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UPDATE : DEVELOPMENT STOPPED : I'm not working on this ROM anymore. This is quiet stable version so feel free to try it out. But please don't contact me, unless its an emergency.
Hey Guys!
Wait is over. Here is another nice ROM for everybody to enjoy. This time, its with Manilla 2D and as with my previous ROMs, its fully loaded and everythings working the way it should be. Its a no nonsense, no compromise ROM. I've tested it quiet thoroughly for last 3 days and found it quiet stable and speedy.
I give it the name BlackMetal. The name is inspired by the design of ROM.
Here are the details of it:
ROM's base operating system version is CE OS 5.2.1622 (Build 20270.1.3.1)
Free Memory at Startup : 23.11 MB initially, After normal use for 5-10 mins : 20.10 MB
Free User Space : 44.29 MB
Page Pool : 5 MB
I have created it with my own ported XIP from WM 6 Original Rom for P3400i using Ramerson's Kitchen (my favourite) for GENE.
Here are some screen shots from the ROM:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
I have also attached the individual images of screen shots with this post.
Download Link :
For New Gene (Version 1.0) :
Live Skydrive : http://cid-988261b694475a67.skydriv...mits|_WM6.1|_BlackMetal|_ROMv1.0|_NewGene.exe
Like my previous ROM, the Pro User's ROM, as i call it dearly, this one is also complete in every sense. Apart from SQM, Windows Update and Welcome center, nothing is missing from it.
Main Features
* First WM 6.1 ROM with Manilla 2D Elfin version with Windows Live working!
* Nice themed layout for key applications like Manilla 2D, Phone Dialer, Windows Media Player, Calculator, Audio Manager etc.
* WKTask, an advance task manager and program launcher which shows icons of running programs on task bar and manages them very smoothly. Its the primary task manager used in this ROM. HTC task manager is not there as i think its not of much use along with this one.
* Good FileSystem and Application Response timing: Windows folder is accessible within 5 seconds from any explorer application despite being a manilla based ROM. Application response time is also fine.
* The Packages included are:
- Manila_Compatible_Shared_DLL
- Arcsoft MMS Composer 5_0_31_16
- AudioBooster 1_2_18192131_2
- AudioManager 2_0_1819_1228
- FileDialogChanger
- FIX_SimManager_Icon
- FIX_USB2PC1
- googlemaps_compressed
- hc4_inbox_signed
- HTC Album New
- HTC Camera
- Jbed
- EzInputKeyboardQVGA
- EzInputKeyboardEngLang
- Manilla 2D v21 (ELFIN) with Theme by James
- OEMAPPS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMDrivers (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMMISC (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMOPERATORS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMVERSION (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_Lang_0409 (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_OMNIA_D3DM (From Omnia. Games require it sometimes)
- OpenNETSDF2.3 (An powerful addition to the .NET 3.5 framework needed by many apps)
- Adobe Reader 2_5
- Diamond_Calculator (with skin by Poorlyduck)
- Elfin_CommManager
- Elfin_HTCMessage
- Elfin_InvokeSIMMgr_dll
- Elfin_PhoneSetting_dll
- Elfin_SimLock
- Elfin_SIM_MGR_exe
- Elfin_stk_service_dll
- Elfin_stk_uippc_exe
- Jade_DShow
- pkgThemes
- poorlyduck m2d Dialer
- PPC_PIM_Backup_Dotfred
- Registry__Disable - Security warnings when installing non-certified application
- SecurityOff
- Settings+
- TaskmgrAdvance
- WkTaskL_1202
- wm5torage_18
- Zz_fix (Some personally collected fixes by Ankit360, Edited by me).
- .NET 3.5 Framework
- SQL Server CE 3.5 with Developer Tools
- Windows Live 10.6.34.800
- Transcriber and Other default SIPs.
Known Issues (See Post #2 for possible resolutions and workarounds) :
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1. SMS/MMS Account Missing on First Boot.. [Wokaround Available]
1. Duplicate Installation of Audio Manager in \Program Files folder. [Wokaround Available]
2. Audio Booster doesn't allows entering Equalizer settings and checking the equalizer checkbox + Missing Audiobooster Option in Audio Managers Menu [Wokaround Available]
3. Audio Manager stops playback after phone enters suspend mode by pressing the power key. [Workaround available. Read Post #2 for explanation.]
Please post your views, reviews, opinions etc etc about how fruitful my work was
Credits
- Many Many thanks to Ramerson for his great work.
- Thanks to Ankit360 who really started the work on this ROM, made it available for new gene for the first time and gave me the direction to work in.
- I would also like to thank Om-By for his fabulous page pool changer that i use with every rom that i create.
If you like my work and feel that its worth some money, please donate to me, whatever amount you like at
Enjoy!
Problem Resolutions:
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1. SMS/ MMS Account missing on first boot!!!
Solution: It happens for some strange reasons that i haven't been able to find but there is a quick workaround for it.
1. Open Messaging, and close it without doing anything.
2. Go to the Messaging tab of Manilla 2D and Press either the Create New SMS button or select New from the menu.
3. A new sms window will come at this time. Cancel the Message. SMS and MMS account would have been created by now.
4. Duplicate Installation of Audio Manager in \Program File taking up phone memory unnecessarily!!
Solution: Some people might not even notice it. But if you have read this thread carefully, you will notice that you have less phone memory that what is quoted in Post #1. Actually this is a duplicate installation of audio manager created for some unknown reason. i have done all the usual checks but can't find any particular solution for this that i can cook with the ROM. But you can delete the whole Audio Manager folder safely from \Program File without any problem. Audio Manager runs directly from \Windows Folder and the shortcut in Start Menu > Programs also points to that. This is just useless.
3. Audio Booster doesn't allows entering Equalizer settings and checking the equalizer checkbox + Missing Audiobooster Option in Audio Managers Menu
Solution: This is not a problem and happens with some versions of AudioBooster and Audio Manager, if their version numbers are different. To resolve it :-
Just start AudioManager, let it build its library a little and then play a song for minimum 5 seconds. After that start AudioBooster, adjust one of its sliders a little. Then soft reset your phone, and both the problems will be solved. What happens is, they create their respective registry settings on first start and after that everything is fine. In Original ROMs from HTC, since on first boot the Customization applications runs, it sets up the registry itself. But even with that, you have to reboot your device anyway.
