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[HTC Sensation] f4rell09:
hello

so i dont need to use revolutionary again as iam/ still s -off..am i right??just need root access again,,,i can se your using rcmix ics kernel ,,just a question ,,is it a lot better than the stock htc kernel..?thanks again eddy....
[HTC Sensation] robhart84:
thanks so much, i was looking to get back to stock so i could get the ics update via the ota method. worked a treat and now updating ota as we speak
[HTC Sensation] vosManz:
Hi,

Thanks for this guide. I try to use it, but after selecting the update file on sd I get an error:

-- Install /sdcard ...

Finding update package...

Opening update package...

Verifying update package...

E:failed to verify whole-file signature

E:signature verification failed

Installation aborted.

I have stock recovery and my phone is s-off.

Does anyone know what the error means, and how I can fix it so I can install the update?

If I install the RUU, do I only use programs, or also program data? For example, if I re-install a game after installing the RUU, is my game progress gone? I don't mind installing all apps again, but I would like to keep the data as there's a lot of time spend there :)

Thanks!
[HTC Sensation] usaff22:
Try turning signature verification off in Recovery, then re-flash. Turn it back on again once finished.
[HTC Sensation] vosManz:
Thanks for your reply, but is this possible in stock recovery? Step 4 of the guide says that stock recovery is required. In recovery, the only options i have are:

- reboot system now

- apply update from external storage

- wipe data/factory reset

- wipe cache partition

- apply update from cache.

In CWM i have seen this option, but in stock i can't find it.
[HTC Sensation] Yogimax:
Likewise - I have tried putting the zip file at the root of the SD card but no luck, and I have also tried to rename it to the PB... etc image name. :confused:
[HTC Sensation] Fatboytail:
I am getting the same issue with Signature Verification

Tried factory reset - no differece

tried updating the RUU - Signature Verification problem

I am rooted, (S-Off) and tried to upload the PG58img file (which worked) but guess what - still getting signature Verification

How to I install the ICU as I also have standard recovery installed now as a result of the guide...

Please can someone advise on what next as I am getting frustrated that I can't get shiney new ..

PS Have UK Sensation XE with beats - not tied to a network.
[HTC Sensation] agustinpac:
Hi guys,

I have a weird one here!

My device is a Z710A (with 850-1900mhz 3G).

I had it from stock. then s-off, then put CID htc__001, then the official rom RUU_Pyramid_HTC_Europe_1.50.401.1, then the OTA upgrade to ICS.

after that the device is stuck in the HTC screen.

I tried to install the same rom and other roms and everything is giving me the wrong device ID problem. I change the CID to 11111111 and then back to HTC__001 (the cid of this rom) and nothing works.

I tried to install CWM and it says it's not signed.

I'm out of ideas.

what else can I try?

thanks!
[HTC Sensation] agustinpac:
Well, I just download a Telstra ROM (the also have 850mhz device) and it's working.

any ideas if this is a radio problem?

thanks guyss!
[HTC Sensation] citra_tdz:
Ics rom is bad in my sensa. Get back to updated ginger now.
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
You didn't need to use Revolutionary. Did you flash CWM? If so, there's your issue

Seriously guys, my guide says it ALL - ANY variation on it WILL NOT WORK
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
If you're S-OFF you won't get OTA updates, you need to be S-ON to get them in the official manner...

Flash the RUU to get to 1.50.401.1 then flash the OTA as highlighted in my guide
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
Ok that makes sense, thanks for your help, I prob s on a await the otas.
[HTC Sensation] Pop2Lock:
Why didn't I need to use Revol? In what other way you can be S-OFF? I just flashed a stock rom as far as I know. Can you be S-OFF flashing a stock rom? :confused: And no, I haven't flashed CWM. I'm using stock recovery. Any ideas?

I know your guide says it all and it's pretty clear but I can't get out of this thing.
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
For that customer, he was already S-OFF so didn't need to re-run Revo

Obviously if you're NOT S-OFF then you will need to use Revo
[HTC Sensation] Pop2Lock:
Alright, so I flashed the phone again using the same stock rom and reversed Revo. Tried to install the update and still the same message. What does that message mean anyway? I couldn't be more unlucky. :(
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
I'm being stupid, if I want s on, I have to have the branded Rom back on? Is it possible to s on on a stick Rom? The get ics though official ota update
[HTC Sensation] gkirl:
OK, thanks man. Just downloaded Revolutionary and gained S-Off (but didn't install CWMR).

