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[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] PseudoBob:
Wow - old thread is old.

Hi! I'm a noob. Well, technically, I'm not; I just haven't been back here in many years since I first started poking at registries and editing the old wikis (now defunct, horribly broken, etc.), and finally needing to get work done and thus not wanting to play with my WM device very much and switched to Android not too long ago. But given this huge gap, I might as well be designated a noob now so I watched the introduction video (how awesome is that thing?). And one of the things it says is to use google, search, etc. Well, I've done all that (almost, still browsing this forum section and going through a different forum's software announcements, but I've seen more of Handango, pocketpcfreeware, freewarepocketpc and those lot than I'm willing to see again (thankfully, most of them have RSS feeds)), and narrowed down the list of several thousands of apps to... well, still quite a bit more than 100.

So another thing the video suggests is to find similar threads and read those. Here's the thing, though... those also tend to be old. I could find a thread that speaks highly of cLaunch even though people have moved on from that to SPB and then Androkkid or, etc. The best part is - it's almost impossible to untangle! It doesn't help that a lot of software announcements don't even mention what they're compatible with :)

( Nor that announcements also happen in the 'Windows Mobile Software Development' section. )

I still have to try the XDA Market (is it or is it not dead? The thread is stale. Did I mention the untangling issues already? oh yes, one paragraph back.), but it would definitely be nice if there were a place where those of you who still play with WM devices could discuss apps and come to some sort of consensus as to what 'the best apps' are. I do specifically mention that in plural because I know from my earlier days, and from reading a few threads last week, that people still ask "what is the best X app?" only to be met with "depends on your preferences" which is certainly true but there's always some apps that are going to be significantly better than others.

So here's my dilemma... do I hijack one of the existing threads (as I'm sort of doing now, but please don't see this post as my asking about apps - I'll do a proper post where I detail the apps I've got listed already, my preferences, etc.) or do I start a new thread?

And, of course, in the mean time... if there already is such a consensus-on-app-worthiness list that isn't 2 years old, where might I find it?

Again, not asking for input on apps - just some pointers on where to look, specifically, after having already 'google[d] it'. Then perhaps the next poor sod that comes along and has the same question has a better idea of where to go after his/her brain is filled with app references.

*resumes reading this forum section, then the 'Windows Mobile Software Development' section, and then that other forum*
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] p107r0:
Given the number of xda members, threads and posts, searching for any info here can be indeed painful, frustrating and often fruitless. I generally prefer google over xda search, but with search results limited to xda forums, so - assuming we search for e.g. "cool WM apps", the search string will look like this:

cool WM apps site:xdaforums.com

I know it's not a big help, still, the OP question was sooooo general, I mean, for some the cool app will be SpaceTime for WM, while for others it might be Crayon Physics....
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] PseudoBob:
Went back here to update my post - hadn't expected a reply, thanks! ( yes, I did press the button, noob-introduction-video! ;) )

Yeah, I did that - but that's a pretty hit-or-miss method at best.. there's a bunch of posts that say something looks like a cool app and that they'll download it and "have a think about it" (broken English ftw) - then they come back saying it doesn't work on their device (WM2003 for a WM6 app) :rolleyes:

That's why I'm just going over all of the forum pages (got time to burn - that's why I'm poking at the old WM device to begin with.. it had been collecting dust) :)

Anyway, the update I was going to make was just to mention that 'XDA Market' does look pretty dead-ish (nothing recent in there, what's in there is a fraction of what's available, and it sure likes to crash a lot). It also looks almost exactly like what I'd need.. I'll have to remember that when I hit its thread here and encourage the devs to pick it up again.
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] p107r0:
not surprising, given that most of the hardcore HD2 users jumped ship to android, sooner or later WM will be as popular as Palm OS is now, anyway, if your're looking for an app to perform specific tasks, just ask, there is a chance someone might know something
[Windows Mobile Apps and Games] PseudoBob:
Yeah - just a shame, really.. there's lots of WM devices floating around still that can still find use.

I know, possibly the best use of them is disassembly, re-use where possible (too bad the screens are always undocumented or there would be plenty of Arduino guys with interest in at least that component) and recycle the rest.

