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[HTC Desire S] Tectas:
First of all, forget all about radios you know from Samsung.

At htc you can use every radio on every rom, there are only 3 possibilities you need to change radio:

It is shipped with a ruu you want to use

You face issues with radio related hardware

You want to be up to date

Ok, now to your question.

At HTC the bootloader version is important (only at stock roms).

If your bootloader has the same or a smaller version than the one from the ruu and your device had no branding, just reboot to bootloader plug it to your pc, enable fastboot usb and start the ruu.

If a branding is present and you want to stay with it, do the same with the fitting ruu.

If your version is higher or you want to remove a branding , you need a goldcard first and maybe the extracted rom.zip from the ruu, if the ruu fails with goldcard only, because you need to put it at the root of your sd renamed to PG88IMG.zip and flash it directly with your bootloader.

(also to change misc_version can be needed, but i guess not here because you don't want to downgrade)

For both cases are guides at the index (see my or bens signature).
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
Ok I used this guide for the goldcard:

http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile...gold-card-for-htc-desire-without-hex-editing/

So, because Im not changing anything about the kernel, just debranding to an offical ROM, once I set up my Goldcard, I activate debugging, copy the RUU 401_9 to SD Root of my Goldcard, click "Image CRC" from bootloader menu and it should install it.

Is that correct?.
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
Ive just checked..

Wait and It detects the new ROM "update" automatically in bootloader menu

Yes?
[HTC Desire S] Tectas:
Image crc just checks your rom, got nothing to do with updating.

The ruu itself is a exe, means a windows program , do the steps i described before with fastboot, the only difference is that you need to create the goldcard before, otherwise the bootloader won't allow (if your lucky) you to flash the ruu with the different branding.

If it fails that way run the ruu without attached device as far as you can go without closing, don't close it and search for the rom.zip at your temp folder, copy it to another folder and close the ruu, rename it, copy it to the root of your sd and reboot to bootloader and let it flash it directly, just to say it, you also need a goldcard before you do it this way.

One additional thing, be sure you got a ruu for the desire s, i just say it, because your goldcard guide is for the desire, what is no real problem there, but a wrong ruu will always fail and if it won't lead to a brick at worst case.
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
Sorry Tectas.. Just wont work.. I created my goldcard, extracted the RUU, changed the rom name from "disk1" to PG88IMG as you said, copied to root of goldcard, selected Fastboot then bootloader, but it just doesnt detect any image or file.

I am struggling a little with your english because you are telling me too many different ideas, Im confused... instead of telling me.. just 1, then do 2, then do.. 3, but Thank you for trying, i appreciate your help..

I will try again later..
[HTC Desire S] ben_pyett:
Small thing the file you copy to the sd card must be called (case sensitive) PG88IMG.zip

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[HTC Desire S] Tectas:
First method:

1. Create goldcard

2. plug in your device

3. Reboot to bootloader and enable fastboot

4. Start the ruu at your desktop and follow the instructions

5. Enjoy

If it fails make sure the drivers are installed, by downloading and installing htc sync, but uninstall it straight after you installed it, the drivers will still be present but the program itself can cause problems with ruus and/or adb.

If it still fails, try the second method.

Second method:

1. Create goldcard

2. Start the ruu without attached device

3. Go on till the only remaining possibility is to close the program, but don't close it

4. hit the windows button + r, a window should pop up

5. Type %TEMP% into the textbox of this window and hit enter, the explorer should open up and show your temporary folder

6. Search for the rom.zip (make sure hidden files are down if you can't find it)

7. Copy it to another folder i.e. the desktop

8. Close the ruu

9. Rename the rom.zip to PG88IMG.zip (case sensitive)

10. Copy it to the root of your sd

11. Reboot to bootloader

12. Choose bootloader

13. Confirm the update with vol +

14. Let it update

15. Reboot by hitting power

16. remove the PG88IMG.zip, otherwise it will update your device every time you access the bootloader

17. Enjoy
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
Thank you very much tectas for taking the time to sort and explain this. The 2nd methord worked just fine. However, at the end of the update flash, bootloader said:

"image on device is newer, update aborted"..

