yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] Stuclint:
Really!? That's weird! I didn't think it worked that way. I knew that a G4 on G3 = Brick, but I didn't think it would be a big deal the other way around. I actually had 'wizard love' ROM running on my Prophet long enough to do a hard reset through settings>clear storage, then I flashed Jesterz aku3.3 and unbricked the phone that way. Sometimes I haven't even been able to get to bootloader mode, just a black screen, and even then Jesterz AKU 3.3 step 1 just plows through everything and gets the phone back.

I just thought G4's were unbrickable anyway, oh well.

Bottom line is: This tool is HUGE! Thanks a million Prislav!!
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] Stuclint:
True I guess. I just have no fear of bricking my device anymore. Like I said with the wizard rom I thought it was bricked for sure, but after a week of reading on the forum here, and a couple of lucky PM's from nice folks here, the brick was a Prophet again.:)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] oko2600:
Good work.It's a new idea.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rondol1:
When I read this thread, I notice that the topic of hard/soft SPL goes above my knowledge. And I see that there are others with me.

Would somebody be so nice to explain what the difference is, and what the benefits are in plain, simple terms? I think many users (as I am for certain!) will be gratefull!!

Thanxxx in advance.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] magnet1215:
i have ipl:2.20.0001 and spl:3.08.0001

it works well

now spl becomes 2.G4.4pda
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] Da9L:
Year me too i don't have any idea what this is about.. :S
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] zeroed:
can someone make this thread sticky please,i just do not want it do dissapear after few days.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] desitunez:
HTC Wizard SoftSPL (sSPL) For G4 Wizards

FAQ:

What is SoftSPL?

-SoftSPL is a patched SPL that will temporary unlock your CID (untill reboot).

-It will be copied to your device and loaded (BUT NOT FLASHED!), the device is tricked to believe it has SuperCID (More accuratly g_cKeyCardSecurityLevel will be 0 ).

Why Temporary?

-1st because of warranty, since there is no CID block written, warranty isn't void

-2nd with this tool it's not necesarry to have a permanently unlocked CID.

-3rd it's safe, it doesn't flash CID block or IPL/SPL by it's own, but choose your ROM you want to flash wisely!

Isn't shelltool the same?

-no shelltool will strip the rom, and then flash it with pdocwrite, where sSPL is a bootloader which says it has supercid, thus tricking the RomUpdateUtility.

But can I make it permanent?

-Yes it can make it semi permanent, with HardSPL (it's the same trick, but now a patched SPL is flashed to device).

What does Soft SPL change on my device?

-nothing, it's loaded into memory. Only the ROM you choose to flash with the RUU will change your device.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] iassael:
can i now flash with 2.20?
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] zeroed:
this will overwrite your 3.08 spl,go for it.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] iassael:
could somebody please give me a link for the latest spl?

Thanks!
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] itech4you:
hi everyone

there is something that I can't find in the forum, are all prophets CID locked? if not how do I know if mine is CID locked or not?

thanks ;)

(very usefull patch Prislav)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rasanansa:
I have finished flashing the hard SPL but when i tried flashing Gullum's touch XB by lunching the bat file, it got stuck and i had to downgrade to WM5. Is there anything I am getting wrong? Like having to press a knob before flashing?
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
If you flash a shipped, carrier ROM, or if it was provided by a carrier, it will almost certainly be CID locked.

As far as I know, this will not damage your device if it is already CID unlocked, and so it is worth doing.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] digifan:
after flashed hard spl

white screen appeared once.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rasanansa:
I want to try crystal 5 do i just lunch the bat file or i first have to do something else. i have already flashed hard SPL
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
You need to see the WM6 upgrade guide: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=350033
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] elFahd:
omg this actually worked lol

i was afraid it would cause problems with 3.08, anyways my IPL is still 3.08 any problems with that?
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] vprabu:
Cool. It worked on my G3 iMate JAMin with SPL 2.20.0000. Nice work.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] kancrutt:
i have Dopod 818pro

IPL : 1.000

SPL : 2.15.000

its worth for me to do soft/hard SPL?, what the latest SPL for me? :confused:
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rondol1:
In practise, HardSPL only givs you advantage when you flash your ROM. Otherwise there is no need what so ever to change.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] kancrutt:
ok thanx :)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] bugsywabbit:
just a quick question - The previous STEP1 needed WinXP. May I know if I can use VISTA with this version? How about subsequent steps? After HardSPL, can I use VISTA to burn the new ROM?

