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[HD2 General] famewolf:
This is not a warez board. Copilot is $30. Since google is apparently to much for you to handle two other options are Navicomputer and Opensteetmaps both available on XDA when you bother to do a search.
[HD2 General] HTC-187:
you don't have to be condescending. I obviously don't have as much experience or "know how" as a lot of you guys, hence the reason for my questions.

I don't see why I would need to buy a program to get maps installed on my SD Card so that I can view them instantly (without loading them from a network)... also, I didn't know what "warez" was (but I just googled it to make you happy).

I guess what I really would like, would be to have googles maps PRE-LOADED on my SD. I just want to be able to find my location if I'm out of cell service (or whatever provides the data used to load google maps).

Thank you guys so far for your recommendations. any other info, etc will be greatly appreciated.
[HD2 General] sirphunkee:
Both of the apps famewolf mentioned above will come very close to that (and are free), they just use a different map source. The second one he mentioned is actually called OpenMobileMaps, but it does use the OpenStreetMap.org's database. Here's the link for that one:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=597957

Now, I googled "caching google maps" (on the full 'net, not just xda), and the 3rd link that came up was this one:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=351001

I have no idea if it'll work on the HD2, but I think it's the closest possiblity available to exactly what you're looking for.
[HD2 General] Phantoms:
Also note that if you want stuff for free, you're going to have to do a little work. You will not find the easy installed, easy setup, works perfectly and exactly as you'd like it too apps that you can "sometimes" find in payware apps. With free apps, the more complex the app, the more fiddling and setup you'll have to do on your own.
[HD2 General] famewolf:
My tone was sharp because you started out by asking for "hacked versions of these programs" and not for freeware/shareware. It's also generally considered polite to do a search via XDA first before requesting aid...you get even more help if you say "I did a search and found blah blah and blah but they are not giving me exactly what I'm looking for...anyone have more suggestions".

Another alternative that might work for you, but only if other folks are submitting map updates in your area is http://www.waze.com/

"Waze is a social mobile application providing free turn-by-turn navigation based on the live conditions of the road.

100% powered by users, the more you drive, the better it gets. "
[HD2 General] z3bum:
Garmin Mobile Xt runs nicely from the 16gb card that came with my HD2. Preloaded the North American Map onto it and even some other bluecharts, hiking maps and a couple of EU cities.

Mobile XT uses the AGPS chip in the HD2 and picks up satellites fast. It stays connected farly well. Only thing it won't do is speak street names.
[HD2 General] themonkbythesea:
GPS w/turn-by-turn & can use offlie maps for hiking?

I'm not new to XDA or PPC, but new to GPS software, jargon, and usage. So forgive me noob question, but I've been reading for days and still a little confused. Features and limitations and jargon on all these sites gets overwhelming. Basically, I'm looking for a GPS software that runs from SD as well, but with 3 more important features/questions:

1. turn-by-turn voice navigation for car use

2. load offline topography maps for hiking, maybe even geocaching/tracking w/altitude, speed, distance, etc.

3. search engine or preloaded POI searching

I understand iGo, TomTom, CoPilot do the car nav and I understand Navicomputer, OpenMobileMaps, and Litetrack do the offline maps and geocaching, but is their an app that does both. I think from the above post z3Bum stated Garmin XT does this so i'm wondering if I missed the big picture and all the 3rd party GPS apps have ability to view and load offline apps and maybe even have geocaching and tracking with all the distance, altitude, etc. goodies. And if so, do the 3rd party apps allow you to load only their maps (if they have them) or can you use maps from other sources?

Do I have to use 3 different apps to achive this (Google Maps = search, TomTom = voice turn-by-turn, NaviComputer = offline geocaching/tracking) or can I do all this with one app? I've been reading and learning for hours and a couple of days now, so I might just be burnt out and everything jumbled, so I apologize if this is an dumb question, but any help would be appreciated. Thanks and hopefully I have not taken post to far off topic.