It does say that my virgin software is 2.13.351... the image is 2.10.401, so, in computer world, the numbers 2.13 is newer than 2.10. This may not be the case of the ROM itself, becasue the date is 22 Aug 11, but theyve engineered it that way probably so you cant flash it Open Europe.

The great thing is, youve taught me about the desire s and how the flash updater works, plus I have a 2GB goldcard out of it for future custom roms.. so all is not lost.. thanks for the lesson, its much appreciated.. Im gonna have a go at routing next.

It would be great to sticky this or copy it as a very Basic guide to flashing an HTC Rom.

Many Thanks again Tectas
[HTC Desire S] Tectas:
This can also be solved, you need to change the misc_version for it as first step and afterwards do the same as this time.

About customs, you need to unlock or s-off your bootloader first.

For all three things are guides in the index thread.
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
I have now found that my phone is actually Locked to Virgin Mobile (has a Virgin media splash screen on boot up). Sorry for the confusion about that:

I followed the advice of Tectas and followed this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1399331

everything went great until I got to the end of the procedure and I only go the

"$" which after typing line 5: adb shell /data/local/tmp/misc_version -s

said "access denied" then mentioned "blue flames".

On page 6 or 7 of that thread, someone mentions this "blue flames" as being a new security mod that HTC have implemented to stop modding at all.

Is this true?.

Also, Virgin mobile and other places have quoted me £15 to unlock my DS. £15 seems alot of money, but would an unlock help (would it be worth it) for me being able to flash both Stock and custom ROMS.

I do enjoy the challenges of modding, so to me this is frustrating.

cheers
[HTC Desire S] Tectas:
The $ indicates you have no root access, i must confess i never heard about the blue flame before, but also have to say, i never got deep into the downgrade stuff, because i used xtc clip to unlock my device, which made my device s-off and debranded.

If those Sellers use the same method, your good to go and spend the money, it saves you from a few traps you can run into with other methods (i paid €20 about a year ago), but you need to be aware that this is a hardware unlock which is irreversible, what can bring problems at warranty purpose (but must not).

Your second choice would be to use htcdev at first step and get root and so on afterwards, the downside here is also warranty, because your device is stated as unlocked at the htc database and if you leave it this way and won't use it to gain full s-off you also need to flash the kernel for each new ROM yourself with fastboot, because the recovery got no write permissions there.

If the seller would also use htcdev, safe the money, you can do it yourself, at xtc i can recommend it, but it's your choice.
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
Thanks for the advice Tectas. The guy in the street said it would take about 1 hour.. not sure if that helps to know. I suppose with Virgin, theyll be removing their own locks, so the virgin way might be better.

Also, the phone was bought from a 2nd hand shop, it was an unwanted upgrade someone just traded in without using it, the box it came in and the outer shell of the phone has no branding whatsoever.. thats why i was confused about it being locked.

Anyway, Ill have a think about who to go with and ill ask which methord they use before I hand it over.

Thanks again.
[HTC Desire S] NightOrchid:
Its Done.. phew.. hehe. After I got back to Virgin 1.31, just used the goldcard with rom.zip and it worked fine. 1 thing though, doing it this way flashes the rom in 7 stages, so what ever you do, when it reboots after the 1st install, do not think its repeating itself.. leave it. i Nearly did that, anyway, I sorted things using this thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1443636

As long as you follow it to the letter, it all goes fine, the whole thread is really good support as well, so if anyones interested, read through the whole 13 pages (so far).

Also had access to the phones Recovery menu, so wiped Cach partition and did a factory reset, also probably not necessary, but backed up my SD card and formated it under the new OS.. I find this is always good on a new rom, for the file table and prevents app errors.

Happy i now know how to flash a rom, didnt quite root it yet, just flashed a stock RUU first.. which is what you should do if, like me, your new to this.

Anyway, Open Eu 2.10.401.9 is sweet and slick smooth.

Have a good one all, Thanks Tectas.
[Acer Iconia A500] tomplatz:
I opened my iconia (bad move if you don't have to) to look at its innards. Now the SD card slot does not appear to work. I have tried multiple microsd cards both with and without the cover on and no luck.

