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[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] AuronHTC:
I wish I could help with the recent 2.0.0 version. I had Netflix a few months ago but canceled my service. Checked to see if I had a recent Netflix app backup and I only have 1.8.1. Can't update it via Google Play either. :(
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] DevalB:
Thanks man, I think the problem is that my amazon app store version just got upgraded, and when I had the older one, it didn't do a device check.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
try this, I downloaded on 8/27.

https://dl.dropbox.com/u/81113130/netflix-1.8.0-35-573-release.apk
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] henningspruth:
It seems that the notification pulldown in RC2.2 does not cover the full screen is that intentional?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] AuronHTC:
Its not a bug, the pulldown on the Nexus 7 doesn't cover the whole screen either. Its centered in the middle of the screen just like that screenshot above.

Ya, it threw me for a loop when I bought my Nexus 7 too. hahaha. But I can understand why Google went with a smaller, centered pulldown ... its visually more attractive than the old GB style.

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Fixed market compatablity by installing the tablet_core_hardware.xml file from the Nexus Q (closed) thread. I don't know if the file breaks anything from YNC's latest 2.2 update but my system seems fine.

Instructions and XML file are on dropbox. All credit to the original XDA poster.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/103732944/googleplay_app_fix.txt

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/103732944/tablet_core_hardware.xml
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] henningspruth:
Thanks, that worked like a charm.

I immediately saw the updated Netflix and HBO Go apps in the market, and both work. The older, side loaded HBO GO app did not play video correctly.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
upload new version

I am uploading a new version with the following changes.

Update Apex as the default launch -- to fixed the strolling issue.

Added Netflix from 8/27 --- to resolve the issue of not able to download from google play

Updated Quill. -- the old version is very old...

Edit: Rom file uploaded, same link.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] joelgarnick:
two things...

First, thank you for the work you do! This ROM made me actually want to pick up my view again...

Now, on to the observations...

The hardware buttons are active...can they easily be disabled? They really just get in the way.

Any idea why when I downloaded Google+ it would have grabbed the old non tablet optimized version(1.0.8, current is 3.1.1)?

Is there currently any way to change the keyboard key press volume on the android keyboard?

Is there any chance the scrolling issues will get 99% addressed? Its great that the replacement launcher takes care or scrolling on the home screen but just about every app out there runs into the same scrolling issue...
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] voldomart13:
Can anyone confirm that the market fix actually works? It works but theres always gonna be that one app but anyway the status bar pull down is super annoying I would love to have tablet UI back =), also I believe someone mentioned it but widgets don't stick through reboots.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
yes the hardware buttons can be disabled.I was thinking of writting an app to allow user to config hw keys to only come up when certain apps runs. For example a movie app runs, we remove the navigation bar and give the app full screen and enabled the hw keys. When the app exists the hw gets disabled and nav bar restored. I will provide a patch to disable the hw key for now.

See my comments about play store issues on the OP.

not sure what you mean by the volume on keyboard.

scrolling issue not a priority right now, I've spent too much time on it as is.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] postscript:
This is a great rom! Thank you so much for all of your hard work! If all the little bugs are eventually removed I might just end up passing on all of the newer devices that are coming out.

One quick question. I had tried 2.1 and found the scrolling issues to be insurmountable. With 2.2 everything is greatly improved (in part due to Apex I assume) but I now find that the pen brings up a mouse cursor when in use. Is there a way to turn off the mouse cursor? It is a little thing but for whatever reason it has been annoying me to no end.

To those asking about removing the HW buttons there is a post earlier in this thread that outlined (in simple steps) how to accomplish this feat.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] nawawi:
Can anyone confirm that whatsapp can installed with thia 2.2? I've try 2.1 and play store say that my device isn't compatible when installing whatsapp
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] richnwilson:
2.2 Update

Again, appreciate all the efforts yncconsulting has put in to get this into a stable ROM - it's really exciting to use.

Anyone having any issues with VPN ? I can't seem to get my StrongVPN L2TP/IPsec PSK connection working - it worked fine using DeSensed HC and GB before that.

