samsung galaxy mini

The new Android 4.4 Kitkat can now be installed on your Nexus 4!

Before you start though, it's highly recommended to update your current recovery, and I highly recommend you use CWM recovery as many people have reported that TWRP fails to flash the ROM. You can, of course, still try and see if it works as it does no harm. Anyway, I updated CWM recovery with the help of an application called Recovery Tools - Flasher. Once you have your custom recovery updated, reboot in to the recovery.

Now, follow these 3 simple steps.
1. Do a factory reset.
2. Flash the ROM
3. Flash the GAPPS
4. And lastly flash SU if you want to have root privileges.

And that's it, after flashing the files, Android 4.4 should now be successfully installed on your Nexus 4.
Keep in mind there may be some bugs as it is not the official release for Nexus 4 and lacks optimizations.

Original thread on XDA with download links
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2506678

Recovery Tools - Flasher
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.mkrtchyan.recoverytools

Step by step tutorial how to install PSX v5 on Nexus 4.

This is one of the best custom ROMs available for Nexus 4 and it features pure speed.
It has the latest version of Android Jelly Bean 4.3 and uses the latest fixes and tweaks.

I highly recommend you give this ROM a try!

Official XDA threads and downloads:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2392624

Step by step guide on how to install Paranoid Android 3.94 custom ROM on Nexus 4.
This is considered to be a stable 4.3 release for Nexus 4.

Short review:
The ROM is stable and has a lot of amazing features no other ROMs have, plus it comes with a custom kernel, which has been configured to calibrate the screen of Nexus 4. I highly recommend this ROM to everybody who wants to have a quality custom ROM.

Instructions:
1. Full wipe/Factory reset
2. Install Radio
3. Install Bootloader
4. Install ROM
5. Install GAPPS
6. Reboot system!

WARNING:
DO NOT FLASH KERNELS UNLESS YOU KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING! THIS IS JSS ROM AND JWR KERNELS ARE NOT COMPATIBLE WITH IT!

Original thread on XDA by Molesarecoming:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020336

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Download Radio and Bootloader:
https://www.copy.com/s/JniBu/4.3%20files%20%28mako%29

Download ROM:
http://download.paranoidandroid.co/roms/mako/
http://goo.im/devs/paranoidandroid/roms/mako

Download GAPPS:
http://download.paranoidandroid.co/roms/gapps/
http://goo.im/devs/paranoidandroid/roms/gapps

GMD Hide Soft Keys by Good Mood Droid will show and hide the navigation bar on the go!

With a single swipe gesture you will be able to show the navigation bar whenever you want to!

From Google Play store:

"Unique features:
- Hide just navigation bar and keep notifications bar.
- Show Quick NavBar and click soft button with one simple swipe.
- Adjust trigger size and position.
- Integrate with Gesture Control or Tasker using Shortcuts.
- Stock firmwares and Paranoid Android supported.
- No modifications, no reboot."

This application is available for Free on Google Play store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gmd.hidesoftkeys

Have you ever wanted to make your Nexus 4 sound louder and clearer? Maybe you wanted more bass? Well, now it is all possible with the help of Beats + XLouder MOD!

This mod will boost the volume of your Nexus device by a lot!
It even gives you the option to configure the settings yourself, so if you are an audiophile, this is the mod you have been looking for!

It really does work! The sound coming from my device is now much louder!
Not only is the sound louder, but it also has become clearer and the bass sounds amazingly well on my headphones.

In order to install this mod:

• Your device must be rooted
• Must have custom recovery installed
• Must have Android JB 4.2.1 or 4.2.2

Download links available on original thread (see below).

Original thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2025486

How to Flash Paranoid Android 3.56 alpha ROM on Nexus 4

This is the latest release from the PA team and it is still in alpha stage.
It features the newly introduced Halo, which is supposed to be an amazing add-on.

Keep in mind this is still in the alpha phase, so expect to see some bugs.

How to install:

1. Do a Factory reset
2. Flash ROM
3. Flash GAPPS
4. Wipe Cache/Dalvik cache
5. Reboot

To install a custom ROM make sure your device is rooted and you have a custom recovery such as CWM installed on your device.

If you are like me and love running up to date software, you should know that Google recently pushed an update for Android OS (4.2.2). There are several ways to installing it but the easiest way is by manually flashing a custom ROM such as PA 3.

Instructions how to successfully flash Paranoid Android 3 on Nexus 4:

1. Wipe data/factory reset, Wipe Cache partition, Wipe Dalvik Cache
2. Flash 4.2.2 JDQ39 Baseband + bootloader *
3. Flash PA 3
4. Flash GAPPS
5. Wipe Cache partition and Reboot!

