[ROM][S.U.R.F.A.C.E. v1.3] ♣ICS♣ Sam's Ultra-lite ROM Fast And Completely Expandable

SamHaLeKe · Dec 19, 2011

[ROM][S.U.R.F.A.C.E. v1.3] ♣ICS♣ Sam's Ultra-lite ROM Fast And Completely Expandable

Base: ICS 4.0.3 (Teamhacksung's Build 13)
Phone:XXJVU
Apps and Framework carefully optimized
Apps and Framework Zipaligned
TK-Glitch v14 Pre 5 kernel (Live OC, Voodoo Sound, DIDLE, Init.d,...)
Latest SuperCharger (update9 rc3.2)
Latest ThunderBolt (v2.3.7)
Latest Superuser (v3.07)
Latest Busybox (v1.19.3)
Latest SQLite (v3.7.9)
Auto Zipalign @ Boot
Full SIP VoIP support (WiFi & 3G)
AOSP IML74K Browser (100%)
Swype 3.26.92.37169 (7 languages)
Updated Market (v3.4.4)
Updated Hosts file (block ads)
Updated Large APN List
Changed GPS config for Europe
Changed wifi.supplicant_scan_interval=90
No Theming (100%)
S.U.R.F.A.C.E wallpaper as default
Stripped down to The Bone (Ultra-Lite & Ultra-Fast!)

Zeam Launcher (by cloakt)
Adao File Manager
Superuser (by chainsdd)
DroidWall
Permissions (by stericson)
Rom Toolbox (by jrummy16)
Voodoo Control (by Supercurio)
DSP Manager
CM Settings
Dev Tools
NSTools

Calculator
Calendar
Camera
Email
File Manager
Gallery
HTML Viewer
Live Wallpapers (all)
Music Player
Stock Keyboard
Stock Launcher
Quick Search
Sound Recorder
User Dictionary
Visualization Wallpapers
Video Editor
Voice Dialer
...

(app/services from signed GAPPS-IML74K-121911)

Calendar
Camera
Email
Gmail
FlashPlayer
Maps
Market
Music Player
QuickPic
RealCalc
Polaris Office
Spirit FM Radio (by mikereidis)
Street View
Google Talk
Google Search
YouTube
Separate Essentials Pack provided!

AdAway
Android System Info
AppWidget Picker (/system) (by boombuler)
aTrackDog
BLN Control Free (by neldar)
Camcorder shortcut (/system)
Car Home Google (/system)
CF-Root EXT4 Tools (by chainfire)
CPU Spy (by Storm717)
Download All Files
Droidwall
GPS Aids (by ondoteam)
GPS Test
Market Enabler
Permissions (by stericson)
Record My Call
ROM Toolbox (by jrummy16)
Script Manager
SGS Kernel Flasher (by neldar)
SGS Tools (by wilsongis)
SMS Backup+
Spare Parts+
Tegrak Overclock (by Tegrak)
Terminal Emulator
Titanium Backup
TouchScreen Booster
Voltage Control (by xan)
Voodoo Control (by Supercurio)
Widgetsoid
Separate Add-on Pack provided!

Dropbox
eBay
Facebook
Flickroid
Google Docs
Google+
PayPal
Hacked Skype 2.1 v11 (by theos0o)
TuneIn Radio
Twitter
WhatsApp
xda tapatalk
Separate Add-on Pack provided!

Blue Gps icon when connected
Blue upload and download arrows
Blue main text in notification dropdowm menu
New % Battery (CM7)
Center Date in notification dropdowm menu
Shortcut for settings to the left side

ICS Trebuchet Launcher
360 Launcher
Go Launcher EX
Nemus Launcher
Regina Launcher
LauncherPro
HomeSwitcher
Separate Launcher Pack provided!

Base Updated 10/01/2012! (Multiupload)

Essentials Updated 10/01/2012! (Multiupload)

Pawitp 3.08 kernel Updated 10/01/2012! (for reverting back)

Other modems (thanks to Silky_dude, flash in CWM...)

Add-on Pack I Updated 24/12/2011

Add-on Pack II Updated 24/12/2011

Add-on Launchers Updated 28/12/2011

ICS AOSP Keyboard Updated 28/12!

ICS AOSP Gallery, VideoEditor, VoiceSearch Updated 10/01/2012!