Edit: got Garmin Mobile XT and it does everything I need it to do. Had to use a little workaround found on XDA to allow me to view multiple maps with Mobile Xt (city nav maps + topo maps) and now I'm happy as can be.
[HD2 General] nikoskavliaris:
iGo 8.3

It's nice navigation program. You have to pay for it. But google it, you will find it somewhere in a forum cheap ;)
[Droid Incredible Android Development] n_i_x:
UPDATE: If you've used this script to root in the past you should redo it again. A new payload has been released with an updated su binary which allows Superuser.apk to work properly!

I wrote this for someone on IRC...

Figured others may find it useful.

It's a helper script to somewhat automate the root process and guide you through most of the steps.

Requirements:

adb in path (or copy this script to the same location as adb)

To use:

extract

chmod +x adb_recovery_helper.sh

then

sudo ./adb_recovery_helper.sh

If adb is not in your path:

cd to /path/to/androidsdk/tools

export PATH=$PATH:`pwd`

Enjoy!

Updates:

Version 1.3:

- Updated payload

- Added AdBlock hosts file option

- Using local files instead of downloading

- Superuser.apk is no longer optional

- Less commands to run in adb shell due to payload update

Version 1.2:

- Change /system/bin/su perms to 6755

- Added optional Superuser.apk

- Added optional WiFi tether drivers

- Changed wording of instructions a little

Version 1.1:

- Added option for custom recovery install

- Prompts the user to see if the payload worked and allow retry
[Droid Incredible Android Development] suzook:
and how do we use this?????
[Droid Incredible Android Development] phoenx06:
Nothing happens when I chmod +x it
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rynosaur:
if there's nothing returned then it was probably successful, check the file with ls adb* -las

Thank you very much for this script, NIX!
[Droid Incredible Android Development] AndroidBruce:
to use,

extract to ~/androidsdk/tools

chmod +x ~/androidsdk/tools/adb_recovery_helper.sh

then

cd ~/androidsdk/tools/

sudo ./adb_recovery_helper.sh
[Droid Incredible Android Development] jrebeiro:
Thanks for the instructions.

sudo should not be required in most cases (definitely not on OSX). On Linux your udev rules may require you to be root.

Also, you do not need to be in the androidsdk/tools folder if adb is in your path.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] AndroidBruce:
i was just sort of being as 'verbose' as possible for the 'newbs' you know?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] determinato_1969:
Great job, _n_i_x!

+1
[Droid Incredible Android Development] vapehooka:
i've used avd manager with platforms virtually but have not been able to set up the instruction file forr usb support. Could someone post the files needs and or a walk through for the inc. usb set up. thank you
[Droid Incredible Android Development] BigBoogerRed:
How many reboots are you finding it takes as I have done dozens of reboots with no success as of now.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] vapehooka:
is this working before or after its seen as 2 usb drives
[Droid Incredible Android Development] zerf:
Just a FYI this script can be run in windows also if you install a program called Cygwin which basicly gives you *nix commands for windows. I was able to run the script fine. I couldnt get adb in recovery(never have with windows only mac) but just thought I'd let ya know incase you want to change the title to show you can do it in windows too....

Google cygwin and its the top result. I can't post links yet or I would.

Then in the middle of the page there is a "install or update" link.

Install the program and run it. It will open a cmd but with green text.
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mariolopezjr:
Okay, so I know I can add Windows Live, AIM, Yahoo!, etc. accounts to contact details. Then, when I go to the contact, I can supposedly 'click' on the say Windows Live to chat, but when I do, nothing happens. Am I missing something? Does the Nexus One come with the applications built in or do I have to download them? If I have to download them, what would be your suggestions?
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MaximReapage:
I got ebuddy...works great (facebook chat is iffy sometimes but everything else is flawless)

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[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] SBS_:
I've used Nimbuzz and Fring and they both work just fine for your IMing needs.
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mariolopezjr:
So I guess Android doesn't come with anything preloaded?
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] tonyx3:
Yes that's correct. The only chat/IM capability that the Nexus One has embedded in it is Google Talk, and that's only because it has several Google Apps included with it.

