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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] justpassntime:
z4root

What exactly are you trying to do by rooting? Did you install SuperUser by ChainsDD? What app/file manager are you using? If you dont have this you won't be able to do anything. The apps you use for app/file management need to have root permissions or they will do nothing.

Mine rooted with z4root no problem and was able to remove all the fluff apps it shipped with that I didn't want. But this was only half of what I wanted to achieve. I haven't been able to move apps to sd, but I can't get ext2 to mount, not a problem because of the root I don't think.

What I have on my Garminfone 2.1

z4root

busybox (installed with z4root)

superuser

my backup root

uninstaller for root

super manager

Hope this helps.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Perseus:
Ok First off. Thank you very much for your time. It is greatly appreciated.

Well, Here's what I have done so far.

1. Downloaded and installed Z4Root from the Market.

2. Download and Install SuperUser by ChainsDD from the Market.

3. Ran Z4Root and first tried Temporary Root. That seemed to go fine until it was stuck after displaying the message ReBooting.

4. Next Tried Permanent Root Option after a Battery Pull. That asked me to turn on USB Debug. Did so and it seemed to go smoothly until that too was stuck with Rebooting message.

5. I tried the same Permanent Option after another Battery Pull. This time, it worked and the phone rebooted & came back. So I installed BusyBox from Market.

6. At this time I downloaded Titanium Backup. It complained not having root access. 7. So I started SuperUser and that showed an empty list under application tab. Went under Settings and hit the update. It failed but saved the Zip on my SD card.

8. I installed the Binary from Step 7 using Apps Manager. Tried SuperUser again. Still empty list for applications.

So there I am. I suspect I probably missed something somewhere. Possibly before doing Step 6 I should have done something. Can't seem to figure out.

Also earlier in this thread there was a mention that you will need to manually copy the binaris for SuperUser to certain specfic directory. Since it got installed successfully, do I still need to do it ?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] justpassntime:
RE: Issues - Rooting with Z4Root

My z4root installed flawlessly as did the other root apps. I never tried to do a temp root but went with the permanent root first off. So not sure how much help I can be.

The only thing I can see is that you did not mention if you granted any superuser permissions. After you install a root app it should request superuser permissions, giving you either a grant or deny button when you attempt to open the root app. After you grant permission then it will show up under the app tab in superuser.

I recently installed "Ghost Commander" root file manager. It seems to work well on the Garmin and gives root file access. I have found that some root apps work better and give more access than others. I have not really tried Titanium but use "MyBackupRoot" instead.

If none of this helps I do have another idea but it's not user friendly, but it's what I would do if in this situation. I would back everything up to sd. I used "onthefly" before I rooted my phone to back up my apps. Back up contacts, music, ringtones, etc. Do a master clear then re-root and install superuser. Then if that doesn't do what you want you can reinstall the 2.1 update from GarminAsus. Yeah it's extreme but it gives you a clean start if all else fails.

The 2.1 update is not on Tmo but at GarminAsus. Sorry can't put links to outside urls so you can copy and paste ( garminasus.com/en_US/ ) into browser address bar :)

Hope this helps.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Perseus:
Well, I have backed up my data. There wasn't much since I had just got the phone last week. I do know where to get the 2.1 upgrade but is there any sense doing it since my phone was already on 2.1 when it came from factory ?

Was that the same case with your phone ? Or you had upgraded your 1.6 version to 2.1 and then tried z4root ? If you did then is it possible that I have a different version other than the update available to download ?

My Firmware Version shows 2.1 UPDATE 1. Is that what you have ?

After a battery pull, I did the Master Reset from Settings Menu. Then I installed Z4root with the help of Linda File Manager from Market. Upon starting it, I directly ran the permanent Root option. It again got stuck on the Rebooting message.

