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This Sickens Me - Selling Android Builds on eBay

ttp://cgi.ebay.com/HTC-HD2-Android-2-2-Evo-Operating-System-/330486566191?pt=Cell_Phones&hash=item4cf288cd2f
This is a disgrace. Anyone who exploits the hard work and unwaged development of Android/Linux on the Hd2 should know that you are only doing the community harm by discouraging devs to continue progress. You basically stole their knowledge and are hawking it off as yours. Disguisting.

This isn't the first time this had happened. Its hapoened like 5 other times thati know of. Yeah your right its messed up.

I wish there was a way to reply to his auction and scream "FRAUD!".. or give the seller negative feedback over and over again.

Damn... why didnt I think of doing that and making money... lol
Just kidding... Yeah the guy selling instructions is an asshole for sure
THUMBS DOWN!

have a look at craigslist.

maff1989 said:
I wish there was a way to reply to his auction and scream "FRAUD!".. or give the seller negative feedback over and over again.
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I just filed a report against the item as being copyright infringement.

What an idiot, he got that picture from XDA too. I think its from mattc?

i've filed a report as well. What a low life scumbag. Wish we knew his handle on XDA so he can be banned for life.

he should send to death sentence!

ive reported it as well.
i think the best way to fix this is for everyone to file a simple report of violation of android GPL. and intellectual property.
if ebay gets enough reports of similar auctions, it will go on their banned list. unless you can prove you programmed it.

Damn why didn't I charge my friends for spending 3 hours on installing android onto their phones.
Report submitted.

Yah. I think everybody should report this..I just reported too!!!
This kind of person should be banned from xda forever!!!

Sometimes you learn more form the seller when you're in contact with him.
maybe his mailaddress is a part of his account on XDA so you'll be able to track him down.
Stay in contact as long as you can, that way you will gather more information.
This is indeed a dis-craze to all hard working developers, accept when the seller is one of the developers hare at XDA...
to all developers, don't stop because of some stupid ass, your work is really appreciated!

k8826324 said:
Yah. I think everybody should report this..I just reported too!!!
This kind of person should be banned from xda forever!!!
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TheTeek said:
Sometimes you learn more form the seller when you're in contact with him.
maybe his mailaddress is a part of his account on XDA so you'll be able to track him down.
Stay in contact as long as you can, that way you will gather more information.
This is indeed a dis-craze to all hard working developers, accept when the seller is one of the developers hare at XDA...
to all developers, don't stop because of some stupid ass, your work is really appreciated!
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I don't know if it's a coincedence, but there's a user here at XDA that has the EXACT same name as the e-Bay seller.
Link to his profile is: mv1luv
I think it's time to get the mods onto this
Grtz,
Degake
p.s. The hometown of the XDA member (Bakersfield) is also the same at the e-Bay item location.... so I guess we got him

degake said:
I don't know if it's a coincedence, but there's a user here at XDA that has the EXACT same name as the e-Bay seller.
Link to his profile is: mv1luv
I think it's time to get the mods onto this
Grtz,
Degake
p.s. The hometown of the XDA member (Bakersfield) is also the same at the e-Bay item location.... so I guess we got him
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Time for the Mod's to get involved and sort this matter out, reported it to e-bay but they aren't really going to do anything which is sad, but the mods here can!

Unbelievable! Just out of curiosity I did a search for "HTC HD2 Android" on eBay and there are several other no-conscience sellers peddling instructions on how to install Android. Outrageous! One seller "alpleco" out of Long Island has sold over 600+ of these instructions at almost $2 each.
There's just no shame!

Selling my dock

No sales outside marketplace

They sell for $150 new... I want it, but not for more than retail.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/761727-REG/ASUS_TF101_DOCKING_Eee_Pad_Transformer_Docking.html

You're free to order it from there and wait a month if you want. Mine is indistinguishable from new. I paid $149 + tax + 2 day shipping, so I want $160 shipped for it. You'll have it by saturday if you order it from me.
They're $180 on ebay, but I figured I'd offer it to the community at a fair price before gouging people on there.

Selling here is against forum rules. Use the trade section please.

Sorry, didn't realize. Posting there now, this thread can be deleted.

stuntdouble said:
Selling here is against forum rules. Use the trade section please.
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I don't see a reason why you should try and be a moderator and scare the OP away like this. He would get more attention from the TF101 section whereas, personally people including myself don't go to sections outside our perspective devices.
If you have a problem with it then just use the report feature, you don't have to call him out on it. It's not like he did it intentionally.

