Hi,
I have a question about branded Desire HD. We decided to buy branded (VF) Desire HDs for a research project at my university because of the price. Since we ordered a lot of phones to give them to people participating in our study (no free slots - sorry ) we now have to configure every phone by hand to have them connect to mobile internet (APN setting etc.)
I was wondering if it is possible to install the HTC/Android Autoconfiguration tool on the devices. Perhaps some1 already extracted an apk from a stock HTC ROM and can provide a download ?
I'm not sure if it's possible as search doesn't deliver any relevant results. But before configuring every device by hand, i thought i'll ask some experts here at xda
Best,
Mst
i am not sure if this will work but if you use titanium backup and backup everything and copy that to the other phones, would that work?
or backup the rom in rom manager and restore that to the other phones?
just a few thoughts, again, not sure if that will work, maybe someone has tried this already?
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I have bought an HTC p3600 from Expansys in the UK with a UK Vodafone pay monthly contract. It came with the Navigation CD to install the GPS enabled ROM. The CD will not allow me to install the software on my device. When I get to the 'Auto Detect' stage of the on screen instructions and click the Detect button I get this message 'The device connected to the PC does not appear to be a HTC P3600. Please make sure the USB cable is connnected on both sides and that ActiveSync has recognised the phone and press <Retry>'. The device is connected and I have just succesfully synced it with ActiveSync (version 4.5.0) which gives the name of the device as 'HTC p3600'. 'Retry' produces the same message. I have tried several times. Note that my HTC p3600 is now fully set up and in daily use i.e. I did not try installing the CD immediately on receiving the handset. What can I do? I am aware that the ROM upgrade is available on the HTC website for download but I am worried about installing it from there in case it infringes my contract with Vodafone/erases Vodafone software that is essential to my connection.
If it's that essential to you to maintain legal support from Vodafone, then LET them handle this issue for you. You've described the problem well enough, even for them, to get working... That's what they're there for; what you f***ng pay them for!
But if you're brave and don't mind doing some more manual labor (only having to set more system settings manualy; like SMS-setting, internet settings, etc), just go ahead and install the official HTC GPS-ROM in your language: that should work just fine, unless Voda has cripled your device with some curious lock on the ROM or so...
As for 'cooked' ROM's: there is a great community right here to help you out with trying out some 'custom' stuff
What you still might try in your current case is to get to bootloader (see here on the Wiki for instructions) and then try too flash again...
(However it does sound like you're following some strange custom setupapplication which does some crazy things)
thanks
Apologies for submitting thread twice, oops. Thanks Moaske for your advice. I will pursue the Vodafone option first but failing that I will follow your suggestions. I don't mind getting my hands dirty.
I think you can basically do what you like with the phone with regards official HTC SIM's because you bought a non Vodafone branded device with a 'stand alone' Vodafone contract via Expansys,
So, essentially, your beef is with Expansys who provided the device, not Vodafone who provide the service, but don't yet officially support the P3600 (though they are planning on releasing it as the VPS Compact GPS at some point).
If the CD provided won't install, either the CD image is faulty, or the P3600 itself is faulty. You need to talk to Expansys customer services.
Don't worry about losing your settings with a ROM update- HTC have a small configuration program available to download on their site, which does all the configs for you. It is also quite easy to enter them manually, and there are a number of sites that publish the settings for all the operators.
NeilM said:
I think you can basically do what you like with the phone with regards official HTC SIM's because you bought a non Vodafone branded device with a 'stand alone' Vodafone contract via Expansys,
So, essentially, your beef is with Expansys who provided the device, not Vodafone who provide the service, but don't yet officially support the P3600 (though they are planning on releasing it as the VPS Compact GPS at some point).
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My mistake... NeilM is absolutely right on this one... (i thought you had the VPA GPS). My advice would be; get a new HTC ROM... don't be afraid, we're here to help you
Hello,
I've been following this forum for several months now and I've been studying how to flash and what can possibly go wrong and I now just about feel comfortable with trying it myself.
I really want to try Ausdim and Eliasweb's ROMs but I still have one question...
Quite a while ago I downloaded a file called "htcp3600-NWW_France_Setup" which should see to my network settings if I understood correctly but the thing is I quite often go to Spain and seeing as I have the SFR World option my service provider hands control over to one of their partner networks in Spain and the same happens when I go to England.
With a cooked ROM is this still possible or would I have to file some other files to allow me to use my phone in other countries??
Thank you very much for your help.
Doesn't anybody know??? Please... A little help will be greatly appreciated.
It's the same.
Bye.
theres a software called setup operator ! do a search for that it'll sort your problem out, i think!
HTC connection setup thats it ! it got loads a countries and providers
Thanks for the answers
I just had a look at Ausdim's V3 Full and I see the program you said (HTC Connection Setup) is already integrated so it looks like everything will run smoothly
Hi guys, I'm new here and see that there is a active community surrounding this device. I know I havent contributed anything to the community yet (singed up about 20mins ago) but I was hoping you could answer the following question;
Can the EMONSTER (S11HT - http://emobile.jp/products/ht/s11ht/index.html) be flashed to run in English?
And
If it can, how easy would it be to get it running on EMobile again? If I remember correctly - all the settings are cleared when flashing?
And
Will all the applications still work?
I have seen it mentioned in a few different posts on the site, but never managed to find one that confirmed that it worked. I am planning on purchasing the phone sometime soon, and I know Japanese cell companies like to prevent the use of their phones for anything other than what they allow (For example, I think the S11HT in Japan only supports GPS with the device - no GPS via bluetooth)
A simple yes would be great - Is there anyone in Japan who has flashed this device and had no problems?
My 'Plan'
Buy the Device, Backup the Rom, Flash with a Cooked Rom (Many around - how can I tell which is 'best'?) and use the phone in English.
