#Exclusive Miscellaneous Features:
1. iOS Emojis:
This feature replaces the system Android Emojis with the Emojis from iOS 16. A reboot is required after enabling it.
Settings > crDroid settings > user interface > iOS Emojis
2. Ignore Windows Secure Flag:
With this feature, you can take screenshots in protected apps such as banking apps or other apps that might prevent you from screen recording or taking screenshots. It may not work on some DRM apps like Netflix.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "ignore Windows Secure Flag"
3. Google Camera LagFix:
If you install Google camera on any ROM, you may find that your viewfinder is laggy. To fix it, turn on this toggle from Settings > crDroid settings > Miscellaneous > "Fix lagging viewfinder in gcam"
4. WiFi Channel:
This feature allows you to choose the WiFi band channel width. Read more about this topic here.
Settings> Network & Internet > Internet > Network Preferences > band channel width.
5. Force Optimize Apps:
Whenever you feel that certain apps are laggy, head over to Settings > Battery, click on force optimize apps, and wait for an hour. After that, restart the system. The lag should go away.
6. Boost CPU Frequency:
This feature is for gamers who need extra FPS while playing games. Enable this and enjoy amazing gameplay.
Settings > Battery > Boost cpu frequency
7. Disable Overheat Protection:
This feature allows you to disable Mi Thermald. There could be short-term advantages to this, such as quick charging despite the heat, or playing games with high performance irrespective of the phone's heat. However, this is not recommended for the long term.
Settings> battery > disable overheat protection
8. Vibration and Haptics:
The ROM comes with smooth and fluid vibration and haptic feedback, similar to that of MIUI, which is further adjustable based on your usage.
Settings > Sounds & Vibrations > Vibration & Haptics.
9. Clear All Apps Cache:
Go to Settings > Storage > Click on the dustbin icon on the top right, and with one click, all the cache from all the apps will be cleared.
10. Google Public DNS64 (IPv6)
With this toggle you can switch to an IPv6 only Network and still be able to access IPv4 Sites.
Settings > Network & Internet > Google Public DNS64 (IPv6)
11. Don't Bypass Tethering Restriction:
By default, the ROM has enabled bypassing hotspot restrictions by some carriers. In some countries, some SIM carriers restrict users from sharing their internet via hotspot. In case you want to disable this, you can.
Settings > Hotspot & Tethering > Don't bypass Tethering restrictions
12. Improve IPv4 connection Latency:
This toggle can improve your network latency on an IPv4 Connection. Try it, and if it makes any difference keep using it or turn it off.
Settings > Network & Internet > "Improve IPv4 connection Latency"
13. Reset battery stats on unplug:
To avoid accumulation of battery stats, this option is enabled by default, so whenever a user unplugs his device from the charger, his battery stats gets reset.
Settings > battery > "Reset battery stats on unplug"
14. Application Downgrade:
The Application Downgrade Feature allows you to seamlessly install an older version of an app over its latest release, providing a convenient way to revert to a previous version with ease.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "Application downgrade"
15. Detach Apps from Play Store :
This feature allows you to detach apps from the Google Play Store, so you can stop receiving updates for them. It is useful in situations where the user is using a modified app and doesn't want it to be automatically updated by the Play Store.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "Detach Apps from Google play"
16. Spoof As Pixel 7 Pro:
This feature allows you to spoof apps, giving the impression that they are running on a Pixel 7 Pro. While it may unlock Pixel-exclusive features/UI, be mindful of potential risks such as unintended heat or battery drain. Use it at your own discretion.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "Spoof as Pixel"
1. iOS Emojis:
This feature replaces the system Android Emojis with the Emojis from iOS 16. A reboot is required after enabling it.
Settings > crDroid settings > user interface > iOS Emojis
2. Ignore Windows Secure Flag:
With this feature, you can take screenshots in protected apps such as banking apps or other apps that might prevent you from screen recording or taking screenshots. It may not work on some DRM apps like Netflix.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "ignore Windows Secure Flag"
3. Google Camera LagFix:
If you install Google camera on any ROM, you may find that your viewfinder is laggy. To fix it, turn on this toggle from Settings > crDroid settings > Miscellaneous > "Fix lagging viewfinder in gcam"
4. WiFi Channel:
This feature allows you to choose the WiFi band channel width. Read more about this topic here.
Settings> Network & Internet > Internet > Network Preferences > band channel width.
5. Force Optimize Apps:
Whenever you feel that certain apps are laggy, head over to Settings > Battery, click on force optimize apps, and wait for an hour. After that, restart the system. The lag should go away.
6. Boost CPU Frequency:
This feature is for gamers who need extra FPS while playing games. Enable this and enjoy amazing gameplay.
Settings > Battery > Boost cpu frequency
7. Disable Overheat Protection:
This feature allows you to disable Mi Thermald. There could be short-term advantages to this, such as quick charging despite the heat, or playing games with high performance irrespective of the phone's heat. However, this is not recommended for the long term.
Settings> battery > disable overheat protection
8. Vibration and Haptics:
The ROM comes with smooth and fluid vibration and haptic feedback, similar to that of MIUI, which is further adjustable based on your usage.
Settings > Sounds & Vibrations > Vibration & Haptics.
9. Clear All Apps Cache:
Go to Settings > Storage > Click on the dustbin icon on the top right, and with one click, all the cache from all the apps will be cleared.
10. Google Public DNS64 (IPv6)
With this toggle you can switch to an IPv6 only Network and still be able to access IPv4 Sites.