Tried again after another Battery pull. Still no joy. Any thoughts ??
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] justpassntime:
RE: Issues - Rooting with Z4Root

I would re-download z4root it could be it isn't loading properly. The z4root version I have is 1.3. My update version is the same as yours. Have you tried the z4root thread? You probably have.....I had to upgrade my phone from 1.6. I would also message RyanZA the developer.

Sorry not much help.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] KelCole:
This phones processor lags at times but in general it is really smooth. I hated initial display but I updated the day I bought it. Installed swype beta and now alot better. I also used z4root, worked like a charm.

Garminfone 2.1 full root.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] dtjb:
What about ROMs?

So complete android noob here, once I root the Garminfone I can flash custom ROMs, right? That's my end goal - I hate the Garmin UI elements and want it to look like a plain vanilla 2.1 android, or use cyanogen.

If I do a custom ROM, can I retain the Garmin GPS app/functions?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] justpassntime:
RE: ROMS

Are you running 1.6 or 2.1? After you root you can get rid of all the bloatware installed with the OS. I will agree that the 1.6 Garmin UI sucks. I immediately upgraded my phone the first day I got it. If you haven't already upgraded to 2.1 do this first before rooting. Installing 2.1 over 1.6 rooted will undo the root and you will just end up with 2.1 upgrade unrooted.

Not sure about flash or I would have already done it. Not sure if anyone has flashed a Garmin yet because of lack of recovery support. Do your research first before you flash or you could end up with a bricked phone. Just my 2 cents.

FYI I rooted 2.1 with z4root no problems.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] malickie:
sigh Rooting was easy as hell now all I want is the ability to Overclock to get rid of a bit of the lag, Don't care if it stays stock considering I can deal with that just would like a kernel if possible that wont screw it all outta wack and make the phone a brick. Anyway let me know.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] DarthTedd:
I have a Garminfone as a work phone (shhh :P) and have been trying off & on to root this sucker. Out of boredom I started reading forum threads and found this post.

It's odd. Z4 root shows root access however when I try to run Universal Androot I'm getting an error saying "fu gooooo". Also, when trying wireless tether I'm getting a kernel error. And finally when trying to install a customer ROM I'll get the triangle icon. From there I can hit the home button to get to the menu but am unable to select any of the choices.

Any ideas? I wouldn't really care as much about this phone but at this point it's a complete challenge to get full root access!!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] afoster1003:
Sounds like your using the wrong app too root the phone.. I think your using Androot but the app you need to use is z4root perm root and as for your wifi tether problem that should go away after using the z4root app to root.
[Android Apps and Games] ocdtrekkie:
With all the hacking and modding going on, and the fact that the LIT format has been totally and entirely decrypted... why hasn't anyone developed an app that can read LIT files without conversion on Android?

It's what I'd really really like to see.
[Android Apps and Games] brooon:
Sorry for pushing this old thread...but the question is still the same :)

Is there any LIT reader for android on the market? I can´t find something like this...
[Android Apps and Games] xaffron:
That's technically possible, but legally very risky for devs (at least those in the US):

DMCA "criminalizes production and dissemination of technology, devices, or services intended to circumvent measures (commonly known as digital rights management or DRM) that control access to copyrighted works. It also criminalizes the act of circumventing an access control, whether or not there is actual infringement of copyright itself." This is from the DMCA's wikipedia page

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Digital_Millennium_Copyright_Act

Writing a LIT reader for Android would put not you, but the app author in hot water.
[Android Apps and Games] ocdtrekkie:
A LIT reader which only opened unlocked LIT files would not violate the DMCA.
[Android Apps and Games] yosisndr:
hi

There is a very good converting application that can convert from any eBook format to any other.

I converted some LIT books I had on my PC to epub.

the program is free :

http://calibre-ebook.com/

Yosi
[Android Apps and Games] ocdtrekkie:
I have it, but I'd like to have an app that can read the format. To my knowledge it's the only eBook format that can't be read by an Android at this point. Heck, they have a CHM reader out there.
[Android Apps and Games] saltorio:
Yeah, Calibre is where it's at when it comes to ebook conversion and management.

