Does anyone know when Orange HTC Hero users in the UK are getting the Android update from 1.5 ? Is it to 2.0 or 2.1 ?
I'd like to know if and when this will be available for my phone. Here's my phone details:
Firmware version: 1.5
Baseband version: 63.18.55.06JU_6.35.08.29
Kernel version: 2.6.27-430d1aea htc-kernel and18-2 #959
Build no: 2.73.61.66 CL#82177 release-keys
Software version: 1.0.0.A6288
I don't really need to unlock my phone and would like to wait for an official release. Sorry if this is a dumb question but I'm a noob and there's no info on the HTC support site.
huddie said:
Does anyone know when Orange HTC Hero users in the UK are getting the Android update from 1.5 ? Is it to 2.0 or 2.1 ?
I'd like to know if and when this will be available for my phone. Here's my phone details:
Firmware version: 1.5
Baseband version: 63.18.55.06JU_6.35.08.29
Kernel version: 2.6.27-430d1aea htc-kernel and18-2 #959
Build no: 2.73.61.66 CL#82177 release-keys
Software version: 1.0.0.A6288
I don't really need to unlock my phone and would like to wait for an official release. Sorry if this is a dumb question but I'm a noob and there's no info on the HTC support site.
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I have an Orange HTC Hero also, the update is going to be 2.1, end of may, start of june
at least according to orange
I wouldnt wait, just root, it is very simple, you may need to downgrade, PM me if you need help
dom5079 said:
I wouldnt wait, just root, it is very simple, you may need to downgrade, PM me if you need help
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Definitely. Have a play whilst your waiting, try some different ROMs.
Use BTDAG's guide linked in my signature, it has everything you need to know. I recommend it to any beginner.
Thanks for the info guys. I think I'll wait if it's just going to be a couple of weeks.
Just phoned HTC Support. They said there's no official confirmation of the release details, but unofficially, here's what they said to expect:
* v2.1 to be released. Release scheduled for June. Wouldn't be more specific about date.
* Improved bluetooth implementation, inc file transfer.
* Release likely to comprise of preparatory updates, followed by main ROM update.
Join the Facebook group:
Orange UK - Give HTC Hero owners the 2.1 Update - NOW
Thanks to Geoff M for setting this up. Sorry, but this forum site won't let me post a link.
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Hi and good day
I'd like to have a plain WWE ROM in my HTC Hero.
I bought a Hero from my local store (Malaysia) and the Hero is not branded. However, the ROM is slightly modified and the most obvious and obnoxious difference is the omission of Market.
The (Android) Market is replaced by SlideME SAM in my local, unbranded HTC Hero.
Now, initially I'd like to get the Market without flashing my Hero to another ROM. I did google for hints how to achieve this, no avail. The closest probably market-enabler.
So now I decided to flash my Hero to a plain WWE ROM. I have downloaded
1. update-hero-generic-2.73.405.5-signed.zip
2. update-hero-radio-63.18.55.06EU_6.35.06.18-signed.zip
3. flashrec-20090815.apk
4. cm-recovery-1.4.img
And my current pointer is theunlockr's How To: Root Your HTC Hero in One Click! at http://bit.ly/TVoUL.
My Hero comes with
Firmware version: 1.5
Baseband version: 63.18.55.06EU_6.35.06.18
Kernel version: 2.6.27-8dd6deee [email protected])
Build number: 2.73.728.5 146733 CL#61267 release-keys
Software version: 1.0.0.A6288
And I would like to have some helpful advices to flash the current ROM to the plain WWE ROM, which was downloaded as update-hero-generic-2.73.405.5-signed.zip.
Thank you
Wait a minute.
Is update-hero-generic-2.73.405.5-signed itself a ROM, or just an update? Now I'm confused.
Am I able to use that update-hero-generic-2.73.405.5-signed and get myself a plain ROM, or I need to get the actual plain ROM somewhere then only I can install the update-hero-generic-2.73.405.5-signed?
In my understanding (it may not be comprehensive) you have the new rom just a different language version being malaysian hero.
If i understand correctly all your after is the official google/android market?
YEAH! I do exactly as theunlockr's tutorials, and I made it through.
I have my Android Market now, instead of that unwanted SAM.
I am required to manually key in all the details and settings for my HSDPA/3G/Internet settings which are easily obtainable from my telco
As for now, I have a fully functional Hero, with Market! Yeah.
Hello,
I have my Hero for a month and know that Android 2.0 is coming...
I would like to be advised if it is good to update my Phone which is version :
2.6.27-a5504199
build : 1.76.66.5 146733
Soft : 1.0.0.A6288
Is this one recent version, is this usefull to update to anewer version... What I tried but not working troughout HTC.com
I know I need to rrot my phone, but what will it bring to my phone as rextra features or speed...
