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[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
So I got linux mint 13 running and the soupkit as described in the link, and the soupkit is saying that the kindle is offline even though it is on and plugged in. I tried to change the bootmode to normal but no dice. Still stuck on FireFireFire.

I looked at the system information app and the kindle fire doesn't even show up on the devices tree.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
This line causes me to believe there is something wrong with the bootloader. I'm starting to think this type of error is caused by the way Windows deals with certain hardware.

What motherboard are you using on your Windows machine? I'd like to see if there is a correlation between yours and the configurations of other users with the same problem.

Also, open a terminal in Linux, with your device plugged in, and enter:

lsusb

You should see a device listed as "18d1:0100 Google Inc". If not, I'm willing to bet my original assessment is true and Firekit is your next step.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
I am using a different machine for the live linux but the windows machine is a 2010 - 2011 HP Pavilion dv6 notebook with the Nehalem based Intel Core i3 M 370 @ 2.4GHz running W7 Pro which I believe when referring to the service manual is an Intel HM55 UMA graphics and shared memory with Intel Core i3-370M processors (at least what they refer the mobo to "system board"). The Terminal windows reports that there is a Google device with "18d1:0100 Google Inc" on it.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
The fact that Linux is detecting your device is a good thing. Is your Linux distro 64 or 32bit?

In the terminal enter:

fastboot devices

...and see if anything shows up.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
Linux distro is Linux Mint 13 Maya 32bit on LiveUSB. Nothing appears when executing "fastboot devices" on Terminal.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
Interesting. I wonder if Mint works differently when it comes to the script defining the udev rules.

enter the following commands in the terminal:

sudo cat /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules

&

cat $HOME/.android/adb_usb.ini
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
When executing "sudo cat /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules" the below is the result.

# adb protocol for blaze / otter (Amazon Kindle Fire)

SUBSYSTEM=="usb", ATTR{idVendor}=="1949", MODE="0666", OWNER="root", GROUP="androiddev", SYMLINK+="android%n"

# fastboot protocol for blaze / otter (Amazon Kindle Fire)

SUBSYSTEM=="usb", ATTR{idVendor}=="18d1", MODE="0660", OWNER="root", GROUP="androiddev", SYMLINK+="android%n"

When executing "cat $HOME/.android/adb_usb.ini" the below is the result.

0x1949
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
Strange. There's no obvious reason why it wouldn't work properly. Since it is FireFireFire, albeit an earlier version, are you able to access recovery by holding the power button on startup until it turns orange?
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
Nope, even as I am typing this response, the kindle fire is plugged in but is frozen on FireFireFire. Can't even get into the TWRP recovery (if it's still there...)
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
Here's what I see...

Your Linux system seems to be configured properly to detect your device. The udev rules are set and the adb driver is in place and configured properly as well.

Linux is able to detect your device in fastboot so there must be communication with your device at some level.

The fact that the use of the power button to access recovery is failing, is worrisome. As far as I know, if there is no recovery installed, the device should at least boot to a black screen, the same way the device would boot to a black screen if no OS is installed. This leads me to believe that your bootloader isn't working properly.

But before you go as far as attempting a USBboot with Firekit, I would suggest remaking your LiveUSB and using Ubuntu to see if that makes a difference (SoupKit has only been tested on Ubuntu), although I can't see why that would make a difference. Also, be sure you are using USB2.0, not USB3.0. Afterwards, if there is no change, I would suggest USBboot with the Firekit.

Unfortunately, that's the best option I can come up with based on the information I have, and without having direct access to the device.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
So I made the LiveUSB into Ubuntu, ran SoupKit, and still the SoupKit still isn't detecting it although executing the aforementioned command lines does show that Ubuntu sees the kindle fire, not the SoupKit. And the kindle is still stuck in FireFireFire even though I ran the Firekit to execute "usb_boot_twrp" I guess there's no hope for it anymore? :(
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
Which "aforementioned commands" are you referring to? Does "fastboot devices" return any positive results? Have you tried issuing the command to change the bootmode to recovery?

fastboot oem idme bootmode 5001

[edit:] This will help me in determining whether the script is failing or the device itself. On that note, if you get stuck at "waiting for device" after entering the previous command, give the device a hard shutdown and start it up again to see if the command sticks.
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] azndnbdub:
Success!