Does Aldiko not do .lit? I can't remember. I know it does non-DRM .epub.
[Android Apps and Games] ocdtrekkie:
Last I checked, Aldiko did not to LIT. Wish it did.
[Android Apps and Games] aaronpoweruser:
Fbreader does for sure and I think moon reader+ does
[Android Apps and Games] xaccers:
FBReader's website has the following to say on the matter :(

.lit This format is not supported and is unlikely to be ever supported. It is a closed format created and owned by Microsoft and any attempts to support it would be quite questionable from legal point of view.
[Android Apps and Games] Roland Deschain:
Moon+ Reader makes every other e-book reader look absolutely ridiculous. Go buy it without even trying the free version. (seriously)
[Android Apps and Games] ocdtrekkie:
I'll buy it if it reads LIT files...
[Android Apps and Games] mcenal:
From what I've searched around the net...

The only thing you'll be able to do is convert your lit to epub or something else before putting it on your phone. There are no apps currently that read lit (including the Moon+ one though it has a nice look on the phone) and all converters (minus Calibre) require you upload files to a website and then they push the result back to you. Get Calibre and convert. It is open source so it supports Win/Mac/Linux, plus it has a huge support community. I'm using it for all my lit books for now on.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
Just wondering if someone is already working on changing the lockscreen sliders to a glossy black, moto sliders are fugly. I have seen many posts for people requesting this in other threads and being a noob to theming I have no idea where to start.

What is the name of the file that needs to be modified and in which .apk is it located? I might make this my first "theme" project if I find the file and if this has not already been done.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Explodee:
The sliders are part of framework. Pull framework-res.apk from /system/framework and open the apk in any zip program like 7zip or WinRAR. Then look in the drawable-hdpi and drawable-land-hdpi folders and you should see the sliders. Then edit in Photoshop or something. Put back in framework-res.apk then push back to the phone and reboot.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] drewden123:
Not that simple...they're .9.png's. if you just edit them in photoshop they'll mess things up and not turn out right.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
Even with just simply changing the color?
[Droid X Themes and Apps] bignadad:
nope.. when saved in photo editor it loses its .9 properties...

have to used draw9patch in android sdk to apply guides..

just decompile original apk with apktool or apkmanager to get the original showing you where the guides are located
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Explodee:
I changed the colors of the sliders from the dark green whatever color to red using photoshop and they work fine.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] drewden123:
You got lucky somehow. All .9's have a 1 pixel border that exist as guides to the OS of where to stretch and where to anchor the image. Changing the color can remove/alter these guides. Rarely can you just change the color of a .9 and expect it to work/appear as it should. I would look at the thread with the how to video for draw9patch if you want to edit the lock sliders or any other .9 image.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
Thanks for the info.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
Something like this?

BTW this if fully functional, drop it in your framework (rename it!) and push it. If its what you need let me know, ill finish the rest.

Black sliders

If you see page four ... Clear / cant see sliders

you might be able to use ninja morph to apply these, or you need to know how to add files to an apk and push back. These go in framework-res.apk/res/drawable-hdpi

