issues. I've installed it on every version of bamf that didn't include integrated Vvm and cm7.
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Thank you for all of these

I do appreciate th work you have put into these but I also cant get the VVM to work. I am using thunder stick GB rom and it wont work. Any ideas?

rt1231 said:
I do appreciate th work you have put into these but I also cant get the VVM to work. I am using thunder stick GB rom and it wont work. Any ideas?
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Won't install or won't run?

I am very happy that this is thread came out cuz I've been tryin to leave Froyo but those 3 major apps were an issue w/GB and it looks like no more issues. Am on the latest Gingeritis and all those apps work anyway so I'll cnfirm the truth about this thread once I decide to test the other GB roms again. Great thread though OP. Much props to you. If you can somehow make the HTC messaging widget bug leave GB as well, You'd be even more of a hero

When I try to launch the My Verizon app on Bamf 3.0 RC3 it says there is an updated version of the My Verizon app in the market. If I select upgrade, it launches the market, but can not find the app. If I select cancel, it closes the My Verizon app. Is anyone else having this problem?

ind3p3nd3nt said:
When I try to launch the My Verizon app on Bamf 3.0 RC3 it says there is an updated version of the My Verizon app in the market. If I select upgrade, it launches the market, but can not find the app. If I select cancel, it closes the My Verizon app. Is anyone else having this problem?
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Yea same here you can tell its an old version because the widget is old compared to the stock app we need the latest one
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The VVM apk is not working w/Thunderstick rom, can anyone confirm this. Each time I install, I get the error that a "built in" version is already installed..I know there isn't..oh well..Guess am back to Gingertis 3D

[ROM] Thor Gapps Rom ( 13.3.2.4 )

Hi,
here is a light custom rom for the Kindle Fire HDX 7", with all amazon apps and services removed and almost aosp (including google apps). I'll try to fix remaining bugs as soon as i have the time to !
Features:
All amazon apps removed
All amazon background services removed (including OTA update)
Google services added (play store, gmail, gallery...)
AOSP launcher and apps
Rooted
Bugs/Todo:
Gmail is crashing
Some settings menu not working -> use stock settings app
No camera app -> use any other camera app from the market
Installation:
Install/update SafeStrap
Create a rom slot
Flash/restore stock rom DATA to rom slot (optional, but restore partition if problems)
Flash thor-gapps-13.3.0.0-v2.zip if you are on firmware 13.3.0.0 or thor-gapps-13.3.2.4-v1.zip for firmware 13.3.2.4 ...
Download:
thor-gapps-13.3.2.4-v1.zip
thor-gapps-13.3.0.0-v2.zip
Changelog:
13.3.2.4-v1
built from amazon update 13.3.2.4
IF YOUR FIRMWARE IS NOT 13.3.2.4 DON'T UPDATE OR USE THIS ROM
13.3.0.0-v2
removed xposed dependency (all changes are done in aosp sources)
improve gapps which now include working Google+, Photos ...
fix contacts from aosp sources
fix brightness menu in aosp settings (SeekBar)
fix facebook installation (library error)
removed stock settings
disabled amazon activity extender (?!)
13.3.0.0-v1
fixed DownloadManager (gmail, chrome...)
fixed launcher orientation silliness (thanks to CelticWebSolutions !)
added chrome and gmail app
added aosp settings compiled from sources (com.android.thorsettings)
fixed almost all settings when using aosp settings (still problems with SeekBar's like volume and brightness)
added aosp keyboard compiled from sources with landscape width fix (removed stock swype)
changed bootanimation to aosp one
Credits:
Hashcode
CelticWebSolutions
All of you for your support

I wonder if there will be a xxx-gapps-rom.zip for the 8.9" version soon?

Cool, as soon as I figure out how to get supersu on the hdx ill give this a try! Thanks for working on it!

lionking2k said:
I wonder if there will be a xxx-gapps-rom.zip for the 8.9" version soon?
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That would depend on there being a SafeStrap for the 8.9" version soon
This works great on my tablet BTW. Thanks!

Hmmm looks like I might be the first one to try this out. I'm downloading now and I'll report back when it's finished.
Update: Installed the ROM and immediately hit the Play Store. Tried to add an existing Google account but it caused a reboot. Right now I'm stuck on the calculator since I have no nav buttons
Update 2: Tried to enable Wifi, got another reboot.
I'm going back to my stock ROM slot for now, being unable to use the Nav buttons makes this a bit difficult.

