yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[HD2 General] DAMIEN123_666:
ok heres the simplest way to explain it.... install bsbtweaks and turn on my superfine tweak... next set the camera up like this (only for macros not for all images as u need a different setup for other types of images)

WB - "sunny" dependent on ambient light

iso auto - "100iso"

5M resolution

wide-screen OFF

touch focus ON

super fine quality

contrast +4

saturation +3

sharpness +4
[HD2 General] donkeypunch85:
How have I not seen your camera tweaks before?! Ive tried to take many macro shots before and there was always something wrong about them. Just tried the method quoted and what do ya know? Clean, high quality photos!! Thanks!!
[HD2 General] DAMIEN123_666:
well thankyou, please share ur result so others can see and we can all have better quality pictures :)

ps use the touch focus to set the focus to the object and move the object off center for good DOF :)
[HD2 General] wangiles:
Now wouldn't it be great that these settings were saved in some kind of profile that we can actually choose w/o the need to do it manually. hehe. Anyway, thanks damien.
[HD2 General] donkeypunch85:
No prob, will do. Going hiking tomorrow so Ill see what kind of random stuff I can photograph.
[HD2 General] DAMIEN123_666:
THANKS PEOPLE

ill get some more picture also
[HD2 General] horusgod:
That's great result considering lens quality of the HD2 and the least distance of focus. I love macro pictures but I usually obtain them with a Nikon and macro objective, so I can think to bring some "shots" even when I've only phone with me :)
[HD2 General] donkeypunch85:
Just got home. Have some new pics to add... Will get them up tomorrow!
[HD2 General] horusgod:
Today I've tried, this is one result as from the phone, only resized for posting :)
[HD2 General] DAMIEN123_666:
some new ones from HD2 camera phone on Friday i should have my 550d so cant wait to get some proper macro shots with the tamron 90mm woho :)

its gona be weird as with my HD2 i basicly have to get as close as possible to get macro shots and soon i can sit back and shoot from a distance how weird lol
[HD2 General] tomthemd:
Just Amazing!

I sit a lot in a library and take my camera to take pics of some texts that I need.

Now all I need is my super-great HD2 to take pictures (YEEEY)

Thanks for those tweaks - im mesmerized with the results !!!
[HD2 General] PointZero:
Anyone know the camera specs for the HD2? I'm interested in the aperture. I know that the iPhone 4 has a f/2.4 aperture. How does out phone fare?
[HD2 General] troed:
Then "Wizcode PhotoCopy" should be sumthin for You ! Since I bought it (20 $) I use it almost everyday and it replaced my pen-scanner completely. Converts into PDF automatically and You can combine multiple shots into one PDF.
[HD2 General] jellyfisher:
nice

here is mine. no tweaks.
[HD2 General] DAMIEN123_666:
how big is that bug as ive never seen or bin able to fill the screen with a bug that big u sure its hd2 matey
[HD2 General] sumflipnol:
An encounter with that bug would be a nightmare...just sayin'.:eek:

Most of my macro shots are also text. I'm too lazy to bring big/heavy books home so I just take pictures of the pages I need.:p
[HD2 General] perfectknight75:
here's a few of my shots all straight from my HD2
[HD2 General] trilbyfish:
Wow those red squirrels are really tame, and sooo cute!
[HD2 General] perfectknight75:
its an Island full of them! they were at a local bird hide so i guess they are used to food being around - i just tried hand feeding them and voila! until he nibbled my thumb lol
[HD2 General] ASCIIker:
to the OP! i've written the following tutorial...if you agree with it, you can move it into your first post after making any modifications that you feel:

First, the references:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=598952

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=734347

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=584765

The Basics:

DO NOT USE Auto ISO

DO NOT USE Auto White Balance

DO NOT USE Wide Screen mode (it reduces things to 4MP and we want the full 5MP)

The Basic Defaults:

Keep ISO set to 100

Keep Contrast, Saturation, and Sharpness to +3,+3,+3. some people like to keep it at +4,+3,+4.

Keep Auto Focus ON

Keep Touch Focus ON

Use "Super Fine" mode...see the "Downloads" section below.

Keep White Balance set to "Sunny" at all times, except as noted in the "Scenarios" below.