Wallpapers

Default Swype languages: Dutch, French, German, English, Spanish, Italian, Polish

Changes in v1.3
- Based on Teamhacksungs Build 13
- updated to TK-Glitch v14 Pre 5 kernel
- updated to latest XXJVU Modem
- updated ThunderBolt!
- updated hosts file
- new DeskClock.apk
- new Music.apk

Changes in v1.2
- Based on Teamhacksungs Build 12
- upgraded to TK-Glitch v14 Pre 3 kernel
- added latest Thunderbolt scripts
- added latest SuperCharger scripts
- changed DPI to 182
- updated Swype
- added CM Settings
- added DSP Manager
- added Dev Tools
- added NSTools
- updated camera.aries.so (HD video recording, Zoom,...)

Changes in v1.1
- Based on Teamhacksungs Build 11
- Latest Pawitp linux v3.0.8 kernel (fixes GPS, Color,...)
- removed some useless stuff
- changed back to JVT modem
- changed dalvik.vm.heapsize=128m
- updated Zeam Launcher (with ICS fixes!)
- updated Essentials Add-on (Spirit FM radio, Build 11 apps, Gapps7.1,...)

Changes in v1.0:
- APN settings correctly filled (updated APN list)
- added Rom Toolbox
- added Spirit FM Radio (essentials add-on)

Changes in RC3:

- removed theming (separate CWM zip)
- calendar sync fixed (Essentials Add-on)
- face unlock fixed (Essentials Add-on)
- browser lag and white screens fixed (Essentials Add-on)
- exchange calendar sync fixed (Essentials Add-on)
- updated all Google apps and services (Essentials Add-on)
- optimized and zipaligned all Google apps and services (Essentials Add-on)

Base ROM Download File-Size
90MB

JUST PRESS THE THANKS BUTTON OR
IF YOU LIKE, YOU CAN ALWAYS BUY ME A BEER =)

Prost, Gezondheid, Skål, Kippis, Santé, Salud, Salute, Saude
Cheers, Sláinte, Slaandjivaa, Na zdorovje, Chukbae, Gan bei, Kampai, Fisehatak
Apki Lambi Umar Ke Liye

Lettering and logo made by trikkeuh - Name chosen by woolf clubs

Credits:
THX TO DocRambone FOR INSPIRING ME!!
THX TO Sicopat FOR POINTING ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION!!
THX TO Tk-Glitch FOR HIS EXCELLENT GLITCH KERNEL!!
THX TO Pikachu01 FOR HIS EXCELLENT TUNDERBOLT SCRIPTS!!

All credits to Teamhacksung's and Pawitp for providing CM9 Build 12!
Please keep in mind that this is a very early Test release of ICS and still in Alpha phase

Disclamer: If you flash this customized ICS ROM you may not go to Pawitp´s thread to complain or report bugs!
In order to complain or to report bugs in the CM9 thread you need to be on Stock CM9!

SamHaLeKe · Dec 19, 2011

Installation

download Base + Essentials and copy them to your internal sdcard
reboot into Recovery using 3-button-combo
wipe data/factory reset + wipe cache partition and dalvic cache
install Base ROM from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
don't shut down/reboot phone right after 1st boot! Wait at least 3 minutes...
reboot into Recovery using 3-button-combo
install Essentials Add-on from internal sdcard using ClockworkMod Recovery
phone will auto-reboot into ICS S.U.R.F.A.C.E.

If you got bootloops at first try, don't panic. Pull out battery, go into recovery mode and go true the flashing sequence again

Known Issues

Camera does not support scene modes
Phone unnecessarily gets data connection on device encryption password enter screen.
Cannot format external SD
Sometimes duplicates listing of external SD files in the media database
Android OS battery usage display higher than normal.
Sometime wrong SMS selected for forwarding
Format internal instead of external SD when requested to format ext. SD
Transfer speed slows down when screen off

Speed things up a bit

enable "force GPU rendering" in settings/developer options
disable "windows animation scale" in settings/developer options
disable "transition animation scale" in settings/developer options
disable "sync" in settings/accounts & sync (better battery life)
disable "data usage" in settings data usage (better battery life)
remove Talk if you don't need it (more free memory and better battery life)
remove Maps if you don't need it (more free memory and better battery life)
remove Gmail if you don't need it (more free memory and better battery life)

Frequently Asked Questions

My calendar sync isn't working!
I'll fix this in Essentials Add-on RC2

Can I mount the phone as mass storage via USB?
The default configuration is to transfer files via MTP from within android. The below command can be used to change into USB Mass Storage mode (starting from BUILD6). USB Mass Storage mode is always used in recovery.
Code:
setprop persist.sys.usb.config mass_storage,adb
Please reboot after executing the command.

I can't adb into the phone!
The build currently uses Galaxy Nexus driver due to the MTP support. Please download the driver here: http://www.multiupload.com/BUCFT8M42N. In mass storage mode (or recovery), the Nexus S driver should be used.