But I'm giving the poor thing one last while to shine before doing that (probably the next time I get a new phone, I'll give the store this one).

A functional 'XDA Market' would definitely have helped with that.

I wouldn't blame them if they did abandon it, though.. even Microsoft abandoned their own Windows Mobile market even while WP7 isn't available globally yet, and Windows 8-on-mobile is is sure to kill the WP7 store, too. They're good like that.

I'll open a new thread (I guess is the best option) when I'm ready for it - right now there's still plenty of hidden gems tucked away in these forums that I'll go to, first :)
[HTC Inspire 4G] dyliho:
Hello Tech Peeps, I was wondering if anyone could please point me in the direction of a flashable zip for radio 12.54.cd.cd.26.xx.xx..11_M2

I have 26.06.06.30_M and don't quite have the signal or battery life I saw previously. However, I cannot get Android SDK to download on my P.C. there fore need a radio package I can flash from bootloader. I have renamed every radio link I can find (26.09.04.11_M2) and no dice... If there isn't a link - would any tech guru feel up to the challenge of creating a flashable zip package for this radio? I have successfully flashed three radios from bootloader - but cannot figure out what I am missing here. Any help or links would be greatly appreciated.

P.S. I have looked thru the desire/inspire radio links, and read everything I can. Just don't know what else to.do... Is there an app for that!? Peace...

-MyPocketWizard-
[HTC Inspire 4G] XAviierG:
Is the one you want In this thread?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1002226
[HTC Inspire 4G] dyliho:
Actually no. Hold on and I will try to find a link. However - those ARE the radios that I can flash via bootloader. I don't know what the difference is, but I cannot manage to flash any other radios from any other threads... Give me a quick second, and thanks...

-MyPocketWizard-

I am using the radio from the second post by OP in that thread you linked.
[HTC Inspire 4G] dyliho:
Ok Xaviier - the radio I need is in this link - the one released on April 28. The last radio link I believe. TheThe last numbers are 26.09.04.11_M2. Any help at all man would be killer... Need any other info?

-MyPocketWizard-
[HTC Inspire 4G] david032766:
Dyliho you can get the radio already in a PD98IMG.zip file from the link in my signature there is also a link to the ril's
[HTC Inspire 4G] Doo Doo:
Radio 12.54.60.25 26.09.04.11 M2 (PD98IMG.zip) --> http://www.mediafire.com/?1q8c4fzszfnk2cr

RIL 12.54.60.25 26.09.04.11 M2 --> http://www.mediafire.com/?huq350tk1fakrsu
[HTC Inspire 4G] dyliho:
Thanks David and DooDoo. Gonna charge up and copy to the root of my SD card, and hopefully this will work. I spent three hours downloading Android SDK - then had to download a Java deal, and still couldn't get SDK to install. I hope this works, and thanks again. Will post back results later... Peace

-MyPocketWizard-

I believe my current RIL is the one this new radio will use. 2.2.0013 or close...

Thanks again.
[HTC Inspire 4G] Doo Doo:
no problem your welcome

the RIL for the radio is 2.2.0131 (Mar 18 2011, 00:40:15)
[HTC Inspire 4G] dyliho:
WINNING!!!! Beast!!

Man, if you only knew how many times I have attempted to flash radios thru bootloader and failed you would pity me. Hell YES!!! Out of curiosity, do you have any idea why some radios are flashable - obviously renaming them PD98IMG doesn't work. Freaking Sweetness.

My RIL thru terminal emulator says 2.2.0131 so I guess I am finally set. Two weeks I have been working on getting my **** straight, and here we are. Now I can properly evaluate my battery life and what not. Thanks again guys. And I bookmarked the page you linked for me David, so I can maybe help out any other noobs who run into this predicament. Thanks upon Thanks guys....

