I have a stock myTouch 3G 32B that won't progress past the initial login screen. I have taken pictures of the different screen/areas that I can get to. I have tried multiple SIM cards at no avail. Any help appreciated! Thanks!!
That is not a brick. Not even close to being a brick. Imagine this, you try to turn your phone on and you're greeted with the old familiar splash screen, but it stays like that, nothing happens, you start to worry and decide to boot into recovery, same thing happens, you freak out and try fastboot, same result. That's a brick. That doesn't happen to too many people, but when it does, its effing scary.
Now onto your problem. Are you sure the Sims you tried had working data? Did you try them in another phone to verify?
Thanks tvall ... I guess I should have used a different word that bricked since I know a true brick is completely non functional. This phone however is completely useless at this state though. :-(
As for the SIM cards, they were taken out of my HD2 (running Android), my wifes HD2 (also Android), Samsung Vibrant, and then a dumb phone. All the smart phones have data plans and work when their proper SIM cards are installed.
Well the phone suggested to call customer care, and it is a SMARTphone. Try taking its advice?
What I do when I have major problems is flash a sappimg and start over. (That is also the only times my phone runs stock software. I rooted on day one and flashed cm haven't gone back to stock)
Maybe, if your ok with root, do the goldcard rooting process and see if a custom rom can get data?
The phone was purchased used off craigslist ... wasn't sure if that would come up or matter if customer care was called. The whole point of this is that I was hoping to root and get a custom rom on there (trying to fix up for my niece to use). The problem is though that I don't think that I can root without a goldcard and I can't create a gold card without getting into the settings page and getting info about the phone (right?). If there is a way to do any of this using ADB or any other method I am all ears.
Also you said something about flashing a sappimg and starting over ... can I do this without the phone being rooted? It is 100% stock AFAIK.
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The phone was purchased used off craigslist ... wasn't sure if that would come up or matter if customer care was called. The whole point of this is that I was hoping to root and get a custom rom on there (trying to fix up for my niece to use). The problem is though that I don't think that I can root without a goldcard and I can't create a gold card without getting into the settings page and getting info about the phone (right?). If there is a way to do any of this using ADB or any other method I am all ears.
Also you said something about flashing a sappimg and starting over ... can I do this without the phone being rooted? It is 100% stock AFAIK.
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You can make a goldcard with any HTC android phone
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You can make a goldcard with any HTC android phone
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I was thinking that the gold card that is used to root the phone would have to be made with that phone as well. So I can use my G1 to make a goldcard that I can use to root this myTouch3G?
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I was thinking that the gold card that is used to root the phone would have to be made with that phone as well. So I can use my G1 to make a goldcard that I can use to root this myTouch3G?
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Yep. Goldcards are not phone specific
Thanks! I have never seen anything saying that in all of my research. I would have never figured that out on my own. I will create a gold card with my G1 when I get home from work and root that myTouch with it.
Thanks again!
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I have been scouring these forums and Google for the last 2 hours and can't seem to find clear direction...
So I tried following a guide to root my MyTouch 3G, and of course it didn't work.
Here is my phone information:
SAPPHIRE PVT 32B SHIP S-ON G
HBOOT-1.33.0006 (SAPP30000)
CPLD-10
RADIO- 2.22.19.26I
The issue I am running into now, is that I am stuck on the ANDROID SETUP screen and my phone will NOT connect over Data. It is a Data-enabled SIM and worked 2 hours ago!
I figure my next step is to create a Goldcard and flash it properly, but I dont know how to get the CID code I need for the card...
Am I stepping in the right direction? Or totally wrong? haha
I also wanted to add, that it SEEMS to flash the stock ROM perfectly fine (well, it says OK after each segment) and the phone boots in fine, if I tried flashing a ROM that had "Setup Android Via WIFI" on it would it work?
I am scared to try anything else for fear I will take it to far...
Suppose I forgot to mention, it is an Original MyTouch 3G.
Does NOT have the 3mm jack
Which guide did you follow to root it? Do you have a custom recovery image loaded on? Have you called T-Mobile to confirm there's no issues with your phone in their system or their network near you?
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Which guide did you follow to root it? Do you have a custom recovery image loaded on? Have you called T-Mobile to confirm there's no issues with your phone in their system or their network near you?
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I was following this guide:
http://theunlockr.com/2010/04/26/how-to-root-the-htc-mytouch-3g/
I know, I know, I was stupid for ignoring the Goldcard stuff in EVERY other guide.
