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[Q] XTC Clip and 2.2.1

Hi everyone.
I have a two questions about the XTC clip that I can't find an answer to using search.
When I purchased the phone it came with the unrootable hboot and Android 2.2.1.
I have sourced a HTC clip and will be unlocking my Wildfire today. Once unlocked will I need to flash an older version of hboot - to then allow me to install a custom rom? or can I just install a custom rom as soon as it's done?
My second question is has anyone actually done this and can confirm it works?
Thanks!

xtc clip -> s-off ->
downgrade phone with ruu rom -> hboot 0.8 ->
unrEVOked for root ->
costum rom.

The phone is now set to s off!
Know where I can get the Rom to downgrade?
Thanks!
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App

Adam ->
http://shipped-roms.com/shipped/Buzz/

aman_idrish said:
Hi adam
i am also using wildfire 2.2.1 but i can't root my phone
pls any downloading link for XTC-CLIP so i am root my phone
thanks
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Dude it is a HARDWARE BOX!

aman_idrish
you really need to stop what youre doing. If you already could read, you would already know that you cant download xtc clip. Its an item you BUY on http://www.xtcclip.com and not a piece of software.
And NO it does not help asking the same questions 10 times, and then starting making private messages to people asking the same questions.
Now, start to grow up, use the search buttom and search for help, like the most of us. If you cant do that then I'm not sure you should ever bought a phone like android where you can make so many changes.
If you ever get it rooted, what can we then experience from you ? Questions about how you repair it from the disasters you have applied it ?
So start searching...... the answers are there including those you ask all the time. They have been answered.

@3xeno
can you tell me where i can download a softice, i'm really in the mood for one, but i cant find anything about it even though i've searched the forum ???? pls
p.s. it's not really hardware, its soft-ice

DenKofAnd said:
Adam ->
http://shipped-roms.com/shipped/Buzz/
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hi adam
i am already download RUU_Buzz_hTC_Asia_India_1.25.720.1_Radio_13.45.55.24_3.35.15.31_release_142213_signed.exe
but ERROR[140]:BOOTLOADER VERSION ERROR

i am already download RUU_Buzz_hTC_Asia_India_1.25.720.1_Radio_13.45.55. 24_3.35.15.31_release_142213_signed.exe
but ERROR[140]:BOOTLOADER VERSION ERROR
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And you're surpriced ?????????????

DenKofAnd said:
Adam ->
url
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Cheers mate, Will get one installed now!

glad to hear you're getting a phone thats rooted again

Actually,
I have absolutely no idea which one I need to install! I assume it will be one below 2.2 from the UK but that's where I get lost!
Help is appreciated
Thanks for the input so far!

I think this will take you back to the first official rom of wildfire
http://shipped-roms.com/shipped/Buz...45.55.24_3.35.15.31_release_130814_signed.exe

DenKofAnd said:
I think this will take you back to the first official rom of wildfire
url
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Thanks,
Downloading it at the moment - Thanks very much for the help. So I'm right in thinking this will downgrade my current hboot to a previous version - which will then let me install Cyanogen and other custom roms?
This is my first HTC phone so I have never actually rooted one before!
Hope this works.

Adam_BSR said:
Thanks,
Downloading it at the moment - Thanks very much for the help. So I'm right in thinking this will downgrade my current hboot to a previous version - which will then let me install Cyanogen and other custom roms?
This is my first HTC phone so I have never actually rooted one before!
Hope this works.
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You're right that should work and unrevoked to get nandroid.
Then cm7 or what ever you want.
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App

Everything is done! Worked like a charm!
Thanks everyone

youre welcome, glad to have been able to help
Enjoy

No need of downgrade or Unrevoked if already S-OFF
Sorry to "disappoint" you guys but there is no need to downgrade & Unrevoked at all, if the smart is set to S-OFF.
Explanation is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12188132&postcount=15
NOTE: The method is successfully tested on several smarts.
If you want to suck the MAX of Wildfire try CyanogenMod 7 RC2 (need to reflash the radio to fix GPS), or better wait a while for stable release - coming soon.

