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[ROM] Velocity V1.2 | LG Ally | Android 2.2.2 Froyo | Sexy | Sleek | Stable

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Presenting... Velocity V1.2!
"See! We weren't lying!"
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Velocity is a free Android 2.2.2 Froyo ROM built for the LG Ally which greatly extends the speed and capabilities of your phone.​

Code:
#include <std_disclaimer.h>
/*
 * Your warranty is now void.
 *
 * I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards,
 * thermonuclear war, or you getting fired because the alarm app failed. Please
 * do some research if you have any concerns about features included in this ROM
 * before flashing it! YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if
 * you point the finger at me for messing up your device, I will laugh at you.
 */

The Velocity team is comprised of Trident, Savoxis, death2all110, and Getitnowmarketing with a lot of theming help from J2Cool. Thats not to minimize how many folks actually contribute to this project. We thank you ALL.

Features:
* Android 2.2.2 Froyo Base
* Fully zipaligned and deodexed system
* Init.d boot sequence
* Full sysctl support using sysctl.conf
* Huge gallery of static wallpapers
* Tons of tweaks to increase performance and battery life
* Google DNS for a faster and safer online experience
* System audio from the Droid X
* Longer duration between wifi scans
* Increased Dalvik VM heapsize
* Ads blocked by default in apps and browser
* Velocity boot animation redone by J2Cool
* Velocity initlogo redone by J2Cool
* System mounted as read/write at all times
* ADB shell runs as root by default
* True Bash shell in Terminal Emulator
* Stagefright enabled
* HW acceleration enabled
* ADWLauncher built into framework as default launcher
* Velocity Toolkit accessible through settings
* Disabled 3G Mobile Hotspot
* Reboot and recovery options in power menu
* Boot sound during boot animation (disabled by default)
* SysCtl.conf support
* GPS fix
* Automatic Dalvik2Cache
* Battery reports in 1% increments
* Heavily modified ramdisk
* New 2.6.32.39
* HoneyComb influenced theme
* Very fast and responsive!

Tools and Utilities:
* Bash
* Busybox
* Nano Text Editor
* SQLite3

Applications:
* Velocity Toolkit
* DSP Manager
* Google Music
* Google Plus
* Google Docs
* Gingerbread Keyboard
* ADWLauncher
* OI File Manager (built from source)
* Notepad (built from source)
* Sound Recorder (built from source)
* Velocity Tips widget (built from source)
* CyanogenMod Messaging app
* Trident's Camcorder application (also available in the Market!)
* Trident's Flashlight application
* Wired Tether & Wireless Tether (built from source with extensive changes required for LG)
-- Support was added for AP (infastructure mode) so now devices like Android phones & Archos can connect that couldn't in previously in Ad-Hoc mode.
-- A magic Samsung FW was also found that was needed for this.
-- These apps are free to use and not trackable to carrier tethering plans and caps so tether away.

Velocity Toolkit features:
* View ROM changelog
* CPU Settings - Set min/max frequency and governor
* Includes Terminal Emulator
* Includes Spare Parts
* Block and allow advertisements
* Enable and disable stagefright
* Enable and disabled boot sound
* Clear cache
* Clear dalvik-cache
* Clear battery statistics
* Enable uber quadrant
* Remove system applications
* Change application install location
* Change dalvik heap size

Kernel Notes:
* Overclockable to 864mhz (if phone supports it)
* Added Interactive & Smartass Governor
* Synced up from 2.6.32.9 to 2.6.32.39 with Linux mainline
* Uses USB gadget drivers vs. USB function drivers.
* Compatibilty with RNDIS wired tether and Supports AP mode wifi-tether (requires included tethering applications)
* Uses BFQ as default I/O scheduler
* Ext4 and NFS support built in
* Added tun.ko and cifs.ko as modules
-- See here for guide to using CFIS


Scripts:
All the Velocity scripts have been carefully packaged into one powerful menu-driven package, allowing you to easilly access individual features without having to remember confusing syntax. A new OTA updating system has been incorporated in the script so new features can be added and bugs can be squashed easily and quickly. Just type "velocity" in a rooted terminal and we do the rest!
Script Features and FAQS!


Instructions:
- First time flashing Velocity to your Ally (or coming from an Eclair ROM)?
1. If you have not already done so, you must apply 2.2.1 Froyo officially using this guide before you can use this ROM
2. If you have not already done so, root your device and install GNM's amonra style recovery
3. Preform a Nandroid backup!
4. Wipe all userdata
5. Install the ROM

Downloads:

Latest version: 1.2.1
Md5Sum: 1e6487748f09fe9f9326262745ccdd54
Downloads:
Mirror 1: http://goo.gl/sUdxQ Provided by Dautley

1.2.1 Patch: Fixes Calendar and Gmail (Flash in Recovery)
Md5Sum: 6DAC7EF08A07D0652D44B61B70DC0CF1
Mirror 1: http://www.mediafire.com/file/lj3wo3nt5723t2a/Velocity-1.2.1-Patch-Signed.zip Provided by Dautley

Please Verify MD5 to avoid a bad flash, also if you want to upload and mirror let me know the link and I will add another, these mirrors are both personal servers of mine that are not used to high load.

Known Issues:

Gmail dark apk didn't get installed properly, you will need to download gmail from the market to fix.

I know this release has been a log time coming and you have all been very patient with its development. I have spent a lot of time with this release to allow it to stand up to the test of time. Though versions past this are not expected. I will continue to support the Velocity Scripts as best I can, and if necessary I will implement minor patches using the scripts. It has been a pleasure working with and for you. I am glad to see other projects sprouting up and I am excited to see what lies ahead for this phone which was once considered past its time.


Donations:
Like what we've done? Help keep us going with coffee and beer (mostly beer)! All support is greatly appreciated. :D

Trident:
Paypal

Savoxis:
Paypal

death2all110:
Paypal

Getitnowmarketing:
Paypal
 
Question about Trident's Camcorder - related issue?

When I use CamScanner to scan a document, the camera in the ally will focus in to crisp clarity, but in an instant before the picture gets taken, the focus "moves past" the point of clarity. It usually looks like it focuses, gets clear, than backs off a little. This ends up with a fuzzy image for the document.

I am wondering if, since there is mention of Trident's Camcorder, the 'regular' camera software might also be affected by this 1.2 update, and perhaps fix the above issue?

Thanks.
 
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You guys are "the man!" - um, well, I guess it would be "the MEN!" :D

I'm looking forward to trying this! Can't decide if I want to wait until tomorrow or do it tonight. Are GMail and the flashable zip the only things you're likely to add between now and then, or might there be others?

THANK YOU!!:)

That *should* be the only update, unless there is some glaring issue I missed. Also please be careful when using script themes (make a backup) until I get verification that they all work. I cant test them myself but I will get my guys on it asap
 
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