Hey guys,
I've been reading quite extensively into upgrading just the Radio version on my i-mate Jasjam. I get terrible reception where I am and am hoping to cure this with a more recent radio (currently on 1.20.31.10, HTC_Boot 0107).
However having read the multiple warnings against upgrading to Radio ROMs above 1.27 I'm a bit unsure. Ideally I'd like to give 1.43 a try due to the positive comments on its GSM reception. Unfortunately, being above Radio ROM 1.27 it comes with the bundle of joy that is Radio Bootloader 0108.
The main reason I don't want to upgrade to Radio Bootloader 0108 is for warranty purposes. If I upgrade the radio and HardSPL I'll have no problems downgrading these later. The Radio Bootlaoder, on the other hand, seems to be impossible to get rid of.
So I guess I have two questions.
The main question is whether radio bootloader 0108 is still not downgradable. I came across two threads where it seemed as if progress would be made - the first was a post by pof 2 years ago saying he was working on a method to downgrade, found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=293297&page=3&highlight=radio+bootloader+0108
and the other thread was written by olipro and looked very promising, with a volunteer to test a patched radio bootloader, but with no results posted. This was a 18 months ago:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=297897&highlight=radio+bootloader+0108
The second question isn't a big deal, but I'm just wondering why so many people who have warned against upgrading to Radios with radio bootloader 0108 have radio bootloader 0108 installed themselves?
At the moment it looks like I'm going to be stuck with crappy reception for the next 2 years due to fear of voiding (and not being able to "unvoid") my warranty, unless this 0108 problem gets fixed!
Any updates on this situation would really be appreciated.
No rom upgrade from I-mate with 108 bl??
I had same problem , my tyTn was shipped with radio 1.03.06.00 (bl < 108).
I waited untill a new rom upgrade was available and checked for radio bl=108.
Now I'm running radio 1.43 , I believe you haven't a lot to wait for..
Thanks for the reply jarod, that's actually a good point - I thought i-mate hadn't released a ROM upgrade which included a 0108 radio bootloader but I was wrong. They released one then pulled it from their website.
Since I can still get it from here I could upgrade using an official i-mate release and therefore not void my warranty, and wouldn't have any need to downgrade back to 0107 if I were sending my phone in for repairs.
They pulled it off thier website,
but not off their FTP
ftp://ftp.clubimate.com/i-mate_JASJAM_telstra_1.31.305.2_106_6275_1.38.30.10_108_ship.zip
As long as you put HardSPL on it, Who cares about warranty, the crap Ive done to mine and haven't stuffed it, It's unbelievable
Much of the BL 108 talk was from before the time when we had a way to get around the flashing a radio. Much work has been done in the past 7 months on both ROM Cooking as well as opening up the Hermes...
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I'm running ROM Version 1.18.255.3
Radio Version 1.03.03.10
with boot loader 1.06
I want to know if I can upgrade the Radio version to one of the newer ones. I have an HTC TyTN, unlocked, using Cingular Service. I'm just worried that if I upgrade the radio I won't get any access...any tips, or suggestions?
Yes I have read the Hermes upgrading guide, but it doesn't answer my questions.
I'd try re-reading it, and a few threads on here that have to deal with RADIO roms....
hZSoul said:
I'm running ROM Version 1.18.255.3
Radio Version 1.03.03.10
with boot loader 1.06
I want to know if I can upgrade the Radio version to one of the newer ones. I have an HTC TyTN, unlocked, using Cingular Service. I'm just worried that if I upgrade the radio I won't get any access...any tips, or suggestions?
Yes I have read the Hermes upgrading guide, but it doesn't answer my questions.
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mate honestly if you read the guides and this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=295751 you would have a basic idea. If you still cant understand it then read the wiki here http://wiki.xda-developers.com/
hZSoul said:
I'm running ROM Version 1.18.255.3
Radio Version 1.03.03.10
with boot loader 1.06
I want to know if I can upgrade the Radio version to one of the newer ones. I have an HTC TyTN, unlocked, using Cingular Service. I'm just worried that if I upgrade the radio I won't get any access...any tips, or suggestions?
Yes I have read the Hermes upgrading guide, but it doesn't answer my questions.