Thanks in advance!
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] xvx45:
I never found patched RUU for Vista and Prophet, one for Wizard but not reconize the Prophet :(
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] DrForIslam:
thanx for great effort​
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] bernard.schockaert:
Problems

:confused: Hi all,

I'm new to this. Could some1 explain me what to do? I opened the HARDSPL G4 file, then pressed the Upgrade_SPL_G4.bat and than I pressed any key, but it says that it doesn't recognize InitializingCEcopy.exe , Sleep4 , ...

What to do? Is it because i'm working with vista?

Kind regards and thanks in advance!
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] matrix_reload:
How to back to SPL 2.15.0001?
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] Fady:
It would be gr8 if it could be patched to recognize prophet ....
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] milltronics:
Greetings , everyone .

Because of poor internet connection , I couldn't wait to read all above posts to know something ,

1. If I flash this Hard SPL , can I flash back my original 2.15.0001 SPL?

2. Is there some 2.15.0001 SPL resource for downloading available ?

3. Is there RUU software available in Vista ? I've tried the method introduced in this forum but it didn't work ...

Anyone , if you know something please share the knowledge and thanks a loooooooooooooooot !
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rondol1:
It's all written before (and before that) so I'll advice to wait and read. If your internetconnection is so poor, you wont be able to download anyway....
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] WhiteWizard:
Problems

I tried Prophet Shadow Touch 1.0 and stuck in bootloader, went to PDAVIET Step 1, and now I tried to upgrade my IPL/SPL, execution seems to fail:

IPL stills: 2.15.0001

SPL still: 2.20.0001

*****************Hard SPL for Prophet**************

** Make sure that your device is G4 before **

** running this patch!! **

***************************************************

Presione una tecla para continuar . . .

Start Time: 18:07:20,25

InitializingComando o nombre de archivo incorrecto

Comando o nombre de archivo incorrecto

Comando o nombre de archivo erróneo

..cerun: failed to execute program (30123)

.

***************** Done ! **********************

End Time: 18:10:00,79

Presione una tecla para continuar . . .
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rondol1:
It always helps if you execute the patch from your rootdirectory C:\

And make sure you run JumpSPL first on your PPC (white screen before you connect the USBcable)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] meykou:
please help me

please help me

I do hard spl then my phone displayed bootloader.

I did power off my phone but my phone dead.

please help me
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] _andre_:
any suggestions?

strange... :confused:

when I launch Upgrade_SPL_G4.bat, the prophet seems to not be recognised.

At the initialization, I have several dialog box with the message:

"No device Connected; Would you like to try copying again?"​

Then:

Initializing..cerun: Failed to connect via RAPI

.​

My prophet is: IPL 2.09 & SPL 3.08.0001 :o

zeroed,

how did you proceed??? :confused:

thanks for the reply.

Andre
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] zeroed:
are you sure that your device is G4? it seems to me that you have G3 flashed with G4 SPL am i correct???
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] _andre_:
yes it is a G4.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] milltronics:
I've flashed this Hard SPL . But when machine starting , it still shows "SPL 2.15.0001" on the screen .

I'm using an 818pro customized for Vodafone . Is there any thing wrong ?:confused:
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rondol1:
You did run JumpSPL on your device first, and connected to the PC with the famous white screen?

If you only just run the HardSPL bat, nothing will be installed.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] zeroed:
just to keep the thread on first page ...
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] MetalRush:
Bricked ?

Ok, I just tried to update my friends QTEK S200 with the Prophet Shadow 1.0 ROM. Unfortunately it did not work (tri-color screen at boot).

So I thought I try this Hard-/Soft SPL. Now I cannot even connect to the phone (it doesn't turn on USB, it seems).