4. Audio Manager and Windows Media Player stop playback if power button is pressed and phone enters suspend mode.
Solution: First of all, Thanks to Shaunak.it for finding the solution.
This problem occurs in some specific builds of gene. It can occur in old gene and new gene both. So here is what it is like:
Normally, If you press the power button while music is playing, Audio Manager and Windows Media Player stop playback. But this only happens when headset is not connected. If headset is connected, the playback wont stop.This is a standard behavior and not a problem. But on some p3400 and P3400i phones, the playback stops no-matter headset is connected or not. I was not able to find the solution for this problem as it was not happening with me. But a friend of ours from this forum, shaunak.it solved it as he was having this annoyance. Here's what you have to do:
Open the Task Manager Advanced. Click the down faced arrow to the right of the screen and select Regedit from the menu. Now in the folder tree on the upper half of the screen, Navigate to :
For AudioManager:
HKLM > Software > HTC > Audio Manager > Config
In the lower section, look for a value called ENTER_SUSPEND. If its there, double tap on it to edit it and enter 0 as new value. Otherwise, in an empty area in the same place, tap and hold for a while for a context menu to appear. Select New > Value. Select REG_DWORD as Value Type. In the name field, type ENTER_SUSPEND. Click the Set Data button and enter 1 as the value. Click Ok and then again Ok.
For Windows Media Player
HKLM > System > Current Control Set > Control > Power > State > Suspend. Again in the lower left corner look for a value named WAV, if its there, double tap to edit it and then enter 0 as its new value. Otherwise, in an empty area in the same place, tap and hold for a while for a context menu to appear. Select New > Value. Select REG_DWORD as Value Type. In the name field, type WAV. Click the Set Data button and enter 0 as the value. Click Ok and then again Ok.
This will solve your problem.
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its looking really superb.....grt work man.,..
but u should please...make some ROM like this for Old gene also...
i m very excited abt ur ROMs but...cant use thm cuz they all r for new gene only...
so plz...do something for old gene also.....
thanks in advance...
Hey dude, great job
I am going to download this rom today itself
@crazy4tricks: Well do it, but do remember this is for New Gene only at this moment. If you have an unpatched phone, read the guide provided as the first thread of this forum to patch it.
@hksin1988: Buddy my previous ROM (Pro User's ROM) was for both old and new gene. I will build the old gene version eventually. I dont have this phone so it takes some time for me to do that.
Good luck and thanks for your good words guys!
Black Metal Rom
Million thanks Sumit. I am downoading the rom now and the feedback will follow tomorrow.
Cheers!!
what type of changes u made in xip to windows live work ?
krazy_about_technology said:
Hey Guys!
Wait is over. Here is another nice ROM for everybody to enjoy. This time, its with Manilla 2D and as with my previous ROMs, its fully loaded and everythings working the way it should be. Its a no nonsense, no compromise ROM. I've tested it quiet thoroughly for last 3 days and found it quiet stable and speedy.
I give it the name BlackMetal. The name is inspired by the design of ROM.
Here are the details of it:
ROM's base operating system version is CE OS 5.2.1622 (Build 20270.1.3.1)
Free Memory at Startup : 23.11 MB initially, After normal use for 5-10 mins : 20.10 MB
Free User Space : 44.29 MB
Page Pool : 5 MB
I have created it with my own ported XIP from WM 6 Original Rom for P3400i using Ramerson's Kitchen (my favourite) for GENE.
Here are some screen shots from the ROM:
I have also attached the individual images of screen shots with this post.
Download Link :
For New Gene (Version 1.0) :
Live Skydrive : http://cid-988261b694475a67.skydriv...mits|_WM6.1|_BlackMetal|_ROMv1.0|_NewGene.exe
Like my previous ROM, the Pro User's ROM, as i call it dearly, this one is also complete in every sense. Apart from SQM, Windows Update and Welcome center, nothing is missing from it.
Main Features
* First WM 6.1 ROM with Manilla 2D Elfin version with Windows Live working!
* Nice themed layout for key applications like Manilla 2D, Phone Dialer, Windows Media Player, Calculator, Audio Manager etc.
* WKTask, an advance task manager and program launcher which shows icons of running programs on task bar and manages them very smoothly. Its the primary task manager used in this ROM. HTC task manager is not there as i think its not of much use along with this one.
* Good FileSystem and Application Response timing: Windows folder is accessible within 5 seconds from any explorer application despite being a manilla based ROM. Application response time is also fine.
* The Packages included are:
- Manila_Compatible_Shared_DLL
- Arcsoft MMS Composer 5_0_31_16
- AudioBooster 1_2_18192131_2
- AudioManager 2_0_1819_1228
- FileDialogChanger
- FIX_SimManager_Icon
- FIX_USB2PC1
- googlemaps_compressed
- hc4_inbox_signed
- HTC Album New
- HTC Camera
- Jbed
- EzInputKeyboardQVGA
- EzInputKeyboardEngLang
- Manilla 2D v21 (ELFIN) with Theme by James
- OEMAPPS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMDrivers (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMMISC (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMOPERATORS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMVERSION (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_Lang_0409 (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_OMNIA_D3DM (From Omnia. Games require it sometimes)
- OpenNETSDF2.3 (An powerful addition to the .NET 3.5 framework needed by many apps)
- Adobe Reader 2_5
- Diamond_Calculator (with skin by Poorlyduck)
- Elfin_CommManager
- Elfin_HTCMessage
- Elfin_InvokeSIMMgr_dll
- Elfin_PhoneSetting_dll
- Elfin_SimLock
- Elfin_SIM_MGR_exe
- Elfin_stk_service_dll
- Elfin_stk_uippc_exe
- Jade_DShow
- pkgThemes
- poorlyduck m2d Dialer
- PPC_PIM_Backup_Dotfred
- Registry__Disable - Security warnings when installing non-certified application
- SecurityOff
- Settings+
- TaskmgrAdvance
- WkTaskL_1202
- wm5torage_18
- Zz_fix (Some personally collected fixes by Ankit360, Edited by me).
- .NET 3.5 Framework
- SQL Server CE 3.5 with Developer Tools
- Windows Live 10.6.34.800
- Transcriber and Other default SIPs.
Known Issues (See Post #2 for possible resolutions and workarounds) :
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. SMS/MMS Account Missing on First Boot.. [Wokaround Available]
1. Duplicate Installation of Audio Manager in \Program Files folder. [Wokaround Available]
2. Audio Booster doesn't allows entering Equalizer settings and checking the equalizer checkbox + Missing Audiobooster Option in Audio Managers Menu [Wokaround Available]
3. Audio Manager stops playback after phone enters suspend mode by pressing the power key. [Workaround available. Read Post #2 for explanation.]
