[Q] HELP! Camera Error on all ROMS I've tried! Proposing to Girlfriend this weekend!

riazrahman · Aug 20, 2014

Hi guys, I'm freaking out!

I'm proposing to my girlfriend this weekend and the PacMan ROM I was using (4.4.2 I believe) was lagging/running out of storage, so I decided to flash to the newest 4.4.4 ROM I could find. I wanted to make sure my phone was in tip top shape for the big weekend. I booted into TWRP and took the normal steps to flash (wipe ROM,dalvik,cache) but this time I also decided to delete internal storage because I was running out previously and just kind of wanted a fresh start. I decided to try the MerkMod ROM (4.4.4) w/PA 4.4.4 micro GApps, and everything worked great (fast, no reboots) after flashing....until I tried the camera maybe a day later. I got the 'Can't connect to Camera' error, and freaked out immediately because I need to snap some selfies of the big moment this weekend! I then tried deleting the camera thru Titanium Backup and flashing PA's Google Camera module, which didn't work either.

So then I went through all of the steps to go to ND8 stock from MerkMod as outlined by CNexus in this thread. I also switched to Philz recovery. Unfortunately, the camera would also freeze up/not start on the stock ND8 ROM as well (no explicit 'cant connect to camera error' but the screen was all black and the phone froze up). TW + samsung bloat was literally about to make me throw up, so then I decided to try SlimKat 4.4.4 w/Slim GApps, and I'm still getting the camera error. I deleted the Camera2.apk in SlimSettings and downloaded Google Camera, and that didn't work either.

I have no idea what happened! I don't think there was any physical/water damage to the phone, so I don't think it's a hardware issue. Should I try to go back to an older version of the stock ROM? Did this happen because I deleted my internal storage, or used PA Gapps (I've read that both might have contributed)? If so, how do I fix this!? PLEASE HELP!

Higgs_Boson · Aug 20, 2014

riazrahman said:
Hi guys, I'm freaking out!

I'm proposing to my girlfriend this weekend and the PacMan ROM I was using (4.4.2 I believe) was lagging/running out of storage, so I decided to flash to the newest 4.4.4 ROM I could find. I wanted to make sure my phone was in tip top shape for the big weekend. I booted into TWRP and took the normal steps to flash (wipe ROM,dalvik,cache) but this time I also decided to delete internal storage because I was running out previously and just kind of wanted a fresh start. I decided to try the MerkMod ROM (4.4.4) w/PA 4.4.4 micro GApps, and everything worked great (fast, no reboots) after flashing....until I tried the camera maybe a day later. I got the 'Can't connect to Camera' error, and freaked out immediately because I need to snap some selfies of the big moment this weekend! I then tried deleting the camera thru Titanium Backup and flashing PA's Google Camera module, which didn't work either.

So then I went through all of the steps to go to ND8 stock from MerkMod as outlined by CNexus in this thread. I also switched to Philz recovery. Unfortunately, the camera would also freeze up/not start on the stock ND8 ROM as well (no explicit 'cant connect to camera error' but the screen was all black and the phone froze up). TW + samsung bloat was literally about to make me throw up, so then I decided to try SlimKat 4.4.4 w/Slim GApps, and I'm still getting the camera error. I deleted the Camera2.apk in SlimSettings and downloaded Google Camera, and that didn't work either.

I have no idea what happened! I don't think there was any physical/water damage to the phone, so I don't think it's a hardware issue. Should I try to go back to an older version of the stock ROM? Did this happen because I deleted my internal storage, or used PA Gapps (I've read that both might have contributed)? If so, how do I fix this!? PLEASE HELP!

Right now, I think the best first step for you would be to try flashing the ROM and GAPPs package with a different recovery.

https://goo.im/devs/philz_touch/CWM_Advanced_Edition/d2lte/

Navigate to the above link and download the latest zip (not md5) file to flash in your current recovery. Your current recovery will simply flash the zip file and overwrite your current recovery with PhilZ.

I personally can't see a GAPPs package causing that sort of issue, as it is not replacing code, changing libraries, or messing with the kernel. The GAPPs package is simply flashing system apps to the /system folder of the Android OS. Additionally, I use the PA GAPPs package when I flash CM11 nightlies.

A recovery can make all the difference of making sure that the correct files are being flashed to the correct areas and I, personally, find PhilZ to be the most bug-free and user-friendly.

When you boot into PhilZ, make sure you have all the files that you intend to flash on your device.

In PhilZ, the Wipe Data/Factory Reset option actually has an option to wipe the device to install a new ROM. Use that option

Install your ROM of choice and your GAPPs package. Reboot and see what happens.

Also, just had a passing thought: Did you flash a custom kernel? Did you not make a backup of your last working setup?

riazrahman · Aug 20, 2014

Higgs_Boson said:
Right now, I think the best first step for you would be to try flashing the ROM and GAPPs package with a different recovery.

https://goo.im/devs/philz_touch/CWM_Advanced_Edition/d2lte/

Navigate to the above link and download the latest zip (not md5) file to flash in your current recovery. Your current recovery will simply flash the zip file and overwrite your current recovery with PhilZ.

I personally can't see a GAPPs package causing that sort of issue, as it is not replacing code, changing libraries, or messing with the kernel. The GAPPs package is simply flashing system apps to the /system folder of the Android OS. Additionally, I use the PA GAPPs package when I flash CM11 nightlies.

