Fast Five the Movie: Official Game HD (HVGA)

Fast Five the Movie: Official Game HD (HVGA) 

The explosive franchise built on speed is back with Fast Five, and this model comes fully loaded! Play as Brian O'Conner on the wrong side of the law and assemble an elite team of top racers. Get behind the wheel of your dream car to battle opponents in the ultimate high-stakes racing game that follows the movie storyline.

Features

• Escape hard-nosed federal agent Luke Hobbs by tearing up the streets of Rio de Janeiro, the Dominican Republic, Hong Kong and more!
• Get behind the wheel of famous cars from the film, including the latest Dodge Challenger 2011 and Dodge Charger 2011
• Discover the unbelievable Rewind Time feature and get a second chance at taking a nasty corner or avoiding a pile-up.
• Devastating events during the races: elements of the environment will collapse or explode, changing the track and creating new obstacles!
• Impressive realization with fluid animation - even during high speed boosts - and real-time reflection of the roadside on your car.
• Intense Multiplayer mode: share the action with your friends or go online in races for up to 10 players!

Download Links:
Fast Five APK
Fast Five Gamedata


Instructions:
Install game apk. and then copy game data folder to "sdcard/gameloft/games/"

Captain America for Android HVGA Devices

Captain America for Android HVGA Devices

Captain America- game by Marvel is now optimised for hvga devices like Samsung Galaxy Ace, LG Optimus One/Me and all other HVGA Android mobiles. Enjoy.

Play as Captain America the First Avenger. Stop the Red Skull!

Sentinel of Liberty features stunning HD graphics! Play as the Super Soldier Captain America in this epic action game. As WW2 rages, Red Skull is leading HYDRA as they build super weapons that will turn the tide of the war. To make matters worse, Falsworth, Dum Dum Dugan and Bucky have been captured. Go behind enemy lines to rescue them and put an end to the sinister plot. Use your unbreakable shield to battle, block, and maneuver your way on what seems like a suicide mission.

 

 

Download Links:

Captain America APK

Captain America GameData

 

Instructions:

Install apk and put “com.marvel.capinstaller” in SD/Android/Data (Install on airplane mode)

If you face any lags then follow the below instructions.

If your phone is rooted, install chainfire 3d, download plugins for NVIDIA,POVERVR, activate reduce texture size option and i hope that it would stop the lag..
P.S: You can find chanfire 3d free at android market (You have to root your phone first, if you haven't done it already.

GUN BROS for Android HVGA Devices

GUN BROS for Android HVGA Devices 

Don't be a T.O.O.L... Enlist with the GUN BROS today!

The Freakishly Rugged Advanced Genetics Galactic Enforcement Division (AKA F.R.A.G.G.E.D) specializes in the development and deployment of superhuman special agents. Headed since its formation by the brilliant soldier-turned-scientist Mother Gun, its current roster consists of only two active field operatives, code-named Percy and Francis Gun. Their lifelong mission: to protect the cosmos from the Tyrannical Oppressors of Life known as T.O.O.L.

Like a super-powered fungus gone haywire, the evil T.O.O.L organization has grown from the dankest levels of the criminal underworld to spread its own brand of malevolent funk to every corner of the galaxy. Most recently, they've set their sights on harvesting the rare element Xplodium in an effort to create even more powerful weapons to enslave the universe... But not if the GUN BROS have anything to do about it!

• Form your own Brotherhood: Add your Game Center friends to form your brotherhood- your brothers will help protect you and destroy the T.O.OL enemies. Every time a friend uses your Brother, you gain valuable experience to help your progress, even if you're not currently in the game!

• Non-stop 3D Action shooter: The waves of T.O.O.L enemies just keep on coming and you and your brother need to have some serious out-of-this-world shooting skills to take those repugnant space bullies down!

• The Bros like Big Guns: Tons of insanely powerful Guns, Armor and other explosive power-ups to get your hands on in the F.R.A.G.G.E.D Armory.