Please post your views, reviews, opinions etc etc about how fruitful my work was
Credits
- Many Many thanks to Ramerson for his great work.
- Thanks to Ankit360 who really started the work on this ROM, made it available for new gene for the first time and gave me the direction to work in.
- I would also like to thank Om-By for his fabulous page pool changer that i use with every rom that i create.
If you like my work and feel that its worth some money, please donate to me, whatever amount you like at
Enjoy!
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Looks awesome bro...,
please Upload for OLD gene as i owned that.
anyhow great work..
Hi Krazy,
Please upload for the old gene as well, waiting to use this ROM.
Thanks in Advance
Krishna
Cid unlocker
Morning guys
the new roms on the forum looks good.
Does anybody know of a cid unlocking software for old or new gene.please let me know.
Can't wait to try the new roms
your fellow htc user
krazy_about_technology said:
Hey Guys!
Wait is over. Here is another nice ROM for everybody to enjoy. This time, its with Manilla 2D and as with my previous ROMs, its fully loaded and everythings working the way it should be. Its a no nonsense, no compromise ROM. I've tested it quiet thoroughly for last 3 days and found it quiet stable and speedy.
I give it the name BlackMetal. The name is inspired by the design of ROM.
Here are the details of it:
ROM's base operating system version is CE OS 5.2.1622 (Build 20270.1.3.1)
Free Memory at Startup : 23.11 MB initially, After normal use for 5-10 mins : 20.10 MB
Free User Space : 44.29 MB
Page Pool : 5 MB
I have created it with my own ported XIP from WM 6 Original Rom for P3400i using Ramerson's Kitchen (my favourite) for GENE.
Here are some screen shots from the ROM:
I have also attached the individual images of screen shots with this post.
Download Link :
For New Gene (Version 1.0) :
Live Skydrive : http://cid-988261b694475a67.skydriv...mits|_WM6.1|_BlackMetal|_ROMv1.0|_NewGene.exe
Like my previous ROM, the Pro User's ROM, as i call it dearly, this one is also complete in every sense. Apart from SQM, Windows Update and Welcome center, nothing is missing from it.
Main Features
* First WM 6.1 ROM with Manilla 2D Elfin version with Windows Live working!
* Nice themed layout for key applications like Manilla 2D, Phone Dialer, Windows Media Player, Calculator, Audio Manager etc.
* WKTask, an advance task manager and program launcher which shows icons of running programs on task bar and manages them very smoothly. Its the primary task manager used in this ROM. HTC task manager is not there as i think its not of much use along with this one.
* Good FileSystem and Application Response timing: Windows folder is accessible within 5 seconds from any explorer application despite being a manilla based ROM. Application response time is also fine.
* The Packages included are:
- Manila_Compatible_Shared_DLL
- Arcsoft MMS Composer 5_0_31_16
- AudioBooster 1_2_18192131_2
- AudioManager 2_0_1819_1228
- FileDialogChanger
- FIX_SimManager_Icon
- FIX_USB2PC1
- googlemaps_compressed
- hc4_inbox_signed
- HTC Album New
- HTC Camera
- Jbed
- EzInputKeyboardQVGA
- EzInputKeyboardEngLang
- Manilla 2D v21 (ELFIN) with Theme by James
- OEMAPPS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMDrivers (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMMISC (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMOPERATORS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMVERSION (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_Lang_0409 (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_OMNIA_D3DM (From Omnia. Games require it sometimes)
- OpenNETSDF2.3 (An powerful addition to the .NET 3.5 framework needed by many apps)
- Adobe Reader 2_5
- Diamond_Calculator (with skin by Poorlyduck)
- Elfin_CommManager
- Elfin_HTCMessage
- Elfin_InvokeSIMMgr_dll
- Elfin_PhoneSetting_dll
- Elfin_SimLock
- Elfin_SIM_MGR_exe
- Elfin_stk_service_dll
- Elfin_stk_uippc_exe
- Jade_DShow
- pkgThemes
- poorlyduck m2d Dialer
- PPC_PIM_Backup_Dotfred
- Registry__Disable - Security warnings when installing non-certified application
- SecurityOff
- Settings+
- TaskmgrAdvance
- WkTaskL_1202
- wm5torage_18
- Zz_fix (Some personally collected fixes by Ankit360, Edited by me).
- .NET 3.5 Framework
- SQL Server CE 3.5 with Developer Tools
- Windows Live 10.6.34.800
- Transcriber and Other default SIPs.
Known Issues (See Post #2 for possible resolutions and workarounds) :
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1. SMS/MMS Account Missing on First Boot.. [Wokaround Available]
1. Duplicate Installation of Audio Manager in \Program Files folder. [Wokaround Available]
2. Audio Booster doesn't allows entering Equalizer settings and checking the equalizer checkbox + Missing Audiobooster Option in Audio Managers Menu [Wokaround Available]
3. Audio Manager stops playback after phone enters suspend mode by pressing the power key. [Workaround available. Read Post #2 for explanation.]
Please post your views, reviews, opinions etc etc about how fruitful my work was
Credits
- Many Many thanks to Ramerson for his great work.
- Thanks to Ankit360 who really started the work on this ROM, made it available for new gene for the first time and gave me the direction to work in.
- I would also like to thank Om-By for his fabulous page pool changer that i use with every rom that i create.
If you like my work and feel that its worth some money, please donate to me, whatever amount you like at
Enjoy!
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Please read this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=464632
and first post of this thread
"Credits
- Many Many thanks to Ramerson for his great work.
- Thanks to Ankit360 who really started the work on this ROM, made it available for new gene for the first time and gave me the direction to work in.:"
^^
Just flashed with your ROM! . Was out of office all day so couldn't flash before that. So far no feedback, except the new splash screen is chick
ankit360 said:
what type of changes u made in xip to windows live work ?
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The XIP that came with this ROM has many things missing, so i extracted the XIP, re-ported it using the Original P3400i WM6 ROM's XIP as base and created a new rom-hdr.nb using this XIP. In simple words, i recreated the whole BASE folder in the kitchen.
