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[root] live dmesg

[root] live dmesg

Chainfire

1,000 - 5,000 downloads

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live dmesg is the one and only boot animation replacement that shows the actual dmesg log (kernel debug messages). It looks a bit similar to a BIOS boot. Handy for developers too! Unlike other similar apps, the information you see on screen is real and live, not a pre-recorded fake.

The paid version price is aimed at being "one beer" (at the bar, not the supermarket). Google does the price conversion, but if it comes out way above that in your area, let me know.

!! requires a fully rooted device !!

!! install on DEVICE, NOT on SD-CARD !!

The paid version adds features to hide the copyright notice, enlarge the text size, and rotate the display. For the ultimate geekgasm, get the paid versions of both live dmesg and live logcat, and display both in split screen mode during boot. In that case you can also switch between the three modes during boot by tapping the screen.

The application uses some (root) trickery to get itself installed and running, and it may not be compatible with all devices. It also requires writable /system in many cases ("S-OFF"). It has been tested and found working on the following devices (though it may not work on all firmwares and kernels for a specific device):

- Samsung Galaxy S
- Samsung Galaxy S II
- Samsung Galaxy S III
- Samsung Galaxy Note
- Samsung/Google Galaxy Nexus
- Samsung Galaxy Tab 7"
- Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1"
- Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7"
- Asus/Google Nexus 7
- Samsung Vibrant
- Samsung Captivate
- HTC/Google Nexus One
- HTC Thunderbolt
- HTC Desire
- HTC Desire Z (T-Mo G2)
- HTC Desire HD
- HTC Incredible
- HTC HD2
- HTC Evo
- HTC Hero
- Motorola Droid
- Motorola Droid X
- Motorola Cliq
- Motorola Milestone
- Motorola Atrix 4G
- MyTouch 4G
- LG Optimus 2X

It is likely to work on many more devices, if you use a non-listed device and it works, please leave a comment! Note that it will never work on ALL devices, so please don't just rate it 1-star if it doesn't work for you.

Tags: tf101 android firmware kernel host debugging, sgs2 root kernels, boot animation android 320x480, boot animation 320x480, 320x480 boot animation.

Recently changed in this version:

v3.0:
- Numerous fixes and adjustments to fix crashes, error messages, broken functionalities, and touch screen and button input support on Ice Cream Sandwich and Jelly Bean builds

v2.6:
- SGS2 (Gingerbread) fix, broke in 2.5

v2.5:
- Various OMAP4 devices now supported
- Fixes for some Honeycomb devices
- Fixes for some Ice Cream Sandwich devices
- Theme now standard device theme


Comments and ratings for [root] live dmesg

  • (70 stars)

    by Ryan Collett on 30/04/2013

    Was great on th galaxy s3 but broken on s4. Please fix and ill give it 5 stars

  • (70 stars)

    by Mark Oberg on 16/04/2013

    Installed fine for me and works great. I don't drink beer anymore, but the price is reasonable. No complaints.

  • (70 stars)

    by Krtyzplix Burghuiklop on 25/03/2013

    Not sure when the Dev will abandon this like his other apps.

  • (70 stars)

    by A Google User on 07/03/2013

    Used to work fine with my Nexus 4, but with Android 4.2.2 update it shows only black screen even though it says that it is installed. (temporary uninstall needed to flash update properly, as usual)

  • (70 stars)

    by John Keblaitis on 12/02/2013

    Galaxy nexus 4.2.1 carbon rom (aosp) works good... After first reboot everything ran extremely slow, so i uninstalled and rebooted and all was good... Then i re installed and rebooted still really slow... Rebooted again and all is fine. Just needed two re

  • (70 stars)

    by Chris Steele on 06/02/2013

    Please add save feature to review logcats/dmegs after boot

  • (70 stars)

    by Andres Paz on 25/01/2013

    Doesn't work on CM 10.1, just a black screen is shown. Looking forward to an update, loved watching this boot.