What are they, what do they do? I basically have a stock Tilt, i see people on here talking about flashing their roms, what is that? and why would i want to install a different rom than the one that comes with the phone? and when you flash and/or add a new rom does that erase all the programs on your phone like doing a hard reset?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=355579
that should answer most of your questions
that's helps some, but what is flashing your rom? and what is a rom, i tried to do a google search on it and all i could find were roms you can download, nothing really answered my questions.
Heres what you're looking for. It will tell you EVERYTHING you!
Link below:
Answers to your ROM and Flashing questions
BE SURE TO DO A HARD SPL. It will be explained in the link.
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i am no n00b to flashing in general, as i have a wizard and have had to deal with both versions. a g3 device that has no security and my current g4 device. coming into these herald forums im confused as to what i MUST do to flash roms without any problems as long as i follow instructions. so here are my questions.
1. do i NEED to hardspl to be able to flash any rom without any security problems?
2. do you use the RUU updater to flash the nk.nbf that people put out or are the roms not distributed in nbf format?
3. if they arent in nbf format, is that when i use that herald-uspl file?
guys i am not dense, but i really like to be sure of what im doing. the wizard forums are A LOT more definitive and explain things much better. hence why i am making this thread. im sure much of the info has been duplicated and said many times, but i just need to clarify this before i flash my sisters device. if it was mine it would be different. thanks for the replys!
Welcome to the Herald forum
gehzumteufel said:
i am no n00b to flashing in general, as i have a wizard and have had to deal with both versions. a g3 device that has no security and my current g4 device. coming into these herald forums im confused as to what i MUST do to flash roms without any problems as long as i follow instructions. so here are my questions.
1. do i NEED to hardspl to be able to flash any rom without any security problems?
2. do you use the RUU updater to flash the nk.nbf that people put out or are the roms not distributed in nbf format?
3. if they arent in nbf format, is that when i use that herald-uspl file?
guys i am not dense, but i really like to be sure of what im doing. the wizard forums are A LOT more definitive and explain things much better. hence why i am making this thread. im sure much of the info has been duplicated and said many times, but i just need to clarify this before i flash my sisters device. if it was mine it would be different. thanks for the replys!
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1) Nope, I use USPL to flash
2) USPL uses a hacked RUU to flash nbh files. We do not have nbf.
3) Just use USPL, its the safest way to go.
If you are looking for roms check out the herald rom thread.
If you still have questions about flashing, take a look at this --> All Important Links
Make sure you read everything carefully before making any modifications.
ICP-Fan said:
1) Nope, I use USPL to flash
2) USPL uses a hacked RUU to flash nbh files. We do not have nbf.
3) Just use USPL, its the safest way to go.
If you are looking for roms check out the herald rom thread.
If you still have questions about flashing, take a look at this --> All Important Links
Make sure you read everything carefully before making any modifications.
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thanks a ton for clarifying. really appreciate it!
i already found the rom thread..that is one thing thats GREAT about the herald sub-forums. the wizard ones have way to many roms going around to do it!
Ok so I got my blackstone last week and its great, but really want to have the functionality which is in Dutty's latest ROM. I'm thinking of flashing to it, but have a couple of questions first (I'll admit I'm a complete noob with this). I've searched the forums but can't really find any useful answers...
1. Is there any way that I can add a package or two to Dutty's ROM? I've read quite a few threads giving instructions, so I'll have to try and follow them to do it (if poss). I want to add things like RemoteTracker in so that if my phone's stolen I can still track it.
2. I found a thread saying how to backup the ROM, so I'd do that first so I've got the shipped Orange one handy. But if I happen to mess up adding software to the ROM (which is likely for me), will I be able to restore the Orange ROM or will I be absolutely stuffed?
Thanks!
I am waiting until the end of the summer to do some phone shopping but in the mean time I want to "spice" up my Tilt.
I am pretty inexperienced to doing anything to my phone but I want to do a full overhaul. Clean everything out and make it as smooth as possible before re downloading some programs(Skyfire, Palringo, Opera Mini, etc)
Any suggestions on what to do? Also is there any way to make Windows Mobile more finger friendly(still running whatever came with the phone, with the exception of running HTC Home)
Thanks in advance.
Jebus Chrit said:
I am waiting until the end of the summer to do some phone shopping but in the mean time I want to "spice" up my Tilt.
I am pretty inexperienced to doing anything to my phone but I want to do a full overhaul. Clean everything out and make it as smooth as possible before re downloading some programs(Skyfire, Palringo, Opera Mini, etc)
Any suggestions on what to do? Also is there any way to make Windows Mobile more finger friendly(still running whatever came with the phone, with the exception of running HTC Home)
Thanks in advance.
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Check out the rom forum. I think you will be impressed. Read through all the posts first. ( I know alot of reading but it is worth it)
I've looks and it's pretty confusing. There seem to be so many choices and a lot keep running into things that work but sometimes everything isn't 100%
Would you recommend a specific ROM and that leaves all the phones capabilities/hardware intact?
They all pretty much do.
Jebus Chrit said:
I've looks and it's pretty confusing. There seem to be so many choices and a lot keep running into things that work but sometimes everything isn't 100%
Would you recommend a specific ROM and that leaves all the phones capabilities/hardware intact?
