Samsung Galaxy Note 2 features an amazing set of hardware, unique functionality such as S Note and S Pen, and constant software updates for optimum performance. But users and developers made modifications through custom ROMs to make the device more powerful. Here are four custom ROMs offering one-of-a-kind add-ons for your Galaxy Note 2.

1. Alliance ROM JB v1.0

The latest official firmware version - JB XXDMA6 and features the following:

  • Deodexed, rooted, zipaligned
  • AOSP themed
  • Alliance ROM customiser
  • 6 Lock screens - Ripple, Circle, Jelly Bean, Blackberry 10, Acer, LG Optimus
  • 23 optional dropdown toggles
  • Multi-window with edited list of apps
  • Smart Stay
  • Modded camera
  • Auto call recording

2. Criskelo ROM v13.1
Based on the stock ROM with modifications added and an Aroma installer.

  • Base ROM MB6 Android 4.1.2
  • Deodexed, rooted
  • AROMA selectors: kernels, recovery, modem
  • TW and Nova Launchers
  • Lots of themes
  • Extremely fast
  • YouTube app video download built-in tweak

3. Phoenix ROM v9.0

It is based on the latest stock firmware Android 4.1.2 XXDMB6 which is fully deodexed, rooted, and contains BusyBox.

  • Flash player support
  • ES File Explorer
  • Call recorder
  • Multi language support
  • Sub symbols on Stock Samsung Keyboard
  • Multi-window control and applications
  • Phoenix Exclusives: RTL Menus and Beautiful Wallpapers
  • CPU Spy Plus
  • OS monitor
  • Phoenix OTA Center

4. Omega ROM Series v15
Creators of ROM series for most Samsung Galaxy devices including Galaxy S3 offering Aroma installer, multi CSC, and flashing of apps without reflashing the ROM.

  • Busybox
  • SuperSU
  • OmegaDroid Wallpaper, Walk boot animation
  • Genie Widget
  • Flash player support
  • Ink effect enabled with fingers
  • Auto recording option
  • End call delay
  • Blocking mode icon option
  • S Pen Board switcher
  • CPU Adjuster
  • Multi-window manager
  • Themes

All custom ROMs mentioned above are highly customisable and very stable. Few bugs were reported and developers constantly updates them.