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[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
i have HTC ONE M8 with following boot properties

[IMG="boot Image"]https://drive.google.com/file/d/157x1WjlhbzG-Nqp7dc3nOtLQYQIj8djW/view?usp=sharing[/IMG]

***Software Status: Official***

*** LOCKED ***

M8.WHL PVT SHIP S-OFF

CID-11111111

HBOOT-3.19.0.000

RADIO-1.09.20.0119

OpenDSP-v38.2.2-00542-M8974.0311

OS-3.30.651.2

eMMC-boot 2048MB

OCT 9 2014,21:03:31.33162

HBOOT

when i perform OTA i says my device is already updated but my Android Version is 4.4.4

i want to update it to latest possible android version.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
You have the US Sprint version. Which won't get OTA unless you are connected to that actual carrier (Sprint).

To update with official RUU, you can get it here: https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2729173

If updating to the latest (last) which is Marshmallow 6.20.651.3, then you will need to flash the 6.20.651.3 firmware, before flashing the RUU (peculiar requirement for flashing US Marshmallow RUUs). The firmware is also included on the link above.

Also note that your device may have an unbranded (not Sprint based) ROM installed by a 3rd party seller, in order for it to appear like an "unlocked" device. If you don't see any Sprint branding, such as Sprint logo on boot, Sprint apps, etc.; then it is likely that it has an unbranded ROM installed.

The RUU I linked will install official Sprint-branded ROM, so you may or may not like that. If you don't like the Sprint branding, after flashing firmware/RUU, you can go down the path of flashing a custom ROM (which support the Sprint version M8). But that is another process, and the firmware/RUU needs to be run even in that case, as your firmware (radio, WiFi, etc.) need to be updated to run the current custom ROMs, anyway.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
in the mentioned website there are alot of RUUs

which one should i use. i have downloaded the first one under

0P6BIMG RUUs

heading (i.e 0P6BIMG_Sprint_HTC_One_M8_Harman_6.20.654.3_RUU.zi p) is it right for me or should i download another RUU?

Also there are alot of Firmwares FUU

1. Modified

2. Modified removed boot and recovery

3. Full

4. Signed Full

which one is better for me please tell me.

also which one should i install first RUU or FUU?

Another thing will i be able to run the Radio in new android 6 because currently radio app is installed but it does not work at all

Can i install Android Nougat?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
I already suggested 6.20.651.3, so I don't know why you are wasting time confusing yourself. If asking for help, please try to read/understand more carefully; instead of asking questions that have already been answere, and making me repeat myself.

6.20.651.3 is the RUU for the "regular" (non-Harmon Kardon) Sprint version. 6.20.654.3 is the Harmon Kardon edition RUU. The only difference is the HK (software) mods. In actuality you can flash either one, since you have SuperCID (11111111). But seeing as your current version is non-HK (3.30.651.2), that is why I picked that one.

4.xx RUUs are Lollipop. Since the goal is to be updated, I would assume you want the latest possible, which is Marshmallow.

zip or exe format RUU is up to you. But for the zip format, you either need an SD card, or know how to use fastboot (and you will need the htc_fastboot instead of the "generic" Google fastboot, which cannot handle the large file size of the RUU).

For exe format, PC is required.

"Modified" firmware remove either recovery and/or boot.img. The main reason for using a "modified" firmware, is if you want to keep a custom recovery, or the current boot.img (kernel). Neither of those apply in your case.

My recommendation would be to flash the signed full firmware.

Again, this is a question whose answer I already stated in my previous reply. You need to flash the firmware before flashing the RUU. Otherwise the RUU will fail.

There are 3 different methods for flashing firmware: FUU, SD card method, or fastboot method. Which you use if up to you. But SD card method (obviously) requires an SD card. And fastboot method required you knowing how to use fastboot.

I don't know. Flash the firmware and RUU and see if the FM radio works.

There is no official HTC Nougat (RUU) for this phone, if that is what you mean.

If you like, you can try a Nougat (or Oreo) based custom ROM after updating the firmware/RUU. But as I previously said, flashing a custom ROM is another process altogether. After flashing the firmware/RUU, you would then need to unlock the bootloader, flash custom recovery TWRP, then flash a Sprint M8 compatible custom ROM of your choice.