Installed and working perfectly. So far everything but gmail works, and works really well. thanks Cpasjuste.

tootone said:
Installed and working perfectly. So far everything but gmail works, and works really well. thanks Cpasjuste.
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Any protips here since I obviously failed hard at this?

bhsvault said:
Any protips here since I obviously failed hard at this?
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The problem can only comes from the data partition. Did you try to first restore your stock data partition then flash the zip ?

Cpasjuste said:
The problem can only comes from the data partition. Did you try to first restore your stock data partition then flash the zip ?
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No I did it the other way around, and the data restore failed.I I'll give it a try and report back. Thanks. Good work by the way.
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No I did it the other way around, and the data restore failed.I I'll give it a try and report back. Thanks. Good work by the way.
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Just tried it. ( Restoring data, flashing the zip).
I can see my apps from my stock ROM so I know the data restore was successful. I'm still missing the nav bar and Play Store still results in a reboot.
EDIT: Just tried it a second time and it seems to be working.

So unlike your flashable zip for the stock firmware this ROM gets rid of the Amazon Video App correct. Amazon video has Prime Instant Video Offline Downloading and that is a killer feature for me. Anyway to sideload that stock APK and have it work?

Here's a video of the end result
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LO-7MBl5fc

thanks
Thank you for making this rom! The only good rom each use gmail error alone!! Hopefully the next version will optimize system and fixes gmail thank you very much!

Ty very much!!!
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Excellent gapps rom. Facebook not installing but so great...awaiting Amazon and Google working..miss my prime vids not working..fantastic. your the best
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Hey thanks for your hard work. Glad development is picking up for the hdx7.
Quick question is flash working on stock browser? I know its not asop and dont like adding other browsers.
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stickstickly said:
So unlike your flashable zip for the stock firmware this ROM gets rid of the Amazon Video App correct. Amazon video has Prime Instant Video Offline Downloading and that is a killer feature for me. Anyway to sideload that stock APK and have it work?
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It does say it removes ALL Amazon background services, so, Sideloading probably will not work, at least not enough for the app to recognize this as a Kindle.

i can't long press anything with this rom... it just flips the screen around. can't get to the apps settings either. also, games like shadowrun always are upside down.

murso74 said:
i can't long press anything with this rom... it just flips the screen around. can't get to the apps settings either. also, games like shadowrun always are upside down.
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I use Nova launcher and long press works fine. Hungry Shark Evo always starts upside down for me but I guess unlock rotation lock, get it right then relock and it's fine. It's a pain but works. Only that game does that to me so far. Not sure why...

Soooo.... I installed and this was working OK, but random reboots. So I went ahead and wiped dalvik. Now I've got a bootloop. Is there a way to access safestrap?
***edit-fixed*** adb reboot got me into safestrap
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murso74 said:
i can't long press anything with this rom... it just flips the screen around. can't get to the apps settings either. also, games like shadowrun always are upside down.
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The screen flip only happens in landscape mode, not portrait.
Temporary work around is turn on the "lock orientation" in the notification area (left most button), then it won't flip.
A slightly better work around is smart-rotator app.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.xdevelop.rotator_t&hl=en
Turn on fix orientation for the apps you want to "fix".

[Q] how to install clock work recovery on samsung galaxy s4 active i537

can comeone plz healp me to install install clock work recovery on samsung galaxy s4 active i537

warmachine20 said:
can comeone plz healp me to install install clock work recovery on samsung galaxy s4 active i537
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You have a locked bootloader. There is no way around this, no ifs ands or buts. You simply cannot flash custom ROMs or recoveries. That's it, end of story as far as CM, CWM, AOSP and such things are concerned. That being said there is a sort of recovery called SafeStrap which you can use to make nandroid backups, flash mods and STOCK-BASED roms, but it's not a true custom recovery in the sense that we had been used to, because of this locked bootloader nightmare.