Download Links:

Gun Bros APK

Gun Bros GameData

DARK for Android HVGA Devices

DARK for Android HVGA Devices

D.A.R.K Android Apk Game by EA Sports,Full Of Action, 3d graphics,sci-fi action-RPG Android Game is D.A.R.K.Earth has Marines, space has D.A.R.K. Squadron. After losing contact with the USS Storm Bringer, a group of elite soldiers from D.A.R.K. Squadron has been sent in to investigate. Explore the labyrinthine corridors of the super-ship in this sci-fi action-RPG and uncover the mystery. Fight waves of deadly enemies, solve ingenious puzzles, and defeat enormous bosses as you uncover the shocking truth about the Storm Bringer.

D.A.R.K. Android Apk Game Highlights
• Massive single-player campaign will have you playing for hours on end.
• Huge variety of gameplay, from gunfights to puzzles, ensures you're always on your toes.
• Atmospheric soundtrack and intense weapon sound effects turn the action up to 11.
• Explore the ship for upgrades and cash, and develop your character how you see fit.
• Haunting narrative will keep you on your toes and immerse you in the gritty sci-fi world.
• Cutting-edge 3D graphics look absolutely stunning and will push your hardware to the max.
• The intuitive and customizable control scheme makes killing enemies with precision both fun and simple.
• Countless weapons and items to find and upgrade add a level of depth not found in other games.
• Three difficulty levels to choose from so anyone can play, whether you're a novice or veteran player.
• Full support for achievements and leaderboards so you can see how you stack up against other player
* Xperia Play optimized! Released By The Market Militia-

Release Notes: Everytime it asks to activate a trial, just press ok.

Download Links: 

D.A.R.K. APK

D.A.R.K. Game Data

QUAKE 2 for Android HVGA Devices

 QUAKE 2

Quake II takes place in a science fiction environment. In the single-player game, the player assumes the role of a Marine named Bitterman taking part in "Operation Alien Overlord", a desperate attempt to protect Earth from alien invasion by launching a counter-attack on the home planet of the hostile cybernetic  Strogg civilization. Most of the other soldiers are captured or killed almost as soon as they enter the planet's atmosphere, so it falls upon Bitterman to penetrate the Strogg capital city alone and ultimately to assassinate the Strogg leader, Makron.

Quake 2 for Android HVGA Devices like Samsung Galaxy Ace, LG Optimus One/Me and all other HVGA Devices.

Download Links: 

Quake 2 APK

Quake 2 GameData

Instructions:
Extract the Gamedata & Copy "baseq2" folder directly to the sdcard (Don't create or copy to any other folders).

Avatar HD (HVGA)

Avatar HD (HVGA)

Go deeper into the spectacular world of James Cameron's Avatar™ and embark on a journey of redemption and discovery two decades prior to the events in the film. As Cpt. Ryan Lorenz, you'll transmit your consciousness into the body of an experimental human-Na'vi hybrid, becoming the first avatar. Can you anticipate the powerful transformation about to unfold? Will you use your new powers to save the Na'vi, or will you work with the humans to destroy their world? Features

• Uncover an original story that takes place two decades prior to the film and learn how the first avatar came to be.
• Go on a journey of exploration, danger and adventure in an unimaginable world. Fight for survival in tense action sequences against ferocious beasts and carnivorous plants. When the battle reaches its height, take to the skies of Pandora on a banshee in epic shoot'em-up sequences.
• Join the Na'vi in their native village. Help protect their world by accepting their mission: To fight against and conquer the human invaders.
• Explore every aspect of Pandora, the world created by James Cameron. Discover 15 levels, from the human-built mines and military strongholds to beautiful waterfalls and lush jungles that come alive at night with bioluminescent plants.
• Discover Na'vi fighting techniques. Train your precision as you master the bow, perform combos with your fighting staff, and deploy the humans' high-powered energy weapons.
• The voice of Neytiri in the movie narrates the epic story.

Game Fix

- Download Chainfire 3D 1.7 unpack it then install.
- Download Plug-ins file, unpack it in SD.
- Open chainfire3D then allow super user.
- Select the CF3D Driver, and then Install. Phone restarts.
- Start the Chainfire3D and select the item Install plugin.
- Wait till it found plug-ins .zip file
- Install libGLEMU_POWERVR.zip
- Fix market setting
- After this, go to Default OpenGL settings -> Use plugin
- Choose POWERVR
- Minimize Chainfire3D
- Open Avatar

I HAVE TESTED IT WORK 100%

Download Links:

Avatar APK

Avatar Game Data

Zip password is x10miniclub

Instructions:

* Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.
* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.
* Install the game using APK file.
* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/
* Enjoy the game..!!

