I need some help to understand the way Microsoft is numbering Windows Mobile 6.1.
We usually see for WM6.1 numbers like for exemple OS 5.2.19971 B.19971.1.2.6.
5.2 seems to be some sort of internal and official version number for wm6.1 and 19971 to be the build number.
Then there is an obscur 1.2.6 (is it a sub-build number ?).
Moreover regarding the HyperDragon Roms each new version does not always follow a growing build number (from Oct. 22th the wm6.1 base build numbers were in the order 19581.1.1.1, 19212.1.0.3, 20757.1.4.0, 19974.1.2.8, 19974.1.2.8 and then now 19971.1.2.6
I understand the HyperDragon Rom depend of the initial phone extract (blackstone, jade, opal...) but how to choose the best one ?
Last question, I'm looking for the Windows Mobile 6.1.4 version because it is supposed to solve a big issue regarding the SMTP use in Pocket Outlook . But how to recognize a 6.1.4 version (base on a particular build or other usual numbering).
Thanks for your great help.
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Am getting ready to start a couple of test development projects on my
Windows Mobile 5.0 device.
First question - is there support anywhere for additional language packs?
This is a WM5.0 ROM 1.6.7.1 WWE device (Qtek 9100 - HTC - Wizard).
Or does WM5 require regional versions to be installed for language support in that region?
Would also be greatful for a brief explanation of the WM5.0 lineage.
Is Windows Mobile 5.0 - really a Pocket PC Phone edition?
What flavor of Windows do Smart Phones use?
Does Windows CE still exist?
Any help or info greatly appreciated.
Hi, Waters.
Here are some brief answers in order, hope they help:
1. On WM systems installing support for other languages is tricky so if you don't have a device with local ROM you will have to pay for and install special software. One company I know that does a lot of localization is Paragon ( www.penreader.com )
2. WM5 – Windows Mobile 2005 the latest version of OS for PPC platform, preceded by WM 2003 (4.2, 4.21 second edition – VGA support) and WM 2002 (3.0) etc.
3. All WM versions come in both regular and phone edition, WM5 is no different. The phone edition simply has the extra support for phone integrated devices, like drivers, dialer programs, etc.
4. Smart phones use WM for smart phones which differs form the PPC version by its shell (no touch screen) and tougher security.
5. Win CE most definitely exists, in fact Windows Mobile 5 is a derivative of CE 5 designed for PPC devices. There are other devices like nav consoles for cars that use win CE in either pure or custom tailored form.
Good luck with your projects! 8)
Thanks for the reply. Very helpful indeed.
http://discussion.brighthand.com/showthread.php?s=&postid=781630#post781630
PLS visit here to enable asian support.
also many thread about your question in this Developers com
I suggest u should surch in advance.
How can I tell the version of my XDA Mini S' ROM/firmware, and how do I know if this is the latest?
Also my device says in About that it has Windows Mobile 5.1.195 (build 14847.2.0.0). Again, how do I know if this is up-to-date and how do I update both if not?
Cheers
The latest Windows Mobile build is 5.1.195 (Build 14928.2.2.0)
There are some higher beta versions, but I believe this to be the latest official release.
You can check your ROM version in:
Settings -> System -> Device Information.
You'd have to contact your manufactuer or look it up online to find out if you have their latest ROM version or not.
How do I get the newer build of Windows Mobile?
I have ROM version 2.21.4.1 WWE
markmcrobie said:
I have ROM version 2.21.4.1 WWE
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Thats the latest release from O2.
I don't know if the other ones vary, but I would say thats as high as you could go at the minute.
When o2 release another, its easy to upgrade anyway.
Hi,
In my 614c my ROM revision reported by HP asset viewer is MP-1.00.01.
I have already upgraded my OS to WM 6.1 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=379384,
ROM downloaded from 4PDA: http://66.102.9.104/translate_c?hl=...&st=90&usg=ALkJrhjna6KUn3dU3EtDoWAzbxW_k8VJrQ)
and I have still version MP-1.00.01 reported by HP asset viewer.
My questions are:
1. What does it exactly mean ROM revision?
2. Why the ROM upgrade to 6.1 didn't changed it?
3. I think that the ROM revision may means firmware version - if it is true is there a chance to upgrade it?
As I can see people reports that they have MP-1.00.03 or even MP-1.00.05
Many thanks in advance.
Regards,
Bigu1975
bigu1975 said:
Hi,
In my 614c my ROM revision reported by HP asset viewer is MP-1.00.01.