-MyPocketWizard-
[HTC Inspire 4G] david032766:
Glad to ......I am still learning alot about this stuff myself :D
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] malicenfz:
I'm trying to update to official 2.2 to return the phone to warranty but its not updating. The progress bar gets to about 3/4 of the way then it says the upgrade could not be completed. Anyone know why?
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EnemyOfGlaDOS:
did you get the phone with stock 2.2? If not I would just flash back to stock jf6 as that erases any trace of custom ROMs (from what I've read).. and even if the phone came with 2.2 it may not matter if they get it back and it's 2.1. Beats me, just a thought.
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] BWolf56:
They don't keep track of what version the phone was on when it was sent. Simply use Odin3 one clck downloader and it will clear everything that would void your waranty.
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] EnemyOfGlaDOS:
I didn't think so but wasn't sure.. thanks for clarifying :-)
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] malicenfz:
Nvm i went they didnt do anything wasted an hour of my life and then i called the warranty number and got a replacement on the way in 10 minutes
[Acer Iconia A500] cajl:
See that

http://thisismynext.com/2011/05/17/asus-acer-honeycomb-tablets-android-3-1-june/
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] szajba25:
I have terrible battery drain issues, i can watch the battery level go down in minutes.

If anyone has solutions please can you post them in this thread or PM me

Be forgiving I'm new :)
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bruce Lee:
What's the baseband on your phone and/or are you running the custom kernal on your phone also?

What's the brightness level on the phone, apps running, or gps and wifi running too. All those can interfer with the battery.
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] szajba25:
Lowest brightness, baseband .58 from the basebands topic, no wifi/bt/gps, no apps whatsoever
[XPERIA X10 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bird40:
battery

Try the following:

1) charge the battery to 100 %

2) reboot-> xRecovery-> Advanced options-> Wipe battery stats

3) reboot
[Thunderbolt General] JWise1203:
I am trying to use the following adapter to allow me to use headphones and a seperate MIC on my TB:

Headset Buddy: PC Headset to 3.5mm Smartphone Adapter

Amazon.com - /gp/product/B002SK66OY

It's not working for me. I am on BAMF Remix 1.63

Any thoughts?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] spicyXT:
Hi!

I have an unlocked, rooted Motorola SPICE XT300 from CHINA. It doesn't have Android Market on it (Market is banned in China for some reason?) so I was told that I need to flash my phone with the Canadian Mobilicity firmware since it comes with Market.

If I understand correctly, I need an update.zip file from someone's Mobilicity SPICE XT300. Then I would need to save the update.zip to my SD card and load it from the Recovery Boot option.

Is this right? If so, could someone please post an update.zip for Mobilicity?

Thanks!!! :)

K
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] jorlando:
Yes, there is an update.zip for the XT300.

I don't know how to post it here, please send a PM with an email so I can send you a link.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] renesp:
This link renesp.com.br/files/diversos/xt300/rsp_images. tar .bz2 points to a file with boot.img, recovery.img and system.img from a Spice XT300 from Brazil (firmware SESLA_U3_01.72.0). The complete tutorial that shows how to generate the system.img is here renesp.com.br/diversos/13-spice-xt300-motorola-android-recovery-recuperacao-fastboot-systemimg (it was written in portuguese by me...)

Update: Actually the system.img it's for SESLA_U3_01.44.4.
[Thunderbolt Themes and Apps] swimminsurfer256:
Well I searched around the forum to see if anyone had posted something like this but haven't found it. There were a few people who complained about flash videos/Hulu not working in the CM7 thread for the brand new CM7 release.

It does work (stock browser) if you go "More->Settings->Select User Agent" and change it to like Linux Desktop or IE6. Still running Flash 10.3 as well. I also clicked on the first ad when it came up. Some of the ads don't work (black screen with audio) but that didn't bother me much.

If someone else has already posted this or it wasn't a real problem then sorry for the post!

On a bad note, if you think this new release drained your battery before watching hulu....
[Thunderbolt Themes and Apps] toebee76:
Are you running a hacked version of flash or the market version? Comes up as not supported for me on the market version.
[Thunderbolt Themes and Apps] swimminsurfer256:
This one:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1010606
[Thunderbolt Themes and Apps] toebee76:
Thanks
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
Good afternoon everyone.

I'm trying to upgrade my Xoom (only WIFI) from 3.0.1 to 3.1, but I'm having a little difficulty in understanding some steps.

Looking at the link: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1074609 I did not understand how to perform the steps (especially the 1, 2 and 3).

Could anyone help me how?
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Have you already rooted your Xoom using the instructions in this thread

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1011196

And have you ever rooted an android device before? If not I would strongly suggest reading up on it in Portuguese before attempting to do anything. You could easily break your Xoom if you mess up a step or don't understand the rooting vocabulary!