DenKofAnd said:
I think this will take you back to the first official rom of wildfire
http://shipped-roms.com/shipped/Buz...45.55.24_3.35.15.31_release_130814_signed.exe
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hi sir Denkof how to know the righ RUU rom for me? i bought this here in philippines. and made in taiwan please can you help me..

hi, same question how do i know which one of ruu files should i download?
i bought my wf on feburary, and i updated to 2.2.1 by ota. today i've got my wf s-off, so i decided to downgrade hboot but i have no idea which one should i download to go back to android 2.1 and hboot 0.80, please help i;ve waited way too long ^^
i've forgot, i am from Poland if that matters

How to Root Android 2.2 Froyo

Dear Friends,
I know that similar kind of questions has been already raised by many.But I am not clear about the anser.At present is it possible to root htc wildfire running 2.2 froyo?.With froyo, my phone is running too slow and battery is draining much faster than before.I really got fed up with this.I read in some forums that downgrading to 2.1 is also difficult.Is it so?
Hope some of our friends are working on these.
Please help me in these matters
Cheers
Arun

arunmangalam said:
Dear Friends,
I know that similar kind of questions has been already raised by many.But I am not clear about the anser.At present is it possible to root htc wildfire running 2.2 froyo?.With froyo, my phone is running too slow and battery is draining much faster than before.I really got fed up with this.I read in some forums that downgrading to 2.1 is also difficult.Is it so?
Hope some of our friends are working on these.
Please help me in these matters
Cheers
Arun
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At the moment you can't get permanant root on 2.2. You can get a temporary root, but that wont let you edit anything on /system. If you can find someone with an xtc clip you can get your phone S-OFF which makes /system writeable.
Downgrading seems to be easy based off the 2 or 3 step by step guides I've seen on this forum so far.
Your questions are no different to any of the ones asked before by others, please use the search next time.

Downgrading will work, but, it will still be unrootable. As said above, the only way as of now to root 2.2 is by using an XTC Clip hardware box to get S-OFF, then, downgrade (this is a 'proper' downgrade) and root.

You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"

Enough of this already, people. You need a XTC Clip for that, which costs about $220. This is the only way, for now.

Moderation needed!
Alot of topics about the same thing ...

anyone try his method?
ajknowsitall said:
You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"
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ajknowsitall said:
You can root your phone...
i have posted step by step instructions on my website on how to root any android phone running firmware 1.5 and above
since XDA wont allow me to post a link visit my website.. "ajknowsitall. webs. com"
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I don't believe this. Because that process was not a newer one and was there long ago. If it worked, it must have became a lot popular by now. And "Universal Androot" is not a root application recommended for NAND locked devices like wildfire. If one has bypassed the nand security with xtc clip and made s-off, then this process might work. And once if u make s-off, there are many other rooting options available. But the point here is to root the wildfire with hboot 1.01 and S-ON dude.... Do not just stick with the thread title. Read the thread, he mentioned wildfire 2.2 clearly.
I doubt whether ur device is wildfire or not (if wildfire rooted or not). Check the below attached "Root and Me" application. In that, go to the root guides and check the compatible devices for "Universal Androot" process. There is no wildfire in that.
Just confirm any process after it worked with u guys.
mjgs said:
Moderation needed!
Alot of topics about the same thing ...
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Actually this thread was a bit fair one started on 21st march (and then reposted yesterday). There are a lot other threads recently started with the same topic. But still i agree with u.
ballubas said:
anyone try his method?
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U might not have asked this question if u know that his process is nothing but "Universal Androot".
Inspite of being aware, i just tried it for u. It won't work and says failed.
If anyone wants to recheck they might. Actually that process is little bit confusing. And im attaching a screen shot of that website below.
The process says to install "App installer" just to install an apk file. Cant we install an apk file from a file manager ? This is ok.
Then the process says just to enable usb debugging alone to transfer the apk file frm PC to wildfire. It not even says from ADB, so i expect it means to transfer through disk drive. Come on stop joking.

I found that this forum
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
was very helpful I am running droid 2.2 Froyo on a Cherry Mobile Candy
I was able to root my phone semi permanently. So long as I don't clear the data for the Z4root program I maintain superuser status. So far I have had no problems and have been able to remove bloatware using AntTek App manager with ease.

thanks man

Come on guys, let's stop reviving threads from a year and 2 months ago...

N00B
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA

[Q] How to flash a rom zip

This is a really dumb noob question, but there's so much tech stuff around here I'm floundering a bit ...
I have an unbranded Legend running 2.06.708.2 (Asian I think)
I want to have a rooted phone running Froyo 2.2
I found the file "Legend_Froyo_S_HTC_WWE_3.15.405.3, rooted.zip"
I now need a simple set of instructions how to use this to for perform the upgrade.