I've found it for as cheap as $113 + $11 shipping and it was in stock last night, several other places had it in stock for under $140

eraursls1984 said:
I've found it for as cheap as $113 + $11 shipping and it was in stock last night, several other places had it in stock for under $140
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That's great, they don't anymore as far as I can tell.

zephiK said:
I don't see a reason why you should try and be a moderator and scare the OP away like this. He would get more attention from the TF101 section whereas, personally people including myself don't go to sections outside our perspective devices.
If you have a problem with it then just use the report feature, you don't have to call him out on it. It's not like he did it intentionally.
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I'm not 'trying to be a moderator' nor am I trying to scare anyone away. Rules are there for a reason. And I did report it. As ALL users are meant to read the rules before they even post, and I believe that's one of the reasons they limited people's abilities to post to various areas, etc, people should all know these basic rules.

stuntdouble said:
I'm not 'trying to be a moderator' nor am I trying to scare anyone away. Rules are there for a reason. And I did report it. As ALL users are meant to read the rules before they even post, and I believe that's one of the reasons they limited people's abilities to post to various areas, etc, people should all know these basic rules.
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Limited posting? what? Dev forums always had a 10 post count required to post.
The post you made is just as meaningless as going into a thread into dev forum (or any other forum) and posting "wrong forum" just to raise your post count.
It's obvious that the OP didn't mean to break the rules intentionally. It was a mistake. People make mistakes, its apart of society.

I guess I'll just post this and leave it at that. Please read:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?a=81
Thanks.

dont want to trash this thread, but stores are getting more and more stock nowdays. the dock has been priced under $120 shipped in some online stores. you might want to lower the price

10 character mispost

I'm debating whether or not to buy a dock. I have a laptop but I'm always too lazy to unplug it(it's running windows server dual boot with win7) so I got the TF so I could bring it to class and stuff

Wish youd decided to sell 2 days ago. Just paid 180 for one on ebay and they still havent shipped it...

144$+Tax Walmart online In Stock. Comes to under 160$ Shipped.

stuntdouble said:
I guess I'll just post this and leave it at that. Please read:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?a=81
Thanks.
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lol, i was gonna post the exact same thing on a different thread, where zephiK, defender of n00bs criticized me for trying to be a mod as well...
sadly, a mod has already locked that thread, rightfully.

finalhit said:
lol, i was gonna post the exact same thing on a different thread, where zephiK, defender of n00bs criticized me for trying to be a mod as well...
sadly, a mod has already locked that thread, rightfully.
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Defender of n00bs? Not really.. just don't like people posting 'absurd' posts not helping out the OP regardless of the situation. I'm all about helping people and if that's not something you don't want to do. And you want to criticize how the OP posted it without posting any informative response to it then its simple. Don't respond back to it.
It's so meaningless to go into somebodies thread and post "wrong forum," "oh you're breaking the rules"
unless they did it intentionally, i don't think that it's such a huge problem. thats a moderators' job. you just do you and let the mods do their job, as a user you could just report their post and the mods will get to resolving the problem.
Just my two cents.

actually he did help out by directing OP to the rules. and the OP read and followed. pretty darn helpful i you ask me.
if someone can't follow rules how do you expect them to follow your advice when they post OMGGG IM BRIKKED!!!

No sales threads outside the marketplace, you know the rules
Badwolve1

Upgrading? Want to pass along your SPH-D700 to a wannabe mod'er?

Hey forum newb here!
I was lucky enough to receive an SPH-D700 earlier this year as my first smartphone! :cyclops: Problem is its kinda busted up and the USB pins are broke.
So I'm really bummed I can't upgrade to CyanogenMod. At least not without a lot of trouble (attempting the latest MasterKey hack for example).
I know its a shot in the dark, but I thought I would just put the word out if any of you guys are upgrading and want to pass along your old phone to a wannabe mod'er... I'd really be interested.
I'm willing to pay shipping.
Send me a PM if you're interested!
Thanks!

