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[Help] Update recomendation on xda exec

Hi there!
Today I've bought an xda exec with the following specs:
Rom: 1.13.82 WWE
Radio: 1.04.02
RAM: 64MB
What is the recommended update to the ROM and Radio I can do?
Thanks in advance!
Best regards!

Benny-Danny said:
Rom: 1.13.82 WWE
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That's an old O2 ROM. The latest (last!) original XDA EXEC ROM from O2 can be found here.
Then there's an ocean of home-cooked ROMs, mostly WM6.x (you gain A2DP and other features but lose on video calling).

Benny-Danny said:
Hi there!
Today I've bought an xda exec with the following specs:
Rom: 1.13.82 WWE
Radio: 1.04.02
RAM: 64MB
What is the recommended update to the ROM and Radio I can do?
Thanks in advance!
Best regards!
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Welcome to Uni forum (gosh, I sound just like Orb2000 now ) Actually, make it ORB3000!!!! There, much better!
While we cannot recommend a particular ROM and Radio combination, your device comes with standard features, so pretty much anything that takes your fancy and is suitable for your device in this section would be perfect for the taking. The first thing you should do is read the Wiki, it contains loads of necessary information to help you identify your device and its features for the upgrade purposes and avoid any mistakes or pitfalls. Then you can familiarize yourself with available ROMs and read user opinions and feedback on their performance and features. Generally the best performers will be found on top of the WM6.1 upgrade section marked as a Sticky. Finally, once you get to know all you need and are ready to upgrade, you will be able to try some out and select the one that has the best combination of features FOR YOU. As far as Radio is concerned, there is no fast and steady rule for a perfect combo, some developers will recommend the Radio to be used with their ROM, some users will suggest what works for them, you can always try various versions (ftp server is your friend) and see which will work best for you.
Best of luck. Enjoy!

Thanks!
I've already read lot's of information on wiki for universal...
Already unlocked the "sim lock" and just updated the radio to the last one (1.18.00). Before the universal, I had an Magician (still have it, and working great with the WM 6.1 by cotulla).
I've read about the G3 and bootloader, but didn't understand how to update the bootloader (my universal have 1.00 version)... What is that for?
Also, I will try the WM6.5 ROM http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=529951 because read 'bout that and like it... just one question.. it the 6.1 better than the 6.5? If I change the rom to 6.5 can I change back to any other, inclusive the 6.1 rom?
Thanks!

enigma1nz said:
Welcome to Uni forum (gosh, I sound just like Orb2000 now )
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LOL!
By the way I´m 3000!!

orb3000 said:
LOL!
By the way I´m 3000!!
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Yes, sweetie, I know, I made myself sound like some improved, but not perfect model of you, you know - 'better than orb1000, but still not quite the orb3000'!!! My apologies. The only explanation I can offer is tiredness and late hour of my posting. Will amend my post now.

Benny-Danny said:
Thanks!
I've already read lot's of information on wiki for universal...
Already unlocked the "sim lock" and just updated the radio to the last one (1.18.00). Before the universal, I had an Magician (still have it, and working great with the WM 6.1 by cotulla).
I've read about the G3 and bootloader, but didn't understand how to update the bootloader (my universal have 1.00 version)... What is that for?
Also, I will try the WM6.5 ROM http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=529951 because read 'bout that and like it... just one question.. it the 6.1 better than the 6.5? If I change the rom to 6.5 can I change back to any other, inclusive the 6.1 rom?
Thanks!
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6.1 ROMs are more developed and used, therefore will be more stable and practical in everyday usage. Another thing is available resources, e.g. 6.5 ROMs tend to be on resource-hungry side, therefore those of us with standard 64Mb machines will not get as much free RAM or speed in some cases available to run our favorite programs as those with devices upgraded to 128Mb. You can try 6.5, of course, just note the above points. And of course you will be able to downgrade to other 6.1 or shipped ROMs.

enigma1nz said:
Yes, sweetie, I know, I made myself sound like some improved, but not perfect model of you, you know - 'better than orb1000, but still not quite the orb3000'!!! My apologies. The only explanation I can offer is tiredness and late hour of my posting. Will amend my post now.
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No problem dear enigma0nz
Oops, it was 1