That's it, enjoy your custom ROM!

Original thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020336
Download JDQ39 Baseband + bootloader here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2147194

* Required when updating from 4.2.1

Contract Killer 2 by Glu Mobile is a strategical shooting game with amazing gameplay!

Bear in mind, the game is not easy, and that's something I really enjoy about the game.

Running smooth on Nexus 4.

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/N8Wkx

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/lAVq1

Temple run 2 by Imangi Studios running on Nexus 4.

Temple Run is back with new challenges and improved visuals! If you are a Temple Run fan, this is the game for you!

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/p8ra7

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/h1rdE

Royal Revolt by Flaregames running on Nexus 4

This is one of the best games I have ever played on a mobile device and I recommend you check out it yourself!

Official website:
http://royalrevolt.com/

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/rzrBJ

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/dFAKJ

This is me playing Indestructible by Glu Mobile on my Nexus 4.

It is a high quality 3D action racing game with online multiplayer!
Do you like cars with powerful engines, weapons and stunning visual effects? Then this is the game for you!

Official Glu Mobile website:
http://glu.com

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/MpC3b

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/x49KC

Dungeon Hunter 3 by Gameloft running on Nexus 4.

It is really an amazing game that every gamer should have on their phones! The graphics are awesome, the gameplay is fun and all that for FREE, what else do you want?

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/csDtZ

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/whAV0

Browsermark 2.0 benchmark results (default v18 vs beta v25):
1799 vs 1965

Despite the little increase in benchmark results, the beta version seems to run smoother than the default version. Google still has to work to achieve the smoothness of safari browser Apple devices are using.

Browsermark 2.0:
http://goo.gl/QxJaz

Download Chrome Beta on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/FSOvC

Dante Zombventure by BoxitSoft Casual running on Nexus 4.

It is a never ending zombie slash and shoot game, which should be fun to play. Just kill everything you see coming after you!

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/x3bVX

Available for $0.99 on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/IS4oV

Trial Extreme 3 by Deemedya m.s. ltd is a new challenging bike racing game that brings innovative gaming experience to our mobile devices!

Warning: Only 12 levels out of 76 are Free to play. To unlock all the levels you have to pay money.

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/78ZdA

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/Lds7C

Eternity Warriors 2 by Glu Mobile on Nexus 4.

The game runs smooth on Nexus 4 without any lags except when the game is loading something. Other than that, constant 50fps.

It is really the ultimate dungeon crawling action game that every smartphone use should have!

• Stunning high definition visuals and epic melee gameplay!
• Fluid real time combat against dozens of NEW demon enemies!
• Online CO-OP multiplayer!
• Use your special skills to slice your way through multiple unique dungeons!
• Collect armor, weapons and other loot!

Available for Free on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/ycyKG

Available for Free on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/cdjqr

Protect your beautiful Nexus 4 with Xtremeguard screen protectors!

After a month of usage I could already see 2 nasty scratches on the back of my Nexus 4, however I had no scratches on the front screen. Anyway, I immediately purchased the protectors to protect my device and I am very glad I did.

Benefits of using Xtremeguard screen protectors:
-Full protection without any sacrifices (you can still show off the beautiful back Nexus 4 has)
-Better grip (don't worry about your Nexus 4 sliding down from a table)
-Easy application (wet application allows you to apply the protectors very easy)

Overall, I am very satisfied with the purchase and I recommend you protect your device.

You can buy the screen protectors at Amazon for a cheap price.

Playing Dead Trigger by Madfinger games on Nexus 4!
Surely, even on Ultra High settings (Tegra 3) the Nexus 4 can handle the game easily without any slowdowns.

The official Madfinger games website:
http://goo.gl/igw4u

Download Dead Triger on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/i0pCs

Download Dead Trigger on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/RXl8V

Playing Dead Trigger by Madfinger games on Nexus 4!
Surely, the Nexus 4 can handle the game easily without any slowdowns.

The official Madfinger games website:
http://goo.gl/igw4u

Download Dead Triger on Google Play store:
http://goo.gl/i0pCs

Download Dead Trigger on Apple App store:
http://goo.gl/RXl8V

Lets see how Nexus 4 performs playing GTA Vice City on the lowest settings!

Average FPS when driving: 40

There's no doubt in my mind the performance is great now, however, the graphics have been lost. There's no point in playing such a good game on these settings! It looks worse than games on SNES.