[Rom] [Stock] [debloated] [Non Rooted] for SM-T350 7.1.1 Ghost Project (updated) - Samsung Galaxy Tab A series ROMs, Kernels, Recover

Update: 10/26/2017 I am moving any further development of Ghost Project Roms to Google Plus Community here
https://plus.google.com/communities/101940281883070515657
I have a non rooted build on my Google Plus community. I left it non rooted so you could use Substratum for Samsung. If you want root just flash Magisk 14.3.
Links are also in the 3rd post. But I am only doing questions from Google Plus.
*******I highly recommend that you run my first build V.1 as it is the best of all of the builds and has the best battery life. But for those of you that really need that security update, I will continue on and try to get this tho run at least to my expectations. Once there, I will re-post the link after it is running better.
The download links and further information are in the second post. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=70332239
[Rom] [Stock] [Rooted] [Deodexed] [Debloated] [TWRP Flashable Zip] [SM-T350]
I am not a developer. I am an Android enthusiast who, with the help of a few awesome tools, some reading and from a couple of great devs, I was able to build a custom rom from a stock firmware release.
I have been running it now for about 3 weeks and battery life is awesome. I left in just enough Samsung apks too call it a stock rom but not so many to cause it to lag.
I thought that since it was running so nice, I would share it with you. So, without further ado, this is "Ghost Project" rom for the Galaxy Tab A SM-T350 made from (T350XXU1BPE3) stock firmware.
Thanks To:
II am not a developer..... Let me make this clear.. Lol.. I am not a developer. But I did use an awesome tool that allowed me to make this rom "SuperR Kitchen" .... http://forum.xda-developers.com/chef-central/android/kitchen-superrs-kitchen-t3202296/page26
So first and foremost a big thanks goes out to this developer for this awesome tool.
I would also like to give props to Samsung and Sammobile.com for the firmware.
The kernel is from http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-a/development/kernel-galaxy-tab-sm-t555-5-8-2016-t3433560 and is a stock, permissive kernel. By "[ashyx, http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=4899305 Recognized Contributor]" another awesome dev. This is a stock kernel in every respect with SElinux set to permissive. Please make sure to stop by and thank him as he does some brilliant work and if you like his work dont hesitate to donate to him. This is our only custom kernel for this tablet. Thank you sir for your awesome work.
I would also like to thank and give props to"{FankieT} of {R3Ds themes and Development}" https://plus.google.com/communities/102477541363210451018 for all of his help and guidance. He was who got me started into Linux through Ubuntu and spent many hours teaching this old dog the ways of Android development. You can teach an old dog new tricks..lol
Big thanks to "[ @cbtc https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=7546403 ]" for his help with some knox questions related issues.
Rom Details:
Use at your own risk. ********You have been warned..*********
Features:
1. Rooted
2. Busybox installed
3. Debloated
4. Zip aligned
5. Deodexed
6. Removed Kies
7. Permissive stock kernel
8. Knox removed
9. Added ES File explorer
10 .Added Nova Launcher
11 .Latest Google Keyboard
And a few other small changes here and there but basically a stripped stock experience.
Kernel:
Here is a link to the kernel developer's thread, who is another awesome dev, who's kernel is the heart of this rom.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...el-galaxy-tab-sm-t555-5-8-2016-t3433560/page8
By "[ashyx, Recognized Contributor]" This is a stock kernel in every reguard with SElinux set to permissive.
A few other small things here and there but mostly stock.
-This is a flashable zip using TWRP recovery and I highly recommend the 2.8.7.0 build as apposed to the 3.0.2.0 build. That is what works for me, your device may like the newer build of TWRP though.
Link to recovery built by "ashyx" an awesome dev...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-a/development/recovery-t3426560/page13
-Since this is a stock rom build, gapps are included so no need to flash any gapps.
#####Flashing instructions#######
###MUST BE ON MARSHMALLOW BUILD ****T350XXU1BPE3******#######
So, if you are on a lollipop build (5.0.1) you need to update to 6.0.1 and have TWRP installed........
1. Make a backup onto your external SD card or on a PC using TWRP recovery. This is a very important step as things do go wrong. You have been warned.
2. Wipe. I recommend a clean install with all 4 major wipes done (system, Cache, Dalvik Cache and Data)
3. Flash "Ghost Project v1.0 6.0.1 t350" rom zip.(or which ever one you decide from the list)
4. Wipe both Cache and Dalvik Cache
5. Reboot to system and profit.
The first boot will take a long time to boot. Put the device down and walk away until it boots (could take up to 15 minutes ) but most likely around 7 to 10 minutes. That is because all files are deodexed.
After it boots up Go ahead and set up the device the way you like it and enjoy.
I also have a Google Plus Communitee Called "Hayes Tech Rom Reviews" where you can go to watch reviews/overviews of custom roms for many devices that I own. I have about 20 to 25 devices now and try to do reviews on all the diferent roms out for them. I also have awesome links like the 3Minit battery mod by{made by "gharrington"} for the Nexus 6 and many more things. Please feel free to stop by.