ROM selection

What's the best ROM for HD2. I have 1024 Mb of Flash size and 576 Mb of RAM size.
Thanks

morphosin said:
What's the best ROM for HD2. I have 1024 Mb of Flash size and 576 Mb of RAM size.
Thanks
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Sounds like you have a TMOUS HD2, any ROM that is TMOUS compatible that you like ...
NO Radio x.xx.51.x, this will brick your phone ..
Can't really tell you what ROM is best, because everyone has different tastes ...
But IF I was going to suggest one .. It would be something from the Energy Series, check my sig ...

i am on tmobile htc hd2. i tried a lot of roms and the best i think is anyrom with gtx theme and with cht 1.8.5

Thanks for the info. Yes I do have a Tmo US. Just bought it today. Used to have a HTC Universal last. Things have changed drastically since. Cant seem to find my way around. Any starting point you recommend to start reading up on the ROM flashing procedure... I'd hate to brick my phone on day 1... hehe
Thanks again
watcher64 said:
Sounds like you have a TMOUS HD2, any ROM that is TMOUS compatible that you like ...
NO Radio x.xx.51.x, this will brick your phone ..
Can't really tell you what ROM is best, because everyone has different tastes ...
But IF I was going to suggest one .. It would be something from the Energy Series, check my sig ...
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morphosin said:
Thanks for the info. Yes I do have a Tmo US. Just bought it today. Used to have a HTC Universal last. Things have changed drastically since. Cant seem to find my way around. Any starting point you recommend to start reading up on the ROM flashing procedure... I'd hate to brick my phone on day 1... hehe
Thanks again
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Start here
You will need HSPL3 first just search for it, don't have the thread handy ...
for just about any ROM you will want to follow a simple procedure ,
HSPL3 first, this only has to be done once, unless you flash a stock rom from the SD card , as that will remove it ..
Task 29>Flash Rom>Flash Radio>Hard Reset after first boot>Enjoy
the Radio is optional, but you should find a good one that works for you
2.12.50.20_2 is what I use works great ...
One thing to remember , battery life may suck right after you flash, give it a couple charge cycles to learn ...
I think that's should get you started ....

Please use ROMS in that section if you dont know anything now.
as watcher64 said before: read about radios. You need to be sure that they are tmous compatible.

i need guides...

hi. i just bought a tmobile hd2. some of my phones informations is:
spl-2.10.0000 8g xe
fcc id:nm8pb81120
os version 5.2.21892 (21892.5.0.89)
manila ver 2.5.20121412.2
rom 2.13.531.1 (90963) wwe
redio ver 2.10.50.26
protocol 15.39.50.07u
cpu 8250b
speed 1024mhz
ram 576 mb
flash size 1024mb
i've read lots of articles on this site. i suppose i'll need to instal another rom on my phone. i read a lot but i get little confused. i think first i have to instal HardSPL (forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=653614) second i have to flash a radio and i can instal a rom. and on this page (forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=591784) it says i don't need to flash a radio. which means that i just install hardspl and instal this rom... am i right?
can you guys help me what am i suppose to do... and which version of hardspl, radio and rom works well for me?
sory to ask lots of questions but i don't know enough about wm phones ( thanks for guides...

Hi, basic steps are
1. Backup your important data like contacts etc..
2. Its very IMPORTANT that you Flash HardSPL first before flashing any ROM (No worries,it only needs to be done once for you to enjoy subsequent custom ROMs). Version 2.08.HSPL is ok.
3. Browse the threads for a suitable "TMobile HD2 compatible ROM" or visit this link for comfirmed ROMs.
4. Perform a Hard reset after successfully flashing any of the ROMs
5. Enjoy!
i suggest u clear your schedule, get coffee, tea, drink(s) and visit This Link . It contains info and links to all the guides you can possibly need to push you and your device to a higher level. i wouldn't recommend trying android till you are very comfortable with flashing ROMs.

you dont need to worry about the radio just yet, because since you have a tmous phone, it already has a radio that will work with all tmous compatible roms anyway.