You may find this really awkward, but...THE KINDLE HAS RESTORED NORMAL BOOT (4000) !!! :good::D

Somehow when I ran my Ubuntu LiveUSB on my HP notebook and not the other machine and ran SoupKit, I issued the normal bootmode (4000). Right then the kindle flickered and I thought "There is hope after all!" After flickering twice, it displayed a regular triangle and immediately went in to the ROM which was the CM10. I then remembered that I was going to install the latest TWRP (v2.2.2.1 which you included in the soupkit), which installed sucessfully. I tested reboot one more time and FFF doesn't hang and TWRP works.

Thank you soupmagnet for being a helpful developer throughout this troubleshooting and also I can vouch that your SoupKit does work as advertised!
[Kindle Fire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] soupmagnet:
Developer? Not even close. But I appreciate the sentiment either way. And I'm glad it worked out for you.
[HTC Sensation] Passi1909:
About 2 month ago, i bought an Anker extended battery with 1900 mah. I was wondering why it was so Bad battery life and today i testet capacity and it said me 1520?! How can This be?
[HTC Sensation] ThizizKenny:
Should have checked the manufacture date and the sellers reviews
[HTC Sensation] realsis:
Sadly this is very common. There is a lot of fake batteries going around. This is why it's best to just buy a battery from a reputable dealer. It will cost more but at least your getting the real deal. Personally I've never had trouble with anker but I decided I needed more juice and just went with mugen. I got the big 3800mah battery. It was expensive but worth it for me. Mugen also had 1900Mah for about forty or thirty dollars. Get the battery directly from mugen because of the fakes floating around. I am very sorry this happened to you. Sometimes we live and learn. Hope you can get your money back. Best wishes
[HTC Sensation] Passi1909:
I bought it at Amazon, i think Amazon is a reliable seller.
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
Did you buy it FROM Amazon or ON Amazon?

There's a HUGE difference.

Amazon is both a seller itself and a website that hosts other sellers.

Amazon is a reuptable seller.

But there are bad sellers who use Amazon as well.
[HTC Sensation] anasmunir:
Are you satisfied with Mugen 3800mah battery? What is the maximum battery timing without charge? Please reply.
[HTC Sensation] realsis:
Hi yes I'm very very happy with the 3800mah. It lasts about two days. With extremely heavy use about 20 hours. However it's not for everyone because it does make the phone thicker, new back is included. For me it didn't matter because I was after battery life and it don't bother me at all. I can still put phone in pocket and it feels good in my hand. It's really not a big deal but for some people it might be. If your after battery life then it's the only way to go! I know it's expensive but honestly for me it's worth it because battery was my biggest issue. If you do decide to get one make sure to calibrate instructions included. You won't worry about battery again! Make sure to get the 3800 it's been amazing! Honestly I can't say enough great stuff about it! You will stay on 100% for two hours with heavy use! For me it was the answer to my battery issues. Hope this helps and best wishes!
[HTC Sensation] Passi1909:
I bought it from and on Amazon.
[HTC Sensation] Skipjacks:
If you bought it somewhat recently, contact Amazon and tell them you want a new one.

Amazon is really awesome about returns and exchanges, especially when the item is faulty/broken/not as advertised. They'll pay the return shipping and everything.

Here's their policies.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=901888

I've never had even a remote problem returning something to Amazon. They are absolutely fantastic. Of course that's here in the US. I don't know if they have a different system in Germany, but I can't image they would have dramaticly different return policies.
[HTC Sensation] anasmunir:
Thank you so much for your detailed review.. I am considering the purchase of this battery, but as you said, I am worried about the thickness of the phone..

Well let see..
[HTC Sensation] realsis:
You know I got used to the thickness quite fast surprisingly.at first it was a bit awkward But for me I had had it with crappy battery life and it was no beauty contest, so the thickness really didn't bother me at all. In fact it just reminded me that finally I don't have to worry about my battery!