Avoid Auto Flash. Keep the flash DISABLED if you tend to shoot mostly outdoor daytime shots. Keep it ENABLED if you tend to shoot DIM/DARK scenarios.

The Downloads:

Get BSBTweaks and enable "Camera Superfine". This reduces the JPEG compression in Super Fine mode and gives significantly better results with a 15-20% increase in file size.

The Scenarios:

You would want to adjust some of the above settings according to the scenarios below, macro or otherwise:

Daytime Outdoor Shots OR Indoor Shots with BRIGHT lighting:

ONE STEP: DISABLE the flash and you're good to go.

Nighttime Outdoor Shots OR Indoor Shots with DIM lighting:

TWO STEPS: If VERY DIM, ENABLE the flash and change the White Balance to "Fluorescent" to minimize the yellow tinge caused by the flash. If you forget to change the White Balance, this can be fixed in post processing. The picture will be yellowish but the noise level will be LOW. Noise is tough to fix in post processing!

TWO STEPS: If NOT SO DIM, keep the flash DISABLED and increase the ISO to 400...ISO at 800 is just horrible, avoid it like the plague. Keeping the flash disabled and increasing the ISO allows you to shoot reasonably in available light without glare or overexposure caused by the flash.

NO LIGHTING AT ALL:

TWO STEPS: ENABLE the flash and change the White Balance to "Fluorescent" to minimize the yellow tinge caused by the flash. If you forget to change the White Balance, this can be fixed in post processing. The picture will be yellowish but the noise level will be LOW. Noise is tough to fix in post processing!

Enjoy! Its surprising how much the results improve after tweaking.
[HD2 General] SpottierPython:
I believe this will be very helpful. Thanks ASCIIker for sharing such great knowledge. I have a small question here. Can i enhance picture quality in Panoramic Mode. :)
[HD2 General] donwhann:
some really nice pics in this thread aswell as some good tips which i never knew about. ill gonna put them to the test over the next few days, i'll post the results.......
[HD2 General] kashinoda:
This entire thread should be stickied and/or referenced some where so more people can find it.

Excellent work guys, got some cracking pics now :D
[HD2 General] donwhann:
this was at the bottom of my garden........
[HD2 General] BABA MAI WUDIRI:
nice job, keep it up
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] Dreddge:
one thing I love about my 360 is that it will stream music from my pc. Is there an app for android that will allow me to do this on my evo?

Thanks advance
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] omegasun18:
I really wish there was a zune app for android as well that let me stream/use my zune collection however since it is microsoft owned and run i highly doubt we will ever see it. May have to switch to rhapsody soon and stop streaming from mp3 for the ability to stream from phone (mp3 player has a lot more music to choose from so I think it would be much more worth while to have the streaming capability on the device with less music)

any way if you find a 3rd party app or some way to do this please post it
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] Lugoues:
I would recommend Subsonic(subsonic.org). It would need a dedicated computer to run on and host your music files, but you would then be able to stream your entire music library anywhere that you have an internet connection.

It does have some quirks but for the most part its pretty awesome. It even comes with an android app but you will have to 'donate' to use it.

Edit: Guess I should mention that you wouldn't be able to play protected files, and afik you would never be able to unless MS released a Zune pass for linux(which most likely will never happen).
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] Freelancerx:
you could try rdio its pretty awesome, works pretty much just like a zune pass except you can use it on iphones, android phones, and your computer. i use it with the evo and its pretty sweet. i dropped my zune pass subscription for it, although i do miss ripping the drm out of the the zune pass music i used to download lol :D:D:D:D:D:D
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] omegasun18:
lol Same on drm. I will have to take a look at it. the main reason i have a zune pass is i have a zune MP3 player which doesnt support streaming from things like subsonic etc. I love the smart dj feature on it letting it find new music for me but i find myself leaving it at home and just using the 100 or so songs i have on my phone more and more. Will let you know what i think thanks for the input
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] Freelancerx:
Yeah rdio has a smart DJ thing too. They call it artist radio. Its a little hardbto find in app right bow but the app devs really listen to their customers will actually make it much easier to use artist radio in next release. App is updated pretty regularly.

edit: they actually just updated the app now to use the artist radio you can just long press on an artist in your collection

this app just gets better and better
[EVO 4G Themes and Apps] watzone69:
Gmote works well for streaming my mp3s from my home pc to my EVO. It can stream over 3g/4g or via wifi (but only on your home network. I haven't found a way to stream remotely with wifi).

