UC vs. OEM

[sputnik]

I'm currently running DCD 3.0.1, and looking to upgrade to 3.2.2, so I'm trying to figure out whether to use UC or OEM to install my apps. I've read through lots and lots of threads related to both UC & OEM, but can't find any definitive answer as to which is the better method. I would imagine it depends, but depends on what?

From what I can come up with:

UC - pro - easy to change without having to rebuild the ROM
UC - con - need to have SD card in (yes, a minor con, but I had to write something)
OEM - pro - get back to your "optimal" setting quickly - doesn't require installation of apps
OEM - con - need to rebuild ROM to make any change, whether large or small, then reflash

note: I did try searching, so I apologize if there is a post/thread explaining this...

[serfboreds]

I think that you having a hard time finding a con for UC shows that it is the strongest most stable solution.

OEM is good for some things and installs those things a bit quicker being that they are included in the ROM. UC is a bit slow, but I know that if my sdconfig.txt file is written right things happen the way they should. It is also always there on your card when you need it. This way you can flash everything from your phone without ever needing to connect to the PC (if you have wifi or data plan).

Use UC and post your sdconfig.txt file for us to review if you need more information. Learn more here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=366337).

[gc14]

UC is better.

What happens when your favorite program gets updated? With cab installs, you can just overwrite the older cab.

Also, with OEM's, yes you don't have to install anything after the flash, but the more OEM's you include in the ROM, the bigger the ROM. It'll take longer to flash than a clean ROM.

If you don't know what you're doing with OEM's and initflash files, you could also end up with a crap ton of bloat in \Windows bogging down the device even further.

Once UC is setup, and your config file is written, it's very easy to make simple changes to the config. In the long run, it's much more clean, efficient, and easier to maintain.

[sputnik]

Looks like I'll be going to UC route, then...thanks for the replies.

(and I've had Sleuth's UC thread bookmarked since he posted it :) )