Hi all, as you can tell by the title, I am a newbie to not only this site but also to Android & Linux too!
A little bit of a bio on what I've done so far (a bit long so please bear with me!)
I've had my HTC Desire (about 6 different handsets at last count) for just over a month, and as I have problems with the standard Orange HTC software, I read up and successfully rooted my handset, since this I have had no problems with the handset what so ever, and wont ever go back to Orange based software!
Now I have read up about 'cooking' my own ROM's, and spent some time on android.modaco.com, but I dont have the spare cash to pay for the online kitchen, and with a lot of research I stumbled upon this site (great site & info by the way!!!) so I followed the post on how to set up Ubuntu in VirtualBox (until the Java error and it needing root access or something) but anyway, I then saw the post about Cygwin and how to set up the kitchen and I did 'cook' a ROM, it was bassed on Pirate Rum's Android 2.2 ROM, so I run this through and added a few extra's but when it was burnt onto my handset and it rebooted, it did not work, the screen came up as normal, but I think I left out a launcher as I couldnt get to a home screen, no problem I thought so I then downloaded the 'PB99IMG_Bravo_HTC_WWE_1.21.405.2_Radio_32.36.00.28U_4.06.00.02_2_release_126984_signed.zip' ROM from the list of sites in the post about Cygwin, and precoded to modify this to my liking, also adding the Apps2SD package, all seemed to go well until the install was complete and it just got stuck in the loop of rebooting, getting the white HTC screen with the annoying tone and rebooting again.
It was like when I first rooted my handset and didnt partition the SD card & set it up per the guide on how to partition the card (512MB EXT2, the rest FAT32) etc... but anyway, I couldnt recover the handset properly, so I had to do the rooting procedure all over again, with goldcard, then set up Apps2SD, partition SD card before I could install ROM Manager to restore my phone to fully working order!
Please can you help a noob to be able to successfully 'cook' and burn my own ROM onto my handset please, as I am really eager to complete this so I can add new skills to my repertoire
Thanks in advance for your patience, help & advice and again, sorry for the mammoth post!
TIA, Arty.
Hi Arty,
Welcome to xda-developers. It seems you've already read up alot on android. Still I would advice you to read the top sticky posts, as they contain ALOT of useful info on "cooking" and android rom.
Oh, and try to refrain from creating new topics with every question you have. I know this is your first, but I'm just making sure you're going to be a good member.
Advice needed!
Thanks for the welcome NeoS2007!
I have managed to custom a few ROMS, but these have been ROMS that others have cooked and I would like a blank canvas so to speak!
The other day I did download a stock Android 2.2 ROM, but I think it was for the N1 or something because after waiting ALL FLIPPING DAY for it to download(guess the guys site speed was really pants) I flashed it onto my Desire but it didnt work, just was stuck on the white HTC screen for about half hour before I accepted it would not work!
I have also tried to use different boot animations (how DO you make these yourself?) made by others and use that on a ROM I have been fond of, but that dont work either
Also, how is it possible to make your own backdrop wallpapers for Android to add to your cooked ROM?
In short, the topics I need help with are:
*** Where to get an un-modded Android 2.2 ROM from that works on the Desire?
*** How to make your own custom boot animations?
*** How to make & add your own wallpaper to add to your cooked ROM?
Thanks in advance for your help, time & replies, I hope I can get the answers to the questions I have asked here!
Arty.
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I've been reading and downloading a lot but am not sure for example how to use LVSW's ROM as a base, then add my own programs and settings so that hard resetting would be much faster in the future. I've tried extracting his ROM using the rom koch but keep on hitting errors or am faced with screens I'm not sure what to do with.
Would anyone be willing to start putting together an online guide on how to do this for those who aren't sure? There's too much information scattered in random Hermes threads on this forum!
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I've been reading and downloading a lot but am not sure for example how to use LVSW's ROM as a base, then add my own programs and settings so that hard resetting would be much faster in the future. I've tried extracting his ROM using the rom koch but keep on hitting errors or am faced with screens I'm not sure what to do with.
Would anyone be willing to start putting together an online guide on how to do this for those who aren't sure? There's too much information scattered in random Hermes threads on this forum!
