I have never touched a windows phone before but have exp. with Installing unsigned code and ROMS (xbox/360,androids)
With that being said I just received a Windows HTC T8788 from a buddy last night. I have read so many tuts. and info that I have 15 tabs from being sent from one to the other and back again. Here is what I have gathered.
Model:T8788
Carrier:AT&T
Software: Windows 7.5
OS version: 7.10.7720.68
Revsion:003
Radio: 5.69.09.05a_22.50.50.21H
Bootloader version:4.5.2250.0(129685)
Here's the question that sends me in circles and its not the procedure or directions, its which path do I take that is not clear to me to get RSPL/HSPL.
Now for the procedure and Hacks I would like to get but keep finding myself jumping from old to new material.
1) Download WP7F3 and check Bootloader. SPL needs to be 1.5.xx or
lower because DFT program doesn't support the SPL 4.5.xxxx bootloader I
have.
2) So that tells me that a downgrade is needed so that I can RSPL/HSPL then I
can Install Ansars New 8773 ROMs. This is were I get messed up!!!
I found that is has to be a stock provider ROM build;NoDo that has SPL 1.5
Which I found here in this form in FOOTBALLS post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427902
I have also read some were that My version was not able to downgrade
unless i use The goldcard procedure.
I missed a lot of info above but just wanted to clarify were I was
I have no backups of old OS from Zune, Nothing at all. The process to do this is pretty easy just just need someone with windows handset exp. before I take the leap without confirming proper order and software versions.
Sorry If someone take me to the direct link that I couldn't find
So thats it, nobody will even flame me and tell me to to keep reseaching.
Am I missing something. This is Q&A thread for HTC T8788 Sound right?
I wish someone had answer this... Did you have any luck on your own?
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Hi,
I am new to this updating pocket pc lark and think i may have ruined my xda orbit. I have been following instructions from within the site and found a few downloads for updated roms and downloaded the "PDAMobiz_Dopod_P800W_AKU301_v1.1.2_PowerMap.exe" and ran it to update my xda orbit. now when the device reboots it stays on the first screen which states:
IPL 1.25.0001
SPL 1.25.0000
GSM 02.67.90
OS 1.28.0.0
Does anyone know how i can fix this?? and please can i have step by step detailed instructions???
god i feel like such an idiot!!
You and many others.
Its not broken - it requires either unlocking and reloading by IMEI-CHECK for 47 quid or wait for the promised O2 WM6 update ROM that hopefully can be used to reflash the OS on to your XDA, the same tools that you used to get yourself in this mess may also get you out of it - i've done exactly the same thing myself.
Or try it on with O2 and see if they will replace it, just say it locked up and when you rebooted it appears that the OS is corrupt/missing.
Cheers,
Steve.
arif101 said:
Hi,
I am new to this updating pocket pc lark and think i may have ruined my xda orbit. I have been following instructions from within the site and found a few downloads for updated roms and downloaded the "PDAMobiz_Dopod_P800W_AKU301_v1.1.2_PowerMap.exe" and ran it to update my xda orbit. now when the device reboots it stays on the first screen which states:
IPL 1.25.0001
SPL 1.25.0000
GSM 02.67.90
OS 1.28.0.0
Does anyone know how i can fix this?? and please can i have step by step detailed instructions???
god i feel like such an idiot!!
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Well you are an idiot - you did not read the first post in the forum - read it and it will tell you what to do.
do you know where i can get the original os from and how i can get it back on my device as my device doesn't appear to connect to my computer anymore.
Any day now - apparantly
arif101 said:
do you know where i can get the original os from and how i can get it back on my device as my device doesn't appear to connect to my computer anymore.
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Ignore the 'clever', retrospective criticism, from people who will claim that they've never done something similar...
The word is that O2 are due to release an upgrade rom soon, it may be the solution or may just be an upgrade that requires the phone to have a good OS on it already in which case you may need to contact IMEI-CHECK who can do it for under 50 quid.
It's a pity really - if the smart arses here could provide answers as quickly as they can criticism who knows there may be a solution available all ready, after all isn't that what this forum is for?
