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ELF Clone from Dealextreme reception problem

Hello,
I recently bought this pda that generally is called “HTC Touch Clone”, “DX Touch”, “Dopod S1”, so I really don’t know its name. Since I bought it I have been following this forum and I already found several stuff here, especially software that I now use every day.
This is a ready good phone and I really happy with it (taking into account the price that is really low compared to similar phones here in Portugal) and my only problem with this phone is the network reception that is really crappy. I was told that updating the radio this problem could be solved, so my question is does anyone who owns this phone was able to somehow update the ROM of this phone?
If so, how did you do it? Which ROM did you used?
Many Thanks in advance,
Nando666

you cant flash ANY roms here.
Clones is not supported and you may end up with a dead phone after flashing.
Im very sorry but this is how it works.

It should be possible
It is possible, since they provide one image in their forum.
Does anyone with this phone tried a ROM upgrade?

Its risky.
If you think you want to give a shot.
I have no say.
Cheers.

I know it is risky. That is why I am looking for someone with this phone that can share his experiences.
Someone?

You are not likely to find anyone here with an Elf Clone, folks at this site deal with the genuine HTC phones, not with clones.
Therefore no-one here is going to be willing to make any statements about the clones.

wnpaul said:
You are not likely to find anyone here with an Elf Clone, folks at this site deal with the genuine HTC phones, not with clones.
Therefore no-one here is going to be willing to make any statements about the clones.
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I have seen several posts of people that have a clone in this forum.

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I have washed out my last REAL HTC touch so i bought one from china 60% off. Its came with a lot of problems. I will try flash (burn) a new ROM soon. I tell if a get something.

My understanding is, you cannot flash any ROM that is designed to work on an authentic HTC to a clone. Doing so will ultimately brick your phone, quite a few people tried with the same result.

enigma1nz said:
My understanding is, you cannot flash any ROM that is designed to work on an authentic HTC to a clone. Doing so will ultimately brick your phone, quite a few people tried with the same result.
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Yes, Agreed.
MORAL: dont flash, unless you a ready for the support line.

Got My 2nd G2 Today Without Hinge Issue

Came home today to find that I had received my G2 from the promotion they had last week and turns out this one has a different hinge than my first one.
No biggie, I never thought the first one had that big of an issue but nevertheless I made a video showing the 2 side by side.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBEp432XiBg
^Reuploaded without the shouting.

Well, anit this about a b......
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holy sht...I wonder if i can get a replacement if im still under warranty hahah

So you do reckon they have actually resolved the issue now or have you just got one that is tighter than ur 1st one?

Looks like a change in materials!
I still don't see the fuss about the hinge though.
What fusses me more is that I've gone through 3 G2s and each of them had a pixel problem, be it stuck or dead. Had to use a microscopic-ish lens to find them. Lawl.

I am so jealous right now.

poetryrocksalot said:
I am so jealous right now.
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Don't be. People have mentioned that even over time, the hinge will get loose again (this is inevitable, all springs give way over time). So be content with what you have if you have a bug-free phone!

Orite said:
Came home today to find that I had received my G2 from the promotion they had last week and turns out this one has a different hinge than my first one.
No biggie, I never thought the first one had that big of an issue but nevertheless I made a video showing the 2 side by side.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uhz5JXaJJcg
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Was it a new upgrade or a replacement, when did you get the first one?

First of all, you may want to get yourself a nice camera that can do HD video recording.
Secondly, your second G2 with the tight hinges is exactly how my G2 was when I first got it. It was super tight, no give, and then after a week of use it become really loose but not quite as loose as your first one. Give it time, and I'm pretty confident that your new G2 will call the loose hinge flu. Let's hope not, though.

My G2 has an intermittent touch screen issue. T-Mobile says it's a known issue. This is unacceptable for me. Aný recommendations? Different model, brand ect. Thanks
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wbs057 said:
My G2 has an intermittent touch screen issue. T-Mobile says it's a known issue. This is unacceptable for me. Aný recommendations? Different model, brand ect. Thanks
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Are you sure it's not this issue: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=910624? This is a problem inherent with capacitive touchscreens (though some phones may be more susceptible than others depending on design and tolerances).
If not, you might want to try starting a new thread about it instead of trying to get help through one about the hinge (especially if it really is a known issue, others may be able to provide solutions).

wbs057 said:
My G2 has an intermittent touch screen issue. T-Mobile says it's a known issue. This is unacceptable for me. Aný recommendations? Different model, brand ect. Thanks
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No it doesn't, you just don't understand the nuances of capacitive touch sensors. YOU NEED TO COMPLETE THE CIRCUIT by having solid contact with the metal ring around the outside of the screen.