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I can give it a shot dude....see the guides in my sig. PM me about it ;-)
mrvanx, I do know how to do everything that's in those guides. But I had those guides in mind actually when I thought of a cooking guide mainly 'cos you've made them so easy to follow.
Upgrading and flashing is no problem for me, I understand it all, but mainly because these new cooking programs are brand new, there's no guides associated with them and I just get lost when I extract everything and start experimenting.
I just want the ability to set everything up in a ROM as though I had just done a hard reset on my phone and set up everything ie updates, programs, start menu organisation.
And by the quality an amount of your guides, it seems like it's something you enjoy doing!
Hello Guys,
I'm pretty new to all the Custom Rom things around here...
Yesterday I've installed the new MoDaCo 3.0 version for my hero, i had 2.3 or what so ever. I installed the rom, and then formatted my sd-card up to EXT4 via the adb tool. I'm sorry i can't remember if i first formatted or i first put on the new rom.
The thing is: in the List it says that Apps2SD is fully included in the update. I was not able to find the changes.... i tried it my self afterwards by installing the 2 files with a terminal, but the app2sd says its not working i should read the tutorial.(which i have) although it says 100mb space free now... and before the update all my progs filled up to 30mb.
So Q1: how do i install this version right?
and Q2: i still don't get any animations for my htc Clock (with the flipping pages) and i couldn't find any preferences. how do i get it to work? (and is there a prog where i can choose all my preferences, i get the feel i can't change all the things in the HTC-Preferences Dialog.
I Hope someone understands my problems ;-)
can you please state the exact error message from apps2sd?
it should work automatically on mcr. try to partition your sdcard again (btw i'd suggest ext2), then wipe and reflash mcr. that's it, the rest is taken care of. if you still think you have problems please search for it, there are numerous threads where i explained in details how you can check whether it is working or not.
as for q2: can also be covered by a search. in short: no animations any more.
thanks for the input, search actually did help me out for the clock problem ;-) (no possible on modaco hehe)
and I'll try the formatting and re-rom again, hopefully it works.
thx!
great place here
Hi guys,
First off, I'm a total newbie to custom ROMs, root etc - so whilst I'm considering following ChainFire's directions to install CWM, it makes me nervous... I did read all 20 pages of the thread, but am still left wondering about a few things:
1) Once installed, is that it? Have I voided my warranty? It states that you can still update firmware or re-install stock ROM, but I got the impression that it left a trace behind which Samsung could find. Is this correct?
2) Presumably before attempting this, I should completely back up my phone. But how? I can copy files from readable SD card (int & ext), but what about the 'hidden' parts of my phone?
3) Finally, how risky is this? I have been tempted to root for ages now (had an HTC Magic, then N1), but just felt my complete lack of knowledge (have been using Android for 2 years now and regularly read tech sites, but more from a user POV rather than dev) has kept me from attempting it. I know, bravery is the key! But is it really worth me trying it if I'm that lost in the world of dev-speak...???
In advance, I really would like to thank anyone who can spare me their time to help me through this...! I feel so out of my depth, yet am actually really comfortable with Android (since cupcake), so feel as though I should be able to get more from the OS.
Once again, thanks.
Jamie
Before you say no we don't wipe everything out and try it again, with the new versions of the software required, you'll see the problems I am running into...
The tut's are a year and a half old, same as the software, some you can't get anymore cause it redirects you to the newest version.
So I'm requesting the newest version for a dualboot tut with WP7 and Android SD.
Or new write-up's on how to do this with other software, we all know progression happens especially with software, so we should keep up with progress and continue to update the old existing tut's or modify them to work with the new changes in the software.
Everyone says to follow the directions but it's hard to pull a command out of the directions when it doesn't exist in the software told to use anymore...
Nowhere in this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=913815 or this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=945565 did anyone tell us what version to use or get and download, they just assumed the features would stay there always...
Such as Minitools right click and set as primary. No longer there, you only have that option now when creating a new partition.
So thanks, for outdated material!