Better to take things one step at a time. Update firmware/RUU first. Then go from there, if you like.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Dear i have installed the marshmallow firmware (0P6BIMG_Sprint_HTC_One_M8_6.20.651.3_RUU.zip) from firmware Update Utility FUU. My computer Screen says that the firmware has been installed successfully. My M8 is stuck on the start HTC Logo and on bottom of it powered by android is written . Please help me what should i do now.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
You are not following instruction properly. You do not flash the RUU using the FUU!

RUU and firmware are two different things!

Flash the firmware (53 MB) first (using FUU, as it seems that is the method you've chosen to flash firmware).

If firmware flash is successful (you may need to flash it twice if you see an error "flush again immediately), then flash the RUU (1.5 GB). Do not use FUU to flash RUU! Since you've chosen the zip format RUU, you need to flash RUU either using htc_fastboot, or SD card method. Otherwise, download and flash RUU in exe format.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Ok my mistake i wrote wrong, i have installed the FUU only the 53mb file and now it is stuck on the logo what should i do? i havn't installed the RUU. Only Firmware is installed. and also when i goto the bootloader it says OS-2.16.254.4 i dont know how did this came from. i copied the Firmware File renamed it to rom.zip and install as stated in the tutorial (6.20.651.3 Signed Full Firmware...(fastboot flashable))
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Stuck on HTC logo after flashing signed firmware is normal and expected, as it expects RUU to be flashed immediately after.

However, the OS number is

not

normal or expected. It should have changed to 6.20.651.3. I think you mean OS number 2.16.654.4 as there is no version 2.16.254.4 that I know of. Please make sure you type these kinds of number correctly, as they are very important, and telling me the wrong number is extremely confusing!

Check you downloaded the right firmware (6.20.651.3) and flash it again. If you are still getting 2.16.654.4, then the file must be the wrong one. Try the "unsigned Full" firmware 6.20.651.3
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
how to install the firmware without usb debugging enabled. as i have said that i cannot go to the settings, it is stuck on the logo screen.

yeah thats my bad. its os-2.16.654.4
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
You flashed the firmware before already, you said (even if it was the wrong one 2.16.654.4). Why would debugging make a difference now, if it didn't before?

Flashing firmware doesn't require debugging. Everything is done by fastboot, not adb. adb needs debugging, fastboot does not.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
I have done the firmware with firmware update utility tool. not by fastboot. Can you please guide me how to do it with fastboot?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Doing it with the FUU is fine. The FUU still connects via fastboot, and doesn't need adb, as far as I know.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
When the program ARUWizard.exe runs it says no device is connected. i used HTC Android Phone Firmware Update Utility 2.0.12.2014
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
It worked before, so it makes no sense that it doesn't work now. Try another cable, or another USB port. Make sure the phone is in bootloader-fastboot mode.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
The first time i did it wasn't in bootloader. only usb debugging was on and nothing else. phone was on. it is again on the logo screen.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
OK firmware installed now how would you suggest me to install the RUU?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Honestly, I haven't used the FUU. But if it's the same as RUU, it works in fastboot mode.

Or just try fastboot or SD card methods. The instructions are on the thread you got the firmware from.

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I gave you the options, and the differences between them. Make the decision yourself. I don't even understand why you are asking me this question.

The RUU is similar to the FUU, but even easier. Just download and run it. So that is probably your best bet.

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How about explaining what you did different to make it work?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Actually i am a newbee i didn't knew that firmware can be updated in fastboot mode. i just did as you told me to do. Now i am installing the RUU from the .exe file. lets see what happens now. Thanks for ur help.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Rom Updated Successfully, Now Sprint Logo came and then htc logo, after that the phone turns on, then it got stuck on Hands Free Activation, and keeps on rotating the Activation. and its been half an hour its doing that.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Forgot about that Sprint Hands Free Activation crap. So you can't get past that, by pressing home, back, or anything like that?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
No i cant go further its stuck here
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Annoying! From what I'm reading, the only solution I've found requires root. You can't be the only person with this issue, without root!
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
If you do want to go the route of unlocking the bootloader, custom recovery, and root (or alternately, flash a custom ROM), as I mentioned, it's a bit of a process.

The following guide a good one: https://xdaforums.com/htc-one-m8/general/vomerguides-m8-bootldr-unlock-s-off-t2800727

But it is a bit outdated, and you will need:

- Current version TWRP from here: https://dl.twrp.me/m8/

Follow steps to unlock the bootloader and flash custom recovery. From there, you should be able to use TWRP's file explorer to disable the Hands Free Activation.