Thanks!
Also - I will be happy to provide the Japanese rom if I end up getting the phone.
Yes it is possible: the Wiki has a bunch of stuff regarding Rom flashing and cooking... If you backup the original Japanese Rom correctly you should be able to restore it with no problems. More info here: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Kaiser#ROMx20.Upgrading
Most of the Roms on the site are on English. Dutty's is the most popular around, yet I have not tried it myself.
Have fun, good luck.
Thanks for the quick reply. Im wanting to use an English rom, but how will things like the provider settings carry over? I know that EMobile uses the Docomo network, but I am not sure what settings the phone will need.
For example, (I am on softbank at the moment) I get the new phone, and flash it with an English rom. I then start the phone - will it be able to just 'run' on the network properly because of the sim card? Or are there network settings that need to input to access?
Sorry to bother you all with these questions, but I couldnt find much on the use of this phone in Japan. It would really suck if I bought this phone and then was limited to using it only with the Japanese firmware - I think alot has been disabled.
Thanks again!
Also - I have been doing a bit of research and see that I need a compatible radio rom. I can't find a Japanese one - Is WWE world wide? What does it stand for?
Thanks!
wwe=worldwide english
radio has no language dependency, you just need a radio that is compatible with you ROM, see this thread for more info.
Radio choices also depend on your location, you just have to try and see which works best with you, or you can search and see what other ppl in your area are using, or maybe some kind soul might post suggestions here in this thread.
WWE=world wide english
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Hello,
My name is Dror and I’m totally new here
I’ll be travelling in the US for 3 months (starting next week), and I’m planning to buy a G1 phone and use it on the T-Mobile network for that time (and then take it with me back home). I’ll bring my microSDHC card with some documents and music with me, and I’d also like to install Hebrew fonts. I’ll use the phone mostly for emails, IM, browsing, maps and of course – talking.
I’ve already ran some searches in the forum, but since I’ve never had a smartphones, and I’m not a developer or a linux user, I’m getting quite confused. I guess I’m also quite unaware of other important software I should install.
So basically, my questions are –
What should I do when I get the phone? Should I root it first, and which version should I upgrade it to afterwards (RC33, JF1.43, ADP1.1 – what is that, and what do I need?)?
Are there any recommended applications I should download (besides the Hebrew fonts), and how do I install them, assuming I don’t know even the basics about the interface?
I know that probably all of the answers to my questions are somewhere in the forum, but I simply don’t know how to look for them… and when I do find answers, I don’t always understand them.
Also, it might not have a lot to do with developing, but I’d really appreciate your tips regarding how to use the features of the phone (email, IM, calls…) with minimum cost, what plans should I ask from T-Mobile (keeping in mind its only for 3 months) or where is the best place to buy the handset in LA.
Thanks a lot for your help and patience!
Dror
1. I would suggest rooting your phone before installing any apps, as downgrading to RC30 will erase everything you have prior.
2. Off the top of my head I can think of:
SnapPhoto - Camera app replacement
Craigsphone - Craigslist on your phone. duh.
The Weather Channel - Self explanatory.
ToggleWifi/ToggleGPS/ToggleBlu - turns on or off certain phone functionality in one press rather then 4.
iMeem - Internet Radio
Shazam - Song ID
3. Here in the US you pick a voice plan and a then one of two data plans specific to the G1:
$24.99 for unlimited data + 400 texts
$34.99 for unlimited data and texts
I personally have the cheapest of both the voice and data plans and it runs me about $55/mth with taxes and all.
If your only staying here for three months, your going to have to ask for something called "FlexPay". Basically, you pay the full unsubsidized cost of the phone ($399) and you aren't locked into a service you won't be able to use back home.
Hope that helps.
I dont think you can use flex pay and still get the G1 data plans, but not 100% sure.
The wiki will explain the difference between the different JF builds and how to go about installing them.
Everything written by others is very true.
For hebrew fonts:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=480964
Also get task manager from the market place. By the way, you can unlock any t-mobile phone after 90 days of membership.
Baruch Abah
JackD3ath said:
I dont think you can use flex pay and still get the G1 data plans, but not 100% sure.
The wiki will explain the difference between the different JF builds and how to go about installing them.
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actually that bit about flex pay is incorrect.. Im on flex pay and have unlimited internet.
Thanks
Your answers really help me, so thanks a lot
A few more questions:
- If I understand correctly, I have to: move whatever I have on the memory card to a computer, format the card, downgrade to RC29 and root it, and then upgrade back to the latest version possible (RC33) using JFv1.43. 1st - am I right? have I mixed things up/missed anything? Is JFv1.43 the version that suits my needs (as I said before, I'm no developer)? 2nd - when do I install the fonts and other applications?
- Are the application you've mentioned available for free on the market/somewhere else? is there anything special I need to do to install them except downloading (like accessing a certain interface)?
Hope my questions make sense
Thanks,
Dror
Hey, I have an hd7 and I was wondering what exactly does flashing a new ROM do to it besides unbranding it and proving that its possible to do? So far it doesn't seem to do much because the phone it still so new.
well HTC develops own drivers for the qualcom hardware in thier devices. (or at least have someone that does that) so flashing a new rom improves (if it is not a buggy rom ) the way the hardware is used. e.g. they improve thier radio in each rom or so on....
I was looking for more like does it unlock the phone, or allow for sideloading. Or will it allow me to transfer files to and from the phone. That sort of thing.
well you can unlock your device via chevron. just search this foum for terms like dev-unlock oder chevron..... there is no official way that you get an unlocked device via an app in the marketplace. you can register an an dev by paing 100$ an publish an app in the marketplace to get an dev-unlock too.