https://plus.google.com/communities/109262972011341635244
**LAST BUT NOT LEAST****USE AT YOUR OWN RISK**
Warning, I am not a developer. All I am doing is sharing my personal build. I am not nor will I be responsible for anyone ruining your device. Thermonuclear war or Loss of job from device not working is your responsibility. And above all this zip will void your warranty.
I can't think of anything else..lol.. This is the first for me so be easy on me. I am going to try to add more custom features and may even add a pure stock rom for total stock experience, let me know... Enjoy.
A video review of my rom... Go here if you would like to see it
https://youtu.be/dVnx709LO7Y
I built another rom for those that want the stock experience but still want it rooted and Knox removed. It is also Zip Aligned and is running the same permissive kernel for Xposed Mods to work better with it. Knox was removed but it is still in the settings menus. I will fix this soon and up!oad another build with that fix.
All downloads with pefix (v.X) are build from same firmware T350XXU1BPE3 When Samsung releases another update the prefix will change to (v1.X).
Download Rom (AFH)
Ghost Project v.1 6.0.1 t350
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298916139
Ghost Project v.2 6.0.1 t350
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767126203
Ghost Project v.3 6.0.1 t350
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767126654
Ghost Project V1.2 6.0.1 t350 Built with latest update T350XXU1BPK2/T350XAR1BPK2
(Comming)
Stock/Rooted/No Extra Apps Added (Stock Samsung Experience)
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=385035244224406713
Stock Firmware flashable with Odin
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=154234
Xposed Installer Zips (For Samsung Devices) By[" http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=3562083 "] wanam, Recognized Contributor. You can find his thread here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3180960
Here is my favorite source for custom wallpapers. There are an awesome assembly of some of the best wallpaper designers around.
https://plus.google.com/communities/117666521324982773368
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Update build: 02-14-2017 Ghost Project V1.2 SM-T350 6.0.1 Built from the Sammobile.com firmware update T350XXU1BPK2/T350XAR1BPK2 with the November security update. This is the latest USA update that I can find. You must be on the T350XAR1BPK2 stock firmware ( flashed with Odin) before flashing this rom. I used TWRP 3.0.2.1 by " @ashyx "
Link to TWRP 3.0.2.1 @ashyx" The builder of this recovery. Make sure to thank him because with out this recovery, we have no way to flash our customs roms with.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3426560
AFH Download link for Ghost_Project_V1.2_SM-T350_6.0.1
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298931785
To install: you must be on Firmware package T350XXU1BPK2 before flashing this rom. This is the firmware link
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=154234
You need to install the firmware (unless you are already on this build) with Odin.
Then install TWRP 3.0.2.1 ****DO NOT LET TWRP INSTALL SUPERSU********
Then wipe system, cache, delvic cache and data.
Flash Ghost Project V1.2 SM-T350 6.0.1
Boot to system and enjoy.
After first boot to can flash the "Wanam version of Xposed" in TWRP if you want to use the installed Xposed installer app that I included with this rom.
links to this zip are in the first post.
Do not use any advanced reboot apps to boot to recovery. This may or may not cause you to get stuck in recovery and will not let you boot to system. If this happens to you, don't frett, just power off the device, push power+volume down+home and boot to "Download Mode". Once device load Download screen, press volume up to enter Download mode and plug in the device to your PC. Open Odin and flash TWRP again with auto reboot ticked on in options tab. Your device will then boot to system, after done flashing TWRP. The flags should now be reset to kernel again and you should be good to go once again.
I'm not sure why it does this but it only does with the 3.0.2.1 version of TWRP for this device. The Lollipop version I have had no issue with. But I had issues trying to flash this rom with the older TWRP so I used the 3.0.2.1 version.
If you don't want the Xposed app, just install your favorite system app remover and uninstall it. I use the app so that is why I pre installed it for you all.
The kernel in this rom is pure stock that was supplied in the firmware update. So the kernel source is plain stock Samsung. I tried @ashyx" permissive kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3433560 with this build and couldn't get my device to boot. Your device may fair better. If it dies with for you, be sure to head over to his thread and give a small donation or at the least thank him.
*****UPDATE*****
Updated to April security patch. Must flash the stock firmware first via Odin. Then re-flash TWRP via Odin. Make sure when flashing TWRP that you have auto reboot turned off in Odin options. After TWRP flash is done, hold Home, volume up and down, and power button till device powers off. Keep holding all buttons except for the volume down and once the device comes to life, let go of the power button and after about 1.5 seconds let go of the jome and volume buttons. You should then boot into TWRP.