Now I can access recovery mode and the update appears to be installing. Nice one!
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
So you're back to S-ON now? If so, IT WON'T WORK!!!

Please read my guide - it's really not that difficult to understand
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
@EddyOS am I correct that to s-on I have to revert to the branded Rom ny phone was supplied with. I cant s-on using the debranded Rom
[HTC Sensation] rkafka:
Another stupid one :( ...

I had correct stock version and did S-OFF (Revol..) Installed .zip on SD card and when red triangle with "!" ... use volume up, selected zip and applied updated. Till that it was fine..

System updated and running. But during each reboot there is message:

Android updating ...

Optmizing application 1 of 43

It goes through 43 applications and the system is started... It is working but thinking what I did wrong .. Not doing reboots every day, so it is ok, but I'm slightly nervous what was wrong with it.

What I did wrong ?
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
OK, as it seems a lot of people can't even follow simple instructions, here's an example for you...

I am currently running an original HTC Sensation (unbranded, SIM-free, EU model) and it has HBOOT 1.18.0000 S-ON and ROM version 1.50.401.1 with CID HTC__001

I want to flash the 3.32.401.5 OTA file manually as I cba to wait on HTC. I have to do the following:

1. Achieve S-OFF

I go to http://revolutionary.io and follow the instructions to gain S-OFF. When asked to flash CWM I say 'No'

2. Download the OTA file

I get this from the OP and copy it, as it is, onto the root of my SD card

3. Load recovery

As I'm 100% stock except S-OFF, I first need to turn 'Fast Boot' off on my phone. I go Settings>Power and untick it. I then turn the phone off. Once off, I hold the volume down button and press power. I then get to the HBOOT screen. At this point I select 'Recovery' from the menu and press power to select. It will now load the stock recovery. It will say 'cant open cache/recovery/command' - THIS IS 100% NORMAL

4. Flash the OTA file

I'm now at a black screen with a red ! so I hold volume up and press power. A menu similar to CWM will appear with 4 options. I select the option for applying an update from my SD card and select the OTA file. I then press power to select it

5. Reboot

Once the OTA has flashed, and it will take about 10 minutes to complete, I reboot the phone and wait for it to boot into Sense. I'm now running 3.32.401.5
[HTC Sensation] Pop2Lock:
No bro, no matter how many times I re-install the stock room I keep seeing S-OFF when I get into bootloader.
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
You've done nothing wrong, you're running ICS
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
EddyOS do you know if i can enable s-on after debranding or do I have to revert to the branded Rom to s-on
[HTC Sensation] kualmente:
Same here. I think it's normal even if extremely annoying
[HTC Sensation] rkafka:
Hmm.. It is ok, but something in the system is not correct now. I also remember that at the beginning of flashing there were message that it is not possible to write into /cache/ ... something ..

Some databases or??? were not updated or somewhere is missing some flag that it was finished correctly. Maybe at later stage (just there will be RUU or further update I will re-flash it again from the scratch..)
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
You always will, that's fine. Now just follow my guide TO THE LETTER
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Here's another example:

I have already achieved S-OFF using Revolutionary and I want to go back to stock to run the ICS update. My handset was originally running 1.50.401.1 and has CID HTC__001. I've already got 'Fast Boot' turned off on my phone from when I gained S-OFF

I need to do the following:

1. Flash the stock RUU

I need to download the 1.50.401.1 RUU so I get it from the ROM thread and save it to my Desktop. I turn my phone off and then turn it back on whilst holding the volume down button. Once at the HBOOT screen, I press power to select 'FASTBOOT'. Once on the 'FASTBOOT' screen I connect the phone to my PC and when it says 'FASTBOOT USB' I start the RUU. I follow the instructions until the flash is complete. I reboot the phone and allow it to boot into Sense. I go through the basic wizard to get it running

2. Download the OTA

As my phone is now back to stock but still has S-OFF I download the OTA file from the OP and copy it to the root of my SD card

3. Load recovery

As I'm 100% stock except S-OFF, I turn the phone off. Once off, I hold the volume down button and press power. I then get to the HBOOT screen. At this point I select 'Recovery' from the menu and press power to select. It will now load the stock recovery. It will say 'cant open cache/recovery/command' - THIS IS 100% NORMAL

4. Flash the OTA file

I'm now at a black screen with a red ! so I hold volume up and press power. A menu similar to CWM will appear with 4 options. I select the option for applying an update from my SD card and select the OTA file. I then press power to select it

5. Reboot

Once the OTA has flashed, and it will take about 10 minutes to complete, I reboot the phone and wait for it to boot into Sense. I'm now running 3.32.401.5
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Again, completely normal. Seriously you're worrying over nothing. You've done it so enjoy the ICS goodness
[HTC Sensation] rkafka:
Now I'm 1.27 S-OFF, so I hope that further OTAs will hit me (patches to current version). If not, I will follow re-flashing to stock old version or wait for RUU that will set it back into normal state.