Can I flash other modems?
You may flash modem packages designed for CM7.

Does 3G work? Do I need to install a script for it?
3G works out of the box without the need for any script hack. If it doesn't connect, please check if you have the correct APN.

How do I take a screenshot?
The screenshot taking function is built into ICS. Hold volume down + power.

Can I use CM7 kernels?
No, the kernel has modifications to make graphics, camera, data counter and data limit work.

Can I disable LED Notification?
Yes. Untick Settings -> Display -> Pulse notification light.

Maps keeps asking me to sign in even though I'm signed in!
Ignore the sign in dialog and pull down the notification menu. Answer the request for permission. Do this a few times and Maps will work.

How do I enter Galaxy S Settings (Device Settings)?
Type "am start com.cyanogenmod.AriesParts/.AriesParts" from adb. Or starting from BUILD 7, it is available as an icon in your launcher.

How do I enter service mode?
Type "*#*#197328640#*#*" into the dialer.

Is there a Captivate/Vibrant version?
A captivate build from the same source (but with captivate config) is available here. We currently lack a developer/maintainer for Vibrant.

Does this work for I9000B?
No, the I9000B requires a different kernel configuration. A build for I9000B may be added later in the process.

What's working? Why is there only a list of issues?
Everything else not listed are supposed to be working (aside from the usual CM7 bugs). If they're not listed, please post so that they can be added to the list of issues. A list of issues is far more useful from a development standpoint.

Why am I getting notified that my data partition is getting full when I have 1+ GB free?
Your /datadata partition, a smaller partition, is getting full.

All credits to Teamhacksung's and Pawitp for providing CM9 Build 10!
Please keep in mind that this is a very early Test release of ICS and still in Alpha phase

ICS S.U.R.F.A.C.E. is just for testing purposes only and to play around with

Disclamer: If you flash this customized ICS ROM you may not go to Pawitp´s thread to complain or report bugs!
In order to complain or to report bugs in the CM9 thread you need to be on Stock CM9!

SamHaLeKe · Dec 19, 2011

To All,

Please keep in mind that this is a very early Test release of ICS and still in Alpha phase.
ICS S.U.R.F.A.C.E. is completely dependent on the releases made by Teamhacksung

It will be basically a stripped down version of Teamhacksung but with all the fixes, patches, mods, hints and tips,... found in Pawitp's thread already integrated. The Essentials pack will be basically the latest Gapps with some stuff removed, some apps added, fixes, optimied & zipaligned,...

ICS S.U.R.F.A.C.E. is just for testing purposes only and to play around with

It's a work in progress and together we can make this ready for everyday use, for YOU and everybody else

Perhaps this could take the load of postings on Pawitp's thread

-Sam-

Disclamer: If you flash this customized ICS ROM you may not go to Pawitp´s thread to complain or report bugs!
In order to complain or to report bugs in the CM9 thread you need to be on Stock CM9!

erto90 · Dec 19, 2011

Wow finally the thread!
What about vodoo control? Is fully working also for color tuning?

quiron · Dec 19, 2011

I'll try it. thanks.

LentoViolentoMan · Dec 19, 2011

Super, Thanks for all your efforts. Flashing it as we speak.

---------- Post added at 12:55 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:43 AM ----------

edit: apn not hooking again, don't know what causes it. will add manually now.

Missing a taskmanager also, as TB tends to act awkward on the ICS builds.

SamHaLeKe · Dec 20, 2011

To All,

Please keep in mind that this is a very early Test release of ICS and still in Alpha phase.
ICS S.U.R.F.A.C.E. is completely dependent on the releases made by Teamhacksung

It will be basically a stripped down version of Teamhacksung but with all the fixes, patches, mods, hints and tips,... found in Pawitp's thread already integrated. The Essentials pack will be basically the latest Gapps with some stuff removed, some apps added, fixes, optimied & zipaligned,...

ICS S.U.R.F.A.C.E. v1.0 RC2 is just for testing purposes only and to play around with

It's a work in progress and together we can make this ready for everyday use, for YOU and everybody else

Perhaps this could take the load of postings on Pawitp's thread

-Sam-

Toastytwo · Dec 20, 2011

Any major probs anyone? Is it ready for everyday use, good signal and battery life...?
I'm still happy with darky's 10.2, but feels a bit oldschool...

