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First of all, please ignore my ignorance. I did some reading in the ([TUT] Flashing your First GSM USA 1024LEO ONLY!! (For Noobs)) thread about getting HARDSPL, but I guess I'm still a little confused because the word LEO still gets tossed around. From what I understand, LEO is the EU version of the HD2. I would just hate to get confused and brick my device.
I was wondering if someone would be so kind to advised me in a step process with some links of what I need to do to install a customer ROM on my phone if I provide my phones information.
-The reason I'm trying to get a custom ROM is due to the constant freezing.
I have a few questions as well...
1) I've heard that the 1st few batches of HD2s that came out had issues. One way to tell is if the soft reset button under the battery cover is red (which mine is). Is this true? Also, if I exchange it has it helped anyone else with the freezing issue?
2) If I install a custom ROM, can I still use the "swype" feature? I love that.
Here's some of my phones information and a picture attached of what it looks like when I hold VOL DOWN on startup.
Speed: 1024 MHz
RAM: 576 MB
Flash size: 1024 MB
Data bus: 32 bits
OS version: 5.2.21889 (21889.5.0.87)
Manila version: 2.5.20121412.1
ROM version: 2.10.531.1 (82076) WWE
ROM date: 2/22/10
Radio version: 2.08.50.08_2
Protocol version: 15.34.50.07U
Sorry if this is more than needed, but I wanted to be thorough, haha.
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[TUT] Flashing your First GSM USA 1024LEO ONLY!! (For Noobs)
This Guide is only for T-Mobile USA HD2 with 1024 Mbytes ROM (1024LEO)
The ModelID for this version of HD2 is PB811200
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I don't really understand that.
Here's the ROM I wanted to try.
|L|6.5.5|TMOBILE USA| Energy Series ROMs 23559/21899 |Apr 17| ★ Sense 2.5 + More! |
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=654504
Not sure which one to get though.
I hope someone can help out. Sorry for the book.
Thanks!

That is the thread you want to use if you have a US T mobile HD2, just follow it step by step. At first I thought it was hard too, but it's not. You will still be able to use swype.

For the most part, as long as the rom says that is compatible with TMOUSA, you will be ok. To be on the safe side, if the rom thread is not in this sub-forum... don't flash it. Just to be on the safe side.
Good luck!

they're all leos. apart from the issues with rom and radio the phones are identical. if an app works on one it will work on the other
i don't believe the red button yellow button rumour, personally.

Definitely good to know. Thanks.
Any comments on flashing to a new ROM fixing the freezing issues?
Also,
I take it I don't have to click this?
2. FLASH HARDSPL (REQUIRED!! DO THIS BEFORE ANYTHING ELSE)
The Original HardSPL Thread is *HERE* (link)
I just click this one?
1. Download HardSPL package from *HERE* (link) and extract to an empty folder.
I guess that makes it sound easier. When I click that link it opens file: HSPL2_1024_RUN.zip.
Does that sounds like the correct file I need? Also, correct me if I'm wrong. This is a 1 time thing, correct? After that, I can try new ROMS by just flashing them?
Lastly, any recommendations for ROMs? Good reviews on the Energy ROM?
Which one should I get? 21899 or 23563?

yes the hspl with 1024 in the name, its not quite as obvious to find as the other two. (anyone still searching see my sig.)
the 21xxx roms are 6.5 the higher ones are 6.5.x
i won't recommend one, its really personal preference. lots of people go for the popular half dozen, but i think they're missing out by not trying a few and decide for themselves.

How do I know if I have 6.5 or 6.5.x?
Sorry.

irspam said:
How do I know if I have 6.5 or 6.5.x?
Sorry.
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6.5 - start button at top left of screen (like stock roms)
6.5.x - start button is bottom left.

Thanks a lot. I really appreciate all the support. I'll let you know how it goes and if it fixes the freezing issues.

I need some answers...

