I know I'll probably get slated for this but...why can't WM6.5 be removed from the memory on the HD2 and replaced with an Android ROM? I'm clearly not too switched on with mobile tech and apologies for such a dumb question.
Have a read of this thread for some of the rationale
@grumpylad
Thanks for the tip...and for not jumping down my throat
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Ok,
So this is my first post here, so be nice
I work for Tmo, I have jailbroken iPhone before and I would consider myself pretty tech savy.
Currently Im rockin a Nexus one on 2.2 (love it) A Samsung Vibrant (Eh), and my HD2 is collecting dust waiting for Android.
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However I was just curious if there is just a quick summary of how to install android on the HD2.
BTW I did not post this question in the Big Linux and Android on the HD2 thread for a fear of being banned!! Geez.
And yes, I used search, and I've skimmed the whole thread, and I've read the 1st 4 posts - and frankly its all a bit over my head & no one really simply answers this question.
I understand Linux needs to be running first, then Humbnti or whatever, then you can run android. But all of that is Greek to me. Like where do I find each one? Where does it go? So and and so on.
If someone could just break it down like this, im sure all somewhat tech savy people could do it easily. How about like this...
1st. You need to get Linix on your phone. Go here for instructions...
2nd. Then you need Humbuntu. Here are instructions...
3rd. You then install android, here....
Something in that format would be great.
And yes I know its not an everyday/ stable build. I have patience, but I would just like some direction.
Thanks for all your help!
Even simpler than that. Its one file. You DL it to your SD card and run it. To get out, soft reset.
Look up "Android HD2" on Youtube. Theres tons of videos on it now. Its here in the HD2 Android forum too... Everywhere.
Sorry buddy,
I think you have been mistaken, if your referring to this video...
youtube.com/watch?v=BujRY_q53JI
Its well known all over YouTube that the guy is a fake. That program will install viruses to your computer & his only intention here is to have people click on his ads.
If you have a video in particular your referring to, please post it here.
So in the U.S. there was a Father's Day special that boasted ANY phone for free as long as a two year contract was signed. Deal did and I walk away with two free HTC HD2...s. Pretty cool, right? This official OS kinda stinks and I am VERY interested in switching to the totally sweet ROMs from the xda site here. And by totally, I mean really totally. But I am a little hesitant after reading some of the threads on this site.
Here goes the software/hardware... forgive me if the syntax is a bit off. Rum is the culprit.. or maybe just my douchebag self. Oh well, here goes....
OS 5.2.21892 (21892.5.0.89)
Manilla 2.5.20121462.2
ROM 2.13.531.1 (90963) 4-28-2010
Radio 2.10.50.26
Protocol 15.39.50.07... U or 4
RAM 576
SPL 2.10.0000 *G XE
??PB*1120
Anyway, my questions is...
Will I be able to switch SPL with this new version?... and switch back if something goes wrong?
I am just wondering because of the newer version of the software that is on the phone. It seems to be the latest and most of the threads only have STOCK ROMs that go back, well... way back. Where is the New Rom version that is on my phone?, on this site?
I have insurance, but I am sure that TMOBILE will check the phone out if sent back. Just trying to be sure.
TIA
gearkyle11 said:
So in the U.S. there was a Father's Day special that boasted ANY phone for free as long as a two year contract was signed. Deal did and I walk away with two free HTC HD2...s. Pretty cool, right? This official OS kinda stinks and I am VERY interested in switching to the totally sweet ROMs from the xda site here. And by totally, I mean really totally. But I am a little hesitant after reading some of the threads on this site.
Here goes the software/hardware... forgive me if the syntax is a bit off. Rum is the culprit.. or maybe just my douchebag self. Oh well, here goes....
OS 5.2.21892 (21892.5.0.89)
Manilla 2.5.20121462.2
ROM 2.13.531.1 (90963) 4-28-2010
Radio 2.10.50.26
Protocol 15.39.50.07... U or 4
RAM 576
SPL 2.10.0000 *G XE
??PB*1120
Anyway, my questions is...
Will I be able to switch SPL with this new version?... and switch back if something goes wrong?