(EDIT):

SamHaLeKe said:
It's a work in progress and together we can make this ready for everyday use, for YOU and everybody else

Ok, i get it!

pwlj · Dec 20, 2011

hey sam, thanks for your build!

somehow i have problems with downloading from mediafire (interrupted 5th time atm) ;/
could you upload it to some other hosting, please?
maybe its temporary, but i'm sure as hell problem isn't on my side (other things are downloading properly).

Cheers!

edit: 6th and counting -.-
8th... wtf

JJustin · Dec 20, 2011

Thanks Teamhacksung and Sam! I need my phone in working conditions for the next few days but hopefully I'll flash it soon!

How do you guys like the ram management of ICS? Have you tried playing heavy games on it yet like shadowgun, sleepy jack, modern combat 3?

SamHaLeKe · Dec 20, 2011

erto90 said:
Wow finally the thread!
What about vodoo control? Is fully working also for color tuning?

Voodoo Control is working perfectly fine, except for the color tuning.
I'm sure Pawip or another brave kernel developer will release something soon

LentoViolentoMan said:
Super, Thanks for all your efforts. Flashing it as we speak.

---------- Post added at 12:55 AM ---------- Previous post was at 12:43 AM ----------

edit: apn not hooking again, don't know what causes it. will add manually now.

Missing a taskmanager also, as TB tends to act awkward on the ICS builds.

It could well be that the integrated APN list is not readed correctly in ICS. I will investigate this.

Please be aware that the task manager is completely renewed in ICS.
Just long-press the home button and swype the apps you want to remove

TB is working fine for me but I'm sure updates to that app for ICS will follow soon also

Toastytwo said:
Any major probs anyone? Is it ready for everyday use, good signal and battery life...?
I'm still happy with darky's 10.2, but feels a bit oldschool...

(EDIT):

Ok, i get it!

No "major" probs, it's ready for everyday use as far as I'm concerned

Flash ahead, you'll be amazed... The rom runs exceptionally well for an alpha build and I've yet to run into a FC myself.

SamHaLeKe · Dec 20, 2011

pwlj said:
hey sam, thanks for your build!

somehow i have problems with downloading from mediafire (interrupted 5th time atm) ;/
could you upload it to some other hosting, please?
maybe its temporary, but i'm sure as hell problem isn't on my side (other things are downloading properly).

Cheers!

edit: 6th and counting -.-
8th... wtf

Relax man, I'll upload it to multiupload or something

Cheers!

JJustin said:
Thanks Teamhacksung and Sam! I need my phone in working conditions for the next few days but hopefully I'll flash it soon!

How do you guys like the ram management of ICS? Have you tried playing heavy games on it yet like shadowgun, sleepy jack, modern combat 3?

If you flash this ROM your phone will be working alright JJustin

Perhaps better stick to S.U.R.F.A.C.E. v8.0 (Samsung version) to be in a more stable environment?

I played, Asphalt 6 Adrenaline, Can Knockdown II, Samurai II Vengeance, Dungeon Hunter II, Nova II,... without any errors or lag, just as on Samsung ROM's

SamHaLeKe · Dec 20, 2011

Multiupload links added @ 1st post

Onraad · Dec 20, 2011

Just flashed the updated base (RC2) and essentials (still RC1?), and I still can't get my calendar to sync. Same problem as before on RC1. I did a factory reset and wiped cache/dalvik cache after I flashed base+essentials.

Is it working for anyone else? Also, just a minor thing, in 'about phone' it still says Surface RC1.

edit: I also cannot get my APN to work.. I filled in all the fields, although I don't understand why this would be necessary. I don't really know what to fill in the 'server' field, right now I have http://live.vodafone.com but I'm not sure if that's correct, because it's always been empty.

KSTu · Dec 20, 2011

screenshots?

DaXmax · Dec 20, 2011

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jenablinsky · Dec 20, 2011

nice sam! thanks!

wonsky21 · Dec 20, 2011

Sam, should I use a teamhacksung's ICS build 10 as base to flash your ICS? Or maybe I cam flash straight from cm7, like teamhacksung's release?

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Onraad · Dec 20, 2011

wonsky21 said:
Sam, should I use a teamhacksung's ICS build 10 as base to flash your ICS? Or maybe I cam flash straight from cm7, like teamhacksung's release?

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I think you should be fine if you do a factory reset/wipe (dalvik) cache and then flash ICS Surface. You can just follow the instructions from the first page..

wonsky21 · Dec 20, 2011

Onraad said:
I think you should be fine if you do a factory reset/wipe (dalvik) cache and then flash ICS Surface. You can just follow the instructions from the first page..

Yes, I can read ;-) But my question is what rom should I flash first, because I assume it's not stock sammy rom

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