Help Razr Maxx Getting Very Slow...

imcomininhot · Mar 18, 2014

So, CMod could be used with any android version? (Whether ics, jB, etc?)
And by the sounds of it - oh, so rom's aren't necessarily an OS, but just a modified root directory - ("light balllb") -
So in that case, has anyone reverted back to ICS?
Why would anyone do that?
- because it's more basic, less technologically advanced... by so doing one could expect the phone to perform better because the device could be less taxed by the operating system... And do we really gain "that much more" by updating to the latest version? How? Anyone? I never liked ICS, it made my razr super glitchy, super bloated... Should've read these forums long ago.

doniago · Mar 18, 2014

It would be more accurate to say that ROMs are essentially "alternate versions" of OS'es, I think. They're built on the backs of the stock versions, but then incorporate changes. CyanogenMod for instance, up to a certain version had a Jellybean base (ICS before that, etc.), but the more recent versions are using KitKat for their base, at least for the Droid RM. If you didn't want KitKat you could still use an earlier version of CM.

I don't believe it's quite correct to say they're simply modified root directories, and I'm almost certain you can't just "go back" to ICS...while I suppose I could try reloading an earlier CM version onto my phone, I'm disinclined to try while it's my primary device...though if you'd like to buy me a new phone...

imcomininhot · Mar 19, 2014

Gotcha. Well I must ask then, I suppose that KitKat is suppose to be a more functional version of android - in which on a stock RAZR device, this would prove to generally be taxing on the 'now obsolete' hardware... Wherein as KitKat would run better on a new device - hypothetically.
So the question, who is running what version/rom configuration and what do that like or dislike about it?
Perhaps one could literally tweek and modify their configuration to perform like a proverbial dream -
Tell us about it. I wanna read - I'd like to settle on whether to stay with JB, or update and mod KK

doniago · Mar 20, 2014

Actually I think I've heard that KK is supposed to be more streamlined than ICS. At any rate it's running pretty effectively on my phone, though since I'm using a CM build of it I don't know how it might differ from a stock build...but then, there's no stock build of KK available for the RM...

Anyway, I'm running a Nightly build of CM right now. I've had issues with my wi-fi dropping, but toggling it restores the connection...other than that, I don't think I have any complaints.

dynomike12 · Mar 27, 2014

I had a huge amount of emails in my email POP account. Deleting the emails worked for me. However, be sure you have a copy somewhere else first (e.g. computer setup with POP, email server, etc.). Also, not sure how this would work for IMAP and deleting IMAP will delete from email server.

imcomininhot · Mar 29, 2014

doniago said:
Actually I think I've heard that KK is supposed to be more streamlined than ICS. At any rate it's running pretty effectively on my phone, though since I'm using a CM build of it I don't know how it might differ from a stock build...but then, there's no stock build of KK available for the RM...

Anyway, I'm running a Nightly build of CM right now. I've had issues with my wi-fi dropping, but toggling it restores the connection...other than that, I don't think I have any complaints.

A nightly build of CM? Are your referring to CM progressing like guys are still coding on a daily basis? (duh, dumb q I know)
And where can I read up on installing this on my stock Maxx? I wanna do it, just not sure how to.

doniago · Mar 31, 2014

CM releases a new build basically daily, yeah, though generally I'd recommend focusing on the "Stable" builds. If you have CM installed there's an addition to the system settings where you can check (automatically or manually) for daily or stable builds and download them/install them automatically. Kinda cool.

Here's info for how to install it. I don't think you can brick your phone accidentally or such, but be very careful: How to Install CyanogenMod on Motorola Droid RAZR/RAZR MAXX (CDMA) ("spyder") - CyanogenMod

Also, I highly recommend installing the relevant version of GAPPS (Google Apps) at the same time. Make sure you get the correct version of GAPPS for the version of CM you'll be running. I've screwed that up a couple of times; it's more an annoyance than a disaster, but still...