So - I can live without the extra storage, but is there some way to flash new roms from the internal sd card or an external usb, or am I stuck?

Thanks
[Acer Iconia A500] ultramag69:
Should be able to if its already rooted and have cwm/RA installed, otherwise its OTA all the way...
[Acer Iconia A500] Moscow Desire:
Depending on which version of CWM or RA. You should be able to mount your USB stick to flash. Some versions of CWM will let you do it from internal memory.
[Galaxy Tab 10.1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ali.ali0770:
Hi evry one

i have problem in bluetooth he is not send and not receve and i format it and work fine but he return in same problem and i flash a new firmware and format it and work fine and then he return in the same problem pleassssse help me what did i do ?????? And thsnk you very much
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] FeloHFP:
What the title says, What is the best rom/kernel combo, that gived the best batery life, thanks
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] SupaKid:
Stock ROM, and stock kernel, mate.

______________________________

Nah, just kidding!

Just have a look around the Dev Section! You're bound to get different answers on this question, so have a look around, find what suits you.

These ROMs are well known, but don't limit yourself just to them:

(in no relevant order)

-Juggernaut

-Darkside

-Blu|Ray

-slickMOD

-Foxstar

-CM7

Pair up with well known kernels:

(again, no relevant order)

-Faux

-Synergy

-Darkside

(NOTE: if you choose CM7, CM7 comes with it's own kernel, and may not work with others)

In any ROM's own thread, the Dev(s) will most likely include in the ROM, what kernel he/she/they favor most. If they favor that kernel, it may be the one, when included with that ROM, that yields the best performance. Try out the combo yourself, and also read through the thread to find if anyone is getting better results using a different kernel.

Hope this helps in some way!
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] unlvmike:
You should check the other 43 threads asking the same question, this is subjective to what you use your phone for...there is no one other person that uses the phone the way you do, so your results will vary.
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] iLeopard:
Digital warfare 2.5.1 with Eugenes streamline kernel undeclocked and undrvolted for optimum battery life
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] Dougshell:
This thread is unanswerable as it is entirely subjective to each person opinion and personal use habits.

3...2...1...
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] iLeopard:
Cleary but it can serve as a guide to help him choose the best way combo
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] reinbeau:
Thread closed

No, it can't be answered, which is why these threads are always closed. Try them out for your self and make your own decision.
[Motorola Droid 3] slayer621:
(sorry if the title is misleading, this is not a comparison)

It seems to me that all of the ICS roms that we currently have for the droid 3 are quite similar. So similar in fact that I can't tell the difference. They all have the same bugs (no video recording, no face unlock, bluetooth on but not connected blah blah blah).

From what I've gathered, CM9 is performance based and AOKP offers more customization. Other than that, what are the differences between these 4 roms? What do they offer in comparison to the others? If I'm wrong and some roms lack the above bugs, please correct me.
[Motorola Droid 3] jellman:
i kinda agree. i have yet to try the new steel droid. im loving the aokp.
[Motorola Droid 3] danifunker:
AFIAK, some of these latest ROMs like Gummy, and the MotoBlur just add onto existing functionality into AOKP.

The reason the "bugs" are so similar is because Hashcode and Dhacker29 have some type of shared hardware base code that is compiled against the CM9 and AOKP source.

Once they figure out how to get the HWCodecs going, I'm sure we'll get the video recording, possibly face unlock and video playback. I think that Hashcode already figured it out, but he may have ran into some kind of licensing issue which prevents him from releasing it (or getting sued).
[Motorola Droid 3] redsox985:
From my experience on Gummy and AOKP, Gummy has phenomenal battery life, but AOKP boasts tons of modifications. Also, Gummy doesn't have docking and dock audio yet, and this is why I'm back on AOKP, but I'm considering trying CM9 and/or SD5 over the weekend.
[Motorola Droid 3] shobon:
I can tell the difference. They all have different options and system settings, they used altered launchers as well. Also AOKP has really neat toggle options.
[HTC Sensation] DonDizzurp:
since it has such a huge developer following

but

1. death grip issue

2. touchscreen/digitizer issue

3. very quite "loudspeaker"

do any of these issues have a permanent fix? i saw the thread about a quickfix for the touchscreen but it seems it doesnt work for everyone.

why is there such a huge following of developers and users on a phone with so many manufacturing defects LOL
[HTC Sensation] k0zmic:
Probably because the defects don't affect everyone and the good about this phone far outweigh the negatives IMO.