@All P3400 OLD GENE Owners:
Guys, be patient. I'll do the porting thing tonight and maybe upload it tonight or tomorrow. Its not like just pressing a button guys, i will need to port the whole XIP again. It takes about 1.5 hours of work.
@swapnil: Buddy the kitchen is quiet huge in size. And its even not complete yet, i use parts of kitchen from Old Users ROM and Part from this new ROM. So its a little more complicated than you think. The Base kitchen that i am using is Ramerson's and Ankit's manilla ROM. So if you really want to learn the process, get these two and read a lot on XIP porting etc on this forum. I have also learn that way. Porting a ROM requires a bit of understanding of the whole architecture of the OS. And even greater if you want to optimize it.
And by the way, when you use Ramerson's kitchen for porting a different ROM, the only thing you can use from the original kitchen is the kitchen.exe file and 1-2 files from the BASE folder. Rest is created from the ROM you are porting, its your job to create it. When you understand the process, you can use this fact as a hint
And guys, one request. Please dont Quote the original post in which i posted details about the ROM with your replys. It looks ugly and serves no purpose. Thank you
Attached thumbnail. LOL
krazy_about_technology said:
Hey Guys!
Wait is over. ....
Enjoy!
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You can atleast post like this! I guess I have already requested though . Anyways, I don't think you have to remind the thread starter about the start post .
Hey Shaunak, how are you getting the coloured icons for active sync and signals? would you like to share with me??
You have got a message
UPDATE 30-5-2009 : Version 3.1.1 for Old and New Gene Uploaded.
Hi Guys!
Presenting to you, The VanillaManilaUltimate Edition v3. This is a highly bugfixed version of the WM 6.1 version of VanillaManila ROM. This version has many improvements that you may not notice at first but will be visible to you after some time of use.
Details : Ultimate v3.1.1
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Base Operating System Version : CE OS 5.2.21046 (Build 21046.1.6.3)
Free Memory at Startup : ~25-26 MB initially, After normal use for 5-10 mins : ~23 MB
Free User Space : ~42-43 MB
Page Pool : 5 MB
Here are some screen shots from the ROM v 3.1 and an updated Home screen shot with colored icons from v3.1.1:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Download Links :
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Version 3.1.1:
New Gene Mirror 1
Old Gene Mirror 1
Version 2:
New Gene Mirror 1
New Gene Mirror 2
Old Gene Mirror 1
Old Gene Mirror 2
Old Gene Mirror 3
Notable Changes in v3
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* WM 6.1 Rhodium build with New Manilla 2D Jade Version (latest available) + Elfin Utilities
* Video Playback in Camera Album and Manila Photos and Videos Tab fixed.
* Many New apps like Youtube, Streaming Media etc added. Softwares are almost same as Pro Users ROM's newest version with same OS build. But some things like SQL Server are intentionally left out due to the nature of ROM.
* Good battery backup as well as increased RAM and Phone Memory even with Manila running.
* EZInput Keyboards removed from ROM because they were creating problem with languages other than english. Please install the keyboards manually. Also Opal Large Taskbar and Enlarged Start Menu removed for saving RAM. If you need these, please install cabs available from the forum.
Note : Change Log of Version 3.1.1
* The Packages included in v3.0 are:
- Arcsoft MMS Composer 5_0_31_16
- AudioBooster 1_2_18192131_2
- AudioManager 2_0_1819_1228 with Suspend Mode Playback Problem Fixed. Windows Media Player Fixed too
- Bluetooth Explorer
- Clear Temp
- ConnectionSetup_1_5_35082_1
- Device lock : Provides convenient device locking facility for manila based roms.
- File Dialog Changer - Changes standard WM File Open and File Save dialogs with custom dialogs with Folder browsing facility. Needs to be enabled manually.
- Google Maps
- GSFinder File Manager
- HC4 Inbox - Recieve files via bluetooth directly on storage card.
- HTC Album Opal with Video Playback working.
- HTC Camera NEW Elfin build
- HTC Homeplug 9 Icons version
- HomeScreenPlusPLus UI Plugin
- Jbed from IOLite
- Manilla 2D (Opal version)
- OEMAPPS (from Elfin)
- OEMDrivers (from original WM 6 ROM with new Camera Driver for Elfin Camera)
- OpenNETSDF2.3 (An powerful addition to the .NET 3.5 framework needed by many apps)
- Adobe Reader 2.5
- Diamond_Calculator (with skin by Poorlyduck)
- Elfin CommManager
- Opal DirectShow 2.0 with Opal mHub, FullscreenPlayer etc
- Opal Youtube
- Opal Streaming Media
- Opal Voice Recorder
- STK Sync - Utility to sync device time with internet time servers
- Wizard's reTOUCHed Dialer2
- Dotfred's PIM_Backup
- Settings+
- Dotfred's Taskmgr Advance
- Opal USB TO PC : Makes your phone work in Mass Storage Mode
- WkTaskL 12.0.2
- .NET 3.5 Framework
- Transcriber and Other default SIPs.
- Some system DLLs from Elfin for new versions.
- Fixed Touch Sensitivity and Internet Tab of Manila 2D as well as Other usability related fixes
- Hibernate
- Bluetooth Toggle
- MADE Text Editor
- Pocket RAR
- Cyberon Voice Commander
For Known Issues, Resolutions and Workarounds, See Post #2
Please post your views, reviews, opinions etc etc about how fruitful my work was
If you like my work and feel that its worth some money, please donate to me, whatever amount you like at
Enjoy!
Problem Resolutions:
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1. Active Sync starting up automatically.
Solution:
Step 1. See the solution given in Pro Users ROM WM 6.1 edition thread.
Step 2. I addition to that here is something that will get rid of the problem forever (next hard reset i mean )
- Open DotFred's task manager and go to Notifications tab.
- Look for all notifications that have repllog.exe in the "Notified Programs" and the value "AppRunAfterTimeChange" in Argument column. Delete these entries (button for deletion is in the bottom toolbar). In most cases there will be two such entries.
-Reboot the phone.
Thats it. ActiveSync wont start on its own now. Please note that even after you do this step, the previous "Fake Server" fix is still needed to be applied. Both of these work together.
Recommended Addons :
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1. Advance Configuration Tool : Can be used to change advanced system settings. Some of the most popular settings are to disable dialer themes, tuning filesystem cache for increased performance and enabling battery icon in taskbar on home screen instead of clock. Use it carefully though as some of the settings are a bit dangerous, specially the touchflo touch sensitivity settings.