Hey, im a newbie. I just got my HTC HD2 (T-Mobile) USA
Can you tell me whats the difference between Leo and the USA HD2's ? I see there is way more mods/skins/apps for Leo HD2, so any way i can switch the software?
And what are ROM's ? See there threads about roms, flashing and stuff, what does that do?
Thanks.

pr0m0 said:
Hey, im a newbie. I just got my HTC HD2 (T-Mobile) USA
Can you tell me whats the difference between Leo and the USA HD2's ? I see there is way more mods/skins/apps for Leo HD2, so any way i can switch the software?
And what are ROM's ? See there threads about roms, flashing and stuff, what does that do?
Thanks.
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Welcome newbie,
Lot's of info here, so here are some basics; read the threads and go down a few pages there you will find all your answers.
LEO=HD2
USA HD2= 1024 Memory
EU HD2= 512 Memory
these are sometimes called 1024LEO & 512LEO can you see where the names are coming together?
ROM= the software that is loaded when you turn your phone on, no ROM no phone.... Make sense?
Flashing= Removing old ROM installing new ROM
Please start here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=631
Thanks you have a nice day!

all the themesand apps and such work on both the regular hd2 and the tmous hd2. only when it comes to rom version and ESPECIALLY radio is there a difference.
feel free to try stuff in the regular hd2 themes and apps section, but only get your roms from the tmous section.
(tmous = t mobile us, with 1gb rom and coloured start and end keys)
oh and spend the next few days reading, don't dive straight in like half the pillocks arriving here every few hours, understand what you are doing and you'll see how simple it all is.

HTC HD2 US T-mobile Flashing - please help.

Hello. I know I should have looked around more but I did and I am still confused.
I have got a HTC HD2 today from USA(the T-mobile version) and it has lots of the branding, now I would like to simply flash it with a clean software(ROM) so it would have an original boot screen and stuff but I dont know how to do it (i looked at the flashing tutorial but I did not understand it at all, although I know how to flash Nokias and Sony Ericssons )
Would someone be able to provide me with a few simple steps what to do? This is the t-mobile version with 1024 mb of rom and 16gb internal memory. (Well it has the simlock as well but as far as I know the ebay seller has to provide me with an unlock code as they promised). I am sorry for creating another topic but this is my first Windows phone I ever had and I really want to get it working asap because at the moment I can not even call/text because of the simlock.
I am unsure whether I should have posted it in the ROM section or the General section so mods please move it if applicable.
Oh No. I just realised there is a special forum for T-Mobile HD2's. Sorry!
Thanks for any support. I will appreciate it a lot.

Look Here. Do try to at least read the stickys before posting. This thread is found in the T-Mobile USA HD2 ROM Development forum, believe it or not.

Kalavere said:
Look Here. Do try to at least read the stickys before posting. This thread is found in the T-Mobile USA HD2 ROM Development forum, believe it or not.
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Did you even read his post before giving him crap?
He said he read it but didn't understand it. I don't really blame him since that write up is a bit confusing. I even had a hard time following it and I had owned and flashed my Fuze long before going to my HD2.
It's a pretty simple process. Go to the T-Mob section/ROM section. Find a ROM you would like to try. You will also want to download the HSPL found in the tutorial. Run HSPL once the phone say "We Hacked It" you are good to flash a custom ROM of your choice. Once you download the ROM you want go into the file and pull out the file ending in nbh. If it does not have the name LEOIMG.nbh rename it to such then place it on the main directory of the memory card. Go into bootloader by turning the phone off, pressing the volume keys then while pressing them press the power/end call key. Once there just follow what it asks/tells you.
It's that simple. You don't have to worry about doing task29 right off the bat. So let that wait till later when you are more confident of what you are doing.

Wil Badger said:
Did you even read his post before giving him crap?
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Everything you need to know is in that post. I worked it out reading from the same tutorial, how is it that he fails to do the same?

can you be more specific in your question? what part is hanging you up?
also...why can't you make calls? that doesn't seem good...

Would his simlock issue not be him trying to use a non t-mo sim in this phone!?!?

Kalavere said:
Everything you need to know is in that post. I worked it out reading from the same tutorial, how is it that he fails to do the same?
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Maybe because you had a WM phone before owning an HD2 and already understood the flashing process? He said he read it and didn't understand it clearly because he had never owned a WM phone before this one. Like I said there is some confusing information in that post that kind of conflicts with itself. It could have been written a bit more clearly. The OP of the tut kind of takes it that the person reading it should already know some things about flashing.