Brothers in Arms 2 : Global Front

Brothers in Arms 2 : Global Front

The highly acclaimed Brothers in Arms series returns for its most compelling battle yet amidst the fires of WWII. Play the solo Story mode or battle with up to 5 friends in multiplayer conflicts across 5 locations in Africa, Europe and the Pacific. Each environment and character is beautifully rendered in realistic 3D, making the action more lifelike as you dive and duck from cover to cover and assault the enemy. Pick up machine guns, bazookas, sniper rifles, flamethrowers and more, or jump inside a tank, vehicle and even a glider as you press your way through enemy lines.

Download Links: 

Brothers in Arms 2 APK + Gamedata

Instructions:

* Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.
* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.
* Install the game using APK file.
* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/
* Enjoy the game..!!

Spiderman Total Mayhem

 Spiderman Total Mayhem

Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man battles to save his beloved city! Spider-Man will need to use all of his great powers to save New York from the worst breakout of Super Villains the city has ever seen. Fight against time to stop the madness and mayhem created by the Super Villains who want to take over the city and disperse a poisonous virus! Spider-Man: Total Mayhem captures all the action, humor and fun of the Ultimate series in state-of-the-art gameplay and animations. Are you up for the challenge?

Download Links:

Spiderman Total Mayhem APK

Spiderman Total Mayhem Game Data

Instructions:

* Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.

* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.

* Install the game using APK file.

* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the game..!!

NFS Hot Pursuit

Need For Speed has been a massively hit series of the last decade, but something went wrong in its last few releases. However, now EA and Criterion Games, the studio behind the popular Burnout Paradise, have joined hands to reinvent the NFS series  and to offer the thrilling experience that NFS Most Wanted once provided.

With the launch of Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit, we will again be playing those thrilling, high-adrenaline pursuits, where a single wrong turn would mean “game’s over”. So have fun with this amazing game.

Download Links:

NFS Hot Pursuit APK

NFS Hot Pursuit Game Data

Installation

*Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer 

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /android/data/

* Hell Oh yeah

Custom Kernel

Installing different kernels on your phone.


What is a kernel?
If you search the meaning of kernel you will get many techie defination of kernel. I will try to summarize all the those defination in a simple language.
Kernel manages the interaction between the hardware and the software.



Effects of installing Custom Kernel.
* Improved performance of phone.
* Improved Speed
* Battery performance.



Basically by installing custom kernel on the phone along with custom ROM your phone will be able outperform so lets get started.


List of well known Kernel's for P500


Franco's kernel for android 2.2 and 2.3 (non-official) roms
http://adf.ly/3HAAa ->BFS version for Performance/Better Gaming

Franco's Kernel for android 2.3.3 LG stock ROM and mik_os 6.6.1 cyanogen mod 7
http://adf.ly/3HABD

Goldenleaf_franco Kernel.v19.4-gbs.v18
(GBS is an modified version of franco.Kernel v19.4 with more battery life, zram support and some tweaks in kernel config,)
CFS v18a -> http://adf.ly/3HACt
BFS v18a -> http://adf.ly/3HADS

Mik_os's lag fix kernel
v1.0 -> http://adf.ly/3HAE6
v1.1 -> http://adf.ly/3HAEl
(PS: v1.1 has been reported by some users to have higher battery drain,so if any issues just flash v1.0)

LG Original/Stock Kernel
Download-> http://adf.ly/3HAFb



I would recommend franco's kernel / Goldenleaf it has all tweaks needed for p500.


Pre-Requisite:

* Rooted phone
http://adf.ly/3GwDq

* Custom Recovery installed
http://adf.ly/3GwIj



Instructions:
* Download any kernel's zip file from the above links.
* Place it on the sd card.
* Reboot into recovery.
* Select Install zip from sdcard.
* Select the zip file and flash it.
* Once the installation is done, wipe dalvik-cache & battery stats.
* Reboot the phone.


That's it you have installed custom kernel on your phone.