I'm following the notes here on setting up the connection. I have triple checked my username | password | pre-shared key and don't think that's the issue.

Scrolling is just about manageable - I don't think I've figured out a reliable way to scroll, but it gets there eventually.

I also have a Sprint 3G/4G account, so if you need me to test 4G I'm more than happy to.

Other than that, it works great. Mic and back camera seem to work on Skype just fine, memory usage is so much better than HC and the device is fast and responsive.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] henningspruth:
I didn't actually try it out since I don't have the cellular network, but the Play Store would let me install WhatsApp.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] elimoon8:
HTC Apps?

I don't know if anyone has asked, but does this ROM contain the official HTC apps? I love the reader app and read books on it all the time, so I would be sad to see it go if I updated to Jelly Bean.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] AuronHTC:
All of the bloat wear apps have been removed. To my knowledge any app requiring HTC sense will not work on a senseless ROM.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] richnwilson:
Can't get it to work

Anyone have any luck running this solution ? When I get to adb I get the following errors:

root@android:/ # cat /system/etc/permissions > /sdcard/permissionsbackup
cat /system/etc/permissions > /sdcard/permissionsbackup
sh: can't create /sdcard/permissionsbackup: Is a directory

This looks okay:

C:\Android>adb push tablet_core_hardware.xml /sdcard/tablet_core_hardware.xml
191 KB/s (2749 bytes in 0.014s)

then error:

root@android:/ # cat /sdcard/tablet_core_hardware.xml > /system/etc/permissions
tablet_core_hardware.xml > /system/etc/permissions/tablet_core_hardware.xml
sh: can't create /system/etc/permissions/tablet_core_hardware.xml: Read-only file system

but I do see the file in there:

1|root@android:/ # cd /system/etc/permissions
cd /system/etc/permissions
root@android:/system/etc/permissions # ls
ls
android.hardware.camera.flash-autofocus.xml
android.hardware.camera.front.xml
android.hardware.location.gps.xml
android.hardware.location.xml
android.hardware.sensor.accelerometer.xml
android.hardware.sensor.compass.xml
android.hardware.sensor.light.xml
android.hardware.sensor.proximity.xml
android.hardware.telephony.cdma.xml
android.hardware.touchscreen.multitouch.distinct.xml
android.hardware.touchscreen.multitouch.jazzhand.xml
android.hardware.usb.accessory.xml
android.hardware.wifi.xml
android.software.live_wallpaper.xml
android.software.sip.voip.xml
com.android.location.provider.xml
com.google.android.maps.xml
com.google.android.media.effects.xml
com.google.widevine.software.drm.xml
com.tmobile.software.themes.xml
features.xml
platform.xml
[B]tablet_core_hardware.xml[/B]

I then used ES File Explorer to confirm User | Read and Write, Group | Read and Other | Read.

I cleared the cache, forced stopped and cleared data with adb reboot exactly as per instructions.

When I open up Google Play and try to install TuneIn Radio (for example) it says it incompatible. Tried to install and app and see if I could then install TuneIn from the browser and still said incompatible

Any thoughts
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] AuronHTC:
You don't need to use adb at all. You can create and safely copy the needed files and directories with root mode in es file explorer. Just be careful with the system files as always.

If you have errors, make sure the permissions on the XML file are correct and that you stopped and deleted data for Google play. Reboot and it should work.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] richnwilson:
Still doesn't work

Hi AuronHTC,

Thanks for the quick response. Still doesn't work. For my own sanity, I'll see if yncconsulting ends up with a more permanent solution.

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Found a very strange issue. I use Skype on my HTC View as my 'primary' phone and noticed that when I initiate a call with my headset and mic plugged in (V-Moda), the mic and headphones work great.