English is my first language and it still took me a while to figure out what the hell these guys were talking about...
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
Hi hatworthy, thks for you advices and information.

I believe I have an intermediate level of English, but unfortunately some tutorials (initially) does not have a complete description of all steps. What makes it difficult for the person who is starting.

I have other devices which already do unlocks and updates officials and homebrew, but android is my first contact.

I saw two method to rooted XOOM. First one use a lot of command (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1010568) and the second use 1-click. Each two works perfectly?

Thks a lot again.
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Yeah, I don't doubt that you're capable of having a conversation in English, but these guys aren't really speaking English! Like you noticed, there's a lot of 'assumed knowledge' in these threads, which is why it's best to brush up on the terminology before starting.

But, if you want to fire ahead, the one click method is your best bet. Make sure you select wifi from the menu in the program.

The problem with all the current upgrade methods is that they will replace your software with the US version. That version only includes English and Spanish language files. So just be aware of that before you do anything...
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
Hi. :D

Apologies for not having put a smile on my previous sentence. :D

I know you're not doubting my ability to communicate in English and I am grateful to have you understand me and answering my questions.

I already did get all files and arriving in my home I will try do rooted by one click process.

After make the root process, to update just put the files on sd card?
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Well, after you've rooted your Xoom and downloaded the files to an SD card, you'll need to download clockworkmod (Rom Manager) from the Android market.

When you've done that, open Rom Manager and select 'Flash ClockworkMod Recovery' (should already be flashed but doesn't hurt to make sure).

Then choose 'reboot into recovery' (this recovery menu is where you'll be flashing/installing your zip files)

To flash a zip in recovery just choose 'install zip from sdcard' and then select 'choose zip from sd card'

And just follow the instructions in the first link you posted. Should be fine.

If you're looking for a Portuguese language file to flash later, you might be able to get one from somebody with a Euro Xoom.

edit: Forgot to mention, this will wipe all data on your Xoom. So back up anything you want to keep.
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
Thks again.

Just be clear.

1) Root

2) Download zip files and put on sd card

3) Install Clockworkmod (android market or by this way: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1074979)

In this step I have I doubt: whatever market or via install manually?​

4) run Rom Manager and select 'Flash ClockworkMod Recovery'

5) choose 'reboot into recovery'

6) just choose 'install zip from sdcard' and then select 'choose zip from sd card'

6.1) select and apply first: new_recovery (will restart? If restarting the reruns Rom manager?)

6.2) select and apply HMJ37_HC3.1_Both_Models_BRDizzled.zip (same doubt, will restart?)

6.3) select bootloader_patch_3.1.zip​

7) The step 5 "Return to main menu. Do a "wipe data/factory reset" " in link previously is necessary? Does not is very risky to do this and delete the system partition instead of the sd card?
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Yeah, you've got the order right, but I'll just answer the parts that weren't clear:

Install it from the market first. The Market version of recovery is version 3.0.2.5. You need version 3.0.2.8

but..

Step 1 of the update thread in your first post will install 3.0.2.8 for you.

The only instructions and downloads you need are in your 3.1 update thread and the one-click root thread. Don't worry about any other threads. Don't even look at any other threads! :D

Yes. You have to manually select reboot from the menu. When it's fully rebooted, open Rom Manager again and select 'reboot into recovery' again.

DO NOT RESTART THIS TIME.

After you apply the HMJ37_HC3.1_Both_Models_BRDizzled.zip you have to immediately do step 3:

Do not restart here either.

Step 5:

Yeah I think it is necessary. Note that the 'main menu' he's talking about is the main recovery menu, not the settings menu on your Xoom.

This will all be way more obvious when you actually see the recovery menu.

The factory reset will delete all user info, apps etc stored on the Xoom. It won't delete your SD card and it won't damage the Xoom in any way.

When you restart you will have Android 3.1 (US version) installed.

If there's anything else that's not clear, just ask. I'll keep an eye on the thread.
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
In part "Yes. You have to manually select reboot from the menu." this option is in menu of recovery menu/rom manager?