Hero of Sparta for LG optimus one

             Hero of Sparta for LG optimus one

You wake up alone on an unknown beach -- your boat and entire fleet missing... It's the beginning of an epic odyssey to find out just what game the gods are playing with you, King Argos. Your fate now lies in their hands. Battle like the fierce Spartan warrior you are to avoid a tragic death as you journey from the Oracle's Island to Atlantis and finally to the depths of the Underworld. You will fight the most phenomenal monsters from mythology, defy Cerberus and the Cyclops, and challenge the gods themselves! It's your chance to write your own legend... if you can survive this mythic adventure.

Download Link:

Installation + Game Data: Hero Of Sparta APK + Gamedata

Installation

*Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.

* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.

* Install the game using APK file.

* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the game..!!

NOVA HD for Optimus One

                           NOVA HD for Optimus One

Join the fight for mankind's survival against the aggressive aliens known as Judges in this revolutionary sci-fi FPS. With Earth no longer able to sustain life, huge artificial satellites called "near-orbitals" were constructed for people to live on. To protect themselves, the near-orbitals banded together to form N.O.V.A., the Near Orbit Vanguard Alliance. Plunge into an unparalleled gaming experience!

Download Link:

Installation & Game Data: NOVA apk & Gamedata

Installation

*Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.

* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.

* Install the game using APK file.

* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the game..!!

HAWX for Optimus One

                                  HAWX for Optimus One

2014. You are David Crenshaw and you work with ARTEMIS, a private military company. You are in charge of providing all necessary fire support to the elite Ghost Recon combat units. Your objective is to rid the world of dangerous terrorists who threaten global stability. The assault has begun! In a storyline adapted from Tom Clancy novels replete with plot twists, pilot one of the most powerful jet fighters in production to complete your mission. Dodge your enemies or destroy them with your missiles and discover levels where your flying skills are put to the test.

The game has been optimized to work on Optimus One.

Download Link:

Installation & Game Data: HAWX APK & Game Data

Installation

*Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.

* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.

* Install the game using APK file.

* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the game..!!

Asphalt 5 for Optimus One

                              Asphalt 5 for Optimus One

Get in, start up and punch it in the fastest dream cars ever created by some of the most prestigious manufacturers in the world. Everything you've ever dreamed of doing behind the wheel is here! Stop dreaming and get in! THERE'S A DREAM CAR FOR YOU Take a ride in over 30 of the fastest, most prestigious cars you've ever dreamed of, from manufacturers like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Audi and Ducati. THE WORLD IS YOUR RACETRACK Highly polished HD graphics let you see every detail and animation of the track as you speed over snow, mud, dirt and more in 12 beautiful locations around the world including St. Tropez, Aspen and Las Vegas. Discover hidden shortcuts and jump off ramps! NEW WAYS TO PLAY Challenge yourself to 8 different racing events including Drift Contest, Cop Chase, Time Attack, Duel Mode, Last Man Standing and Escape.

Download Links:

Installation / APK file: Asphalt 5 APK

Gamedata: Asphalt 5 Gamedata

Installation

* Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer you will get a folder.

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the Game..!! Cheerrsss!!!

Assasins Creed for LG Optimus One

                    Assassins Creed for LG Optimus One

Jerusalem, 1191 AD. The Third Crusade between the Crusaders and Saracens is tearing the Holy Land apart. You are Altaïr, a Master Assassin sent by the Order of the Assassins on a quest to steal the Chalice from the Templars in order to end the Crusades. The fate of the Holy Land depends on you... Plunge into this direct prequel to the critically acclaimed Assassin's Creed™, offering rich gameplay and a well balanced mix of stealth, chaotic action, and puzzle-solving exploration in the midst of fully 3D-rendered, historical Middle Eastern environments of the Crusades.

The game has been optimized to work flawlessly on your Optimus One.
 

Download Links:
APK / Installation File: Assassins Creed APK

Gamedata : Assassins Creed Gamedata

Installation

* Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer you will get a folder.

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the Game..!! Cheerrsss!!!

Modern Combat Sandstorm for Optimus One

               Modern Combat Sandstorm for Optimus One

Assigned to Mission Sandstorm, your duty is to locate and annihilate a new terrorist cell setting up shop and recruiting foreign insurgents in a remote desert hot spot. This jarring first person shooter will equip you with the most sophisticated and powerful modern day weapons. 

