hi,
im a resident of india and im facing problems updating my mobile using the cell network . i contacted the service centre but in vain. i hv downloaded the kernel source code for my device frm htc dev but am unable to use it. please direct me with required steps.
tanfidle said:
hi,
im a resident of india and im facing problems updating my mobile using the cell network . i contacted the service centre but in vain. i hv downloaded the kernel source code for my device frm htc dev but am unable to use it. please direct me with required steps.
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What are you trying to do?
And what are you doing with the source?
Ruu or source code?
Kernel source code is for devs to compile their own kernel and use things from it, not for regular users like us
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markj338 said:
What are you trying to do?
And what are you doing with the source?
Ruu or source code?
Kernel source code is for devs to compile their own kernel and use things from it, not for regular users like us
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what is the procedure to manually update my phone wich is still stuck at froyo to the latest available version??
where can i find the required files...
(OR)
is there any way to recieve ota updates??
please post the required links and directons...
(i hv not tampered with any of the internal phone factory settings)
tanfidle said:
what is the procedure to manually update my phone wich is still stuck at froyo to the latest available version??
where can i find the required files...
(OR)
is there any way to recieve ota updates??
please post the required links and directons...
(i hv not tampered with any of the internal phone factory settings)
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Wow, so you are stuck on froyo without an ota update to gingerbread?
Go to about -> software updates and check now
To see if you have any updates available
Amazing that you are still on froyo, in Australia the phone launched with gb!
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markj338 said:
Wow, so you are stuck on froyo without an ota update to gingerbread?
Go to about -> software updates and check now
To see if you have any updates available
Amazing that you are still on froyo, in Australia the phone launched with gb!
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i have already tried that but failed....
it instantly shows that my phone software is upto date....
markj338 said:
Wow, so you are stuck on froyo without an ota update to gingerbread?
Go to about -> software updates and check now
To see if you have any updates available
Amazing that you are still on froyo, in Australia the phone launched with gb!
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+1 we had 2.3.3 then got ota to 2.3.5 now we got 4.0
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We are actually quite fortunate with all the updates we have received
I think something you can try is to run the ruu for your correct region/Cid
Pretty sure its safe, can someone confirm?
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i have searched for some ruu files but am unable to decide wich one is gud fr me...
please help...
What is your software version at the moment?
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What is your software version at the moment?
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2.2.1
It there a number like 4.10.405.1 somewhere in about phone?
It wont start with a 4, maybe with a 1 or 2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28593737#post28593737
i found this thread but it seems that there is some issue of ota and ruu??
please guide me what link to follow to update my device with directions to do so....
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It there a number like 4.10.405.1 somewhere in about phone?
It wont start with a 4, maybe with a 1 or 2
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my software number is 1.36.720.1....
What is your Hboot version too?
If you want to root, now would probably be a good time if you Hboot is compatible with revolutionary
Unless you can find a ruu or ota that is compatible, which I don't know
If you don't want to root you need to find an ruu or ota that works with your phone (I have no experience in doing this)
Another thing you could do is make a goldcard and flash any ruu (I did this)
Edit: guide to s off froyo
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1036581
Not tested personally, read the comments
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What is your Hboot version too?
If you want to root, now would probably be a good time if you Hboot is compatible with revolutionary
Unless you can find a ruu or ota that is compatible, which I don't know
If you don't want to root you need to find an ruu or ota that works with your phone (I have no experience in doing this)
Another thing you could do is make a goldcard and flash any ruu (I did this)
Edit: guide to s off froyo
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1036581
Not tested personally, read the comments
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i dont want to root my device for now....
i just want to get a legal ota update to my device asap...is there any way to do so??
tanfidle said:
i dont want to root my device for now....
i just want to get a legal ota update to my device asap...is there any way to do so??
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Yes, you can run the ruu
I don't know which one, either someone else can tell you or you need to research
Just ask someone get before doing it, to be sure, I don't know sorry
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You should probably start by installing CID Getter from the market to determine what region your phone is made for. After that, it will be easier to determine which RUU you need to get you up and running. Post your CID here and maybe we can find the correct RUU for you.
mr nick said:
You should probably start by installing CID Getter from the market to determine what region your phone is made for. After that, it will be easier to determine which RUU you need to get you up and running. Post your CID here and maybe we can find the correct RUU for you.