Alternately, once TWRP is installed, you can flash a custom ROM without the Sprint branding (or hands-free crap). But you will want a ROM that supports the Sprint version M8.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Please correct me if i am wrong,

First i unlock the bootloader as described in the steps from link 1

then install TWRP from the second link

then install the custom ROM

are these the steps that you suggest?

Which one is the ROM that supports Sprint version m8, where to find that.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Correct.

There are many:

https://xdaforums.com/sprint-htc-one-m8
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
As i told you before i am a newbee don't know which one should be installed. Please guide me
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
https://xdaforums.com/sprint-htc-one-m8/development/rom-nusenseven-marshmallow-sense-7-6-12-t3266870

Do i need to update the firmware also? i want to intall the above ROM, if the firmware is also needed kindly tell me which firmware should be installed with the above mentioned ROM
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
How can i install the TWRP, as i can not go to the developer options, i am stuck in the start.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
I can not find the best ROM for my HTC One M8 , Please Suggest me the ROM which is best suited for me, along with the firmware.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cytherian:
Don't be concerned about "best". You want the "appropriate" ROM. You received a modified phone, as the info provided has S-OFF and you're a "newbie", so it's a bit suspicious about where you got your phone. It is best is to just make the phone functional. Redpoint73 was very patient with you and provided all you need to know. Go HERE for updating your ROM to stock: RUU Firmware Sprint HTC One M8.

Plain One M8 (no Harmon Kardon): Sprint_HTC_One_M8_non-HK_6.20.651.3_RUU

HK One M8 (has Harmon Kardon): Sprint_HTC_One_M8_HK_6.20.654.3_RUU
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
hey there i was using this HTC for over a year just wanted to update it i didn't know how to do that thats why i post a thread and yes Redpoint7 helped me alot i appreciate that i havn't said once that he didn't help me, after installing stock ROM my phone got stuck in HANDS FREE ACTIVATION Screen i wanted to ask now what ROM should i do to avoid that crap. and after installing the custom ROM my network signals are not working at all. every thing else is fine just my network signals are gone now i want to ask some suggestions and solution for that.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
I can't really pick a ROM that is best suited for you, as I know nothing about your usage patterns, preferences, etc.; except for the fact that you are new to modding phones, and want something more "updated" than what you had before (Kitkat). Best I can do is make a guess. And if you don't like it, don't blame me!

Just looking through the Sprint-compatible ROMs, you might check out the following one. It's "stockish" (not too many mods, customizations) but also not based on the stock Sprint ROM (so should bypass the Handsfree Activation, and also not have the Sprint bloatware). Please note, that I haven't personally ever even used this particular ROM. So again, just looking for a ROM that meets the basics requirements, as I see them.

https://xdaforums.com/sprint-htc-one-m8/development/rom-nusenseven-marshmallow-sense-7-6-12-t3266870

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It's actually not that suspicious. We've seen quite a lot of Sprint (and other US variants) that are exported to other countries, and are made s-off by a 3rd party vendor/seller, in order to unlock the SIM. Back plates are usually swapped to remove carrier logo (like Sprint logo) and a non-branded ROM is installed to remove carrier splash screens, apps, etc.

It's not the best situation for buyers. In fact, some of these variants like Sprint are IMO horrible for users in other (non-US) countries. And selling highly modified phones, to folks that have no knowledge of those mods, can put them in a dangerous position.

But nonetheless, it happens a lot. I've probably helped dozens of folks in a similar positions that had a modified Sprint (or other US variant) M8, and had no idea of the fact.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
I have successfully updated my M8 with this ROM but now my network signals are gone there is a CROSS over the signals and it doesn't go. i tried restarting many times but no luck. also my phone restarts itself every 30-40 min, kindly help out, your help is much appreciated.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
No idea why that ROM has that problem. Again, I can't vouch for specific ROMs, I was just making suggestions based on the basic request for stock-ish ROM with no Handsfree Activation. Just pick another from the Sprint M8 Development section. Or install the stock RUU, root, and deactivate the handsfree activation.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
How can I deactivate the handsfree activation?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=52338942&postcount=6
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
there is another problem i just saw, my imei is unknown in the settings and also when i dial *#06# nothing pops up?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
also i would like to ask Where to type this command i am not familiar with commands.

it is stated to wrote this command

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=50392144#post50392144
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
You don't need to type any commands, if you do it by TWRP method referenced in the page I linked (that post subsequently links the page with the command method - but you don't need to do it that way).