So how do I do this and how safe is it
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warmachine20 said:
So how do I do this and how safe is it
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It's perfectly safe as long as you follow the directions. First install BusyBox from the Play Store and run it following the prompts, it's straightforward. Also make sure you don't have Xposed framework installed (if you don't know what that is or aren't sure then you don't have to worry about this detail). Make sure in your settings you allow installation from unknown sources. Download the .apk file from the thread I linked to in my last post (v3.75) and save it somewhere on your phone. Run the apk file on your phone, following the prompts. It's probably a good idea to reboot once the installation is completely done. Note: assuming you install it successfully, at boot your phone is going to show a little unlocked padlock icon saying "custom" with the Samsung logo, this is normal and not to be worried about. Additionally, whenever you boot up, you are going to be brought into the SafeStrap splash screen where you are given the option to boot as normal or enter "recovery". If you leave it be it boots up like normal in about five seconds. I only mention that to make clear, every time you boot up you are given the option to enter "recovery" which is kind of different from CWM, however, you can just let your phone sit for the extra 5 seconds or so and it boots up like normal.
There's a more concise list of directions here however I would recommend against using that specific version because it is outdated.

Ok. So your saying I should use the method u posted... and not the one in the link.. am lil confused...
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warmachine20 said:
Ok. So your saying I should use the method u posted... and not the one in the link.. am lil confused...
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Sorry for being unclear. Use this set of instructions (where it says HOW DO I INSTALL SAFESTRAP? in the first post) but download and use the v3.75 apk file linked to in this post. The sets of instructions are essentially the same, I just thought the older ones were more thorough.

Thanks a lot for your help. U have been very helpful.. what is the best and most stable slot rom I can use.. my issue is this " my s4 active when ever I make or receive calls I don't hear anything through the the phone.. even when I put it on loud speaker it's completely with no sound.. my loud speaker work because my phone rings and plays music.. even when using Skype and Facebook calls I can hear clearly.. only when making normal calls it's soundless.. so I wanted to try a different rom and see if that would solve my issue.."
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I'm glad I can help you, xda is all about learning and I like to pay it forward. I completely understand your concern with the sound issue, that actually scared me away from installing any roms on my active, I'm still on my stock rom. Unfortunately I can't really tell you much about the few available roms for this device.
I really miss the look and feel of cyanogenmod (loosely referred to as AOSP or stock android), not to mention the performance improvements. That's why I read up and learned how to de-odex the stock ROM, which gives you the ability to then decompile and modify system apps. Somewhat intimidating stuff at first, but I am (maybe was) a total n00b and I'm starting to get the hang of it. If you really want to learn how to hack and mod your phone while stuck on stock rom, this thread will get you started, a majority of the code is the same.
For a couple of easier modifications, replacing the stock touchwiz launcher with another default launcher like NOVA launcher gives you much more control of the look and feel of the homescreens, icons, etc. and I like to use it to disable/tone down screen transition animations, freeing up some system resources. You can use titanium backup to uninstall preloaded system apps that you neither use nor want, again freeing up space on your phone. This is called de-bloating, here's a list of apps safe to remove:
-AllShare ControlShare Service
-AllShare FileShare Service
-Amazon
-Amazon App Suite
-Amazon Kindle
-Amazon mp3
-Android Live Wallpapers
-Ant Radio Service
-Ant+ Plugins
-Audible
-Backup Assistant Plus
-Black Hole
-BlurbCheckout
-Briefing
-Bubbles
-Calculator
-Calendar
-Caller Name ID
-Circles
-Cloud
-Cloud print
-com.samsung.android.sdk.spenv10
-com.sec.android.app.FlashBarService
-com.sec.android.sviewcover
-com.sec.msc.nts.android.proxy
-DigitalPenSDK
-DioDictService
-DirectConnectManager
-Email
-Enterprise Sim Pin Service
-Enterprise SysScope Service
-Enterprise VPN Services
-EnterprisePermissions
-EpsonPrintService
-Face Unlock
-Google Now Launcher
-Google Play Books
-Google Play Games
-Google Play Movies & TV
-Google Play Newstand
-Google Search
-Google+
-GroupPplay
-Hangouts
-HealthService
-Help
-Homescreen Tips
-HP Print Service Plugin
-IMDB
-InteractiveKeyboardTutorial
-KNOX
-KNOX notification manager
-KNOX store
-KLMS Agent
-Live Wallpaper Picker
-Magic Smoke Wallpapers
-Manage accessibility
-Maps
-mc3
-Memo
-Messaging
-Mobile Print
-mobileprintsvs_cups
-mobileprintsvs_cups_backend
-Movie Studio
-Music Visualization Wallpapers
-My Verizon Mobile
-Nearby Service
-NFC Service
-NFC Test
-NFL Mobile
-Phase Beam
-Photo Screensavers
-PickupTutorial
-Polaris Office 5
-Print Spooler
-Quick Office
-RealRacing2
-S Memo
-S Note Provider
-S Translator
-S Voice
-Samsung Account
-Samsung Billing
-Samsung Books
-Samsung Calendar SyncAdapter
-Samsung Content Agent
-Samsung Games
-Samsung Knox
-Samsung Memory SyncAdapter
-Samsung Print Service
-Samsung Print Service Plugin
-Samsung Push Service
-Samsung Updates
-Samsung WatchOn
-Security Policy Updates
-Setup 4.4.2-10
-Setup Wizard 4.4.2
-Setup Wizard 1.0
-Setup Wizard 1.3
-ShareShotService
-Slacker Radio
-SmartActions
-SmartActions Android Framework
-SmartActions Proprietary Framework
-SyncMLSvc
-Talkback
-Translate
-Travel Wallpaper
-Trip Advisor
-Try air move
-Virtual Tour Viewer
-VMware Ready
-Weather
-WFDS Print Service Plugin
-Yahoo! Finance
-Youtube
-Zappos
Sorry if the debloat list has Verizon stuff in it, I obviously got it at Verizon S4 thread. You should be perfectly fine removing any AT&T apps, I certainly did haha.
Now that you've got SafeStrap, do yourself a favor and flash this mod. Just download the Galaxy_Mod_Ultimate.zip and install it in SafeStrap recovery. You should see marked battery life improvement within a day.