I am just wondering because of the newer version of the software that is on the phone. It seems to be the latest and most of the threads only have STOCK ROMs that go back, well... way back. Where is the New Rom version that is on my phone?, on this site?
I have insurance, but I am sure that TMOBILE will check the phone out if sent back. Just trying to be sure.
TIA
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As of your radio...you can find it on this forum, just search. There is a thread dedicated to several radios.
About your ROM...TMobile has the new ROM available for download on thier website. Or even HTC.com might have it.
And about Tmo checking your phone...it'll depend on the technician that handles your phone. Sometime they just send them to get refurbished with out checking them but don't quote me on this.
Legal mambo jambo: You will flash at your own risk and I will not take responsibility for any damage to your device or dignity
I seriously doubt T-Mob knows exactly what ROM version came on your phone. As long as you flash back to a T-Mob ROM and radio and relock the HSPL you should be good to go if you have to send it in for anything.
how to avoid HD2 from, freezing ? any app or ROM >???
wasim_swt said:
how to avoid HD2 from, freezing ? any app or ROM >???
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Your new to how to use a forum aren't you. Nothing like posting a question that makes no real sense in a thread that has nothing to do with the question being asked by the original poster.
wasim_swt said:
how to avoid HD2 from, freezing ? any app or ROM >???
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A mink coat and hot cocoa
Hi,im new to this forum and first i would like to apologize if i posted in a wrong place.
Please delete or move this thread to an appropriate place if needed.
Last night i managed to install HTC Desire Android 2.2 on my HD2 and it works perfect!
Unfortunately its working strictly from the SD card so its a bit sluggish.
Is there some way to install Android 2.2 on HD2 main memory and delete Windows Mobile for good?
Thank you!
get the **** out
well i'm half way there at the moment.....
coburn_c said:
get the **** out
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Did i do something to offend you?
Im new to changing roms and i dont know if it is possible to delete Win Mobile and replace it with Android.
And if it is possible please direct me to correct stable rom.
Again thanks!
at the moment the answer is no i'm afraid. people are working on getting droid running from the phone but don't expect a replacement any time soon.
i'd advise you search as there is plenty of info about this
regards
Chris
neurokrem said:
Hi,im new to this forum and first i would like to apologize if i posted in a wrong place.
Please delete or move this thread to an appropriate place if needed.
Last night i managed to install HTC Desire Android 2.2 on my HD2 and it works perfect!
Unfortunately its working strictly from the SD card so its a bit sluggish.
Is there some way to install Android 2.2 on HD2 main memory and delete Windows Mobile for good?
Thank you!
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As Chris said above, it's not possible yet. The devs are hard at work on this as we speak and hopefully it won't be long.
P.S. if you have any more questions on Android on the HD2, please post in the HD2 Android General forum
And welcome to xda
coburn_c said:
***pointless abusive comment***
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There's no need for that kind of language...it's not tolerated in this forum. While it may be frustrating seeing the same posts over and over, it would be a little more helpful if you were to help the OP and guide him to where he should be looking.
Thank you for answering this.
Im sure its pretty hard to redesign OS like Android to work on device that is not intended to run it.
The guys at XDA are doing a great job!
I apologize for opening another thread about Android.
Is there some news about WinMobile 7?
I heard that MS officially dropped support for HD2.
Will there be custom ROMs based on Win7 for HD2?
neurokrem said:
Thank you for answering this.
Im sure its pretty hard to redesign OS like Android to work on device that is not intended to run it.
The guys at XDA are doing a great job!
I apologize for opening another thread about Android.
Is there some news about WinMobile 7?
I heard that MS officially dropped support for HD2.
Will there be custom ROMs based on Win7 for HD2?
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Man... after whats already been said above - do you really think this is the right place to be asking about WinPhone 7???
SEARCH.... for the love of dog, search!!!!
coburn_c said:
get the **** out
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that came out of no where....
I am sorry as I am certain this question has been asked, but... I really like my TMO HD2 and would like it even more if I could just get rid of WM on it and run only Android Froyo 2.2!
Here are my questions:
Can I remove WM entirely and just install Android Froyo 2.2?
If I can, what would be a decent ROM/Version to use and
How would this best be achieved?