After a reset, I hear my laptop 'ding' 2 times (like it connects but also disconnects instandly).

I am stuck at the Qtek (Keep the world in one) 'sky'-screen.

3 codes in the screen:

- IPL 2.10.0001

- SPL 2.20.0001

- GSM 02.61.21

Did I brick it? I really hope not... :(
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] rondol1:
No you didn't brick your device, you just didn't follow the procedure step by step.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] MetalRush:
You are right

You are right, rondol; I had to do some more reading before getting in this deep (as you stated in one of my other postings).

The phone is now flashed with the Mysterious ROM and functioning fine.

So the advise to other (future) flashers, from my side, is: READ before you start flashing.

As I understand it; it is almost impossible to brick your device (altho scary when it happens to you). So do some research before you flash your phone :)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] milltronics:
Thank you very much ! Now I know what I had missed . :D
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] giniman:
Hi,

I'm a bit confused and don't want to brick my device, that's why I'm posting...

So do I only need to run Upgrade_SPL_G4.bat (from hma4) for my G4 device, and than I'm able to flash the new rom?

As I can see in the .bat-file, the last step runs ROMUpdateUtility_NV_G4.exe, right?, so when RUU opens, can I choose the downloaded nk.nbf file of the desired wm6 rom, or do I first need to select the nbf file which is already in the HardSPL_G4.zip file?

I know, a couple of questions, but I've already read the whole thread and I'm still confused.

greetz giniman
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] zeroed:
same again :)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] congbaobao:
this is very easy and convenient

thanks the author and i have to say u are a genius
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] fstefani:
W A R N I N G : prophet bricking danger !!!!!

There is a risk with these utilities (i mean hardspl):

I ran the ROMUpdateUtility_NV_G4.exe on my G4 and it flashed a G3 ROM !!!!

In fact there were no nk.nbf in the folder where i ran the program but there were 2 files renamed: nk.nbf.g3 and nk.nbf.G4.

It seems the utility took the first one (G3) instead of complaining that the file was not with the right name !!!

Alas, my phone was a G4 !!!

It is bricked now (G3 SPL on a G4)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] demondotnet:
i had same problem please tell me how do you do to solve this ploblem. Y_Y
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
If using the 'new' upgrade method, you MUST read any relevant threads (this one, the WM6 updgrade guide stick etc.) BEFORE trying to do anything.

Can you enter bootloader maunually?

The SPL is not that shown after hard SPL, so you have not succeeded in this process.

As a general principle, if the numbers on the boot screen have SPL: 2.20.0001 or similar, you MUST hard or soft SPL your device befoe flashing a new WM6 or 6.1 ROM.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] onderbirol:
program memory low error

Firstly,

Use HARDSPL and upgraded SPL to 2.G3.4PDA and then install rom

But,

when i open audio manager software i've taken "program memory low-> select task to close -> Audio manager" message every time..

and need to restart my pda.. this is so boring and stupid!!

Plase advise for fix this problem.. Thank you all..
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
That is an issue with the ROM you are using rather than a fault caused by HardSPL. Try changing the ROM.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] pepeng_kalywete:
hi guys, when i do hard spl, do i need to remove my sim and memory card first? thanks in advance.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
no. you shouldn't have to.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] pepeng_kalywete:
ok thanks:)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] bh1construction:
this is sooooo cool!!!

thanks
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] selcuk_kucuk:
according to "bigger number wins" rule about spl structures there should be someone editting spl numbers to bigger or newer to help us to flash new spş whicch fits our devices.....
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] Gomoz:
Sorry, I can't delete this post
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] ahwaztaxi:
anyone here knows how can I get back to the original spl 2.20 from the hardspl that I have now ?

because my device takes 15-20 seconds more to reboot and I think its because of this new patched spl ...
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
You will need to flash an official WM5 ROM. I can try and extract the SPL from one, but it may well brick your device...
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] dayat11:
hi all,i've dopod 818pro prophet,i want upgrade my pda with any ROM,before that i used to HardSPL it,my device G4.But when i execute file HardSPL.bat my pda won't change SPL,and now i'm stuck at 3 colours,RGB mode,what should i do now?i'm stress bout it.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
First, read this.

