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Yesterday, i got an update and my build number is CRC1. I decided i am going to root, does anyone know how I start with this firmware. Also i have debated on all the roms, im still not sure whitch one i should go with. I want to be able to use the HERO Theme. Also is the Hero rom as stable as the other? thanks.
nahanee20 said:
Yesterday, i got an update and my build number is CRC1. I decided i am going to root, does anyone know how I start with this firmware. Also i have debated on all the roms, im still not sure whitch one i should go with. I want to be able to use the HERO Theme. Also is the Hero rom as stable as the other? thanks.
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it called "using search" on xda. ur posting sumthing thats alrdy been answered a million times. and what do u mean is the hero rom stable as the other? what is the "other"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgJ2VtSqtJY
start from this video to root ur g1.noob
brian_v3ntura said:
it called "using search" on xda. ur posting sumthing thats alrdy been answered a million times. and what do u mean is the hero rom stable as the other? what is the "other"
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GgJ2VtSqtJY
start from this video to root ur g1.noob
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nahanee20 said:
Yesterday, i got an update and my build number is CRC1. I decided i am going to root, does anyone know how I start with this firmware. Also i have debated on all the roms, im still not sure whitch one i should go with. I want to be able to use the HERO Theme. Also is the Hero rom as stable as the other? thanks.
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I recommend you start off with Cyanogen. Once you're comfortable enough to experiment, throw on JACHero. The HTC TouchFlo UI is truly great and worth the lack of bluetooth.
The Hero Theme doesn't give you any of the benfits of the actual Hero UI. I previously ran The Dude's w/ the Hero theme and found it was lagged too much and ate too much battery for just being a bit prettier. JACHero on the other hand is a different phone that is superior to the G1 is nearly every way.
Deathwish238 said:
I recommend you start off with Cyanogen. Once you're comfortable enough to experiment, throw on JACHero. The HTC TouchFlo UI is truly great and worth the lack of bluetooth.
The Hero Theme doesn't give you any of the benfits of the actual Hero UI. I previously ran The Dude's w/ the Hero theme and found it was lagged too much and ate too much battery for just being a bit prettier. JACHero on the other hand is a different phone that is superior to the G1 is nearly every way.
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thanks for the reply, If i ran JACHero is there any lag? Also would i be able to keep the Stock radio, I noticed this phone has signal in my house, My Iphone and blackberry do not.
also should i even bother with apps2sd because I have a class 4 sd card.
Also anyone know what a PVT board is and how to figure out i have one?
Most of your questions have been answered. Please search. If its ROM related search the Development forum (there is nice sticky at the top of the thread list), if its theme related then it will be in the Theme section.
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also should i even bother with apps2sd because I have a class 4 sd card.
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Does anyone plan on making new roms and themes for the hero i dont really like the look on the stock rom i have MoDaCo and it looks the same as stock like the g1 they have alot of nice roms and stuff will we ever have roms like that?
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Does anyone plan on making new roms and themes for the hero i dont really like the look on the stock rom i have MoDaCo and it looks the same as stock like the g1 they have alot of nice roms and stuff will we ever have roms like that?
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I'm currently back on the HTC ROM but I would assume you can still run any of the home replacements from the market (or just the default android one) on MoDaCo.
do you know any good ones?
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do you know any good ones?
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It's really a preference thing, there's no harm in installing any one of them and seeing if you like'em. Sense really is the better fit for me.
Some of the major ones are:
- OpenHome
- aHome
-dxTop
- PandaHome
...that's just off the top of my head some of the ones I've tried. They each have some cool and unique things about them.
Once i figure what can me skinned and how i will be making themes. Not sure if i will post any, as i must have made at least 100 themes for S2U2 for personal use when i had my WinMo phones. If i did do one to post it would more than likely be a Danbo (Danboard) theme.
I just discovered that little guy and i already outfitted my chompSMS with several wallpapers of him.
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It's really a preference thing, there's no harm in installing any one of them and seeing if you like'em. Sense really is the better fit for me.
