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Hi there, I've searched a lot for an answer, but haven't found anything. I don't want to make a mistake and end up with an unusable device.
I bought a used Streak off eBay, which is already running Android 2.2 (Baseband GAUSB1A130900-EU build number 11548). I am having problems authorising Facebook widgets, which I believe is linked to a problem loading HTTPS sites (needed to authorise some Facebook widgets such as the LauncherPro one).
I would like to upgrade to this rom:
http://android.modaco.com/content/d...o-com/325595/dell-new-official-rom-8-12-2010/
Which apparently solves the above problem.
Could anyone talk me through what is required? The problem is I don't know what has been done to the handset before I bought it, is there any way to check? Does it need to be rooted to 'upgrade' from 2.2 to another 2.2 image? Do I just need to copy the new image to the SD card, rename it and boot into recovery mode? My desktop is running Ubuntu if that affects the procedure.
Any help is much appreciated.
You need to update your streak to build to 12332, the 315 package first. To do this just download it from xda-forums(I can't find which forum right now), rename it Update.pkg(should already have .pkg on end of it). Then boot into recovery by turning off Streak, then hold volume up & down & power button @ the same time. You should see 4 options, choose option 2(something about installl Update.pkg). Your phone will then ask you to press the camera button to begin update.
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Thanks a lot for the reply. After I've installed the image you suggest is it then safe to install the one I originally linked to?
Is the rule to generally only upgrade one release at a time?
Thanks.
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i just downloaded the 315 file from the dell website with the stock browser on the streak..then installed it by tapping the downloaded file in the top bar while my streak stayed connected to my pc with the usb cable....and did the same with the 318 file.
It has to reboot several times during the update but it works perfect.
no rooting, no recovery needed... i have also an unlocked euro version with 1.6 first.
-so 1.6 to 2.2 en now the latest 318 version.
Not necessary to update to 315 first. Just follow this link:
http://mobileupdate.dell.com/?version=GAUSB1A111800
Worked perfect for me!
(coming from 30900-eu)
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Godo_PPL said:
Not necessary to update to 315 first. Just follow this link:
http://mobileupdate.dell.com/?version=GAUSB1A111800
Worked perfect for me!
(coming from 30900-eu)
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This post is correct. I forgot that you have the image already if you are on Froyo. Just follow the link from your phone and you should be fine
Great, thanks a lot guys.
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My streak is locked to O2, is this update going to cause any issues?
Thanks again.
Anyone come across this before? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks
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Hi,
I'm getting ready to debrand my Wildfire, but have a few questions first.
So the steps are:
1. Make a GoldCard using GoldCard Tool v0.0.5 over at MoDaCo.
2. Download the latest ROM. Is this it?
RUU_Buzz_Froyo_HTC_WWE_2_22_405_1_Radio_13_55_55_24H_3_35_20_10_release_160191_signed.exe
Then what do I do?
Also, will this just debrand the phone so it will be exactly the same as if I bought the phone direct from HTC and put my SIM card in? Will I get updates to the Android firmware as soon as HTC release them?
I'm not worried about rooting. I just want to remove the branding to improve the speed of the handset.
Thanks in advance for any help.
Ok, so I managed to debrand the phone using RUU_Buzz_Froyo_HTC_WWE_2_22_405_1_Radio_13_55_55_2 4H_3_35_20_10_release_160191_signed.exe and everything seems fine.
One small problem though. If I go into the Software Info screen it says Android Version 2.2.1 and according to Wikipedia the latest stable version is 2.3.1 so I would have thought that my phone would update to the latest Android software automatically, but if I go to System Software Updates it says my phone is up to date.
Am I missing the point or should a debranded Wildfire update to the latest version available?
2.2.1 was released several months ago, but, it is only being available now. Its unlikely 2.3.1 will ever be released for the Wildfire by HTC.
A debranded phone also depends on the updates provided by the parent company (In this case, HTC), and, its totally upto them whether to provide 2.3.1 or not, and, as I said before, that scenario seems extremely bleak. (Cyanogenmod 7 being developed will bring 2.3.1 to Wildfire, but, it is not 'official', not that it matters)
Welcome to the world of Android Fragmentation.
Ok, thanks, 3xeno, for clearing that up. One more question; will my phone now automatically receive any updates HTC release?
Also, I've noticed that wifi tethering no longer works since I debranded. Is there any way around this?
is it just the wifi tether or the whole wifi?
did you accept and over-the-air update?
an over-the-air update killed the wifi on my desire and i had to reinstall the latest ruu using the goldcard
cakes? said:
is it just the wifi tether or the whole wifi?
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Just the tether. Connecting to my wireless network at home works fine.
cakes? said:
did you accept and over-the-air update?
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No, the only update I did was using the RUU with a goldcard.
I contacted HTC about the wifi tethering and their workaround below worked for me.
HTC said:
We are aware that in specific circumstances this issue may appear. We are working on a fix to push out to customers very soon, however in the meantime we have a temporary work around for you. Simply, while your phone is connected to your PC with Internet transfer selected, toggle Airplane Mode on and off, and you will be able to share your internet again.
