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    Root ZV6 Update build.prop issues

    I had modified my build.prop with the GPS fixes, so I couldn't flash the ZV6update. I took the build.prop from the stock ZV5 kwknott posted, and it made it through the verification fine. Thanks knknott! http://androidforums.com/threads/lg-volt-stock-zv5-rooted-rom-odex-deodex.896545/ BTW-...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] Qualcomm Sent Me A DMCA Takedown

    Well, it finally happened. Qualcomm just sent me a DMCA takedown notice via my Github account. This means I cannot do any work involving any blobs from Qualcomm or I risk being sued for work I have always given away for free. Nevermind the fact that everyone using my software has a license...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] Why I'm not developing anymore

    In case you haven't heard about it: CyanogenMod goes from hobby Android to business Android | ZDNet Being an Android dev who has NEVER accepted donations (ask any dev team I've worked with, when offered a share of donations, I have ALWAYS said no thank you), I find this repugnant. I have done...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] Preview

    Holy crap, you won't believe how I'm typing this right now! I'm using CM-10 thanks to g60madman, xInterloperx, and Chairshot!!! Note- above score is with CM-10 and VaeVic-MG5-OC, and I believe it's a record for the Victory. ;)
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [RECOVERY] Stock goghvmu MG5 recovery

    Thanks to rbheromax's flash of brilliance, we now have a stock recovery img from the MG5 update! Here it is in three versions for installing by the method of your choice: Install from adb or terminal: recovery.img note - flash_image binary required:flash_image recovery...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [New Update] Patience Please

    Edit: See below for original post, the following has been added: Good News!!! I finally got the time to fix the update! ;) Working: Phone SMS MMS PRL update Profile update Samsung software update Firmware update (just checks of course) 3G 4G Samsung apps Virgin Mobile apps Camera & Video...
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    Grabbing OTA package

    There could be a new firmware package for the SPH-L300_VMU soon (hoping the new OSS kernel is an indicator). I didn't pay close attention to the original update to my Victory, was wondering if the update package is accessible after download but before installation? Is the download package...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] New Official VMU Kernel! Possible Update Coming (don't hold your breath)

    There is a new kernel version available via Open Source Samsung website, MG5. I'm downloading now to do a diff against the MC1 release and hopefully see what's changed. Samsung Open Source Release Center (search for SPH-L300 and you'll see Version MG5 at the bottom) This could be a prelude...
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    FastCharge (dangerous?)

    I just added the FastCharge option to my kernel for the Victory. I've read a lot of conflicting information about it. Some claim it can damage the USB port used on the PC (or maybe the phone), others say it can only cause issues with pre USB2.0 ports. I added FastCharge to the kernel last...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [MODEM] Backup and Replace Your Modem

    Here is a zip file I got from xInterloperx that I modified for use with the Virgin Mobile Victory. It is designed to backup your modem into a flashable zip file, and then install the stock modem (ripped from my phone). This has not been tested, only those with non-working modems (you cannot...
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    Thanks for everything Barnaby!

    RIP
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    Help A day of silence for Barnaby!

    Out of respect for one of the greatest men of our generation, I will not be posting for 24 hours. RIP Barnaby, and thank you for all you did for the world! http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/infamous-hacker-barnaby-jack-dies-one-week-black-hat-convention-6C10760881 PS- We know the govt did it!
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [KERNEL] VaeVictus Kernel - Overclocked to 1.8Ghz [Updated 8-8-13]

    Introducing VaeVictus Overclocked Kernel for Virgin Mobile Galaxy Victory This kernel is built from the official Samsung source for the Virgin Mobile Galaxy Victory, release MG5. It has been built with the Linaro toolchain for maximum efficiency. Thanks to rbheromax, it has the ability to...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [TESTERS] Lets Find Best Governor + OverClock [VaeVictus]

    Thanks in no small part to rbheromax, we now have a working overclocked kernel with 10 governors to choose from. This thread is the place for all discussion related to overclocking the Victory, and which governors give you the best performance to battery-life ratio. What is overclocking? Your...
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    Permissions issues during build

    I just started building a kernel for the SPH-L300 from Samsung's JB-MC1 source. This is my first time building a kernel, in my other projects I left kernel development to other team members and concentrate on device folders and UI imrpovements, never had the issue I'm dealing with now. The...
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    Anyone got a patch for MasterKey?

    I'm currently telling my users to use ReKey from the market to patch the MasterKey vulnerability. I'm looking for a way to patch it in my current ROM for the Galaxy Victory, but I'm building with the Kitchens right now, not from source (haven't got device files configured properly to build from...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [SECURITY] Rekey Releases Patching APK for Master Key Vulnerability

    You've probably heard about the Master Key vulnerability found recently in almost all versions of Android. If not, basically there is a flaw in the signing methods used to ensure an application has not been modified by third parties. This vulnerability allows a malicious app to elevate it's...
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    Root [Sprint] [VMOBI][ROM][alpha] Sprintorious - Victorious Ported 2 Sprint [stock deodexed optimized]

    Note - The original backup Sprintorious was built from was borked. I have rebuilt with a new backup from NolanUmar, thanks! Please do a complete backup before testing. New download file is 0.1.4 Introducing Sprintorious ROM! A deodexed and optimized version of the stock goghspr firmware...
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    [HELP] Apps2SD and extSD2internalSD

    I'm working on incorporating true a2sd support for the Galaxy Victory. I had a scary but seemingly successful build last nite, but the scary issues make me want to do considerable testing before releasing it. What happened: I added support for a2sd, which is actually built into the system...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [HOW TO] Custom Boot & Shutdown Animations

    Edit: There are now two methods for putting custom bootanimations on your Victory, thanks to Blue422 for posting the links to Vincom's and smokin1377's threads on how to do the easy method! Easy method (only allows one bootanimation to play): Download this hacked bootanimation binary Copy...
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    Root [Sprint] [HOW TO] Custom Boot & Shutdown Animations

    I googled "how to make qmg files" to replace our bootanimations on the Victory, and one of the top results was this fantastic thread with step by step instrutions and video tutorial for how to use the Samsung Theme Designer: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189934 Here are...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] Stock 4.1.2 Deodexed (no optimization)

    For those who want to be able to theme without installing a custom ROM that may or may not have all features working, here is the full stock 4.1.2 firmware rooted and deodexed with no other changes: Note- This was built from a bad backup, causing issues with the radios and MMS. Please give me...
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    Root [Virgin Mobile] [VMOBI][ROM][KERNEL] Victorious ROM + VaeVictus OC kernel (Updated 7-30-13)

    MG5 Update - Victorious-0.3.1 8-16-13 You MUST be update to the L300VPAMG5 baseband! (See this thread for instructions on updating) What's new? Nothing really, this just gets Victorious in sync with the official MG5 update. All apps have been patched and then deodexed, and the kernel is...
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    Root [Recovery] CWM-Green w/BacksideUpdater Auto-Install

    Updated 05022012! Introducing CWM Green Recovery Download CWM-Green-recovery-05022012.img here md5sum e3963b7709fe23c2ae5667e318e50d96 A ClockworkMod 5.0.2.8 based recovery for the Optimus V With extended support for automatic installation of ROM packages Via the BacksideUpdater See...
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    Root [ROOT] Virgin Mobile Security Update Now Rooted!!! Thanks jcase!!

    Great news everyone! An incredible developer at xda, handle = jcase, has helped me to root the security udpate from Virgin Mobile Instructions for manual installation of the root exploit for the security update are here...