Also to the OP of this thread. Changing the ROM will not sim unlock the phone it will simply update the OS. If you want to get the sim unlocked you only have a few choices. You can either wait for the person you bought it from to come up with one for you, you can go to one of serveral sites and purchase one (normally around $14 US), or you can contact T-Mobile for it. Since you are3 most likely trying to run this on another carrier that latter will not work for you.
Also what carrier are you trying to put this on. Depending on the carrier you might have limited service. If you are trying to put this on At&t it will not get 3g service.

I looked at those ROMs, but they are all modified, all I want is a brand new rom with no t-mobile stuff and I would stick with it until my htc skills get better. I just really want to get the software stuff done before I actually start using the phone.
- I think I will get the code tomorrow, they have to give me one as its a part of the transaction.
- I tried to use it with 3 UK as I live in the UK.
- I can't make calls as I can not start the phone with my UK simcard (I made it sound like a faulty phone in my first post).
Once again, sorry for posting in a wrong section... I was too unpatient. Got my phone in hands and gone to xda-developers.com straight away hoping to get everything done quickly and then I realised the difference between HD2 and HD2 Tmobile
Simply... I understood the tutorial better after reading it many times, but all I want is just debrand my phone (with no cooked roms or any other stuff), at least now.

mateuszd said:
I looked at those ROMs, but they are all modified, all I want is a brand new rom with no t-mobile stuff and I would stick with it until my htc skills get better. I just really want to get the software stuff done before I actually start using the phone.
- I think I will get the code tomorrow, they have to give me one as its a part of the transaction.
- I tried to use it with 3 UK as I live in the UK.
- I can't make calls as I can not start the phone with my UK simcard (I made it sound like a faulty phone in my first post).
Once again, sorry for posting in a wrong section... I was too unpatient. Got my phone in hands and gone to xda-developers.com straight away hoping to get everything done quickly and then I realised the difference between HD2 and HD2 Tmobile
Simply... I understood the tutorial better after reading it many times, but all I want is just debrand my phone (with no cooked roms or any other stuff), at least now.
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Ummm the only rom for the TMOUS HD2 you are going to find "Without" the TMO stuff is a Custom rom ...
To take the TMO stuff out you have to MODIFY, or you take another ROM from another provider and MODIFY it ... So for what you are looking for is a clean, slim custom ROM ...
There are a few out there that are really slimmed down ROMs some even very close to stock , find one that sounds like you like and is compatible with your phone and give it a whirl , you will need HSPL first, HSPL3 is out so search for it ...

Just in case if someone wants to help me searching for a "clean, slim custom ROM", I will provide some hardware and software info that I think my be useful.
Ram Size: 576mb
Flash size: 1024mb
OS Version 5.2.21889 (21889.5.0.87) - isn't Windows (6).5.3 out?
Manila version: 2.5.20121412.1
Rom Version: 2.10.531.1 (82076)
Radio Version: 2.08.50.08_2
I will have a look for a clean rom (is anyone using a clean rom or is it just me demanding too much from that phone?). Please help me look for one...

mateuszd said:
Just in case if someone wants to help me searching for a "clean, slim custom ROM", I will provide some hardware and software info that I think my be useful.
Ram Size: 576mb
Flash size: 1024mb
OS Version 5.2.21889 (21889.5.0.87) - isn't Windows (6).5.3 out?
Manila version: 2.5.20121412.1
Rom Version: 2.10.531.1 (82076)
Radio Version: 2.08.50.08_2
I will have a look for a clean rom (is anyone using a clean rom or is it just me demanding too much from that phone?). Please help me look for one...
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I prefer the energy ROMs but they may not be close enough to stock for you
so look here ...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=656835
If you seen 21xxx in the OS version it is 6.5
If you see 23xxx it is 6.5.x (Actually I think 23xxx is 6.5.3.xxx)

Basically getting rid of startup and shutdown logos would be good.
This is the generic rom I would like to use but it will not work: htc.com/europe/SupportDownload.aspx?p_id=297&cat=2&dl_id=856
Is there no equivalent ROM to this one but for the TMO US version?
And finally, I can hardly find any clean ROM but i will keep searching...
EDIT: I found the newest T-mobile rom on their website which I have now downloaded... is there a way I could remove all branding from there before I flash it into my phone?
Btw, Is it true that the US TMO HD2 will not work with 3G network in UK? I'm scared now

I will make a new topic in the appropiate Tmobile HD2 Section... Please answer there if you want to help me.
My bad I did not notice the tmobile section before... Sorry Once Again.

mateuszd said:
I will make a new topic in the appropiate Tmobile HD2 Section... Please answer there if you want to help me.
My bad I did not notice the tmobile section before... Sorry Once Again.
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[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!!]