Works better but I need a rom to install.. and am lost
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thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
You have a locked bootloader. There is no way around this, no ifs ands or buts. You simply cannot flash custom ROMs or recoveries. That's it, end of story as far as CM, CWM, AOSP and such things are concerned. That being said there is a sort of recovery called SafeStrap which you can use to make nandroid backups, flash mods and STOCK-BASED roms, but it's not a true custom recovery in the sense that we had been used to, because of this locked bootloader nightmare.
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I know your post is old. But you can flash custom Roms that are touchwiz based, using flash fire.
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bjeastin said:
I know your post is old. But you can flash custom Roms that are touchwiz based, using flash fire.
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You're right, I should've been more specific in my wording, although at the time of my post there were no ROMs to flash on this device (even TW-based) that were stable enough for daily driver use

thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
You're right, I should've been more specific in my wording, although at the time of my post there were no ROMs to flash on this device (even TW-based) that were stable enough for daily driver use
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There is though. It's called SickAsHell, it works just fine for me, and has been my daily driver for a while.
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bjeastin said:
There is though. It's called SickAsHell, it works just fine for me, and has been my daily driver for a while.
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I'm aware, I meant when I posted the post you're referencing (11 December 2014) there were no good ROM options available. I'm also using SickAsHell, it just hasn't been out that long, certainly wasn't back in December of 2015, let alone 2014. If you want I can edit that post, I just didn't think anyone used this thread any more

thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
I'm aware, I meant when I posted the post you're referencing (11 December 2014) there were no good ROM options available. I'm also using SickAsHell, it just hasn't been out that long, certainly wasn't back in December of 2015, let alone 2014. If you want I can edit that post, I just didn't think anyone used this thread any more
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I don't think anyone does. We're reviving a dead thread.
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bjeastin said:
There is though. It's called SickAsHell, it works just fine for me, and has been my daily driver for a while.
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If you would like to try the new version of WizCyan ROM for I537 has been uploaded and you can get it from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66216132&postcount=82
Once I get a confirmation that this is working well, I will create a fresh tread for I537.