I've been playing with couple different dummy units at the stores
Like best buy and radio shack. They got no hinge problem at all. But really my wife got a g2 that has the problem but she doesn't say anything at all. me neither. I don't see why the problem would make me go have a replacement though. Unless theres something else. But so far so good
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wileykat said:
So you do reckon they have actually resolved the issue now or have you just got one that is tighter than ur 1st one?
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I actually just feel like it's a tighter hinge. If it goes loose or not, I don't know. But according to everyone here , it will loosen with time.
Marquis63 said:
Was it a new upgrade or a replacement, when did you get the first one?
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I added a new line to my plan last week during the promotion. I got the first one the day it came out.
dustrho said:
First of all, you may want to get yourself a nice camera that can do HD video recording.
Secondly, your second G2 with the tight hinges is exactly how my G2 was when I first got it. It was super tight, no give, and then after a week of use it become really loose but not quite as loose as your first one. Give it time, and I'm pretty confident that your new G2 will call the loose hinge flu. Let's hope not, though.
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Haha I would have done better recording but I was just recording it through the youtube recording client which is a POS.
And I expect it to loosen but hope it doesn't.

OP just chime in in about a week or so and let us know if anything has changed.
Why do you say that it looks like diffenret materials?

Crey23 said:
OP just chime in in about a week or so and let us know if anything has changed.
Why do you say that it looks like diffenret materials?
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You know what, after playing around with it. It just made me realize how beat up my phone is compared to the one -_- Please disregard haha.

Reuploaded since I should have reviewed the video before uploading.

It's been 3 months of use and the hinge is as tight as it was on the first day. So I don't believe that it will become loss at least not during my duration of owning it.

[Q] screen issues very common?

Planning to buy a g2 but read some people have issues with the screen with touchscreen issues. How common is this issue? Is this fixable by software patch?

yeahman45 said:
Planning to buy a g2 but read some people have issues with the screen with touchscreen issues. How common is this issue? Is this fixable by software patch?
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Very common. Do a search. Cause is still unknown.

thx for the reply.. is it independent on model version? I want to buy the korean version... not sure I will get one now considering it's pricey and prone to screen issues

It happens to every version. I had mine fixed a few months ago and it's happening again.

Sfkn2 said:
It happens to every version. I had mine fixed a few months ago and it's happening again.
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that's a major letdown... so disappointing.. is it software or hardware fault?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4QOMB8UTx4
seems people say turning it off and restarting solve the issue

Cause is unknown..

yeahman45 said:
that's a major letdown... so disappointing.. is it software or hardware fault?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4QOMB8UTx4
seems people say turning it off and restarting solve the issue
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2521663
apparently an update fixed it??
edit: looking at the thread I can see a lot of people still having the issue.. unfortunately Lg G2 is a no for me although it seemed to be the perfect phone for me... going to look at the galaxy s4 now. Thx for the replies

I never had a problem and when I did have a screen problem it was because I had a JDI one and I fixed it. Its an awesome phone (Better than S4) so you should really try playing with it. Rooting it is also another option and I dont think custom roms give you the touchscreen problem.

sai777 said:
I never had a problem and when I did have a screen problem it was because I had a JDI one and I fixed it. Its an awesome phone (Better than S4) so you should really try playing with it. Rooting it is also another option and I dont think custom roms give you the touchscreen problem.
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No, this issue appears in plenty of custom ROMs.

Sfkn2 said:
No, this issue appears in plenty of custom ROMs.
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Wow really, I must be lucky as I had no touchscreen issues in any roms.

sai777 said:
Wow really, I must be lucky as I had no touchscreen issues in any roms.
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Since when I had my phone repaired and they had to change out my prox sensor, screen, and digitizer, I really think it's a hardware issue.

Just had to have my D801 replaced by T-Mobile for an issue where the screen was picking up two finger touches instead of just one in a small area in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. Warranty replacement was easy but I wish this wasn't an issue.. I love this phone.
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jcnbama said:
Just had to have my D801 replaced by T-Mobile for an issue where the screen was picking up two finger touches instead of just one in a small area in the bottom left hand corner of the screen. Warranty replacement was easy but I wish this wasn't an issue.. I love this phone.
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I was going to do that with TMO, but they wanted $19.99 "processing fee" or something ridiculous. On top of that, I'd get a refurb device. I ended up going through LG - they had my phone for about two weeks.
Like I said though, the issue is back..

