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Root Stock Android or Custom ROM?

Lona808

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Nov 1, 2013
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So everyone knows one of the best things about the Nexus is its easy rooting and first to be updated. My question is, just how many of you will go beyond rooting and install a custom ROM? And if you do, which one will you roll with?

Last time I rooted and flashed was my Galaxy S2 Skyrocket rocking ParanoidAndroid phablet mode. It was lovely. Thinking about pursuing that ROM again or maybe MIUI/CM. But first I'm gonna play the crap out of the new Google Experience, cause "OK Google" on the home screen sounds dope af.
 
I'm running cataclysm with Franco kernel

Its got the bells and whistles I described earlier, and everything seems to be working properly.

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Still stock rooted here. Until I see some decent roms for the N5, and they will be along before too long, then it's impossible to decide.

I'm just enjoying having a stock phone for a change

Yeah I'm excited for my first pure android experience. I've only had samsungs and htcs and I prefer sense over ugly touchwiz. Can't wait to get my Nex5!
 
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So what's the difference between a ROM and a kernel? I never bothered to look into kernels.

Kernel

The central or core software component of most operating systems. Its responsibilities include managing the system's resources (the communication between hardware and software components) and can provide the lowest-level abstraction layer for resources (especially memory, processors, and I/O devices).

ROM

Read Only Memory. In the context of an Android device, ROM is the internal flash memory where the core operating system resides. It can also refer to a specific version firmware that can be applied to a device through a process usually referred to as flashing. An improperly flashed ROM can often brick the device, rendering it unusable.

Taken from Doc: glossary - CyanogenMod.

The kernel basically controls/manages the hardware components on behalf of the ROM (i.e., Android operating system). You always need to make sure the kernel is compatible with the ROM since they are very intertwined.
 
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I'm running cataclysm with Franco kernel

Its got the bells and whistles I described earlier, and everything seems to be working properly.

Speaking of which, will the root guide thread be updated with ROMs and such soon. I'll probably root and stay stock for a while, but I always appreciate the list of ROMs that appear here as an easier way (for me) to begin shopping ROMs rather than trying to figure out XDA. ;) I know, I use WUG's toolkit too. Wimp. :eek::p:rolleyes:
 
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Speaking of which, will the root guide thread be updated with OMs and such soon. I'll probably root and stay stock for a while, bu I always appreciate the list of ROMs that appear here as an easier way (for me) to begin shopping ROMs rather than trying to figure out XDA. ;) I know, I use WUG's toolkit too. Wimp. :eek::p:rolleyes:

Soon as I get some time. :thumbup: Unless anyone else beats me to it of course.
 
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How are you liking that Cataclysm ROM? I'm sitting on stock w/ a custom kernel, but I might consider making the switch if everything appears stable (DD worthy).

No issues for me so far. Everything seems exactly the same but you get extra options/functionality.

I haven't tested camera but so far no issues after a full day of normal use...

Worst case, you restore your backup back to stock.
 
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No issues for me so far. Everything seems exactly the same but you get extra options/functionality.

I haven't tested camera but so far no issues after a full day of normal use...

Worst case, you restore your backup back to stock.

I might also check out those cam zips that supposedly increase a few settings behind the scenes. Users are reporting increased quality shots for photo + vid.
 
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So would I put this on the root of internal storage or in a folder of some sort?
In CWM install from SD?? Even though there is none?

Yep, just put it somewhere you can remember. Flash the rom, then flash gapps. Just don't forget to factory reset and wipe cache/dalvik or you could be in for some wicked crashes when you boot up your rom.
 
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Is the kernel cool in this, or would one suggest Faux/Franco.

You're likely to get different opinions when it comes to custom kernels. I generally prefer Faux kernel, but I know Rxpert83 prefers Franco. Both are really good kernels, but devices can be quite picky. I would say try the stock for a day or 2, and if it isn't up to par then try one of the others for a day or 2 and repeat.
 
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The stock rom has some bells and whistles I miss from previous custom Roms, such as the quick tile pulldown or the ability to rearrange/customize them and change their stock behavior.

I'm downloading a custom ROM right now, I'll be flashing it in a few :D

I am loving stock except for what you mentioned above. I also love a transparent lockscreen. Otherwise I was able to get mods or apps to take care of everything else I used a ROM for (quiet time, reboot menu, camera sound off, and a few others I'm forgetting).
 
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