But isn't safe remove/don't use micro sd card instead of "erase". I've seen several reports of brick because of wrong partition deleted.

--------------------------------

COMPLETE TUTORIAL

--------------------------------

Please, check if this tutorial is complete and add any information that you believe is relevant:

1) Root (by this thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1010568 or http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1078019 or http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1011196 (One Click)

2) Download zip files (this thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1074609) and put on MicroSD card

3) Install Clockworkmod by Android market or by this way: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1074979

4) Run Rom Manager and select 'Flash ClockworkMod Recovery'

5) Choose 'reboot into recovery'

6) Just choose 'install zip from sdcard' and then select 'choose zip from sd card'

6.1) select and apply first: new_recovery.zip (You have to manually select reboot from the menu. When it's fully rebooted, open Rom Manager again and select 'reboot into recovery' again.)

6.2) select and apply HMJ37_HC3.1_Both_Models_BRDizzled.zip (DO NOT RESTART THIS TIME.)

6.3) select and apply bootloader_patch_3.1.zip (DO NOT RESTART THIS TIME.)

7) The step 5 "Return to main menu. Do a "wipe data/factory reset"

8) Reboot

9) Enjoy Honeycomb 3.1
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Yeah, the reboot option is in the recovery menu.

Like I said, it will be very obvious when you actually see the recovery menu. It's very clear and simple.

As far as I know, this method is safe. I did it myself on Saturday. As long as you follow each instruction exactly, you'll be fine.

The factory reset basically just deletes the user information and resets the software. It's exactly the same as resetting from the Honeycomb settings menu.

Here's your updated instructions list:

One word of warning... the update to 3.1 part is easy, but the rooting is more complicated and the method is experimental and isn't perfect yet.

I have a UK wifi Xoom. The Brazilian wifi Xoom should be the same as the UK and US, but I don't know that for sure and I can't guarantee it. As always, rooting is done at your own risk

edit: sorry your list wasn't there when I wrote my post, but it's basically the same as what I've written... can't see any problems.
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
^ Updated my instructions to include relevant links
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
Ok. thks, thks and thks

I'll follow the tutorial. And if everything works well I will divulge this tutorial.

-=-=-=-=--=-=

And we close with a golden key, how to do the rollback? ie return to 3.0.1, unroot, unlock, un-every. : D
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Good question. And the answer is: I don't know, I've never done it!

However, I do know that Motorola haven't released the official software for the non-U.S. Xooms. The only official software available right now is the U.S. version.

So you might not be able to go back to your original software until Motorola releases it. I don't know when (or if) that will happen...

PS It's 23:20 here in the land of GMT so tech support is now offline for the night
[Xoom General] rod.gui:
Good afternoon my friend.

I do not care to return to version 3.0.1 U.S.

If I returned to version 3.0.1 (U.S.) and Motorola Brazil to release the official version 3.1 Brazil, XOOM would normally update (OTA)?
[Xoom General] hatworthy:
Unfortunately the answer to that is no.

Updates are region specific. US 3.0.1 can only get the US 3.1 update. UK models can only get UK updates... and so on. Same for Brazil.

If you want the Brazilian 3.1 update you'll have to wait. You could contact Motorola in Brazil and ask them when it's being released.
[HTC Sensation] xnifex:
For all of you current Android users, besides xda, what sites do you go to to read up on Android? Where do you get your news, reviews, & all of that stuff?

I go to pocketnow & engadget but I've noticed there are quite a few sites out there that are dedicated to just Android. I'd like to know some of the more popular ones so I can maybe add it to my list of frequented sites.

Thanks
[HTC Sensation] :
I really don't call engadget a reliable site they do things with android phones that a normal person wouldn't do. Like play music while recording a video in 1080p and says the sound is horrible. Usually phonedog, smartphone envy sometimes and tech buffalo. Usually have good reviews of the phone.
[HTC Sensation] chowster:
Android Central is good. Check it out :)
[HTC Sensation] DeezNotes:
I check Phandroid because they're local to me, Droid-Life because they'll sometimes do an article on an app that's cool, Pocketnow, Engadget and sometimes Android Centeral or Android Police depending on who the source is for articles I care about. Also, T-Mo News when I want to see what's up with the Sensation :)