[Tutorial] TMOBILE Locked BL Android JB 4.3 to Kitkat 4.4.4

TMOBILE USA takes forever to launch new software updates. I wanted Android Kitkat 4.4.4 on my XPERIA Z C6606 Now!
After hours of researching and looking a threads, I managed to get KitKat 4.4.2 on my phone followed by Kitkat 4.4.4 and ROOTED! :victory:
Here is my guide to save you all time. I will not be responsible if you brick your phone. If you brick your phone use Sony's PC companion to repair your phone.
This Guide was tested and worked on my XPERIA Z C6606 Tmobile Locked Bootloader. On Windows 7 PC.
Have [[NOT]] tested on other XPERIA devices and would not recommend it on other devices.
[[BACK UP ALL DATA to your PC]] All data on your phone and SD card will be wiped!
1. root current xperia z android phone using geohut's towelroot tr.apk
a. https://towelroot.com/tr.apk
b. goto file, save page as "tr.apk"
c. connect the phone access sd card and create a new folder called "apps".
d. Put tr.apk in the apps folder you just newly created on your sd card.
e. then use a file explorer to navigate to the apps folder on your sdcard and install tr.apk.
f. download rootchecker off the play store to check if rooted.
2. install latest flashtool
a. http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
3. dowwnload kitkat 4.4.2 (C6616_10.5.A.0.230_Customized_US.ftf)
a. https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0BwOqX0oncE_ta09NX3FZQTFzcXM&export=download
original thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/ftf-10-5-0-230-c6602-c6603-journalist-t2759636/page3#post58422450
b. go to my computer, c:/ and select the flashtool folder and open the firmwares folder
c. place C6616_10.5.A.0.230_Customized_US.ftf in the firmwares folder
d. open flashtool
e. connect phone to flashtool
f. click on flash icon
g. for bootmode chooser select "flashmode"
h. select firmware: [device] C6616 [version] 10.5.A.0.230 [BRANDING] Customized_US
i. click on flash and follow the prompts.
j. will require you to turn off phone
k. hold the volume down button as you reconnect USB and flashing starts.
l. when completed flashtool will prompt you to remove phone.
remove phone power on and let it load for the first time it will take a couple minutes.
4. You are now on Kitkat 4.4.2!
A. go to settings
B. Select about phone
C. go down to build number
D. it should say "10.5.A.0.230" Click on it 8 times to enable developer mode.
E. go back to home screen on settings and "developer options" should appear.
F. click on developer options and check enable USB Debugging.
G. also go to home screen on settings and select "security" and check "unknown sources"
then re-root phone using tr.apk
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H. You should get a Software Update from Sony telling you Kitkat 4.4.4 build 10.5.A.0.238 is available. OR go to "Settings", about phone, and click on "software update"
4. To root Kitkat 4.4.4 go to this thread below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55357181&postcount=1
I used GeoHut's tr.apk to re-root my phone.
[[KNOWN BUGS]]
Stamina Mode "On" has random restarts.
Connectivity with Mobile Data is not 100% everywhere you are at... (maybe because the baseband is taken off a c6616) [[[FIXED]]] see below:
Go to Settings:
-Under Wireless & Networking select "More..."
-Go to Mobile Network Settings
-Select Access Point Names
- ADD a new APN or edit existing. Use settings below.
I would recommend downloading SuperSu from the Playstore and granting permissions to it.
Credits go to:
Androxyde for Flashtool
Chainfire for SuperSU
Geohot for the original towelroot exploit
NUT for kitkat 4.4.2 US customized .ftf flash file.
KingVortex for writing up the guide to root kitkat4.4.4
Lastly, I should get some credit for compiling this guide. :angel:
[[UPDATE 7/23/15]]
DID OTA Update of Android Lollipop 5.0.2 works fine, but loses ROOT.
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extra references.
http://www.lifestohack.com/install-...ware-no-root-or-unlocked-bootloader-required/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/guide-how-to-root-10-5-1-0-283-t2872873

I'm on Rajeev 4.4.4. Easiest way if you are already on 4.3 is towel root, install a recovery and flash Rajeevs rom per his instruction. Boom. On 4.4.4. My process was similar but came from 4.2 and hit every major revision since. No need for flash tool with Rajeevs work!

deerhurst said:
I'm on Rajeev 4.4.4. Easiest way if you are already on 4.3 is towel root, install a recovery and flash Rajeevs rom per his instruction. Boom. On 4.4.4. My process was similar but came from 4.2 and hit every major revision since. No need for flash tool with Rajeevs work!
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did you run into mobile data issues? when traveling around town sometime my mobile data cuts off.

I did at one time with an older ROM and Android version but seems to be fine now. Used to live in an area with really poor cell service so that was likely part of the issue.
Did you do a clean flash? The Asus Transformer guys developed a little script I always use called super wipe. Works great. With the phone I do a full wipe usually too then.flash the new stuff.

I am assuming none of you have T-mobile Wifi calling after the 4.4.4 upgrade. I really wish someone would port a kitkat rom for this phone with wifi calling enabled. hows the battery life after the upgrade?

You should add to this guide that although you will get mobile data, you will NOT get LTE. You will only be able to get 2G, 3G and HSPA+ but you will not get LTE using this ROM because it is not for the C6606.

Hi. Are you results confirmed? No LTE?
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mjlazarus said:
Hi. Are you results confirmed? No LTE?
Sent from my C6606 using XDA Free mobile app
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Yes, confirmed.