Just an idea, seeing as though the 'CID unlocking Warning' sticky appeared after dozens of people had made the same mistake, maybe next time the mods could put it up at the time and not after the event? possibly not the case here but it would have saved a shed load of your other members a major headache.
Cheers,
Ste.
Well, necessary stuff is USPL.
A stock ROM will also be nice.
dont have one (well have one on my phone)... wouldnt know how to get it off the phone either...so ill leave that for someone else
maybe you can post it suracha?
What do we need?
We need help from an XDA-Developer to create USPL for unlock our device so we can flash unOfficial ROM, I have never worked on this.
So far, I can read the ROM from device and play with it. I believe this is at the same progress as GUIGOU's work. BTW, he also hosts his works on the internet. You may review following threads ...
HTC 3470 (Pharos) Orange French Dump
HTC P3470 Pharos : Searching an Backup Rom
In order to play with customized ROM, I also need Official ROM to re-flash my device ... just in case, you know.
I asked htc Asia last week about an Official ROM, they said the device is new, they may release Official ROM in the future but not now.
I think we should talk to an XDA-Developer who ever made USPL for some device. We do need it !!!
Pharos ROM to Create
I've come across this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=334667
Pharos ROM to Create
I've come across this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=334667
It is a technique called JumpSPL. Sound good to me for start fooling with my Pharos. (Thank Pof)
quote from the original post says
Notes on patching & testing custom SPLs:
* Disassemble the SPL using radare (free) or IDA Pro (commercial).
* You need to press the bootloader buttons after loading your custom SPL with JumpSPL, otherwise device will reboot. You can also patch the SPL to enter bootloader mode automatically, so you don't have to press the buttons.
* Some devices require that you unplug and re-plug the USB cable after the SPL has been loaded.
* On some devices (TI OMAP) you'll see a white screen instead of the usual tri-color screen, don't worry about that, you're in bootloader mode.
* Use patched SPLs with caution, try to flash splash screens to do the initial tests and avoid bricking your device.
* To know the jump address you can use itsutils 'pmemdump -p' and try to find a copy of the SPL in memory. You can find the virtual address with dumpromx.exe.
I try both bkondisk = http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-285003.html and pdocread => http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Elf_HowtoDumpRom in order to get my SPL.
Now I am unsuccessfully locating Pharos' SPL...... Worse, I have known of neither Radar or IDA Pro. so That would take a long while until I can convince myself to try the JumpSPL.
Post back if I get any progess.
PS.. to Suracha.. if DopodAsia don't release one soon, don't U think some technical guy at SIS Distribution (Thailand) will have one? if U know some one inside....worth try asking for luck.
bita said:
PS.. to Suracha.. if DopodAsia don't release one soon, don't U think some technical guy at SIS Distribution (Thailand) will have one? if U know some one inside....worth try asking for luck.
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Yep, I am thinking about that.
Hopefully, they should have one.
good progress!
I personally am new to the pda thing, but with proper how to's Id like to tinker with the Pharos.
I saw a thread where an older htc was said to have gps built in but not activated... you can do a search but also check this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-293182.html
so it might be the case that we have wifi and 3g but simply disabled.. just like in the touch (elf)
would be cool if this was the case huh?
Got it
bita said:
PS.. to Suracha.. if DopodAsia don't release one soon, don't U think some technical guy at SIS Distribution (Thailand) will have one? if U know some one inside....worth try asking for luck.
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bita, follow the link to thread ... Official ROM 1.11.707.1
Thank Suracha
U are excellent.
I'll be keep fooling my ROM....
First i apologize for creating another new thread and disturbing you guys. But i took mytime going through the website and the tutorials, and it made me more confused.
Quick info got HTC HD2 from craigslist today and thinking for a possible solution to unlock the device..here people talks about various ROM's , i think installing any of one these wont unlock the phone. Can you please suggest me how to unlock the mobile by pointing to a thread or tutorial.
my htc details
OS version 5.2.21892
manila version 2.5.20121412.2
ROM version 2.13.531.1 (90963) WWE
Radiio version 2.10.50.26
protocol version 15.39.50.07u.
the threads talks about various ROM and HSLP and all..but i am completely lost what is what.
