yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[HTC Sensation] philliman:
Lol @ that 3D gallery. I hated it on my MT4G and this gallery is cool IMO. Didn't like Touch Wiz on the Vibrant or Sense on the MT4G........flashed a 3.0 rom and loved it. So I bought a Sensation. I'm just curious to know why buy something you already know you don't like? To each their own.
[Optimus One, P500, V General] YouArePoop:
Just installed link2sd earlier (formatted partition as ext3). Wanted to flash a different rom. Trying to backup my phone, and clockworkmod tells me it can't mount sd-ext. Anyone know a reason and/or work around?
[Optimus One, P500, V General] mihir287:
I think CWM works only with ext4 partition AFAIK. So, you can re-partition your sd card to a ext4 partition using CWM, or you can format the ext partition only to ext4 using a computer.
[Optimus One, P500, V General] bigsupersquid:
which version of CWM have you got?

3.0.2.4, which I've used for a while now, always tries to back up my 6GB ext2 debian partition unless I remember to change cards first. no way I leave room in the vfat partition to back up that much data.

I'll put it up on 4shared if you want it.
[Optimus One, P500, V General] YouArePoop:
Guess when I get home I'll copy the contents to computer, reformat, and copy back. Hopefully link2sd will notice the formatting has changed and reset itself
[Optimus One, P500, V General] YouArePoop:
Doesn't work with extra either. Version 3.2.0.1 I believe it was.

Guess it doesn't really matter, can just use titanium since its all app stuff on there anyways...
[Optimus One, P500, V General] punkmaxx:
i use CWM to back up my 512MB ext2 partition for my data2ext all the time (with the rest of the backup) and it seems to have no problem, and just to check i just mounted the partition in mounts and storage and it mounts fine. I know some recoveries ive used in the past on other phones would have problems with partitions that were not in 64-128-256-512-1024 MB, etc. format because of block size issue errors that i would get (when mounting or trying to set block size to 4096). I also found that when partitoning/formatting to ext2/3/4 some programs do not properly write the drive formatting and certain systems/recoveries/apps could not properly read them on the android. the best most consistent (android friendly) formats that i have gotten to date were in ubuntu (or any other) linux using "gparted". It seemed to always be the best and usually better than the format done by the phone recovery. Hope this helps. Sorry to drone on and on.
[Optimus One, P500, V General] YouArePoop:
Partitioned originally with gparted. Have since resized to be 2048, and set its label to 'sd-ext'. Now instead of getting an error saying sd-ext might not be supported on my device, it just gives me a generic 'error mounting sd-ext'
[Optimus One, P500, V General] bigsupersquid:
I've had ext partition mounting problems before, I'm not sure if the cause is something to do with vold or what, but

after unmounting a sd card to exchange it with another one, it changes the device partitions in /dev/block like

/dev/block/mmcblk1p2

for the sd-ext partition instead of the normal

/dev/block/mmcblk0p2

you can see if this has happened by

ls /dev/block

in adb shell.

to mount it manually, if the numbering is off,

mount /dev/block/mmcblk1p2 /sd-ext

I've only had this happen with android running, but it might work in recovery too
[Optimus One, P500, V General] YouArePoop:
Switched over to using data2ext. Mounts the 2nd partition as the /data partition instead of /sd-ext. Can manually mount 2nd as /sd-ext from within rom, but it doesn't carry over to recovery.

A possible solution... Create a symbolic link pointing /sd-ext to the 2nd partition? But then again, since /data now points to 2nd partition, is recovery picking up on that unknowingly and backing up the 2nd's contents when it thinks its backing up the normal /data?

I suppose I should investigate.

Edit: Yep it does backup the 2nd partition, thankfully. Just tried to install a theme made in UOT Kitchen, it borked some stuff, and the restore worked.
[Eee Pad Transformer Themes and Apps] cyberbillp:
Anyone get the new video app to play market rentals? Mine keeps saying "failed to fetch license (error 12)".
[Eee Pad Transformer Themes and Apps] Tortel1210:
Are you rooted? It blocks rooted devices
[Eee Pad Transformer Themes and Apps] cyberbillp:
not rooted

Yea, I know about that. :-(

No, not rooted.
[HTC Sensation] HTC Customer:
I have owned the sensation for 3 weeks and have had random problems that most have reported. Screen responsiveness, occassional connection problems, lag, unable to spin the carousel, and other little issues. I exchanged my first Sensation and now having the same issues with this one.