2. EzInput ABC Default : Sets ABC as the default mode for the new keyboards instead of T9.
3. ClearTemp: Cleanup accumulated junk from your phone using this.
4. Disable XT9 by DuttyThroy: Disables the ET9 and XT9 dictionary system that comes with EZInput keyboards and enables default Windows Mobile's dictionary.
5. HomeScreenPlusPlus with Clock Theme: If you ever get bored with Manila, use it as your homescreen plugin for a good look. Also comes with a very capable task manager and OMAP processor Overclocker (use with caution!!)
6. I-Contact Version .9 and PointUI Modified blue theme NEW!!: Finger Friendly Contact Application. This version is ultra fast! Loads contacts even faster than the default Windows Mobile Contacts app. Amazing!!! And it has settings icons too, but its in Start>Settings>System instead on Programs. I have also included the PointUI theme that closely matches the color scheme of this ROM. I have modified it for working with this ROM.
7. M2DC (Manila 2D Customizer) : It can be used to customize some of the aspects of Manila 2D as well as installing new themes.
8. NEW!! Audio Manager 2.2 Minimal Install : Use the 5 files in the zip file to upgrade your audio manager to version 2.2. This update would be part of any further release of this ROM. For a complete description and download, see this post : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=3295813&postcount=178
nice
nice man
it looks very nice
i'll try it tonight and give you the feedback
nice work man
keep up the good work
see ya
Vanilla Manilla
I really cant wait to get back home and flash this new rom..........
@Sumit..... Buddy I am facing a problem with Active Sync since a couple of days (I use vista). The first time when I sync the phone it works but the next time it shows sync error. so I have to delete the partnership and set up device again, this solves the problem but only for one time. the next time I have to sync I have to do the same, meaning delete the partnership and set up device again. I have also noticed that the My Documents folder of the phone on my pc is missing. Im using the new windows mobile device centre...Please help!!
any thing new for old gene
hi
u planning on the same for old gene if so kindly do give me the link
thanks
hari
@nevermind_me: Yes that is an issue with Microsoft Outlook actually. When you start to sync your phone, right click on the taskbar on your PC and click "Task Manager". Go to the "Processes" tab. There, in the "Image Name" column, you will see two instances of "Outlook.exe" running. If you will look at the "Memory (Private Working Set)" column, one will be using higher amount of memory and other will be using lower amount of memory. Kill the outlook.exe which is using more memory and the sync will start.
@svrhari: Yes i will upload an old gene version and when it will be uploaded, you'll get a link in this thread in post #1 as i always do. I will also update the thread title so keep checking for that.
mido0109850352 said:
nice man
it looks very nice
i'll try it tonight and give you the feedback
nice work man
keep up the good work
see ya
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Thanks buddy, and ya do give feedback buddy. That's what most people don't do and then blame the ROM later for not performing well. People should understand that I have only one device on which i can test. Rest is up to the community.
OLD ROM UNTESTED VERSION UPLOADED!
Please provide feedback!
Activ sync
Thanks again Sumit. I will download your rom now and flash straight away. Feedback tomorrow...thanks
downloding it now
hi
im rite now downloding the same will give u afeedbac soon
thanks
hari
just loaded it its GrR8 man
hi
i just now downoaded it and loaded it on my phone its seems to be ok as of now evverything is fine i luv it man will give u a full feedback by EOD
thanks man thanks a mill im luving it
thanks
hari
Using : sumits Vanila manila 6.1
krazy_about_technology said:
Hey Guys!
I made this ROM for my private use but on demand from my fellows here, i am presenting it here. I have removed some of the personalizations like my photo on splash screen . This ROM is based on the same core as BlackMetal ROM but i have removed most of the bugs from that base. I am doing some research on new builds of Windows Mobile CE OS so there will be something new soon. But for the meanwhile, this is what i have for you.
It has Manilla 2D Elfin Build but with Opal theme. All the software that were there in BlackMetal are here too. Basically some bugs have been fixed, some software versions have been updated, some themes changes and a few utilities added.
I named it VanillaManila because its a pure vanilla rom with manila 2D in all its originality.
Here are the details of it:
Base Operating System version is CE OS 5.2.1622 (Build 20270.1.3.1)
Free Memory at Startup : 22.80 MB initially, After normal use for 5-10 mins : 20.18 MB
Free User Space : 40.69 MB
Page Pool : 5 MB
I have created it with my own ported XIP from WM 6 Original Rom for P3400i using Ramerson's Kitchen (my favourite) for GENE.
Here are some screen shots from the ROM:
I have also attached the individual images of screen shots as a rar file with this post.
Download Link :
For New Gene (Version 1.0) :
Live Skydrive : http://cid-988261b694475a67.skydriv...le/ROMs/SumitsVanillaManilaWM6.1|_NewGene.exe
For OLD Gene (Version 1.0) :
Live Skydrive : http://cid-988261b694475a67.skydriv...e/ROMs/SumitsVanillaManillaWM6.1|_OldGene.exe NOT TESTED YET! PLEASE KEEP A WORKING ROM WITH YOU BEFORE FLASHING THIS AND REPORT ANY SUCCESS IMMEDIATELY IN THIS THREAD. THANKS!
Please NOTE:
1.Please apply the Opal today theme the first time you boot your phone after flashing. Otherwise you wont get flat title and soft key bar and WK task will have a different background color. Will fix it if i get some time.
2. A duplicate installation of Audio Manager is created in \Program Files folder for an unknown reason. You can safely delete it.
ROM is complete, with all parts of OS intact and HTC's original OEM apps in it with updated versions of some. Apart from SQM, Windows Update and Welcome center, nothing is missing from it.
Main Features
* WM 6.1 with Manilla 2D Elfin + Opal version with Windows Live working
* Manila Opal themes for main applications like Manilla 2D plugin, Phone Dialer, Windows Media Player, Calculator, Comm Manager etc.
* WKTask, an advance task manager and program launcher which shows icons of running programs on task bar and manages them very smoothly. Its the primary task manager used in this ROM. HTC task manager is not there as i think its not of much use along with this one. Tweaks have been pre-applied to WKTask so that it doesn't shows Manila2D.exe in the task list and does not hides any icons.
* Good FileSystem and Application Response timing: Windows folder is accessible within 5 seconds from any explorer application despite being a manilla based ROM. Application response time is also good.
