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[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] misticjeff:
Oh such a large and yet small world we live in... small in the fact that in the U.S. we never look outside our own country for better ideas.

In most (not all) of the world "outside the U.S." the customer goes to one of many stores and buys the coolest, neatest, blingyest, superduper phone he/she wants. Then that customer "shops" for the services and plans they want from a variety of carriers.

This leads to better service and choices since the carriers have nothing to do with the phones. So, if you could buy the EVO, you could then decide who has the better plan(s) to meet your needs. Oh, did I mention that you are not locked in to 2yr agreements! It is a month to month thing so the carrier must be on their game to keep you by making sure they're not dropping calls, have competitive rates, etc...

T-Mobile is actually doing this finally and in my opinion it's wonderful. (i know, opinions are like belly buttons, everyone has one) I can buy any GSM phone and take it to T-Mobile and activate it on a month to month plan. (Even More Plus) If the GSM phone happens to include T-Mobile compatible 3G frequencies then all the better but it's not required (unless you want 3G service)

So... wouldn't it be nice if we could buy the EVO anywhere we wanted and then have Sprint or ATT or T-Mobile or Verizon have to actually compete for our business and see who would give us the best plans, customer service, etc????

Ahhh... one can dream!
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] :
Um, every carrier has a trial period. Sprint is the longest I believe, but everyone has at least 14 days to try before you buy.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chazglenn3:
Not all carriers are totally free, however. Some have "restocking fees" when you return the equipment. That is one of the reasons I decided not to switch to Verizon and get the Incredible when it was released.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] xcom923:
that would be Idea but you're forgetting one very important fact. in the US we have GSM and CDMA carriers. the reason why we don't get a choice with the phones and the carrier (for the most part) is because of this split. if they all used the same type of network I think the market would naturally evolve to be like that. Also keep in mind people in other countries don't have the carriers pay the tab on the phone. Here we are so used to getting phones cheap that most people would have a heart attack if someone said they would have to pay for their new phone out right.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] misticjeff:
It's a matter of conditioning yes... however, the fact that we have both CDMA and GSM doesn't matter in the least.

Example: HTC releases a new phone called the MegaSonic. They have one that carries the GSM bands (very doable, just not ever done) and a CDMA version. Remember that many phones are already released on both technologies anyway, just rebranded.

You buy whichever flavor you like. Some prefer CDMA voice quality over GSM but whatever reason, you buy whatever phone you like.

Now you go shop for your carrier, and since we have a new model we also have more than the big 4 carriers involved. We have local carriers and the Big 4 all trying to get your business by being competitive, both in pricing/plans and in service.

Almost forgot... now that the phones are not being subsidized by carriers, the phone manufacturers have to also be more competitive in their pricing since there will not be the "exclusivity" that's involved today.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] newone757:
wrong chief. every other carrier makes you pay a prorated amount. So youll pay for 14 days worth of service, about half of a regular month. sprint does not, its ALL free

incase you need proof

http://mobile.engadget.com/2010/03/...ee-eliminates-all-traces-of-buyers-remorse-w/
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xenithflare:
You mean if you're trying to commit fraud by buying a subsidized phone, then cancelling the contract and walking away paying less than you would at full price? Yeah, I suppose that would be a downside. At the same time, it does three things:

Protects Radioshack's ass(ets)

Protects Sprints ass(ets)

Prevents scumbags from using loopholes to screw everyone

AT&T offers a prepaid service that is separate from their contract-based service. They also offer separate phones (though you CAN use a real phone) and plans that differ drastically from their contract plans. As far as I know, Verizon is the same way. I was referring to what someone said about using a contract plan on a month-to-month basis with a new account; no one offers that. Everyone forces a contract with ETF if you want contract plans.

As for T-Mobile and Metro PCS being "real," I believe I gave my reasons in that same paragraph. Like I said, I used to sell T-Mobile; their coverage looks extensive, but when you zoom in you find that a VAST majority of their coverage is partner-based, and in their T&C you'll find that if you use over 50% of your service in a partner area, they can terminate you. Also, there are no T-Mobile stores or phones able to be sold in partner-covered areas.