This is the tutorial I use now and it works fine for me.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhuR59UXw_4&feature=related
the message of XDA is timeless. perhaps a misstep in your implementation of the procedure or some new bug might've spurred you on to make this thread but i think it's pointless to be honest.
i followed the very same procedure mentioned in the threads here as recently as two days ago and it works fine.
the one sd card card method has been implemented successfully a million times over, over a hundred times by myself alone, and never have i faced any issues with it (albeit i use MiniTool Partition Wizard for all steps instead of using Easeus at all).
you need to stick to the steps and sometimes use a lil' bit of ingenuity.
P.S. the right-click>modify>set as primary shows up for me fine. using the newest version (7.5)
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i just read the stuff you've been running into with the setup procedure and i can sympathize. that's a whole lotta problems for such a simple thing to be done. follow the steps posted by HypoTurtle in the tutorial thread (the latest post he's made) and i think you should be alright.
just make sure you're doing everything exactly right and keep calm. you could PM me if you need a more in-depth walkthrough. peace!
I noticed there is no tutorial using the EXTRAPART-cabs. Maybe someone with more free time can write a full tutorial about it.
This will erase your sdcard not only once but twice. So back it up on your pc.
roughly steps:
install a rom with unlocked / unencrypted sd-card(tested it on HD2O© v2.02 WP7 8779)
choose the EXTRAPART-cab appropriate to the size of the android-partition
Send the cab using the cab-sender
factory reset your device
After booting in WP7, the normally 200 mb partition is according to the choosen EXTRAPART-cab.
Hi everyone, I am a new member here and would appreciate any help regarding running a net program called “Starfall” on my Viewpad 7. I use this program to help teach my Grandson Maths and English, I should say that I am nearly 70 so not too up to date on androids so be gentle.
The problem seems to be with the Viewpad 7 (which I only bought two months ago) is that it will not support Adobe Flash Player. The reason I have been told is that the Viewpad does not run fast enough to operate Adobe for Androids latest version or any version.
I have tried to install an app called SWF (I think) but the Starfall program would still not work.
Is there any player which will work on the Viewpad 7 or can I download a different operating system and store it on the SD card.
I have seen posts by Amalgation regarding a ROM upgrade (I think) but could not really follow what it was about. Would this help?
Many thanks
John. (Senior Techie Dinosaur)
Hi, been away and busy lately with Nexus 7 running Jelly Beans (4.1.2) and there isn't much going on around here - Vpad7 has been discontinued. Mine is still in great condition after almost 18 months, great for playing Angry Birds & introduction to tablets and Android OS.
Are you running stock Rom - I suggest taking at look at the EUv1.7 rom (ITE or non-ITE, depending on your hardware build) which support & run Flash Player 10.2 - it's very responsive and my personal Rom for 15+ months. For web browsing, consider using Dolphin Browser as it is work with Froyo.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1224825
Hopefully, this will get you started in getting your device to better run Flash for the Apps.
Thank you
Thank you for your kind reply, I am very grateful as a member in their twighlight years.
As i understand your reply, the link to the post dealing with downlaoding a different ROM is that this download will be into my SD card and upon bootup, the Viewpad will work for the OS in the SD card rather than the interal system. The proceedure does worry me as it seems easy to get lost but i assume if all goes wrong I can do a "factory reset" and get back to the "as purchased" system.
Once again many thansk
J.
JohnCorst said:
Thank you for your kind reply, I am very grateful as a member in their twighlight years.
As i understand your reply, the link to the post dealing with downlaoding a different ROM is that this download will be into my SD card and upon bootup, the Viewpad will work for the OS in the SD card rather than the interal system. The proceedure does worry me as it seems easy to get lost but i assume if all goes wrong I can do a "factory reset" and get back to the "as purchased" system ..
J.
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John, yes - I can confirm that running EUv1.7-LTE custom rom, and after downloading "Starfall" from Google's Play Store that the app will install and run, but it also FC (File Closed) or crashed.
You will need to go to the Development section of the Viewsonic forum here, follow the steps to root the device, install the custom recovery partition, and flash the custom rom - it sounded like you are new to Androiid, welcome but you need to learn how to do it and/or get someone experienced to help you do it.
On the other hand, with numerous Apps out there, you might want to take the easy route and choose some of the free Apps that do not require the use Flash Player undr Froyo OS, just my recommendation depending on your skills level & availability of help.