A recovery can make all the difference of making sure that the correct files are being flashed to the correct areas and I, personally, find PhilZ to be the most bug-free and user-friendly.

When you boot into PhilZ, make sure you have all the files that you intend to flash on your device.

In PhilZ, the Wipe Data/Factory Reset option actually has an option to wipe the device to install a new ROM. Use that option

Install your ROM of choice and your GAPPs package. Reboot and see what happens.

Also, just had a passing thought: Did you flash a custom kernel? Did you not make a backup of your last working setup?

Thanks for your prompt and detailed reply! I did switch to Philz recovery after Odining to ND8, but I'll try again using the link you provided. Unfortunately I never made a backup, my mistake. I never explicitly tried a custom kernel, could my initial flash to MerkMod have changed the kernel?

Higgs_Boson · Aug 20, 2014

riazrahman said:
Thanks for your prompt and detailed reply! I did switch to Philz recovery after Odining to ND8, but I'll try again using the link you provided. Unfortunately I never made a backup, my mistake. I never explicitly tried a custom kernel, could my initial flash to MerkMod have changed the kernel?

Sorry. After re-reading your post, I do see where you mentioned switching to PhilZ. However, please make sure that you have the latest version of PhilZ (which can be found at the link I previously provided).

After reading up on MerkMod, I have no reason to believe that ROM to be the cause of your issues. It is OMNI ROM-based and I have run OMNI ROM on my device without any issues. I, personally, use CM11 as my daily driver. But, as long as you are using the latest PhilZ recovery and flashing D2LTE ROMs to your device, there should be no issue. Also, make sure the GAPPs package you are using matches the Android version of the ROM you are flashing (e.g. 4.4.4 GAPPs --> 4.4.4 ROM)

If you download the .MD5 version of PhilZ, you can flash that via ODIN. Good luck to you.

Also, forgot to mention it in my previous post, but congratulations in advance on your engagement!

CNexus · Aug 20, 2014

I don't think there's much to help here with. You said you odined to stock ND8 and still had the error. At that point, it definitely sounds hardware related and I would say that something is wrong with the device itself.

riazrahman · Aug 20, 2014

CNexus said:
I don't think there's much to help here with. You said you odined to stock ND8 and still had the error. At that point, it definitely sounds hardware related and I would say that something is wrong with the device itself.

Ah that's what I was afraid of :crying: I reflashed Philz and installed CM11 nightly with PA micro gapps 4.4.4 and am still getting the same issue. I did read a thread that mentioned something that Gummy ROM was the only one to work for someone in a similar situation, so I may try that. Then I think I'll try Odin to ND8 one more time just in case, and then just give up. I guess I can try to borrow a digital camera from a friend. I do still have a TEP plan with sprint so maybe they can replace the camera module at my local store without me having to pay the ridiculous $100 deductible.

One last thing, if this was kernel related, what's a good kernel for me to try?

Thank you both for your time and insight.

Higgs_Boson · Aug 20, 2014

riazrahman said:
Ah that's what I was afraid of :crying: I reflashed Philz and installed CM11 nightly with PA micro gapps 4.4.4 and am still getting the same issue. I did read a thread that mentioned something that Gummy ROM was the only one to work for someone in a similar situation, so I may try that. Then I think I'll try Odin to ND8 one more time just in case, and then just give up. I guess I can try to borrow a digital camera from a friend. I do still have a TEP plan with sprint so maybe they can replace the camera module at my local store without me having to pay the ridiculous $100 deductible.

One last thing, if this was kernel related, what's a good kernel for me to try?

Thank you both for your time and insight.

Not likely that it's kernel related if the standard kernel with CM11 didn't work. You can always try the DKP kernel, which I use, found here in the Sprint S3 development forum.

riazrahman · Aug 20, 2014

Higgs_Boson said:
Not likely that it's kernel related if the standard kernel with CM11 didn't work. You can always try the DKP kernel, which I use, found here in the Sprint S3 development forum.

Ah understood, well I just tried GummyROM and Odined to ND8 again and still no dice, so I gave up on blaming the kernel. I just don't get it...if it's a hardware issue would both of my cameras go out? Shouldn't I still be able to access the front camera if theres a short or something in my rear camera? I feel like my phone just doesn't know theres cameras attached to it because I deleted something I shouldn't have while flashing the first time around.

One last question before I try the Sprint store tomorrow...while I was using Odin I saw the re-partition option. Now I know I shouldn't touch that unless I have a .pit file, so I left it unchecked this time. However, if I did track down a pit file, could repartitioning potentially solve this issue?

Higgs_Boson · Aug 20, 2014

riazrahman said:
Ah understood, well I just tried GummyROM and Odined to ND8 again and still no dice, so I gave up on blaming the kernel. I just don't get it...if it's a hardware issue would both of my cameras go out? Shouldn't I still be able to access the front camera if theres a short or something in my rear camera? I feel like my phone just doesn't know theres cameras attached to it because I deleted something I shouldn't have while flashing the first time around.

One last question before I try the Sprint store tomorrow...while I was using Odin I saw the re-partition option. Now I know I shouldn't touch that unless I have a .pit file, so I left it unchecked this time. However, if I did track down a pit file, could repartitioning potentially solve this issue?

The only thing that repartitioning will do is restore the memory partitions in your phone in the event that one of the partitions became corrupted.

This is essentially what a PIT would be restoring:

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