For example: Des Moines, IA a 3G T-Mobile area, and you still get coverage 120 miles away, in Cedar Rapids. Yet CR is entirely a partner-covered zone, so while T-Mobile technically WORKS, you cannot get your phone serviced, replace your phone, or start service. Hell, if RS didn't accept payments, you couldn't even pay your bill in-store!

My point is this: T-Mobile caters mainly to prepaid customers. One look at their plans will tell you that. They aren't widespread enough to qualify as a true full-service carrier; anyone looking to travel will be in for headaches. Not to mention that changing your plan still counts as a contract renewal. They're closer than Metro PCS, but just barely.

I also want to point out that I WISH cellular service worked in the US like it does in most other countries around the world... our market has degenerated into our society wanting only the "free" phones, which has led to outstanding degredation in quality. We insist on getting the cheapest everything, so that at this point change is almost impossible. It's saddening...
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] heygrl:
No they're not the same way. AT&T offers no contract options just like Verizon. Verizon will let you see the prices of the phones based on the contract length you want, which is 2 years, 1 year or month to month. Go on their site and you'll see.

AT&T's maps look really good too until you turn it onto "GoPhone PAYGO" - lots of roaming coverage is gone because GoPhone pay as you go has no roaming capabilties.

Less than 21% of T-Mobile customers are prepaid or wholesale. Stop talking out of your backside with unsubstantiated garbage. I won't even respond to the rest of your nonsense. You need to utilize Google and update "what you know" because you're beyond outdated.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] clubtech:
at&t, verizon and t-mobile will allow a new customer to buy a phone full price (or from e-bay or wherever) and be on a month to month contract.

I have done this will all 3 providers, as a new customer.

The ONLY provider in the US who is not allowing this is Sprint.

I bought the I/O EVO full price just to find out i can't get on the network on a month to month which might make me sell the phone and not sign up at all.

Your loss, Sprint.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Xenithflare:
When you have to resort to insults, it turns your integrity into a laughingstock. Especially when you obviously didn't read a single sentence of my spiel.

I specifically stated you could use a real "contract" phone on a prepaid plan, but you would not be able to activate a new account without a contract. I have tried this myself, and so have many of my customers, to no avail. Granted, this was within the last few years, so perhaps they've changed something in the process?

Verizon Wireless Month-to-Month Plans

The month-to-month price of phones you saw is simply the full retail value of the phone. The plan, however, is a completely different thing if you aren't currently a Verizon full-service customer. Methinks you're misunderstanding something I'm saying, possibly even on purpose, given the insults.

Also, I never said anything about the coverage of AT&T or Verizon's prepaid networks. Naturally, being prepaid, they aren't going to give you access to partner-covered areas. I assumed this was a given.

T-Mobile has also had quite a few issues with their customer base this year. So far they've continually lost postpaid customers, and gained a substantial amount of prepaid. 500,000 prepaid customers is nothing to scoff at; 21% may seem slight number-wise, but when you break it down that is a LARGE number of prepaid customers. I'll admit to choosing my words poorly, no doubt having confused the cursory examination you gave it; however, I urge you to read it again. I stated they mainly catered to prepaid services, not that they are mainly comprised of prepaid services. So, I will apologize for the confusion.

Anyway, just felt the need to prove myself against an unneeded and woefully incorrect insult. My e-peen feels better now.:p

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[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] m_hawk_1:
[ ] Knows what fraud is.

[x] Wasted my time.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FranksRedHot:
Yes, it did.

Google "verizon goes month to month". I'd post the press release myself, but xda wont let me post the link.

If you have VZW compatible equipment, you can start month-to-month postpaid service whenever, and terminate it without incurring an ETF. Which begs the question, can/will Verizon activate an EVO ESN? Would it work with their 3G?