Some of the major ones are:
- OpenHome
- aHome
-dxTop
- PandaHome
...that's just off the top of my head some of the ones I've tried. They each have some cool and unique things about them.
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aHome Lite made my Hero so laggy i could hardly use it. It took me like 10 minutes just to get it uninstalled.
Also, when i was searching for OpenHome i couldnt find the actual program, only themes. Anyone know the official app name?
lol if you figure out how to make a theme you should defiently make me one
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aHome Lite made my Hero so laggy i could hardly use it. It took me like 10 minutes just to get it uninstalled.
Also, when i was searching for OpenHome i couldnt find the actual program, only themes. Anyone know the official app name?
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I didn't have much trouble with aHome, odd.
Any home replacement will be difficult to find on the market if there's a bunch of themes with the name in it sadly.
I almost forgot a few more too:
- Freshface
- GDE (though I don't know if this one is out yet)
As for OpenHome, fire up that barcode scanner and go here:
http://www.androidtapp.com/open-home/ It has QR codes to scan and will take you straight to the market app.
which one do you think looks the best? and is the fastest
Negrito said:
Once i figure what can me skinned and how i will be making themes. Not sure if i will post any, as i must have made at least 100 themes for S2U2 for personal use when i had my WinMo phones...
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I thought I recognized you from PPCG!
I used to have a Diamond and even made a few ROMs using some of the great kitchens available. It would be awesome if there were some kind of kitchen for the Hero. Hell, I might even give it a try then...just don't tell my wife, she thinks I quit cooking.
lol you got the hero too?
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I thought I recognized you from PPCG!
I used to have a Diamond and even made a few ROMs using some of the great kitchens available. It would be awesome if there were some kind of kitchen for the Hero. Hell, I might even give it a try then...just don't tell my wife, she thinks I quit cooking.
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There is a kitchen, its called Android SDK and you can use it with eclipse. all you need to do is go grab the source from htc and compile it the way you want to and load it up with eclipse. or the android emulator. there is other steps but thats what google is for. i am working on my own rom right now. cant wait till its done. i am wondering how fast a bone stock rom would run.
I would be ur number one fan for a bone stock Android with hero support. I'd even go as far as to say it would be the base most custom roms are based off of.
I'm not a programmer but if u go through with this is there any way to twist cryogen's work into it? He gets great reviews and the update utility is pretty pimp
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I didn't have much trouble with aHome, odd.
Any home replacement will be difficult to find on the market if there's a bunch of themes with the name in it sadly.
I almost forgot a few more too:
- Freshface
- GDE (though I don't know if this one is out yet)
As for OpenHome, fire up that barcode scanner and go here:
http://www.androidtapp.com/open-home/ It has QR codes to scan and will take you straight to the market app.
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Awesome, thanks for the link.
watzone69 said:
I thought I recognized you from PPCG!
I used to have a Diamond and even made a few ROMs using some of the great kitchens available. It would be awesome if there were some kind of kitchen for the Hero. Hell, I might even give it a try then...just don't tell my wife, she thinks I quit cooking.
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Yep, they banned me over something dumb, and i didnt feel like fighting them, plus since i have a Hero now they are useless.
can someone tell me how to make roms and stuff like that for the hero maybe a guide or video on it? thanks
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lol you got the hero too?
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Yep! I made a deal with my wife that I wouldn't spend all my time hacking a phone with Android on it (I know, I'm going to hell for that lie).
cteneyck said:
There is a kitchen, its called Android SDK and you can use it with eclipse. all you need to do is go grab the source from htc and compile it the way you want to and load it up with eclipse. or the android emulator. there is other steps but thats what google is for. i am working on my own rom right now. cant wait till its done. i am wondering how fast a bone stock rom would run.
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Good to know! I'll check it out. I've got quite a bit of catching up to do. Looking forward to your ROM as well.
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Yep, they banned me over something dumb, and i didnt feel like fighting them, plus since i have a Hero now they are useless.