* The Packages included are:
- Arcsoft MMS Composer 5_0_31_16
- AudioBooster 1_2_18192131_2
- AudioManager 2_0_1819_1228 with Suspend Mode Playback Problem Fixed. Windows Media Player Fixed too
- ConnectionSetup_1_5_35082_1
- Device lock : Provides convenient device locking facility for manila based roms.
- Enlarged Start Menu - Integration with TouchFLO settings in control Panel works.
- Opal Large Title Bar System Icons
- File Dialog Changer - Changes standard WM File Open and File Save dialogs with custom dialogs with Folder browsing facility. Needs to be enabled manually.
- Outlook Enhancements
- Google Maps
- HC4 Inbox - Recieve files via bluetooth directly on storage card.
- HTC Album New
- HTC Camera
- HTC Homeplug 9 Icons version
- Jbed 20080912.5.1 (New Version with support for Java 3D)
- EzInput Keyboards QVGA with English Language Pack
- EzInput Keyboards English Language Pack
- Manilla 2D v21 (ELFIN) with Theme from Opal
- OEMAPPS (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEMDrivers (from original WM 6 ROM)
- OEM_OMNIA_D3DM (From Omnia. Games require it sometimes)
- OpenNETSDF2.3 (An powerful addition to the .NET 3.5 framework needed by many apps)
- Adobe Reader 2.5
- Diamond_Calculator (with skin by Poorlyduck)
- Elfin CommManager with Manilla Skin
- Jade DirectShow Dlls
- Some Themes (with blue Opal Theme)
- PoorlyDuck's M2D Dialer
- Dotfred's PIM_Backup
- Settings+
- Dotfred's Taskmgr Advance
- Opal USB TO PC Icon : Makes your phone work in Mass Storage Mode
- WkTaskL 12.0.2
- .NET 3.5 Framework
- SQL Server CE 3.5 with Developer Tools
- Windows Live 10.6.34.800
- Transcriber and Other default SIPs.
- Some system DLLs from Elfin for new versions.
- Various Manilla 2D and DirectX, Touch Sensitivity and Internet Tab of Manila 2D as well as Other usability related fixes
Known Issues (See Post #2 for possible resolutions and workarounds) :
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1. Audio Booster doesn't allows entering Equalizer settings and checking the equalizer checkbox + Missing Audiobooster Option in Audio Managers Menu [Wokaround Available]
Please post your views, reviews, opinions etc etc about how fruitful my work was
Credits
- Many Many thanks to Ramerson for his great work.
- Thanks to Ankit360 who really started the work on this ROM, made it available for new gene for the first time and gave me the direction to work in.
- I would also like to thank Om-By for his fabulous page pool changer that i use with every rom that i create.
If you like my work and feel that its worth some money, please donate to me, whatever amount you like at
Enjoy!
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Problem kindly advise
hi
im not able to see my zip files on my SD card it showing like some kinda windows file and im not able to use the same
kindly adivse
Using : sumits vanilamanila 6.1 for old gene
@hari: Ya, actually zip program is not included in this ROM. PocketRAR is there for it. Open PocketRAR and on first run it will ask you to associate zip and RAR files with it. Check both boxes and click ok. Now your zip files will open in PocketRAR. If you have opened it previously and cancelled this box then open WinRAR, Click on Tools>Settings and on the Integration tab, check both boxes and click OK. That will solve your problem
@hari: please don't quote the original post with your replies. Thats useless and makes it difficult for other people to read them specially for those who read it on their PDAs. And quote only the part you are referring to not the whole useless thing. Ok. Please edit your post if its not a problem for you.
svrhari said:
hi
i just now downoaded it and loaded it on my phone its seems to be ok as of now evverything is fine i luv it man will give u a full feedback by EOD
thanks man thanks a mill im luving it
thanks
hari
Using : sumits Vanila manila 6.1
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Nice Quote ^^
Its OK now & another small Prob
hi
thanks for ur advise its ok now im able to open my Zip files now
sorry for quoting ur posting in my hurry i for got to delete the same
but one more small problem
the audio Manager seems to keep comming up active ie i keep seing the icon
and i close the same & it pops up again
kindly advise other than this man its GR8
thanks a mail man im realy loving it
regards
hari
using : sumits vanilamanila 6.1 for old gene & loving it
svrhari said:
hi
thanks for ur advise its ok now im able to open my Zip .....
using : sumits vanilamanila 6.1 for old gene & loving it
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Open the music tab and let Audiomanager rebuild it database. But be aware that every time you visit the music tab, Audio Manager is started, since the tab actually uses audio manager to play back audio
sorry i did not get it (addicted toXda)
hi
im sorry i dont seem to understand what u want me to do kindly explain again
thanks
hari
Addicted2xda said:
Open the music tab and let Audiomanager rebuild it database. But be aware that every time you visit the music tab, Audio Manager is started, since the tab actually uses audio manager to play back audio
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Actually Hari, Whever you go to the music tab on home screen, it will start the audio manager automatically. THis is the default behaviour of Manilla 2D (The thing that you are using on your home screen with tabs, clock, weather, music etc, its called Manilla 2D). To close Audio Manager, click and hold on it, then click close. When it will start for the first time, it will search for music files on your sd card as well as phone memory so it may seem unresponsive. Let it do that once. After that it will start normally.
@krazy
So, are you a MilliVanilli Fan ?
BTW, on a serious note, is it faster than BlackMetal?
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Latest Info
12Oct2011 - Facebook has altered the authorisation slightly, so manual paste method needs a little extra care (details here - Thanks to Nullstring).
(01June2011)Big RSSTab Development Announcement
(3March2011) Dual (AKA Easy) Cab Install Released - meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip (See install post for instructions)
Moved to post#3 to avoid confusion:
meltwater HTC FbTab v1.6.cab (3.32 MB, 7583 views)
v1.6Release05Aug2010.zip (3.25 MB, 9095 views)
(31Jan2011) Easy/Dual Cab Install Method Trial - Testing a new way to install and uninstall the FbTab.
(meltwater_FbTabV1.6&SenseUtil.cab (603 views) meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs).zip (272 views))
(4Dec2010) Introducing SenseUtil to assist with installation of any custom tab
(27Sep2010) Lang files added (hu-hu - zoliwr, zh-tw - mudhi). Many thanks.
(24Aug2010) New forum banner by Drakknar (thanks!)