Homepipe works pretty well as both a FTP client and mp3 streamer.

I am using Subsonic now because it streams over 3g/4g and wifi seamlessly. The only problem I am having with it is that after I installed the hosting software on my home PC my browser got hijacked to redirect to the subsonic log-in but the address is always "ad.doubleclick" or some other ad-type place. I am trying to figure it out.

EDIT: Updated my Hosts file and switched to a less obvious port and all is golden now. Subsonic is now my fave music app!

EDIT 2:I've discovered that Subsonic copies the music files to your SD card. Not a problem if I just remember to clean up every once in a while.
[HD2 General] GiantsFan91:
i remember the developer makes theme for sms thread for htc hd 2. i cant find. i already search and had no luck. can u post the link? thanks.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
LATEST BUILD LOG:

ROOT + PARTIAL THEME SUPPORT + STABILITY; NEW BUILD LINK IN DOWNLOADS!

WARNING; BUILD IS NOT VERY STABLE DUE TO SLEEP OF DEATH. REPORT IF YOU HAVE THIS ISSUE

THE BUILD IS OTHERWISE A LOT SMOOTHER THAN v1.1

BUILD INFORMATION:

ROM-- ECLAIR 2.1

MODEL NUMBER : NEXUS ONE

FIRMWARE : 2.1 -update1

BASEBAND : 15.37.50.07U-2.10.50.08_2

KERNEL VERSION : 2.6.32.9-38076g9db8cae-dirty cotulla@cotulla-desktop #71

BUILD NUMBER : EPE76

zImage, initrd, rootfs : Cotullas latest builds.

XTarantula v.1 ECLAIR

SENSELESS

ROM;

Features:

Calling

Camera [Picture+Video]

Edge / 3G

Extended system space

Full-screen apps (not completely tested?, but works for the most-part)

G-Sensors work, but not accurate.

SMS / MMS

Sound [ In + Out + Headphones ]

USB/AC charging

Wifi

THIS IS MY FIRST ROM PORT, SO DO NOT BE UPSET IF THE ROM DOESN'T MEET YOUR EXPECTATIONS. SIMPLY USE ANOTHER ROM IF YOU ARE NOT HAPPY WITH THIS ONE (THOUGH I PERSONALLY LOVE IT). NO COMPLAINING.

If you have any suggestions/requests/questions/ and or comments, feel free to post them. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

Importing data:

If you used Danj3l froyo v1, then simply copy over your data.img and data directories over to your SDCard. The ports are essentially the same, but this one has all of the latest features (listed above), and my own touch.

Known bugs:

BLUETOOTH IS NOT WORKING. PLEASE NO COMMENTS ABOUT IT UNLESS IT'S USEFUL INFORMATION AS TO GETTING IT TO WORK.

Other:

Place files at root of card

AndroidApps not included, but can be imported from any other build containing the apps.

DOWNLOADS HERE:

v1.0 (OUTDATED)

http://megaupload.com/?d=UATPRXS6

v1.1 (OUTDATED) : WiFi+3G/Edge+TouchScreen freeze fixed;

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=SK1OQ2OI

v1.2 (LATEST) : Root / INITIAL Theme support (IN PROGRESS/PARTIAL) / Stability

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=OQO1LMLT

---------------------------------------------------------------

WHAT TO EXPECT IN THE NEXT RELEASE:

Not sure at this moment. Possibly ext3 for even more stability. Who knows?

HELP/FIXES:

Coming soon.....

Credits:

montraydavis [ rom port ]

Cotulla

HTC-DEV team [overall]

dcordes [v1.1]

gauner1986 [v1.0-1.1]

Parad0XUA [v1.0]

michyprima [v.10 patch rootfs]

darkstone [v1.1 wifi fix]

Donations are lovely (:

Paypal: montraydavis@ymail.com
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
DEVELOPMENT:

v1.0 :

Calling

Camera [Picture+Video]

Edge / 3G [Very Unstable]

Extended system space

Full-screen apps (not completely tested?)