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That's nice, wasnt aware of it.
Cheers
I just got an Evo 4G yesterday, the last time I rooted an evo I had was a few months after release. But I left sprint for another carrier for almost a year, it was a 002 verison. Any how this evo has the Following
2.10 Hboot
004 revison
Baseline 2.15.00.11.19
Build 3.70.651.1
Software 3.70.651.1
PRI 1.90_003
PRL 60676
I have no idea which root method to use i've searched and seen so many but not sure which one to use, last time I was using unrevoked, cant remember if I had to use shell commands like it was during the first rooting process of the Evo. It seems that it has got a little more confusing. Can anyone give me a LINK with a method that would work with my EVO. Thanks in advance.
Unrevoked.
http://htcevorooting.x10.mx/wiki/index.php?title=How_to_root_your_current_EVO_4G_with_Unrevoked3
Thanks for the speedy reply, giving it a go right now.
Wow, where are the people saying "Unrevoked sucks! You're lazy if you use it and if you do, you deserve to get herpes!" that usually come out for questions like this?
I second unrevoked. I know what I'm doing, but unrevoked worked fine for me. Why do extra work if it's not needed?
3rd vote for Unrevoked.
4th unrevoked for noobs there's no better way and its quick
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I am in the Exact predicament, just got a new Evo today. My old rooted/nand unlocked one broke and my best-buy warranty got me a brand new out in box, 100% free. Now im looking to re-root it. Last time i rooted i used toasty's method(think that was his name) and it took a while with some adb terminals. Does unrevoked root and unlock nand? I just want to be able to run Cyanogen Mod and tether wifi.
Thanks guys.
I just tried Unrevoked 3. I have the correct Evo drivers installed via HTC Sync, i had uninstalled HTC Sync, and i had successfully installed the Hboot drivers. I then ran unrevoked and it found my Evo but after a few minutes of the program working, i got this error.
http://www.imagebam.com/image/ed5368123295155
Anyone know of a way to root/nand unlock brand new Evo's? mine came with 2.2
Just ran it as Admin and all is well. My stupid fault, and wow was that allot easier then the like 80 step guide i fallowed for my first evo.
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I just tried Unrevoked 3. I have the correct Evo drivers installed via HTC Sync, i had uninstalled HTC Sync, and i had successfully installed the Hboot drivers. I then ran unrevoked and it found my Evo but after a few minutes of the program working, i got this error.
http://www.imagebam.com/image/ed5368123295155
Anyone know of a way to root/nand unlock brand new Evo's? mine came with 2.2
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Go ahead and give it another try and run as admin. Make sure you have HTC sync uninstalled and have the Android USB Driver installed. And also make sure your downloading the latest version of Unrevoked.
EDIT: I just noticed your last post... Oh well.. Glad you got it rooted.
+1 sometimes with the newer hardware you have to try it a few times before it'll work.
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I was in the same boat in February. Spent two weeks reading through every thread on here trying to decide - especially since mine is a company phone and I didn't want to brick it that quick.
I ended up doing the Auto Root. I watched the youtube for the 25 minutes, then ran it on mine while the video ran again. Worked in perfect time with the youtube video and have not had a problem with it at all.
Auto Root thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=838448
Unrevoked.
Unrevoked.
hah i am usually one of those people saying unrevoked will give you herpes, but it has gotten better over the past few months, and now works perfectly fine.
if you want to take the hard/fun way, use the link in my sig. it is the manual way to do it that teaches you how to use basic adb and flashing and stuff. very helpful if you want to learn fast.
again, my unrevoked hating days are over, but i still reccomend this method.
I have rooted several methods. Manually and with unrevoked. Unrevoked works fantastically and I have never had a problem. Noob or just lazy like me, its perfectly fine
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same here unrevoked 3.32 worked flawlessly for me i was very curious about rooting and if hadn't been for unrevoked i probably would have never done it i saw a video on youtube and looked so simple, it was like for clicks it worked for me in two i was so surprised i didnt belive i was rooted and checked and rechecked and i was fully rooted
unrevoked here as well. I originally rooted using Toast's method back at launch, but my new phone came a few days ago and I had the same debate. Unrevoked just plain works fast, and it has a tiny download.
I have a Verizon trophy that I upgraded to Mango and my backup got deleted! Does anyone know where to get the official rom from? I have search repeatedly for the last week and can't find it. Any help is appreciated!
Edit: nevermind, I was told the provision.exe I ran to update it made the backup I needed. Besides, I updated to 7720 and everything is working great
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Hi guys I came across this and it worked for me running 2.33 hope it works for you the main site is in German, just translate. the tool is in English and read me.
