So, about a month ago, I got my first cell phone - a moto q global (att). Then, this tuesday, I traded it in for the tilt.
I am very happy with this phone - I love the touch screen, the wifi, the developer base, and all the other nice features (combined with the unlimited data, of course )
Today, I borrowed my dad's laptop (my computer runs gentoo), and hard-spl'd (using the alternative "screen went white" directions) the phone, and flashed the HTC rom from here.
Device information sez:
ROM version: 3.28.405.0 WWE
ROM date: 05/02/08
Radio version: 1.65.16.25
Protocol version: 25.83.40.02H
First of all, did I pick the right rom? Is there a more up-to-date rom? Can someone explain the advantages of dutty's rom?
And I'm hearing a lot about this "radio"... this is the rom for the cellular radio itself? What version should I be using? How do I change versions? From where do I get these radio roms?
Finally, is there an easy way to sim-unlock my phone for free? Not necessary, but would be nice for later.
Thanks for any advice/tips,
poly-p man
Hi Welcome.
Let me nicely answer your questions. But You should read the Forum Rules. Mostly the answer is out there, just need to search for it.
1) I do not allow people to say what ROM is the best. Not because we are fascists, but because it is subjective. Also, "newest" is also subjective. Look around in the ROM Dev forum and find one that looks good and try them out.
2) You Radio is the "ROM" for the Cellular Part. There is an Ultimate Radio thread out there. Check it out.
3) There is a Kaiser Unlocker out there. They are free to use, but consider Donating to the developers.
4) Check out the Links in my Signature they will give you LOTS of answers.
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HI all,
I am a complete noobie when it comes to the HTC brand. I have been with HP (3800, 5400 & 6900) for the past 6 years or so. I just purchased a HTC TyTN II P4550 last week and I am really enjoying this PDA phone. As with all my previous HP models I want to make sure that I am getting the best out of the unit and therefore would appreciate any help from the wisdom and experience of all of you. I am going to list the stats for my unit and if anyone can suggest or recommand how to improve its performance I would be greatful.
Rom ver: 1.82.707.0 WWE
Rom date: 11/03/07
Radio ver: 1.27.15.32
Protocol ver: 22.51.88.13H
Model No.: Kaiser
WM 6 Professional
CE OS 5.2.1620 (18125.0.4.2)
Thanks to all in advance.
Adrian
start by reading kaiser wiki. it has all the information u need as far as modifying ur device goes.
if u r going to be flashing roms to ur device than also read about hardspl and sticky in rom development forum.
other than that welcome to xda and happy exploring
I would recommend you learn to know your device first. When you feel you know the device well enough, you can start thinking of flashing a custom ROM to your Kaiser.
Surely if want to get the most out of your device with the best performance, custom ROMs are ideal. They usually (always?) offer better performance than stock ROMs. Flashing custom ROMs will allow you to customize your device in every way you want.
As said before, start here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=369282
Hi there one thing I want to say is thanks to all you guys for this forum its been great reading.
I wanted to confirm that I have a Diamond through T-mobile, UK, and currently running
ROM: 1.37.110.3 WWE
ROM DATE: 6/20/08
RADIO: 1.00.25.03
PROTOCOL: 52.26a.25.09U
Looking through the forum there are plenty of ROM versions there. The HTC website won't support the DL of 31-7-08 ROM with the serial I have, which I think is down to T-mobile.
Can you guys point me in the direction of the best radio and ROM for my version of the Diamond.
Sorry to be a pain but I'm confused at all the version at present
Many thanks
Best Radio would be 1.00.25.05 0r 06 to some.
Best ROM depends upon the user. I prefer lite ROMs always as I like to customize the rest my own way. So far, Im stuck to Bepe' eLite 0.97 version! Most stable yet I believe..
Regards,
Carty..
So it seems to get one that best suits your individual needs.
Many thanks
I got my diamond through t-mobile and the best thing ive ever done with the device is getting rid of the t-mobile software that slows the handset to a stop.
Im currently using radio version .07
and have tried both swiftbl 5.0 and duttys 1.6 roms
vast vast improvement on either rom compared to t-mobiles stock rom
pwoyorkie said:
..to t-mobiles stock rom
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Is there anyway of getting hold of the t-mobile stock as I am wary with my technical expertise that I will 'fudge' the fist flashes up and need to reload the stock ROM.
I have read that it can be dumped from a reading of the phone but apprently it needs to be reconstructed!!!!
This is where I got completely lost!
Cheers
moeshka said:
Is there anyway of getting hold of the t-mobile stock as I am wary with my technical expertise that I will 'fudge' the fist flashes up and need to reload the stock ROM.
I have read that it can be dumped from a reading of the phone but apprently it needs to be reconstructed!!!!
This is where I got completely lost!
Cheers
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The stock t-mob ROM is floating about on the diamond forums somewhere if you ever need it. Just make sure you flash Hardspl and you'll be fine.
I have got the Hard-SPL-Diamond-OliNex but cant tell you a version number as it does not seem to be on there.
Basically with the HardSPL flashed the Diamond will reset and carry on with the ROM it has until you flash a different one, and the same for the radio?
Thanks for your help
pretty much yeah
check out http://modmydiamond.info
for me bepe Rom it's very good.
about radio for me 1.00.25.07 it's better than 1.00.25.05
Hi!
This week I bought a Tilt secondhand. I'm sure that some work has been done to it. First I noticed that the previous owner has using a non AT&T SIM, I'm an AT&T subscriber, so at least it's sim unlocked. Then I noticed that when I turn it on there's no AT&T animation, there's a HTC animation. I also noticed that when I turn it on or soft reset it, after the "Smart Computing" comes up, there're some numbers in the lower right corner.