(23Aug2010) Sense 2.5.192x (& old sense) Patch released (allows most of the tab functions to be used on a 2.5.192x based device)
(18Aug2010) TabProject2:Call for Developers
(11Aug2010) Facebook Tab v1.6 Cab & EXT (post#2) released
(05Aug2010) Updated Facebook Tab v1.6 released - GTX, Cabs & EXT will hopefully follow (v1.5 Cab kept to allow install and upgrade - use v1.6 cab)
(31July2010) Drakknar's icons are now live on facebook!
(22July2010) Request for FbTab Icon!
(21July2010) Captain Throwback's Cab (meltwater HTC FbTab v1.5.cab) moved to post#1 (please follow instructions on post#3 for install and un-install)
(20July2010) Tutorial/Files for changing Tab Text to Black (apaquette420 - see links below)
(19July2010) pt-pt & pt-br lang file RevB - attached to post#4
(16July2010) Fr-fr lang file RevB - attached to post#4
(16July2010) Upgrade Cabs are available see (1st roundup of Q&A Support below)
(15July2010) Releasing the v1.5 manual files now, let me know how you get on.
Please follow the install instructions very carefully & RTFM (read the fantastic manual) before asking Qs.
Note on development...
I have a development version which I've been working on which can do a lot more with the facebook api, however it is far from complete or bug free, but it was able to post comments, read all the status updates/wall posts of all your friends etc etc. I was also playing around with different GUI aspects but I hit several limits with the Sense SDK I was using etc.
Anyway, basically I've not had any time to look at it for the last few months, and the best course of action is to scrap it and let the XdaFacebook App team use the ties I was planning to use to link the tab to an application. Hopefully I can get a few of my ideas and suggestions put into the app, so the vision I had for the tab can still be realised. Since I'm not using facebook that much at the moment, I think this is the best way for the tab to move forward and provide more for everyone.
Hopefully as my work on the RSSTab continues, the main core of the Facebook tab (the HTC engine) can be replaced by the XdaFacebook app, so all the data in the tab can be populated directly from the same source. Although this will be a while off, this will be the best solution in the end.
Donations
PayPal:
if you use the facebook tab and would like my work to continue
I purposely did not include a donate button on the 1st release since although I had made several changes to the tab a lot of it was purely HTC functionality (and it would have been hard to understand what was my own work and what HTC have already included).
I did not feel it was fair to ask for donations where my own work on it was not clear.
However, since the 1st release I have been working very hard on this project, I have spent many hours/days/weeks testing and experimenting with the facebook api and with ensuring that the new additions will work not only on my device but will function for everyone (believe me it's a frustrating task).
So if you like using the tab (or if I've helped you get it working), and if you feel my work deserves it then please make a small donation, even if it's a few cents (even a tiny bit shows your appreciation).
Any donations will be spent on things to help me focus on developing the tab further, first up is a new battery (only $15!) as my phone has suffered from the many resets it has taken to test the sense code so far, so I really need to get a backup one. Hopefully that isn't a huge ask.
New phone battery is on it's way, many thanks to the total of 3 detonator so far. Next up, although I'm not confident on this one, is a battery for my laptop so I can program without being tethered to a power socket (and losing my work when it disconnects - have about 10 seconds before it dies). Again, I plan to get it from a cheep place so it's not too expensive, just something which only needed for this hobby.
It all shows that my work means something.
Information on the facebook api
When I started looking into the facebook api (something I said I wouldn't do I know) I discovered "Facebook Developer Toolkit", excellent I thought, my work is done, plug it in and away we go.
However, investigating further Microsoft had taken over the toolkit, the compact framework (as used by Windows Mobile) had been dropped (since Jan 14 2008) and they are only just building SilverLight support into it (windows phone 7). Add to that, facebook have introduced the GraphApi which replaces the Api implemented in the Jan 2008 build (and I don't think it's in the current Tookkit yet).
You might guess the next bit, after a lot of work, I have the outline of my own Fb Graph Api support. The next release shall be the foundation point of this work, if successful the remainder of my test code can be built in (but I didn't want to delay things any longer and I needed to see if it works on-mass first).
It has taken a lot to get it to this point - my only other windows mobile app was "Hello Worlde" so once again I have been starting from scratch and learning A LOT:
I hope you enjoy my hard work.
This release is to bring the general release up to speed with my current work, it may not appear to be significant in added functionality but believe me it is the stepping stone required for what comes next...
Information on the tab.
The origins of the facebook tab is the relocation of the HTC People Update's tab which is built into sense already. The mod originally moved this functionality into the main tabs and added a few extra features, therefore enabling everyone to enjoy the built in facebook functionality without hunting to find it, but also enjoy the excellent features HTC had already integrated.
Since then, I've been working hard to extend the features which the tab provides, improve the options for how things are displayed and allow easy configuration. Overtime, more features will be included and hopefully support for external apps perhaps.
Please don't badger for specific facebook features, I'm well aware I can't do comments, pokes, likes, notifications etc etc, but the current release is a huge step toward that and hopefully it will come in time.
Read and understand the above information before asking for features, but this is what I still hope to do (again don't post asking for them if it's on this list!).
To Do
192X version See patch in post below
Stage 2 of Facebook Api
[*]Use extra space at top of landscape mode
Include sense language selection HKCU\MUI\CurLang
Handle senseSDK version exception
[*]Support non-standard chars on Status Update post to facebook
[*]Remove item list scroll lag
Development Progress
[MOD][SENSE2.5TAB] Facebook Tab - Developer Thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=663494
Note:
The development work is on going and I will release the next version when there is something essential and must-have implemented.
I would rather spend time developing new features than releasing tiny updates of little significance.
Known Issues
Will not work on manila 2.5.1921xxxx or lower (and some ROMs) - use 192x Install Patch (see Install post#3)!
It seems there are two versions of the facebook engine and the older one (used by 2.5.192x and some other ROMs) the 0DE73B01_manila file is smaller (~41k) than the newer version (~47k).
If you have the older version (small file), then you must use the 192x version of the tab or the tab will be un-usable and crash sense.
Info for cooks
See section "Can we cook this in a ROM?" in post #2 for EXT file etc.