I was doing some thinking and after reading a zillion forums decided to try something. I downloaded the stock rom (ruu file) and reinstalled the rom file. I did not enter my google info during set-up. I went into privacy settings and unchecked back-up and restore options. I then entered my google account only.

So far my phone is running MUCH BETTER and VERY responsive. I can carousel EASILY!!!! It's like a new phone. WHAT A DIFFERENCE!!!!

I have not added any apps OR any other type of social networking stuff. And I also shut-off that Tmobile contact sync.

Might be worth a shot for some of you.....:D

I will update this thread and let all of you know how its working.....
[HTC Sensation] jrwingate6:
I told people about this when I first git the phone but everyone was like....."how would that effect anything". It does because I've done this on 4 different Sensations and all of them ran slower after it loaded all of my settings automatically. On each of them, I disabled the restore settings feature and imputed my Google info after disabling this and every phone was more responsive. I don't understand why but I'm glad someone else noticed it.
[HTC Sensation] HTC Customer:
I think that most of the problems that people are reporting with the Sensation are software problems. It seems as the phones get faster they also get much more complicated and in my opinion, the manufactures are pushing out phones before the software has been fully tested and evaluated IN THE REAL WORLD!!!

They seem to lose sight that quality is MORE important then a deadline. If you can't do it right...don't do it!!!!

But instead they hype us up with slick marketing and make us go crazy buying their phones that are not ready to be released. Then we exchange/return until the buyers remorse period has passed and then we are stuck with a device that does not live up to the nearly $600 that we paid. Yes WE ALL PAY FOR IT.....if you think that you paid $148 for your Sensation,,,, please look at your MONTHLY bill.

It's not just HTC or Tmobile. It's Apple, MS, LG, ATT, Verizon, etc.....

Im very confident that the Sensation will eventually work as designed and marketed....I just hate that I'm a sucker!!!! I'm an early adopter and this is the price I pay because I have no patience!!!:D

Now that I ranted...try the rom reinstall so far my phone works flawlessly. As I have said before...its like I have a new phone....the Sensation 2....:p
[HTC Sensation] The Radius Kid:
Interesting.

I didn't think about turning those off.

Tried it...seems to improve things a bit.

Good thing you didn't title your thread..."I Think I *May* Have Discovered Something".:)
[HTC Sensation] nugzo:
I've re-installed with the ruu multiple times and it didnt fix anything, no improvement. I've had 4 sensations, first 3 had the touchscreen issue, the 4th i'm only 2 days in and it hasn't messed up yet, its about time though. There are a hundred different things people have done to temporarily fix their problems, most aren't reproducible. Thats what is so strange about this phone. I've had the touchscreen become responsive like new a few times, just like others, and we are always trying to figure out what we did to make it work. I think its a coincidence when it starts working, thats why there are sooo many different posted solutions.. (only talking about touchscreen issues here)
[HTC Sensation] HTC Customer:
hmmmm.....How did you re-install? via PC or from SD card?:confused:
[HTC Sensation] undercover:
Hmmm.... Why get a smartphone then?

Hope it works for you mate, but I can bet that touch screen issue will be back.
[HTC Sensation] HTC Customer:
Im trying to see if any of the problems would return while the phone was completely stock. I kept it app free for 24 hours and it has worked great...no problems.

I just added a bunch of apps late last night and so far it has continued to run great. I will keep testing and adding more until I get back to the way I normally use my phone.

So far...i can spin the carousel very easily, screen is still responsive, no connection issues as of yet, and my battery has lasted over 24 hours and it still has over 50% of its charge!!

No social networking yet...I usually have Facebook, Twitter, and recently google+. I'm saving those for last since I suspect those might be some of the problem.

I did add all of my email accounts and my exchange account. So far it's still great!

:)
[HTC Sensation] rockky:
When you say reinstall do you mean do a factory reset?
[HTC Sensation] HTC Customer:
I downloaded the stock Rom and flashed via my pc. Took about 5 or 10th minutes. So far it has worked for me. It's been 48 hours and I have not had a return of any of the problems I had before.
[HTC Sensation] nugzo:
Yes, i used this RUU_Pyramid_TMOUS_1.29.531.2_Radio_10.42.9007.00P_10.11.9007.15_M_release_193714_signed from my computer. I've also done factory reset from recovery as well as from Settings, SD & Phone storage--Factor data reset. All appear to look like the exact same state as when new, just unboxed. I would think that if it was a software issue that one of those methods would fix it everytime, since it worked wonderfully when new in that same configuration.