I have already upgraded my OS to WM 6.1 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=379384,
ROM downloaded from 4PDA: http://66.102.9.104/translate_c?hl=...&st=90&usg=ALkJrhjna6KUn3dU3EtDoWAzbxW_k8VJrQ)
and I have still version MP-1.00.01 reported by HP asset viewer.
My questions are:
1. What does it exactly mean ROM revision?
2. Why the ROM upgrade to 6.1 didn't changed it?
3. I think that the ROM revision may means firmware version - if it is true is there a chance to upgrade it?
As I can see people reports that they have MP-1.00.03 or even MP-1.00.05
Many thanks in advance.
Regards,
Bigu1975
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I'm intersted too if somebody can explain?
Now I have os - 1.01.04 and fw 0.88 and if I Upgrade to wm6.1 will it downgrade in os or?
Asking because i installed before 6.1 and it said os version 1.00.1 but now i have updated it from HP site and rolled back and now maybe I will try again new version of wm6.1
thanks
anybody? knows?
After you will flash into WM 6.1 v1.4 you will see 1.00.03
For me it looks that this version represents just OS version. HP is providing right version (newest one is 1.01.04) but the WM6.1 ROM cooker just used 1.00.03 version. I don't know if it is mistake or rather the trick/hack which should allow to make any official upgrades from HP (there shouldn't be version conflict during such upgrade).
the versions of fw and os displayed during boot are test fields from the bootloader ... no use to change them ... and thez dont reflect what actually on the device!!!!!!
Saxxon,
I can see here that you know what you are writing about. I am also trying to understand this but I am not able . I would be grateful if you could be more precision and if you can describe it in more words...
You wrote OS and FW versions are only bootloader test fields. I thought that to be able to change something in bootloader we have to flash them. During flashing new WM6.1 we are flashing only OS not bootloader but those number are changing...
Also HPassetviewer is reporting the same version as during machine boot...
Thank you in advance...
HI
I am new to flashing ROM of my phone and like to give it a try. I am very comfortable with computers and systems administration.
I have a Cingular 8525 that I got a from a friend. Right now I am looking at the About screen and it is showing me:
Windows Mobile 6 professional
CE OS 5.2.1622 (build 18128.0.4.4)
Are the ROMs that I can get through this site any more advanced (updated) than what I have?
I looked at this site but the version numbers are not telling me anything and they are so different than what version is on my phone.
Hermes_Upgrades on XDA wiki.
Thanks
Nashmarkt
nashmarkt said:
HI
Windows Mobile 6 professional
CE OS 5.2.1622 (build 18128.0.4.4)
Nashmarkt
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You tell me, what version of wm do you have...
And yes, we now have WM6.1 and 6.5 available...
where do i find the rom for 6.5?
I have not been able to find 6.5.
thanks
Go to the rom development section for the hermes, there are many, many roms.
none of the 6.1 or 6.5 roms are official, they are all cooked, so you will have to try many of them to decide what fits you best.
I am currently building my own rom and want to build with OS 6.5,
I am currently using build 21869 but I know that it is a particulary old build.
I was just wondering what the latest (official) 6.5 build is.
Ta
Meaning about Official WM 6.5 i have seen Rhodium 2.07 that has 21887.
Dopod Qilin has an official CHS ROM based on build 21892...
LEO_S_3.04 has build 21895...this is the latest official rom from com 2
That is one other thing I am interested, I hear people talking about com 2 3 and 5. I assume I am using com 2 on my builds. What is the best way to upgrade to com 5 and what packages do I need?
What kitchen are you using?
With Oskitchen you just import a new WM build (from whatever branch you want) and then cook with that one.
And just out of interest, what device?
hd2 my build is using my on mix of bases tmous 2.10 for drivers, 2.14 for the nk.exe and leo 1.66 for the extra packages!
Yes but how are you cooking (which sort of Kitchen)
I have a TP2 and use a combination of the 2.10 drivers but with some (rilphone for example) from the 2.07 base.
Using Os kitchen It is very easy to jump between builds. I havent used EVK or OsBuilder myself but assume similar applies.
Yes i am using oskitchen 1.31 what rom do I need to download to get com 5?
I get confused - I have seen some of your previous posts and you already seem to be cooking with multiple builds - so perhaps I am misunderstanding the question?
But anyway I am using (and am happy with - have run it for a week or so) - 23686. This has the big buttons at the bottom and lets me use the Huashuan dialer. (I have one issue with contact groups - very minor)
Da G's thread says Com 5 is 235xx - well I did use 23569 for a while and it seemed pretty good to start with.