Haven't tried loading custom recoveries, don't know if it would do anything else or not.
I have not called T-mobile, however it STILL isnt working, so thats like 6+ hours of outage, I kind of doubt that... Tried using EGDE connection too (I know that is working) and same issue.
Your going to have to use the GoldCard method since you've got a perfected SPL. Your data problem still could be something within T-Mobile's network. I would hit them up while your making your GoldCard, just to make sure everything is as it's suppose to be.
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Your going to have to use the GoldCard method since you've got a perfected SPL. Your data problem still could be something within T-Mobile's network. I would hit them up while your making your GoldCard, just to make sure everything is as it's suppose to be.
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Well thats the issue... HOW do I get my CID if I cannot get past the SETUP ANDROID screen?
I think it will have to wait till tomorrow (so I can use a friend's phone)
Or is there a different way?
No, using a friend's phone to my knowledge would be your best bet. Unless you have a Windows Mobile phone laying around. I'm still looking around. Do you have a SD card reader and is not a USB adapter?
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No, using a friend's phone to my knowledge would be your best bet. Unless you have a Windows Mobile phone laying around. I'm still looking around. Do you have a SD card reader and is not a USB adapter?
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No WinMo phones, saw that I could do it with that...
The reason I got the MyTouch is because my TP2 took a swim. haha (Was a little more concerned with the $30,000 boat washing on shore than the phone)
I am using the reader built into my laptop... Otherwise I have the one on my printer... (using a SD-card-adapter) for it.
Thought I found something but nevermind. Guess we'll have to wait until tomorrow.
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Thought I found something but nevermind. Guess we'll have to wait until tomorrow.
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Did you try it???
I need to install Visual Studio to compile it, but if you tried it and it didnt work then I wont bother.
No, didn't try it as I don't have Visual plus the internet in the cabin I've got rented just crapped out.
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Alright, I have an HTC Magic which essentially acts as my backup phone since I have a Desire. I figured I would try my hand out at flashing a rom on the Magic. Am I missing something, because it seems like a LOT of work. For something that people make out to be so simple, it sure is a pain. Every step I take, I run into issues. At this point I need to:
- Make a Goldcard. (Actually done, I think...?)
- "Fix" my SPL as it's "perfected.
- Update the Radio since the "fix" will apparently mess it up.
- Update the recovery using a customer recovery image.
- Then maybe flash a ROM to it and hope it works.
Am I missing something...or is this WAY more work then people make it out to be. Looking through the forums before starting this... people made it seem like all you had to do was make a Goldcare, copy the rom .zip to it, and use the fastboot method to flash it. I have flashed ROMs on WinMo several times, and it's never been nearly this much run around...even when things mess up. I thought doing this on Android was easier then on WinMo...
So... am I missing something? Is there an easier way that doesn't involve all this run around? Even so, hopefully I have almost everything I need at this point. Is there anything else I am going to run into that is going to cause a need for even MORE work? Any tips here? Thanks.
UPDATE: On trying to flash the SPL "fix" it goes through the installation then tells me that the CID is incorrect. I have tried it 4 or 5 times, using two different cards. It shouldn't be wrong. Any help? Don't understand why it keeps telling me the CID is incorrect. I have noticed though, for some reason, every time I restart the Magic, it gives me a different number when trying to get the CID. Is there a way to bypass this? Have been trying for 4 hours and have gotten no where at all...
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Alright, I have an HTC Magic which essentially acts as my backup phone since I have a Desire. I figured I would try my hand out at flashing a rom on the Magic. Am I missing something, because it seems like a LOT of work. For something that people make out to be so simple, it sure is a pain. Every step I take, I run into issues. At this point I need to:
- Make a Goldcard. (Actually done, I think...?)
- "Fix" my SPL as it's "perfected.
- Update the Radio since the "fix" will apparently mess it up.
- Update the recovery using a customer recovery image.
- Then maybe flash a ROM to it and hope it works.
Am I missing something...or is this WAY more work then people make it out to be. Looking through the forums before starting this... people made it seem like all you had to do was make a Goldcare, copy the rom .zip to it, and use the fastboot method to flash it. I have flashed ROMs on WinMo several times, and it's never been nearly this much run around...even when things mess up. I thought doing this on Android was easier then on WinMo...
So... am I missing something? Is there an easier way that doesn't involve all this run around? Even so, hopefully I have almost everything I need at this point. Is there anything else I am going to run into that is going to cause a need for even MORE work? Any tips here? Thanks.