But when you look at it another way ..If it was Hardware, why wouldnt it do it as soon as you turn it on, brand new? Why does it take a few days? So far this 4th phone has ran longer than the others, no problems yet. It's loaded with tons of software and no bloat removal and its still the fastest phone ive ever used. Damn i hope it stays that way...
[HTC Sensation] HTC Customer:
This is my last attempt to fix these issues. All three phones, my two and my wifes sensation, all have the death grip issue. And that alone is a very big design flaw. I can kill WiFi with just place my finger along the back top edge of the phone. It really becomes a problem watching videos. As soon as hold the phone on the WiFi antenna side, WiFi drops.

Thinking of returning and getting the mytouch 4g slide. Basically same specs just smaller screen.
[HTC Sensation] rockky:
You mind linkin' me the site for the download? Sorry if it's been listed already.

Thanks
[Captivate Accessories] bulletproof1013:
Quick razorblade case mod for extended battery.rough cut
[Captivate Accessories] nuwan32:
why waste such and expensive case? why not just buy a $3 case from ebay and cut that instead?
[Captivate Accessories] xhozt:
cause a 3$ case protects like a 3$ case ...
[Captivate Accessories] bulletproof1013:
I just posted it...doesn't mean u have to do it..I like otterbox protection..and a otterbox isn't that expensive to me.
[Captivate Accessories] Miami_Son:
Uhm, there's an accessories subforum for this kind of thing.
[Captivate Accessories] boborone:
I suppose you could buy me one then.
[Captivate Accessories] BenKranged:
So the battery door can get scratched with this setup? Great protection.
[Captivate Accessories] FridayJ:
There are NO other cases out there, that will protect the batt door/cover. I've been searching and so far haven't found any! To the OP, did you do measurements or just eyeball where you would cut? I just received a two piece snap together case, and have been trying to figure out how to go about modifying it!
[Captivate Accessories] imb951:
Cool, I have the Commuter on my Cappy as well. I'm still trying to find an extended battery to fit under the stock door, but this is good to know in case I end up getting the 3500mah ebay brick. I think if I try this I will put the case on a work bench, pencil the cut, and use a dremel with a cutting wheel...
[Captivate Accessories] monkeyjumbo:
omg that poor baby otter :P
[Captivate Accessories] Tankmetal:
Dosent matter if Extended battery door gets scratched. If I ever sell my phone I would put the stock cover back on.
[Captivate Accessories] TwinkyOfHope:
I guess it wouldn't be too bad if you used a dremel. Cutting my case is the only thing holding me back from getting an extended battery. My phone has taken some gnarly falls in my commuter case. Still in awesome condition though!
[Captivate Accessories] sinichi21:
hmm is there any way for us to cut the case smoothly? any special procedure? i tried moding my case before and ended up with uneven cuts xD im using the zagg full body protection now but its starting to peel which annoys me and want to mod another case any help to get cut smoothly would be appreciated
[Captivate Accessories] ewingr:
Which Otterbox case is that? Is it somewhat rigid, or is it more like a silicone case?
[Captivate Accessories] StaticMatt:
Otterbox Commuter. It has 2 layers, a soft rubbery inner layer which is surrounded by a hard plastic outer shell. I personally feel very comfortable with the Commuter, I drop it all the time knowing that phone is well protected.
[Captivate Accessories] ewingr:
Thanks.

Hmmm....I wonder how hard it would be to make the same mod to an Otterbox Defender. I want to have on that will mount on a belt clip holster.

Actually, as you were able to do it with the plastic layer for the Commuter, I don't see why I couldn't do it with the Defender. I may give it a try.
[Captivate Accessories] StaticMatt:
Check this out. :)

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=12429190&postcount=99
[Captivate Accessories] ewingr:
Thank! Looks about perfect.

Have one on order.
[Captivate Accessories] sinichi21:
any idea how to cut the commuter smoothly? I dont think my box cutter can handle it >,<
[Captivate Accessories] erbsmokah:
I would glue the rubber and the hard plastic backing onto the battery door then caulk around the edges for complete satisfaction!