1.) I haven't really suffered from the 'death grip' issue although the phone signal can sometimes be a bit weak but this depends on your location and network really.

2.) Personally haven't had the touchscreen issue so haven't even looked at the thread.

3.) Hardly used the loudspeaker but it was fine for the minute or so I used it. Maybe if you rely on it for work it might be too quiet.
[HTC Sensation] Jonny:
Because its a very good and very popular phone :p
[HTC Sensation] overthinkingme:
1. Really a non-issue. Not that bad and most phone's are in some sort of case eliminating this issue.

2. What issues? Dust? Results may vary there, I personally have not had any. Not sure if there is a permanent fix.

3. I saw this a lot at first, on GB roms. On ICS my loudspeaker is very good. Not sure if the devs fix it or if fixed on htc stock.

It has a lot of devs because it was released worldwide with identical hardware (even the XE) and I think it was HTC's flagship phone last year. I live in the US and I love waking up to find new roms.
[HTC Sensation] FrenzyGr:
Haven't had any of these issues with my XE, i also did a death grip test before buying it because i had the issue with my iphone. I also recommend that you buy the simple Sensation and not XE. They are the same phone only thing different is the design.
[HTC Sensation] DonDizzurp:
LOL yea i was crazy about the XE because of the red/black, i thought the speakerphone was beats audio too..

were basically just paying 1-200 dollar more for a decent headphone lol
[HTC Sensation] KRHairston:
As everyone else haven't had any of the mentioned issues. Actually I have only heard of the death grip issue when Wi-Fi was being used and only seems to happen at times when hands are over camera in landscape mode.

But the development for thus phone is way beyond anything I expected when I purchased the phone. Especially when there were issues of being able to root at the beginning. Very happy with this phone.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Edgarhighman:
Does this apply to our phones? http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1162662

I am going to try the installer app in the market. (It is instructions, paid version launches BT5 without using terminal)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Smacdallas:
Bump seems interestimg
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Edgarhighman:
It can run from regular sdcard, but I got this:

Edit: pics don't have upload option, just cancel button.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Edgarhighman:
Fail to upload pics from gallery with xda app. .PNG is unsupported, sometimes no button to select "this forum" after choosing pic, JPEG failed to upload. Grrr

I got backtrack all set up but I get an error in the terminal

uploaded pic to picasa tool, uploading from class: EDIT: no links i put up work either... here goes.

$ export PATH=/data/local/bin:$PATH
$ su
# cd sdcard/backtrack
# sh backtrack.sh
net.ipv4.ip_forward = 1
Back Track is configured with SSH and VNC servers that can be accessed from the IP:
eth0: No such device

chroot: can't execute '/root/init.sh': I/O error
Shutting down BackTrack ARM
failed.
losetup: /dev/loop7: No such file or directory
[HD2 General] kepz:
Having a problem with a Telstra HD2 model.

With a Telstra SIM in the phone, I can make and receive calls. When I insert a Vodafone SIM into it, I cannot make or receive calls. Call hangs up straight away.

Device is not network locked as HTC phones are not locked with Telstra. Bars display in task bar.

Tried it with Windows 6.5 (factory default) and Android custom ROM. Currently on custom ROM.

Any thoughts?
[HD2 General] htccraze:
I had a similiar problem a few years ago and all i had to do was get a new sim card. I was told i had damaged my sim card some how but i was able to save the contacts, transfer them over to the new sim T-mobile gave me and I have not had another problem since.