I I highly recommend that you do not use any apps to reboot to recovery or you could go into a recovery loop. If that happens you need to reflash TWRP via Odin following the instructions provided above.
This rom is prerooted so you do not have to flash superSu. Also, you need to give it at least 10 to 15 minutes for the first boot.
Have fun and as always this is as is and use at your own risk.
Sorry all, I pulled the build until I can get it running a little smoother. If I don't like the way it runs than I'm not going to give it out to others
I am leaving the firmware link up in case you want to update to the newest build through Odin though but it is unaltered and is straight samsung with no root. Completely stock and not flashable with TWRP.
As soon as I get it running smoothly, I will post the link again
Stock firmware: XAR-T350XXU1BQD1 must flaw using Odin (not a TWRP flashable zip) (completely stock with stock recovery)
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=745425885120730076
md5 75a628efc51737cb328207cadd7977a2
GhostProject_v5.0_ SM-T350_6.0.1 (will repost link once it is running better)
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GhostProject SM-T350 7.1.1 (stock) (debloated) (knox removed) (zipaligned) (non rooted) (T350XXU1CJ1_XAR)
Again, let me make this clear because the is this one dude it there accusing me if stealing from Samsung. I am not a developer. This is a TWRP flashable stock firmware update to 7.1.1 (latest release). All I did (for now) was to lighten the app load and allow it to be flashed via TWRP. I will be trying to deodex it and strip it even more as time goes on.
All my Thanks goes out to all the same people as in the first post. This is something anyone could do as long as you are running a Linux distro, have some basic rom construction knowledge and a ton of patience. I used @superR kitchen to do this with too. Here is his work and I highly recommend the donate download as the tools include helps a pile.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/forum....android/kitchen-superrs-kitchen-t3202296/amp/
I left root out because a lot of you don't use root for various reasons. If you want root, flash Magisk 14.3.
Must be on the stock firmware (flashed via Odin) first, them but to system. After you boot to system and unlock developer options and USB debugging, boot into bootloader mode again and install TWRP via Odin. In Odin options uncheck "auto reboot to system" when the recovery is done flashing (takes about 1 second) reboot into recovery from the download screen. That locks in TWRP recovery.
You can now make a backup and then flash GhostProject and Magisk 14.3 (if you want root). I will be working on this to trim it down the way I like it but if you like it close to stock than v5.0 if the rom you need.
I will not support questions here. Hi to my Google Plus community for that.
AFH link to stock firmware (T350XXU1CJ1_XAR)
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=745849072291683960
AFH link to GhostProject SM-T350 v5.0
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=673791459329056605
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Palpal link
For those of you that want to make a small donation, I have decided to post my Paypal.me link. It was requested by a few of you and thank you much to those that have donated. Now, donations are not expected or needed to use anything I make and post to the public. But because of my situation lately I decided to go ahead and publicly post this link. Thank you in advance.
https://www.paypal.me/Glockman4519
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glockman4519 said:
Some screens
Apparently, A there is something up with XDA's servers because I can't seem to get these screen shots uploaded. I will post a Google Drive link with them so you can see them if you want.
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0ByTpk6hgHRa5bS1uR3dySExPODg
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Thanks for the updated version of Ghost SM-T350 rom but can you upload v2 on Google Drive? Apparently, I can't access AFH on my school laptop as they have blocked it as a local block website. So if you can upload Ghost v2 on Google Drive by tonight or tomorrow, I would appreciate it.
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New update to my Ghost Project builds of stripped down stock firmware. I have stripped it about as far as I am going to go with it so the rom stays dependable. I also removed the ES File Explorer and Nova Launcher apks. I left in the Google Keyboard though as I think it is just a better keyboard.
I am going to build one with root as systemless next for those seeking that want root that way.
AFH download links in the OP.
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ParadoXGodzillA said:
Thanks for the updated version of Ghost SM-T350 rom but can you upload v2 on Google Drive? Apparently, I can't access AFH on my school laptop as they have blocked it as a local block website. So if you can upload Ghost v2 on Google Drive by tonight or tomorrow, I would appreciate it.
Thanks.
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Here is the link to my Ghost Project Google Drive shared folder. It has v.1 and v.3 in it.
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0ByTpk6hgHRa5X3g5VnBVam9OaDQ
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glockman4519 said:
Here is the link to my Ghost Project Google Drive shared folder. It has v.1 and v.3 in it.
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=0ByTpk6hgHRa5X3g5VnBVam9OaDQ
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Thanks.