I would also use black caulk, everyone loves black caulk!
[Samsung Mesmerize] garretts228:
I tried just replacing a camera.apk for my showcase and now it doesnt show up. Can anyone post a stock camera.apk to put on 2.3.4. The one that comes on cm7 doesnt have autofocus and looks like crap.
[Samsung Mesmerize] add144:
It does have autofocus....and photos look just fine...
[Samsung Mesmerize] akellar:
Not possible - stock uses TW
[Samsung Mesmerize] garretts228:
Oh :/ well can anyone help me fix my camera app then? ^.^
[Samsung Mesmerize] akellar:
Sure - reflash the rom
[Samsung Mesmerize] garretts228:
Looks like im not going to have a camera for a long time.
[Samsung Mesmerize] scarmon25:
What is keeping you from reflashing

Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
[Samsung Mesmerize] scarmon25:
Here is the camera from CM7. Just past into system/app with root explorer.

http://db.tt/N2K7BQQ

Tap-a-Talked from my CM7 Mesmerize.
[Samsung Mesmerize] sageDieu:
you could go into the zip file of the rom and get the Camera.apk at any time, no reflash needed for one small file. Just always make sure to set the permissions to rw-r--r-- for anything in /system/app.

Sent from my MIUI SCH-i500
[HTC Sensation] BigHunkoMan:
When clicking on the clock widget it opens to the world clock by default.

Is there a way to change this action so it will open to another option, say the alarm or the timer...?
[HTC Sensation] simply_rell:
nope theres no other way
[HTC Sensation] BigHunkoMan:
Yea the timer or alarm would be more frequently used for me than the world clock.

For me I'm not a jet setter!
[HTC Sensation] Kaitrin:
I found a work-around solution, but I'm pretty sure this will only work if you are rooted. I'm currently using an HTC Sensation 4G, running the Elegancia ROM. I use Root Explorer and SQLite Editor (both available in the Android store. They are not free, but well worth the price!)

Here's what I did:

Open data/data/com.htc.android.worldclock/databases

Open the carousel.db

Open the tasks table

Edit the is_removable field, changing the 0 to 1 for the World Clock and the Desk Clock

I then went into the Clock application, removed the World Clock and Desk Clock tabs, moved the alarm to the first slot, and when I re-opened, the alarm popped up first. I didn't try just reordering the various clocks with the World Clock and Desk Clock remaining in the tabs.

Hope this helps somebody!
[Acer Iconia A500] jose90804:
It's my first time on XDA so give me sum time if i mess up or something

I have a Blackberry Curve 3G I can use this as a 3G USB MODEM on a computer.

I have a Rooted Acer A500 WiFi only which has a standard USB 2.0 port which only supports usb mouse,usb keyboards or any thing the uses memory drives because i rooted my tablet.

I know it is possible to do this and has been done but only works with browser and i think gmail. Which is fine for me.

Can someone please help me buy posting some directions on how to do this step by step.
[Acer Iconia A500] n1nj4dude:
This hasnt been done for anything other than android and possibly (not sute about this one) iphones. But feel free to join the group here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1157488

And ps for future reference questions belong to general. Development is for developers and their work.
[HTC Desire S] slayer_x911:
Hello everyone

I've been looking for a video for the DS disassembly other than the one we already know about..

Here you go, a new video showing the whole disassembly/reassembly of the device, and yes it shows how to remove the top back cover :D

Enjoy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePMnP1TipIY
[HTC Desire S] Adidas108:
huh..this is so scary man :D
[HTC Desire S] amonrei:
That was interesting. :eek:
[HTC Desire S] InfernalByte:
That board is never going to work again, the conditions he is working are no where near clean enough, no overalls, he isn't grounded........
[HTC Desire S] pasan:
I'm pretty sure it's a she...
[HTC Desire S] InfernalByte:
Sorry I thought they were man boobs. :D
[HTC Desire S] Deleted member 4123551:
*eeeeeeeeek*
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Solanoantuna:
I am in New Zealand but my X5 came from the UK. There is an standard upgrade but most particularly I want to install the NZ 2degrees custom upgrade.

I have the upgrade from the MoDaCo site and have followed the instruction - both of the files, update.app and update_cust.app are unzipped and placed in the directory dload on the root of the SD card. So far so good. I start the phone with the Vol + Vol - and start button and the phone starts and goes to the pink screen. Then nothing happens at all, even after 30 minutes. Remove battery then restart the phone and it starts with the original firmware. But the strange thing is that both the update files are no longer under the dload directory. I have repeated this several times with the same result.

Help!!
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] katu2006:
Very strange...Have you tried going into recovery by pressing Vol+ and Power and wiping the phone and installing that through update firmware option?

