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[Q] Sense

Hey I was wondering if there was any way that someone could make a sense rom for the droid 2 and if it would even run on it. Also why wouldn't it work it is just additions to the system/app and system/framework.
Please explain what a locked bootloader restricts. I know it means that you can't use un-official kernels but does that mean you can't change it to sense?\
I would love to have the new sense from the desire HD for the droid 2.

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from what i understand the big thing holding back alot of the dev work for stuff like that on the droid2 is the motorola locked bootloader.... so far i've seen themes and the like with alot of the motoblur taken out/turned off but nothing beyond that (not even an aosp) but i know that its being worked on by some good people and I am holding my breath for the goods to start flowing for both the 2 and the X.... in fact i would really like to have it by the big tx bbq.... kinda soon but i can dream

ljbaumer said:
Hey I was wondering if there was any way that someone could make a sense rom for the droid 2 and if it would even run on it. Also why wouldn't it work it is just additions to the system/app and system/framework.
Please explain what a locked bootloader restricts. I know it means that you can't use un-official kernels but does that mean you can't change it to sense?\
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i adapted somehow htc sense to our Milestone (Droid 1 EU edition) , it works, but lacks speed due to the limited 256MB RAM available, secondly no-one has written a driver that emulated the bcm4329 hardware, so making bluetooth working ok is another major "not working".. even on older htc phones they had problems.
anyways i can say its possible is i did the reverse and put MotoBlur on Milestone, it works but somehow also lacks 512MB RAM here too.
to end this quick note,
HTC sense is not just an addition to the framework, its a different releas of the framework, every vendor does this, so like EU motorola did many updates on the milestone, but only first found now in droidx,droid2...
and porting it is not so simple, but i would think its possible, but i guess its too early for droid2 to have anything running as no real recovery exists, which loads before any os.
the one you got has a live /system when you open recovery, which means you can easily mess up your phone when you start modding to use sense, and pretty much make it unbootable, so a new sbf needs installed, which again means alot of testing before you actually get it working, and then backup? another problem to work with when you make small changes..
its not easy task without a real unlocked boot or a good recovery solution..

ok so technically what would I have to do to put sense on the droid 2?

ljbaumer said:
ok so technically what would I have to do to put sense on the droid 2?
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It will never work 100% of even close enough to have the phone fully functional. People have been trying since the Original Droid. It's also tied into the RIL of phone.

Out of the blue question
What about just theming the home screen menubars to get the sense menubars only? Is that possible?

that should be possible, as a few themes available right now have already altered those files with success. Now you just have to grab a Sense based ROM form a Droid 1 and start copying and modding image files mostly i think. to make a deodexed hybrid of Sense and MotoBlur.

Is is possible to just to have the speed-dialer/contact app working the D2(that is the only real thing I will miss if I go with the D2)?

I'd move to the D2 right away if you can get the HTC keyboard mixed with the multitouch keyboard of the D2, and then add contact app(and all that comes with it), and music app. That all I really like out of my Eris.

If the D1 was able to get a sense port(from what i have seen) how come we cant get it on the D2?

Mackattack said:
If the D1 was able to get a sense port(from what i have seen) how come we cant get it on the D2?
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the original Droid ran stock android, but the droid 2 has a custom framework (MotoBlur) and a locked bootloader.

Makes logical sens thanks

[Q] Are there any custom ROMs/FWs in the works?

I am wanting to change providers from T-Mobile to Virgin Mobile, and I will only use Android devices.
Now, the question is:
Is there any plans to have custom ROMs/FWs for the Intercept?
The stock ROM on this phone doesnt work well with the display. It makes everything look broken up & it is not displayed well.
I would like to see a Sense ROM ported over, since my first Android phone was a Sprint Hero, then the Evo, and now I use custom Sense ROMs on any Android Device I use. Which is why I want this phone to see some custom ROM love, so I could make the switch.
What are your thoughts, and which Custom ROM would you pick for this phone if we can get a Dev to help port?