Technically, none of those are included in "Android." Android is the Operating System.

Curious, what gave you the impression that all those other clients were supported by the Operating System on the Nexus One without running an app?
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mariolopezjr:
Well, because when I added them, it says Chat with Windows Live and you can click it, but I guess it has the functionality to 'hook' onto an application that actually supports said chat service? I guess I should of known. XD
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] futango:
+1 for ebuddy.

You create a free ebuddy account and all your IM logins to account. I have AIM, MSN,GMAIL, FACEBOOK. all in my ebuddy account. So when i login to my ebuddy account all those IM apps are logins also.
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] futango:
The only thing preloaded is Gtalk.
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rjhay22:
Try meebo! Its pretty good.
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] diversificationied:
You are 100% correct. After you install an IM client, it'll load the app you installed when you click "chat with.." through contacts.

Gotta love android intents.

Now if only yahoo/msn/aim would create proper push im clients for android....grrr
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] D200P13:
+1

meebo doesnt require a login except for a yahoo,msn,gtalk,aim,etc.

very nice to see it grouped into 1. i have all on ONLINE group so when i sign in everything is grouped together.
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] rjhay22:
Best one I've tried so far. Besides the one that came on Enomther's ROM. :-)
[Nexus One Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MvP77:
The first version of android on the g1 had a default app. Some devs cook it into there roms. Don't know why google removed it out was better than any other in my opinion.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
I thought that this should get its own thread. In light of recent events, i am now trying to try to port froyo to the dinc. If anyone is interested...well notify me
[Droid Incredible Android Development] calhounhusker:
YES! Most Def.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
I already have one person on my waiting list, so i take it that u want to be on my list, too?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] shoman24v:
Can you add sense to it...? Of course with the option to run it when you want :)
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rynosaur:
I agree 100%, nothing against the N1, but I would have gotten one if I liked the UI--I had enough of it on the G1, I'm glad to have a very fast sense and would like to keep it with 2.2!
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
I for one dislike sense. I prefer the stock vanilla ui, but if i can port sense to froyo than i wont hesitate in doing so
[Droid Incredible Android Development] chadstone30:
si senior.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] hoop762:
vanillia Froyo all the way!!
[Droid Incredible Android Development] shoman24v:
Of course, sense with an official release of Froyo
[Droid Incredible Android Development] Skapunker:
I think this is a no brainer, most if not all want froyo :)

I like sense, but I would take it either way
[Droid Incredible Android Development] kosmoskid:
A de-sensed froyo would be great. Even a de-sensed 2.1 would be nice. I really like the vanilla android
[Droid Incredible Android Development] seanhassars:
i'm definitely interested in some froyo action on my inc
[Droid Incredible Android Development] KidJoe:
If not full Froyo, at least its version of the gmail app to replace the stock one on the INC...
[Droid Incredible Android Development] E30kid:
Vanilla android is awesome. I miss it after coming from the droid.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] JakeEv:
I've been waiting for froyo since the day I got this phone! So yes, count me in for wanting it! :)

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] andrew53517:
You've already got me on the waiting list ;-) keep up the good work! :)

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] DeeBG:
I agree, which is why I don't completely understand why it needs it's own thread and why it's in the development section instead of general (since you are pretty much taking a poll).

If you are really going for a 2.2 port, I suggest getting together/talking to already well-known porters/Incredible coders if you aren't already, as a similar task may already be going on and the more the merrier (also faster =p).
[Droid Incredible Android Development] seanmcd72:
+1 It's almost like asking if we want root... I doubt too many are hoping to install 2.0 or 1.6 on the phone.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] minibowmatt:
Froyo allows rotation of the main android screens right? I hate that when my Inc is in my car dock(landscape) the main screens never rotate!