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@glockman4519 I just wanted to take a minute and say thank you so much for this ROM. I appreciate all your hard work. I am so happy to FINALLY find a ROM with bloatware removed and with awesome battery life. My deepest thanks to you. I will follow this thread for any updates. Keep up the GREAT work!

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alias4ever said:
@glockman4519 I just wanted to take a minute and say thank you so much for this ROM. I appreciate all your hard work. I am so happy to FINALLY find a ROM with bloatware removed and with awesome battery life. My deepest thanks to you. I will follow this thread for any updates. Keep up the GREAT work!
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You are very welcome. I'm glad that it is working out for you.

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glockman4519 said:
You are very welcome. I'm glad that it is working out for you.
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It is working very well and after a few days use of it I can't believe the battery life on this ROM! WOW! A HUGE thumbs UP! :good::highfive:

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Installation?
Hey,
I tried to flash it and nothing happened, operator error I believe . Does the build have to be T350XXU1BPE3 or can it be an updated Marshmallow build? Like to flash your V.3 could I have the latest firmware or would I have to flash (odin) that specific build?​~Thanks, C
Edit: I beat you to it, I read the first couple of paragraphs at the beginning of you OP again. You clearly said it was built from/for T350XXU1BPE3. Sorry for breaking my own rule...

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ConnerJSP said:
Hey,
I tried to flash it and nothing happened, operator error I believe . Does the build have to be T350XXU1BPE3 or can it be an updated Marshmallow build? Like to flash your V.3 could I have the latest firmware or would I have to flash (odin) that specific build?
~Thanks, C
Edit: I beat you to it, I read the first couple of paragraphs at the beginning of you OP again. You clearly said it was built from/for T350XXU1BPE3. Sorry for breaking my own rule...
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No need for apologies. I'm not a dev and don't mind questions. But as you found out, you do need to have the latest or the firmware that I posted, already installed via Odin. It's a Samsung thing. Lol... Hope v3 is working good for you. : )

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glockman4519 said:
No need for apologies. I'm not a dev and don't mind questions. But as you found out, you do need to have the latest or the firmware that I posted, already installed via Odin. It's a Samsung thing. Lol... Hope v3 is working good for you. : )
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Yes I did find out. So I successfully flashed it and it is really great work, nice job! My only concern is the outdated android security patch level, which is to be expected since the ROM is based off an old build. Do you have intentions on updating that?