NexusOneOwner said:
I am wanting to change providers from T-Mobile to Virgin Mobile, and I will only use Android devices.
Now, the question is:
Is there any plans to have custom ROMs/FWs for the Intercept?
The stock ROM on this phone doesnt work well with the display. It makes everything look broken up & it is not displayed well.
I would like to see a Sense ROM ported over, since my first Android phone was a Sprint Hero, then the Evo, and now I use custom Sense ROMs on any Android Device I use. Which is why I want this phone to see some custom ROM love, so I could make the switch.
What are your thoughts, and which Custom ROM would you pick for this phone if we can get a Dev to help port?
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There are alot of custom roms for these phones already most of the dev work if not all just doesn't happen on this forum. check out this and you'll see what's been going on with them so far.

I think is problem of display not the rom, I have original rom and use task killer, and few apps only, running smooth and fast.
Problem now with intercept is just resolution was too low, if you are nearsighted like me then is ok, since most thing is blurry in my point of view without my glasses on, but if not, those resolution will make you feel the pain sometime.
But overall intercept have great COST/PERFORMANCE value, that is what make a true low end cellphone shine.
And best part is 800mhz, not so hard to tweak it to 1GHZ. or even 900.

[Q] A bit of a lose with Samsung , appreciate some clarification

Presently I am using an AT&T HTC One X. I have never had my hands on a Samsung. I would like some clarification on rooting and using the custom roms.
I know this phone is new to the market and not much other than developers know much about it, but I still am curious. I am reasonably sure I will be switching to the GS 4 after the "hype" cools after the newness wears off.
Until the HTC One X, I used iPhones since the first iPhone 3 and never thouht about rooting or custom roms then came across the root thing and swapping roms, I had no problem with the root stuff or swapping after reading several posts and forums on the HTC One X so the ? is, is the Samsung's that hard or difficult to unlock the bootloader ?( see I don't even know for sure the Samsung has a bootloader).
I have read about the "Gold Card", using a Y cable , etc. is all that a necessary part of rooting ?
With the HTC One X there is a International and a U.S.A (AT&T) version, roms will not interchange, is this the case with the Galaxy S 4?
If there is two versions which is which? ATT code name or number in particular.
In the past with custom roms, what does the Samsung roms have over the HOX roms ? I know HTC sense and like it , I have heard about touch whiz, but what is it?
I know comparison's are illegal in the forums and this is on the verge of comparing but just asking for the difference on some points.

Samsung FOREVER <3 <3 ​

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Samsung FOREVER <3 <3 ​
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Guess this forum isn't as "noob" friendly as stated, unlike the HOX forums. With regards to the type of answer I got here, I might just reconsider the HTC One when due for an upgrade. At least in the forums I use I can at least get some kind of replies.

To be honest, this forum is pretty stupid .. Been here since 2009 and just got back to android and realised this forum became crap. Full of memes and nonhelpful posts.. meh

leesumm said:
Presently I am using an AT&T HTC One X. I have never had my hands on a Samsung. I would like some clarification on rooting and using the custom roms.
I know this phone is new to the market and not much other than developers know much about it, but I still am curious. I am reasonably sure I will be switching to the GS 4 after the "hype" cools after the newness wears off.
Until the HTC One X, I used iPhones since the first iPhone 3 and never thouht about rooting or custom roms then came across the root thing and swapping roms, I had no problem with the root stuff or swapping after reading several posts and forums on the HTC One X so the ? is, is the Samsung's that hard or difficult to unlock the bootloader ?
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( see I don't even know for sure the Samsung has a bootloader).
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Every phone to my knowledge has a bootloader
I have read about the "Gold Card", using a Y cable , etc. is all that a necessary part of rooting ?
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Gold Card is unique to HTC I think, it's not used in Sony phones. I've only ever needed the charger (Micro USB B cable) for unlocking both my Sony Arc and HTC desire HD
With the HTC One X there is a International and a U.S.A (AT&T) version, roms will not interchange, is this the case with the Galaxy S 4?
If there is two versions which is which? ATT code name or number in particular.
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USA usually have their own "custom" built phones. For Code names
In the past with custom roms, what does the Samsung roms have over the HOX roms ? I know HTC sense and like it , I have heard about touch whiz, but what is it?
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Touch whiz is the sense for Samsung, It's essentially Samsung adding their own stuff on top of regular android
I know comparison's are illegal in the forums and this is on the verge of comparing but just asking for the difference on some points.
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You could probably look up reviews.