So after getting kk and no LTE.. If we use another ROM for c606 would we get LTE. Sorry I'm new to Sony devices and I still don't know how to door this thing I want to put cm12 on this because jelly beans on a Sony device seems bad
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anyone has a tmobile c6606 with cm12 or 5.1.1 dirty unicorn if so how to install it on a 4.3 jelly beans stock lock bootloaders

I have LTE and I am on a C6603 rom. I get 2G, 3G, 4G, and LTE. I am also on Rajeevs last rom.
CM12 and the like are custom kernels. No customer kernels with locked bootloader.

I believe you are wrong on that. Initially with a stock T Mobile apn you will not have LTE. But after searching around I got it to work just fine but had to use a different apn than the one it would download. I will post the apn settings in a few in hopes it will help people. I run Existenz on my 6606.
Okay here is my apn settings. This is what worked for me as like I said the stock apn would drop out and do all kinds of dumb stuff.

Hi guys. I'm new to Sony. I have a C6606 and I want to flash either reeve or Existenz roms. My phone is currently running stock 4.3. What are the steps I needed to do before start flashing custom rom? Should I root first, install nut recovery then flash the rom or is there anything special I needed to know. Thank you.

I know this is older but I did this update and it updated me to the stock 5.0 Lollipop if anyone is interested yeah you lose Wi-Fi calling I've got LTE but its a price to pay to lose Wi-Fi Calling lol..

n00b Samurai said:
I know this is older but I did this update and it updated me to the stock 5.0 Lollipop if anyone is interested yeah you lose Wi-Fi calling I've got LTE but its a price to pay to lose Wi-Fi Calling lol..
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I did the same yesterday and now im on lollipop too, thank you

n00b Samurai said:
I know this is older but I did this update and it updated me to the stock 5.0 Lollipop if anyone is interested yeah you lose Wi-Fi calling I've got LTE but its a price to pay to lose Wi-Fi Calling lol..
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So whats the update? Can I see a link ore some proof? And it is fot C6606?

spc_hicks09 said:
Yes, confirmed.
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Here is some more screenshots from my phone. Is this LTE speeds?
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cloud777x said:
Here is some more screenshots from my phone. Is this LTE speeds?
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Sorry is this for.tmobile and how.did yoi update!?
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cloud777x said:
Here is some more screenshots from my phone. Is this LTE speeds?
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No those are H+ speeds. 4G LTE would be at least twice as fast.

n00b Samurai said:
I know this is older but I did this update and it updated me to the stock 5.0 Lollipop if anyone is interested yeah you lose Wi-Fi calling I've got LTE but its a price to pay to lose Wi-Fi Calling lol..
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Sadly, too much of a price to pay for me. I get the feeling our C6606 will be one of very few devices left behind.

[Q&A] [ROM] DomPop URv2.2.3 TEKHD EDITION -NOTE4/EDGE/S6 LOLLIPOP 5.0.2 HD4K! N900A

[Q&A] [ROM] DomPop URv2.2.3 TEKHD EDITION -NOTE4/EDGE/S6 LOLLIPOP 5.0.2 HD4K! N900A
Q&A for [ROM] DomPop URv2.2.3 TEKHD EDITION -NOTE4/EDGE/S6 LOLLIPOP 5.0.2 HD4K! N900A 4/06/15
Some developers prefer that questions remain separate from their main development thread to help keep things organized. Placing your question within this thread will increase its chances of being answered by a member of the community or by the developer.
Before posting, please use the forum search and read through the discussion thread for [ROM] DomPop URv2.2.3 TEKHD EDITION -NOTE4/EDGE/S6 LOLLIPOP 5.0.2 HD4K! N900A 4/06/15. If you can't find an answer, post it here, being sure to give as much information as possible (firmware version, steps to reproduce, logcat if available) so that you can get help.
Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!

To all having signal problems
rajdeep312 said:
Mee too Have this major problem
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I too used to have signal problems with this ROM. The network signal used to drop off within 2 minutes of rebooting the phone. I erased everything, flashed 4.4.4 NC2 stock tar using odin, installed safestrap again and then installed this rom. After installing this rom (and any mods you need), flash N900A_OC1_ALL_Other_Stock_Partitions.tar.md5 using odin from the custom rom section "Note 4 port 5.0.1 - DarkLord rom v2.2 N910F BOB4 by Samsungviet for N900A" (not allowed to post links since my no. of posts<10) and then boot into this rom, avoiding now the possibility of a modem conflict with NC2. It turns out that when you upgrade to this rom from NC2, for some reason, the baseband remains NC2 whereas everything else is upgraded to OC1 and so I think this was the reason for the network drops.