The game has been optimized for Optimus One

Download Link:

APK / Installation File: Modern Combat APK

Game Data : Modern Combat Game Data

Installation

*Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer you will get a folder.

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the Game..!! Cheerrsss!!!

Gangster West Coast for Optimus One

                  Gangster West Coast for Optimus One

West Coast Hustle android mobile game,adventure,action,and with history game,
Move to the West Coast and immerse yourself in L.A. gang life with the new Gangstar. Explore more realistic environments than ever for a unique gameplay experience. Complete 50 different missions that combine the best of action games and driving games.

This game is based on similar lines of GTA:Vice City so you should fairly understand what the game is all about.

Download Links:

Installation & Game data link: Gangster West Coast Full Download

Installation

*Download the Installation & Game data file and extract it on your computer.

* You will get an APK file along with the Gamedata folder.

* Install the game using APK file.

* Place the unzipped gamedata folder on your sdcard under /gameloft/games/

* Enjoy the game..!! Hell Oh yeah...!!

NFS Shift for Optimus One

                     NFS Shift for Optimus One

Explode onto the circuit in NEED FOR SPEED SHIFTmobile game from EA Mobile and tear through the streets of Chicago, Tokyo, Italy & London! Drive the fastest, hottest cars around and earn points and trophies for your Aggressiveness, Precision & Style. Upgrade your ride with Top Speed, Handling, Acceleration, and Nitrous features as you race to defeat the world's top 3 professional drivers. 

The below game files has been optimized for Optimus one which saves space on your phone.

Download Link: 

Installation / APK File : NFS Shift APK

Game Data: NFS Game Data

Installation

*Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer 

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /android/data/

* Hell Oh yeah

Dead Space for Optimus One

                 Dead Space for Optimus One

Dead Space is an over-the-shoulder sci-fi game where you play as Engineer Isaac Clarke who is sent to a giant mining ship to repair it. What he doesn't know is that the ship has had a run in with a mysterious alien artifact that has turned the crew, or what's left of the crew, into mutant aliens. You will be hacking and shooting your way through the ship, trying to figure out what happened and at some point surviving the whole ordeal. 

Download Files

APK / Installation File: Dead Space APK

Game Data: Dead Space Game Data

Installation

*Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer 

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /android/data/

* Hell Oh yeah

Guerilla Bob for Optimus One

                 Guerilla Bob for Optimus One

Guerrilla Bob offers stunning visuals, cross-platform multiplayer, an arsenal of kick-ass weaponry, unique enemies, explosive ammunition and non-stop humor. 

It is an awesome game with great user rating and it works great on our Optimus One. Below are the links of optimized version of Guerrilla Bob which works perfectly fine on our devices.

Download Files:

Installation File / APK file :- Guerrilla Bob Installation File
Gamedata :- Guerrilla Bob Game Data

Instructions: 

*Download the APK/Installation file and run it. Make sure you dont open the game after you have installed it.

* Download the gamedata file.

* Unzip the file on your computer 

* Place the unzipped folder on your sdcard under /android/data/

* Run the game :) Cheersss!!!

Installing Custom ROM on Optimus One

What is ROM ?

ROM is referred to as OS which is installed on the phone. In this it is android, when you buy a new phone it has Android OS installed which is developed by the manufacturer of the phone and is generally referred to as "Stock ROM".

What is Custom ROM?

The biggest USP of Android is that it is highly customizable. Now what does mean to a layman, it means if you are not happy with any feature or function of the phone you can customize it if you have the knowledge of coding. It is similar to the concept wherein you are not happy with the ready-made clothes you get it tailor-made or get it customized. In a similar manner the many renowned developers are capable of creating the ROM/OS from scratch removing the unwanted apps & codes to make the phone work / perform faster.

As the OS is customized it is referred to as "Custom ROM"

The process of installing a custom ROM is just similar to the process where in you remove Win 98 from the computer and install Win XP [though it is not that time consuming]. So lets get started with installing a "Custom ROM".

Pre-requisites:

* ROM Manager [available in market]

* Custom ROM

CyanogenMod 7.1-RC1

[Download the 6.5.7 version]

CyanogenMMatt v1.1

[Download the 1.1 Version]

Make sure you thank the developers for their hard work by pressing the "THANKS" button.