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i already hav an OTA file for the indian version but from one of the threads but dint know hw to use the file to update my phone....
The problem with OTA files is that they are incremental and are only meant for going from specific versions of software so the fact that you are on such on old version, it is highly unlikely that any OTAs are available, hence you need to flash a full RUU of either the most up to date or at least a much newer release.
As an example, I flashed the Virgin AU RUU that's available on here but it's too old to receive OTA updates. I then used a backup of the software that was on my phone when I bought it and that received an update within seconds of turning on.
So you will need to determine what your CID is and then you will be able to get a newer RUU that will allow you to start receiving OTA updates.
tanfidle said:
i already hav an OTA file for the indian version but from one of the threads but dint know hw to use the file to update my phone....
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Once again, please put the phone in FASTBOOT USB mode and then run the command:
fastboot getvar all
and post the results. This will give us all of the information to help guide you in the right direction.
The problem with an OTA is that it is upgrades you from one specific version to another, so if you don't have the right version to start with, an OTA will not help you.
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Ok I just got my IS and I am in America. I go to update and it says I am up to date. I see you can not root the S-on yet so i am stuck in 2.2.1. Also do you get OTA updates if you are in the US for this phone.
Use my downgrade guide, but dont use the version changer and use a goldcard, should've work.
KROMO50 said:
Ok I just got my IS and I am in America. I go to update and it says I am up to date. I see you can not root the S-on yet so i am stuck in 2.2.1. Also do you get OTA updates if you are in the US for this phone.
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You'll get the OTA even though you're in the US.
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NardVa said:
You'll get the OTA even though you're in the US.
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I doubt it ...
Running unlocked on T-Mobile and AT&T and I bet we'll never get an OTA update... ever.
Quick Guide with S-on:
1, Download one of the official RUU rom (name comes with "signed")
2, Make a Goldcard - will take you 5-20 minutes computer work.
3, Run the RUU rom .exe, keep click next->next->next->..........
Hog Milanese said:
I doubt it ...
Running unlocked on T-Mobile and AT&T and I bet we'll never get an OTA update... ever.
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Ummm...the update comes from htc. It has nothing to do with tmobile or att.
kylechen said:
Quick Guide with S-on:
1, Download one of the official RUU rom (name comes with "signed")
2, Make a Goldcard - will take you 5-20 minutes computer work.
3, Run the RUU rom .exe, keep click next->next->next->..........
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Has anybody actually managed to do this with a Bell IS, though? Mine is unlocked on AT&T, and I have yet to try it, because I haven't found anybody that's done it successfully. Most posts that I've seen say they get an error, that the goldcard method won't work on a Bell IS for some reason.
bjg222 said:
Has anybody actually managed to do this with a Bell IS, though? Mine is unlocked on AT&T, and I have yet to try it, because I haven't found anybody that's done it successfully. Most posts that I've seen say they get an error, that the goldcard method won't work on a Bell IS for some reason.
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Same here everyone that has tried it has got an error.
hi all,
i know that we can use gold card to update to the UK gingerbread rom from our s-on IS irregardless of the IS region (i.e. asia, hk, etc).
But can we use the gold card to downgrade back to 2.2 official firmware (e.g. 1.38.707.1)?
We are not dependant on T-Mobile USA for the updates, they have no way of tracking. Once HTC releases 2.3 we can download direct over data or WiFi
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Das_mobile said:
We are not dependant on T-Mobile USA for the updates, they have no way of tracking. Once HTC releases 2.3 we can download direct over data or WiFi
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That's exactly right. The phone calls home to check for an update and uses whatever data network available to do so.
It is in no way, shape or form carrier tied.
jivemaster said:
That's exactly right. The phone calls home to check for an update and uses whatever data network available to do so.
It is in no way, shape or form carrier tied.
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I tend to believe you, but I had emailed HTC a few weeks ago asking about this exact topic. Here's their response:
With OTA software upgrades, it's a bit iffy. In some circumstances, update sofware is provided to local stores, who should be able to update the phone for you (policies on this differ from carrier to carrier, where some may be okay with updating an unlocked phone, and others won't).