[Q] I need some help on Stock and Cooked ROMs and HSPL3

Hello Everyone,
I need some help and I would appreciate some feedback. Hope I wouldn't have to bore you with a lot of questions here. I just bought an HTC HD2 mobile phone (Model: T8585) WinMo 6.5 Professional with the following software specs:
SPL: SPL 1.66.0000 XE
ROM Version: 1.72.162.0 GER
Radio : 2.07.61.22_2
Protocol Version: 15.32.50.07U
OS Version: 5.2.21869
The problem is that the OS is in German and I want to change this to English. The phone is not locked to any network. I can use any mobile operator's simcard. In fact, I am currently using O2 simcard, although I bought the phone from vodafone germany. The thing is that it looks like the hardware is locked to vodafone's custom german OS, I tried to install an english OS and it failed with an error like "invalid ID" or something. I have read through a few threads here but I thought of explaining my situation here first before proceeding with anything.
So my first question is, can I use the HSPL3 in this case and what kind of ROM will I be able to flash my htc hd2 with after HSPL3? Secondly, can I still maintain my radio software without flashing a new one after hspl3? Thirdly, what's the difference between a cooked rom and a stock rom? Lastly, when a phone is bricked, does it also mean the phone is dead? Can a dead phone be reversed?
I am sorry but I'm a little bit new with HTC. It's my first smartphone actually The first 2 questions are the most important of all.
Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you
Bisoo

Dear user, first of all welcome on xda.
Secondly tray to use the search option, so the next time you don't need to wait till someone answer you.
A lot of new users have mostly the same question, so the answer was alreddy bean given in the past.
But okay, Now I'm replaying your questions, way not help you out.
About your question if you like to stay on stock Rom, but you will have a other language take a look on this thread, read and follow the instructions and all will become Okay.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=642486
Fore your latest question about the deferent between Stock Rom and Custom Rom, well the there are deferent builders, but the idea is the same. building a Rom with the latest packaging and build on the needs of the followers.
So you will see and find lot of different, the biggest different between the custom Rom's is style!
Take a look on this thread fore finding custom Rom's and read the sticky threads first! there is a lot of usfull information on it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=534
Fore replaying your question about HSPL, this will depends of your choice of your Rom, some Rom builders will advice you to use HSPL2 (1.66) some will advice you HSPL3 2.08, ... it depends of the Rom, and the conclusion of the Rom builder based on his test's.
I hope you have now some more information,
Best
Kurt

kurt-willems said:
About your question if you like to stay on stock Rom, but you will have a other language take a look on this thread, read and follow the instructions and all will become Okay.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=642486
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this method will work, but requires making a gold card which isn't free.
much easier to use hspl and then flash a stock rom in your preferred language.
if i were the op i would
1 install hspl2,(hspl3 offers nothing that hspl2 can't do, hspl3 is not "better" or a higher version, it just supports tmous phones, that's all. hspl2 is more useful to regular hd2 users.)
choose either 1.66.hspl or 2.08.hspl, doesn't really matter, you can change it whenever you like.
2 flash the rom of your choice.

you can also search for UK serial and download and flash the latest rom that way, again a search will find all you need

I am so pleased with your feedback. I guess I should have taken some time to go through all the threads on this site, instead of creating a thread which has questions which have already been answered on older threads. But I appreciate your responses
I have to admit that whoever created Hspl is just genius. I followed hspl3 installation guide and now I have been able to flash an European stocked WWE ROM (english) on my german carrier ROMed HTC. I took the S/N from one of the links Kurt provided. It's perfect now, although I am still a bit cautious and hoping nothing happens to my phone. I read a few scary threads here where some people, after some days, complained that their phones died after flashing with hspl. But I have the feeling that if one follows the steps correctly and consider the requirements keenly, probably nothing will happen. That's what I did.
Thanks a lot to you and all the guys who've contributed one way or the other on this site. I am sure I'll be back, maybe not with questions but contributions Thank you so much.
Bisoo