So, please give me your feedback and if it were your phone what will you do... ?
thanks for your reply
Hello,
My phone info is as follows:
Model Number : HTC Hero
Firmware Version: 1.5
Baseband Version: 63.18.55.06EU_6.35.06.18
Kernel Version: 2.6.27-8dd6deee [email protected])
Build Number: 2.73.728.5 146733 CL#61267 release-keys
Software Version: 1.0.0.A6288
Its one of those East Asian version of the phone. I am not sure if I wanna update my phone to Modaco or the WWE Rom. Any ideas??
Also, if you could point me in the direction of how to go about with either one of those, that would be great.
Please any help in this matter will really be appreciated.
Thank You.
I think you are uptodate. You cant choose though.
To put Modaco Designer (I mean Rom) you have to perform certain ritual called "Root Way", as his roms are not RUU.
Thanks for ur reply Lucan. I dont know if I am up to date or not as yet, cuz for some reason I do not have market on my phone and I surely need to have that to get apps. I dont mind if I have to root my phone, just want to get a good custom rom that doesnt have much problems and has the access to market.
You mean no Market as apk? In that case I would first consult your network provider for their explnation if the said one also supplied your handset.
Or take a journey to Rootway.
Hello,
I am new to android... recently brought HTC Hero and updated it using the link provided in the forum but still when i see the firmware it is showing 1.5 not 2.1?
Here what it is showing in about:
Firmware Version: 1.5
Baseband Version: 63.18.55.06eu....
Kernel Version: 2.6.27-8dd6deee
Build Number: 2.73.405.5
Software Version: 1.0.0.A6288
Do it is updated to 2.1?
Update: I connected my device to Wifi and it ask me to upgrade to 2.1 and i accepted to do so.... But, even now it is showing 1.5 only as firmware.... What is wrong?????
Nope.. You pretty much answered your own question.
Firmware Version: 1.5
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It's 1.5...
Yes, but i was supposing that it will remain same and some other value such as software version will change after the update... i downloaded the latest build from HTC website then how come it is downloaded 1.5?
Where i can download the .exe for 2.1 so it will update to 2.1....
Thank you
There is no official link available to update ur hero to 2.1 .
The htc update is splitted into two parts and not yet for all users to go.
Be patience.
Is there any deadline when all users will have 2.1?
End of June promised date......
Sent from my HTC Hero using XDA App
I searched but can not find information, so if is already posted I apologize beforehand.
Enquiry:
I have a HTC Thunderbolt info:
*** Locked ***
MECHA XD SHIP S-ON
HBOOT-1.08.0000
MICROP-/
RADIO-2.03.00.021r
eMMCC-boot
With version 4.0.4
Model ADR6400L
Operador Verizon (USA)
Device 4G LTE
Version sense 3.5
Version nucleo 3.0.15-g65bd5ca
[email protected] #1
PREEMPT
The reason to downgrade is for you to programmed in CDMA platform and is functional in mexico, The version I have successfully programmed is Gingerbread, this version does not allow the programming, (ICS). So what is support degrade or otherwise install a cooked to allow the connection to serial port # # 3424 #.
BR.
romell said:
I searched but can not find information, so if is already posted I apologize beforehand.
Enquiry:
I have a HTC Thunderbolt info:
*** Locked ***
MECHA XD SHIP S-ON
HBOOT-1.08.0000
MICROP-/
RADIO-2.03.00.021r
eMMCC-boot
With version 4.0.4
Model ADR6400L
Operador Verizon (USA)
Device 4G LTE
Version sense 3.5
Version nucleo 3.0.15-g65bd5ca
[email protected] #1
PREEMPT
The reason to downgrade is for you to programmed in CDMA platform and is functional in mexico, The version I have successfully programmed is Gingerbread, this version does not allow the programming, (ICS). So what is support degrade or otherwise install a cooked to allow the connection to serial port # # 3424 #.
BR.
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You have to root it and flash the old gb stock rom & radio
jacobmacek said:
You have to root it and flash the old gb stock rom & radio
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I appreciate the response but I'm new to this, I could support with info about root my device and where to download rom old gb stock rom & radio
any link to read with information for my device, I understand there hboot and radios did not want to damage my device Thanks in advance for the support.
BR
romell said:
I appreciate the response but I'm new to this, I could support with info about root my device and where to download rom old gb stock rom & radio
any link to read with information for my device, I understand there hboot and radios did not want to damage my device Thanks in advance for the support.
BR
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You can follow the guide here to root and load the older GB OS: LINK
If you just want to get back to GB, you can probably just stop after step 28/29 depending if you want it to be rooted or not after downgrading.
The forum does require free registration to view the threads.
santod040 said:
You can follow the guide here to root and load the older GB OS: LINK
If you just want to get back to GB, you can probably just stop after step 28/29 depending if you want it to be rooted or not after downgrading.
The forum does require free registration to view the threads.
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excellent i registrer and try, appreciate your support.
BR