Sometimes, a downloadable version can be found on our website for the phone in question:
http://www.htc.com/ca/support/incredibles-bell/downloads/
Each device has a specific address that it checks for its updates. Theoretically, the unlocking process shouldn't change that. Your device should still continue to recieve updates, however, it really depends on Bell's update policy when it comes to phones no longer on their network.
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KROMO50 said:
Ok I just got my IS and I am in America. I go to update and it says I am up to date. I see you can not root the S-on yet so i am stuck in 2.2.1. Also do you get OTA updates if you are in the US for this phone.
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make a goldcard
and flash an Europe ROM via RUU
Both are the same ... Go for the ota ... Atleast you wont lose your data ... The goldcard ruus update all the things too ...
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KROMO50 said:
Ok I just got my IS and I am in America. I go to update and it says I am up to date. I see you can not root the S-on yet so i am stuck in 2.2.1. Also do you get OTA updates if you are in the US for this phone.
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My suggestion do not update. Keep your phone with froyo and seek way to s-off first. Easier to soff in froyo than gb. I have same phone and updated. Now stuck waiting for alpharevx with longggg que IS users
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i have already update via OTA my incredible s to software number 2.30.707.1 and android version 2.3.3. Now i'll want to s-off and root my incredible, but i cant find tutorial for do that, please help me....thanks
It's all over the forum. If u just do a search "how to s-off" ull find it. Failing that look at the first few posts in development section.
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if you can't s-off with the latest rev, then it is more likely you will have to wait until someone finds another way around.... failing that you could wait for htc to release a their own way to unlock the bootloader, but i wouldnt hold my breath.
my bad....i have done made goldcard and when i try Run "ruu_vivo_gingerbread_s_virgin_mobile_au_2.12.981.2 _r_radio_20.2803.30.085au_3805.04.03.12_m_release_ 185029_signed" i have the error report and the proses stopped.
amilluthfi said:
my bad....i have done made goldcard and when i try Run "ruu_vivo_gingerbread_s_virgin_mobile_au_2.12.981.2 _r_radio_20.2803.30.085au_3805.04.03.12_m_release_ 185029_signed" i have the error report and the proses stopped.
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I don't think you can downgrade the rom from version 2.30.707.1 to 2.12.981.2.
Correct me if i'm wrong.
amilluthfi said:
my bad....i have done made goldcard and when i try Run "ruu_vivo_gingerbread_s_virgin_mobile_au_2.12.981.2 _r_radio_20.2803.30.085au_3805.04.03.12_m_release_ 185029_signed" i have the error report and the proses stopped.
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kk_creed said:
I don't think you can downgrade the rom from version 2.30.707.1 to 2.12.981.2.
Correct me if i'm wrong.
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That is correct, you cannot downgrade using a RUU with S-ON.
Sense 3.0
Can anybody help me. I flashed ROM from sense 2.1 to 3.0. S-off my Incredible S, After flashing rebooted my phone but it is freezing at startup screen. Please help me on this. I don't want to loose my phone(((
aaa43 said:
Can anybody help me. I flashed ROM from sense 2.1 to 3.0. S-off my Incredible S, After flashing rebooted my phone but it is freezing at startup screen. Please help me on this. I don't want to loose my phone(((
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Which ROM did you flash? Did you follow the complete instructions concerning wiping/system reset before you flashed? If you search the ROM thread, there is probably a post with a script file that will disable the Overclocking/Undervoltage settings that can cause this issue.
So this morning there was a thread on androidcentral that the official ICS upgrade for the vivid was being pushed out. I got the OTA update, 3.26.502.56, and copied it to my sdcard......but I have no idea what to do with it. If this is not different from the leak floating around feel free to delete this thread
Where did it save it to cause I got it and want to save it before I upgrade.
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jsramirez27 said:
So this morning there was a thread on androidcentral that the official ICS upgrade for the vivid was being pushed out. I got the OTA update and copied it to my sdcard......but I have no idea what to do with it.
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Yeah, maybe try reading or searching. This topic belongs in General, blah blah blah.
Anyway, there's a thread with instructions, but since I'm operating under the presumption that you're not going to follow it, download this RUU, run it, and follow the directions it gives you.
Link.
I doubt you've unlocked your bootloader either, by the sound of it, so I'm not going to tell you to "fastboot oem lock".
