Download: Nexus S 2.6.35.14 Kernel Update

Three months ago I released a kernel for the Nexus S (all variants) here on my blog. The feedback I received was beyond what I expected. I read various places on the web that stability, battery life, and performance was phenomenal. Rather than update this kernel every week as others may do, I am going to abide by the old saying "If it ain't broke, don't fix it". The only changes I could see fit to make were to add a 1.1GHz slot and pawitp's fix to allow the battery to charge to 100%. 

For those of you new to my work, this kernel can work on ALL Nexus S ROMs. Simply flash in recovery, without wiping. Also can be found in ROM Manager.

Download: pete_crespo_2.6.35.14_11-06-11.zip

Source (for devs): platform_kernel_samsung.zip

Download: Google Wallet Update (1.0-R35v8)

In order to get Google Wallet to work "out of the box" in my ROM (for Nexus S 4G), I had to use a bit of magic. Apparently that magic broke the ability to update Wallet from the Market. I took a trip down to the local magic store, spoke to the cashier, and bought (with my outdated Wallet app) a new concoction made from angry unicorn tears. I followed the instructions to a tee and.....BAM! A fix appeared on my server and in ROM Manager for all to enjoy. Download link after the jump...

New Nightly Build Up

Last night I worked on the build a bit, getting it ready to compile Android 2.3.7 when kernel.org comes back up. There is a new build available for all the devices I support (Droid, Nexus S, Nexus S 4G). Changes include all the new 2.3.7 G-Apps, new proprietaries for Nexus S and Nexus S 4G, all the files necessary for Google Wallet, and also a few bug fixes in the framework. To download the build visit my downloads page: download.peteralfonso.com

Note:

• Google Wallet will not work until I am able to compile Android 2.3.7
• Build number will display GWK74 although it is still truly GRJ90
• This is a "nightly" build, if you want a "stable" build use GPA17 

As always, to see exact changes visit my github. One more thing, if you wan't to see my ROM on the Nexus One and will sell one to me for cheap or are willing to donate one please contact me!

Download: GPA17 (Gingerbread Peter Alfonso) Android 2.3.5

As you may have seen me mention on Twitter, I have recently moved to start a new semester at UCF. That being said, you can imagine how busy my life has become. This is going to be one of my hardest semesters yet so I need to prioritize and manage my time well to succeed. Because of this, I no longer have as much time to work on ROMs and kernels as I once did over the summer. This does not mean I will be stopping development completely, it simply means it will be at a much slower rate. Please do not ask for an E.T.A. on my next release because I will not respond.

I had a lot more plans for GPA17 but because of the reasons mentioned above, I am having to release a bit early. I assure you that you will still find this build to be everything you have come to love in the GPA series.

For those not familiar with this ROM series, some of it's features include:

• 180 degree rotation
• Overclockable kernel
• CPU toolkit (can be removed by deleting "Toolkit.apk")
• FLAC audio support
• Ad-hoc network support
• Facebook sync
• Reboot option
• "Copy All" text option
• Low battery sound toggle
• Modified widget picker
• Headset/headphone icon in statusbar
• Latest Google apps
• Busybox
• Bug fixes/code improvement from CyanogenMod

I would also like to announce with the release of GPA17 that my ROM is now fully open source. For those interested in compiling my ROM please visit the following link for instructions on how to begin: https://github.com/peteralfonso/platform_manifest 

If you have fully read this entire post and have made it here, I'd like to thank you with the download links!

GPA17:

Crespo | Crespo4G | Sholes

*Note: Wipe data/cache (factory reset) if this is the first time installing a ROM from this series*

When I do find some time for Android, I will be working on a changelog and I will post it here when it is complete.

Download: Nexus S 2.6.35.14 Kernel

I spent some time today working on the Nexus S kernel. This kernel has been updated by 7 subversions, bringing it from 2.6.35.7 to 2.6.35.14. I have also added BLN and CIFS support to this build. Other features include Overclocking to 1.4GHz, Interactive governor, Voodoo support, updated Wi-Fi driver, TUN, color tint tweaks, and various bug fixes from upstream kernels.

I need this tested thoroughly before I feel comfortable including it in my build. Please let me know how it performs or if you come across any issues. This will work on ALL Nexus S phones (AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint) and ALL ROMs.

Update: It proved to be completely stable and is now in my builds as of 08-13-11

Download: 2.6.35.14_CRESPO.zip

Now Supporting Nexus S 4G

I am pleased to announce that I am now supporting the Nexus S 4G as well as the Droid. This ROM will be released alongside my Droid build titled "GPA17". Until then you can find it in "nightly" form in the following directory: http://wonderly.com/bb/CRESPO4G/ROM/BETA/ (choose the latest file)

Some features include but are not limited to:

• 180 degree rotation
• Overclockable to 1.4GHz
• Voodoo support
• Updated wifi driver
• CPU Toolkit
• FLAC audio support
• Native 3G tethering
• Ad-hoc network support
• Facebook sync
• Reboot option
• Modified widget picker

There are also many performance tweaks and bug fixes which you can find change by change on my github. For those of you who run CyanogenMod, now that I support this device I have began submitting patches to help out. In the future I plan on supporting the other Nexus S variants (T-Mobile & AT&T) as well.

Recommendations:

Upon initial install of this ROM, please wipe data and cache. When a new build becomes available, you will only need to wipe dalvik cache. For the best experience, stick with the kernel provided in my build, I assure you it performs very well. If you are interested in saving tons of battery life, downclock to 800MHz in the CPU Toolkit, you will see little to no difference in performance.

Sorry this post does not read well, I am sick at the moment and not in the proper mindset to write.

Download: Tethering Fix For Nexus S 4G

Sprint shouldn't have blocked tethering, enough said. This patch will restore the 3G tethering ability you had in Android 2.3.4 on your Nexus S 4G. Download and flash in clockworkmod recovery manually or automatically via ROM Manager.

Update: I have submitted this patch to CyanogenMod so tethering will work in these builds too.