UPDATE: On trying to flash the SPL "fix" it goes through the installation then tells me that the CID is incorrect. I have tried it 4 or 5 times, using two different cards. It shouldn't be wrong. Any help? Don't understand why it keeps telling me the CID is incorrect. I have noticed though, for some reason, every time I restart the Magic, it gives me a different number when trying to get the CID. Is there a way to bypass this? Have been trying for 4 hours and have gotten no where at all...
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I guess that I should be moving this to General since this is a Q&A and not a means to simplify what you are trying to accomplish.
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Discussion about the T-Mobile myTouch 3G, HTC Magic (general Q&A, tips & tricks)
Wow, do I know how you feel.... I recently got a Vibrant (galaxy s). So sine I got a new phone I unrooted my MT3g and sent it in on warranty since it was kinda scratched, so I can give it to my wife. Well with my first phone I was able to do the on click root since it came originally loaded with cupcake.... Well as it turns out if it comes pre loaded with donut you can't downgrade any more...lol So I had to do the gold card method.....it sucked.....
I can't even get stuff to work with the Goldcard. It keeps telling me the CID is incorrect... which it may be, since it gives me a new number every time I restart the damned thing. It can't be this hard to root all Android devices I hope... this is just ridiculous.
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I can't even get stuff to work with the Goldcard. It keeps telling me the CID is incorrect... which it may be, since it gives me a new number every time I restart the damned thing. It can't be this hard to root all Android devices I hope... this is just ridiculous.
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No, its not.... A good example is to root the vibrant you just flash a update.zip file...lol. But the sapphire/magic/mytouch is a great phone with allot of development support. But from what I understand one of the hardest roots..
Well that sucks. Kinda wanted to see how Froyo would run on it, and wanted to get a feel of how it was done before attempting it on the Desire. How did you manage to get the thing flashed?
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Well that sucks. Kinda wanted to see how Froyo would run on it, and wanted to get a feel of how it was done before attempting it on the Desire. How did you manage to get the thing flashed?
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the CID error tells me your gold card creation failed.
Check the process description at theunlockr.com. that worked for me.
My first mistake was formatting FAT and NOT FAT32. It must be formatted FAT32.
I used a 2GB PNY and it works great.
yes, our phone (the sapphire, magic, MT3G, whatever the carrier calls it) is one of the craziest to root. I have the 1.2 version that came out after the fender, so by default i need to do the goldcard method. I made the goldcard, but then my daughter dropped my phone, and i had to get it replaced, someone is currently borrowing my card reader, so i have to wait to root the new one.
one step from reading the forums that alot of people miss, is replacing the first two digits of the "gold card id" to 00.. you have to do this, or the thing wont work. at least if you're having issues on the gold card step you're not close enough to the steps that can BRICK your phone...
all i can say is make sure you follow the directions STEP BY STEP, i've seen a number of people who flash the wrong image first and it totally bricks the phone. in my case that would suck, as being on the non-contract plan, i get no discount for new phones.
hope that helps a little.
Yes, the zeros are critical but as I recall theunlockr link above (paste and cut) takes care of that for you. The gold card is the hard part to get right.. The rest is very straightforward.
Thanks for the input guys. Going to try a few more things.
Alright. Following the instructions. Step by step, I am still getting "CID Incorrect! Update Fail!"
This is very frustrating as there isn't any reason it shouldn't be working...
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yes, our phone (the sapphire, magic, MT3G, whatever the carrier calls it) is one of the craziest to root. I have the 1.2 version that came out after the fender, so by default i need to do the goldcard method. I made the goldcard, but then my daughter dropped my phone, and i had to get it replaced, someone is currently borrowing my card reader, so i have to wait to root the new one.
one step from reading the forums that alot of people miss, is replacing the first two digits of the "gold card id" to 00.. you have to do this, or the thing wont work. at least if you're having issues on the gold card step you're not close enough to the steps that can BRICK your phone...
all i can say is make sure you follow the directions STEP BY STEP, i've seen a number of people who flash the wrong image first and it totally bricks the phone. in my case that would suck, as being on the non-contract plan, i get no discount for new phones.
hope that helps a little.
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Not to thread jack, you know you can use any GoldCard with any phone, as long as it was made properly.
Any ideas on why this one isn't working then? Saying "Incorrect CID" when I try to flash anything with it.
Not sure. I know it took me 3 tries to get mine working right.