With the exact same setup, when someone calls me the microphone on the headset doesn't work. I can pull the headset out, wait a minute and the internal mic and speakers eventually pick up.

yncconsulting - if this is something you need more details and logging on, feel free to let me know (with some instructions on what I need to do)
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
Well, I've just finished flashing v 2.1 and tested some of the features. Here is the report:

1. Camera crashed immediately after I took a picture

2. Tried the phone function without a hands free, no ringing sound and calls ended immediately

3. Tried it with my hands free, my device restarted immediately after I press the green dial button

4. The 3G works perfectly, downloading v 2.2 as I post this

5. Receiving text messages normally without a problem

6. Scrolling is a little choppy, but not that bad

I will flash v 2.2 right after the download is complete and post the result asap.

Thanks again for saving my abandoned HTC View :)
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] DevalB:
Thanks buddy, what I actually ended up doing due to frustration and general lack of eating, is go back to stock HC rooted, downloaded all my apps, used Titanium Backup, flashed 2.2 and Gapps directly with a wipe, and restored.

I'm now a happy camper, and other than the weird scrolling from time to time, this is a real daily driver.

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You won't be able to make voice calls over 3G, it's blocked on the network side.

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Stupid question, same file name as well? I might just install Apex on the side, will that work?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] c2foryou:
2.2 is great so far, thanks again YNC for all your work!

I had issues with a 2.1 to 2.2 upgrade (no wipe), so I did a clean install of 2.2 and everything is working quite well! Play Store fix included.

The bundled Netflix 1.8 would not open, so I restored a 2.0 backup and that works fine, though video is a little choppy.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] Ceco85:
This rom gets better and better! One big thanks for that! I found something on the camera. When i take photos there is a green line at the bottom of the photos.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
i noticed that too, I think my earlier fix doesn't have it. i'll take a look.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
it's a little late to report issues on 2.1 =) but would very much like to hear about reports on 2.2
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
Can this be reproducable everytime? if so, send me the logcat when this happens

open command prompt and type

adb shell

logcat
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
never tried VPN so can't comment. what do you use it for?

can you test 4G and let me know if it work?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
I agree. But the best way to find out if the reader app work is to extract the apk from htc sense rom and try installing it on JB.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
google map work offline but navigation doesn't. If you have a phone with data plan, try tethering the data from the phone to the view and test navigation that way or you could try the free navigation system that doesn't relies on data.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] Keyfloatz:
I was able to install the rom with no problems, however the scrolling issue was too big of a problem to use daily.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] henningspruth:
Are we certain that GPS is working at all?

Google Maps works fine for me using WiFi for getting the location, but when I stand in front of the house and start Navigation, I get "waiting for GPS" indefinitely.

Also, the various GPS utilities I tried never seem to see any satellites.

I don't have a data plan, so I mostly run in airplane mode with WiFi enabled, but the same happens when I turn on the radio.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
OK, quick questions on v 2.1...

Where is the option to connect the View into the PC as a USB drive or charge only?

I couldn't locate the external SD card where I put my stuff. It only shows a folder named ext_sd but nothing inside it (from es file explorer)

I downloaded v 2.2 directly from my View and it saved inside the download folder (internal storage). I'm about to flash it and noticed that the ext_SD folder is empty.

I need to move it to my external SD card first before formating the device, but I can't find the option to connect it as a USB drive either... tried turning on the USB debugging but nothing happened on the PC side.

Any idea guys?

Edit*

I've downloaded root explorer pro and able to locate my external SD card on the root of the device named SD_card2

Will flash v 2.2 right away
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] cfoesch:
USB Mass Storage wasn't working in v2.1. This was fixed partially in 2.2, where the internal storage will now mount.

I actually used AirDroid to upload my v2.2 onto my view.

In recovery, if you go into storage and mounts, you can activate USB storage, and it will mount your external SD card to your computer. This is also a common way that I've used to put ROMs onto my sdcard when the USB mass storage didn't work quite right.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
Well, I'm already on v 2.2 when I read your post :D

But, thanks anyway for the useful info.

Anyway, 2.2 feels & looks better than the previous version. Scrolling still a little choppy, but much better than 2.1

3G works, but the signal strength is not stable here in my room. Will test it tomorrow on the office..