There are N number of custom ROMS out there but the above two are the most stable ones. Which will get your phone upgraded to Gingerbread 2.3. The official Gingerbread version for Optimus one has been launched it makes the phone very slow and gives many reasons to hate the phone.

Installing the Custom ROM

* Download either of the above Custom ROM and place it on sd card.

* Using the ROM manager take a backup of your current ROM, which will make sure that your phone will come back to life if the installation has any problem.

P.S.: It requires around 400-500 mb space on sd card make sure you have enough space.

* Make sure you have the custom recovery installed, If you haven't followed the post here is the link

What is Custom Recovery? How to install it on your phone?

* Using the ROM manager select the option Reboot in Recovery.

The phone will then restart and give you some text which looks similar to the BIOS screen of the computer.

Note in custom recovery you cannot you touch screen you will have to use the hardware keys.

Volume keys works as UP & Down buttons.

Menu key works as Select.

Search Key works as Back.

* Once the phone is booted in recovery

Wipe the Dalvik-Cache

Wipe Data/Factory Reset

Wipe Battery Stats

* After you have wiped everything Select the option "Install zip from SD card."

Then Select the option Choose Zip from sdcard.

Locate the file and hit Menu button to confirm.

Once it is done just sit back and watch the phone as it will load all the file and will reboot.

It will take around 15-20 mins and it will boot with the new OS and interface. cherrsss...!!!

Questions & suggestions welcome.

What is Custom Recovery? How to install it on your phone?

As we have rooted / hacked / gained administrative access of our phone by following the rooting guide from the previous post. Now the next step in customizing your phone is to install a "Custom Recovery".


"Custom recovery" What is it?

Many of us have used computer and there are many backup / restore which takes backup of your complete OS if in case you need to get your system back to way it was instead of having a clean install. Like in windows using recovery tool we create an ISO image of OS which has all the software and all the data. using which we can bring the system back to previous state without having the need to clean boot the whole computer.

Similarly Android phones comes preloaded with manufacturer's recovery image installed which in reality is of no use. So android developers have came up with customized recoveries. Which allows us to do a lot more than the pre-installed recoveries.


"Custom Recovery" what it does?


* It allows you to backup / restore image of your current ROM.
* It allows you to do a factory rest & wipe cache.
* Allows you to install / update the Custom ROMS.[Key feature]
* It allows you to create partition on your SD card.

and there are many more but these are the most used options which you would need to know as you will be using it extensively in future.


"Customer Recovery" which one to use?

As android is open source many developers have developed their own "Custom Recoveries". The most user friendly is the "Clockworkmod" aka "Rom manager". It has a friendly GUI and easy to understand menu options, I personally use this.



With the above overview you must now have a basic idea as to what a "Custom Recovery" is and its main functions. So lets go ahead and get started with installation of Custom Recovery.



Pre-Requisite:
* Download Latest Version of ROM Manager from the market.
* Make sure your phone is rooted else this app will not work.

Procedure:


1. Once the ROM manager is downloaded and installed, go ahead and open it.
2. As you open the app it will prompt to select your phone model.

3. Optimus One would be listed on the top go ahead and select it.
4. In middle of operation "Superuser" will ask to allow root permission for the application, go ahead and allow it.
5. Open Rom Manager again and select the option "Flash ClockworkMod" Recovery. [make sure you have internet working]

6. Once you hit it the top it will the the download progress of the same.
7. Make sure you are keeping an eye on the download as once it is completed "Superuser" will again prompt to "Allow Access"    which would go away in 10 secs and you will have to download it again.

8. Once you allow it will reboot your phone and will install the recovery for you and restart your phone.

There you go you have installed recovery on your phone. The first thing you should do after you install the recovery is to go ahead and take a backup of your current ROM.


* To take the backup of your Current ROM. [Make sure you have at least 250-450 mb free on sd card]
  - Select "Backup Current ROM".
  - It will prompt to give it a name, by default it will have present day's date.
  - Hit ok, your phone will restart and will boot in recovery mode showing some messages regarding backup process. [don't freak out as it is totally normal]
  - Once the backup is completed the phone will restart normally.


Now you are set with a Rooted Phone and have installed a Custom Recovery. The next steps is to install a Custom ROM which would be followed in the next Post.

How to Root Your Optimus One.?