If that doesn't work, replace the recovery.img file to get Clockwork recovery 4.0.0.5 and then try the same process.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Solanoantuna:
Thanks. I'm a genuine Noob which will probably be obvious from my questions. First, I assume that after recovery, any installed apps have to be reinstalled - is that right?

And second, does the bit about Clockwork recovery imply a rooted phone?
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] katu2006:
Yes, most of your apps will be lost, in less you backup your apps with Google...but even then, some of them will be lost...I know that from experience.

CW recovery is actually part of the rooting process. For all steps involved, have a look here:

http://android.modaco.com/topic/341011-ultimate-guide-to-the-huawei-u8800/
[Venue Pro General] azzeh3:
Hey,

I was planing on getting this phone due to how cheap it is and wanting to try wp7 out.

I read a lot of issues about the phone and kind of discouraged.

The big question I have is should I just wait and see what "if" any newer wp7 phones are coming to Tmobile or should I take the plunge.

Please be honest lol You'll be saving a life if this phone really is a hassel.
[Venue Pro General] Zurvv:
the problems with this phone are fixed via new firmware and mango (most likely) :)

if you waited this long you could wait for the next batch to come out (like the searay)

but if you want a keyboard - this is the phone to get. It is also mad cheap!

i picked one up even tho i already have a w7 phone and i plan to get the new nokia too. (but i'm crazy)
[Venue Pro General] magicsquid:
A lot of the problems are reportedly fixed by the new (.212) firmware, which is due out this week! There's a good write-up in the article below.

http://wmpoweruser.com/dell-venue-pro-users-new-fw-report/

My phone is very stable with wifi disabled i.e. no lockups or reboots in over 3 months. The wifi issue is apparently caused by a DMA conflict - the new firmware reportedly fixes this.

It's a very nice phone. I don't regret purchasing mine.

On the downside, the camera is relatively poor. It's also thicker than most phones as it has a (very good) hardware keyboard.

Your decision is whether to get an ageing phone (i.e. DVP) cheap or wait for the next generation devices. This is something you will have to decide for yourself ;)
[Venue Pro General] mechmouni:
Great phone...

1. Terrible camera

2. Low (read very) heatset volume

Hence spoils your upload to Facebook fun and also the the zune experience...

I honestly don't recommend this phone

Using .212 .... very stable with wifi
[Venue Pro General] aFo3262:
Strange. For me, headset volume has been very good using ue-18 pros. Very powerful at 15/30. However, my DVP is running old firmware(.105) and crashes alot. Like the device, but am still waiting for an update.
[Venue Pro General] magicsquid:
As mentioned by aFo3262, the type of headset / earbuds you have can also make a big difference.

I listen to my DVP on the underground using cheap Creative EP-630 earbuds and have never had a problem with the volume being too low. Earbuds that fit inside your ear often give the best volume. They also reduce noise leakage, as long as you have the right size rubber pads, so people around you don't hear what you're listening to.

These are the earbuds I used to use with my iPod. The iPod is louder - however, the DVP goes loud enough that I always leave my iPod at home :)

Thought I'd mention as I'm not sure how much Dell can / will do to increase the output of the earphone jack.
[Venue Pro General] Thunder_47:
You should not be using earphones playing music loudly to cover up other loud noises. You will destroy your ears. I am travelling in the UK and I have to agree with magicsquid, on my Skullcandy over-ear headphones the trains and underground seem dull compared to my headset volume of 17/30.
[Venue Pro General] venelar:
I work outside (very noisy equipment) all day every day and use these:

http://na.audeoworld.com/products/perfectfit/

Highly recommend them.
[Venue Pro General] Zurvv:
nod nod to that.

the camera.. even in bright light, is crap!

volume is fine.. but i always keep it maxed. its max is lower than you'd expect. But i'm find with it

running 212 and mango beta 2.
[Venue Pro General] ahitz:
I received mine from the eBay deal 2 days ago. It came with .212 firmware on it and I've had no issues. I put Mango on it today. Performance is good and I have no headphone issues - I'm listening at about 20 (out of 30).
[Xoom Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] silverwolf78:
Hi I have a 3G Xoom 3.01

I have tried to root it with file from http://www.mediafire.com/?sh21r7975bf4icl

After issuing

fastboot flash boot rootboot.img

and then

fastboot reboot

The Xoom restarted but is locked on Dual Core screen

It doesn't respond to any key and looks like is not recognized from PC

No fastboot message on the screen

What I can do?

Please help!

I have followed steps on this tutorial:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=981578&page=1