Thx
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
You need S-ON to actually get the OTA it seems
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
The guide to s-on suggests I need the original Rom which came on my phone is that correct?
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Not really. If you want to stick with the unbranded ROM then once you've flashed the 1.50.401.1/1.73.401.4 RUU and set it the CID to HTC__001 you can just S-ON with that
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
Ok cool I will try this tonight, thanks
[HTC Sensation] minibeast_phone:
Anyone a link to the 1.50.401.1 unbranded Rom, file factory has no slots?
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Google the file name, or search the ROM thread as others have mirrored it
[HTC Sensation] tictac0566:
I can only confirm...

If you follow the instructions TO THE LETTER, you will succeed.

I actually forgot to change the CID...
[HTC Sensation] hokuto34:
Thanks for all EddyOS!

But what about the phone is root or not root ? I suppose it must be not root in any case....
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Read my guide
[HTC Sensation] cortexdk:
Hey

my sensation will not change CID can you help?
[HTC Sensation] FreakyDR:
Why do we must be s-on to recieve the OTA?
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Someone said they went back to s-on and got it but others got earlier ones so I don't know
[HTC Sensation] jamcomp:
Yes, S-OFF was done right before trying to flash this RUU.
[HTC Sensation] karimzel:
You just need to choose to update from SD ;)
[HTC Sensation] liberator72:
For those wanting to root and restore apps/data with Titanium Backup/My Backup then it is possible by flashing CW Recovery (PG58IMG) and installing "Superuser-3.0.7-efghi-signed". Worked perfectly for me, even restored my homescreen shortcuts etc. Just follow EddyOS guide and you will have ICS up running in no time :)
[HTC Sensation] Norman2511:
How can I select the OTA file from SD?

If I choose the option apply update from SD card, it comes invalid operation

I need your help.
[HTC Sensation] Tinderbox (UK):
So after installing ICS :), does S-OFF , have to be changed to S-ON to get official HTC updates? , if it has to be turned back on, how is it done.

Thanks

John.
[HTC Sensation] khaosengine:
i would also like clarification. Do we need to s-on (again) to recieve official OTA updates?

PS. Tinderbox, check out http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1192300 for a guide to s-on ;)
[HTC Sensation] ipotoEJ6:
Hmm, flashing the recovery doesnt work here. It says:

Model ID incorrect!

Update Fail!

Press <POWER> to reboot.

Any idea what it wrong here?
[HTC Sensation] liberator72:
No idea sorry. I just backed everything up, ran original RUU (for XE), installed the XE ICS update, flashed the CW recovery from the guide over in the development section, rebooted, removed the PG58IMG from my SD, rebooted into recovery and installed the SU zip I attached. Everything went flawlessly for me, and I'm a total n00b. I been with Android for quite some time, but really don't know too much about any of this. Just read a few guides over and over to make sure I understood them, and took the plunge, and it all went well.
[HTC Sensation] Tinderbox (UK):
Instead of messing with S-ON , I am just going to wait till the official ICS is released in my country, and then flash back to 1.50.401.1 RUU and then do an normal over the air update to ICS.

John.

PS. I am not really likening ICS :(
[HTC Sensation] ipotoEJ6:
Which one did you use?. Could you provide me with the respective link, please?
[HTC Sensation] liberator72:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1192300

Just used that guide but with the newer SU zip. Maybe try android recovery manager, or 4Ext recovery updater to get custom recovery if that doesn't work. All I can say is it worked for me. I am assuming you are S-Off if you have installed the OTA as per the OP's instructions?
[HTC Sensation] fishytale:
Ok , running stock with s-off

However software number 1.50.61.1 save me from being dumbass number.....so will this flash yes or no ?
[HTC Sensation] Tinderbox (UK):
Not a big fan of ICS , I flashed back to 1.50.401.1 RUU without any problems.

