Froyo ROMS [2.2]
1)XenoROM R1
-Stock ROM
-Custom XenoROM kernel
-Great performance
-Froyo based, 2.2 ROM
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905758
Opinion : A fast, lightweight ROM with great performance. An excellent
ROM for users looking for a taste of the dated Froyo UI. However, it is
not generally preferred due to the release of newer Android platforms
such as 2.3 and 4.0
2)Japanese Jellyfish RLS8
-Custom ROM
-Custom kernel
-Overclockable
-Froyo based, 2.2 ROM
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=891314
Opinion : A smooth custom ROM with an overclocked kernel. One of the
most popular ROMs before the release of GingerBread ROMs for the ZTE
Blade. However, it is not generally preferred due to the release of
newer Android platforms such as 2.3 and 4.0
GingerBread ROMS [2.3+]
1)EliteMovil BladeROMs
-Custom ROMs
-Includes custom apps like K9 Mail, Translate, Ported Launcher, etc.
-Patched libs
-Various tweaks
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROMs
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1288768
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1174055
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1241421
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1263067
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1253942
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1232614
Opinion : One of the early GingerBread builds for the ZTE Blade, the
EliteMovil series of ROMs provide a great deal of customization to users
coming from stock ROMs. Features such as SD ext support, overclockable
kernels, etc. give EliteMovil’s ROMs a certain flair over the stock ROMs
2)XenoROM R4
-Hardware Acceleration
-A2SD support
-Bloatware free
-Many preinstalled apps
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROM
Link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=910356
Opinion : After XenoROM R2’s success, the R3 GingerBread version was
highly anticipated. Featuring bloatware free menus, various
preinstalled apps and A2SD support, this is a must have for users
looking for a clean GingerBread ROM
3)GingerStirFry Gen1 + Gen2 by Wbaw
-Darktremor A2SD modified by wbaw
-CM7 apps like email, gallery and keyboard
-BusyBox 1.19
-MonteCarlo libs
-Smooth, Great performance
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROM
Link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1204407
Opinion : Wbaw is a well known figure in the Blade community even after
the release of Android 4.0 ROMs, his GingerStirFry is widly sought
after. Featuring a vanilla GingerBread UI with modified libs and
patches, this stands out among other GingerBread ROMs
4)DianXin OS
-Loads of customization
-Stable ROM
-Great UI
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROM
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1479188
Opinion : Although this ROM isn’t very popular, it is actually a great
ROM. Sporting an MIUI styled UI, with amazing customization options, it
ranks among the better GingerBread ROMs out there. However, future
updates for it have been abandoned.
5)CyanogenMod 7
-Smooth UI
-Updated libs
-Tremendous scope
-Various kangs
-Theme Chooser
-Many customization options
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROM
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1297776
Kangs :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1485445
TargetBSP :
http://blade.windows98.co.uk/
Nightly :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1382014
Boba_Edition :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1710198
LEZO CM7 :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/354570-r...ttery-and-ram/
CyanScape :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/352852-r...ape-v2updated/
Mokee OS :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/354511-r...updated-to-v2/
Opinion : CyanogenMod is a well known name among Android developers. It
is currently the most popular ROM, with awesome dev support, loads of
customization and a strong fan following. Recommended for customization
freaks who don’t like stock ROMs, and also for people looking for a good
GingerBread ROM
6)CyanMobile by SquadZone
-Out of this world customization options
-Theme chooser
-Various tweaks and mods
-Smooth, good performance
-CyanogenMod 7 spin-off
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROM
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1532921
Opinion : If customization is all you care about, this ROM is definitely
for you. With virtually unlimited customization options and several
bug-fixing updates , this one is for people who cant get enough visual