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Hi sir, it would be better for you to thoroughly read the wiki and various threads on this. Having seen your ROM version etc... I would definatly recommend flashing a newer TyTN rom, the latest one available that is still in WM5 is the AKU3.3 ROM which has the newer radio rom in it aswell, you will possibly get better call reception etc.... also the ROM is a HELL of alot more stable than the one you are running now. Video playback in TCPMP/Coreplayer works with ATi Imageon turned on, and works flawlessly in rawframbuffer mode (so you can watch divx and things on your TyTN....worth it for the train)
Dont be too quick to flash it though....definatly read up on what you are doing before you go ahead. Any more questions (once you have read up ) come back here.
Alright, I was up pretty late last night reading the wiki. I'll continue to read today, and then I'll have some more questions. I've almost got it sorted, so...
Thanks alot guys for the help, as I was considering returning my TyTN, and going back to my older mobile.
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Alright, I was up pretty late last night reading the wiki. I'll continue to read today, and then I'll have some more questions. I've almost got it sorted, so...
Thanks alot guys for the help, as I was considering returning my TyTN, and going back to my older mobile.
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:O NO WAY!!!!! you havent even touched the realms of stuff you can do with it!
Ok so heres some questions to start off with.
After reading the wiki, I kind of took myself in a loop. At first I just wanted to upgrade the Radio. It told me to downgrade to 1.04, and then I would be able to load any radio version I wanted. So I went to the downgrade page, and it said I needed the CID Unlocker. I tried to download that, however the zip is a corrupt file. If anyone has it, and could send it to me, that would be appreciated.
Now my next question is...do I need to use the CID Unlocker to be able to upgrade the ROM? Or can I just download AKU 3.3, install it, and it will flash the ROM without any problems.
Thanks!
EDIT: So I went here...http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=282073, to check the CID / SIM Unlocker, but it says I need to downgrade to 1.04, because I can upgrade.
Try reading: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=293665
I read that, and I went ahead and ran the program.
I'm still using SPL 1.06
ROM Version still 1.18.255.3
Radio has been updated to 1.16.00.00.
Reception still hasn't changed much. I'll have 4Bars to start with, and then it will drop to 2...
I also used the CID/SIM Unlocker, so I'm good to go.
That means I should be able to load AKU3.3 right? Or should I downgrade to SPL 1.04 first?
hZSoul said:
I read that, and I went ahead and ran the program.
I'm still using SPL 1.06
ROM Version still 1.18.255.3
Radio has been updated to 1.16.00.00.
Reception still hasn't changed much. I'll have 4Bars to start with, and then it will drop to 2...
I also used the CID/SIM Unlocker, so I'm good to go.
That means I should be able to load AKU3.3 right? Or should I downgrade to SPL 1.04 first?
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So youve unlocked the device and changed it to SuperCID. Good work.
Just run the latest AKU3.3 HTC rom (its at the top). You will get an updated radio version and the new AKU, remember to backup all your stuff and be prepared to reinstall all the settings/applications. As i said again, dont flash the rom unless you are sure you know what you are doing.
I should be good. I'm about to run it, once it finishes the download.
I just have 2 conerns...will the radio reception be any better, and 2 is it really that much better? I was looking for the "updates faq's", or what was included, but I didn't see anything.
Also the other thing, is not really a concern but more of it being tiedious, is re-entering all of the WAP, and MMS, settings...ballocks...oh well. Here goes...
hZSoul said:
I should be good. I'm about to run it, once it finishes the download.
I just have 2 conerns...will the radio reception be any better, and 2 is it really that much better? I was looking for the "updates faq's", or what was included, but I didn't see anything.
Also the other thing, is not really a concern but more of it being tiedious, is re-entering all of the WAP, and MMS, settings...ballocks...oh well. Here goes...
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If you are going to play with the TyTN like us people on here are (such as testing WM XDA-Live) you will get used to adding the MMS/GPRS settings.
There is a NOTICEABLE improvement in reception from radio version 1.27.00.00 onwards, the version in the HTC-AKU3.3 rom package is 1.34.10.00 so you SHOULD see a slight improvment. Stability is by far the best thing on that ROM.
I highly recommend downloading TCPMP and trying out some .avi files on it as it is the version with the ATi Imageon chip working as desired.
Since upgrading to radio 1.27 (and later to 1.35.00.11) the 3G reception of my TyTN has improved alot, such that i can get 3G reception downstairs where before i only got strong GSM.
Alright, the upgrade went smooth, now I just have to go and add in the MMS, and GPRS settings, so...I'll get around to that a little later.