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It can be pretty confusing! And it can be very intimidating! If you're still running a stock ROM (never flashed anything before) go ahead and read the thread about flashing your first ROM. It contains just about everything you need to know! Read it a couple of times, really.
As for what ROM is best, personally, I like TPC's ROM. Try it out, if you want something different, go with something different.
Just remember a few things:
Follow the first link I gave you. Follow the instructions, step by step! Even if you think taking out the batter doesn't make a difference, do it anyway! Follow the instructions to the letter and you'll be fine.
Once you get it unlocked, flash a stock HTC ROM. Go to HTC.com, support, select AT&T Tilt, download the ROM upgrade, and run it.
From there, if you're going to flash TPC's Elite 3.1Full (second link I gave you), update your SPL. Follow the instructions in the first thread on updating the SPL, and go with 3.29 (if you choose a different ROM, read the thread to find the recommended SPL). One you have the right SPL, flash the ROM. If you have problems with your sound or camera, flash a new radio.
I know it can seem a bit much. But just read everything a few times, and follow all the instructions carefully. These phones are damn near indestructible, so even if some **** goes wrong, the guys here can help you fix it.
SoberGuy posted some very good advice. The instructions he posted are easy to follow and very detailed. As far as the TPC rom, I use on of his roms also. I've only flashed one rom and I'm very happy with the rom that I'm running. Once you get a new rom its like having a new phone all over again.
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SoberGuy posted some very good advice. The instructions he posted are easy to follow and very detailed. As far as the TPC rom, I use on of his roms also. I've only flashed one rom and I'm very happy with the rom that I'm running. Once you get a new rom its like having a new phone all over again.
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You can say that again! I've been dying to upgrade, but trying to hold out for the TP2. I ran Leo's ROM for the longest time. After flashing to TPC's ROM, it's like a brand new phone again! Now I don't worry about having to wait for the TP2, my Kaiser is like a new toy!
i'm sure this is somehow answered and i have searched and read about installing different roms, flashing, etc. but i'm wondering what would be the easiest route to installing a new rom.
my captivate is currently on 2.1 and rooted, with ext tools and ryan's oclf installed. should i just use odin and bring the whole thing back to stock and "start over"...do i need to uninstall the oclf & ext tools then just flash a rom...or is there another method that would be better.
i'm hoping to try out some cognition or cyanogen roms that bring the phone up to 2.2 or 2.3
any help would be appreciated and thanks in advance for any feedback
Try this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=884364
Before you do flash any custom ROMS, please make sure you read thoroughly the instructions on how to do the flash and follow them completely. Make sure you understand those instructions before you flash. If you don't, then ask. Better to do the homework up front before you make any changes or you will probably mess something up and possibly brick your phone. Believe me, I learned that lesson the hard way.
Good luck!!
Read up on everything beforehand. Updating to OEM 2.2 before trying a custom ROM will cause 3e verification errors. Flashing a Gingerbread ROM will cause bootloader issues if you decide to go back a to a 2.2 based ROM. GB ROMs are also very specific as far as installation steps. Know what you're doing and plan to do before you do it. It isn't hard until you brick your phone.
thanks for the replies and the link. i'm not afraid of reading, so i plan on making sure i understand what's involved before making any changes. if i have any questions, you can be sure i'll ask...
in the link rselvaggio provided, the download link to odin doesn't work...can i use any version of odin or was there something more included with that link?
nevermind, i backed into the url and that same file was in a different folder:
thevod.org/misc/temp_captivate/I897UCJF6-final-OCD-REV0.rar
As Miami_Son said, read through the different rom threads and also watch the videos that are posted.
Learn to flash 2.2 or 2.2.1 roms through Clockworkmod first.
Good luck and happy flashing.
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I know there are probably loads of threads about this, but my questions are a little specific and I was hoping to get some direct answers.
If there are other threads then feel free to post a link to help me find them and I will be happy to read it.
I'm new to rooting/flashing and have a few questions...
I have had my SGS for almost 5 months now, and it's a little laggy.
I've heard about Flashing/Rooting before, but I've never tried it for fear of bricking my phone.
So could anyone please tell me:
1. If I do by any chance brick my phone, is it fixable? (I hear the chances are very low and also I think I read that Flashing can fix it?)
2. Should I flash to 2.3.3 or is a custom rom a better choice? (Performance/battery/everything overall wise)
3. If I flash the phone, will I still need a lagfix or will the rom include a lagfix or is the rom THE lagfix?
and 4. If custom rom is suggested, which rom is best or which are the best choices?
If anyone could shed some light it would be much appreciated.
Thanks in advance!
There are plenty of threads and FAQs on xda answering all your questions. A simple search should bring up plenty. This is a good place to start. But I will give few quick answers.
1. If your phone has download mode working (Vol Down + Home + Pwr) then its very easy to recover from a bad flash. All you have to do is flash again.
2. I’d go with a stock 2.3.3 ROM (like the latest JVO). Some might say custom roms are better since they have more features, But I never felt the need to install one since stock deodexed roms give me all the options I need.
3. IMO newer ROMs (after 2.2.1) don’t really need lag fixing like older ones.
Thank you very much for your reply.
I guess I'll do a search for each of my questions and see if I can get any more answers out of it. 8)
EDIT: Just thought I'd better check that my phone could even go into Download Mode and found out that I can't. )8
Looks like I'll just wait for the 2.3.3 update anyway.