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ConnerJSP said:
Yes I did find out. So I successfully flashed it and it is really great work, nice job! My only concern is the outdated android security patch level, which is to be expected since the ROM is based off an old build. Do you have intentions on updating that?
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As soon as Samsung releases a security update. You know how Samsung is with updates.
I also have a build with Magisk systemless root that I will upload later. If anyone wants to use Magisk as apposed to SuperSu

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glockman4519 said:
As soon as Samsung releases a security update. You know how Samsung is with updates.
I also have a build with Magisk systemless root that I will upload later. If anyone wants to use Magisk as apposed to SuperSu
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When I flashed the V.3, I recall it having May 1, 2016 patch level. The latest update has November 1, 2016. Is that what you mean, or some source code they haven't put out yet? And I looked up what Magisk s but didn't really understand it... What would be the advantages of using it over SuperSU?
Edit: I just reflashed V.3 and noticed that it was using the build one of your ROM and the installer for Ghost Project v1 6.0.1 installer. Is this using the wrong version or is that supposed to say that? (See photo)
Update: Well, confirmed build is V.3. Must have just been displayed incorrectly. Nonetheless, working flawlessly.

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ConnerJSP said:
When I flashed the V.3, I recall it having May 1, 2016 patch level. The latest update has November 1, 2016. Is that what you mean, or some source code they haven't put out yet? And I looked up what Magisk s but didn't really understand it... What would be the advantages of using it over SuperSU?
Edit: I just reflashed V.3 and noticed that it was using the build one of your ROM and the installer for Ghost Project v1 6.0.1 installer. Is this using the wrong version or is that supposed to say that? (See photo)
Update: Well, confirmed build is V.3. Must have just been displayed incorrectly. Nonetheless, working flawlessly.
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I never got around to changing the info in the build prop. V3 is just the latest in evelutions of my builds. It is still same firmware base as V.1 when I see a later version of samsungs firmware build showing, I will update this and the build number system will change to v1.1. As for Magisk, it was requested by a few people and from what I was told, they were having issues getting it to work with this tablet. I got it working. It still does not pass safety net though. I dont think it is going to that easy to byoass the safety net and still be rooted.
All my rom does is take the stock firmware and reliably debloat it enough to give you an outstanding battery experience. Thats it. There were no custom roms out for this device, when I started this project, and that is the only reason that I am sharing this. There is another great rom out now called "Fenix rom" so maybe I will see where his rom goes. It looks good.
As I stated earlier. i am not a developer. I understand a lot that goes into a rom and how to get it. But I am basing my builds on firmware releases from Samsung and untill Samsung releases another update, my hands are tied.
Thank you for the feedback.
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Hey,
I'm looking forward to the inclusion of Magisk, I'm currently using a custom ROM that has it preinstalled. Wasn't sure how to use it at first but I see it mainly as an all around manager, and acts likes Xposed with the modules.
With that said, will you be using Chainfire's SuperSU or phh's superuser for the root (systemless?)?​Cheers, CJSP

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ConnerJSP said:
Hey,
I'm looking forward to the inclusion of Magisk, I'm currently using a custom ROM that has it preinstalled. Wasn't sure how to use it at first but I see it mainly as an all around manager, and acts likes Xposed with the modules.
With that said, will you be using Chainfire's SuperSU or phh's superuser for the root (systemless?)?​Cheers, CJSP
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Not yet mate. I'm trying to find a workaround for this. There might be other posts on XDA that might help you.

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ConnerJSP said:
Hey,
I'm looking forward to the inclusion of Magisk, I'm currently using a custom ROM that has it preinstalled. Wasn't sure how to use it at first but I see it mainly as an all around manager, and acts likes Xposed with the modules.
With that said, will you be using Chainfire's SuperSU or phh's superuser for the root (systemless?)?​Cheers, CJSP
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I tried several times, several different ways but still can't get it to install on the initial install. This is more than my skills can figure out...Lol... I'm done with Magisk for a while on this device. It's an issue in the installer script I think.
"Chance Favors the Prepared"