modification
7) Swedish Snow
-Stock ROM
-Smooth, good performance
-One of the fastest Blade ROMs
-Gingerbread based, 2.3 ROM
Link :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/350875-r...7-android-235/
Opinion : Even as the Blade joins the rank of stable ICS phones, Swedish
Snow is still one of the most widely used ROMs. With smooth
performance, zero lags and quick responsiveness, it is considered the
smoothest Blade ROM and is popular among users who prefer performance
over visuals
IceCreamSandwich ROMS [4.0+]
1)CyanogenMod 9
-ICS UI
-Original CyanogenMod9
-Unstable
-No updates since quite a while
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1429539
Opinion : This is the original CyanogenMod 9 unofficial build for the
ZTE Blade. At the time of release it was highly anticipated as THE ICS
ROM for the ZTE Blade, however due to absence of updates and lack of
support, it remains at an early alpha stage, with developers focusing on
ColdFusionX
2)BurstLam’s AOKP
-Great ICS AOKP
-ICS GoogleApps
-ICS UI
-Adjustable Softbuttons
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1429539
Opinion : As opposed to ColdFusionX, Burstlam chooses to take time and
make major differences tan to release small updates. Currently on Alpha
6.3, the only features not working are YouTube HQ, Video Recording and
FM Radio. Hopefully the next update will fix these issues
3)ColdFusionX
-Fully Stable ICS ROM
-Hardware Acceleration
-OpenMaXX camera drivers
-Qualcomm drivers
-CM Repos
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1429539
WP7 Themed :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/355702-r...styledlink-up/
Opinion : ColdFusionX is the most favored ICS ROM to date. With
beautifully fast updates and minimal bugs, this looks to be a promising
ICS ROM. However, some features like WiFi tethering, YouTube HQ and
Voice Typig aren’t working, though it is fit for daily use
4)MIUI v4
-MIUI user interface
-ICS themed
-Smooth UI
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1429539
Opinion : This one’s for all MIUI fans. Combining the sleekness of MIUI
and the beauty of the ICS user in one ROM, MIUI v4 is a great ROM
optimized for daily usage
5) KonstaKANG
-Slim ICS ROM
-Fast, smooth
-Development stage similar to ColdFusionX
Link :
http://www.modaco.com/index.php?/top...Android-4.0.4)
Opinion : With a small partition requirement and minimal bugs, this
looks to be a promising ICS ROM. However, some features like WiFi
tethering, YouTube HQ and Voice Typig aren’t working, though it is fit
for daily use.
6) ParanoidAndroid
-Hybrid Tablet UI
-Fast, smooth
-Port from ZTE Skate
Link :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/355347-r...pdated-020712/
Opinion : A much hyped and awaited ROM, ParanoidAndroid brings the
tablet UI to the ZTE Blade screen. With features like the tablet home
launcher and dual pane settings, ParanoidAndroid surely catches the eye
7) ParanoidAndroid
-High Stability
-Good battery life
-ICS 4.0.4 ROM
Link :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/355540-e...ry-efficiency/
Opinion : This is a relatively new ICS ROM aimed at stability and battery life
JellyBean ROMs [4.1+]
1) CyanogenMod 10
-JellyBean based [4.1.1]
-Camera, GPS, Tethering, Headphones and FM Radio not working
-Project Butter accelerated
KonSTAT :
http://www.modaco.com/topic/355903-d...0-android-411/
Burstlam :
http://bbs.hiapk.com/forum.php?mod=v...6typeid%3D4361
Opinion : So here we have it. JellyBean for our Blade. One of the first
armv6 devices to get it. And it's surprisingly quite stable compared to
the early ICS builds. With almost everything except camera, gps,
tethering, headphones and radio working, this is not for daily use but
is great for a little taste of the latest Android version
Miscellaneous ROMS / ROM ports
1)HTC Sense by weeo
-Sense themed
-Various Bugs present
-Development paused
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1545459
Opinion : A GingerBread based 2.3 ROM, must-have for fans of HTC’s Sense UI
2)LG Prada UI by weeo
-LG Prada UI themed
-GingerBread 2.3 based
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1592964
Opinion : A GingerBread based 2.3 ROM, must-have for fans of LG’s Prada UI
3)Samsung Touchwiz by weeo
-Touchwiz themed
-GingerBread 2.3 based
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1602335
Opinion : A GingerBread based 2.3 ROM, must-have for fans of Samsung’s Touchwiz UI
4)JoyOS
-iOS themed
-Smooth performance
-GingerBread 2.3 based
Link :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1602516
Opinion : A GingerBread based 2.3 ROM, with a UI based on Apple's iOS