I am rooted and unlocked. I know how to perform the update but I copied it to my sdcard so that it could be used for dev purposes. FYI i tried to perform the update and it gave me an error, probly because I am rooted and unlocked
tbone22 said:
Where did it save it to cause I got it and want to save it before I upgrade.
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In downloads, I just copied and pasted using a file manager
jsramirez27 said:
I am rooted and unlocked. I know how to perform the update but I copied it to my sdcard so that it could be used for dev purposes. FYI i tried to perform the update and it gave me an error, probly because I am rooted and unlocked
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I have absolutely no idea what you're on about.
So you downloaded VIVID_ICS_OTA_ROOT.zip or whatever and you tried to CWM it?
The instructions from where you downloaded it from should have either given you a PH39100.zip to update your HBOOT before you reflash recovery and then the ICS zip. You MUST lock your bootloader before you use the PH39100 update zip.
If you have only a PH39100.zip image, you MUST LOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER, otherwise it will not work. Again, it should have been very clear from wherever you got the zip from.
What sort of crap site didn't tell you these things?
EDIT: Did you get this from ATT Software Update? That's probably the worst way to get this update. I'm also pretty sure you need to relock for that too.
Aus_Azn said:
I have absolutely no idea what you're on about.
So you downloaded VIVID_ICS_OTA_ROOT.zip or whatever and you tried to CWM it?
The instructions from where you downloaded it from should have either given you a PH39100.zip to update your HBOOT before you reflash recovery and then the ICS zip. You MUST lock your bootloader before you use the PH39100 update zip.
If you have only a PH39100.zip image, you MUST LOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER, otherwise it will not work. Again, it should have been very clear from wherever you got the zip from.
What sort of crap site didn't tell you these things?
EDIT: Did you get this from ATT Software Update? That's probably the worst way to get this update. I'm also pretty sure you need to relock for that too.
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I dont think ure understanding what I am saying, I am not referring to the leak, this is the official OTA ICS update from AT&T. I know that I need to relock to install, I dont want to do that because I dont want to lose root. I'm posting so that devs can root and do whatever else with this.
Aus_Azn said:
I have absolutely no idea what you're on about.
So you downloaded VIVID_ICS_OTA_ROOT.zip or whatever and you tried to CWM it?
The instructions from where you downloaded it from should have either given you a PH39100.zip to update your HBOOT before you reflash recovery and then the ICS zip. You MUST lock your bootloader before you use the PH39100 update zip.
If you have only a PH39100.zip image, you MUST LOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER, otherwise it will not work. Again, it should have been very clear from wherever you got the zip from.
What sort of crap site didn't tell you these things?
EDIT: Did you get this from ATT Software Update? That's probably the worst way to get this update. I'm also pretty sure you need to relock for that too.
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No, he was just wondering if it is the same one that is one here. because the ones we have been using are leaks. There have been rumors that some are sense 4.0 instead of 3.6
jsramirez27 said:
I dont think ure understanding what I am saying, I am not referring to the leak, this is the official OTA ICS update from AT&T.
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There was no leak... The RUU is the official HTC RUU for the ICS update.
The "leak" you speak of was made from an OTA update pushed to one of the first recipients of the Vivid's ICS. Versions .52, .54 and .56 are all essentially identical.
Aus_Azn said:
There was no leak... The RUU is the official HTC RUU for the ICS update.
The "leak" you speak of was made from an OTA update pushed to one of the first recipients of the Vivid's ICS. Versions .52, .54 and .56 are all essentially identical.
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This is what I was trying to find out. So this OTA is nothing new.
jsramirez27 said:
This is what I was trying to find out. So this OTA is nothing new.
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That's what I am wondering too. Why we have 3 versions of a 2 week old update?
Hi.
I've come to notice that every time an OTA update is available I'm the last one to get it. In December when Sense 3.0 update came out I only got it about 2 months after the official update announcement. And now it looks like it's happening again with the ICS update.
Anyhow I bought my phone second hand, and how can I now to which region it belongs? Is there a way to know how long do I have to wait for the update, or how top get it faster.?
Hmmm.... why does even HTC bother with this region nonsense.?
Please an answer to this?
Im 100% new here.
So far it looks like only some European countries have received the update, and only for WWE phones, to find out if it's a WWE phone you can check with fastboot:
Code:
fastboot getvar cid
If it's HTC__001 you have a WWE phone. I live in the UK and haven't got the update yet, but I'm hoping to get it at least this week. If your phones not WWE, then it'll probably take even longer for your update to be released.