It still feels good in your hand but takes a bit of getting used to. After awhile you won't even notice it. It's just at first your like wow this is thick! Then as you use your device it simply becomes the normal. Just with amazing battery life! If you do decide to get one purchase directly from mugen to prevent any fakes or counterfeit battery. That's what I did. So many fakes going around! Also tip, get the 3800mah it's there newest improved battery and it's really amazing! The 3600 is the older model. Honestly I know it's expensive but in the long run it's worth it. It's just getting over the thickness. But it still goes in the pocket. Also I got a case for mine that clips on to stuff to carry it easier. The back that comes with it could be built better I think but the battery itself is completely awesome! I don't regret buying it. Really the thickness is the only part that you have to over come. And like I said believe or not you do get used to it. Hope this helps a bit. This is my honest review. If you can over come the thickness it's an amazing battery. Best wishes to you.
[HTC Sensation] louiscar:
There's nothing wrong with it. The HTC reports the Anker battery as 1520 which is the stock value when you don't put a battery it recognises in. There is another thread somewhere on here which has gone through this fairly thoroughly.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] utsutsu:
I updated to 3.2.4 Black Bean today, coming from a prior version of the same rom.

Since then, my SMS messages have an accented U character at the end of them, but it seems to only for certain recipients.

Texted my friend with a blackberry - got the strange character.

texted my girlfriend's iphone - normal

texted my "dumb" work cell - again, got the strange character.

Any ideas?
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slim2fattycake:
I flashed from stock to bionix v4, followed all the steps with no issues. Everything worked great. I had to do the these two fix steps a few times recently. wifi fix http://androidforums.com/droid-supp...ifi-error-message-wifi-will-not-turn-all.html and large file download fix http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=30669800&postcount=1127. This is when I noticed my issue. However, i can still makes calls. It is when I hang up that I get the error but I can still get back into it, just after force closing. please help.

I'm trying to figure out options before wiping and reflashing.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samsgun357:
You can try to go to manage apps and clear data from phone app. Then reboot.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slim2fattycake:
I cant even see it in the list. wtf. The only thing I can think of that's close is "phone" version 1.0 but there's no data for me to press clear.

I also see dialer and dialer storage actually have data to clear.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samsgun357:
When you go to manage apps, all, there isn't phone?
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slim2fattycake:
shall iuticil

There is "phone" but there's no data to clear. size is = 0kb.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samsgun357:
Guess its wiping time, try just cache, dalvik cache and fix permissions. If you still have issue a full wipe might be in order.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slim2fattycake:
Do I need to back up anything before wiping those two cache?
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samsgun357:
No, only need to back up if you do a data wipe/reset.
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] slim2fattycake:
Well, I did a full wipe and reflashed. Phone is working now but something I didn't notice before. I cannot get contacts pictures to sync with facebook and when I try, it says I need to log-on to social media and redirects me to allow me to choose between facebook, twitter, etc to sync. When I click on facebook, it force closes just like with the phone app. What's going on?
[Vibrant Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] samsgun357:
Did you use an app to backup apps and app data(titanium backup etc)?

Go to manage apps>all> Facebook and clear data. See if that fixes your issue.

I apologize for not being able to give more exact issues. I haven't used that ROM and its been a long time since I used froyo all together.

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[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Laydas:
Hello and good afternoon,

I received this Xperia Arc (LT15a) from my dad to fix and I can't get it worked out so here it is

When you unlock the phone the screen responds to touch, I can swipe back and forth as one would expect. If you keep your finger on the screen or touch it atleast every second the screen stays responsive. If however you stop using the screen, sometimes for 10 seconds most the time just 1 second and the screen will no longer respond. In order to get the screen to respond you have to lock the device and unlock it again, as if refreshing it or restarting the touch screen service in the phone is the fix... temporarily.

I saw a thread somewhat like this and the fix was to downgrade to make sure no bad firmware had been put on so I downgraded to the 4.0.2.A.0.42 that the phone shipped with. This didn't solve the issue. I tried all sorts of firmwares thinking perhaps one would work. My dad tells me that this started happening when he updated the phone to 4.0.4 through the Sony upgrade software.