So I have the latest ROM version, with the latest boot loader. I am a little dissapointed though. Even with the newest Radio version, it still does not pickup a signal as well as my Sony W810i did. Prehaps interference, from the bluetooth, or the Wi-Fi radios. However I don't even have those turned on. Hurm...
The OS runs alot smoother than the previous build. Now I just have to go in and tweak the settings. Everything else though seems to be nice.
About the radio. With my W810i, the signal was very strong, even when in the buildings on my college campus. However the reception from the TyTN, isn't as strong. This might end up being the breaking point...I'll keep testing it out, so we'll see.
As of right now though, I've full integrated my life into this device. I have my comlete daily schedule planned in with classes, meetings, ect. Today in class, rather than taking notes I was able to logon to the website, and download the powerpoint presentation that was being used, and used that for my notes. Gotta love having a campus that is 100% Wi-Fi.
Thanks for the help with the upgrade. I'm glad you stepped in otherwise I would have turned around and sold it, even though I've very happy with my TyTN, everything but the Radio problem though...
uh, "Latest" Boot Loader? You mean you put 1.09 on the phone? or are you talking about the RADIO bootloader? That you now have 0108?
If you put 1.09 on the phone you'll want to, IMHO, read about how to DOWNGRADE to Oli's 1.10.oli or 1.01MFG or 1.04 if you really want...
You should be able to do it with SSPL, but, I'd suggest you READ CAREFULLY this time.
Yeah its 1.09.
I'll take a look into what you just mentioned, and read up on it, now that I'm more familiar, and a little more secure with this. I was kind of worried, about flashing the rom, after reading alot of the "be careful...", or "at your own risk". So...
Obviously I will procceed with caution...
Any other pointed, tips would be appreciated. Thanks as always!
Ok chaps... good news;
I've patched Radio BL 0108 to not require the rpass or rseed command, therefore, those of you still on 0107 can update to this and will still be able to update your radio ROM with all SPL versions as before.
Sadly updating 0108 to this patched version seems not to work... looks like there's some additional checking implemented in SPL-1.09.
however, if you're on 0107 and update to this... the update to the radio BL should stick permanently (although testing whether it allows downgrades will be the first thing on the menu)
just a bump, hopefully one of you guys has 0107
Ah sorry mate, just lost it by updating to 1.35 radio. There must be some guys still using the 1.27 radio which still has the 0107 radio boot!
Wam7 said:
Ah sorry mate, just lost it by updating to 1.35 radio. There must be some guys still using the 1.27 radio which still has the 0107 radio boot!
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there's a joke in there somewhere about virgin phones... ah well, hopefully someone who still has their cherry will appear
Ok I've been reading the forums and wiki for a while now but I am still confused about everything so I don't really know what this is meant to do, so please forgive me inability to comprehend things.
Does this program allow me to flash any radio rom without needing the bootloader to be 1.04? Any other benefits?
Are there any negative side effects of using this? Like wil I still be able to downgrade radio later on?
What is this rpass or rseed command?
And what radio bootloader version will I get if I used this upgrade?
I'm still using 1.27 on 0107 but am having problems with GPRS/3G services now, am in contact with T-Mobile to find out whether these issues are network related or due to the updated radio rom.
If I could swear on here I would, T-Mobile and there crummy network in the UK are having issues again!
Ok can you explain step by step what you want me to do, coz I am planning the update to radio rom 1.38.00.10 later on this evening, I am planning on putting the Hard-SPL ROM on tonite as well to ensure it goes smoothly.
Mine is radio boot loader 1.08 already. But my wife's is still at the original Cingular Rom 1.34 which has radio boot loader 1.07(and unlocked).
ok, basically, here's the deal;
if you update to a new Radio with 0108, after doing so, you will ONLY be able to flash from bootloader 1.09 due to a new authentication scheme on the radio bootloader.
however... I have patched the 0108 bootloader so that it does not use the new authentication scheme at all and hence permits you to flash the device from any bootloader you like.
those of you still on 0107 can hence take advantage of this since I can provide you with my patched radio bootloader.
now... first I would like someone to volunteer themselves as a guinea pig; the patch is simple and the odds of it bricking your phone are small.
the procedure would be as follows:
1) Flash patched 0108
2) Flash OLD 0107 (to see if we can downgrade as a result of the patch; normally you can't)
3) Flash BACK to patched 0108
4) flash whatever Radio version you fancy yourself to your phone.
ok, now, whoever is game please message me via PM and I'll furnish you with an RUU
Ok lets give it a go lol!