In more detail:

Boot TWRP

1) Go to "Mount" and check the box for "system"

2) Go back to main TWRP menu (home) and select "Advanced", then select File Manager

3) In the TWRP file manager, navigate to: system/app

4) Find the file named HtcOMADM_SPCS.apk

5) Rename the file, such as to HtcOMADM_SPCS.bak

You can probably just delete the apk. But it's generally a good to keep a backup (by changing the extension to .bak) of system files instead of simply deleting them, just in case you want to restore it for some reason.

6) Reboot

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I don't know what is causing that problem.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Can i do the deactivation method wothout TWRP?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Why? Other methods would be more complicated. Such as the command prompt method, which you were already confused about (where to enter the commands).

You have to be rooted to deactivate Handsfree Activation, which I've already clearly stated multiple times. You need TWRP to root; so TWRP is a prerequisite anyway. Plus, you already have TWRP installed, and using it. So I don't understand the problem with the TWRP method. The process described is very simple. So why are you taking something very simple, and trying to make it harder?

Or if there is something specificallyyou don't understand about the process, ask. But if you were able to unlock the bootloader and install a custom ROM, you can certainly handle removng an apk using TWRP.
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Okay i have done this in TWRP

i have renamed the file, there were no specific file as described, the file name in my phones were

HtcOMADM_SettingsPlugin_SPCS

HtcOMADM_Tool_SPCS

i have changed the extension from .apk to .bak of both but its still stuck on handsfree screen
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Should be an apk there somewhere. I can't look myself, as I don't have the Sprint version M8. And even if I did, I don't run stock carrier ROMs for this reason (bloatware crap). So you'll either need to experiment,

or maybe take some screenshots of the files names, and we can take a look. As long as you don't delete any files, and just change the extension, anything you do should be reversible. Or worst case, flash the RUU again.

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Try changing the extension (to bak) for htcsetupwizard.apk or vDM client, per the threads below. One of the threads is from the M7 section. But worth a try, anyway.

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2701286

https://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2776604
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
Phone Successfully Turned on But the problem is no signals for my network. i Have attatched some pictures please have a look is this suppose to happen ?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] redpoint73:
Did you enter the APN info for your local carrier?
[One (M8) Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alinazir:
no i dont know about APN info, i guess the reason is there are no identities for my phone present in settings as described earlier, no IMEI, no MEID. and every thing is written unavailable.
[General Questions and Answers] himz90:
Dear Sir/Madam,

I have Motorola X Play. I use my SD card as Internal Storage and I took all backup in this Card and I made Factory reset my mobile. But now that SD Card I cant Detect in any devices like PC or other Android - non-android device.

Can you suggest me that how can I can get my data back that Card.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S7 Questions & Answers] ishandxb:
Dear All,

I am writing with a lot of hope that someone would help me. I have a samsung galaxy s7 from at&t running right now on android 7.0. I got this phone from someone here in uae and it was locked. i tried paying a famous website to unlock it however they were unable to do that.

I request for help from someone to guide me how to root the phone and install a custom rom to unlock the sim card network so i am able to use this phone. I am an amateur however in a desperate situation to unlock this phone as i cannot afford to buy another phone. I know the risks of getting the phone bricked and i am ready to take the risk also. I have read the threads of muniz r however somehow those files are do not get downloaded. please if someone can help me.

Baseband Version: G930AUCS4BQE1

Android Security Patch Level: May 01, 2017

Regards

Ishan
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[Xperia Z5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Trace.Oneil:
Hello everyone,i would like to know if there is a way for me to port the camera app with its settings etc from my Xperia Z5 onto a friends Xperia M5. Both phones have a 23mp camera and its the settings etc that are available to set the camera on my Z5 that we want to install on my friends M5 so that he can better set up his camera for taking photos with.

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[HTC Tornado] sharedworld:
Hi,

I would like to know if anyone has PDAC hebrew (WM6) in his Tornado.

If so, could you please share with me the files SEGOE.TTF and SEGOEB.TTF that are in the \Windows\ folder.

I need them to test an application in hebrew, because the ones that are on regular ROMs do not have the hebrew letters inside.

I do not need bidi support, that's why I'm not buying the software in pocketpc.co.il. I just need the fonts.

Thanks!