I would pay the extra $ to avoid a contract, if for no other reason than to throw my stone of dissent at Sprint's policy. These contracts need to go away.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FranksRedHot:
Exactly. Ever wonder why a netbook can cost $200 but a smartphone with nearly identical components retails for $500+. Subsidies. This market is broken.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] heygrl:
You don't get it, and you won't because you choose to be ignorant.

You don't even know the difference between month to month and prepaid, they're not the same thing.
[EVO 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] psx2p:
that sentence is just full of fail my freind....

your iphone IS allready outdated and the EVO will more than likely be outdated by Fall, thats how Technology works, but buying a new phone everytime something better comes out is crazy, that would be like updating your PC EVERYTIME a new compnent is released. this phone will be solid for at least 2 years to come, dosent mean there wont be better phoens out because like I stated above there will be and theres nothing anyone can do to stop that.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] AllanJH:
What is the best app for backing up contacts, text messages, contacts, and, if possible, system settings? I've heard of PIMBackup but I didn't know if it would back up all the stuff on the HD2.

EDIT: I want an app that backs up to the storage card, NOT an online service.

EDIT2: Freeware

Thanks!
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] ryanleehammond:
Microsoft MyPhone works pretty well for that
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] AllanJH:
I mean an app that backs up the data to a folder on the storage card.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] gerhardvr:
Sprite backup is very good

I've been using it for a long time to backup to SD card. Can set schedules and create auto install backups so that you do not even need it on the phone if you want to recover the backup.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] FRANQ_23_PL:
Indeed SpriteBackup is best backup app. Restored backups having all this what you select to backup. If you perform full backup and restore it after new ROM instalation, then you have exactly the same settings, files and other stuff like b4 ROM instalation.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] davej:
Resco Back up

Been using this for ages.

Very robust and flexible. It has saved my butt countless times.

I have detailed the use and "how to" for a previous post:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=5993369#post5993369

Have a look. It is a $$ item but you can always go for the trial first.

God Luck

DaveJ :cool:
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] dudu7559:
I'm quite sure that it won't be so. If you launch either SpriteBackup or Resco Backup getting a file and then you flash a new ROM, nobody makes sure that the system will work as well as expected. Newer ROM might have different settings or different driver versions and it will be necessary not to overwrite them in case the system gets stuck.

So, if you need to back up, make sure to save and restore all the items which don't affect either system settings or drivers.

I know retyping all the settings gets your goat, but there isn't another way out of it....... It's better off not to make mistakes and reinstall one application or patch at a time.

Cheers :)
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] FRANQ_23_PL:
Holly words. I forgot to tell about this. Performing full backup with tool like SpriteBackup is ok, but like you say, if new ROM was added, then when restoring should be selected only data like contacts, calendar, appointments etc., otherwise (when it's just refreshing system with HR, on the same ROM) performing full restore is best choice.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] Fame123:
hi

what about spb backup is that any good?

thanks
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] Chrisloy:
SPB backup is good, i am using it currently :)

There are several options for you to choose .... "Full backup" / "Custom backup" / "Scheduled backup" / "Restore backup"
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] Fame123:
thanks for reply will check it out.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] FRANQ_23_PL:
The same options have SpriteBackup.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] iarapilot:
I am sure they all are good. I use Sprite Backup. Have backed up and restored many times. Also just upgraded my ROM and then did a restore where the phone was the same as before the ROM update.....except for the new ROM, of course.

Also, Sprite has an HTC deal for 19.95...

http://www.spritesoftware.com/products/sprite-backup-htc-special
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] johnboatcat:
I use Sprite and it works fine. I already owned it so

just ported it over from the old phone. Just remember to check your settings before you do a restore and back-up. They seem to change. It also forgets it is registered and I have to re-enter the user name and pass code after a hard reset to restore. The process complete message also is hard to check the box ok. They just need to make the target bigger.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] carl1961:
thing to note, before playing with roms, download the latest stock rom update for phone, because you will have to flash it, then use your backup.. you need the rom you used to backup with so you do not mix roms, been there and had that problem, lucky I had my rom on sd card, so what ever your backup tool you need the rom it backed up. also the only thing they can backup is what is on phone, it does not backup the rom install
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] chrisnz1947:
have used Resco for at least 3 years now, on 2 different phones and across 4/5 rom versions, very good product, I have even restored files on my HD2 that where backed up on my kaiser.

also restores across rom versions on my HD2 no problem (backed up under 1.66 restored under 1.72)
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] vc.57:
SPB Backup....:)
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] ebeam:
I tried Sprite for several months, tried restoring backups, there was always some problem or other, the most common being that after a restore the phone would randomly not switch on, requiribg a soft reset.

