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It's most likely impossible, but for a Bell user to be able to flash an ATT SBF and actually have it work would be amazing. As I'm 99% sure if we ever see gingerbread come from Bell this month (or summer for that matter) it most likely will not have an unlocked bootloader. I'm willing to do whatever necessary in order to help.
I'm no expert, but so far what I know of the difference involves the fact that we were able to install ATT themes/psuedoRoms by booting into recovery and using "Wipe DATA/Factory Reset". (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1070076). Why this is so I'm not sure.
Thanks for any consideration of the topic.
Ok. I'm no dev and I don't have bell. However, I was thinking... Could you use recovery to flash a flashable .zip file of the 1.83 update and then unlock that way? Not sure if that would work at all but it just crossed my mind.
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lyon21 said:
Ok. I'm no dev and I don't have bell. However, I was thinking... Could you use recovery to flash a flashable .zip file of the 1.83 update and then unlock that way? Not sure if that would work at all but it just crossed my mind.
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Wont work cause zip with fail cause can't flash the boot.img file.
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stevendeb25 said:
Wont work cause zip with fail cause can't flash the boot.img file.
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Got ya. That makes sense.
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OP - Requests do not belong in the development section. For future reference. It does suck that Bell is lagging so far behind AT&T though...
If your referring to that fact that they were able to get the Chinese version to load onto an ATT phone and then unlock the bootloader and not the Bell then yes unfortunate...But Bell isn't lagging behind ATT...Correct me if im wrong but i don't remember hearing any official announcements about when ATT was going to be getting the official gingerbread update.
On topic, i too wonder if there is a way to merge the two as it seems very fragmented right now.
From what i understand it's a matter of the Bell Atrix having a different "framework" than ATT.
Hopefully some Dev's care enough to maybe make a go at it? =)
my 2 cents
cheers
Guys the UK official gb release is coming out the same day as the ATT one. We can just flash the uk one, unlock, and then flash any atrix roms can we not?
And what garantee the uk one will be unlocked?
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And what garantee the uk one will be unlocked?
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I agree, Motorola said they would only unlock bootloaders where "carriers permit".
However, what would be the result of flashing an ATT sbf, as I don't know if anyonr has tried it but I have heard that RSDLite doesn't allow a Bell phone to flash an ATT sbf. If the hardware in the two phones is identical then at least in theory they should be able to flash either sbf. Or am I wrong?
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I agree, Motorola said they would only unlock bootloaders where "carriers permit".
However, what would be the result of flashing an ATT sbf, as I don't know if anyonr has tried it but I have heard that RSDLite doesn't allow a Bell phone to flash an ATT sbf. If the hardware in the two phones is identical then at least in theory they should be able to flash either sbf. Or am I wrong?
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They signed with different sigatures
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Another awesomely garbage thread. This isn't YouTube; quit taking dumps on your keyboard and hitting "Submit" at the end. Use the search function, damn it. Did you even consider doing some research before clogging up this board?
mods please move this thread to general or Q&A
OKay, i need someone with a bell phone to please upload their build.prop and PM me with it!
samcripp said:
OKay, i need someone with a bell phone to please upload their build.prop and PM me with it!
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Now that's taking the bull by its horns!
Can anyone post any updates of whether or not they have sent samcripp their build.prop?
I can't on my phone because i have a different sbf flashed onto it but i DO have my wife's atrix....all I've done to it is root it and freeze the bloatware...
Maybe i can look into where i can locate the build.prop file and send it to you=)
Sent you a link sir
Magnetox said:
Guys the UK official gb release is coming out the same day as the ATT one. We can just flash the uk one, unlock, and then flash any atrix roms can we not?
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Will the uk build have unlockable BL?
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msd24200 said:
Will the uk build have unlockable BL?
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Doubt it. As the bell and at&t ota.zips for gingerbread. The bootloaders are still locked
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After the ICS update leak, does the bionic support GSM networks?
I highly doubt it. Typically, if a device has the capacity for using a type of cell network, it comes with that capability enabled.
Take a look at this thread, there's a hack to get it to work, but part of it must be done before installing the ics leak.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1297714
linuxgator said:
Take a look at this thread, there's a hack to get it to work, but part of it must be done before installing the ics leak.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1297714
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Thanks for the link to the superthread, it's a little long and I'm not sure how current the information is. Which pieces need to be done before going to ICS? Is everything compatible with gingerbread .905?
Also, I thought applying the ICS update would overwrite the radio code...
Thanks a lot
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Thanks for the link to the superthread, it's a little long and I'm not sure how current the information is. Which pieces need to be done before going to ICS? Is everything compatible with gingerbread .905?
Also, I thought applying the ICS update would overwrite the radio code...
Thanks a lot
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I haven't read it too thoroughly as I'm not doing it, but it was just within the last few days where someone posted something about the ICS update issue. My suggestion is to start at the end and work your way back.
It works I'm using it now, ics on att 3g
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stefan.buddle said:
It works I'm using it now, ics on att 3g
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Did you have to do the hack? Does data work also for you?