I am a newbie of my Dopod 838Pro (Hong Kong Traditional Chinese Version) with
Rom: 1.23.708.4
Radio: 1.06.00.10
Protocol: 32.37.7010.01H
(originally it was 32.34.7010.01W, it was upgraded by a exe patch provided by the Hong Kong Vendor)
SPL: 1.04
Since I am not very satisfactory to its data connection stability, I would like to have an upgrade to the Radio rom.
I have read some resources over the internet including the post in this forum. However, I am not familiar with modification of a PDA phone and I would like to maintain the warranty provided by the vendor, I would like to upgrade my phone in a safe way with least procedures.
All in all, I would like to ask the following questions to clarify my concept before the upgrade.
1. Is Radio Rom 1.27 a good choice, is it better than 1.06? is there any other version better than 1.27 in terms of network connection stability?
2. Is there any change to the OS (especially the language) when I upgrade the radio rom?
3. Do I need to uninstall the protocol update patch before the radio upgrade?
4. Is there any change to the SPL bootloader version if I use the extracted rom in this forum?
5. Do I need to do other upgrades to suit the radio rom upgrade?
6. Will I void the warranty if I upgrade the radio rom?
Thank you very much !!
1. Don't know about HK stability
2. No
3. No
4. No
5. No
6. Possibly, but they would never know unless you tell them.
You may want to do some reading in the wiki and the upgrading threads for some information about bootloaders. You may want to update your bootloader before doing any RUU updates.
Please look here and here about upgrading radio ROMs. Using Hard SPL is recommended to prevent bricking of the device. Advantages and issues connected with radios are discussed on their respective threads. Good luck flashing!
as you mentioned, may I know what is
"brick" and "Hard SPL"
Brick = dead phone (or at least dead radio)
HardSPL = customized bootloader
Bricking a device means to get it in unusable state (party or fully). More on this topic here and here. Hard SPL is custom bootloader made by Olipro with aim to prevent some kinds of bricking (in the first link you can see description of the brick types). Mrvanx has written a user friendly guide on upgrading, you can find it here. Safe flashing!
@KarhU: Sorry - I should have let you answer your own question. Heh
KarhU said:
Bricking a device means to get it in unusable state (party or fully). More on this topic here and here. Hard SPL is custom bootloader made by Olipro with aim to prevent some kinds of bricking (in the first link you can see description of the brick types). Mrvanx has written a user friendly guide on upgrading, you can find it here. Safe flashing!
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thank you very much.
Concerning some of your other questions. Radio ROM can be downgraded if there is a need to do so. However some of the newer upgrades (starting with 32.66.7020.10H) have a newer HTC_boot bootloader (1,08) that can not be downgraded even if the radio itself can be downgraded. 1.27 is safe in that manner. If you decide to flash Olipro's bootloader you will have to downgrade it to your default bootloader before claiming any warranty repairs.
I started with 1.06 too and switched to 1.27 later - I noticed increased sensitivity of the GSM reception (five bars where I only got three before). Read what other said in its thread. Many people claim that it is the best radio ROM to date.
And one last thing - Radio ROMs only affect GSM/HSDPA/GPRS /UMTS reception NOT the Bluetooth or Wifi reception (Bluetooth and Wifi stacks are part of the OS, not the radio ROM).
KarhU said:
Concerning some of your other questions. Radio ROM can be downgraded if there is a need to do so. However some of the newer upgrades (starting with 32.66.7020.10H) have a newer HTC_boot bootloader (1,08) that can not be downgraded even if the radio itself can be downgraded. 1.27 is safe in that manner. If you decide to flash Olipro's bootloader you will have to downgrade it to your default bootloader before claiming any warranty repairs.
I started with 1.06 too and switched to 1.27 later - I noticed increased sensitivity of the GSM reception (five bars where I only got three before). Read what other said in its thread. Many people claim that it is the best radio ROM to date.
And one last thing - Radio ROMs only affect GSM/HSDPA/GPRS /UMTS reception NOT the Bluetooth or Wifi reception (Bluetooth and Wifi stacks are part of the OS, not the radio ROM).
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some more questions,
1. regarding to some other posts in the forum, radio rom 1.27 seems to have a greater power drain, is it true?
