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Reply # 537279 25-Oct-2011 13:17
swisshardy: Kelem: Just entering #9900# will run that function, not sure why in all the extra # 's ? Does it only work on stock sgs2 roms? I am using CM7 and i dont get anything when i type *#9900#. It's working on mine and i'm running Checkrom Revolution HD. So yes it must work on some non stock roms.

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Reply # 537281 25-Oct-2011 13:25
lokhor: What modem do you use on XT? I'm currently running KG5, previously KI3. I find both fine, but I live within an urban area and don't often leave it so don't really put them to the test. My main reason for trying other modems is for wifi range. Some seem to work better than others, and KG5 seems to give me the best range. Kelem: Just entering #9900# will run that function, not sure why in all the extra # 's ? Because that was the original code I was given and that's how I remember it. I keep forgetting the short version. ;) asmcar: swisshardy: Does it only work on stock sgs2 roms? I am using CM7 and i dont get anything when i type #9900#. It's working on mine and i'm running Checkrom Revolution HD. So yes it must work on some non stock roms. I don't think it'll work on CM or MIUI. They're not based on Samsung sources, so won't use Samsung codes. Phone:* Samsung Galaxy S2 Ingress: Enlightened

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Reply # 537309 25-Oct-2011 15:04
LeoMars75 Rom Revolution 2.7.1 - XXK13 Baseband I9100XXKG5 CWM, Titanium Backup pro,...including a whole of stuff that i have no idea about.

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Reply # 537333 25-Oct-2011 16:07
I am currently running Dlev 2.1 Rom but noticed that my actual clock in the phone is running slow??? Its losing minutes a day, anyone else come across this?

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Reply # 537341 25-Oct-2011 16:20
kiwitrc: I am currently running Dlev 2.1 Rom but noticed that my actual clock in the phone is running slow??? Its losing minutes a day, anyone else come across this? Nope: https://market.android.com/details?id=ru.org.amip.ClockSync&hl=en CPU: Intel 3770k\| RAM: F3-2400C10D-16GTX G.Skill Trident X \|MB: Gigabyte Z77X-UD5H-WB \| GFX: GV-N660OC-2GD gv-n660oc-2gd GeForce GTX 660 \| Monitor: Dell 2007wfp \| TV capture: Hauppauge WinTV HVR-900 & Nova-S-Plus Software: Windows 8 Pro dvbviewer v4.9.6.20

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Reply # 537344 25-Oct-2011 16:24
mentalinc: kiwitrc: I am currently running Dlev 2.1 Rom but noticed that my actual clock in the phone is running slow??? Its losing minutes a day, anyone else come across this? Nope: https://market.android.com/details?id=ru.org.amip.ClockSync&hl=en Thanks but I didnt have this issue on stock (or the NTP app) unless NTP or sync is built into stock possibly?

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Reply # 537346 25-Oct-2011 16:32
kiwitrc: I am currently running Dlev 2.1 Rom but noticed that my actual clock in the phone is running slow??? Its losing minutes a day, anyone else come across this? That's most likely a kernel problem. I know that Siyah had some clock issues for a little while, which were fixed in code. I'm not sure which kernel Dlev 2.1 is using. 3.0 uses a recent Ninphetamine build, which might be a bit better. Have a check (Settings > About phone > Kernel version) to see if it's the latest build, and if not then try upgrading. You could also take a look at SpeedMod (very stable kernel) or Siyah (lots of CPU governor flexibility) to see if they suit you better. Alienware M17x R2: i7-740QM \| AMD 5870M 1GB CrossfireX \| 6GB DDR3-1333 \| 1TB HDD \| BD-ROM Samsung Galaxy S II: CyanogenMod 10.1 nightlies

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Reply # 537350 25-Oct-2011 16:38
nzgeek: kiwitrc: I am currently running Dlev 2.1 Rom but noticed that my actual clock in the phone is running slow??? Its losing minutes a day, anyone else come across this? That's most likely a kernel problem. I know that Siyah had some clock issues for a little while, which were fixed in code. I'm not sure which kernel Dlev 2.1 is using. 3.0 uses a recent Ninphetamine build, which might be a bit better. Have a check (Settings > About phone > Kernel version) to see if it's the latest build, and if not then try upgrading. You could also take a look at SpeedMod (very stable kernel) or Siyah (lots of CPU governor flexibility) to see if they suit you better. Thanks NZgeek, its Siyah V1.8 so maybe thats the issue? I see Dlev is dropping 3.1 tomorrow so I might wait and load that up.