And then read the WM6 Upgrade sticky at the top of this sub forum.
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
When you get the white screen, it is a temporary bootloader that lets HardSPL be flashed properly. On the white screen, start the HardSPL process (if ActiveSync can synchronise at this point, the HardSPL won't work!)
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] l3v5y:
Yes! It does solve that issue (unless it's an SD card based issue).
[JAMin, XDA Neo, S200 ROM Development] YetAnotherForumUser:
Running Linux on the Prophet now...

OK, good to hear, I'll give it a try then (having made an r2sd all backup what do I have to lose...). More interesting is that I'm currently running Linux on the Prophet (with the ugly but functional GPE shell), see if I can get a bootable image of that...
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] dmb219:
I've had some stutter with music playback through my bluetooth speakers. I have 3 and it happens with all of them. I have a subscription to Spotify and noticed it there. I tried Play Music and it stuttered too. I put a few albums on the phone to see if that made a difference but it didn't. It's not bad, just here and there but enough of a problem that I'm not going to put up with it. I did a reset but that didn't help. If it's a bad phone, I'll return it. I would think if others have had a problem I'd see someone commenting on it. Has anyone listened to music via bluetooth and had either an occasional stutter or a smooth experience? I've used the speakers with my Moto X and they've been good so I know they are ok. I appreciate any comments. I love the phone but need my BT tunes.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] AndrasLOHF:
I've never used Bluetooth and have not had an issue here or there. It happens with every device out there. It comes with the territory of using Bluetooth.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Mdizzle1:
I have to disagree, my xperia z3 was awful for this. So far I have not had any issues with my Pixel XL and I use it for my 1 hour commute twice a day aswell sporadically throughout the evenings/weekend. Could range be an issue for you? or perhaps a crowded 2.4GHz band?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Smallsmx3:
I have the same issue. I just assumed it was the crappy headphones I use. It happened on the 6p I had. Seems it happens mostly when I put my hand on the glass window like I'm causing interference
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] dmb219:
Thanks for the reply, my phone is a few feet from the speaker and there is a stutter every few minutes. I'm at home, not a lot of network traffic. Apparently not a problem with others judging by the lack of comments. Thanks again.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Mdizzle1:
If you have any xmas lights or similar (we have decorative LEDs) close to your speakers or between your phone and the speakers these can have an affect. I had to move my WiFi hub last Christmas as the Xmas tree was causing havoc!
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Scott:
I have the same issue. Rare but it does exist. This phone or the O/S is noted for B/T issues.

I have SkullCandy headphones and a 2015 Huyndai Veloster Turbo and it happens on both.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ohmegosh:
Listening to music on BT headphones.

I've got a Huawei watch attached over BT. As long as I don't add a 3rd device playback is fine for me.

If I add a 3rd device, typically either a Mac or PC (e.g. Surface) then every 30 seconds or so there will be a stutter. Even though those devices aren't sending audio, there is enough chatter to cause an issue.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] billykxda:
Yep - BT audio skips with my BT headset and 3 different BT speakers. All of these BT devices worked perfectly with previous phones, and I listen to music quite a bit, so it's truly a accurate comparison.

I have contacted Google and they have only suggested the most obvious things - none of which had any affect. Tossing cache, tossing all pairing and re-pairing. Latest was a Factory Data Reset and I just don't have the time for that now. Other Pixel owners report that same BT issues - some with pairing (which I don't have) and skipping/dropping signal.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] dmb219:
I've found that 2 of the 3 speakers I have stutter, the ue seems to be OK. My son's Pixel had the same issue so it's not a bad phone. I guess I need to decide if I'm going to put up with it or not.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Mdizzle1:
A cheap chromecast audio would fix this for you
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] lythix:
I've noticed similar issue. Bluetooth stuttering. S7 never did it. Pixel xl does. Reboot phone fixes it for a while.

