[DEV][IDEA] Using Native Updater For Rom Updates

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I thought it might be cool if we could set the native Sense updater (In Settings>System Updates) to check for/download/install updates to roms. It would have to be modified for each rom, but probably not that hard. I did a little digging in Settings.apk, but couldn't find anything, so I started looking in Updater.apk. That is where the gold is. Everything that has to do with FOTA, System updates, anything about that is in there. On a side note, there is a smali file called PesterActivity.smali that we may be able to modify so that we don't get the notifications. Anyway, I just thought I would point the idea out so that if anyone else wants to start on it we can get it done quicker.

correct me if im wrong, but wouldn't the updater check the digital signature on the file before a flash?

Originally Posted by koszor

correct me if im wrong, but wouldn't the updater check the digital signature on the file before a flash?

I think we could set it not to. Everything that happens inside an update can be tweaked from that app I believe.

even if we did though it couldnt give S-off could it?

This is (I assume) an idea for future use. Hope I'm not putting words in OP's mouth.

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Originally Posted by YamiYaiba

This is (I assume) an idea for future use. Hope I'm not putting words in OP's mouth.

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Yup. I'm working on it, but have nothing atm

Personally, I think it's a great idea. Checking for updates would be a lot easier lol

Isn't this already do-able through Rom Manager?

Originally Posted by Zaphod-Beeblebrox

Isn't this already do-able through Rom Manager?

Assuming your ROM is on Rom Manager. I've never once used one that was.

Originally Posted by YamiYaiba

Assuming your ROM is on Rom Manager. I've never once used one that was.

How hard is it for a Dev to put their Roms there? Does Koush charge for that?

Just seems a bit easier to use an already developed solution than to re-invent the wheel. Of course if its cost prohibitive, that's another story.