[Q] ~~~ Would anyone mind breaking it down in simple terms what I must do coming from rooted nc2 to get this rom installed... I have oc1 kernel... I have nc2 flasher... I just don't understand the concept I guess. Thanks in advance

New report everything still works great, but the LED light just keeps randomly blinking, anyone else having this problem?
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mattitude said:
[Q] ~~~ Would anyone mind breaking it down in simple terms what I must do coming from rooted nc2 to get this rom installed... I have oc1 kernel... I have nc2 flasher... I just don't understand the concept I guess. Thanks in advance
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Flash the nc2 flasher then without restarting it go straight to safestrap. Boot to recovery, clean 3 times everything but your exdrive, flash rom than kernal, reboot. Set your apn to att settings.
That's what I did, the only thing crazy is the LED flashing randomly.

Awsome rom! But is there any fixes for the camera (crashes while holding the focus) and NFC (not switched by togle) except the flash on / off in Safestrap?

First let say Thank you. I finally have a room that I can use the GPS with.
Now my problem is that I can not connect to my gear s the blue tooth connects and the a get the gear manager connecting to gear but it never connects..
Please help
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I upgrade the gear manager to 2.0 and that fix it

Danilynne said:
New report everything still works great, but the LED light just keeps randomly blinking, anyone else having this problem?
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Flash the nc2 flasher then without restarting it go straight to safestrap. Boot to recovery, clean 3 times everything but your exdrive, flash rom than kernal, reboot. Set your apn to att settings.
That's what I did, the only thing crazy is the LED flashing randomly.
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The blinking led is in and out of data. I think wifi.
My new problem(s) my wifi keeps going on and off.
5 random reboots throughout the day.
Is download booster not working? I've been downloading and streaming and I don't see it being utilized.
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holeshot77 said:
The blinking led is in and out of data. I think wifi.
My new problem(s) my wifi keeps going on and off.
5 random reboots throughout the day.
Is download booster not working? I've been downloading and streaming and I don't see it being utilized.
Sent from my SM-N910T using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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The LED thing is in the OP i missed that, so you can turn it off if you want. I have never had a problem with random reboots, so i am not sure what the problem is, every phone is different i guess. The download booster i am not sure about either, sorry!
Oh and the wifi I do not have a problem with so again i am not sure..lol, I know i'm so helpfull!!

wuilly said:
First let say Thank you. I finally have a room that I can use the GPS with.
Now my problem is that I can not connect to my gear s the blue tooth connects and the a get the gear manager connecting to gear but it never connects..
Please help
I upgrade the gear manager to 2.0 and that fix it
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Tried to install different versions..still fails to connect to my gear 2 neo.
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I have the same rebooting issues after this flashing great rom.
My fix is to use Odin 3.10 to install N900A_OC1_ALL_Other_Stock_Partitions.tar.md5 at AP slot. Not sure if this is the case applying to others.
Here are my steps to refresh this wonderful rom.
I hope this can help.
1. Odin back to 4.4.2 . Then root with towelroot apk and install supersu and busy box.
2. install safestrap to wipe all data except sd card.
3. In safestrap, install DomPop_URv2.2.3_ATT_TEKHD.zip and SM-N900A_N900AUCUEOC1_KERNEL_Recovery-Flashable.zip
4. Odin N900A_OC1_ALL_Other_Stock_Partitions.tar.md5 at AP slot

booting issue
DomPop URv2.2.3 Note 3 n900a
i noticed after a couple failed boots that if i reboot in airplane mode and wait till it is loaded it is fine after returning out of airplane mode. then everything works great. The phone reboots about 5 seconds after launcher starts if i don't. Anyone having a similar issue? I originally noticed that the crash would happen after the location icon appeared in the status bar,

Zc7 said:
DomPop URv2.2.3 Note 3 n900a
i noticed after a couple failed boots that if i reboot in airplane mode and wait till it is loaded it is fine after returning out of airplane mode. then everything works great. The phone reboots about 5 seconds after launcher starts if i don't. Anyone having a similar issue? I originally noticed that the crash would happen after the location icon appeared in the status bar,
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Yep same here.
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U. powersaving mode
When I'm in ultra power saving mode my alarm clock don't work. Is there a fix for that? Other than that problem I greatly like the rom. Thank you so much