Well I'm gonna just say right now I'm not an expert or anything since I'm relatively new too. I'm just trying to help, I would however advise wait for a more experienced person to answer.
First, if you want to flash a ROM follow this guide for the TMOUS HD2's. It goes over how to do it, which ROMs are compatible and all that.
Yes, you do have to get HSPL (except I think there are methods when you don't, though that might just be for the international phones...). But to get HSPL you should probably use this. I don't know if it is the only thing that does it but it, from what I understand, is the most well known. It also keeps you from "bricking" your phone.
From what I understand the only time you have to flash a radio is if the ROM needs it, and the chefs will say if it needs a certain one or list ones that it works with on their ROM page. I think most of them support the radio that comes stock, though don't take my word for it. I would wait for someone else to confirm or re-explain this paragraph because I'm not completely for sure.
As for which ROM is right for you...well only you can answer that. They all are different and different ones have advantages over the others. You just gotta explore a little and see what looks nice. This is the list of ROMs that support the T-Mobile HD2 so stick to it. I don't know how up-to-date it is (meaning I don't know if there are any new ones or not) but stick to those, you can "brick" your phone otherwise.
I would however advise if you're new to WM phones to try out themes first. They are a lot safer and I don't think there is any chance of ruining your phone (the only reason I flashed mine is because I've done it with a different phone before and felt comfortable doing it). Don't do anything you are uncomfortable doing and understand all the risks that go into anything you do to your phone before you do them.
Sorry for the long post, just hope this helps a little.
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I just got double ninja'd

thaks everybody for all informations. i'm still reading to find out how to install a rom and which one is good. i liked enegy rom gtx themed. i'll take a try. just before doing something to my phone i'm just tring to learn more but i'll do it anyway with a goodway or hardway... i hope everythig goes well...
thanks again...

Muzun28 said:
thaks everybody for all informations. i'm still reading to find out how to install a rom and which one is good. i liked enegy rom gtx themed. i'll take a try. just before doing something to my phone i'm just tring to learn more but i'll do it anyway with a goodway or hardway... i hope everythig goes well...
thanks again...
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That's d spirit...You'll be amazed @ what the search function on XDA coughs up...Everything'll go well once u stick to d guides and TMobile compatibie ROMs & Radios.

i picked up this rom (forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=652649) but there is two options. 1) com5(c5) 2)com2(c2). i don't know what it means... and if want to install one of these roms do i have to flash a radio after installing hspl?
and what is the stock rom?
thanks again...

It looks like COM5 and COM2 are just different versions. COM5 offers more options it looks like though, but I'm not sure. Someone else can probably answer that a lot better than me. I am also unable to answer the radio question. Sorry.
As for stock ROM though, that is the ROM that came already on your HD2 when you got it.

Muzun28 said:
i picked up this rom (forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=652649) but there is two options. 1) com5(c5) 2)com2(c2). i don't know what it means... and if want to install one of these roms do i have to flash a radio after installing hspl?
and what is the stock rom?
thanks again...
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I see u picked out Kumar's ROM...Click Here for a thread on the definitions and differences between COMs...And No, you won't need to flash a radio after installing HSPL or a custom ROM (Unless you are having problems connecting to your network in which case, u need 2 be careful 2 flash a radio known to work with Tmobile HD2).
Stock ROM is the original/default ROM which TMobile shipped with your device. Follow this guide and you can grab the stock ROM from here. The Stock ROM has to be re-flashed to your device if u ever have to return it to Tmobile as flashing a custom ROM voids your warranty. Grab useful links and watch video tutorials here.
Hope dis helps ya.

thaks voncrane i learned a lot today...

Muzun28 said:
thaks voncrane i learned a lot today...
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You are welcome, we r all noobs on different levels..

Help about fleshin!

Ok,i would like to know which is the best RoM for HTC HD2? and how to flesh it if possible explain here or give a link!

Dantia said:
Ok,i would like to know which is the best RoM for HTC HD2? and how to flesh it if possible explain here or give a link!
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http://ip208-100-42-21.static.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=653614
Read that. The best ROM is all about personal preference, for me, I like Omega XT GTX Themed, it's minimal, but it has all the features I want. Just browse the forum for ROM's.
MAKE SURE YOU INSTALL HSPL3 BEFORE YOU DO JACK SQUAT.

Ok was wondering if there is an Original HTC HD 2 RoM not T-Mobile one ! Since i noticed a little diff

there are loads of original roms but THEY WILL ALL BRICK YOUR PHONE,
do NOT flash any original rom to your tmous hd2.
you can only use tmous official roms, or tmous compatible cooked roms on a tmous.

I see a couple of thread like this get bashed..I suggest for you to try some of the roms until you find what suits you,its all about personal opinion and taste..They are free!!! just follow the instructions you should be good....

[Q] In dire need of an advice.