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LOL! I sort-of banned myself. The Hero forum there is pretty lame. I still have friends there and at EDTP but I don't spend much time there anymore.
Alright!
Hey, my long awaited HD2 is coming tmrw!!! WOOHOO! YES!
Okay, all excitement over, what is the first thing I should do?
As in, screen tests, setting tweaks, etc?
Also, can someone step by step go through how to flash a EnergyROM onto the device later, once I have it?
Thanks,
The Gamer in MYJ
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Hey, my long awaited HD2 is coming tmrw!!! WOOHOO! YES!
Okay, all excitement over, what is the first thing I should do?
As in, screen tests, setting tweaks, etc?
Also, can someone step by step go through how to flash a EnergyROM onto the device later, once I have it?
Thanks,
The Gamer in MYJ
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First id like to say gratz ^^ uber phone
And i think u should use the stock rom for like a few weeks first to figure everything out then later on flash the Rom u like, ofcourse read the stickies at Rom Section to know how to flash properly shouldnt be that hard goodluck m8
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First id like to say gratz ^^ uber phone
And i think u should use the stock rom for like a few weeks first to figure everything out then later on flash the Rom u like, ofcourse read the stickies at Rom Section to know how to flash properly shouldnt be that hard goodluck m8
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Thanks man, I've heard so much good about it, but lately there have been so many bugs/problems being discussed on the forums, that I'm slightly scared.
Okay, thanks for the advice, will do. I just was looking at some ROMs, and saw how awesome Energy looked with MaxManilia haha
Hi there! Welcome to XDA Developers
I see your HD2 is arriving soon! Trust me it is SHINY!!!
And you'll love the way the device balances in your hand. Anyways, i'd suggest first of all to learn how to use the phone. Like, familiarise yourself with the layout, play around with the camera, and best of all flow through the Sense UI.
To learn how to flash ROMS, go to the HD2 Rom development section and head into the HSPL Guide there. Everything is mentioned step-by-step. Follow instructions carefully
That said, i'll strongly advice you try out more than one ROM, as each chef has his/her own unique taste and preferances. You're sure to find a ROM that's "just right" for you!
Remember to install Chainfire's HD2 Driver Patch, as that'll make your device run even smoother. Finally, browse through the General forum, and make sure you check out the Tips and Tricks forum, which is a life saver! If you want, also update your phone's Radio Version (found in the ROM Development Section)
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Thanks man, I've heard so much good about it, but lately there have been so many bugs/problems being discussed on the forums, that I'm slightly scared.
Okay, thanks for the advice, will do. I just was looking at some ROMs, and saw how awesome Energy looked with MaxManilia haha
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hehe np m8 just play around with it and when the time comes that u say damn i hate this stock rom flash asap xD
And about the bugs/problems they can be fixed, the new roms that are out now cooked by the chefs have no big issues so thers nothing to worry about.
And yes EnergyRoms are just awesome i personally have to say best rom ive used so far its fast, stable and its eyecatching everything that i need is in this rom ^^
have a good search on this site there is some cracking tweaks and cabs oout there, i have flashed alot of roms lol i have a problem but found one i love
[ROMeOS4](06MAR-v4.03.210|576MB)[WM655-23541][S-20121412] SO MANY ROMs,WANT THE BEST
is defo worth a go, also one of the best cabs is
All Opera Mobile/Mini versions: Official thread , use the Opera 10 B3 Repack (No Prompts/Flash Lite/Rotation/More its cracking web browser
and finally u gotta get
Co0kie's Home Tab - Extended QuickLinks, Appointments and More
and his editor, its top notch , hope u enjoy your htc hd2
Thanks
@Elemental_fire
Thanks for the warm welcome! Im a total noob, so thanks for all the info, I will be sure to install the patch, and browse the ROMS section. Im sure its VERY shiny!
@vietprid3
Im sure i'll get tired of the stock ROM quickly, all the others just look amazing haha. Very eye catching!