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Reply # 537353 25-Oct-2011 16:41
What sort of battery life are you guys seeing? standby + screen time would be most useful. So far I haven't been able to get a full day (18hrs) of life yet, and it dies after around 2.5hrs of screen time and 12-14hrs total on time. Current Devices: Samsung Galaxy S3 Old Devices: SGS I9000, HTC Sensation, SGSII I9100, Asus Transformer Associate Editor-in-Chief for AndroidNZ.net TelecomTech is a sponsored blog reviewing the latest in communications technology. All comments are my own opinion, and not that of my employer unless explicitly stated.

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Reply # 537354 25-Oct-2011 16:41
kiwitrc: Thanks NZgeek, its Siyah V1.8 so maybe thats the issue? I see Dlev is dropping 3.1 tomorrow so I might wait and load that up. It's quite possible. Siyah has been a bit hit-and-miss in terms of quality - sometimes you get a version that works nicely (e.g. 2.1 beta 5, which I'm running right now), and other times you get versions with bugs. If you're not in a hurry, wait for Dlev 3.1 to drop. That should be using Ninphetamine 2.1.3, which has been around for a while and appears to be fairly stable (as well as supporting things like BLN support). If you want the problem fixed sooner rather than later, you can either download Ninphetamine yourself, or look at SpeedMod. Either one should work better for you than Siyah 1.8. Alienware M17x R2: i7-740QM \| AMD 5870M 1GB CrossfireX \| 6GB DDR3-1333 \| 1TB HDD \| BD-ROM Samsung Galaxy S II: CyanogenMod 10.1 nightlies

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Reply # 537401 25-Oct-2011 19:34
Heres some screen dumps from my phone today, Im running Siyahkernel 1.8 without issue, in fact it has achieved the best results of all i have tried....

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Reply # 537521 26-Oct-2011 06:10
nzgeek: kiwitrc: Thanks NZgeek, its Siyah V1.8 so maybe thats the issue? I see Dlev is dropping 3.1 tomorrow so I might wait and load that up. It's quite possible. Siyah has been a bit hit-and-miss in terms of quality - sometimes you get a version that works nicely (e.g. 2.1 beta 5, which I'm running right now), and other times you get versions with bugs. If you're not in a hurry, wait for Dlev 3.1 to drop. That should be using Ninphetamine 2.1.3, which has been around for a while and appears to be fairly stable (as well as supporting things like BLN support). If you want the problem fixed sooner rather than later, you can either download Ninphetamine yourself, or look at SpeedMod. Either one should work better for you than Siyah 1.8. Flashed Ninphetamine yesterday and this morning the time is still spot on so it seems I had an issue with Siyah kernal, thanks again.

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Reply # 537810 26-Oct-2011 16:18
Without dredging! whats everyone flashing? whats leading the way in custom firmware for the SGSII Im about to take the plunge and grab one, what would you recomend flashing?

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Reply # 537811 26-Oct-2011 16:20
Vivasanti: Without dredging! whats everyone flashing? whats leading the way in custom firmware for the SGSII Im about to take the plunge and grab one, what would you recomend flashing? Dlev's 3.1. If you haven't rooted already, flash something like Hardcore's Speedmod with Odin, and then flash Dlev's from CWM recovery. Life is mostly froth and bubble, two things stand like stone - kindness in another's trouble, courage in your own. SGSIII ROM: WanamLite v1.3 Kernel: Ninphetamine v1.1.0 Modem: DXLEA SGSII (Now belongs to SWMBO) ROM: WanamLite v12 Kernel: Siyah v3.3.2 Modem: BVLPB SGS (Cat's chew toy) If you need a download-mode jig ASAP, you're welcome to borrow mine! Works with SGS I/II/III. I also have a SIM cutter available (Dunedin) - happy to post either to you at your cost.

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Reply # 537817 26-Oct-2011 16:24
nofam: Vivasanti: Without dredging! whats everyone flashing? whats leading the way in custom firmware for the SGSII Im about to take the plunge and grab one, what would you recomend flashing? Dlev's 3.1. If you haven't rooted already, flash something like Hardcore's Speedmod with Odin, and then flash Dlev's from CWM recovery. +1

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