I've now tried SPB, and so far, it seems perfect. Also easier to use.

My 2p's worth.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] Vexian:
resco backup works fine for me
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Themes and Apps] Im Packing:
I use SPB Backup.

- Allows you to do a full back-up including storage card to phone/storage card.

- Allows you to skip previous back-up files

- Can create a stand-alone file

- Can customize restore your full back-up like PIM, Text, Email, Documents, BUT leave out system files when doing a ROM upgrade.

The list goes on and on...
[XPERIA X2 General] ninoy08:
where can i find installer of skype for my x2? i have nimbuzz but when i call when they answer the call..they cant hear me and i dont hear them.. :confused:
[XPERIA X2 General] yummy-fun:
sorry had to delete link
[XPERIA X2 General] yummy-fun:
just a heads up, today when i tried to launch skype it gave me a message say "skype for xperia mobile application is not designed for this device" when i made a few angry calls and spent a few hours hours on google i've come to the conclusion that skype has fully dropped support for windows mobile devices. so the skype app i posted DOES NOT WORK but i have found an app called fring that allows your to use skype but i haven't tried it yet. well sorry about the bad news and good luck to anybody trying to get skype to work.
[XPERIA X2 General] ViktorA:
Skype for EXPERIA X2

In Russian firmware R3AA035 (last at this time)

not working IP telephonia: skype or sipnet, voice from the microphone blocked on hardware or drivers level.

Not working sound recording during a telephone conversation, too blocked at the hardware or driver level.

Do not operate a missed call indicators.

I find the time and will return to court for compensation, would recommend to everybody to do likewise.

It's a joke SE?

why do I pay for it?

Skype no more support Windows Mobile, you can use old version (worked on other phones WM)

h__p://rapidshare.com/files/425930184/SkypeMobile.CAB

, or use other VOIP client for example FRING
[XPERIA X2 General] MonsterMash:
It had almost 1 year that fring does not work with skype account...

I know only 2 other skype clients for winmo: Nimbuzz and iSkoot.
[XPERIA X2 General] ViktorA:
Fring can ringing on skype and skype can ringing on fring(additional settings needed), but not from XPERIA X2.

Sound from microphone of X2 is blocked or scrambled or something else.

I can hear only a part of words on good WIFI connection.
[Nexus One General] D200P13:
i just noticed that when i press the power button to sleep the phone and lock it while the camera is on (video) the keys turn off for a sec then turn back on and stay on. dont know if its a battery drain but worth informing i guess.
[HD2 General] dasinc:
G'day people,

I was wondering if anyone would be able to tell me what the filename is for the initial setup that is run when you turn on the HD2 for the first time?

The reason I ask, is that I have noticed that if you hard-reset the phone, go through the install without using wifi, the auto location update stuff doesn't seem to work (for me). But if I hard reset, go through the initial setup using wifi, the auto locate does update.

Anyway I am playing and have hard-reset, but wont have access to a wifi network for the next week or so.....

So....lots of dribble for the original question! Does anyone know what the initial setup file is called?

Thanks in advance!
[XPERIA X10 General] mspl:
Hello,

Suddenly discover I can't use inbuilt facebook app from last night.

Giving error.

Please help

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[XPERIA X10 General] ptesmoke:
mine wouldnt load my wall for the last 3 days but its now working again :-)

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[XPERIA X10 General] arcticreaver:
It's a Facebook issue. I have a nexus one and it gets the same problem and error message.

