RE: Shifting to Android
Hey,
I am finally thinking to move to android. Need help.
Have decided to get an dual boot option by installing android on SD Card.
Was thinking about AmeriCanAndroid AOSP HD2 GB2.3.7 CM7.2.
BTW need to know which is the best SD card Android Rom.
And are theses Prerequisites good enough to get android..??
SPL 3.03
Radio 2.15
Official HTC HD2 ROM v3.14
Any other suggestion in this regard will be great.
Looking for some quick reply.
Hi Adiyant, I have quite similar specification in my EU Leo: stock vodafone rom 3.14; spl3.03; radio 2.15.50.14; and running 3 android rom from SD:
Android ICS 4.0.4 Tosti Droid: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1492488 (trying the newest)
Android CM7 HyperDroid: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1585420 (stable & fast)
Android 2.3.5 + Sense 3.5 de MCCM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1289477 (trying Sense3.5)
Every ROMs are good, depending your needs. And it is very easy to change it. Search, read & enjoy the trip!
Thanks for the info.
But the links given are not working.
Hey, I insatelled AmeriCanAndroid AOSP HD2 GB2.3.7 CM7.2 on my HD2. It is working great.
Here I am facing couple of issues if you can help.
1. Not able to log in in gmail. (Both App. & Market Place.)
2. How will I transfer my contacts from WinMo to Android..? (Will Sprite Backup Work..?)
adiyant said:
Hey, I insatelled AmeriCanAndroid AOSP HD2 GB2.3.7 CM7.2 on my HD2. It is working great.
Here I am facing couple of issues if you can help.
1. Not able to log in in gmail. (Both App. & Market Place.)
2. How will I transfer my contacts from WinMo to Android..? (Will Sprite Backup Work..?)
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1. Strange problem. Are you sure you entered correct username & password? I am using AmericananDroid and never had such a problem.
2. You may transfer contacts from WM to Android, using Spb Migration Tool or any other migration tool. Also you may use MobilEdit or MyPhoneExplorer and copy your Outlook contacts to your phone.
moving now to android general section.
HTCHD2V said:
1. Strange problem. Are you sure you entered correct username & password? I am using AmericananDroid and never had such a problem.
2. You may transfer contacts from WM to Android, using Spb Migration Tool or any other migration tool. Also you may use MobilEdit or MyPhoneExplorer and copy your Outlook contacts to your phone.
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Thanks for the info.
Mentioned issues solved. Now I am on to fB, it says that a newer version is available, but as i go to the market it says your device is not compatible.
Please advise which fB application should i use or which one is the best one for HD2 android.
If you can provide me with link it will be really great.
Dual Boot
Just out of curiosity, why dual boot versus and fresh NAND install of Android?
Mclovin80 said:
Just out of curiosity, why dual boot versus and fresh NAND install of Android?
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Its simple, I can not leave WinMo. Its what makes this device wonderful.
Plus there are less complications and more options. Eg : I can install 3 SD Android ROM simultaneously with WinMO keeping all my things safe.
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hay guys sorry id some of you get mad for me posting this here but this is the only place i know my qustion will get answered. OK im new to the windows phone deal. i have a mytouch slide and a g1 rooted so i under that hole part here is my ?.
From what i have read on the forums only build roms work with the hd2. well i would like to put android on it but after looking around most the roms on here and the links on here for putting android on the phone all lead to the LEO forum is the correct or no if not can someone tell me were to get the most resent android rom for the hd2 usa, now there seems to be two ways of installing it one is from sd card and 2 is from boot i would like to do it from boot any help would be grate thanks all and happy modding
Someone correct me if I am wrong...
There are not TWO ways of doing android.
Android is ALWAYS installed on the SD card. The only way to "boot" to it is to have your WM configured to boot the two files from your SD card required to run it, in essence there are a few apps that can do this at WM startup.
You will still need an Android friendly Windows Mobile ROM, so the stock from will not work. You also need a compatible radio.
I would check out the HD2 Android Dev forum for more info though.
JonSolo said:
Someone correct me if I am wrong...
There are not TWO ways of doing android.
Android is ALWAYS installed on the SD card. The only way to "boot" to it is to have your WM configured to boot the two files from your SD card required to run it, in essence there are a few apps that can do this at WM startup.
You will still need an Android friendly Windows Mobile ROM, so the stock from will not work. You also need a compatible radio.
I would check out the HD2 Android Dev forum for more info though.
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The Android port cannot replace the WinMo OS just yet. The only way is to install it to your SD Card and it will run off of that. There are apps that allow you to choose between WinMo and Android on bootup. The LEO Android forum is correct since Android builds do not matter which device it is booted on.
