Version 4.x of xtrROM continues forward progress in the xtrROM build! checkout the change log for a full list and details. This ROM has a Vanilla feel but is based on the core HTC framework to embrace the data synchronization options and closely coordinated apps offered by HTC (e.g. the music controls build into the lock screen). I am reliant on my phone at work so stability and a consistent and fast user experience are the top priority for xtrROM. If folks continue to enjoy this configuration then I will look to carry on my quest as a new Android developer and add features and enhance this fast reliable everyday ROM. If you like the HTC Sense experience then be sure to check out
xtrSENSE.
Remember to donate to the developers that make this possible!
Credits:
bertoch for hosting and helping me understand Linux
dsixda for his time saving kitchen
Zanfur for kernel with full OC support
jcase for the live wallpapers work
Damageless and TrevE for a model on how to do apps2sd (originally based on tkirton's Darktremor A2SD work) and other boot settings
gr0gmint on how to make jit (mostly) work with HTC ROMs
thenestor on help with the DroidXIME keyboard
firestrife23 for helping me understand permission issues with the init.d process
t2noob on the July patch process
vash8806 for Flash 10
xda member beta testers (you ROCK)
other xda members for tips and tricks
Base xtrROM Features:
- All the goodness of Android 2.1 with Root access and Superuser (2.3.2.1) permissions
- Vanilla feel from removing HTC "bloat"; while embracing reliable HTC sync and app coordination
- Over clock support - default settings up to 710400
- Apps2sd support (see instructions below)
- Live wallpapers as a separate module you can install
- Customized theme including wallpapers, phone dialer, keyboard, and other small touches...
- Lean and very crisp running ROM - it almost "feels" lighter in your hand!
- Incorporation of a customized opensource app called GScript to on/off Apps2sd, Cache2sd, and JIT settings with one-click
- Modular design for a tailored user experience (only install and turn on what YOU want!)
- Designed to be a stable everyday ROM
- Check out the change log below to see details
Download xtrROM4.0.6.1:
http://zach.xtr.i6ix.com/xtrROM4.0.6.1zip
MD5 Checksum: 4d50fce78531f22eb31774058978c0bf
For xtrROM4.x all toggles for Apps2sd, Cache2sd, and JIT are now incorporated into GScript. Live Wallpapers is the ONLY .zip file that is included on your SD card (old .zip files are removed from the SD card when ROM is installed).
Looking for a slightly more vanilla feel? try the
TaintedTenzo ROM
xtrROM4.x Modules and Controls:
GScript
For xtrrom4.x I have compiled and incorporated the open source GScript app (see
gscript-android - Project Hosting on Google Code) to load and one-click run user settings. PLEASE NOTE THIS REPLACES THE .ZIP FLASH TOGGLES FOR APPS2SD AND JIT.
To setup your GScripts complete the following steps:
1. After opening GScript press the menu button and select "Add script"
2. A new window will open.
3. Press the Load file button
4. Select a script from the list (each is obviously named as to its function)
5. Ensure Needs SU? is checked
6. Now select "Save" and you have added your script
7. To run just select it from the list in the main GScript screen
8. You must reboot the phone for the change to take effect.
After running a script, just touch the screen to stop GScript from auto closing.
Live Wallpapers
Live Wallpapers is a flashable module to this ROM. I have included my favorite for you to try and you can get others from the Market. Many of the live wallpapers from the market DO NOT function well on our Eris or do not "stick" after reboot, our hardware is underpowered for most and I also find them to be a battery drain. That said I still run a few at times because they are just COOL
!
To add live wallpaper functionality just flash the zip file that is installed on your SD card during ROM update
Wired Tether
For wired tether to work you must make sure that your computer has the appropriate RNDIS drivers. Learn how to do this at the android-wired-tether
Wiki.
DroidX Keyboard
Since a number of users liked the stock HTC keyboard I have included it as default. If you still prefer the xtrROM themed DroidX keyboard then long press an input field and select Input Mode.
Clear HTC Lockscreen
It is my personal favorite and since I make the ROM I get to pick
. However, since others like solid lockscreens I have included four xtrROM themed options at sdcard/ LockscreenWallpaper/ for you to try. To update the lockscreen go to the Photos app - select the photo you want - select the Set as option - and then select lockscreen. At this time I have no easy way for you to go back to the clear lockscreen (maybe in the future) so choose wisely