Info: Below
This is possible with the new Ace Advanced Hack Kit by attn1 original instructions: [TOOL] Advanced Hack Ace kit features:
Fully integrated / invisible gold card process
Only one step - one click
No full downgrade needed (only radio and kernel, and this automatically)
No Wipe - No data is lost
ROM works then completely
Rooted in full - including S-OFF
Busybox Manager app preinstalled
Radio S-OFF, and no SIM lock SuperCID
Correct radio is automatically restored (HSPA +)
ClockwordMOD ROM and managers are automatically installed
Supports Froyo and Gingerbread - 2.50.xxx.x also firmware and new !
Easily reversed
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Notes:
Please do not run if the DHD -offed is already saturated and / or a CustomROM runs on it. DHDs only for stock!
Important Windows: Disable all anti-malware software. This can produce false alarms and unnecessary files damage - Brick-risk!
Not run in a virtual machine. ADB requires direct contact with the DHD !
During the process, the screen may be dark - that's ok! If the process is complete, return the image
This kit should work with all versions of the DHD and function of the HTC Inspires
The SD card in the DHD should first be formatted. That is, either take another SD card that is formatted and empty, or copy only the contents of the card to the PC, then reformat. After completion of the hack, the data can be reloaded onto the card.
(Eg various play ROMs), many of the advanced points are designed for the AT & T and are NOT to Inspire our Euro- DHD will be playing! Effen manual instructions!
And now the most important point:
Necessarily the Effen manual read. can find it in aahk package as a separate download in English or in German.
It won't let me post link because i'm new user, so ill pm link for post reply
I think I found the link myself. correct me if it's wrong
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1259821
Lord_JABA said:
I think I found the link myself. correct me if it's wrong
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1259821
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Yeah that's the one, thanks
Used this myself a week ago almost. Absolutely brilliant piece of kit. Being a complete noob I wasn't sure if it had radio s-off'd my phone but it had.
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Looks great but...
My Desire HD is a UK T-Mobile brand running the current (UK) OS and radio and firmware.
Is it simply a case of downloading this software and running it on my Windows (7) PC? Or do I need to do stuff before that?
Once I've installed it, does it include a ROM or do I download and install a ROM separately?
And, lastly, will I have to re-install T-Mobile (UK) settings to get it to work after I run the software?
Cheers.
Just run the cmd file from Windows 7 (you must have Android USB driver or Android SDK Tools installed on PC), sit back for 3-5 minutes and you have fully rooted DHD.
My OS are 2.50.405.2
This is a "one click" tool as written by author as work perfect for original OS delivered with DHD
(You can drop the manual downgrade process as also work perfect but take longer time to do)
I'm on 3 and did it a week ago. All this tool does is root and S–OFF your phone. Your network settings wont be changed. Its well worth it.
After that its a case of picking tour rom. I've played with arhd and currently playing with cm7.1.
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Finally rooted!
since I can't post in the original thread (due to lack of post), i would like to thank the Dev of AceHack. I bought my DHD with Froyo and upgraded to GB without realizing how much of a pain it was to Root GB. So after months of research trying to root my DHD on my Mac..I thought i'd give AceHack a try. It was so EASY and a breeze on Mac, my day has been made. So I am very thankful and happy now that I have superuser access on my phone. Thanks again!
Thanks !
I had missed this and just rooted my DHD
Thank you for this great tool! Worked without a problem
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I used this a few weeks ago on a Mac, and I couldn't believe how easy it was. Run the script in the terminal, wait 5 minutes and it's done. Nothing changed except I was rooted I had been searching for months for how to root my phone easily on a mac, and had almost given up when I came across this. Attn1, thank you!
Maybe its time to finally root my desire HD. Rooting and installing a custom rom from stock 2.3.3 is such a pain and takes a lot of your time. It seems this is a nicer way.
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Does this work on the mac or do you need a windows emulator to run in the mac
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B. East said:
Does this work on the mac or do you need a windows emulator to run in the mac
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i would have to say these steps are easier to do on a mac. no emulator or any drivers needed. plug in ur phone to your mac with USB debug ticked, open terminal under utilities and run the script. the instructions in the download files was so easy to follow. i definitely recommend this for all mac users.
Does this method work with unbranded devices? That "gold card process" etc, is disturbing me a little bit.
Would this work for the AT&T Inspire 4G as well?
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sweetleaf said:
Does this method work with unbranded devices? That "gold card process" etc, is disturbing me a little bit.
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yes it works. I am unbranded as well.
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Anyone flash this ROM and not the recommended radio? I left the radio as is and I have not witnessed any problems. My phone seems fine. Internet download is fine etc and I think the phone is much smoother and faster. Battery life increased to 100%. Last night i was on my phone for 4 hours straight from 80% - 10% battery.
if it can make my phone even faster, i may do it but not sure if it would affect any network settings.
Lord_JABA said:
I think I found the link myself. correct me if it's wrong
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1259821
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very nice
Having a problem running this on the mac. Followed the instructions in the enclosed txt but cannot seam to open a path to the script can anyone help?
Found path, now getting a permission denied when trying to open script can anyone help
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sweet. after four months of being on stock and unrooted. I am finally rooted and ready to flash. and it only took 5-10 minutes to do the whole process