Can you give me the steps to get in fast boot please?
kidpaddle45 said:
Can you give me the steps to get in fast boot please?
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since all you're needing is the cid, just go grab CID getter off the store. It's free and will tell you your carrier ID and thus who you're beholden to for updates.
As kouroshp said, if the CID is HTC_001, you have a WWE phone (SIM-unlocked and purchased from HTC, rather than via a carrier) and get your updates straight from HTC and thus you're likely to get your updates soonest.
If it isn't, then you know who to bother about when you'll be getting the update.
Either download the Android SDK or these files, either should give you fastboot.
Power off your phone, power it back on holding the power button and the volume-down button, select fastboot from the list (using the volume keys to navigate and the power to select), then connect your phone to your PC.
Then open command prompt, change to the directory containing fastboot, and enter what I said in my previous post. Select reboot afterwards.
EDIT: Or what compro01 said, got there before me
I noticed a link that was posted on the other thread. Is this for all phones?
fotadl.htc.com/OTA_VIVO_ICS_35_S_HTC_WWE_4.10.405.1-3.11.405.2_release_26607852ppgo5o99q87515.zip
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compro01 said:
since all you're needing is the cid, just go grab CID getter off the store. It's free and will tell you your carrier ID and thus who you're beholden to for updates.
As kouroshp said, if the CID is HTC_001, you have a WWE phone (SIM-unlocked and purchased from HTC, rather than via a carrier) and get your updates straight from HTC and thus you're likely to get your updates soonest.
If it isn't, then you know who to bother about when you'll be getting the update.
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you are the best,very good and simple tool,thank you for this,i heave CID HTC_001 WWE phone ,but not riceve the update yet
Hmmmm weird!
After using CID getter i get at the top written in red it says:
[CID is:]: [11111111]
if i scroll i also find this:
[ro.carrirer]:[ALL]
[ro.aa.maincid]:[BM___001]
[ro.aa.cidlist]:[BM___001]
[ro.product.manufacturer]:[HTC]
[ro.product.region]:[]
So is that cid_001?
and does that mean my phone has no specific region?? O.O im lost help please?
kidpaddle45 said:
Hmmmm weird!
After using CID getter i get at the top written in red it says:
[CID is:]: [11111111]
if i scroll i also find this:
[ro.carrirer]:[ALL]
[ro.aa.maincid]:[BM___001]
[ro.aa.cidlist]:[BM___001]
[ro.product.manufacturer]:[HTC]
[ro.product.region]:[]
So is that cid_001?
and does that mean my phone has no specific region?? O.O im lost help please?
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What this means is you have a XTC Clip'd IncS, but you have the North American version based on the BM___001 value.
The NA IncS is modelid PG3212000. The update is for the modelid PG3213000, so the official OTA would fail with device id error.
The good news is since you are S-OFF/carrier unlocked via XTC Clip, you can force the WWE version of 3.11.405.2 on your phone and then force the ICS OTA.
Thanks a lot for the reply.
I understood half of what you said...i'm completey new with android and hacking but from what i understand my model of HTC isn't the on compatible with the OTA update but since i'm S-OFF i can force the update using recovery boot and forcing it to launch the instalation?(Using this file i assume)
-fotadl.htc.com/OTA_VIVO_ICS_35_S_HTC_WWE_4.10.405.1-3.11.405.2_release_26607852ppgo5o99q87515.zip-
Am i right? I've been into this rooting stuff and recovery etc for about half an hour lol so what i said is complete non sence just correct me xD.
kidpaddle45 said:
Thanks a lot for the reply.
I understood half of what you said...i'm completey new with android and hacking but from what i understand my model of HTC isn't the on compatible with the OTA update but since i'm S-OFF i can force the update using recovery boot and forcing it to launch the instalation?(Using this file i assume)
-fotadl.htc.com/OTA_VIVO_ICS_35_S_HTC_WWE_4.10.405.1-3.11.405.2_release_26607852ppgo5o99q87515.zip-
Am i right? I've been into this rooting stuff and recovery etc for about half an hour lol so what i said is complete non sence just correct me xD.
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First you have to get the latest version of GB 2.3.5/Sense 3.0 installed on your phone. This will be WWE 3.11.405.2. This is the only version that the OTA file will upgrade.