So yes, once I can get rooted, I would love Froyo for my Incredible. (I like sense too!)

TY
[Droid Incredible Android Development] tsailor1:
Hey rr12106 I would love to have froyo when its ready. Thanks for the effort.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rynosaur:
I would like me some RC29 on my Incredible -- I raised all sorts of hell once we got that DREAIMG.nbh ;) I guess all the leakers at HTC/Google/Tmo got fired and now we're left to fend for ourselves?:D

I want a MT3G_Slide Port w/JIT, F--- all the other wingdings, those can be installed/pushed on if the framework is right.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] Gimpeh:
How do you plan on getting Froyo on the Dinc with the Nand locked down?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] mini_monsta:
Ummm just use a different launcher that allows the rotate. I use the helix2.

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] rynosaur:
I'm sure it'll have something to do with luck, just like rooting seems to rely on ;)

A locked NAND doesn't preclude new/modded ROMs, it seems Koush has already written a testkeys recovery. I believe a locked NAND in our cases means no fastboot access and no cross-flashing images -- correct me if I'm wrong.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] Gimpeh:
It does not overwrite the existing recovery though. Once you reboot its back to the stock recovery unless you follow the original steps again.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] andrew53517:
Yeah but we'll get it to stick eventually. So then it should be okay right?

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] Gimpeh:
The reason we can't get it to stick is cause of the nand protection. Until there is a way around that we are out of luck.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] dephtones:
Sorry if this is a dumb question, but can the Nexus One update.zip prerelase of Froyo 2.2 be used to do something on the Incredible once it's rooted?

Or is the update.zip for the Nexus One tied specifically to that hardware?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] andrew53517:
Oh joy. That'll be fun getting around lol. Thanks.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rynosaur:
I'm sure once the remanufactured units start shipping for warranty returns, SOMEONE will get a DI with a testing/engineering recovery left installed and report it/dump the NAND, at which point we'll all be good to go. That's what happened for the Dream/G1 and I assume it happened before that and since. I'm not worried, but it's a fantastic device anyhow and I won't die without root!

Will anyone or any kittens die without root and a fully unlocked NAND/SPL?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] andrew53517:
Is that the only way to unlock the NAND? Waiting for a leak? Or could we potentially do it through hacking?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] dtully808:
I would love a stock 2.2 froyo! Its all I've wanted, I absolutely hate sense and the htc apps.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] ludeboy:
YES!

Froyo. No sense please. Vanilla with Nextheme would be sweet.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] E30kid:
A more suitable question would be, "who doesn't want Froyo?"
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
This is true
[Droid Incredible Android Development] ZOMBII MATT:
No absolutely not. I cant stand Froyo.

/sarcasm
[Droid Incredible Android Development] m1k3-:
haha i'm with you.... that 4-5x faster stuff is for suckers!
[Droid Incredible Android Development] DeeBG:
Pre-compiled or bust! =p... it looks like this will turn into a race between the hackers/coders and HTC officially releasing 2.2. I've avoided learning Java like the plague for years, but I'm getting so much use out of Javascript (not the same thing, I know) with HTML5 demos and jsquery-like scripts in general I may as well pirat- *cough* go out and buy some Java books to read up on (I saw a few on Amazon that were targeted at Android 2.x beginners and were published by the same people I learned most of my higher level iPhone skills from).
[Droid Incredible Android Development] compuchef2k:
+1 sense is for people who can't use a computer. Bring on a stock 2.2 or even 2.1 Rom. Calling all chefs.....

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] theoneownz:
Sign me up
[Droid Incredible Android Development] DigitalDementia:
Is this a legitimate question? :P
[Droid Incredible Android Development] AwsmAdm:
i would like froyo, no sense.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
I dont plan on modding my dinc. I feel as if the porting problem is froyo itseof. So im modding the froyo into something that can be verified and installed by a non rooted dinc

;)
[Droid Incredible Android Development] m1k3-:
Uh... so you're basically implying that you have HTC's signing tools.