Dont add these to a decompiled apk! drop these straight into the apk with your perfered method.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
Yeah that is what im looking for...if you wanna finish em that would be awesome!
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
shoot me a pm with your email, wont have em to ya till 3-4. Unless someone beats me to em.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Natemz:
I downloaded your theme and you successfully changed the color, but the slider doesnt slide. But it is still functional. Just doesnt actually show the bar sliding. This is where the .9.png comes into play
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
My current update.zip that's up right now? The sliders in that don't work? Every one else reports no problems. Could you be more specific.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
I just decompiled my whole theme and checked the sliders. They are compiled and working correctly. Something might of went screwy on your install.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Natemz:
lol, nevermind. I was thinkin you did Froyo Dynomite. The slider doesnt slide in that one.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Natemz:
You can easily changed the color of the sliders. But you have to decompile first. If you just unzip the apk it loses the 9 patch info(see below). If you have a theme and the slider does not slide then this is the reason.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Explodee:
Ahh crap you're right. I never noticed because I always use WidgetLocker. I fixed the notification font and now I'll get going on fixing the sliders. Update will be tonight.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
black sliders sent, post up a screen shot after you get them on your phone.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] phissionkorps:
Any way I can get the black sliders from you as well?
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
As long as you can post a pic after you apply them. pm me with an email addres to send them too.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
Im working on getting them applied now...will list a screen when I get them done.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
Well...just got done installing them. They work great, here is the screenshot. Big thanks to bad4u6669 for changing them for me.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
Yup, that looks clean!:D
[Droid X Themes and Apps] oC|-TiTaN:
Is it possible for me to get these as well?

Also, can we just use ninjamorph to change these using a similar method to putting the droid image in the notification drop-down? Thanks!
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
pm me your email.

dunno about meta, their .9.pngs dunno if that matters.

Give it a try and let us know! :p
[Droid X Themes and Apps] MXMike:
If you drop me a pm with your email I will forward them to you. As for using ninjamorph I have no idea.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] oC|-TiTaN:
Well, in ninjamorph I used that to open up the system framework res file, change out the notification background, close it back up and apply it all from the phone and it works great so I would assume if I just do the same for the sliders that will work as well.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] mbh87:
Would it be possible to get comletely transparent sliders? To give the illusion that there really is no slider and for a cleaner looking lockscreen.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Pings:
Yes it possible. The BigDXSerenity theme uses transparent sliders (with a glow).

_____________________________

PM'd the OP. Why don't you just post them here?
[Droid X Themes and Apps] mbh87:
Guess I need to stop being lazy and finally learn how to do .9.pngs then.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
apk manager and photo editing software is all you need.

decompile the framework apk, res/drawable-hdpi last images are the sliders, if you open those up you will see on the very outside of the image there are black lines and single black dots. dont touch those , or if you mess with hue and sat make sure those are black when your done. Recompile the apk and push it back to system.

Were you talking completly blank sliders, so if someone was to pick up your phone that had no idea how to use it they couldnt unlock it?

kinda a nifty security feature :P
[Droid X Themes and Apps] mbh87:
I just need to take the time and sit down and figure it all out. Im not great with photoshop or the like but it would be nice to be able to do small things myself.

Yes thats exactly what I meant. Give the illusion that there are no sliders and no possible way to get into the phone.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
your good with messing with framework? pm me your email, ill send you a set.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] mbh87:
I thought I PMed you last night but maybe not. Anyways I sent you another one.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] oC|-TiTaN:
I PM'd him twice too but haven't received a response yet.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] Corey@rabbit:
just emailed both of you again, check your spam folders. if it doesnt get to you in a half hour pm me again, ill send from different email just incase.

imma post both the black sliders and clear sliders in the first post with my screenshot.

before anyone asks, you need to know how to add files to an apk and push back to system. Dont know if ninja morph works. it should.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] mbh87:
Got them a few minutes ago. Thanks again man!
[Droid X Themes and Apps] phissionkorps:
How do i get drocap2 to take a pic if the screen is locked? Its on shake trig.
[Droid X Themes and Apps] phissionkorps:
Here's mine
[Droid X Themes and Apps] onhel:
And here's mine...
[Droid X Themes and Apps] oC|-TiTaN:
If anyone has issues using ninjamorph to edit these files like I was, please see this post to successfully use ninjamorph to change them:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=8325801&postcount=71
[Hero, G2 Touch Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Phil_HTC:
Hi all,

I'm running Froyd (love it..well done guys).

but one of my old Nandroid backups has an app that is no longer available on the market (it says Not found).

is there any way i can get it off the old Nandroid backup ?

it was on a rom that doesn't have apps2sd..
[Hero, G2 Touch Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pulser_g2:
Yes, sure. Do

unyaffs data.img

After downloading this:

http://minimodding.com/tiki-view_forum_thread.php?forumId=1&comments_parentId=1760&display=print
[Hero, G2 Touch Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Phil_HTC:
awesome..thanks Pulsar.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] H3ALY:
Hey,

Does anyone know where i might be able to get a new one? I cracked the glass some time ago now and would like to get it replaced.