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How about European freq bands ie GSM900/1800 UMTS2100?
YES
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After the ICS update leak, does the bionic support GSM networks?
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Hi Dani.
Yes it does. Mine was operating very well before I bricked it. Go to "Droid on TMobile" and you will learn how to do it.
Good Luck
Regards
Yes there is a guide in the thread on how to do it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1297714&highlight=ics&page=70
Hi everyone,
I have an XT860 from Bell Canada. I would like to mod it. Can someone tell me if it's a Droid 3 or Droid 2?
Also, what are the latest versions of Android available for these devices? The one installed now is 2.3.6 and I would very much like to jump to a Jelly Bean.
I appreciate some input before I waste too much trying to mod this.
Thanks
Droid 3. You're in the right section. Each ROM has an 860 patch but the problem is that the development on JellyBean has kind of stalled since the camera isn't working.
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Droid 3. You're in the right section. Each ROM has an 860 patch but the problem is that the development on JellyBean has kind of stalled since the camera isn't working.
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MrObvious, thanks a lot for the feedback.
1- What is an "860" patch?
2- What is the latest stable version of Android for my device? Not looking for Jelly Bean if camera doesn't work.
3- Where can I find instructions and latest ROMs for my device? ***I don't want to mess up the radio frequencies as it's a Canadian phone***
Thanks again.
Basically it just patches a few files and the build.prop so that it works with the 860 as all our ROMs are built for the 862 which is the Verizon CDMA version. Just flash a ROM and look for a patch. Minimoto is a good one because it has stability and Endroid made a patch that works.
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Basically it just patches a few files and the build.prop so that it works with the 860 as all our ROMs are built for the 862 which is the Verizon CDMA version. Just flash a ROM and look for a patch. Minimoto is a good one because it has stability and Endroid made a patch that works.
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Thanks again. So, where is the official mod thread? From what you said, I first mod it and then apply the Minimoto patch for 860. Did I get that right or is there a ROM specific to 860 that I should do?
The phone is unlocked and rooted but I don't think I have the framework to install ROMs so I probably need to read the official modding thread.
Thanks
torontobc said:
Thanks again. So, where is the official mod thread? From what you said, I first mod it and then apply the Minimoto patch for 860. Did I get that right or is there a ROM specific to 860 that I should do?
The phone is unlocked and rooted but I don't think I have the framework to install ROMs so I probably need to read the official modding thread.
Thanks
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For minimoto I'm moving the actual rom. If you look through the posts in the minimoto thread you'll find the link to the 860 version. I'd link you but I'm on my phone and it's a pita
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Endoroid said:
For minimoto I'm moving the actual rom. If you look through the posts in the minimoto thread you'll find the link to the 860 version. I'd link you but I'm on my phone and it's a pita
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I will go with Minimoto first and then try other MODs. There are many threads on Minimoto. I wonder why there is no sticky "Droid 3 ROMs & Instructions"
So far I learned that I have to install (somehow) SafeStrap and then MiniMoto ROM. Am I getting that correct? Is there a comprehensive guide to this specific to XT860?
Thanks
Sounds like you're getting it. Then look through the Minimoto thread to find the 860 patch.
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Sounds like you're getting it. Then look through the Minimoto thread to find the 860 patch.
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Thanks. Is this the official Minimoto ROM thread? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1978304
It mentions it's for XT862 but mine is XT860 and a Canadian version (Bell Canada). Would I be safe to use that?
torontobc said:
Thanks. Is this the official Minimoto ROM thread? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1978304
It mentions it's for XT862 but mine is XT860 and a Canadian version (Bell Canada). Would I be safe to use that?
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Here's the 860 version
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35709354
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Endoroid said:
Here's the 860 version
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35709354
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Thanks for the post but that is a huge thread. Were you meaning to point to the thread or a link within it?
Thanks
torontobc said:
Thanks for the post but that is a huge thread. Were you meaning to point to the thread or a link within it?
Thanks
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Actually his link goes right to the patch (to the post with the patch)
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Actually his link goes right to the patch (to the post with the patch)
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Yes, it does. I was hasty and not waiting for full page to show up. Thanks.
1- I have got Minimoto installed but Android version is 2.3.4 and that is lower than the 2.3.6 that came as stock. Is there anyway to upgrade that?
2- Would overclocking make a major different? Where is the official guide for overclocking for XT860?
Thanks
1 no 2 it can make it feel smoother
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1 no 2 it can make it feel smoother
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Thanks. I have installed Minimoto and here are some of the problems I am facing if there are any work-arounds for them?
1- I have been only seeing 3G and Edge for internet connection. On stock I can see H+ as well.
2- From time to time the phone doesn't have any internet connection and it has to be restarted to get internet connection - that is a big annoyance.
Any feedback?
Thanks again.
torontobc said:
Thanks. I have installed Minimoto and here are some of the problems I am facing if there are any work-arounds for them?