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Before I get started, I have already tried whitetigerdk's guide. It didn't work, I keep getting update fail. I have also tried the Unlockr.com's guide. Didn't work.
I have also tried a bunch of different ways, like flashing a rom, or trying to get my nandroid.md5 backup to work, I just keep getting errors. I'm sure I've tried a couple other ways, and maybe a mix of two ways but nothing has worked so far, and I'm out of ideas. I'm 0 for like.. 8. EDIT: I've also tried using the clockwork recovery by flashing update.zip, does everything and seems like its back to stock, but I check phone info and it's still Rodriguez Style.
So here's the deal. My HTC Legend is running off of.. the Rodriguez Style with vivid sense rom, and just recently (couple days ago) a strip, up and down my screen, does not react to touch. Tried restarting, cleaning, whatever, it's ****ed. So then I knew I wanted to bring it in for warranty but i need to get the orginal rom back on, like how it was when I opened up the box.
I'm sure I need some more detail, so let me know and I'll provide all the info I can.
I appreciate the help! Thanks
Tynan
That error I got for the RUU's was this "ERROR [130]: MODEL ID ERROR" when I used the LEGEIMG.zip way, I also got model Id error
I'm not exactly an expert, but when I had to unroot my Legend, I've used RUU_Legend_Froyo_S_HTC_WWE_3.15.405.3_Radio_47.51.35.17_7.13.35.05_release_160328_signed from shipped-roms. Just plugged my Legend, ran the installer and all done.
Tynan22 said:
Before I get started, I have already tried whitetigerdk's guide. It didn't work, I keep getting update fail. I have also tried the Unlockr.com's guide. Didn't work.
I have also tried a bunch of different ways, like flashing a rom, or trying to get my nandroid.md5 backup to work, I just keep getting errors. I'm sure I've tried a couple other ways, and maybe a mix of two ways but nothing has worked so far, and I'm out of ideas. I'm 0 for like.. 8. EDIT: I've also tried using the clockwork recovery by flashing update.zip, does everything and seems like its back to stock, but I check phone info and it's still Rodriguez Style.
So here's the deal. My HTC Legend is running off of.. the Rodriguez Style with vivid sense rom, and just recently (couple days ago) a strip, up and down my screen, does not react to touch. Tried restarting, cleaning, whatever, it's ****ed. So then I knew I wanted to bring it in for warranty but i need to get the orginal rom back on, like how it was when I opened up the box.
I'm sure I need some more detail, so let me know and I'll provide all the info I can.
I appreciate the help! Thanks
Tynan
That error I got for the RUU's was this "ERROR [130]: MODEL ID ERROR" when I used the LEGEIMG.zip way, I also got model Id error
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OMG!!!!! I have the exact same problem on my legend. The vertical line region of the "C" key does not respond any more
Im sending my legend for repair tomorow
I had to un-root and return to stock too. Heres how i did it:
Download HTC sync and install
Go here and download your RUU shipped-roms.com/index.php?category=android&model=Legend
Then, connect phone with usb debugging enabled and run the RUU
DONE!!!!!
Hey thanks guys but I've actually tried three different RUU's .
I've tried your froyo one, a 1.23 whatever, then one that was the exact same build number 1.31.xxx.4 or whatever, and non worked. I followed the instructions exactly but I get that error that I posted above!
I have no idea what to do, I've tried so many different ways..
And oh yeah, the vertical strip doesn't let me hit e, d, or x.. and I use e in every text at least 173509712365092 times aha...
Hm...have you tried with a goldcard? If not, make yourself one, then copy LEGEIMG.zip on it and run the bootloader.
You can also try the RUU with the goldcard inserted if LEGEIMG fails.
Both failed, I have had the goldcard in, tried LEGEIMG on bootload or w/e, and it loads the progress bar all the way then says Model Image incorrect or something.. and same with the RUU.. I've tried soo many ways .
EDIT: I've tried using other sd cards (not goldcarded) with LEGEIMG with no luck. Should I try making a new goldcard?
EDIT 2: Nevermind.. a) My other sd's dont work and even if I found one, the goldcard code/hex generator (or whatever) is down.
I don't know where I got it, it was probably some rooting/debranding guide here on XDA, but there's a GoldCardTool.exe goldcard maker that you just fill in the info and it makes the goldcard for you.
Thinking more deeply, that tool was for download somewhere on some HTC Hero dev site, and applies to all Android phones.