Thanks, Energy is the first i'm trying!
@DanJohnson19855
Thanks, I will try out that ROM later on, and that cab of the browser looks good
I see everyone uses cookie, and much less of MaxManila (the two kinda i've seen), why is that?
GamerMYJ said:
Hey, my long awaited HD2 is coming tmrw!!! WOOHOO! YES!
Okay, all excitement over, what is the first thing I should do?
As in, screen tests, setting tweaks, etc?
Also, can someone step by step go through how to flash a EnergyROM onto the device later, once I have it?
Thanks,
The Gamer in MYJ
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Hey Gamer,
Congrats i'm sure you will be happy with your choice. I would see how the stock rom fairs up for a couple of days nothing against custom roms some of the do look great! A friend of mine uses the ENERGY Roms. But i'm still running on stock just upgraded to 1.66 today but still loving it even though it isn't modded.
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Hey Gamer,
Congrats i'm sure you will be happy with your choice. I would see how the stock rom fairs up for a couple of days nothing against custom roms some of the do look great! A friend of mine uses the ENERGY Roms. But i'm still running on stock just upgraded to 1.66 today but still loving it even though it isn't modded.
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Okay, I will be sticking to stock for awhile, just to use it some. What kind of feedback does your friend have about the EnergyROMS? And how do you upgrade to 1.66? Thanks much
GamerMYJ said:
@Elemental_fire
Thanks for the warm welcome! Im a total noob, so thanks for all the info, I will be sure to install the patch, and browse the ROMS section. Im sure its VERY shiny!
@vietprid3
Im sure i'll get tired of the stock ROM quickly, all the others just look amazing haha. Very eye catching!
Thanks, Energy is the first i'm trying!
@DanJohnson19855
Thanks, I will try out that ROM later on, and that cab of the browser looks good
I see everyone uses cookie, and much less of MaxManila (the two kinda i've seen), why is that?
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You're welcome
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You're welcome
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Slightly ironic how I have a higher post count than the poeple greeting me, yet know much less. I really appreciate the help, and am probably going to need more in the future
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Slightly ironic how I have a higher post count than the poeple greeting me, yet know much less. I really appreciate the help, and am probably going to need more in the future
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And if the time comes when you need help once again, I shall always be there for you bro
GamerMYJ said:
I see everyone uses cookie, and much less of MaxManila (the two kinda i've seen), why is that?
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I suppose that the cookie mod imitates the iPhone's app screen? Maybe people will be like "My device has 3 UI's in 1: iPhone home which is what the cookie rom seems to do, then there's the WinMo Start button, when you tap that, you get the Program menu...and last but not least...HTC Sense
Plus it gives a more wider base for the HD2 to stand on (if that made Sense)
Mind the pun
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Okay, I will be sticking to stock for awhile, just to use it some. What kind of feedback does your friend have about the EnergyROMS? And how do you upgrade to 1.66? Thanks much
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Well there are 2 ways of getting the 1.66 Rom, first would be HTC's website, then Support, and go to the ROM update (You'll need to enter some digits found under your phone battery) OR...you can go to the HD2 ROM Development section and then look under the Stock Roms (easier and faster in my opinion than going all the way to HTC's website!)
Ps. EnergyRoms are amazing...you won't know until you try and experiance it for yourself! There are many tweaks etc applied...and it has a cool theme set. You'll also get regular updates
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Well there are 2 ways of getting the 1.66 Rom, first would be HTC's website, then Support, and go to the ROM update (You'll need to enter some digits found under your phone battery) OR...you can go to the HD2 ROM Development section and then look under the Stock Roms (easier and faster in my opinion than going all the way to HTC's website!)