1- I have been only seeing 3G and Edge for internet connection. On stock I can see H+ as well.
2- From time to time the phone doesn't have any internet connection and it has to be restarted to get internet connection - that is a big annoyance.
Any feedback?
Thanks again.
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1)these are just cosmetic, you can have it show the h+ through build.prop edits
2)try adding the line ro.ril.hep=0 to the build.prop, it should help, and try just toggling airplane mode to reset the connection, easier than rebooting
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Endoroid said:
1)these are just cosmetic, you can have it show the h+ through build.prop edits
2)try adding the line ro.ril.hep=0 to the build.prop, it should help, and try just toggling airplane mode to reset the connection, easier than rebooting
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This is already there:
#improve signal stability maybe
ro.ril.hep=0
Would I be in better situation if I can an LTE sim card even though the phone doesn't support LTE but network does so maybe signal would be better?
torontobc said:
This is already there:
#improve signal stability maybe
ro.ril.hep=0
Would I be in better situation if I can an LTE sim card even though the phone doesn't support LTE but network does so maybe signal would be better?
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No, the phone most likely wouldnt even be able to read it. It happens to me pretty regular, I just toggle airplane mode
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Im on the motorola atrix hd running cyanogenmod with an unlocked bootloader. I installed safestrap hoping to flash some gapps but whenever i reboot I dont get the safestrap splash screen it just reboots normally. And whenever i go into recovery its still the stock one. Any help is appreciated.
Can anyone help please
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Can anyone help please
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Yes. Why are you using safestrap when that is a discontinued method and has been for quite some time with all threads pointing to mythools on the current way to do things?
Use the search feature and READ before posting threads like this.
Admins, please close this thread.
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Rude but thanks ill try it
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Yes. Why are you using safestrap when that is a discontinued method and has been for quite some time with all threads pointing to mythools on the current way to do things?
Use the search feature and READ before posting threads like this.
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Myth tools doesnt work well for me at all i get alot of errors
LilWonka24 said:
Myth tools doesnt work well for me at all i get alot of errors
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That tells us nothing. 'A lot of errors' is not a problem that i or anyone else can fix. We need details, error codes/msgs, what the device does, etc.
Lets start there and we'll see what we can do to get you up and running.
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That tells us nothing. 'A lot of errors' is not a problem that i or anyone else can fix. We need details, error codes/msgs, what the device does, etc.
Lets start there and we'll see what we can do to get you up and running.
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I just got another custom recovery from another source however it doesnt support my bootstrap backup. At this point i just want to go back to stock and re root and re do everything with my device but of course the firmware for the atrix hd is impossible to find.
If anyone has the atrix hd stock rom and firmware please link me to a download i really need it badly
LilWonka24 said:
I just got another custom recovery from another source however it doesnt support my bootstrap backup. At this point i just want to go back to stock and re root and re do everything with my device but of course the firmware for the atrix hd is impossible to find.
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Sorry for the delay, i got tied up with work. Boptstrap/safestrap is a discontinued for our device. Give me a sec to try to track stock sbf down for you
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Sorry for the delay, i got tied up with work. Boptstrap/safestrap is a discontinued for our device. Give me a sec to try to track stock sbf down for you
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Also is there anyway my bootstrap backup can even be recovered at this point it is still on my PC but not compatible with my current custom recovery. It has all of my contacts which I lost during flashing. If its not possible the stock is fine. Thanks for helping me it means a lot.
LilWonka24 said:
Also is there anyway my bootstrap backup can even be recovered at this point it is still on my PC but not compatible with my current custom recovery. It has all of my contacts which I lost during flashing. If its not possible the stock is fine. Thanks for helping me it means a lot.
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Custom recoveries can be used to backup/restore stock roms. However, bootstrap/safestrap was discontinued in apr-may 2013 when our bootloader became unlockable. No clue of any safestrap compatibilities. What does mythtools say when you run through the bootloader unlock script?
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Custom recoveries can be used to backup/restore stock roms. However, bootstrap/safestrap was discontinued in apr-may 2013 when our bootloader became unlockable. No clue of any safestrap compatibilities. What does mythtools say when you run through the bootloader unlock script?
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Ill check it out first thing when i get home.
I have jbbl 4.1.1 atrix HD...I am running cm 11 now. I tried going back to stock and myth tools isn't working. Any other way? I know with HTC phones you can run a ruu..does this principle kinda apply to the atrix? Thanks
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Try flashing with rsd, if not working, flash each file manually.. Instructions are available in general thread by skeevydude
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Aingaran said:
Try flashing with rsd, if not working, flash each file manually.. Instructions are available in general thread by skeevydude
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Know where I can find this? All links are dead. Tyvm
kimmyjay said:
Know where I can find this? All links are dead. Tyvm
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You can find an Xda Moderator and inform them that you are spamming across multiple theads.
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I'm not spamming anything. Someone that uses my WiFi router and got his account banned cuz of its IP address..so every time I make a damn profile it gets deleted. So...yea..