Easy.
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=747890

rajasyaitan said:
Easy.
Code:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=747890
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Thanks for your reply. I think I have visited that page, among many others.
I was kinda hoping for a pointer to a single simple topic entitled something like "[HOWTO] Flash a Legend rom from a zip" but am coming to the conclusion there is no such thing.
Guess life is not that straightforward in Legend Land, so I must keep trawling the many threads and try to piece together what goes on.
Dave

If u haven't rooted legend u can install this zip file... first root your phone. Good luck
Sent from my HTC Legend

I was also confused on my first strike to root my legend.
I fund another very good rooting thread here. Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=894465 and follow it step by step.
It wasn't very complicated, but you need to read and follow this thread carefully.
Cheers,
Stolich

Problem Rooting MyTouch 4G 2.3.4

ok so i did a search only found 1 thread and wasnt what i was really looking for...
inb4 noob thread/search....
i have rooted so many phones its crazy, the only phone to piss me off so much and have so much bull**** about it is the MyTouch 4G . All i want are these questions answered.
1. Can i root with 2.3.4 ? (heard theres a way, then ppl say its a virus =\)
2. If i have to downgrade can i reload 2.3.4 and stay rooted ?
3. only reason i want to root this phone at this time is because i want the new Google Apps i had the new market and **** before the OTA update... OTA update comes around and now i have the old one again. How can i get the new apps back ?
4. i want this on my phone is it possible from google now a glitchy rom ? http://developer.android.com/sdk/android-4.0-highlights.html
off topic wtf is with this downgrading **** ? iv never had to downgrade unless i was hacking a PSP or a PS2.

Wrong thread to be asking questions in...
Sent from my HTC Glacier using xda premium

Wrong section put it under q&a
flashing is a disease XDA is the cure.

FML hopefully an admin can move sorry for post in wrong spot. hopefully someone can help tho..

tutsuo said:
FML hopefully an admin can move sorry for post in wrong spot. hopefully someone can help tho..
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I dont know if I am allowed to post links to other websites but google CyanogenMod wiki for mytouch 4g and click on the full update guide and it will show you step by step how to downgrade and root the mytouch. Then you can flash any of the gingerbread roms you like. Make sure you follow the directions exactly or else you will brick your device. Also make sure the md5 sums match up for each file before you start the process.

Tazzaras said:
I dont know if I am allowed to post links to other websites but google CyanogenMod wiki for mytouch 4g and click on the full update guide and it will show you step by step how to downgrade and root the mytouch. Then you can flash any of the gingerbread roms you like. Make sure you follow the directions exactly or else you will brick your device. Also make sure the md5 sums match up for each file before you start the process.
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lol i was just looking at CyanogenM im really liking the android 4 OS, id like to put that on my phone. i think what i want to do is get the 2.3.4 back(if i cant get Android 4) and have it rooted

You downgrade to 2.2.1 use gfree to obtain s-off then flash clockworkmod recovery and then flash any rom you want. the software number (2.2.1 2.3.4 2.3.5 etc.) Changes with each rom. Now if you look closely 2 posts up you will see the beta 4.0.1 thread we have and above that the sticky where it shows how to downgrade and how to root after that, PLEASE read before searching and search before posting
Sent from my HTC Glacier using xda premium

tutsuo said:
ok so i did a search only found 1 thread and wasnt what i was really looking for...
inb4 noob thread/search....
i have rooted so many phones its crazy, the only phone to piss me off so much and have so much bull**** about it is the MyTouch 4G . All i want are these questions answered.
1. Can i root with 2.3.4 ? (heard theres a way, then ppl say its a virus =\)
2. If i have to downgrade can i reload 2.3.4 and stay rooted ?
3. only reason i want to root this phone at this time is because i want the new Google Apps i had the new market and **** before the OTA update... OTA update comes around and now i have the old one again. How can i get the new apps back ?
4. i want this on my phone is it possible from google now a glitchy rom ? http://developer.android.com/sdk/android-4.0-highlights.html
off topic wtf is with this downgrading **** ? iv never had to downgrade unless i was hacking a PSP or a PS2.
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1. Yes, but it's only temp root and it's a long process
2. Yes, there is a stock GB rooted ROM on the dev page somewhere
3. Don't really understand your question
4. There is an ICS AOSP Beta. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1383629
Also, please post in the Q&A or General next time.
Thanks if I helped!