If you have access to another phone try and insert both sim cards you have in the other phone. If you have problems in the other phone with the sim card thats not working you can safely say its the sim card thats not working correctly and not a phone issue.
[HD2 General] kepz:
Thanks for the reply Craze.

My SIM's do work as I use my Telstra SIM (that works in the HD2) in my old Nokia and my Vodafone on my Galaxy Nexus Prime.

So on the HD2, my Telstra SIM works where I'm able to receive and make calls and my Vodafone is the opposite.

Could it be the phone? I'm hoping that it is so that I can fix it.

Could it be the network providers? If so, then I'll call them which I've already done but they couldn't give me an answer as to why my Voda SIM does that in the HD2.
[Windows Phone 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gravitynoise:
Does anyone know of a way to increase the volume on the Focus S? Everywhere I have looked it is for gen 1 devices. I have looked through the registry and the only thing I was able to do was change the volume bar numbers. That didn't actually increase the volume any, just allowed more control on the level. Any help/suggestions would be great
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] Fmstrat:
{EDIT}

It appears there is an audio issue with RockPlayer and Hardware Decoding on our device. After contacting the developers, they will be releasing a version with SW audio support while using hardware for video to fix this. Expected within one month. Post will be updated once released.

DicePlayer has been recommended as an alternative as it has HW decode and native SAMBA support, however it does not appear to handle hardware decoding for as many formats as RockPlayer (watch for SW in the upper left).

{/EDIT}

Hi all,

While going through the Accessory Guide post (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1377669) I realized there was an odd recommendation on video playback using Emit Free. With our devices there is no need for transcoding like you would have to do on an iPad, but it's still not "easy" to get full 1080P playback over the network.

With root, you can install cifs drivers that are pretty efficient, but without it, many times video stutters. I tested a large combination of File Managers that mounted CIFS/SAMBA shares and Video Players to see which performed best.

From File Manager HD and Astro to MXPlayer and XYPlayer nearly all of them had stuttering issues with 1080P video, and lag when seeking in 720P video. Below is where I ended up, which entailed perfect 1080P playback, with zero lag when seeking (tested on high bitrate MKV and AVI w/ AC3 and DTS audio samples).

1. Install ES File Explorer: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop

ES File Explorer is a file manager that supports CIFS/SAMBA mounts (these are the shared folders on your Windows, Mac, or Linux PC). Once open, swipe right to access the network shares. I recommend turning on "Detail" mode in the settings, so you can see file sizes and permissions, too. The advantage of ES File Explorer over other managers I tried is that the CIFS implementation has been optimized very well, and was the best at streaming the file data to the video player from a speed and bandwidth perspective.

2. Install RockPlayer Lite: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.redirectin.rockplayer.android.unified.lite

RockPlayer is a great player that includes hardware acceleration, much like MXPlayer. The difference here is that like ES File Explorer, RockPlayer seems better optimized for network file handling. With other players in combination with ES File Explorer, there were still lag issues during seek. RockPlayer has none of these issues.

Be sure to enable HW acceleration in Rockplayer

Also ensure app mode is set to "stretched" instead of "zoomed"

Any questions, or other options, feel free to post below.

If this guide was helpful, please click

Thanks

below instead of replying to keep the thread clean.

Thanks!

Ben
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] pastry:
i tried your suggestion.

yeah it gets rid of the lag but:

- there is no sound for most of my hd mkv videos

- subtitles dont show for mkv files

nice to see that the tfp actually does have the power to play these smoothly though!
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] lollee76:
I have been using ES File explorer and it does help with the streaming. However, I have not gotten a streaming video to play thru the whole movie/show. Seems every 10 or 30mins (differs), it will quit playing. I've tried the same setup on my Galaxy Nexus and don't have issues. I guess I can try Rock Player. I guess no one else has this issue? I've seen it mentioned once or twice while reading the boards but no answers. I thought maybe it was on my end and somehow the wifi was dropping, but if it is...its not displaying it.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] r0ck0:
I use dice player. It has native ability to open network shares and plays HD MKV files over wifi without lag or stutter.
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] knives of ice:
can it transcode dts audio or any multichannel audio? any program i have tried plays fine but there is no audio