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I had modified my build.prop with the GPS fixes, so I couldn't flash the ZV6update. I took the build.prop from the stock ZV5 kwknott posted, and it made it through the verification fine. Thanks knknott! http://androidforums.com/threads/lg-volt-stock-zv5-rooted-rom-odex-deodex.896545/ BTW-...

Well, it finally happened. Qualcomm just sent me a DMCA takedown notice via my Github account. This means I cannot do any work involving any blobs from Qualcomm or I risk being sued for work I have always given away for free. Nevermind the fact that everyone using my software has a license...

In case you haven't heard about it: CyanogenMod goes from hobby Android to business Android | ZDNet Being an Android dev who has NEVER accepted donations (ask any dev team I've worked with, when offered a share of donations, I have ALWAYS said no thank you), I find this repugnant. I have done...

Holy crap, you won't believe how I'm typing this right now! I'm using CM-10 thanks to g60madman, xInterloperx, and Chairshot!!! Note- above score is with CM-10 and VaeVic-MG5-OC, and I believe it's a record for the Victory. ;)

Thanks to rbheromax's flash of brilliance, we now have a stock recovery img from the MG5 update! Here it is in three versions for installing by the method of your choice: Install from adb or terminal: recovery.img note - flash_image binary required:flash_image recovery...

Edit: See below for original post, the following has been added: Good News!!! I finally got the time to fix the update! ;) Working: Phone SMS MMS PRL update Profile update Samsung software update Firmware update (just checks of course) 3G 4G Samsung apps Virgin Mobile apps Camera & Video...

There is a new kernel version available via Open Source Samsung website, MG5. I'm downloading now to do a diff against the MC1 release and hopefully see what's changed. Samsung Open Source Release Center (search for SPH-L300 and you'll see Version MG5 at the bottom) This could be a prelude...

Here is a zip file I got from xInterloperx that I modified for use with the Virgin Mobile Victory. It is designed to backup your modem into a flashable zip file, and then install the stock modem (ripped from my phone). This has not been tested, only those with non-working modems (you cannot...

Out of respect for one of the greatest men of our generation, I will not be posting for 24 hours. RIP Barnaby, and thank you for all you did for the world! http://www.nbcnews.com/technology/infamous-hacker-barnaby-jack-dies-one-week-black-hat-convention-6C10760881 PS- We know the govt did it!

Introducing VaeVictus Overclocked Kernel for Virgin Mobile Galaxy Victory This kernel is built from the official Samsung source for the Virgin Mobile Galaxy Victory, release MG5. It has been built with the Linaro toolchain for maximum efficiency. Thanks to rbheromax, it has the ability to...

Thanks in no small part to rbheromax, we now have a working overclocked kernel with 10 governors to choose from. This thread is the place for all discussion related to overclocking the Victory, and which governors give you the best performance to battery-life ratio. What is overclocking? Your...

You've probably heard about the Master Key vulnerability found recently in almost all versions of Android. If not, basically there is a flaw in the signing methods used to ensure an application has not been modified by third parties. This vulnerability allows a malicious app to elevate it's...

Note - The original backup Sprintorious was built from was borked. I have rebuilt with a new backup from NolanUmar, thanks! Please do a complete backup before testing. New download file is 0.1.4 Introducing Sprintorious ROM! A deodexed and optimized version of the stock goghspr firmware...

Edit: There are now two methods for putting custom bootanimations on your Victory, thanks to Blue422 for posting the links to Vincom's and smokin1377's threads on how to do the easy method! Easy method (only allows one bootanimation to play): Download this hacked bootanimation binary Copy...

I googled "how to make qmg files" to replace our bootanimations on the Victory, and one of the top results was this fantastic thread with step by step instrutions and video tutorial for how to use the Samsung Theme Designer: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189934 Here are...

For those who want to be able to theme without installing a custom ROM that may or may not have all features working, here is the full stock 4.1.2 firmware rooted and deodexed with no other changes: Note- This was built from a bad backup, causing issues with the radios and MMS. Please give me...

MG5 Update - Victorious-0.3.1 8-16-13 You MUST be update to the L300VPAMG5 baseband! (See this thread for instructions on updating) What's new? Nothing really, this just gets Victorious in sync with the official MG5 update. All apps have been patched and then deodexed, and the kernel is...

Updated 05022012! Introducing CWM Green Recovery Download CWM-Green-recovery-05022012.img here md5sum e3963b7709fe23c2ae5667e318e50d96 A ClockworkMod 5.0.2.8 based recovery for the Optimus V With extended support for automatic installation of ROM packages Via the BacksideUpdater See...

Great news everyone! An incredible developer at xda, handle = jcase, has helped me to root the security udpate from Virgin Mobile Instructions for manual installation of the root exploit for the security update are here...

We have successfully rooted the Virgin Mobile Security Update now. It is safe to install it. Once you have installed it, you will have the latest radio for the cell phone towers. After installing, follow the steps in the thread linked below to root it again, then you can restore your current...

tdm has a very early port of ICS up for the OV! :eek: Not everything works, so only test if you have time, and be sure to do a nandroid backup first so you can get your phone back to it's current state easily! ;) CM9 For the V, Wifi works. - Page 14 - Android Forums at AndroidCentral.com...

I just ran across an interesting article: [url=http://the-gadgeteer.com/2012/02/14/quick-tips-and-tricks-save-amazons-free-android-app-of-the-day-for-later/]Quick Tips and Tricks

Cell Phone Deals and Special Offers | Virgin Mobile Optimus V: LG Optimus V Android Phone | Virgin Mobile Someone said to try promo code SAVE20 to get additional savings, it worked for me bringing the OV down to $52, ymmv. ;)

One of the main issues reported over and over again in these and other forums covering the Optimus V is trouble using various 2sd scripts, links2sd, DT a2sd, etc, etc. People spend hours partitioning and reformatting their sdcards, often loosing apps in the process, and then having to do it all...

Google just released the source code to Ice Cream Sandwich Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich source posted by Google - SlashGear No sleep for me! ;)