SevenD2 said:
Every phone to my knowledge has a bootloader
Gold Card is unique to HTC I think, it's not used in Sony phones. I've only ever needed the charger (Micro USB B cable) for unlocking both my Sony Arc and HTC desire HD
USA usually have their own "custom" built phones. For Code names
Touch whiz is the sense for Samsung, It's essentially Samsung adding their own stuff on top of regular android
You could probably look up reviews.
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Thank you for the information, although with all the reading this morning on the GS4 and the HTC one I think I am more confused than before. I still don't know for sure what the difference is between the HTC and the Galaxy as for the root procedure. Then, enters the ODIN thing? Unlocking seems easier with the HTCDEV than whatever the procedure for the GS4, but the software review from Engadget makes the GS4 seem more appealing than the HTC out of box for me anyway. But , still with all the reading there is conflicts as to what I see whether the GS4 can be unlocked. From what I read, HTC is easier to unlock and S-OFF than the Samsung also. AS I understand it , TWRP cannot be used on the GS4 as with the same on HTC and CWM could not in the early stages. I am used to the TWRP for recovery but have used the CWM since it was altered for the HTC. Like some of the DEVS , plastic or aluminum it doesn't really matter as there will a case of some sorts on either one if nothing more than to protect from scratches.
All in all it sounds as if the Galaxy has the better software than the HTC One and IF the devs incorporate the features in the custom roms , it would make the GS4 a better device for me any way. I guess it comes down to the wait period for my upgrade to see what the DEVS come up with for customs and which one will win.

Verizon S5 - Quick help please

Can anybody please help with a quick answer?
In a nutshell I still torn between the S5 and HTC M8 (buying tonight) and needed to know what I can do with the S5 as far as root and custom ROMs go.
I think the S5 is better than the M8 however the locked bootloader plain sux and there are plenty of recoveries and ROMs for the M8.
I certainly prefer the VZW S5 if I can at least root it and maybe install a custom rom or even plain KitKat if needed. I can always wait for a custom recovery.
Is that possible as of now?
Thanks in advance!

Hawk600 said:
Can anybody please help with a quick answer?
In a nutshell I still torn between the S5 and HTC M8 (buying tonight) and needed to know what I can do with the S5 as far as root and custom ROMs go.
I think the S5 is better than the M8 however the locked bootloader plain sux and there are plenty of recoveries and ROMs for the M8.
I certainly prefer the VZW S5 if I can at least root it and maybe install a custom rom or even plain KitKat if needed. I can always wait for a custom recovery.
Is that possible as of now?
Thanks in advance!
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If you really like rooting your device and such, i suggest the S5.
I believe there are recoveries available but currently there are no plain kitkat roms for the S5.
HTC has all these S-on, locked bootloader and stuff that makes it a hassle to root.
It is also a hassle to return HTC devices to factory spec.
Hardware wise I think the S5 is a better choice. it isn't stupidly tall, doesn't have on screen keys, doesn't have an exterior that scratches and dents, doesnt have a 4MP sensor that performs VERY inconsistently.
I'll admit HTC has better software, but software can be changed, hardware cannot be changed.

Hellscythe said:
If you really like rooting your device and such, i suggest the S5.
I believe there are recoveries available but currently there are no plain kitkat roms for the S5.
HTC has all these S-on, locked bootloader and stuff that makes it a hassle to root.
It is also a hassle to return HTC devices to factory spec.
Hardware wise I think the S5 is a better choice. it isn't stupidly tall, doesn't have on screen keys, doesn't have an exterior that scratches and dents, doesnt have a 4MP sensor that performs VERY inconsistently.
I'll admit HTC has better software, but software can be changed, hardware cannot be changed.
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Thank you, I liked the HTC but got the S5 for the same reasons you pointed out, however is Verizon version and as far as I know there is no root for it yet.
Well I believe it will be unlocked at some point...just need some patience.
Thanks again!

Any custom rom for HTC Desire 650?

I have an HTC phone called desire 650. It has stock android 6.0 and I really want to upgrade to nougat at least. The problem with this is that, even tho this phone was really good at its price, I CANT find any custom roms for it or anything. Is there a way to upgrade to newer versions of android like this? Im kinda new to this Rom-stuff so i dont really know anything about these. Reply asap please! <3
edit: i forgot to mention that htc doesnt give out software upgrades to this phone, so the thing in the setting doesnt work.

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Hi everyone,
I can't beleive there is no custom ROM sur this HTC Desire 650 ?
I can't find anything after hours of research except fake virus links on suspicious websites.
Are we the only ones to get this phone?