John.
[HTC Sensation] FreakyDR:
Anyone used XE RUU on a normal sensation? How is it working?
[HTC Sensation] mzyg:
hello

can someone help me, I have s-off changed the cid HTC__001 go into the bootloader, I choose recovery, there is a different menu, choose Update from SD card, nothing happens, so I come to select the zip file from the SD card, the update starts but stops and displays a message

"assert failed: check _cid (getprop (" ro.cid)

Maybe someone knows what is wrong? the guide says that you do not need to have root on your phone, well, unless I'm wrong
[HTC Sensation] Mohanned85:
Nice guide man
[HTC Sensation] xuanphucn:
So you think you're smart enough to call other people dumbass? You're still a dumbass in some way. Someday other people are gonna laugh at you for being a dumbass. What goes around, comes around bro.
[HTC Sensation] Keupie:
What was your previous cid? I had the same thing, was on HTC__E11, changed it to HTC__001, same error like you, changed cid back to HTC__E11, update works. Wich rom are you on? Did you download the correct version of the update, XE, no XE??

---------- Post added at 09:28 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:25 AM ----------

You dont't need to be S-ON to receive update OTA from HTC, atleast i wassen't.

---------- Post added at 09:35 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:28 AM ----------

Ok, flaming someone who is trying to help is an option, you can also say thanks to the guy because he made a very clear and usefull guide.

Besides, if you read this thread i don't blame EddyOS for calling people dumbasses. However i wouldn't call them dumbass, i'd call them lazy because they just don't read!! If you follow the guide and read the thread, then you know everything yo need to know
[HTC Sensation] djadrianc:
Thanks for your guide.....ICS installed :)
[HTC Sensation] mzyg:
my previouscid HTC__032, I tried this, the SuperCID and the one who recommended EddyOS, my rom is the android 2.3.4, sense 3.0, 1.50.401.1, I have downloaded the correct rom for normal sensation,

I've done according to the guide s-off and changed cid, but when I select a recovery, show me a menu revolutionary 4.0, do not have that red "!", why? I have the rom 1.50.401.1 RUU
[HTC Sensation] rkafka:
Have you found some solution? REflesh again? What we did wrong? Mine phone was connected to pc while flashing.. The rest is the same to letter..
[HTC Sensation] randomice:
I got it installed, but somehow sense keep crashing. After i close for example internet explorer i see a white screen with HTC and after that a loading screen. Do i need to install it again to see if it gets better ?
[HTC Sensation] r.king35:
I'm on software 1.73.206.3 stock everything else and s off via revolutionary. So please someone tell me how to get ics onto my phone. The phone is sensation xe ....

Regards Richard
[HTC Sensation] rkafka:
Have you found some solution? REflesh again? What we did wrong? Mine phone was connected to pc while flashing.. The rest is the same to letter..

Sent from my HTC Sensation Z710e
[HTC Sensation] Reflection306:
Thanks for the guide EddyOS, worked great.

Now that I've done this on my Sensation XE, would the method to install recovery and permanent root (as seen here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1192300) still work?
[HTC Sensation] bobsie41:
I've updated my normal sensation by running the 3.32.401.5 ota zip on top of 1.50.401.1 RUU install (i am super cid) and everything is running fine.

Previous to this i tried to update by running the 3.32.401.105 xe ota zip on top of 1.73.401.4 RUU install and this would not work :mad:

Sorry if i am being a noob and if it has mentioned before (Can't find it) but, is it not possible to install stock 3.32.401.105 on a normal sensation? if it is, is super c the problem? :confused:

Bring on the RUU's!!
[HTC Sensation] liberator72:
That method worked for me, however you must use the new version of SU for ICS. I've attached it to a post a couple pages back
[HTC Sensation] armrob:
I had the same error message. I was on Super CID 11111111 , and then on HTC__001 , same error. i dont even know what my original CID was but changing it to HTC__E11 works.
[HTC Sensation] paulmor:
I am on 1.73.401.4 stock. The only changes I made were to S-OFF the unit and install CWR and Root. I understand that this is not compatible and will not allow me to manually install the OTA. (Will I get the normal OTA upgrade if I wait for it?)

According to the OP, I need to re-flash the RUU file, but if I do so it will wipe out all my current apps and data.

(I know that I can backup with Titanium/MybackupPro, but this is only partial and will not restore the phone to its current state)

Is there a way to retain the apps and data by just rolling back to the original Recovery without flashing the whole RUU file?

I think that I have read something about doing it by running the RUU and stopping the installation half way through.