What the guy above me said. Here's a link for how to downgrade
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912
Sent from my HTC Glacier using XDA App

jberg22 said:
What the guy above me said. Here's a link for how to downgrade
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912
Sent from my HTC Glacier using XDA App
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yea i said **** it and just downgraded and have cyanogenmod7, i really want creamed but ima wait for a stable release
thanks guys

tutsuo said:
ok so i did a search only found 1 thread and wasnt what i was really looking for...
inb4 noob thread/search....
i have rooted so many phones its crazy, the only phone to piss me off so much and have so much bull**** about it is the MyTouch 4G . All i want are these questions answered.
1. Can i root with 2.3.4 ? (heard theres a way, then ppl say its a virus =\)
2. If i have to downgrade can i reload 2.3.4 and stay rooted ?
3. only reason i want to root this phone at this time is because i want the new Google Apps i had the new market and **** before the OTA update... OTA update comes around and now i have the old one again. How can i get the new apps back ?
4. i want this on my phone is it possible from google now a glitchy rom ? http://developer.android.com/sdk/android-4.0-highlights.html
off topic wtf is with this downgrading **** ? iv never had to downgrade unless i was hacking a PSP or a PS2.
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Search. Read.
Downgrade to 2.2.1, root, flash whatever rom you want. The thread is easy to find.
Sent from my HTC Glacier using xda premium

Debrand HTC Wildfire with Vodafone Froyo ROM

Hello,
I'm used to debrand and flash Sony Ericsson devices, but my girlfriend has a HTC wildfire and I'm kind of confused with the debranding...
I found unrevoked3 and wanted to use it, but I don't even get to the part were I should install the android 1.0 drivers, since the pc ıs only asking my for adb-drivers. Does HTC have different then Sony Ericsson? Which one shall I take?
Also I always found manuals about using a goldcard, but these are supposed to be outdated?
Also I'm not able to find an original firmware... I only find RUN exe files. Can someone tell me if it ıs possible to flash original firmware through clockwork mod and maybe give me a link?
I would really appreciate if you guys could help me!
THANK YOU!
Linkin

Look at my guide. It gives you all the files, and is a very simple and easy to use guide.
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using xda premium

Thank you for your answer. I have 2 further questions though:
1) Do I really still need the goldcard (thought this was old school^^)?
2) I still dont know how to flash an original firmware AND WHICH FIRMWARE I SHALL TAKE? Can someone please help me with this?

Linkinsoldier said:
Thank you for your answer. I have 2 further questions though:
1) Do I really still need the goldcard (thought this was old school^^)?
2) I still dont know how to flash an original firmware AND WHICH FIRMWARE I SHALL TAKE? Can someone please help me with this?
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There is a guide on downgrading the phone to an Unbranded WWE ROM here. This will erase all data(including Recovery, everything), but will downgrade you to a Universal ROM with no network branding, as well as HBOOT 1.00.001.
Goldcard? YES. A guide for the same is in the link, follow it to the letter and there will be no problems.
-Jack

Thank you very much! I'm going to try it tomorrow ;-)
One more question though: can someone tell me where to get the newest RUU file? Update via htc sync?
Sent from my SK17i using xda premium

Linkinsoldier said:
Thank you very much! I'm going to try it tomorrow ;-)
One more question though: can someone tell me where to get the newest RUU file? Update via htc sync?
Sent from my SK17i using xda premium
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The step2.bat in the guide is the rom itself. But if you still need a link, it is here. That is the same RUU used in Step2.

worked like a charm! Thank you again!
Do you see any easy way to root the phone now?
Gingerbreak and Superoneclick didnt work :/
edit: never mind, I post it below

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1029318
You should be able to use revolutionary but...........
Read the first post, I know its a lot but there's everything you'll need in there.
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using xda premium

thank you, I found that way but since it is not my phone, i dont want to s-off it
Anyway, my girlfriend don't need root that much, so I guess I will just leave it here and reinstall here software manually!
Thank you everyone for your help and support!
*edit:
if someone finds a way to root phone without S-OFF: your idea is welcome

In that case, you will have to go through HTC DEV to unlock the bootloader, which is a FAR more cumbersome process IMO. Anyway, upto you really. Otherwise, rooting without S-OFF is not possible on Froyo.

Thank you for that answer. I will look into it... At the moment my girlfriend is happy with the Rom I gave her... But I think about cyanogenmod might be faster (phonepad input on Frodo is really slow...)? We will see :-/
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