G-Sensors work, but not accurate.

SMS / MMS (mms in! but out? Needs further testing)

USB/AC charging

Wifi (Some may experience hanging while "obtaining address")

v1.0 ROOTFS PATCH FOR 3G/Edge data fix: http://bit.ly/9LApcN

v1.1 :

Fixed Wifi

Fixed Edge/3G

Fixed Green flicker while recording video

Build a bit smoother with zImage update

v1.2 :

Added root access "su"

Added media (Notification sounds, Ringtones, Etc....)

Partial theme support

More features will be posted a few hours before the release (: enjoy.

[download -- Latest]

FAQ:

Why does my Android loop during boot?

Be sure to delete all existing files before switching to this rom!

Where do I put the files at? Is this NAND?

Root of your sdcard. NO! This requires the use of HARET.EXE

Why am I getting RoboVoice?

This has nothing to do with the rom, but more-so your Windows Mobile rom. Use a different one.

TIPS:

Stability: I would advise using the TMOUS WWW HD2 Stock roms for best compatibility. | Check out the HTC updates page here.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
reserved post :)
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
HARET.

There are no nands right now.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] trueside:
It seems very laggy to me and I can't find Flash on Market.

But Video recording works fine and it's very good! I think we are very close to full functional android on HD2

Keep Working, thanks for all
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] elgrego4:
how do you import the apps please?
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
Simply copy over the apps directory to your root (SD card)
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] 11calcal:
how did you manage to get the video working, if you don't mind me asking ?
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] elgrego4:
thanks mate
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] reocej:
Can't connect to my network which really makes it a deal breaker.:( But keep at it man.:D I really like the fact that it is a barebones build. So Close!!!!:p
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] dddrko:
This is Android v2.1 not 2.2!? Why is there Froyo in the post name?
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
Thanks. I am working unconditionally to get WiFi working.

Data patch has been added, and should fix any 3G/Edge issues you have. Read the first post, very bottom (:
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] elgrego4:
so this isnt froyo 2.2?
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
No, sorry. This is EClair... Which looks rather similar to FROYO, which is why I got confused.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] reocej:
Will be perfect if you get wifi working! Love the barebones approach!!!! Don't have much use for bluetooth, just need my wifi cause I live in an Egde/Gprs only area. Keep at it man!!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
I am working my best to get this working, as I can see it's the major flaw in this rom. I will release patches here and there (:
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] proalius:
It's because this rom is based on Eclair and flash is only available for Froyo.

If your WIFI doesn't works, try seting ip manually. This is working right for me. Nice rom, it's the faster i had tried.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Funsho:
Data didn't work for me. Anybody else having a problem with with 3g/GSM? And I also notice it recognizes it 's in usb mode when plugged to the computer, but still not actually able to access the files on the sd.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] basst85:
Nice build. Data is working good now with the new rootfs!

And flash LED in camera is back working, that's also nice!

Only issues:

- Having some touchscreen freezes from time to time.

- No GPS (known issue).

- Compass not working properly, it is 90 degree off.

- WiFi only working if you set static IP (known issue).
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] reocej:
Cool! I'll set up a static IP then! Thanks!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] andypongom:
this build is the fatest HD2 android version I've ever used. Thanks !!

I really hope that you can release new build soon. Sorry for my poor english.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] pandnaka:
Any word from this release? I hope there a new for it!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Nuja:
me too, he vanished :/
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] audscott:
Bunch of piggies here

Gee wizz....good thing family, work, sleep, hobbies, ect don't exist.

Tell you what - you want it so bad, do it yourself. :eek:
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Nuja:
We are used to people saying there going to be off sometime...that is why. Dont need to have a bad mouth...
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Toggs:
Seconded

Just want to add my two-peneth. Brill Rom!

