[First Look]AOSP Rom for Galaxy S8(+)

MrNegative370

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Sounds too good to be true, g955u (TMobile) will never see this hell my asop dream has been dead, so all other roms have been fake asop. Well at least for my device . Torture coming from a recalled Nexus 6p
 

TheBigEasy88

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Sounds too good to be true, g955u (TMobile) will never see this hell my asop dream has been dead, so all other roms have been fake asop. Well at least for my device . Torture coming from a recalled Nexus 6p
For the first time on XDA, we have ourselves a member whose forum name actually matches their posting style. At least we know now, that when we see the name 'MrNegative370', there's no need to read his posts unless you're in a negative mood yourself. LOL
 
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YandereSan

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Not to rain on anyone's parade, but I'd probably agree with MrNegative there. Given their track record, it's painfully clear that Samsung has no intention to sell directly to the customer - meaning they will never unlock their bootloader as their contract forbids it. So, unless some rogue employee leaks all of their internal software or a massive exploit is found, my hopes of an AOSP rom on Snapdragon is pretty low - especially when TWRP essentially relies on it.

Is Samsung to blame? Not really. It's the carriers who want branded devices and to push "their" experience onto you. Locking a bootloader, aside for security, also ensures that you can't tamper with their software and harm their brand.

If you want Snapdragon, a better bet is Google or OnePlus - the companies that don't use cancer like CSC and sell directly to the customer.

I am however very grateful that someone took upon the task of developing an AOSP port for the Exynos chipset. Video looks awesome, and I can't wait.
 
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MrNegative370

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Well, yeah you're right. I can't argue with that mate. Just to be clear I'm not a mean person, I just expect the worst so I'm not let down. Really tho I'm a nice guy, if you can look past the unshakeable pessimistic life views I have (and don't mention). Idk I just wanted to say ur right, my posts are less than positive but that doesn't take away the fact I am still greatful for anyone innovative. tldr; I'm negative but won't go looking for oposition. Hence my 2+ years of lurking and quiet thumbs up for those who are deserving.
For the first time on XDA, we have ourselves a member whose forum name actually matches their posting style. At least we know now, that when we see the name 'MrNegative370', there's no need to read his posts unless you're in a negative mood yourself. LOL