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I don't know where I got it, it was probably some rooting/debranding guide here on XDA, but there's a GoldCardTool.exe goldcard maker that you just fill in the info and it makes the goldcard for you.
Thinking more deeply, that tool was for download somewhere on some HTC Hero dev site, and applies to all Android phones.
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Thanks man, i found it and converted two cards to gold cards, then tried putting LEGEIMG on the card and doing the volumedown + pwr, but no luck, worse than my original gold card.. tried the RUU's again, and same error, 130 model error.
Think all the ways are spent.. my phones just apparently the devil phone..
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Thanks man, i found it and converted two cards to gold cards, then tried putting LEGEIMG on the card and doing the volumedown + pwr, but no luck, worse than my original gold card.. tried the RUU's again, and same error, 130 model error.
Think all the ways are spent.. my phones just apparently the devil phone..
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Did the two sdcard you converted into a GC were from different manufacturers?
I had problems with RUU installation (had sandisk microsd as GC), but when I made a kingstone microsd GC - it worked (and no, it's not an indirect advertising )
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Did the two sdcard you converted into a GC were from different manufacturers?
I had problems with RUU installation (had sandisk microsd as GC), but when I made a kingstone microsd GC - it worked (and no, it's not an indirect advertising )
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Yup, one is SanDisk 2GB, then ones a no name sd, and the other is something different. None are kingston tho.. but like I said I swear my phone is the devil phone...
I'm thinking about trying to get the warranty if its rooted anyway (I have warranty with Virgin and Wireless Wave) so idk.. and if not.. I'm just gunna buy the Incredible on a 3 year contract aha..
Please tell me,if you made a goldcard,flashed,and then formated it again to use normally with the phone,does it still remain a goldcard?
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Please tell me,if you made a goldcard,flashed,and then formated it again to use normally with the phone,does it still remain a goldcard?
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Pretty sure once a goldcard, always a goldcard. But yeah I guess what I'm left with now is that I should try to bring it in for warranty, just don't tell em it's rooted and see what happens? Idk.
I should reformulate my question, i had a rooted phone with costume rom,but then went back to stock and updated to android 2.2 build 3.15,(the device is not branded)basically what you are saying,i can skip the goldcards process and proceed with rooting my phone?(mind you the previous owner of the phone had done the rooting and i have absolutley no xp in that stuff)
Thanks in advance!
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I should reformulate my question, i had a rooted phone with costume rom,but then went back to stock and updated to android 2.2 build 3.15,(the device is not branded)basically what you are saying,i can skip the goldcards process and proceed with rooting my phone?(mind you the previous owner of the phone had done the rooting and i have absolutley no xp in that stuff)
Thanks in advance!
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Ohhhhhhhhh, ok. The reason you were able to have a root done without a goldcard is because your phone is debranded, I've read that if your phone is debranded you do not need a goldcard!
Did you even search? I have made a thread in development on easiest way to unroot the Legend..
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Before I get started, I have already tried whitetigerdk's guide. It didn't work, I keep getting update fail. I have also tried the Unlockr.com's guide. Didn't work.
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Yeah.. I did search. Did you even read my post? I ask for help on forums as a last resort aha.
EDIT: It was either update fail, or model ID fail
I have the same problem with a Legend I got with Bell. I tried all the RUU in version 1.31 on the Shipped Rom website and always got the error 130. Just for fun I tried the one from bell mobility (version 2.02) and that one worked perfectly.
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I have the same problem with a Legend I got with Bell. I tried all the RUU in version 1.31 on the Shipped Rom website and always got the error 130. Just for fun I tried the one from bell mobility (version 2.02) and that one worked perfectly.
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Thanks for letting me know dude, I'll give it a shot! I'll post if it works
EDIT: MAN I LOVE YOU! It worked!
I have the ever failing what it seems like my touch 4g. I dont have it rooted nor do i want it (unless need be). I was using my phone then put it on the charger, i went to use it again but it wouldnt turn the screen on to unlock. I did a battery pull, yet it just stuck to the mytouch 4g boot screen. what do i do to get it back? I looked at the forums and found similar articles, but none like mine. is there a way to do it without rooting my phone?
Use ruu pd15img file, you can find instruction about it all over the forum I believe. Note this is a factory reset so your data will be erased. Hopefully your contacts are synced by gmail.
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Use ruu pd15img file, you can find instruction about it all over the forum I believe. Note this is a factory reset so your data will be erased. Hopefully your contacts are synced by gmail.