Can this be done?
[HTC Sensation] Keupie:
Do you have stock recovery or CWM? You have to have stock recovery or the manual update won't work
[HTC Sensation] mrbkkt1:
phone needs to be on s-off and running stock. to upgrade this way.
[HTC Sensation] r.king35:
Would someone please help and answer my question in this thread sorry for being a noob but need help please.
[HTC Sensation] masucu:
CID error solution

So first of all thanks A BUNCH to all those that took time to explain all of the steps. Now to those that keep getting the CID error - you really need to do the exact steps, as in "if revolutionary recovery starts" you need to flash the RUU or at least remove ClockWorkMode (revolutionary, cause that is what gives you the error).

In order to remove CWM use the attached file

1.Copy PG58IMG file into the Root folder of your SD card (The main Folder of your Memory Card)

2. Turn off your phone FUlly and reboot into Bootloader/HBOOT screen(See how to get Hboot post above)

3. Press Volume up to Accept when it asks" Do you want to start the update"

4. Press Power Off to Reboot back to android (normal screen with homescreen)

5. Remove PG58IMG from your memory card and YOU should now be back to stock recovery

And then run the ota update.

Credits go to the initial poster and to xl VipeR lx
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
Seeing as the guide is pretty much n00b-proof, and the fact I said no n00b questions in this thread, can you ask the question in Q&A please

Also, seeing as I ASKED for people to PM me if they have some information for the OP, can people PLEASE actually do it...I don't read every post but I obviously want to make this as idiot-proof as possible (even though I think it already is but people STILL ask stupid questions)

From the OP...
[HTC Sensation] kualmente:
There is no solution to find. It's normal.

Total boot time doesn't change (tested with another Sensation with GB) .

Probably on GB is doing the same checks but it doesn't show that verbose progression. Nothing to worry about ;)
[HTC Sensation] paulmor:
Is this also applicable to my question in post 103?
[HTC Sensation] ScorpionSX:
Just wanted to say thanks a lot for the how-to, I couldn't wait for the update to come to Slovakia, so I run it today and everything is running great! Thanks again! ;)
[HTC Sensation] rkafka:
Hmm. So it apears on every terminal? Or we are just exceptions and in that case trying to indentify why...
[HTC Sensation] Keupie:
Just run through the steps in the guide. Take look at the second alinea, it says for sensation xe
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
He has a branded phone (o2 UK) so needs to debrand first if he wants it. This guide is not for him...
[HTC Sensation] Keupie:
Where did you see.........never mind, i see it now. @ R.king, Sorry for getting your hopes up
[HTC Sensation] Jelmertjuhh:
What languages are included in the rom for the XE?
[HTC Sensation] albinoman887:
What's the stock radio
[HTC Sensation] boogstar:
nice guide, was very usefull

thanks
[HTC Sensation] TTLGKS20:
CID error

I had the same error message. I was on Super CID 11111111 , and then on HTC__001 , same error. i dont even know what my original CID was but changing it to HTC__E11 works.
[HTC Sensation] r.king35:
i now have changed the cid, and also im still s-off, running stock software 1.73.206.3 can i now download the xe ruu listed and install or do i have to be on the 1.50 ruu first, if so then please help and advise how to get 1.50 on my sensation xe.
[HTC Sensation] raginmonkey:
You should be able to just go into about phone, check for update and install via htc if this update is available for your build when you r stock. Otherwise you will need to be s off
[HTC Sensation] raginmonkey:
Read what he said please. Even though it says there is an error, push vol up and it will bypass this message, then follow instructions from there....people, when doing something like this, please read the instructions VERY carefully and follow steps precisely, otherwise be prepared to spend. a lot of money replacing thew brick you just made out of your phone
[HTC Sensation] d3bing:
Going back to original

Hi all, need help.

I have stock GB, unlocked boot loader and root, S-ON, CID HTC_001.

Will I receive OTA? OR do I have to unroot/S-OFF and follow the zip file guide? I prefer to wait then to go through all this... But I'm not sure if I'll receive the OTA bc I unlocked the boot loader and i'm on a permanent root looks like (I restored to factory settings and I'm still rooted).

Thanks for the advice.
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
You follow the second part of my guide - stop being so lazy
[HTC Sensation] EddyOS:
You can wait for it if you prefer - it's entirely up to you
[HTC Sensation] d3bing:
ok, you convinced me - I'll use the Revolutionary to S-OFF, but how do I get unrooted?
[HTC Sensation] armrob:
Will this work on Sensation 4G ? or is there an extra step to make work ?

I get an error : failed : check_mid("full , PG5813000") .

is there a way to change the model ID ?
[HTC Sensation] Gho57:
can i have md5sum for this OTA?