Does anyone noticed the menu button on the browser is blinking? Or is it just me?

I will post some more report after testing of again tomorrow
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] Keyfloatz:
I installed 2.2. When you say a little choppy do you mean you have to move your fingers all way to the edge to change home screen pages. I needed to use two fingers to navigate the settings menu. My experience was really bad,so I'm wondering if I need to do something else.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] richnwilson:
Hi yncconsulting,

I'd be happy to test for you, but not sure what the process is. On my old desensed HC I could turn 4G on and then it just switched over when available and displayed the 4G icon. When I look at System Settings | Wireless & Networks | More... | Mobile Networks, I don't see an option to enable 4G ?

For the VPN, I use it to connect to a UK server so I can listen to BBC radio and occassionally watch the BBC iPlayer app

Thanks again for your hard work
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] boastt:
Yeah. I just avoid "flick scrolling" and just slowly drag my finger when web browsing. The notification center is really picky though.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] mumbles202:
Do I need to download a usb storage mount app from the playstore in order to mount my view when connected to my laptop? i don't remember having to do this one on the older version (i'm on 2.1 now and was trying to copy 2.2 over to the view when I discovered this).

Well I confirmed this wasn't a cable/pc issue by doing the following:

1.) reboot into recovery and did a nandroid

2.) did a full wipe, restored nandroid from before going to 2.1

3.) booted, connected to pc and it worked straight away after I turned on usb storage, copied over 2.2 to my external sd

4.) reboot back into recovery, restored nandroid from step 1

5.) booted, confirmed no option to enable usb storage when connected to pc

6.) reboot back into recovery, installed 2.2 over 2.1

7.) boot and confirmed I was able to turn on usb storage once connected (although this time I was only able to see internal card)

All this w/ same laptop and the same htc cable that came with my view.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] AuronHTC:
Try downloading the ROM from the forum directly to your device using chrome or the default browser. Use ES file explorer to move the ROM to the sdcard. Then install.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
yup, try avoiding "flick scrolling" or maybe you tried to move your finger too fast...

I've flashed the google apps downloaded from the first page without a problem. will try downloading some apps & games later to test it.

btw, gps lock on google maps is super fast over the wifi, haven't tried it over the 3G yet.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] richnwilson:
Hi yncconsulting,

Given the privacy nature of phone number and names, I sent the logcat to your email - hope that's okay
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] henningspruth:
I apologize, bacoksai, but that sentence confuses me. GPS uses its own radio circuitry, it works neither "over wifi" nor "over the 3G". WiFi or 3G are only relevant for getting a faster lock via AGPS, and are required to load the map data that is not cached on the device yet.

To reiterate my earlier question - is GPS (as in "Global Positioning Satellites") working for anybody?

Henning
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
It was working for me, althought I have to admit the signal is not too strong. Have you tried running GPS test app, it will show you how many satilites you're connecting to.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
hmpf, that make sense... i'm a little confused myself about this GPS thing.

well anyway, it's working on my device

I will try this later too :)
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] BROSIF:
Good rom so far. Will we get more support for the pen? I use the pen to draw and write on things.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
No UMS on 2.1. Only Internal UMS on 2.2. Does that make sense?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
I got your email. I'll take a look tomorrow and let you know if I need anything more.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
ext_sd is directory under /sdcard which is the mount point for internal sd card, there were some race condition trying to create mount point inside a mount point. So I move it to /sdcard2

So in short

internal sd card = /sdcard or /mnt/sdcard

ext sd card = /sdcard2 or /mnt/sdcard2

UMS only works for internal sd card for now in 2.2. It was working in 2.1 as well but I switch the UI to tablet look right before release I didn't realizd that actually cause UMS to stop working.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] yncconsulting:
I added a patch to disable hardware keys (capative keys) the 3 keys under the screen that isn't lit but when you touch it does something....

It has been added to OP.