Thanks,
WY.
going to sleep my next reply will take time.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=653614
Sticky right at the top of rom threads!!!
so flashing means unlocking...and i dont have a sd card with still i can do it right.
whatyaar said:
so flashing means unlocking...and i dont have a sd card with still i can do it right.
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A Rom is basically an operating system for your phone. A Custom/Cooked Rom is a Stock/Shipped Rom that has been stripped of clutter and tweaked to give the best performance. Custom Roms usually contain the latest updates and programs so are more stable and up to date and work better than stock roms that are supplied with your phone.
In my understanding, think of flashing as giving your phone more freedom and you only need to flash HARDSPL your device only "ONCE" to take advantage of the features that custom ROMs offer. You can hardspl ur device easily via usb cable (without a memory card), so read the post in d link above thoroughly n ask feel free 2 ask more questions.
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the threads talks about various ROM and HSLP and all..but i am completely lost what is what.
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The HPSL is what, for lack of a better term, "jailbreaks" the HD2. The ROMs are the operating systems of the phones. Radios are also an important thing, and they have something to do with how your phone interacts with the network.
Now, I'm a n00b myself, so anybody please feel free to correct any errors I made.
whatyaar said:
so flashing means unlocking...and i dont have a sd card with still i can do it right.
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I want to make sure you're not getting confused on something here...
Are you trying to get your phone to the point where you can run non-official ROM's on it? That's what using HSPL and flashing is.
Or, are you trying to be able to use the phone with other carriers than T-Mobile? That requires unlocking (completely independent of HSPL/flashing), and that's not something that's there's a tutorial for you to do...you either need to call T-Mobile and tell them you need the unlock code, or if you aren't a T-Mobile customer you will need to use one of the various unlocking services you'll find on e-bay, etc.
sirphunkee said:
I want to make sure you're not getting confused on something here...
Are you trying to get your phone to the point where you can run non-official ROM's on it? That's what using HSPL and flashing is.
Or, are you trying to be able to use the phone with other carriers than T-Mobile? That requires unlocking (completely independent of HSPL/flashing), and that's not something that's there's a tutorial for you to do...you either need to call T-Mobile and tell them you need the unlock code, or if you aren't a T-Mobile customer you will need to use one of the various unlocking services you'll find on e-bay, etc.
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thanks a lot you answered mypoint correctly. i tried to flash the rom from the above link and then installed Cleanex ultra series.
..dint liked it and want to get my previous settings. i selected clear data..butits not doing any thing...can anyone help.
whatyaar said:
thanks a lot you answered mypoint correctly. i tried to flash the rom from the above link and then installed Cleanex ultra series.
..dint liked it and want to get my previous settings. i selected clear data..butits not doing any thing...can anyone help.
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The step you're trying there (clear data) is also known as a "hard-reset"...it wipes the data off your phone and returns it to the orginial state of whatever ROM you currently have flashed on it (in your case: Cleanex)....so to get it back the way it was when you bought it, you'll need to flash a stock T-Mobile ROM back on to it.
sirphunkee said:
The step you're trying there (clear data) is also known as a "hard-reset"...it wipes the data off your phone and returns it to the orginial state of whatever ROM you currently have flashed on it (in your case: Cleanex)....so to get it back the way it was when you bought it, you'll need to flash a stock T-Mobile ROM back on to it.
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can you guide me how to do it. so will there be .exe that can be downloaded from tmobile and connect my mobile and execute it..
some body please help me to find the Original tmobile USA rom.
whatyaar said:
can you guide me how to do it. so will there be .exe that can be downloaded from tmobile and connect my mobile and execute it..
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Yes, that's pretty much exactly how it works. You can find the official download for it at this link:
http://dl.htc.com/ruudownload/t-mobileUS/Filedownload.aspx?pid=leo
You'll have to enter your phone's IMEI number (located on a sticker beneath the battery) to verify that you have an HD2, and then it will let you download. It's pretty simple to do, but here's a set of detailed instructions if you need (which include the step of downloading from that link above):
http://support.t-mobile.com/doc/tm54430.xml?
thank you very much Mr.sirphunkee ...you saved my day.
whatyaar said:
thank you very much Mr.sirphunkee ...you saved my day.