2. I am using an UMTS network in HK (UMTS CSL 1010), I noticed that the reception of UMTS is not good enough that leaded to a frequent switching between EDGE and UMTS and sometimes dropped my calls. When I was using the EDGE network with Prophet, I didn't encounter any problem. Will upgrade help this problem?
3. regarding the threat you gave me before, when I flash the radio rom, whether the "correct" error message shows before flashing or after the flashing?
I'll probably go to hell for asking this here -- but out of curiousity:
I have htc tytn version (non branded). Which I have constant problems with signal where other phones work on the Cingular network. Even my old h6315 works better in these areas. I've gotten to the point of using a typical bar phone that I got for $10 when i'm in this area. Swapping the sim card each time.
This is getting old -- FAST. I upgraded to radio 1.38.00.10 which one of you fine fine masterminds posted (please forgive me -- the poster escapes me -- Shogunmark? included Olipro's bit in there too..). Helped a bit -- but not by much.
ANYWAYS -- question is, if I put the Cingular branded radio and/or ROM will my reception improve?
Hi everyone,
Just got my new 8525. No luck with it shipping with WM6 already. (I guess most of you figured that)
I have some more questions before I start messing with this. First, my current config:
HERM100 (ATT 8525)
IPL= 1.03
SPL= 1.11
When is booting from SR is says:
M 05
S 06
B 04
Radio 1.40.30.00
ROM 2.15.502.3
ROM Date 04/09/07
Protocol vs 32.73.7020.16H
I plan on using this on my ATT network and am not interested in using it anywhere other than on ATT for now so, no need to unlock SuperCID or anything like that now.
Desire: Install a BBC compliant WM6 with no BLOAT.
What I know from the Wiki and the forums:
I can install Hard-SPL and the new VPG3 Ver3 BBC Rom from VPG3. This seems to be a very stable, fast, clean ROM. Should I need to go back to bare bones stock, I read this thread and went to this site. The details are there and the step-by-step is clear and concise. I understand it and know that I can do this.
My question:
1) It says that I can revert back from HardSPL to either SPL 1.06 or 1.04 but, I have 1.11. How do I then revert back to what I have?
2) From what I understand, by reverting back to the 1.04 or 1.06, I have removed HardSPL so, in theory, I can just re-flash the OEM ROM, right? Or, is it not that simple?
3) If it is, will the OEM ROM then re-flash everything (Radio, OS, SPL, IPL, etc.)back to the OEM state prior to me mucking around with it?
4) Will my carrier be able to tell if I screwed with it?
I have done about 1 weeks worth of seaching and reading and learning before I decided to do anything. I am new to this somewhat but, I have flashed OEM ROMS before so I am comfortable. I also own an IMATE JAM that I have messed with too. The point is that I am trying to learn as much as I can on my own using existing info before bugging the community. Can never be too cautious.
I appreciate your help in advance.
Personally I would advise against it, as an 8525 owner. I've already kind of screwed mine up.
Here is what happened to mine. I installed an "official" build of wm6 on my phone after installing hardspl. The install worked fine but I found the software to be very buggy. I had to restart a lot. Then I installed a newer build. The install went ok but the software was even worse. Yesterday i tried reverting back to wm5, which i was able to do (after problems all day) but now I have all kinds of radio issues. Everything is factory on my phone except the radio version. I am going to try to send it in for warranty who knows how that will go though. If you look at the cingular forums it looks like wm6 will officially be available this month. I wouldn't risk voiding your warranty over getting a new os on your phone 2 weeks before you can officially do it. Also I might add there is not a huge difference between the 2 operating systems. comparing the 2 would be similar to comparing win95 to win 98, nothing groundbreaking
As to your questions:
I did have hardspl on my phone and was able to take it off. It took me down to 1.04. I have no clue what I had on it before, I'm assuming that may be correct though.
I haven't been able to downgrade my radio.
In theory you can reinstall the offical wm5 rom, but mine freezes at 12% when it tries to install the old radio.
While some people have had no problems, I have had a lot. From reading this board it seems hit and miss. Beware.
Thank you very much! I really just need something to run BlackBerry Connect. This, along with the elimination of the BLOAT is the only real reason I am considering this. I do appreciate your insight.
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Personally I would advise against it, as an 8525 owner. I've already kind of screwed mine up.