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[XPERIA X10 General] onuris21:
I guess it could be due to the recent privacy policy saga and they are undergoing some revamp to their servers, thus the errors.
[XPERIA X10 General] Phantasm4489:
its ok again now
[HD2 General] blooregard_q_kazoo:
Never noticed this on other WinMo phones...

(BTW im on the stock ROM) If you look in your temp folder (file explorer->temp), there is a screenshot picture file, and it seems to come back at random times throughout the day if i delete it.

Also, there's that SMSLister.LOG file, which is all your txt messages.

I dont want to sound paranoid, but is tmobile spying on me?

Why is there random screenshots of my phones use in there along with all my txts. Kinda weird...
[HD2 General] sirphunkee:
Bump

I'd really like to know this as well :cool:
[HD2 General] blooregard_q_kazoo:
i keep deleting them, but they keep coming back :(
[HD2 General] khaddem:
SMSLister.LOG file: is TMO monitoring your txt msges?

Wow, this file: SMSLister.LOG file is scary. I just checked that on my phone and yup it recorded every txt msges i rcvd and sent since i have the HD2. I will call tmo tomorrow to find out and will let you know.

Do you think it is considered invasion of privacy?
[HD2 General] sirphunkee:
Well I'm sure it was authorized in the small print of something we agreed to somewhere, but I have no idea where or what.
[HD2 General] rlee008:
check out...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=660101

rlee
[HD2 General] blooregard_q_kazoo:
that def works, it fixes the text log, but wonder how to stop the screenshot pics from happening...
[Dash 3G, Snap ROM Development] mylakerye:
Ok, I'm kind of at my wits end. I've already bricked a Sprint Snap, and I'm trying to get HARD to display on my tri-color instead of 0000 before I try ookba's rom again.

But I can't. I've done everything correct. SDA application unlocker - auto.bat from the JockyW thread, JumpSPL and boot Rom Update Utility. Every time it goes to a 100%, but once I reboot and then hold volume down I still get

CEDA200

SPL-0.34.0000

MicroP-Willow#C (LED) v58B.

No luck. I've tried hard resetting my phone with brand new factory settings (my old 6.1 was heavily modded). I've tried XP and Vista. No luck. When I confirm jumpSPL my screen goes black. Then I run RomUpdateUtility while the screen is black. Is that right? Please advise me, I'd love to have 6.5 on my snap.
[Dash 3G, Snap ROM Development] Johnny_BV:
Please use the correct version of Hard SPL, suitable for your phone!(S 511). Above all use Jump SPL (depending on your SPL version) and follow the prompts in the DOS window. Just press space bar. On your phone, screen will turn black this is NORMAL!Then free to interact in any way with the phone and without disconnecting the phone from the PC will need to run Hard SPL.Again attention, according to your platform (S511).After all this if all is well you should install the favorite ROM .

Good Luck!!!
[Dash 3G, Snap ROM Development] mylakerye:
i have followed these steps

I have started the romupdateutility with the black screen and it completes to a 100 percent. however my tricolor splash screen doesn't change.
[Dash 3G, Snap ROM Development] Johnny_BV:
Strange ...Something is wrong there.Try on another PC, make sure Active Sync or Windows Mobile Device Center is working properly.But most importantly try another JumpSPL and HardSPL, those you have now may have errors or can be corrupt file.Had happened to me with my old Diamond.
[Dash 3G, Snap ROM Development] mylakerye:
what is supposed to happen?

The .0000 should say .HARD if the flash was successful right? If a phone is HARDSPL then it won't change after a hard reset right? I really can't get this to work... is there a newer jumpspl I should try? Everytime RomUpdateUtility completes with the black screen my phone reboots and nothing has changed
[Dash 3G, Snap ROM Development] mylakerye:
DAMN

I just bricked my second snap by trying a different version of JumpSPL, really really upsetting. I can't believe I did that again, all I wanted was my device to be HardSPL and now its a paperweight. UGHHHH no phone certainly isn't better than stock 6.1... I'm probably done trying to 6.5 this damn thing. I'm going to replace it and never mess with it again. Thank you for trying to help.