I've occasionally had a new install of CM seem to crash out the first time around only to update properly on a restart, so, as with anything ROM-related, patience is a virtue.

i'm hardly an expert as far as any of this goes, but if you have questions I can take a shot at answering them.

moveweight · Apr 2, 2014

having similar issues ....
http://androidforums.com/motorola-droid-razr-razr-maxx/838967-razr-maxx-keeps-crashing.html

imcomininhot · Apr 3, 2014

Na, I think it's pretty cool that this development is continuing for the razr, be that as it kinda is: an obsolete devise - when compared to the hardware of the s4, but here's a question is CM daily builds the same/ applicable to the s4, or is it a totally different group of coders?
The reason I ask is that I'm anticipating getting the s4... Selling my 5s for several reasons... Tho, even tho the s4 has been around, seems like it will continue to be that of an icon for a while.
I mean, after all, the razr Maxx is a very competent & functional device... The s4 should be that for a long time.
So again, will CM function in samsungs s4?
Wait, the s5 is out - but I'm sure development on that device will take a while to be stable... Assuming so

RBEmerson · Apr 6, 2014

Doing power cycles (on / off / on) and rebuilding the swap partition both help. CleanSweep, used when things begin to slow up, is useful, too, although it's short-term relief. And it's a little pushy about its widgets. But it does work.

One other possibility is raised with an app called LagFix. How and why it works is past the scope of this area and best left in the root area. NTL, I recommend looking into what it does. The big question is whether it will work with the RAZR MAXX. I've been in touch with the author. He unfortunately does not have a definite "100% works" or "Don't Do It!!" answer. Soooooo...

Has anyone used LagFix on a DROID RAZR MAXX? I see a post above from Skraggy. Are you still reading this thread??

I'll raise the question in root-land, too. In fact, that's probably where this question belongs. See this thread.

kiwi93 · Apr 7, 2014

Thom said:
It is almost certain that you need a Factory Data Reset.

... Thom

I did a factory reset on my Razr Maxx a couple weeks ago but after reinstalling a few apps it has now slowed down again to the state it was in before. How can I figure out which apps are slowing it down? Or it it a more general problem that needs a different solution?

Thom · Apr 7, 2014

Battery Savers are notorious for grinding performance down. If you have one installed ... immediately remove it and reboot.

Try running in Safe Mode (disabling all apps you added without uninstalling them). The page at ... Safe Mode - DROID RAZR / RAZR MAXX by MOTOROLA ... tells you how.

If the problems disappear when in Safe Mode then they are caused by an app that you added. If that is the case then you remove a few apps at a time and run that way for a while (a few hours) and remove a few more and run that way for a while ... until eventually you zero in on the offender.

The alternative is to start from a Factory Data Reset ... add a few apps ... run that way for a while ... and repeat the process until the problem starts again.

... Thom

Deleted User · Jun 8, 2014

phoebeusfenix said:
Data partition wipe did the trick for me!

What do you mean by a data partition wipe?

Thom · Jun 8, 2014

Wipe Cache Partition - DROID RAZR / RAZR MAXX by MOTOROLA

Performing a wipe cache partition removes any temporary files that may be causing an issue with the device. All personal files and settings are not affected by this option.

Power the device off.

Press the Power button then select Power off.

If the device doesn't respond to input, press and hold the Volume Up/Down then press and hold Power button. When the device screen goes blank, release the Power button while continuing to hold Volume Up/Down then proceed with step 3.
Press and hold the Volume Up/Down then press the Power button.
When presented with the Boot Mode Selection Menu, release all buttons.
Press Volume Down to select Recovery then press Volume Up.
From the Droid triage screen:
1. Press and hold Volume down.
2. Press and release Volume up.
3. Release Volume down.
Select wipe cache partition then press the Power button.

Use Volume keys to navigate options.
Select reboot system now then press the Power button.

Use Volume keys to navigate options.

... Thom

Deleted User · Jun 9, 2014

Oh, he meant a cache partition wipe, which was already described here.

calguy19 · Nov 21, 2016

worked for me:
1. clean cache partition
2. uninstall all Maps updates and restore to factory version

(1) alone didn't fix the problem.

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