Has anyone run into this or do you guys believe this is more likely to be a hardware problem (which seems strange because I would think the screen should either work or not)

Thank in advance.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hotfingers:
Hi @Laydas,

This is a weird one, for sure.

I've seen something similar on my phone, and for me the problem was definitely linked to an "upgrade / downgrade" kind of thing.

My solution was to install another rom.

So now I guess your bootloader is locked (because the phone is not rooted).

So the best thing to do is to try flashing a stock rom using "flashtool".

Here's some pointers to help you on your way...

Try this thread - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1304634

you're looking for info on flashtool, and on stock roms (I think that some stock roms are available in post 2 of the thread)

On top of that, there is an older thread (so a bit outdated) here - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1133650

It has good background reading thread to get a grip on all the ideas involved.

Good luck :)
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Laydas:
I forgot to mention that I had already rooted the phone

I have used flashtool to restore the stock rom which didn't solve the issue either.

I have now taken the phone apart to check for loose connections, everything looked good.

I put the phone back together, tried it out, I still have the same screen issue.
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hotfingers:
OK, wow. This problem is really sticking around.

So my next question is: - Do you have an unlocked bootloader?

If yes, then try flashing a custom kernel and a custom rom.

My favourite ICS based rom is JJ's Hybrid - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1537717&highlight=jj+hybrid

It works 100% with the ArcKnight kernel.

If your bootloader is locked, then you cannot flash a custom kernel. You can still try try the JJ Hybrid rom to see if it sorts out the problem.

At this point I'm running out of ideas. For me this issue was software related, so flashing a different kernel and rom fixed my problem.

It seems like your issue is software related too (because it popped up after an upgrade), but if you flash a rom and a kernel, then there's not much else that you can try flashing,,,

OK, maybe there's also a base-band you can try flashing - There's a base-band thread here - http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1688049

So try a custom rom and a custom kernel, and if that fails try updating your baseband to 72 or 77.

That's all I can think of to completely overhaul your phone's software.

Please let me know how it goes...

Take care,

Hotfingers
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Laydas:
The bootloader is locked on this phone unfortunately.

This phone is not like my other phones, even trying to get a custom rom onto it is a hassle as installs from zips in CWM almost always fail.

Pushing roms from flashtool works but I couldn't find the JJ hybrid rom in a ftf format for flashtool.

At this point I will continue trying to get a custom rom onto this phone when I have time but it has dropped off my priority list as it is being so difficult haha.

Thanks for the help, hopefully sometime next week I will be able to go through some of these steps and get back to this post on what helped
[Xperia Arc Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hotfingers:
OK, thanks for the feedback. This isdefinitely weird...
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Kir3:
As the title says where are they stored. I think they are not in /system/ because after flashing ROM they are still there.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shimp208:
They are in settings.apk in the res folder in there youll find language files in xml files.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] r2d2-andras:
Settings.apk contains only own text. System wide languages stored in framework-res.apk

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shimp208:
You are correct :thumbup:, I was getting settings.apk and framework-res.apk mixed up.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Aasi167:
where language files is stores?

It can't be in setting and framework apk bcz both of the apk stores in system/ and after flashing ROM it can be replace but the language files still remains same.
[HTC Inspire 4G] hkwong:
i tried to install the aahk and it ran through all the steps and loaded the pd98img and now all i get is the HTC boot screen. i cant do anything in the HBOOT menu with the memory card install. when i take it out the memory card, recovery and factory reset doesnt work.

please help

thanks
[HTC Inspire 4G] bananagranola:
1. What does the HBOOT menu say at the top?

2. What was the AAHK output?
[HTC Inspire 4G] hkwong:
ace pvt ship s-on rl

hboot-0.85.0024

microp-0438

radio-26.09.04.11_m2

emmc-boot

apr 12 2011,00:55:45

aahk output? the last screen i recall it stated this will be the last reboot. then nothing

thanks again
[HTC Inspire 4G] hkwong:
maybe

well i found this had anyone had any results using this method

http://gbatemp.net/threads/htc-inspire-4g-unbricking-guide.313759/

TC Inspire 4g Unbricking Guide

In this guide I will be showing you how to unbrick the HTC Inspire 4g for AT&T.