Can you please give me a link to where i can get this wwe file and how to install it?
I've searched for one and found this
(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583395)
,but it seems the zip file is corrupted when i open it
Realy appreciating your help! Thanks a lot!
kidpaddle45 said:
Can you please give me a link to where i can get this wwe file and how to install it?
I've searched for one and found this
(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583395)
,but it seems the zip file is corrupted when i open it
Realy appreciating your help! Thanks a lot!
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This post has the WWE RUU and the OTA:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=28197941&postcount=415
Again...Thanks a loooooooot for the help!
I want to update my HTC one to 4.2.2 but mine is the US variant (HTC_001 and not locked to any carrier) so I guess it will be a while before the update goes OTA??
Anywho, I understand that there is away to change the MID to get OTA from UK (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2322820)
But it says that I require "s-off".
Can you be kind enough to explain what it is and how I can get it?
uzman1243 said:
I want to update my HTC one to 4.2.2 but mine is the US variant (HTC_001 and not locked to any carrier) so I guess it will be a while before the update goes OTA??
Anywho, I understand that there is away to change the MID to get OTA from UK (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2322820)
But it says that I require "s-off".
Can you be kind enough to explain what it is and how I can get it?
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S-off means security off.
There are certain partitions in the phone which contain the firmware, drivers, etc which are protected with s-on (security on). The reason for this is that if incorrect data is written to these areas your phone can become a permanent brick.
Obtaining s-off is a relatively easy process but can be risky if you don't know what you are doing.
My suggestion to you if you don't know what s-off is is to research and then some more and be familiar with the benefits vs risks.
In my signature below is a guide by vomer which provides details and links to the various processes you have to go through.
rider5512 said:
S-off means security off.
There are certain partitions in the phone which contain the firmware, drivers, etc which are protected with s-on (security on). The reason for this is that if incorrect data is written to these areas your phone can become a permanent brick.
Obtaining s-off is a relatively easy process but can be risky if you don't know what you are doing.
My suggestion to you if you don't know what s-off is is to research and then some more and be familiar with the benefits vs risks.
In my signature below is a guide by vomer which provides details and links to the various processes you have to go through.
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Thank you.
I looked into it, and the whole process is a very arduous task. You have to unlock the bootloader, then root it, then s off, then use that tutorial to change the MID.
I think there is too much risks given my knowledge of android hacking.
I guess ill just have to wait for OTA for the US variant.
uzman1243 said:
Thank you.
I looked into it, and the whole process is a very arduous task. You have to unlock the bootloader, then root it, then s off, then use that tutorial to change the MID.
I think there is too much risks given my knowledge of android hacking.
I guess ill just have to wait for OTA for the US variant.
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Why wait for an ota update when you could just unlock the bootloader, install a custom recovery, and install something like ARHD 12.0 which is rock stable and is way more faster than the stock rom.
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uzman1243 said:
Thank you.
I looked into it, and the whole process is a very arduous task. You have to unlock the bootloader, then root it, then s off, then use that tutorial to change the MID.
I think there is too much risks given my knowledge of android hacking.
I guess ill just have to wait for OTA for the US variant.
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Yea..u dnt hv to s-off to flash custom rom...
uzman1243 said:
I want to update my HTC one to 4.2.2 but mine is the US variant (HTC_001 and not locked to any carrier) so I guess it will be a while before the update goes OTA??
Anywho, I understand that there is away to change the MID to get OTA from UK (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2322820)
But it says that I require "s-off".
Can you be kind enough to explain what it is and how I can get it?
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Just wait for the OTA, should be soon.. I just got mine updated OTA 2 days ago HTC_044.
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akk60 said:
Why wait for an ota update when you could just unlock the bootloader, install a custom recovery, and install something like ARHD 12.0 which is rock stable and is way more faster than the stock rom.
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Hmmm well I prefer the Stock 4.2.2 with sense 5. And since mine is USA variant so the only way to get it will be to change the MID. so thats unlock the bootloader, then root it, then s off, then use that tutorial to change the MID.
alanchai said:
Just wait for the OTA, should be soon.. I just got mine updated OTA 2 days ago HTC_044.
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USA man, its always the last one that gets the updates. But thank god mine is not given to an carrier.