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No problem...that's what we're here for
whatyaar said:
First i apologize for creating another new thread and disturbing you guys. But i took mytime going through the website and the tutorials, and it made me more confused.
Quick info got HTC HD2 from craigslist today and thinking for a possible solution to unlock the device..here people talks about various ROM's , i think installing any of one these wont unlock the phone. Can you please suggest me how to unlock the mobile by pointing to a thread or tutorial.
my htc details
OS version 5.2.21892
manila version 2.5.20121412.2
ROM version 2.13.531.1 (90963) WWE
Radiio version 2.10.50.26
protocol version 15.39.50.07u.
the threads talks about various ROM and HSLP and all..but i am completely lost what is what.
Thanks,
WY.
going to sleep my next reply will take time.
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I read in the forum that the ROMs don't unlock your phone. They are just customizations for whatever the purpose may be. I use MIRI v17.6 ROM so that I can run Android on my HD2 US. I'm only missing Microsoft Word Mobile. My HTC HD2 US is unlocked because I paid cash for it and I requested the unlock code from T-Mobile unlike my iPhone 3GS that is still locked even though I owed no money on it.
I have not read anything about unlocking (rooting in this forum?) your HD2 (I assume) in this forum. Remember, Google has the answer for virtually everything if you ask her.
I hope you slept well!
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The HPSL is what, for lack of a better term, "jailbreaks" the HD2. The ROMs are the operating systems of the phones. Radios are also an important thing, and they have something to do with how your phone interacts with the network.
Now, I'm a n00b myself, so anybody please feel free to correct any errors I made.
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Also, if i may add, the HPSL3 is some kind of protection not to damage your phone in case you use the wrong ROM, I read. therefore, for the HD2 US, I watched on youtube how to install the HSPL3. Then I picked a ROM that suits my purpose and I flashed my HD2 (on youtube also). That's it. I did not have to bother installing a radio file because my ROM did not require it since I have the US hd2.
ketzazu said:
I read in the forum that the ROMs don't unlock your phone. They are just customizations for whatever the purpose may be. I use MIRI v17.6 ROM so that I can run Android on my HD2 US. I'm only missing Microsoft Word Mobile. My HTC HD2 US is unlocked because I paid cash for it and I requested the unlock code from T-Mobile unlike my iPhone 3GS that is still locked even though I owed no money on it.
I have not read anything about unlocking (rooting in this forum?) your HD2 (I assume) in this forum. Remember, Google has the answer for virtually everything if you ask her.
I hope you slept well!
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Ketzazu, did you read any of the posts in this thread after the 1st one...?
I have just switched over from iPhone to the new HTC Trophy on verizon, and i want to unlock it so i can get homebrew apps and what not. The phone model is HTC mwp6985 and the WP7 OS versions is 7.0.7389... i want to take it to 7004 - 7008 so i can just unlock it with chevron or if there is an easier way please let me know and leave tutorials i am new with windows phone. i have been with apple for the longest time. Links to please. thanks in advanced
Please reply i have been trying to do this for so long now
JohnstonOctober said:
Please reply i have been trying to do this for so long now
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I was just reading that this is not possible on the Verizon Trophy. The version you are on is the earliest version that works on CDMA phones.
I think Tripping James is correct, as far as I'm aware you can't downgrade it properly yet. Some have tried using the "Release (Team name)" versions for your phone, but they are incomplete and end up bricking the phone.
Your best bet is to wait for DFT team to release a new HSPL or RSPL so that it can work on your phone allowing you to flash a firmware from any other region or wait for a verizon rom to some how magically turn up.
Check out the thread on HSPL by DFT or PM ansar and see if there is anything you can do to help speed up the process of building a custom rom.
hi all, i have a trophy with 8107 and with spl 5.12. i wanted to install greek language, succeded but the only problem i currently have is that i need to developer unlock it so that i can install touch explorer or somehow to send the xml for camera settings to the windows folder, cause i dont have camera settings in the greek language.. any help would be gratefull. As far as i see and from the search i'm doing 2 days now, i don't think i can do anything for the device. the only think i didn't try is the goldcard method, cause i don't have the cables. If someone has a stable solution for this, that could save me a lot of time and searching.. thank you.