Requirements:

1. Your bricked phone (of-course)

2. HTC-Sync

3. USB Cable

4. HTC Inspire 4g Gingerbread RUU

5. S-ON

Steps:

1. Download HTC-Sync from: http://dl3.htc.com/application/HTCSyncv3.0.5579.exe

2. Download HTC Inspire Gingerbread RUU from: http://dl4.htc.com/RUU_Ace_Gingerbr...60.25_26.10.04.03_M_release_200368_signed.exe

3. Install HTC-Sync

4. Boot into Bootloader mode and plug your phone into your pc

5. Run the RUU executable

6. It will take a moment to start, but when it does, go through the steps and it should start to flash the firmware

7. (Optional) Sometimes the process will freeze. It is ok though, open task manager, close the process, unplug your phone, pull the battery, and start over the process until you get it to work. (It worked first time for me.)

Then your phone should restart after it finishes flashing. Then your phone will be unbricked!

Thank you for looking and I hope this helps you in some way!

Original guide is from: http://answers.downloadatoz.com/q,14764,bricked-htc-inspire-4g-how-to-fix.html
[HTC Inspire 4G] ai6908:
You just need to flash a ROM. Doesnt matter how you do it, just do it.
[HTC Inspire 4G] hkwong:
flashing the rom is the problem. it wouldnt let me into the recovery. the steps above actually help. now i just need to root the thing
[HTC Inspire 4G] Gizmoe:
I notice the bootlaoder step is vague. It needs to be in fastboot. So select fastboot from hboot so that you see fastboot USB on screen then run ruu.
[HTC Inspire 4G] glevitan:
Your sdcard is corrupted and won't work as a goldcard. Get a NEW one or one that has not been improper dismounted. By the way, if you phone were bricked then you would have nothing to do. You just got stuck.

Get the new sdcard and then flash the PD98IMG.zip file that the Hack Kit downloaded (it is in the PD98IMG folder and it is usually called PD98IMG-GBx.zip, being x a number. Of course make sure that you rename it PD98IMG.zip once in the sdcard).

Then boot in hboot and wait to be prompted to update. After that, you will be downgraded, just re run the hack kit and you will be ready to go. SALUD!
[HTC Inspire 4G] willieamm:
I suspect that I have issues with my sd card. Can these issues with corruption be corrected?
[HTC Inspire 4G] bananagranola:
Not with the same card, as far as I know. You need to get a new one. The card tends to get corrupted when it's improperly unmounted.
[HTC Inspire 4G] gumby2033:
Bricked?

Recently tried to return to stock RUU via ace advanced hack kit. During the return to stock there was an error and my phone attempted to reboot. I currently can't get past the htc boot up screen. It powers on, shows htc screen, then fades to black. Attempted to hold power and vol button with no luck. Anyone have any suggestions how to bypass this? Can't get my pc to recognize my device so not really sure if I can push a new rom to it or not.

Thanks,

Ryan
[HTC Inspire 4G] bananagranola:
What do you mean by "no luck?" What happens exactly when you hold power and volume-down?
[HTC Inspire 4G] gumby2033:
The screen stays backlit but will not progress past that point. No recovery no anything.
[HTC Inspire 4G] bananagranola:
What was the AAHK error? Which RUU? Was AAHK up to date? Were you S-OFF? ADB doesn't detect your device?
[HTC Inspire 4G] gumby2033:
Radio downgrade failed. I attempted to use the froyo shipped ruu and was then going to upgrade from there. Yes I was S-Off and no can't get anything to recognize my device.
[HTC Inspire 4G] bananagranola:
I have a hunch that you may have messed your bootloader. Wait for tomorrow and hope glevitan shows up to verify/denounce my hunch and help you out.
[HTC Inspire 4G] Teichopsia:
Didn't he update the guide to reflect how to fix that issue? Not sure, can't remember.... too sleepy to check. :screwy:

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