Mr_You said:
Hey forum newb here!
I was lucky enough to receive an SPH-D700 earlier this year as my first smartphone! :cyclops: Problem is its kinda busted up and the USB pins are broke.
So I'm really bummed I can't upgrade to CyanogenMod. At least not without a lot of trouble (attempting the latest MasterKey hack for example).
I know its a shot in the dark, but I thought I would just put the word out if any of you guys are upgrading and want to pass along your old phone to a wannabe mod'er... I'd really be interested.
I'm willing to pay shipping.
Send me a PM if you're interested!
Thanks!
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You can use the Swappa link in the forum header. I'm not sure if the mods will keep this thread intact given the subject matter.

nikon120 said:
You can use the Swappa link in the forum header. I'm not sure if the mods will keep this thread intact given the subject matter.
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Oh I didn't realize if this might be off topic.
And just to be clear, I'm not looking to buy a phone right now. I'm just looking for a kind soul.
Doesn't hurt to ask.
But thanks for pointing out the Swappa link. Will consider it in the far future.

Mr_You said:
Oh I didn't realize if this might be off topic.
And just to be clear, I'm not looking to buy a phone right now. I'm just looking for a kind soul.
Doesn't hurt to ask.
But thanks for pointing out the Swappa link. Will consider it in the far future.
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It's not that it's off topic, it's just that buying and selling is no longer allowed within the forums of xda. That's why there's the swappa link, so I'd head there first for a phone.
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk 2

jeffreyjicha said:
It's not that it's off topic, it's just that buying and selling is no longer allowed within the forums of xda. That's why there's the swappa link, so I'd head there first for a phone.
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk 2
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This^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Thread closed

Where To...

I don't keep my phones long. I'm just looking for suggestions on where to post a "For Sale" ad that'll attract the type of people that'd be interested in a device like this? (ie xda users and other forum users) Is there a forum out there that still has a classifieds section? Kinda sucks that xda's is gone. I'd post it locally, but I believe that the lack of knowledge among the normal phone using population would be a wash. Most people who ask what kind of phone it is say "who makes it, Samsung"? after I tell them oneplus one.
Thanks
Sorry if I hurt anybodies feelers for posting this.

Ill Named said:
I don't keep my phones long. I'm just looking for suggestions on where to post a "For Sale" ad that'll attract the type of people that'd be interested in a device like this? (ie xda users and other forum users) Is there a forum out there that still has a classifieds section? Kinda sucks that xda's is gone. I'd post it locally, but I believe that the lack of knowledge among the normal phone using population would be a wash. Most people who ask what kind of phone it is say "who makes it, Samsung"? after I tell them oneplus one.
Anyway, if anyone is interested also (I know it's probably against the rules) it's gotta bunch of accessories too....
Thanks
Sorry if I hurt anybodies feelers for posting this.
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Swappa

I know it's not a forum, but you could post it on http://www.swappa.com. A decent amount of phones they sell on there are unlocked and running custom ROMs, and I think site is affiliated with XDA somehow, so that would probably be a decent place to post it.

Thanks. Never heard of swappa.

Ill Named said:
Thanks. Never heard of swappa.
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I've sold two rooted phones on swappa. Great site.
Sent from my A0001 using XDA Free mobile app

Thread closed. There used to be an xda marketplace where people could buy and sell devices but it was closed because there were a lot of problems...scams and just people complaining, haggling, etc. So now the go to place for people from xda looking to sell or buy a used device is swappa.

Who is most deserving?

Okay, I was able to file a complaint through a channel that not only has allowed me to order the Nexus 6 I wanted, but also have it sent via free overnight FedEx to be delivered tomorrow... yes, on Saturday.
I was going to post how I did this, but felt it [maybe] unfair to the people who made it happen for me.
So, this leads me to the question: Of all of the people trying to buy this phone, who would truly benefit this community if they were able to get one? Also, who would keep this information confidential and not repost it for the whole community?
Now, I'm not saying this is guaranteed, but from the time I initiated contact, I had a call back within a few short hours, and was able to place an order over the phone.
Are there any developers who have been unable to get it, who would undoubtedly do some serious good by having one?
I hope no one takes this the wrong way. I have zero developing skills, and this is just a tiny way for me to do something for someone deserving since I've benefited so much from this community.