I am truly sorry if my post bothers anyone, I just can't seem to find any simple and direct answer that helps
Thank you
It annoys because it gets asked so often and can be answered by a simple forum search!
Give it a go and see what you can come up with!
Sent from HD2 running Desire Android ROM
Well now...
pa49 said:
It annoys because it gets asked so often and can be answered by a simple forum search!
Give it a go and see what you can come up with!
Sent from HD2 running Desire Android ROM
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I am sorry...
I have literally camped-out on this forum for approximately two weeks now and have been unable to see anything clearly setting-out an answer that meets my needs!
I have seen and read-over about one hundred original posts that allow for the "running" of Android from an SD Card, but not as a WM replacement OS for my TMO HD2!
It is clear that many people are working very hard and I really do appreciate it! i have even submitted donations that reflect my admiration!
If you have seen a posting that directly answers my questions/needs please feel free to point me in the right direction...
Thank you
If you have spent two weeks reading on the forum.....
A short search gave me this discussion, dated 5 days ago, quite active...
First you should answer following questions:
Why do you want to run only android?
What is the problem going through winmo for android?
To answer your question:
For the moment (and probably for ever) it is not posible to run android from ROM. This is due to problems with accessing the NAND. As long as that problem is not solved, it will not be possible.
If running only android is so important, youshould start looking to replace your HD2 for an Android model.
I am sorry, but your answer is not so hard to find. So lying about the amount of time spent on searching for this subject on the forum. (especially because this question has been asked and ansewred so many times.) will not help. On the other hand, if you really spent two weeks searching the forum for an answer to your question, I wonder if you understand/know what you are doing. Either way (lying or clueless) I believe trading your TMOUS HD2 for an Android machine is for you the way to go.
If this does not answer your question, then be more specific.
Wilco said:
If you have spent two weeks reading on the forum.....
A short search gave me this discussion, dated 5 days ago, quite active...
First you should answer following questions:
Why do you want to run only android?
What is the problem going through winmo for android?
To answer your question:
For the moment (and probably for ever) it is not posible to run android from ROM. This is due to problems with accessing the NAND. As long as that problem is not solved, it will not be possible.
If running only android is so important, youshould start looking to replace your HD2 for an Android model.
I am sorry, but your answer is not so hard to find. So lying about the amount of time spent on searching for this subject on the forum. (especially because this question has been asked and ansewred so many times.) will not help. On the other hand, if you really spent two weeks searching the forum for an answer to your question, I wonder if you understand/know what you are doing. Either way (lying or clueless) I believe trading your TMOUS HD2 for an Android machine is for you the way to go.
If this does not answer your question, then be more specific.
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I think it would have been easier to simply state that it isn't possible...but if ranting helps then your welcome!
If you would have really invested some time (about 30 mins), you could have come to this conclusion yourselves.
BTW: You're welcome
Wilco said:
If you would have really invested some time (about 30 mins), you could have come to this conclusion yourselves.
BTW: You're welcome
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...yes Sir'
I think, the best way for you is to sell your Leo and buy an EVO,. because it has the same technic or better inside and Android system. Also an 8 Mpix Cam and a stand in the accu cover.
Hello guys,
quick thought, I just read that HTC Sensation XL is pretty much HTC Titan with all HW specs same as our Titan. According to this I would say Titan is the hot candidate to try to port Android on it, no?
But since this is propably known (similarity to Sensation) for longer time and I haven't found any thread about it I just ask general question... What is the main problem with porting Android to WP devices? Is it a bootloader? Or something else?
Thanks for the answer(s)
p1ceus said:
Hello guys,
quick thought, I just read that HTC Sensation XL is pretty much HTC Titan with all HW specs same as our Titan. According to this I would say Titan is the hot candidate to try to port Android on it, no?
But since this is propably known (similarity to Sensation) for longer time and I haven't found any thread about it I just ask general question... What is the main problem with porting Android to WP devices? Is it a bootloader? Or something else?
Thanks for the answer(s)
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I am going to close this thread because i started the android to titan thread to try to localise all of these sorts of questions. I dont want any threads bashing either OS (not that it is) but it can easily go that way.
Feel free to ask any other android/titan related questions to that thread.
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EDIT: I have updated the Read before posting sticky with these guidelines.