Settings > Network & Internet > Google Public DNS64 (IPv6)
11. Don't Bypass Tethering Restriction:
By default, the ROM has enabled bypassing hotspot restrictions by some carriers. In some countries, some SIM carriers restrict users from sharing their internet via hotspot. In case you want to disable this, you can.
Settings > Hotspot & Tethering > Don't bypass Tethering restrictions
12. Improve IPv4 connection Latency:
This toggle can improve your network latency on an IPv4 Connection. Try it, and if it makes any difference keep using it or turn it off.
Settings > Network & Internet > "Improve IPv4 connection Latency"
13. Reset battery stats on unplug:
To avoid accumulation of battery stats, this option is enabled by default, so whenever a user unplugs his device from the charger, his battery stats gets reset.
Settings > battery > "Reset battery stats on unplug"
14. Application Downgrade:
The Application Downgrade Feature allows you to seamlessly install an older version of an app over its latest release, providing a convenient way to revert to a previous version with ease.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "Application downgrade"
15. Detach Apps from Play Store :
This feature allows you to detach apps from the Google Play Store, so you can stop receiving updates for them. It is useful in situations where the user is using a modified app and doesn't want it to be automatically updated by the Play Store.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "Detach Apps from Google play"
16. Spoof As Pixel 7 Pro:
This feature allows you to spoof apps, giving the impression that they are running on a Pixel 7 Pro. While it may unlock Pixel-exclusive features/UI, be mindful of potential risks such as unintended heat or battery drain. Use it at your own discretion.
Settings > crDroid settings > miscellaneous > "Spoof as Pixel"
#Exclusive Calibration:
A. Light Sensor Calibration:
This feature helps users fix any auto brightness issues they may be experiencing. In case of any issues, simply go to a dark room and click on the Light Sensor Calibration option.
Settings > Display > Adaptive Brightness, click on light sensor calibration
B. Repair NFC Hardware:
For users experiencing any NFC-related issues, simply turn on the toggle for this feature and reboot the system. It will help repair any Software-related problems with NFC.
Settings > connected devices > Connection Preferences > NFC >Repair NFC hardware and reboot
A. Light Sensor Calibration:
This feature helps users fix any auto brightness issues they may be experiencing. In case of any issues, simply go to a dark room and click on the Light Sensor Calibration option.
Settings > Display > Adaptive Brightness, click on light sensor calibration
B. Repair NFC Hardware:
For users experiencing any NFC-related issues, simply turn on the toggle for this feature and reboot the system. It will help repair any Software-related problems with NFC.
Settings > connected devices > Connection Preferences > NFC >Repair NFC hardware and reboot
Battery-Related Features:
A. Battery Saver disables all background processes, haptics, and reduces CPU consumption to 70%, resulting in incredible battery backup.
B. Smart Charging can be used when you don't want to overcharge your phone at night. Your stop trigger level is where your phone will stop charging.
C. Adaptive Preferences limits the battery consumption of apps that you don't use often by preventing them from running in the background.
D. Extreme Battery Saver is intended for times when you are without a power source. This feature disables all non-essential services and apps, allowing only the apps that you make an exception for.
A. Battery Saver disables all background processes, haptics, and reduces CPU consumption to 70%, resulting in incredible battery backup.
B. Smart Charging can be used when you don't want to overcharge your phone at night. Your stop trigger level is where your phone will stop charging.
C. Adaptive Preferences limits the battery consumption of apps that you don't use often by preventing them from running in the background.
D. Extreme Battery Saver is intended for times when you are without a power source. This feature disables all non-essential services and apps, allowing only the apps that you make an exception for.
Advertisement Blocking | DNS:
For ad blocking, simply navigate to Settings > Network and Internet > Private DNS and select "AdGuard DNS" to block ads throughout the ROM. Alternatively, you can also use Open DNS or Quad9 DNS for ad blocking.
In addition to ad blocking, there are other DNS options available:
Cloudflare DNS is a reliable and secure DNS service that offers fast response times and advanced security features. This is particularly useful when using an unprotected open WiFi network.
CleanBrowsing is a DNS filtering technology that creates a safe browsing experience on your phone by blocking online pornography, malicious content, and other inappropriate content.
By taking advantage of these DNS options, crDroid users can enjoy a safer and more secure browsing experience while also blocking unwanted advertisements.
For ad blocking, simply navigate to Settings > Network and Internet > Private DNS and select "AdGuard DNS" to block ads throughout the ROM. Alternatively, you can also use Open DNS or Quad9 DNS for ad blocking.
In addition to ad blocking, there are other DNS options available:
Cloudflare DNS is a reliable and secure DNS service that offers fast response times and advanced security features. This is particularly useful when using an unprotected open WiFi network.
CleanBrowsing is a DNS filtering technology that creates a safe browsing experience on your phone by blocking online pornography, malicious content, and other inappropriate content.
By taking advantage of these DNS options, crDroid users can enjoy a safer and more secure browsing experience while also blocking unwanted advertisements.
Bluetooth Codecs: #Exclusive
crDroid×Tim, supports various Bluetooth codecs including SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD Audio, and Sony LDAC Hi-res. Keep in mind though, the availability of these codecs depends on your Bluetooth device's capabilities. You'll find codecs in the blutooth information page in settings just like the above screenshots.
Note: The codecs will revert back to AAC if you turn on battery saver mode.
crDroid×Tim, supports various Bluetooth codecs including SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD Audio, and Sony LDAC Hi-res. Keep in mind though, the availability of these codecs depends on your Bluetooth device's capabilities. You'll find codecs in the blutooth information page in settings just like the above screenshots.
Note: The codecs will revert back to AAC if you turn on battery saver mode.