Here is what happened to mine. I installed an "official" build of wm6 on my phone after installing hardspl. The install worked fine but I found the software to be very buggy. I had to restart a lot. Then I installed a newer build. The install went ok but the software was even worse. Yesterday i tried reverting back to wm5, which i was able to do (after problems all day) but now I have all kinds of radio issues. Everything is factory on my phone except the radio version. I am going to try to send it in for warranty who knows how that will go though. If you look at the cingular forums it looks like wm6 will officially be available this month. I wouldn't risk voiding your warranty over getting a new os on your phone 2 weeks before you can officially do it. Also I might add there is not a huge difference between the 2 operating systems. comparing the 2 would be similar to comparing win95 to win 98, nothing groundbreaking
As to your questions:
I did have hardspl on my phone and was able to take it off. It took me down to 1.04. I have no clue what I had on it before, I'm assuming that may be correct though.
I haven't been able to downgrade my radio.
In theory you can reinstall the offical wm5 rom, but mine freezes at 12% when it tries to install the old radio.
While some people have had no problems, I have had a lot. From reading this board it seems hit and miss. Beware.
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My bro has a Titan and is thinking about having me upgrade but I saw that his bootloader version states 1.04 not the 1.06 that mine was when I flashed (and also the one that the wiki says too). Is the process the same? Should I just use unlocker then upgrade to 2.40 then install radio then DCD? A little wary as it is not my phone. Please be specific when answering. I am planning to do the most recent radio and rom.
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My bro has a Titan and is thinking about having me upgrade but I saw that his bootloader version states 1.04 not the 1.06 that mine was when I flashed (and also the one that the wiki says too). Is the process the same? Should I just use unlocker then upgrade to 2.40 then install radio then DCD? A little wary as it is not my phone. Please be specific when answering. I am planning to do the most recent radio and rom.
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In order to flash a dcd rom you need 2.40...Go through the same process you would in order to flash a 3.1.x rom.
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In order to flash a dcd rom you need 2.40...Go through the same process you would in order to flash a 3.1.x rom.
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So it still needs unlocker then 2.40 right? or is unlocker unnecessary now?
Who is his carrier? As forthe bootloader question, I'd be asking Ollipro... I've not seen a bootloader 1.04....
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Who is his carrier? As forthe bootloader question, I'd be asking Ollipro... I've not seen a bootloader 1.04....
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bootloader 1.04 is the "stock" verizon bootloader you should still update to the 2.40 if you plan on having any 3.xx.xx radio's
Just to clarify...
When the phone ships it comes with SPL-1.04 which is the stock bootloader, which is why it doesn't say Olipro.
1.06 is also a "stock" bootloader provided by Olipro which allows you to flash stock roms/radios.
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Just to clarify...
When the phone ships it comes with SPL-1.04 which is the stock bootloader, which is why it doesn't say Olipro.
1.06 is also a "stock" bootloader provided by Olipro which allows you to flash stock roms/radios.
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Thanks, I have been flashing since the time you needed the old Olipro to flash the radio and when my brother once before flashed going straight to 2.40 it caused problems. I haven't had a new phone since then and wondered if the unlocker was still necessary. I am gathering that it is not and that you can go straight to 2.40, am I correct?
mogul with slight crack along the frame of screen
i've been reading for a while, and someone wrote that it doesn't matter about the bootloader when returning the phone to the store as long as you have the stock rom. i'm using the newer stock rom (3.35), though i did use the unlocker to put olipro 2.40 on it a while ago to mess with other roms.
the work order for the replacement mogul is already in and it (the new or refurbed mogul) should arrive tomorrow or the next day. should i go through the trouble of putting the stock bootloader on there if i already have the newer stock rom from htc/sprint on my phone?
also, i read that sprint has no warranty (or it's only 30 days). i use total equipment protection for $7 per month (which is how i'm getting a new or refurb mogul because of a case fracture). i'm using the newer stock sprint rom (with gps) and my bootloader says olipro 2.40.
does anyone think that i should be worried if i don't do anything before the new one arrives and just give them the cracked one?
i clearly didn't read the terms and conditions closely enough to find anything that tells me not to modify the bootloader or really ANYTHING about the bootloader...is total equipment protection a warranty that i could possibly void by putting olipro 2.40 on it even with the sprint official 3.35 installed?
I wouldn't worry about it. 1.06 is not the official stock bootloader either, 1.04 is, and I've swapped out my xv6800 a couple times with 1.06 on it and the Verizon stock rom. They don't usually check the bootloader. Just make sure the new Sprint stock rom is on there with radio 3.35.04 and you should be fine.
thanks much for your quick reply. i'll rest easier tonight.