Might be Spotify memory leak. Not tested if Google Play also does it but will test that.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] FSOP:
Same issue here with the bluetooth in my car
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Okmed:
I have noticed the same problem a couple times, I cannot pin it down. I though it was the speaker, which is a fairly cheap one. I will test it more and see if I can find a pattern?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Smallsmx3:
I just think BT for Android needs to be worked on. Same behavior on Nexus devices.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] dmb219:
As someone pointed out a while ago, turning off wifi seems to stop the stutter. That causes you to keep an eye on your data use though. Hoping for a fix.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Okmed:
I will try that but I stream music a lot, that would seem to run up a lot of data.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] dmb219:
Yea, that's not a very good solution.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Smallsmx3:
My old headphones were BT4.0. the new ones I just got are 4.1. so far my newer ones dont stutter when I cover the glass. I still get some stutter here and there but i think that's just interference.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] neles86:
I have not experienced any issues with stutter or connectivity when streaming to my Lexus GS and paired to my LG watch - while using GPS/Navigation/Waze. I came from the HTC 10 which had MAJOR issues with this combination.

-Pixel XL (NDE63V)

edit: spelling
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] aspexil:
Sorry to resurface this thread. But I'm noticing this problem with the Pixel XL too. And I know it is the Pixel XL because I use the same BT devices with my Nexus 6 with zero issues. Sorry, somehow entry went before I was ready.

When it stutters a complete restart fixes it. And I can cause it to stutter by turning the BT device off then back on. When playback resumes the stutter is back. How can Android be so messed up with BT in 2017?
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] CZ Eddie:
The only time my Bluetooth has ever gotten choppy is when I was using WiFi to stream and reception got flaky.

The only BT issues I've ever had on Pixel were the same as every other phone.

Sometimes I have to reboot before it'll pair with new devices.

And very occasionally I may have to reboot before it'll repair my car when the car BT turned off and back on, like turning off the car for a moment.

BT technology in itself is a little flaky and I can't wait for a newer, better tech to come along that does the same thing but with more reliability, better pairing options and longer range.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Dwnshft:
I have this same issue on my LG G6 and was looking at trading it to a Pixel XL.

Is this STILL an issue or does anyone know of a fix??
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] fatapia:
I have a 2014 tacoma, ue boom, jbl earphones and none of these skip with my pixel xl. I used to have a range issue but one of the updates fixed that for me.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] 3aucla1r3:
MIne was skipping/stuttering on the initial and up to May stock OS but with June and now with Pure Nexus June edition, doesn't happen anymore. Something in the June version fixed mine. Working great paired with KIA Bluetooth Audio (KIA Optima 2014)
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Dwnshft:
Can anyone else weigh in on their recent experiences? I'm looking at doing a trade tonight, but I don't see the point in doing a trade if it won't fix my issue. Really, other than the bluetooth issue, I like the G6.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] parakleet:
had the issue way back when fixed.

Then resurfaced with May update

fixed with june

no reason to believe that it will not break again and get fixed again.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] Lcsglvr:
just bought the pixel today, 6/29/17. Updated to 7.1.2 (the update was waiting for me, so I figure this is the latest update).

This bluetooth issue is still present. It's terrible!

I'm going back to wired headphones for time being
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] f1ux:
I raised a car for this issue with Google and carried out several debugging tests with them. They acknowledged the issue and said it will be fixed in a new update .

I was still having the problem on the latest android N but I haven't noticed it yet on the android O beta.

It's caused by open WiFi networks that are 802.11N

More details here

https://xdaforums.com/pixel-xl/help/potential-issue-802-11n-networks-t3557249
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] ASimpleSock:
I can get it to stutter if I hold the phone in a specific way. (Try squeezing it upside down...) Otherwise, I haven't had a problem.
[Google Pixel XL Questions & Answers] 3aucla1r3:
After I posted yesterday that it was no problem, today I was driving listening to music on a rural road and then came to a little area with several stores and what do you guess happened? Started stuttering. Popped up "wireless networks available" at the same time so I think f1ux's post above is right on the money.