Overview :

Its a common tendency one seeks to do a lot more with their availble resources without paying or by paying very less and get more. I would term it as human tendency rather than indian tendency. After one is used to android and all of its feature the next big thing which comes to your mind is ROOTING / HACKING your own phone to become the administrator and make changes according to your need.

For example : You have a XP/Vista computer on which you have two accounts Administrator / guest. Being administrator you are termed as the boss of the machine. And being a guest you have limited access of your own machine.

Same is in the case of Android phone, by default you are a standard user of the phone you have the ability to install/uninstall apps make changes to the phones by the options availble in settings but you cannot fiddle around with the system files. To make changes to system files means you change the behaviour of the phone.

It is like a house, if you are the owner you can breakdown any wall and modify it the way you like, but if you are tenant you have to use the way it is and modify yourself according to the structure of a house.

The terminology used in android to gain administrator access of the phone is called ROOTING. ROOT is the user name or account that by default has access to all commands and files on a Linux or other Unix-like operating system. It is also referred to as the root account, root user and the superuser.

With all the above information one must be clear that android is a linux based phone. Android relies on Linux version 2.6 for core system services such as security, memory management, process management, network stack, and driver model. The kernel also acts as an abstraction layer between the hardware and the rest of the software stack.


So our main objective is to get Root access of the phone and install Custom ROMS on the phone unleash the real power of your device. So fasten your seat belts to and get ready to ROOT your phone.





Pre-Requisite:
I am not going to go with complicated method of using many queries to gain root access instead we will use some tools availble over the internet.
1] Ginger Break -v1.20 {easily availble on the market}



Steps:
1] Download the APK file on your phone or download it on your computer and transfer it to the phone.
2] Once the file is on your phone, Browse to the file using Flie Explorer.
3] Open the file it will ask to install the application, go ahead and install it.
* if it prompts to allow "Unknown Resources Allow installation of Non-Market Application."
* Go ahead and enable it from Setting -> Application -> Check mark "Unknown Resources"
4] Once the application is installed, open the application and hit "ROOT"
5] It will run all the exploits to get access of your phone which will normally take around 5-10 mins.
6] Once the root is completed the phone will restart itself.
7] Once the phone is restarted you will see a new application called "Super User"


There you go..!! you have rooted your phone and have gained administrative access of your phone.
Hurray..!!! Now take a Dive in the pool .... :P

The Next step would be installing Custom recoveries / kernels / Custom ROMS / tweeks / Upgrading android.

beginners guide to rooting

The whole Android Experience....!!

Back in past when I was searching the whole net for the best phone I could buy in the decent budget of 6-7K. I never would come to conclusion as to which phone would be the best one. Problem with using a touch screen was texting as I wasnt sure about the experience of using a TS. So I was just running in loops looking for a Bar Phone.

After some laid back search, came acrross the android tehnology OS. I researched a lot over it and came to know how people have gone rave over the stability of the OS and diffrent things which can be done with the hardware provided. The reason I never heard of it was that Android was being offerred on High End phones only i.e 20K+.

At those time Samsung Star was quite famous for 3" screen and Touch Screen. I fiddled with it got comfortable with touch screen. The only androids which were offerred in BUDGET range was Galaxy 3 & Galaxy 5. I was getting more inclined towards Galaxy 3 which was quite odd looking because of the screen resolution provided. I settled with Galaxy 5 to get my hands on with Android experience till Optimus One was launched in India. Though Galaxy 5 was less on specs compared to Galaxy 3 but it could beat G3 in any Technical comparison except the mutli-touch.

I was delighted with the whole Android experience, It was like I was living the dream of having a great phone which was easy on my pockets. I played, fiddled with almost everything I could then I sold it to my friend to get my own Optimus One. Waited for weeks to get it but got it finally and was never disappointed with anything whatsoever. I got my own thread started on a website to compare the specs of G3 & O1 where people were discussing the performance with O1 & G3. It is a very long thread which is still continued.

Check out the thread it is posted by noobdroid (ME :P)

LG Optimus One Thread

So this is how I came in touch with the wonderful OS called ANDROID and with this blog I will try helping out others who are eager with ROOTING / CUSTOM ROMS / Installing recoveries / Tweaks and will try to answers all the questions to best of my ability.