I have almost lost all patients on waiting for Froyo to come out and I don't expect it to come out until late January (maybe). So...I am wanting to know....Root....or remain with Stock? What are the perks of Rooting? Why would you remain with Stock?
Just looking for a 2nd opinion on what to do, Thanks!
Currently I am running the latest Froyo version of Cognition with the JJ4 kernel and I couldn't be happier (minus the useless GPS of course, but that's a completely separate issue).
I recommend this particular ROM because it's pretty stable, very quick, and just personally like the interface (although I do use LauncherPro).
Honestly, with all the one-click downloaders for root and one-click Odin kernel swaps, and especially how easy it is to upgrade using Clockwork Mod, there's really no reason why anyone who can read and follow some simple instructions shouldn't have a quick and seamless upgrade.
Better battery, Froyo, no sign of AT&T anything, unfiltered market access, Wifi/USB tethering, and a phone that you can what YOU want with it are all good reasons to say goodbye to stock and hello to something WAY better!
Some useful thing to search for:
One-click root for Captivate
JJ4 or JI6 kernel for Captivate (preferably the Odin 1-click flashing tool)
Market Access.apk
Cognition 2.3b6
Good luck!
P.S. Backup your stuff!! This process will make it like you're getting a fresh new phone! Anything you installed, any settings you change, anything that's on the phone's internal system memory get's wiped! Make SURE you save all your contacts to the SIM card (not the SD) or sync up to your google account if use google contacts (which is amazing btw). If you approach this process knowing this, and prepare accordingly, it is SO worth it!
P.P.S. Google keeps track of at least all of the apps that you bought (and most free ones too) on the marketplace, so re-downloading and re-installing everything you had before should be fairly painless too.