[Q] Running 2.2 with 2.1 layout - Streak 5 General

Hello everyone,
I have been using an HD2 for some time with android. The phone was working great but i wanted to buy an android phone as i was spending a lot of time on it downloading different builds. After looking around i decided to go for the Dell Streak. I loved the big screen and how different it is for all the other phones around.
I live in the UK so bought it from o2. The phone came with android 1.6 with an optional upgrade to 2.2. As soon as i started, i downloaded the update but with great sadness i realised that on the 2.2 the phone looses the task bar on the top with the standard android and also the biggest let one down is the big screen is not anything special now. I did not like that you could see the different screen on the sides of your home screen.
Having searched i have managed to downgrade to 2.1 and the phone looks the way i want it again. Unfortunately there seem to be lots of bugs with this version of the streak so i am wondering if there is a way i can have 2.2 running looking like the 2.1 version or a fix for the 2.1.
Thanks in advance for any advice

neither can be done, froyo changed the frameworks too much to make porting the (frankly crap) status bar over, im actually happy dell saw sense and removed it as i dispised the 1.6/2.1 status bar with a passion

Thanks!
Not the reply i was hoping for but at least i know that it cant be done.
If i upgrade to 2.2 is there a way of streaching the screen in order to avoid overlappping?
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yes there is. You have to use a different home screen launcher. The two popular ones are adw.launcher and launcher pro. Both are highly customizable and will do what you want.
I currently use adw.launcher and love it.
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Wicked i shall download it and have a play around with it.
Thanks for the tips guys!
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I really miss the 1.6 task bar as well. Since getting froyo I have moved to launcher pro for my default launcher. Much better that stage.
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Spectre51 said:
I really miss the 1.6 task bar as well. Since getting froyo I have moved to launcher pro for my default launcher. Much better that stage.
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i very much concur, the 1.6 layout and keyboard is what sold me.
now if they had 1.6 runnin flash i would be keeping it

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1.6 keyboard port over 2.1

I read alot of threads aand seen alot of people going back to 1.6 because of keyboard, and i was wondering if alot of people love 1.6 keyboard (include me) why dont some development somehow port it over with an app or a tweak or something...I would do but i have no clue... CAN IT BE DONE? POSSIBLE IMPOSSIBLE ? WILL the keyboard be the same as 1.6 in 2.2 from DELL UPDATE ?
I like the 1.6 keyboard as well, and hope Dell keeps it available as an option with the official update to 2.1 / 2.2.
I think the 1.6 keyboard can be extracted from the old rom.
so it can be done.....in theory, have you tried done that ?
Am still on 1.6 & I hate the stock keyboard. Am using SlideIT keyboard which is totally awesome, well worth the $5 or so that it costs
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updated to 2.2 and hate it ! anyway to get back ?

just as title says . hate 2.2 anyway to get back to pre 2.2
Seriously? What do you hate about it? The new Stage UI? Are you running a DJ Steve ROM or an un"official" Dell ROM, if you are running a Dell ROM get to the 318 and load the perf zip optimization.
If you hate the new Stage interface you should check out LauncherPro or ADW.Launcher.
To go backwards to 1.6 is really doing the Streak and yourself a disservice.
esox23 said:
Seriously? What do you hate about it? The new Stage UI? Are you running a DJ Steve ROM or an un"official" Dell ROM, if you are running a Dell ROM get to the 318 and load the perf zip optimization.
If you hate the new Stage interface you should check out LauncherPro or ADW.Launcher.
To go backwards to 1.6 is really doing the Streak and yourself a disservice.
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Exactly. If you go back to 1.6, you will lose flash player capabilities, multitouch, etc.
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ryan562 said:
Exactly. If you go back to 1.6, you will lose flash player capabilities, multitouch, etc.
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I'm thinking of going back to 2.1 purely for the notification bar. I always turn flash off so that wouldn't bother be at all. The only think keeping me on 2.2 is that the UI is slightly faster and the browser is much faster.
I was tinkling about going back to 2.1 because my phone is currently locked to o2. But I quite like 2.2, so I'm sticking to it. I'm waiting for o2 to send me the unlock code and is using it as a tablet atm. I hate it when I can't use it as a phone though
esox23 said:
If you hate the new Stage interface you should check out LauncherPro or ADW.Launcher.
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ADS Launcher EX is actually really really good. Can be bought from the market

[Poll] Which Firmware do you have installed on you Streak?