R: 1.65.17.56
G: 25.83.40.02H
D: 3.28.00.00
I registered here before I decided to buy the Tilt and I read many of the treads, so I know that many kinds of ROMs and programming exists for this device. So, what I want to know is how do I know what was done, installed, changed to this Tilt?
Thanks
Maybe I'm wrong, but it sounds like whoever last owned the device flashed an HTC ROM onto it.
Dave
Easy. Go to Start>Settings>System>Device Information You should be able to read the ROM version installed.
Yeah I guessed they changed the original rom, the rom installed is 3.28.405.0 WWE, DATE 05/02/08, radio 1.65.17.56 & protocol 25.83.40.02H. Still that doesn't tell me much.
I need to know which of all the ROM I read mentioned on the forums is the one installed, I need to know if there's a better alternative & I need to read a whole lot more to understand all my options here.
you just need to flash and find out for yourself don't ask "what is the best rom" its a matter of opinion and you can get banned for asking that.
here are some links to get you started with flashing
ROM flashing FAQ
Introduction to ROM flashing
MODS PLEASE CLOSE THREAD
Headroom said:
I need to know which of all the ROM I read mentioned on the forums is the one installed, ...
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Simply compare it with the SHIPPED ROM List in the WIKI! I am sure they flashed the ORIGINAL SHIPPED HTC Rom ... ! BTW: If it is the original AT&T Tilt, then they have (for sure) performed a SIM UNLOCK and in addition a CID UNLOCK. From my point of view, I do not concider an item as NEW if someone did this to a device!
Headroom said:
... I need to read a whole lot more to understand all my options here.
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Yeah, I guess you really have to do some READ-UP! Start here ...
Thanks Junner2003!!
This is the kind of information I was looking for. I suppose that the higher the rom number, the more updated the rom is?
In general: it is a newer ROM if the number is higher. However, that does not necessary mean that the ROM is better. Newer ROMs contain for sure BUG FIXES for older ROMs but mostly contain a whole bunch of new bugs as well.
If you stick with an older ROM, it has the advantage that often users came up with a BUG FIX for well known issues or at least they can provide some kind of workaround.
OK so I checked the ROM Wiki and found my rom number (3.28.405.0 WWE). Would it be correct to say that the upgrade would be 3.34.721.2 WWE? Is the country code what defines what I can use?
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I must be real slow because I get timeout & have to relogin before I can finish an answer to any post.
Headroom said:
OK so I checked the ROM Wiki and found my rom number (3.28.405.0 WWE). Would it be correct to say that the upgrade would be 3.34.721.2 WWE? Is the country code what defines what I can use?
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I must be real slow because I get timeout & have to relogin before I can finish an answer to any post.
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WWE is World Wide English so if you speak English it would probably not be a good idea to flash a rom in a foreign language like Australian or something.
Yes it is the newest rom , released in Oct
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=439408
Hi Guys,
Im new to the forum.
I have just purchased the HTC HD... I'm in South Africa... We get stuff very late here.
I would like to update my Rom and Radio but not sure which on to choose.
Currently:
Rom: 1.14.421.5 (25590) WWE
Rom date: 12/10/2008
Radio: 1.09.25.14
Protocol: 52.49a.25.26W
And my serial number has GK... So which region does it belong to...
Thanks in Advance
I have a feeling this might get locked/deleted, as I don't think they like people comparing the ROMs as a lot is down to personal choice. For me I wanted a nice fluid, fast ROM and I've settled with Davideuck V2 after trying many. Very nice.
Radio ROM's I'm just testing, as far as battery life. I can't say I tell much difference between the 3 current offers though...
Thanks for the reply....
I'm not asking people to compare ROMS I'm asking if I can download any Rom and any Radio version or are they specific for a country like on the HTC site.
once you have hard SPLed the device you can do what ever you want with it, which includes RADIO and ROMs, what you choose is your choice and since we cant give you advice on ROMS so as not to offend any cooks feelings we cant give you any help in choosing which one is best for you, however i have been using Duttys 1.7 to 2.1 for quite a while and felt rthem wonderful ROMs, 2.2 im running now is somewhat buggy but with a bit of work it looks very promising and will be running on my device in the future.
oh if your device is SIM locked you will need to change that too if you want to use a different carrier.
Hi guys
I have recently got the X1 and I really like it, but the reception at my home in Auckland, NZ, is terrible compared with my previous SE P1i. It is dropping out while sitting still.
Is it possible to upgrade the radio firmware or something? Can you link me to instructions or the right one for me to use??
I am no expert in this, and I did look on the forums without success.
I am using:
ROM: 1.05.949.13
Date: 04/23/09
Radio Version: 1.14.25.55
Protocol: 52.65.25.34w
Extpkg Ver: 1.0.11889.15276
Software version: r3aa013 Generic_Aus pa10
Thanks!!
Vim
All the chat is here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=477801), here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=532249) and here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=4221169). The search tool is a wonderful thing.
Hi,
Thanks, it would appear that a later version is New Xperia Radio 1.16.25.48.
I am willing to try and install this, but I would really appreciate it if someone could offer some clear guidance on this.
I installed Kovsimg already to upgrade the phone previously, but that is the extent of my knowledge.
This thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=532249 seems to have the right links for the download. But when I started it, all indications were that my whole ROM would be flashed, and that does not seem right???
Any help would be awesome guys...
Hi again
I found this faq here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-508038.html.
It is brilliant and answered most questions. I just went ahead and let the upgrade go and it just updated my phone radio, and this has improved the signal strength showing straight away.
Cheers.