I'm absolutely loving this Rom so far. Great work. I've not seen Lollipop look this good!
So, many people mentioned the constant resetting. I too experienced that. Only after flash. It would load up, be fine a minute, then freeze and reset.
After a while, I dunno, half an hour? It stopped resetting and I've not had a problem since.
Had a problem with not connecting to the network for a while too... but once I got the APN sorted out and turned off the reporting thing in About, it worked fine.
So, question.
Anyone have a fairly comprehensive list of what is safe to freeze/remove out of this Rom as far as stock apps and such?

Ryo Misaki said:
Anyone have a fairly comprehensive list of what is safe to freeze/remove out of this Rom as far as stock apps and such?
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I agree, this ROM is very very nice. I had to manually enter APN, even though I had the box unchecked, but once I did that, everything else has been good, and battery has been nothing short of phenomenal. I usually get home from work with about 35% battery running Alliance, with this, I'm usually at 50 or more.
I have the same question about what to freeze/remove. I've blown away the flipboard stuff, Health, the gear stuff, everything seems to be OK. There's a whole slew of "samsync sync" stuff that seems like it oughta be able to go, every so often I freeze something, and see if I notice any problems. But I do the same 15 things with my phone every day, so I may not notice anything really bizarre, or some odd interaction.
Anyway, my compliments to the developer, this has extended the life of my phone significantly.
J.

can't play "Google play movie" and Netflix
leepc said:
I have the same rebooting issues after this flashing great rom.
My fix is to use Odin 3.10 to install N900A_OC1_ALL_Other_Stock_Partitions.tar.md5 at AP slot. Not sure if this is the case applying to others.
Here are my steps to refresh this wonderful rom.
I hope this can help.
1. Odin back to 4.4.2 . Then root with towelroot apk and install supersu and busy box.
2. install safestrap to wipe all data except sd card.
3. In safestrap, install DomPop_URv2.2.3_ATT_TEKHD.zip and SM-N900A_N900AUCUEOC1_KERNEL_Recovery-Flashable.zip
4. Odin N900A_OC1_ALL_Other_Stock_Partitions.tar.md5 at AP slot
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After fixing the constant rebooting issues, I found "Google play movie" and Netflix are not working.
anyone has the same problem ?

How can i change the sales code (csc) to Moldova (OMD) ? Please.

leepc said:
After fixing the constant rebooting issues, I found "Google play movie" and Netflix are not working.
anyone has the same problem ?
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Fix for Netflix comes from TEKHD's thread in Tmo Note 4! One could try the build prop edit or go to System/Vendor/Lib. The file is called liboemcrypto.so, can be renamed to liboemcryto.so.bak or delete the file either way. One could do both options, so here is the link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...tekxodus-n4-urv1-4-14-15-note4-t3082085/page5.
If you don't feel comfortable about doing system edits look here on XDA for Netflix v3.3.3. This was newest but older version I could get to work before I found the the correct fix in the above thread.

renamed liboemcryto.so and now Netflix is working fine !
morrichad said:
Fix for Netflix comes from TEKHD's thread in Tmo Note 4! One could try the build prop edit or go to System/Vendor/Lib. The file is called liboemcrypto.so, can be renamed to liboemcryto.so.bak or delete the file either way. One could do both options, so here is the link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...tekxodus-n4-urv1-4-14-15-note4-t3082085/page5.
If you don't feel comfortable about doing system edits look here on XDA for Netflix v3.3.3. This was newest but older version I could get to work before I found the the correct fix in the above thread.
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Appreciate your help ! Renaming liboemcryto.so does fix Netflix !
Unfortunately , " Google Play Movies & TV " still can't play movies....
But I can live with that as long as Netflix is working fine.
THANKS again

Curently on android 4.3 jellybean want to install DomPop URv2.2.3
Hi guys I have a question, I have the AT&T Galaxy Note 3 with a custom jellybean ROM which I installed way back lets say a while back.
I want to upgrade and install the (DomPop URv2.2.3) lollipop ROM. I don't no which guide I have to use. I keep seeing upgrading kernel and flash this
but can't find clear answer as what I should do to upgrade. Can anyone please point me to the rite place where I can successfully upgrade to
DomPop URv2.2.3 ROM . Thanks a lot