Keep up the good work - we normal users owe you devs big style.:D
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] kabuk1:
This rom is awesome!!! The only things that need work are the standard android issues- battery life, robo-voice, and low sound volume.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] zhunet:
wait.a..new
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] HectiQ:
I wish a new build came out.. this was the most stable release ever. it only misses bluetooth and gps.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] digitalhater:
really love the release. wish it was froyo though...i like the stock look and feel of android better than anything...i have no robovoice and the bat life is almost as WM is.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] HectiQ:
idd, only I had to switch because I make much phonecalls in my car and BT refuses to work. I don't like any of the other builds. So far, the only build that was making my life better was this one :D
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] digitalhater:
do you plan to do an update to froyo ?
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] HectiQ:
no updates? :'( This is the ONLY build that doesn't freeze, God I am praying for this thread to become active again..
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] idoit:
I'm curious to see what this looks like on HD2. Can someone please upload the Eclair build? The links are down.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Lucio25m:
Thanks for the hint but i stil can not get a wifi connection. Do I have to feel up some content like ip address, gateway, netmask, etc?

Thanks
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
I have successfully got WiFi working, thanks to gauner1986 and Pneumonoultramic .

Uploading update 1.1 very soon guys! Hang in tight, and sorry for the inconvenience!

Also, the build is a bit SMOOTHER now (:

Also, no more green flickers while "video recording" (:
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] velayo:
montraydavis: Do you all have echoes during calls, I mean do the people who talk to you hear their voice on their side? That's the one issue keeping me from using android on a daily basis. Everybody makes me hang up and call them again due to the noise and echo.

Thanks for your work.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] proalius:
Estimated time to next build? , jeje
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
No longer than 2 hours.

I may be wrong, but I believe this has nothing to do with Android, but because of the WinMo rom you are using... Use the one I posted in the thread.... That should solve a few issues you may have. No guarantees though!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] reocej:
Can't wait!!!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] proalius:
More reports....

- During calls (to my gilfriend) ..she was listening me with many backgroud noises. I think this is a problem with the 22Jul zImage from Cotulla.

- Some touchscreen freezes too.

- The games works great

- 3G works but Market take too many time to download apps when use it (through wifi do it fast)

- Compass is not working properly.

- Usb sync is detected but the new drive on pc is not mounted.

Waiting for next version for still testing....
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
Thanks for those reports... I've fixed the 3G/Edge/WiFi data issues.

Touchscreen freezes should be reduced as well. zImage update.

The other issues will be worked out at different times (:

New build in a matter of minutes should be posted! Check the first post in about 3 minutes guys!! NEW UPDATE + fixes!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] proalius:
Yes , i think the unique important issue is touchscreen freezes.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
Theme support has been initialized; Doing some testing, and then I should be releasing v1.3 (HOPEFULLY) by tonight. [= So, if you don't like how the base looks, don't give up hope JUST YET (:
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] reocej:
Great job man! Really diggin it! Can't wait for more. Would love to see you make a barebones froyo version too. Thanks!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] padre_cc:
Only as remember (we discussed it in IRC)

1. Please fix keyboard selector (russian keyboard as example)

Currently there is no menu item with it

2. Add sound stuff

3. Strange problem with local contacts (placed not in google) after restoration from backup, I don't see them...

Contacts > settings > Display options > ???? Only google. There are should be also SIM and Phone (as I understand)

Solution: Contacts > Settings > Display options > Select your google account > Select "Starred in Android"
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] Funsho:
With the new update iHave data along with wifi working as-well( slow 3g though). This rom is flying! Oh, and the battery life is a step up from the desire v5. ( charging works also) Awesome work!

Looking forward to donate.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] imphoking:
keep up the good work im using this build on a mira lit rom darkstone had me using on the v5 build and everything working fine on our build call quality is a lot better also. with v1.1 i have yet to crash the system

good job cant wait for your next release
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] montraydavis:
Thanks! (: I am glad you enjoy this port [=

More ports coming soon, and even possible a barebones froyo within the next week? Who knows hehe xD

But again, I appreciate you using this rom!
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] imphoking:
np. im gonna see how this port works as a daily. the only thing i notices is with darkstones build i would hold 3g for a longer duration, do you have any idea if ur data set has issues with large data packets?
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] reocej:
Still loving it. I downloaded a root access rootfs.img file but did not give me root access as I was trying to use the Nexus 1 led light. Any info on this? Thanks.