Sent from my HTC Glacier using XDA App
well... all it states about pd15img file is its needed to flash my phone to factory... the only problem im finding is this... HOW DO I USE IT! when i plug my phone into my computer it says HBOOT usb and such... but how do i get it onto my phone?
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Use ruu pd15img file, you can find instruction about it all over the forum I believe. Note this is a factory reset so your data will be erased. Hopefully your contacts are synced by gmail.
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well... all it states about pd15img file is its needed to flash my phone to factory... the only problem im finding is this... HOW DO I USE IT! when i plug my phone into my computer it says HBOOT usb and such... but how do i get it onto my phone?
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Do you have a card adapter and a card reader, if so pull your card out of the phone and put it in the adapter then put it in the card reader once your computer sees it copy the file you downloaded and paste it on that card make sure you rename it PD15IMG then when you put your phone into hboot it should read it then it should ask to update
so far its saying fail-pu on everything. is that a bad sign that i may have a brick?
its been on Radio V2 for the past 30 min say updateing. is that normal?
its telling me that the files are corrupted. What do i have to do next? I dont have t-mobile any more so i cant take the phone back. can i wipe and root the phone?
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its telling me that the files are corrupted. What do i have to do next? I dont have t-mobile any more so i cant take the phone back. can i wipe and root the phone?
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Isnt there an option in hboot to do a factory reset? Have you tried it? If you want to root your phone, you will have to get it to boot up first.
ive tried the factory reset, i left it there for 2 hours and still didnt go from just the screen with the three androids on skate boards and thats it.
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so far its saying fail-pu on everything. is that a bad sign that i may have a brick?
its been on Radio V2 for the past 30 min say updateing. is that normal?
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well... looks like your phone has moved on to a better life...
YOUR PHONE IS BRICKED
unless you have engineering bootloader.
Try searching Fail-pu
ive never put any root programs on my phone. so having VISIONary on my phone would be a negative. is there any way to root my phone now? might as well sense its bricked i guess as a default os.
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ive never put any root programs on my phone. so having VISIONary on my phone would be a negative. is there any way to root my phone now? might as well sense its bricked i guess as a default os.
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well it has to do something with the bad chip, i never had this problem myself so i'm not really sure on the details of it. but maybe you can find answers in this this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1079025 it's about rooting but it explains your problem too.
Anyways from what I know is that your phone should still be under HTC warranty. you should try contact HTC and try to get a replacement. Even though you're not under tmobile the phone should technically still be under warranty as it's not even a year old... i think.. but doesn't hurt to try
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so far its saying fail-pu on everything. is that a bad sign that i may have a brick?
its been on Radio V2 for the past 30 min say updateing. is that normal?
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Fail-PU means failed partition update, meaning your eMMC chip died, meaning that you are indeed bricked.
you could try another download of PD151IMG and see if it works.
you didn't root or anything? wow, another failed eMMC chip without root...
Hello
If I install a stock rom on rooted/sim unlocked phone via gfree, would I lose the sim unlock?
I understand I will get the S-On back, I am more concerned about Sim Unlock.
Thanks.
I believe so. Your flashing a complete stock image, which restores everything to stock. If you do go thought with it, im pretty sure you can call tmobile to get the unlock code.
From my fist, to your face! Enjoy!
If you install a stock ROM on gfree-unlocked phone, you'll remain S-OFF. No amount of flashing will restore S-ON, since gfree modifies the flag itself, which is not rewritten by ROMs. You can lock it back by using gfree, if you want, but - and here's your second answer - SIM will be unlocked forever, no matter what you do. Some people on this forum tested it and arrived to this conclusion.
I am in this situation right now. I have a HTC Panache, which is S-OFF (using JGobeil's method, which I believe you helped devised a lot). I am planning on giving the phone to my girlfriend and get another one, thus transferring my SIM card into the new phone and having her get a new SIM.
Will that be a problem with my rooted phone? Will I be able to keep my phone rooted and have the SIM card installed and working without hiccups?
Thanks!
whitewarrior11 said:
I am in this situation right now. I have a HTC Panache, which is S-OFF (using JGobeil's method, which I believe you helped devised a lot). I am planning on giving the phone to my girlfriend and get another one, thus transferring my SIM card into the new phone and having her get a new SIM.
Will that be a problem with my rooted phone? Will I be able to keep my phone rooted and have the SIM card installed and working without hiccups?
Thanks!
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Of cause yes man! They will no any problems for root! How a sim card change root.lol