Android is able to run on the Stock ROM, but people have said it runs better with a different ROM/Radio.
The build I recommend is Energy ROM / Radio 2.12.50.02_2 and an Android Build of your choice, but you can always run it on the Stock if you feel like it.
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The build I recommend is Energy ROM / Radio 2.12.50.02_2 and an Android Build of your choice, but you can always run it on the Stock if you feel like it.
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+1 EnergyROM w/ 2.12.50.02 radio works very nicely for me.
pactive73 said:
can someone tell me were to get the most resent android rom for the hd2 usa
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I would look Here (FroyoStone thread) first and see how you like it. Latest release Sep 2nd.
Also when you download the Rom your prob wanna need the rmnt version. Froyostone is the best my far for me and bootloaders are for people with more then one Android Rom on there sdcard
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Hi Guys MY HTC HD2 has arrived I am excited about getting this dual booting and more so about Android !
I am going to try Chuckys WM ROM combined with MDJ's Android.
32gb mem card already formated to FAT32 downloaded HSPL and boot loader and Radio so all ready to go tonight when I get home from work !
Anything else I need to know ?
Depending on what's already on the phone (assuming it's a new one), you may not need HSPL and then a ROM flash. The latest stock ROM comes with a radio version 2.15.50 which is great for running Android. If that's the case then you'll just need Android and a bootloader (not that you really need a bootloader, but you know what I mean.)
When you turn it on, look for the numbers in the bottom left of the screen. The version number prefixed with an "R" is the radio.
If you do need to upgrade the radio, then your list above is all you'll need.
Enjoy!
Hey guys just thought I would post my experience.
Phone arrived yesterday as I said my phone was running a non compatible android radio so I upgraded to HSPL then upgraded radio to a .50 then used the stock WM6 rom with DROID Sense 0.8 but I found that I could get no WIFI or MObile Data at all.
I then installed MDJ Evolution 1.7 and have been running since yesterday perfectly everything works perfect !
Just some questions:-
How do I backup my data is it just the data.img file I need for all apps downloaded etc ?
I notice that when I synched with my outlook I have multiple contacts i.e. because I have them listed as business card with several contact numbers so I presume there is no way around this ?
Whats the best way to get hotmail on the phone via web browser or is there a windows live type plugin ?
Loving the Android I must say its my first experience with Android anyway but loving the HD2 and Android and the ability to keep WM in case a WM7 ROM surfaces
Thanks for your advice and help on here guys !
So my sister has the hd2 leo with the WP6.5 and wants me to switch it to the android so my questions are:
What will be needed to make it a stand alone os not a dual boot?
Which version is stable on the hd2 (2.1, 2.2, or 2.3)?
What files might be needed for root, backup/restore?
Will the android market work fine with this install?
Am I leaving out and needed files?
and
Out of the hundreds of threads here which offers the best and easiest walkthrough?
I am a little familiar with the process because I did root my lg-optimus-zv9 and custom rom and have the nand backup so I am guessing it will be some what similar, and I didn't brick or have troubles with that process except finding the drivers needed.
Only my personal opinion, but i like tytungs builds (without Sense). they are clean and fast just as i like it
[26.JAN][DFT/CWM] NexusHD2-Froyo V1.9G [Android2.2.2][Kernel: tytung_r2_oldcam]
[23.FEB][DFT/CWM] NexusHD2-Gingerbread V2.2 [Android2.3.2][Kernel: tytung_r6_oldcam]
This thread guided me well trough the flashing process.
For Backup/Restore CWM (in above ROM included) is very good to Backup the complete ROM. If you only want to save Apps/Settings Titanium Backup is the best choise.
For importing old contacts from WM 6.5 see here
Android Market works without Problems.
Hope that helps a little bit,
uxu
HD2 SPL
How do I tell which version of spl is needed for the htc hd2?
uxu has been kind enough to give you a decent answer,
at least show a little respect & read the info thats been provided
uxu said:
This thread guided me well trough the flashing process.
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read the very 1st post where it says:
REQUIREMENTS BEFORE STARTING!! IMPORTANT, PLEASE READ THIS!!
the answer to your question - on point 2
all the best
Kam
i have HTC HD2 T mobile
radio 2.15.50.14
Rom Elegancia V5.0 Final wwe
can i install android dual bot from this post??/
[APP][4/17/11] RunDroid-dual boot to (multi) Android [SD] or WM6
please guide
thanks
You can use an android sd rom with winmo. I can recommend americandroid.