Please share with us as to why do you have it installed, such as you dont get any issues or you dont like certain features in others, or you just simply dont want to upgrade
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Foxhoundep3 said:
Please share with us as to why do you have it installed, such as you dont get any issues or you dont like certain features in others, or you just simply dont want to upgrade
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Not Android Development
Moving to General
1.7.0 because if works perfectly
1.7.0
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1.6.1
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Streakdroid 1.7
erm, cos it's awesome?
StreakDroid 1.6.0 because it is stable.
I haven't found a compelling reason to upgrade or perfmod. Gameloft games work with 1.6.0. I was stuck on 1.4.6 until 1.6.0 and do miss the "rear door check" being disabled. Many tweaks can be done without flashing.
v1.7 w/perfmod and 180 LCD density
anyone else have the "this file is audio only" in stock Movies Player?
anyone know how to fix it? Thanks!
froyo 2.2 firmware 318-EU
1.7. It has been the best of Steve's bunch for me. No issues at all.
so far a lot of you are on the official ROMS, impressive if you ask me. im on 1.6.1 as it seemed more stable to me, i couldnt change my keyboards on 1.7, or change the brightness like i used to, so i downgraded.
chrisrotolo said:
v1.7 w/perfmod and 180 LCD density
anyone else have the "this file is audio only" in stock Movies Player?
anyone know how to fix it? Thanks!
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I have this issue. Covered in another thread. Need to disable stagefright.
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Foxhoundep3 said:
so far a lot of you are on the official ROMS, impressive if you ask me. im on 1.6.1 as it seemed more stable to me, i couldnt change my keyboards on 1.7, or change the brightness like i used to, so i downgraded.
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I stayed on 1.6.1 because its stable. 1.7 doesnt support FFC for Fring and I use it a lot with my girfriend. I think I'll stick to this ROM till the great Dj_Steve comes up with Honeycomb.
Steve's 1.7.. its perfect!
I probably will upgrade when I get the confidence! Just really scared of upgrading and bricking the device. Compared to Touch Pro on WM - I remember upgrading to custom rom on the very first evening! I suppose this is partly because there was more room for WM to be improved on. I am very happy with Android tbh.
Would be really nice to use Honeycomb on this device, but somehow I think it's going to be challenging. I have heard a lot about DJ Steve's achievements, but...let's wait and see and support him however we can.
Another thing - I cannot find any screen shots of roms available - so less tempting to upgrade I think. If the designs were shown-off a bit better, I suppose I would do the leap of faith and upgrade
Current status
Currently running 1.4.6
reasons for this :-
tried 1.5.0, 1.5.1, 1.6.0, 1.6.1 had issues with all trying to use gps.
1.4.6 seems to have best battery of all.
Have checked what 3rd part apps & widgets have been installed as well and even with minimal installed 1.4.6 seems best
ramtix said:
I stayed on 1.6.1 because its stable. 1.7 doesnt support FFC for Fring and I use it a lot with my girfriend. I think I'll stick to this ROM till the great Dj_Steve comes up with Honeycomb.
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lol....same here.....can't live without Fring and can't wait for Honeycomb....but hopefully it will be stable
2.2 firmware 318-EU
2.2 firmware 322-EU
I'm on 1.6.1 with no issuses, 1.7 is great but no ffc......need it for son away in college and rest of out of town family.
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[Q] Stock SE 2.1 Keyboard on 2.2 possible?

Hi,
im New to android. Ive had my X10 for like.... less than a month... but Ive been flashing roms like hell (Currently on WB's Arc CM6) .... but the thing ive noticed is that for every rom I tried, none seemed to have the original S.E. keyboard. (the White One. With the smileys... THE DEFAULT.) Ive grown tired of the android keyboard and better keyboard 8.... I want the old one. Is it possible to use the old one in 2.2? Specifically WolfBreak's ROM. If Yes then how could I install it? Is there a .zip?
Thanks.
I'm not sure whether it will run or not, maybe any user can upload it.
In the start, i too missed the 2.1 keyboard. However, I'd not recommend that keyboard since it is slow when you become a fast typist and there's not much functionality in it. try Smart Keyboard Pro. You have easy access to symbols (long-press), a fast input support, smiley via long-press Return etc, along with themes and other stuff.
Stock 2.1 keyboard will not appeal to you anymore once you get used to it. Do try
Makz121 said:
Hi,
im New to android. Ive had my X10 for like.... less than a month... but Ive been flashing roms like hell (Currently on WB's Arc CM6) .... but the thing ive noticed is that for every rom I tried, none seemed to have the original S.E. keyboard. (the White One. With the smileys... THE DEFAULT.) Ive grown tired of the android keyboard and better keyboard 8.... I want the old one. Is it possible to use the old one in 2.2? Specifically WolfBreak's ROM. If Yes then how could I install it? Is there a .zip?
Thanks.
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Yeah the newest and ugliest one is..
hasaan6545 said:
I'm not sure whether it will run or not, maybe any user can upload it.
In the start, i too missed the 2.1 keyboard. However, I'd not recommend that keyboard since it is slow when you become a fast typist and there's not much functionality in it. try Smart Keyboard Pro. You have easy access to symbols (long-press), a fast input support, smiley via long-press Return etc, along with themes and other stuff.
Stock 2.1 keyboard will not appeal to you anymore once you get used to it. Do try
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Thanks for the Reply. i tried Smart Keyboard seems to be great and all, but I really want the Old 2.1 Keyboard. Just for kicks.. =))
Which keyboard? The one before or after the dualtouch update? There was a recent update and they upgraded the keyboard from the ugly grey one to a slightly better looking white keyboard. Is that the one your talking about?
Or is it the android 1.6 one?
Keep in mind that there are way better keyboards out there and there is no need to be using this crap. I am currently using slideIT and you get to swype like those samsung guys get to. Its very functional and fun.
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I too miss the 2.1 keyboard. I kinda really really like it. I've tried so many other kb but still miss the SE stock one...

Android 2.3.3

It was nice to wake up to my phone showing an update available... turns out it was the update from 2.2 to 2.3.3... I am pleased and have put ADW on hold for a bit while I try out the new features and looks... so far, not so bad.
What version of Sense is on this? I'm asking because my fiance is looking at this phone and I'm not familiar with the differences in Sense versions. I'm curious to know if it has the version that has the personalize shortcut instead of the add shortcut on the main dock. She's not really a power user by any means, but the customization like skinning would be a plus.. Just curious. This phone is free now anyway, so she's looking at it regardless, it would be nice to let her know though.
Thanks. :]
It has the newer sense with customization and the recent apps and quick settings in the notification bar. Btw its sense 2.1
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I appreciate the info and help. Thank you very much. :]
Unfortunately the store was out of stock though, so we have to wait until Friday now when we go in to pick up my Evo 3D. :3

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