I see what you are trying to do OP.... Might be best to just send a pm next time
Sent from my NEXUS 6

I am not asking for donations. And this thread has been taken all wrong anyway.

wvcadle said:
I am not asking for donations. And this thread has been taken all wrong anyway.
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Ok, I would vote for @franciscofranco. I believe he is still waiting for his and is supposed to be shipped Dec 15 from the UK.

obsanity said:
Ok, I would vote for @franciscofranco. I believe he is still waiting for his and is supposed to be shipped Dec 15 from the UK.
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Thank you! Ask him if he's willing to wait or if he wants to go this route and I'll PM him. Hell, I've used his kernels more than any other.

@franciscofranco is waiting for his to arrive, @rascarlo cant afford one. and he is a great deserving rom developer.

This thread breaks no rules that I am aware of.
If you do not like it, do not read it.
I understand what the OP is getting at.
He has not solicited thanks or donations, if he does then report the thread.
Thread cleaned. Now keep it clean please

simms22 said:
@franciscofranco is waiting for his to arrive, @rascarlo cant afford one. and he is a great deserving rom developer.
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I cannot afford to buy a 2nd one for someone, but am willing to share how I got mine. I know franco is direct and upfront with his words. I don't want to offend him by offering him this info. But if anyone who knows him wants to let him know to contact me, I couldn't think of many more deserving than him.

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Please watch your language. If this thread goes pear shaped I will close it. I am watching
I agree with offering the info to Franciscofranco cause he makes a hell of a kernel and keeps it well updated! I'm sure he'd like to get started.

I'd contact CarbonROM or Slim. Last I heard Carbon said they'd only support n6 if they won a phone as no maintainers had money for it.

Skripka said:
I'd contact CarbonROM or Slim. Last I heard Carbon said they'd only support n6 if they won a phone as no maintainers had money for it.
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Please understand what the OP is saying
He does not have a phone to give away
He just knows a way for people to get hold of one quickly, you still have to buy it. He is not selling his own phone.

This isnt even really ground breaking news, all he did was complain up the chain of command and like most execs they dont want to deal with it so in order to make the client happy they just take care of them. You mention they told you not to post online, yet you are doing just that. I honestly dont see the point of this thread, why dont you PM a few of the top developers and see if someone is interested. Its like you are playing a game and somehow you have to be entitled to get your super top secret information.
If it were up to me i would contact someone from Slim team, CM team, PA team, and OMNI team as those 4 are actually doing real development and dont just kang/piece together bits and pieces from every other rom out there.

Circaflex said:
This isnt even really ground breaking news, all he did was complain up the chain of command and like most execs they dont want to deal with it so in order to make the client happy they just take care of them. You mention they told you not to post online, yet you are doing just that. I honestly dont see the point of this thread, why dont you PM a few of the top developers and see if someone is interested. Its like you are playing a game and somehow you have to be entitled to get your super top secret information.
If it were up to me i would contact someone from Slim team, CM team, PA team, and OMNI team as those 4 are actually doing real development and dont just kang/piece together bits and pieces from every other rom out there.
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Well, you have every right to feel that way, even as wrong as you are. The last thing I need to do is justify anything to you or anyone else. I've got a temper, and it has shown on here, but I'm not game player. Like others have said, if you don't like the post, leave it alone.

Well OP im no Dev but if youre willing to shed some light on just how you managed that you'd be the coolest person on xda.

why the sudden change of heart though? you originally said you'd share the info if the phone did indeed ship now you wanna have some sort of vote on who to give the info to? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57088617&postcount=6033
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Boom! Anyway, check back here Friday evening. Once I see my 64GB MB N6 "en route", as in "having left the care of its sender and in the hands of the carrier", I'll post how I got someone to listen to, respond, and sell me a phone, all within the same day.
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just sayin

How bout sharing it with a fellow WV native?

Somehow the thought of a smartphone in West Virginia is surreal to me.

Circaflex said:
why the sudden change of heart though? you originally said you'd share the info if the phone did indeed ship now you wanna have some sort of vote on who to give the info to? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57088617&postcount=6033
just sayin
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Yes, you're correct. I was overly excited and hadn't had time to think about it. And then.... I thought about it and how awesome this person on a small team was to me, and decided against it.
I have no problem with this thread being closed. It's obvious aside from the few who "got" what I was trying to do and posted suggestions, the rest have just whined or bickered on here.

In Desolation said:
Somehow the thought of a smartphone in West Virginia is surreal to me.
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As opposed to Tennessee...? Lol!

wvcadle said:
As opposed to Tennessee...? Lol!
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Born and raised in WV, moved to Tennessee 2 years ago. Grew up in Ravenswood.