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yes you can install android to sd. for a list of all android roms for the hd2 listed here on XDA you might want to check out this page. it will tell you if it is a sd version or nand as well as some basic info on each rom.
HTC craze thanks for reply
i am not so much technical person so i need your more guidance on this
i have visited your mentioned link and selected this android version ( i dont know i am selected the right one or not ) ???
AmeriCanAndroid 071511sd.7z (114.64 MB)
i have some questions before installing it
1. will it overrite my windows ??? i dont want to overrite my windows
2. all things will works ??? like camera wifi bluetooth camcorder emails etc..
3. is my radio and rom version enough for this update ??? (HTC HD2 T mobile
radio 2.15.50.14 Rom Elegancia V5.0 Final wwe)
4. as i mentioned first i want dual boot option so will it work for dual boot option??
i know i am eating so much your brain but i cant do it without your help
thanks is advance
Salman
salmanhakkani said:
HTC craze thanks for reply
i am not so much technical person so i need your more guidance on this
i have visited your mentioned link and selected this android version ( i dont know i am selected the right one or not ) ???
AmeriCanAndroid 071511sd.7z (114.64 MB)
i have some questions before installing it
1. will it overrite my windows ??? i dont want to overrite my windows
2. all things will works ??? like camera wifi bluetooth camcorder emails etc..
3. is my radio and rom version enough for this update ??? (HTC HD2 T mobile
radio 2.15.50.14 Rom Elegancia V5.0 Final wwe)
4. as i mentioned first i want dual boot option so will it work for dual boot option??
i know i am eating so much your brain but i cant do it without your help
thanks is advance
Salman
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Just spending five minutes in reading a bit doesn't hurt you know, but we'll help you:
1- SD Android doesn't overwrite windows, you're actually using SD like a phone memory. when you reset you'll be back to WinMo and will have to run Android again.
2- What's working and not working is always mentioned in the original (first) post of every build. From my brief experience with American Android, Wifi, Camera, and GPS are working, you have to try the other features and let the developer know if something isn't working well for you. make sure to post your whole info: HD2 TMo or EU, Radio, What WinMo you're using (not very helpful but wouldn't hurt writing it anyway), and what Android version have you downloaded.
3- As long as the radio is 2.XX.50.XX you're fine.
check your SPL version though, I've never tried Android with SPL 3.X some say it doesn't work.
4- You can dual boot (or triple or even quadruple boot) Android with windows as long as your multiple android builds support having more than one beside them (and a bit of your luck as well) the program is just a shortcut for you not to use FExplorer to run Android :/ so the answer would be yes.
when you run android and have some problems, you can use search because there are many threads to solve almost every problem you'll have with android, one of them being mine (in my signature).
Hello everyone,
I am new to HTC and custom roms can someone wrote briefly which are the best custom roms for my HTC HD2? (tried and tested roms!) Now I am using it stock rom but I am not happy with it.
1. Best Android rom (I tried 4.4.4 but is too slow and have a feeling is draining battery more than the normal)
2. Best Windows Mobile 6.5 rom?
3. Best Windows Phone rom?
4. Best Windows Mobile/Ubutuntu/Android rom?
Cheers,
Best custom WM6.5 is Energy
http://www.mediafire.com/download/b...3699.Sense2.5.Cookie.2.0.DinikGlass.Nov.24.7z
With bit of personal modding it rock solid & well featured.
Used on all our work HD2 handsets as the rest are junk except for gaming or facebook ...
Thanks mate! I will try it.
Also mate try Android 4.4.2 tytung rom it is working good on my HD2 (Native SD - SD card 10 class 8gb)
Thank you bojan. I see that the Energy rom has a Launch Android shortlink so I suppose it is for that. Just to figure out how to install it...
@ Mister B
I have one issue, BTW I succefully installed 24.Nov.Energy rom and very happy with it! Just what I needed. I am not going to use the phone for games. Maybe except for chess. Simpler, stable the better. Excuse me for writing it in this topic but I don't have access to ask in the proper threads as a new user and I am eager to figure it out.
The issue is that when I listen to the FM radio and I have a call the phone is turning off. Is this normal? Had someone experienced a simmilar issue? Is windows mobile providing some kind of an errors log?
Yes the energy rom has a link to launch android SD build.
I have just tested my FM Radio as i'm on that ROM & no issue on incoming call.
Could possibly be linked to radio version perhaps, i'm using radio as linked in my signature.
Are you also on HSPL2.08 !?
I have Chess Genius, Tripplix & Virtual Pool Mobile which more than enough for gaming for me.
IM+ still works on WM too so can support facebook messaging etc which can be handy.