Ps. EnergyRoms are amazing...you won't know until you try and experiance it for yourself! There are many tweaks etc applied...and it has a cool theme set. You'll also get regular updates
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As Mr Elemental_Fire says, I would go for getting the rom via HD2 Development section. I downloaded the from from HTC website and for such a small file it seemed to take ages.(Could of just been the shonkey EU server though)
So I'm new to android, not new to modding. So if someone can find the patience to set me straight on a few things. Ahem: I would like to keep a simple stock" ish " rom. I would like everything to just work. I would really like it if there was no ads on anything. Overclocked would be nice, but not if it hits the battery bigtime. So, in summary, is there a rom out there that will accomplish this for me failry easy? HTC sense is pretty cool. so that would be a plus. so Rom suggestions, mod suggestions. Very much appreciated. Time with family an gf doesn't leave me much time to my computer an phone tomfoolery.
Firstly Welcome! You have a few choices,there is nfinities stk roms with sense ,LiquidSolstice has stk roms available his are optimized and have alot of the bloat aka sprint crap removed. Look in the hero dev section you will find them,if you can wait i'll shoot you the links .
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So I'm new to android, not new to modding. So if someone can find the patience to set me straight on a few things. Ahem: I would like to keep a simple stock" ish " rom. I would like everything to just work. I would really like it if there was no ads on anything. Overclocked would be nice, but not if it hits the battery bigtime. So, in summary, is there a rom out there that will accomplish this for me failry easy? HTC sense is pretty cool. so that would be a plus. so Rom suggestions, mod suggestions. Very much appreciated. Time with family an gf doesn't leave me much time to my computer an phone tomfoolery.
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Sent From My Pedal-to-Metal Hero
BTW everybody here is very helpful .
Sent From My Pedal-to-Metal Hero
OH, I know. I love this place. Since I was rom'ing out my htc titan, an my girls Hermes. been pokin around here an HOFO. Hofo much much longer. Love the MObile Tech Communities, And I feel this place is the best. maturity goes along way online. Never been shunned or steered away here at xda. Thank you you for the suggestions. got everything to learn about the hero. Just stepped away from Palm Pre " 5th return in 6 months " Neat OS, but horribly executed hardware.
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Firstly Welcome! You have a few choices,there is nfinities stk roms with sense ,LiquidSolstice has stk roms available his are optimized and have alot of the bloat aka sprint crap removed. Look in the hero dev section you will find them,if you can wait i'll shoot you the links .
Sent From My Pedal-to-Metal Hero
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I have lots an lots of time. I dont' even know how to put this thing in recovery yet. lol. My girl has a samsung moment which I've flashed over roms an such to. It's a pretty cool device. Starting from scratch again. Winmo6.1..to Nokia 5800" whatever that os was. to WebOS, now onto Android Tips, an reccomendations on what the cool ppl do, let em fly. lol
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I have lots an lots of time. I dont' even know how to put this thing in recovery yet. lol. My girl has a samsung moment which I've flashed over roms an such to. It's a pretty cool device. Starting from scratch again. Winmo6.1..to Nokia 5800" whatever that os was. to WebOS, now onto Android Tips, an reccomendations on what the cool ppl do, let em fly. lol
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It's rooted already? if yes then power+home hold home down ater you push power button
Heres a few tips:
1.Read as much as you can,don't understand ask someone will help you.
2.Most important ask your quest. in the proper thread.
3.ALWAYS MAKE A NANDROID(a copy of the existing rom,settings and apps on your phone at that moment.)
4.When you read a discussion about flashing a new radio, Remember this: NEVER FLASH A RADIO THAT IS FOR A GSM HERO OR OTHER PHONE ONLY A CDMA HERO!
You will end up with a very expensive paper wieght.
5.Try to do as much searching as possible before you post a question(this should keep you from getting flamed! lol!)
Like I said previously the latest sense roms are Nfinite's Stk .7 based on the sprint 2.31.651.7 update you'll find that here:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=790889
Nfinite's Stk .2 Rom:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=849024
Try these 2 the stk .2 is nice thats what I run overclocked.
But try either of them and see how they work for you,need anything just shout !