To disable the HW keys, run this patch

Patch to disable HW keys
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
thanks for the explanation yncconsulting, that make a lot of sense

so, I read one of globatron's thread about flyer can't make phone calls. does this applies to the View as well?

but I found another thread talking about Enabling GSM phone calls (flyer) in here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1185688

the guy have tested it on a 3G UK unlocked flyer using an AT&T SIM and able to make & receive calls. well I've tried calling my View a couple of times and only recieve the "the number you're calling is not active" or "you are calling a wrong number"

I downloaded & run the GPStest and only get 4 satellites with poor signal strength ( I am in Indonesia )

btw, I tried to install whatsapp from playstore and it didn't give me the "this device is not supported" message :D so I downloaded and install it on the View. the app is running great & I'm verry happy right now :) coz I was desperately wanting to install this app so badly...
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] DevalB:
Unfortunately the View has calling blocked on the network side, not the device side.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] davemw2:
Just for clarification we just flash the zip right?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] joytofender:
Yes.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] henningspruth:
Hm ... something is wrong with my setup then. The GPS test app doesn't even seem to be looking for GPS satellites. When I run it on my Galaxy Nexus, I see the status bar icon in the upper left, indicating that GPS is active (screenshot below). That icon never shows up on my View.

I'll keep digging, maybe I need to do a fresh install.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
Hmm... what do you mean by "blocked on the network side"?

Does it mean that sprint has blocked it? What if I don't use sprint carrier?

EDIT*

yesterday, I tried to install Winamp pro to play some music (as I did when it was on HC OTA). unfortunately, the music doesn't play at all and the app crashed. so, I uninstall it and then installed another app called Gone MAD music player. the app won't start at all, bummer... any recommendations for music player?

as for video player, I tried playing some 1080p & 720p video clips (various extensions like .mkv, .avi, .mp4, .m2ts) with VPlayer pro. I still can't get the videos play smoothly like when I was on stock GB. the videos was out of sync with the sound, and it was lagging so much (same result with stock HC). but low resolution video plays well. any recommendations for movie player?
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] DevalB:
Since it is a Sprint exclusive here, what other carrier would you use? Boost is a Sprint company.
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
well, I live in Indonesia and been using it with SmartFren (Indonesian carrier)
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] DevalB:
I modified the directions to fix the Google Play store, in a way that does not involve ADB.

You'll need the device rooted, of course :) and ES File Explorer installed and configured for root access.

ES File Explorer Configuration

1. Press "Settings" (three dot icon)

2. Scroll down and click on Root settings

3. Enable "Up to root", "Root Explorer", and "Mount File System"

Modified XML File

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/103732944/tablet_core_hardware.xml

Steps

1. Open ES File Explorer

2. Browse to

/system/etc/permissions/

and long-press the

tablet_core_hardware.xml

file, and copy to another location on the device.

3. Copy the XML file downloaded from the Dropbox link onto the device, either via USB, ADB or some other method.

4. Open ES File Explorer and long press the

tablet_core_hardware.xml

file copied over from PC, and select Move To, and browse to

/system/etc/permissions/

, and overwrite the existing file.

5. Verify the permissions of the new file overwritten by long-press on

tablet_core_hardware.xml

. Scroll to the bottom of the list that comes up and select Properties. Click the Change button. Select the following boxes, and only the following boxes: User read, User write, Group read, Other read. Click OK, OK.

6. Go to Settings > Apps > All > Google Play Store and select Clear data

7. Reboot device

When the tablet comes back up, you should be able to run Google Play, and access all the apps. I just downloaded Netflix this way, so it works for me.

NOTE

I did not create these directions, just modified them :)

Original link/source here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=31273219&postcount=689

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Ahhh ok, interesting, didn't know it worked internationally.

I was referring to being blocked on the network side here in the States, sorry for the confusion :)
[HTC Flyer, EVO View 4G] bacoksai:
nice, I'll try those fix later...

yeah, it worked on some other country that has CDMA services too :)

could I use the code posted in this thread to enable the phone calls?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1185688