Even if you downgrade the SPL, you will have to flash an entire rom to gain the features you require. You could attempt interop unlock, but your system and drivers on the phone may be too new.
You might be able to use ansar's method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1417849
First, you flash his SPL rom, and then flash an old rom from your carrier (if you have the unlocked/unbranded HTC Trophy, this is easy). Then you would install DFT's HSPL.
If you are going to go that far though, I'd recommend building a GoldCard. Try using the new newb friendly method of building a GoldCard. The links to the hardware are US links to parts, but finding the parts in Europe should be easy enough (and you don't need to cut/make cables or do weird things to SD cards).
i have almost the same situations, i have 8107, spl 5.12 and i want to downgrade to 1.x
i'm from portugal and my phone is locked to Vodafone. the only problem is that i discovered that it's Vodafone_ELL so the method of flashing SLSPL, is out of question, i think. what can i do to solve this ? i want to flash 8773 on my trophy and unlock it !
Your solution is to either find an older stock rom from your carrier for your phone, or to use GoldCard to flash the oldest original Trophy rom for Euro unlocked/unbranded Trophy (which will also change your phones MID to the unlocked Euro model). Then you'd manually install any other language packs the phone needs.
And no, I have no clue where to get a rom that'd work on your carrier. If its not in footballs rom thread, I don't know where to look or who to ask. You can get the original Euro unbranded roms there though.
simply just flash an older ROM ?
if it fails to install i can just install the ROM that i have?
The GoldCard method is something that i consider risky, but if it is the best way, i will have to do it !
Can i flash my trophy with this -> Vodafone_ELL, New Branded ROM RUU_Spark_Vodafone_ELL_1.10.162.06_Radio_5.52.09.1 6_22.33a.50.10U_by_ansar ??
You can give it a shot. Worst that can happen is your SPL will fail to downgrade.
Goldcard method is FAR from risky though (just WAS difficult to build manually.. hence that guide I suggested.. its easy following that guide). Its a fantastic way to flush your phone of HSPL and return your phone to true stock for warranty work. It seems to hi-jack some official diagnostic mode from HTC.
In earlier post, instead of MID I meant CID. If your going to use that ELL rom, build a GoldCard and use that instead. This new guide makes it far easier to do and no cutting/building wires and weird hacking tools that are difficult to use. You just buy the parts, plug them together, and format a sd-card with the software in the post! Using this method, you can unbrand your trophy, which will let you use the ELL rom for flashing.
kostas_8 said:
hi all, i have a trophy with 8107 and with spl 5.12. i wanted to install greek language, succeded but the only problem i currently have is that i need to developer unlock it so that i can install touch explorer or somehow to send the xml for camera settings to the windows folder, cause i dont have camera settings in the greek language.. any help would be gratefull. As far as i see and from the search i'm doing 2 days now, i don't think i can do anything for the device. the only think i didn't try is the goldcard method, cause i don't have the cables. If someone has a stable solution for this, that could save me a lot of time and searching.. thank you.
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No matter what you do, just try to avoid the Interop Unlock XAP. I installed it few months ago and the phone refused after that to connect to my vodafone network. I had to give it to HTC maintenance to change the whole board.
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No matter what you do, just try to avoid the Interop Unlock XAP. I installed it few months ago and the phone refused after that to connect to my vodafone network. I had to give it to HTC maintenance to change the whole board.
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interop xap? Oh... you had trouble reconnecting to your data... That is fixable with the fixed xap they released afterwards... a custom rom is just so much easier the doing all that manual interop crap.. I really don't understand why so many people do it vs custom roms.
I think its much easier to flash a custom rom via HSPL and have a GoldCard set aside in case to flash a total stock rom in case you need to send the phone in for warranty work. I do see where that is a problem if you don't have a stock rom for your carrier branded phone (unbranded Trophy and the USA Verizon Trophy got it easy vs the misc smaller Euro carriers).