Hello all. PLEASE DON`T BE RUDE....
I know that there were probably 100`s of people before me making threads like mine. I just have a few questions and we can delete the thread.
I just got my HTC HD2 a few days ago, and i`m a total noob (lol) in all these rom, radio, etc stuff. I have a small issue of my HTC being slow sometimes, and windows media player working very slow.
1st. Question (most important) :
What is the fastest, most bug free ROM for the build of my phone?
I have HTC LEO. 1024MB. T-Mobile. USA.
OS Version:
5.2.21892
Manila Version:
2.5.20121412.2
ROM version:
2.13.531.1 WWE
Radio version:
2.10.50.26
2nd. Question:
Can Somebody explain or direct me to the thread on the cad (i think thats what they are called) files? How can i add more apps in the phone that i would like? And is there a place that has bunch of free apps for HD2? thank you.
THANK YOU ALL!!!

Also what is the difference between a ROM with HTC messaging or without it?
I like the NRG ROMs, the looks and such. The Max Sense UI looks cool.
But i want something that is very fast, doesn't have the unnecessary
apps, and that looks good.
Also is there a way to have custom boot screens, and other themes?

I don't have much time but..
EnergyROMs were just updated and feelin pretty fast, download the Reference version (some apps removed). HTC messaging looks nicer but tends to be slower. your current radio should be fine but if you consider switching try 2.12.50.02 | Other ROMs to look at: UnOff series, Dutty's cdlc, MiriROMs, LIA ROMs.
And remember to READ and SEARCH.

My phone was lagging more and more and the original ROM, so i went ahead and just did it
I installed a NRG Cookie GTX.
IT IS AWESOMELY FAST AND VERY VERY NICE
Still have the original radio.
Should i change the radio? and also now for my other question, where can i get more
themes and such things for the phone? and also, if anybody thinks there is a better ROM that doesnt look too close to the original, and is good for performance speed and such, please let me know

themes and apps,,, hmmm, well, its a long shot but the "HD2 themes and apps" section might have a few.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=531
you are fine using the regular hd2 section themes and apps, its only roms and radios that you should stick to this tmous section for.

id use what i have in my signature. very fast, completely reliable. no freezes.

Asking which ROM is best is like asking which Beer is the best.... it's all a matter of opinion
That being said, ALL of the ROMS listed so far are better then stock... they all get rid of the bloatware that T-Mobile/HTC loads on the device, and they all add tools & utilities that make using the phone much more enjoyable.
To be honest, your BEST resource for ROMs, Radios, Apps, tweaks and such would be to first read
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=663845
then do a search on the forum here... There's an XDA marketplace app that's getting better & better, and there's the Windows Mobile section that lists applications that are available.
if, after you do a search on the forum for "app xyz that does abc" and you can't find anything... feel free to ask, if something exists for it I'm sure someone here knows about it

Gungravekot916 said:
Hello all. PLEASE DON`T BE RUDE....
I know that there were probably 100`s of people before me making threads like mine. I just have a few questions and we can delete the thread.
I just got my HTC HD2 a few days ago, and i`m a total noob (lol) in all these rom, radio, etc stuff. I have a small issue of my HTC being slow sometimes, and windows media player working very slow.
1st. Question (most important) :
What is the fastest, most bug free ROM for the build of my phone?
I have HTC LEO. 1024MB. T-Mobile. USA.
OS Version:
5.2.21892
Manila Version:
2.5.20121412.2
ROM version:
2.13.531.1 WWE
Radio version:
2.10.50.26
2nd. Question:
Can Somebody explain or direct me to the thread on the cad (i think thats what they are called) files? How can i add more apps in the phone that i would like? And is there a place that has bunch of free apps for HD2? thank you.
THANK YOU ALL!!!
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Custom Roms make a difference, but the biggest difference for me was getting a better and faster Micro SD card. The class 2 that comes with is laggy because, well, it's a class 2. Class 6 16GB cards can be found relatively cheap.

crisisinthecity thank you for an advice on that part, and thank to everyone that helped out.

Hey guys i want to send one of my phones back to t-mobile. Is there a way to flash it back to stock? so there would be no trace that it had a custom rom?

run hspl3 choose 2.08.0000
download the 2.13 rom (from here or t mo website)
flash it over usb
done

umm i`m such a noob at these stuff.. can anybody give me a link for a stock rom download? please...

I don't want to be an ass but it's so easy to find...
T-Mobile USA HTC HD2 > T-Mobile USA HD2 ROM Development > [ROM]Leo 1.5 T-MOBILE Test & Stock ROMS[NEW 3.14!!]