Also anyone know where i can obtain a new or refurbed battery cover as mine seems to be peeling.

Thanks,

Healy.
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] primodious:
I got mine here: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-GENUINE-HTC-HD2-BLACK-BACK-HOUSING-REPLACEMENT-/260655128116?pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhoneAccessories_MobilePhoneFascias_JN&hash=item3cb0419e34

Delivery was quick and the parts seem to be the same as the orginal
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] H3ALY:
Thats great! Did it take long to fit?
[HD2 Windows Mobile 6.5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] primodious:
No, not too long maybe 30 mins or so.

You need some basic tools (T4 Torx driver and a case opener) you can buy what you need at the same place http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/REPAIR-OPENING-TOOLS-KIT-PDA-MOBILE-PHONES-6-PCS-/110575259857?pt=UK_Mobiles_Accessories_RL&hash=item19becc90d1

Then you'll need the first few minutes of video 1 here http://pocketnow.com/hardware-1/official-htc-hd2-disassembly-assembly-training-videos-leaked It's pretty straight forward, basically you take out the battery remove 4 screws, pry off the old cover, fit the new one and then reverse the process!

Just be careful of static, if you're not feeling confident you should be able to find a shop tp do this for you.

Hope this helps :)
[Desire Themes and Apps] beartiger:
I am currently running MCR r8 and have already added supercircle F white text and coloured icons by fightspit.

I have seen various expresso and espresso mods with new launchers and even some with straight lockscreen and ringer bars but all seem to change so many other things.

Is it possible for someone to make a straight sense lockscreen, straight sense ringerbar (for incoming calls) and how about straightening the sense launcher including the homescreen indicator?

I am not good enough yet to do all of this myself (only recenly created and signed my first update.zip to sort battery and icons) so would very much appreciate someone taking up the challenge.

I have attached my current update.zip for the mods already installed.

regards

David P
[Desire Themes and Apps] beartiger:
p.s. if any other apk's are required from my phone just tell me where they are and i'll adb pull them.

Many thanks

David P
[Off-topic] bartek4443:
like as a sport?

www. youtube.com/watch?v=UWxFEdm_zKg
[Off-topic] Shum97:
Posted the vid for you..:)

[YOUTUBE]UWxFEdm_zKg[/YOUTUBE]

I played a little in my younger days.. Not quite as good as them though...lol
[Off-topic] bartek4443:
I can't post links yet, I became a member like 6 hours ago. I play a lot of sports but table tennis is my favorite because there are just so many different styles of players, from all types of countries, to play against, except that in Chicago there is very little good players.
[Off-topic] Austin021296:
WOW.......
[Off-topic] kareeem:
Are "table tennis" and "ping pong" synonmous or are they somehow different? I like playing ping pong just for fun, suck at it though.
[Off-topic] Mr. Clown:
Yes, I think :rolleyes::D. I also play sometimes...but man...I really suck also:p

I always get beaten by my 12 year old nephew...
[Off-topic] bartek4443:
Well, I would say ping pong is like a cute way to say it (in the tt community). I say ping pong when I want to call my table tennis friends to train, but table tennis when I explain it to a beginner to make it seem like it is an actual sport. The amount of conditioning for table tennis is quite ridiculous though. I have been kickboxing for 6 years and the amount of conditioning in MMA is easily comparable to what table tennis players do on a daily basis (I'm talking 4-6 hours a day for training offseason, the same in preseason, and then less 1-2 hours a day during the tournament season).
[Off-topic] edwardck:
I like table tennis, but i cann't play well!