BTW heres a wiki link with alot of info for you to learn from:http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=File:Hero_CDMA.png
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It's rooted already? if yes then power+home hold home down ater you push power button
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I's just a stock sprint hero, updated to latest sense version. I read I need to roll back to sprint build no. 2.27? I'm currently on build no. 2.32.651.2 The rooting process seems like a long one using command line? The gf's moment was easy cheesy to root. no drop in an flash files for rooting the hero eh ? I"ll take a look at those roms an download. along with htc sync an.....the android sdk I beleive is what I saw.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8544298&postcount=1
Found this, easy root, just a few steps... no downgrading. Safe to do?
:Carpet Diem:
sin-cal said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=8544298&postcount=1
Found this, easy root, just a few steps... no downgrading. Safe to do?
:Carpet Diem:
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Give it a go,I used Regaw's to me it seems pretty easy.they're are other ways the one you found is one.
Here is an app that does it,if you want read asout it. From what I read it works on 2.1 roms as well.Heres the link:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
Try which is easiest for you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9857985#post9857985
Above is somemore info on the z4root method
The z4root worked like a charm. Thank you very much.
Now..onto recovery, backing up, an picking a rom.
Carpet Diem
sin-cal said:
The z4root worked like a charm. Thank you very much.
Now..onto recovery, backing up, an picking a rom.
Carpet Diem
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Great glad it worked,have fun and enjoy!
One last bit. How does one go about getting the adblocking going?
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One last bit. How does one go about getting the adblocking going?
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I really don't know. I don't do anything about them because most of the Devs work or apps are free,so if they get a little back from the ads is ok with me. I think there is an app on the market that will block most ads.
"Living One Day at a Time: My Friend
Carpe Diem
Fdx
So I'm rooted, got a rom on it, OC kernel, got it set up the way I like " thus far " Anyone have any knowledge on a new lockscreen? say...the rotary one? Thank you again flow for the push in the right direction. Used "NFX-Sprint.STOCK.2.32.651.2.ODEX.A2SD: Loving it.
Hey guys, new to Android, just got my Desire HD today and i'm blown away......
Just wondering what cool apps etc things i can do to get going?
I'm with Orange UK and it's got their branding on it so if i can get rid of that for a start that would be a bonus....
Any other tips etc?
Thanks!
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Just wondering what cool apps etc things i can do to get going?
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id start by just appreciating the system for what it can and cant do, whilst reading stickies on here and seeing if you need or want to do anything to improve it
Thanks for the reply.
Yea i've done a bit of research but i've got alot more to do, i do really find Android to be great so far, better than any other O/S on a mobile phone i've used before, Symbian iOS etc...
I got my Desire HD on Orange last week and besides messing with the phone itself, the only thing I've done is remove the Orange-branded OS and install the stock HTC one. At some point I'll look into the advantages of rooting, custom ROMs and other things of that nature.
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I got my Desire HD on Orange last week and besides messing with the phone itself, the only thing I've done is remove the Orange-branded OS and install the stock HTC one. At some point I'll look into the advantages of rooting, custom ROMs and other things of that nature.
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yeah i would like to do this, Orange has got some bloatware on their one, where did you get the Stock HTC OS? and is there a tutorial for installing it?
Sorry if i'm overlooking the forums.
Have a look in the development sections, there are some great tutorials out already for rooting and changing ROMs on your new Desire HDs
Hi,
i am also new to android.. Before i bought my htc desire hd i used an iphone 3g. As i got my htc the phone flashed me totally. I would never buy an apple product
The best way for you is to read in this nice forum.
junglebungle said:
yeah i would like to do this, Orange has got some bloatware on their one, where did you get the Stock HTC OS? and is there a tutorial for installing it?
Sorry if i'm overlooking the forums.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905003
I followed the above guide because I thought that under the current version of the Orange firmware, downgrading would be necessary. I'm not sure if just creating a goldcard and installing a 1.32 ROM would work.
If you're new to this type of thing like I am, just do some reading around this forum and the development forum and you should have some idea of what you want to do.
Like mentioned above, there are some very useful guides in the development section.