...or that you know a way around having to sign roms at least.

A lot of people are spending a lot of time trying back door methods to write to the nand. If you have a signing tool,or know a way around needing one, you should share it with the community so those people can stop wasting their time.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] yourfriendwayned:
Yeah me want froyoz so give us the signing tools or show us the tools or we will hunt you down haha
[Droid Incredible Android Development] th3drow:
just got rooted :D want froyo bad
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
Idea

I have an idea for froyo port. Send me a private message and I'll tell u how
[Droid Incredible Android Development] MAD450r:
sence Ui nah

I prefer vanilla myself, but if it were possible to pick and choose what part and when I would want to use it, then Maybe i'd like sence a bit more. Otherwise I find it just slows the phone down alot. Just my opinion so please dont flame me over it.

I'd take froyo either way but Im sure the over the air one will have sence so It'd be nice to have our choice of a vanilla version for guys like me that would rather pass on the Sence UI.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] barry1685:
I do I do I do euuuuuuu
[Droid Incredible Android Development] fibofan:
I do

I interested as long as it's a daily driver...

I don't really want a Froyo that doesn't have GPS, or the camera or something not working right...

I'd settle for that Davlik Jit running on 2.1 for now :D
[Droid Incredible Android Development] igm503:
@skapunker

thats what she said. sorry couldnt resist it:i think sense would be great running on 2.2
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
Pm me if you want the method to port froyo
[Droid Incredible Android Development] alexdw369:
Im new here, so sorry if this is a dumb question, and no offense to OP, but is this typical behavior for a developer (?) here on XDA? Asking a poll-style question and then insisting that any interested persons should contact them via PM for info they don't seem to otherwise have any support for actually having?

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] mellojosh:
I agree with this. This should be posted for further development! The PM thing seems odd.:confused:
[Droid Incredible Android Development] m1k3-:
It seems odd because he's almost certainly lying.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] andrew53517:
I pmed you, I'm excited to look it over.. and flash it!

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[Droid Incredible Android Development] ZOMBII MATT:
+1 for Kenan and Kel reference ;]
[Droid Incredible Android Development] :
Great, here we go again.....:rolleyes:
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
Method to come
[Droid Incredible Android Development] m1k3-:
Jake is that you?
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
This is NOT Jake Day! I have a method of porting froyo, but it require root, which I don't have yet do to sd card choice. I only know what to do with the port because it requires similar things as the root...like rooting adb in recovery.....it's just not perfected yet. That's y I'm asking for pm's. I don't want to post anything that is not perfected. I have only released the method to people interested in testing. I have released a partial method to someone, but I have since revised the method several times to make it run better. I'm trying to root the phone right now so I can reap the benefits of froyo. The reason why I am not releasing my method is that i fell that there are some selfish people in the android community (not trying to flame anyone) who don't deserve to have a good method of porting froyo. I don't thonk anyone who posted anything on this thread is selfish, and I think everyone on this thread deserves froyo, so I will release my method when I have root on my phone so I can tweak what needs to be tweaked. I am not lying about froyo, but I need to wait until root is achieved on MY personal dinc, not a friends, not someone elses, but my htc incredible. I am confident that the method will work, but I need root to be certain. I am testing the method but again I need root. If you want, you can pm me or wait until I successfully root the phone, test the method on my own phone, and release it.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] m1k3-:
Well if your 'method' works and you've already let people know about it, it's gonna get out to the public anyway.

This is a forum, dude. The point of this entire site is collaboration. That is severely curtailed when it's only happening over PMs.
[Droid Incredible Android Development] rr12106:
If people are interested in testing froyo on their incredible, they have to pm me because I am not publicly releasing it until all bugs are worked out. My release was to people interested in testing only, not everyday users
[Droid Incredible Android Development] heavensblade23:
It's not like you're the only person that knows how cook a rom.