Update Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250 to Android 4.4.2 KitKat via Resurrection Remix ROM
Update Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250 to Android 4.4.2 KitKat via Resurrection Remix ROM

Galaxy Nexus (GT-I9250) users can now enjoy the latest custom KitKat features on their phone with due release of Android 4.4.2 Resurrection Remix ROM, which is a blend of top AOSP custom ROMs including AOKP, CyanogenMod, ParanoidAndroid, Omni and original Remix ROM builds.

The Resurrection Remix ROM reportedly brings an irresistible combination of performance, customisation, power and the latest features for maximum system stability.

As this is not an official release, users are required to install custom recovery software such as ClockworkMod (CWM) recovery or TWRP recovery on their Galaxy Nexus I9250 to facilitate custom ROM installation.

Android 4.4.2 Resurrection Remix ROM Features

Resurrection Remix ROM brings loads of new features based on the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware. Check out some of the key features ported into this custom ROM below:

  • Halo
  • Active display
  • Lockscreen Notifications
  • Application side bar
  • Omniswitch
  • Notification panel tweaks
  • Tiles style
  • Music Toggle
  • Pitch Black UI Mode
  • Camera mods
  • ListView Animations
  • Custom system animations
  • Custom progress bar
  • Screen recorder
  • Hardware buttons and navbar options
  • Status bar traffic monitor
  • Battery bar options
  • CRT animations
  • SB Brightness slider
  • Expanded desktop
  • Profiles
  • Performance controller
  • Flip tiles
  • Theme chooser
  • Keyboard features
  • Lockscreen see blur and reduce slider
  • Show Wi-Fi name
  • Headset action
  • Low battery warning
  • Lock clock widget
  • Privacy guard
  • Permission management
  • Power sounds
  • Share ROM
  • Battery mods
  • Changelog
  • Lockscreen options and targets
  • Center Clock/No clock/Right Clock
  • AM/PM,date and colors
  • New Wallpaper app
  • Nova/Stock launcher included

Interested users who wish to install the latest custom KitKat features on their Galaxy Nexus I9250 can follow our simple step-by-step guide posted below. IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held liable for any damage to device during or after custom ROM installation. Users are advised to proceed at their own risk.

Pre-requisites

  • The Android 4.4.2 Resurrection Remix ROM and the instructions given in this guide are meant for the Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250 model only. Verify device model number by navigating to Settings > About Phone.
  • Back up data and settings using a recommended custom recovery tool, like ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP, as it creates a complete image of the existing phone setup. In Recovery, choose Backup and Restore and tap Backup.
  • Verify correct USB drivers for the phone are installed on the computer (download Galaxy Nexus I9250 USB drivers).
  • Ensure USB debugging mode is enabled on the phone, by navigating to Settings > Developer Options (NOTE: Tap the phone's Build Number seven times to unlock or reveal the hidden Developer Options under Settings.) Then select the checkbox to enable USB debugging mode under Settings > Developer Options.
  • Make sure the phone has at least 80% battery charge to prevent unexpected device shutdown (due to battery drain) while installing the ROM.
  • Ensure the device is unlocked (not locked to a specific carrier) and rooted with latest ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery (v6.0.4.5) installed. Alternatively, install CyanogenMod 10.2 Nightly which includes CWM recovery v6.0.4.5. If you are installing the CWM recovery for the first time, check out the video tutorial below, courtesy of The Android Soul:

  • If the device is stuck at booting or is experiencing boot loop issues, perform Wipe Cache Partition and Wipe Dalvik Cache a few more times before rebooting.
  • Allow newly installed ROM to stabilise for five minutes before you start working on it.

Downloads Required

Android 4.4.2 KitKat Resurrection Remix ROM for Galaxy Nexus I9500

Google Apps (pa_gapps)

ClockworkMod Recovery

TWRP Recovery

Steps to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat on Galaxy Nexus I9250 with Resurrection Remix ROM

Step-1: Download Android 4.4.2 KitKat Resurrection Remix ROM for Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250 to computer

Step-2: Download Google Apps package

Step-3: Connect the Galaxy Nexus to computer via USB cable. Without extracting, copy the downloaded firmware zip and Google Apps zip files to the root folder of the phone's SD card.

The Resurrection Remix Android 4.4.2 KitKat ROM can be installed on the Galaxy Nexus using either CWM or TWRP recovery. Follow any method based on the recovery mode installed on your device.

How to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat via ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery

  • Power off the phone and wait for 5 to 10 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
  • Now press and hold Volume Up, Volume Down and Power buttons together, until the Galaxy Nexus logo appears on screen.
  • Then release all three buttons at the same time to boot into recovery mode. NOTE: In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the desired option.
  • Perform Wipe data/Factory reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress) and choose Yes on next screen to confirm the action.
  • Return to CWM recovery main menu and select Mounts and Storage > Format System and click Yes on next screen to confirm.
  • From the main menu of CWM recovery, go to Advanced and choose Wipe Dalvik Cache. Then hit Yes on next screen to confirm.
  • Select Install Zip from sdcard and then click Choose zip from sdcard. Browse to the location of the Resurrection Remix firmware file which you copied earlier to your phone's SD card. Choose Yes on next screen to confirm the firmware installation.
  • Repeat the previous step to install Google Apps as well.
  • Once Google Apps is also installed, select "+++++Go Back+++++" and reboot the phone by tapping reboot system now from the recovery menu. Your Galaxy Nexus I9250 will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via Resurrection Remix ROM. Go to Settings > About Phone to verify the firmware installed.

How to Install Android 4.4.2 KitKat via TWRP Recovery

  • Power off the phone and wait for 5 to 10 seconds until the device shuts down completely.
  • Now press and hold Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together, until the Galaxy Nexus logo appears on screen.
  • Then release all three buttons at the same time to boot into recovery mode. NOTE: In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power key to select the desired option.
  • Perform Wipe data/Factory reset (this will delete all apps and their settings and game progress). To do so, tap on Wipe and scroll down to the bottom of the screen and do a Swipe on "Swipe to factory reset" option.
  • Now perform a System format by selecting Wipe > Advanced Wipe and then tap on System option. Scroll to the bottom of screen and do a swipe on "Swipe to Wipe" option.
  • Tap on install and navigate to the Resurrection Remix ROM zip file you copied earlier to your phone's SD card. Scroll to the bottom of the screen and do a swipe to confirm the action and begin installing the firmware.
  • Repeat the previous step to flash Google apps as well.
  • Once Google Apps is also installed, select reboot and then tap on System to reboot your phone. Your Galaxy Nexus I9250 will restart and it may take about 5 minutes for first boot. So, do not interrupt the process.

Your Galaxy Nexus GT-I9250 is now running on Android 4.4.2 KitKat via Resurrection Remix ROM. Go to Settings > About Phone to verify the firmware installed.

[Source: Team Android]

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