as i was going to buy the korean version without warranty... I think it is not a wise decision to do that seeing so many issues with the lg g2 screen... I am disappointed as this phone looked like my ideal phone with ideal screen size (not too big, not too small) with a good camera... but I don't want to take a risk on the screen issue.. I have the htc desire and it has issue with multitouch and it is very frustrating (can't even rotate on gmaps) ... I don't want this again lol

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I was going to do that with TMO, but they wanted $19.99 "processing fee" or something ridiculous. On top of that, I'd get a refurb device. I ended up going through LG - they had my phone for about two weeks.
Like I said though, the issue is back..
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That's weird. I only had to pay $5 processing. The guy said because I was on the JUMP program. Also I got like super expedited shipping for free. I suppose I may have gotten a refurb but a refurb I better than a broken phone. I just hope this doesn't happen again...
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[Q] Thinking about getting a G2... thoughts?

Hi, I hope it is ok to post this question here....
So I drowned my HTC One X today and, looking at prices, I came across the G2 which isn't all that much more expensive than the discontinued HTC. I guess that's because there's the new G3 but that one is way too big for me.
What are you general thoughts on this phone, are there problems I should know about, hardware of LG support wise? I never owned an LG mobile before nor do I think I know anyone that does. Also, and I swear I tried to google all this stuff out before posting, but is the international version of the phone the AT&T one?
Cheers!

Kutusov said:
Hi, I hope it is ok to post this question here....
So I drowned my HTC One X today and, looking at prices, I came across the G2 which isn't all that much more expensive than the discontinued HTC. I guess that's because there's the new G3 but that one is way too big for me.
What are you general thoughts on this phone, are there problems I should know about, hardware of LG support wise? I never owned an LG mobile before nor do I think I know anyone that does. Also, and I swear I tried to google all this stuff out before posting, but is the international version of the phone the AT&T one?
Cheers!
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I've owned a couple LGs now. Before my G2 I had an Optimus G Pro. The g2 is definitely a beast of a device. Screen issues do exist though, and they're not very uncommon. My buddy's screen actually got the flickering issue earlier tonight right before my eyes. I've never had an issue and I highly recommend this phone, but I'm sure other owners would try their best to steer you away from the g2 simply because of issues that LG released the phone with. Its really up to you though. Hope my input has aided in your final decision
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Nigglenuts said:
Hope my input has aided in your final decision
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Yes it did, at least now I'll try to find out how prevalent those problems are or hw far along the line that sort of thing might happen. The HTC had what I'm assuming is the same issue, plus problems with the wifi antenna but seemed to be something restricted to the ones made on their factory in China.
Well, I have the weekend to figure it out and, meanwhile, I'll use a Nokia 6300 I found o the back of a drawer Gods, do I feel naked without a smartphone
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Edit: So I managed to get a used one for a good price out of ebay and it was pretty much out of desperation. It's an 802 so I'm hoping I don't have to deal with the restrictions of a carrier specific model which I tried to read on, only to decide I don't want to go through again like I had on the HTC.
Thanks guys!

Kutusov said:
Yes it did, at least now I'll try to find out how prevalent those problems are or hw far along the line that sort of thing might happen. The HTC had what I'm assuming is the same issue, plus problems with the wifi antenna but seemed to be something restricted to the ones made on their factory in China.
Well, I have the weekend to figure it out and, meanwhile, I'll use a Nokia 6300 I found o the back of a drawer Gods, do I feel naked without a smartphone
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Edit: So I managed to get a used one for a good price out of ebay and it was pretty much out of desperation. It's an 802 so I'm hoping I don't have to deal with the restrictions of a carrier specific model which I tried to read on, only to decide I don't want to go through again like I had on the HTC.
Thanks guys!
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Enjoy man. She's a beast and I'm sure you'll love it :cyclops:
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Why has this phone been discontinued?

I just left the T-Mobile store to find out that this device has been discontinued anyone know why? I was really planning on getting one and i havent really seen much online about why it was discontinued can someone tell me the issue this phone has or reasons i should turn away or get it.

Leronzo said:
I just left the T-Mobile store to find out that this device has been discontinued anyone know why? I was really planning on getting one and i havent really seen much online about why it was discontinued can someone tell me the issue this phone has or reasons i should turn away or get it.
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I dunno say new line of smart phones? S8, S8+ and Note 8..

Meemo23 said:
I dunno say new line of smart phones? S8, S8+ and Note 8..
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Maybe, but the lady said something about the battery and other problems

Leronzo said:
Maybe, but the lady said something about the battery and other problems
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She's been smoking crack then.
Just time for new phones. The Pixel has already been discontinued as well. At least here by carriers in Canada.

its normal when they release new line of phone...