Change History
23 Aug 2010 Sense 2.5.192x (& old sense) Patch released (MattOG testing)
11 Aug 2010 v1.6 Cab Release (captain_throwback & qitt)
05 Aug 2010 v1.6 Release
21 July 2010 v1.5 Cab Release (1032+250 views) +706 for v1.6 update (captain_throwback)
15 July 2010 v1.5 Release (1881 views) + GTXSkin (361+183 views) (mike2nl)
-(see user manual for update details) included lang files
(en-gb,en-us,nl-nl,fr-fr,de-de,pt-pt,pt-br,cs-cz,it-it,el-gr,sk-sk)
15 April 2010 v1.01 ReleaseD (2815 views) + All-In-One Cab (7762 views)
- Joint fixes for icon issues (etoy & qitt), included lang files
(en-gb,en-us,de-de,pt-pt,es-es,fr-fr,cs-cz,it-it,zh-tw,no-no)
12 April 2010 v1.0 All-In-One Cab Release Cab (353+71 views)
- Joint work from johncmolyneux & Captain_Throwback
24 March 2010 v1.0 ReleaseC (5185 views)+Cab(1084 views)
- switch over to use FacebookStatusUpdate.exe instead of mortscript
- updated manila so "Facebook.MyStatusScript" can be left blank and still run Facebook.MyStatusExe
(if using older release just leave the entry, it will be ignored - otherwise it'll skip copy of my status)
- updated Readme
- reg file no longer system hidden
FacebookStatusUpdate.zip (234 views)
- exe available to replace mortscript! (thanks to johncmolyneux) - see install instructs for details (will repack later)
23 March 2010 V1.0 ReleaseB (494 views)
- Changed default facebook app to MS Facebook App
- Updated Readme
23 March 2010 V1.0 Release
- First release
NEWS
POCKETNOW.COM Facebook Tab Released for HTC Sense 2.5
http://pocketnow.com/tweaks-hacks/facebook-tab-released-for-htc-sense-25
POCKETNOW.COM Video: Facebook Tab for HTC Sense
[/SIZE]http://pocketnow.com/softwar...cketnow+(pocketnow.com)&utm_content=Google+UK
Finally the tab for htc FACEBOOK Sense 2.5 is just beginning (Italian)
http://htc.hdblog.it/2010/03/24/finalmente-il-tab-facebook-per-htc-sense-2-5-muove-i-primi-passi/
I'm well proud! Thanks!
Thanks To
Sense 2.5.192x Patch Testing MattOG
v1.5 Beta Testers Agent Zach, Captain_Throwback, johncmolyneux, mike2nl, mkucuksari,electrikjesus, madindehead, Quitt, sternas, wez89
Sense SDK support eboelzner (+greenhacks & others on the thread)
Language Translations -see post #4 for details
BeeGee_Tokyo & maxycy (v1.5 maxSense fix)
Captain_Throwback (cab's etc)
johncmolyneux (FacebookStatusUpdate.exe, All-In-One exe, coding support)
etoy & qitt (Icon fixes)
MoonNah (for use of ManilaStartFix used in cabs)
Co0kieMonster
utopykzebulon
Everyone behind the kitchen (without which I would have got no-where):
12aon, 6fg8, chainfire, sztupy, Co0kieMonster etc
People who provided language files.
Also thanks for all the words of encouragement, patience and praise.
Thanks to Donators:
Laurentius26 - 12April2011
unknown - 16Dec2010
MattOG - 13Aug2010
weepatc - 11Aug2010
sharkie405
beegee_tokyo
Agent Zach
Warnings etc
Modifying manila means various levels of messing around with the files on the device so, as with most of the mods on here, back-up often and be prepared to screw it up and hard-reset your device. All the changes explained here may or may-not work on your particular device/version of manila or perhaps it's just not going to happen today.
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Latest WVGA Screens
Latest VGA Screens
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Thread Quicklinks:
RTFM - Read The Fantastic Manual & FAQ [Post#2]
Install Instructions [Post#3]
Language Files [Post#4]
v1.6 Release - Support for this release starts here [Post#1002+]
v1.5 Release - 1st roundup of Q&A Support [Post#829] Please read before posting similar Qs
v1.5 Release - Support for this release starts here [Post#771+]
Thread Tips/Guides:
(apaquette420) Change Tab Text To Black Tutorial & Files
See Sense FbTab Install Post for install instructions (must read before installing).
RTFM - Read The Fantastic Manual
RTFM - User Manual
Features
All the HTC facebook goodness on your doorstep!
Plus:
Update Now left-soft key
Launch Facebook App in menu (configure to fav app)
Launch Facebook Online in menu (configure to fav site)
Successful Update Time Display
Adjustable Automatic Update Peroid
My Updates - Displays your real status (only support text updates - urls etc ignored)
New For v1.6:
Improved scrolling
Support for non-ascii character updates
Anniversary/Birthday Icons moved for expanded views
Updated package to include fixed lang files
Correct reg key for Desktop Online
New For v1.5:
Update your facebook status directly from the tab!
Sense Settings Page (all settings for the tab now configurable via sense)
Expand/Collapse View
Introducing the HTC FbTab, (Stage 1 - The initial step to access the Facebook Api).
Improved multi-language support (api available for wm apps)
Facebook Tab Settings v1.6
The settings page is split into 5 main sections.
If any settings are adjusted, the user will be able to apply the settings from this page or to discard the changes.
The exception is within the Facebook Api Settings page where the authorisation keys are stored as soon as they are obtained.
Selection between normal and advanced settings (A) are set by the "Enable Advanced Settings" checkbox within the Advanced setting section.
Note: Any changes to any Advanced settings may cause issues with the operation of the tab if done incorrectly, so make sure you understand the purpose of these settings before you change them. They are marked as Advanced settings for a reason!
1 - Data Connections
Normal(1) Advanced(2)
Enable auto update timer[]
- Enable this setting if you wish the tab to automatically update for the specified period (this is independent of the HTC Download data automatically setting below).
Update internal in mins XX
- Period before automatic update occurs. Note: This appears only to run when the tab is selected, timer is reset on entry to the tab. Range is currently limited to 1-99 mins.
Download data when roaming
- I've not tested this much (I keep my data connections disabled). This setting controls if data connections should be allowed when roaming (not sure if that's general mobile connections via GPRS & 3G or when you are not on your foreign cell network). This setting is the setting available in the old HTC setting page.
(A) Download data automatically
- HTC 2 hour automatic update of the facebook data. Included in case you need to disable it (this runs independently from the above update timer).
2 - App & Web Shortcuts
Normal(1) Advanced(2&3)
Select Facebook Application
- Select which application is launched via Menu->Facebook App. Also selects which item to edit/delete in advanced mode.
Select Facebook Webpage:
- Select which webpage is launched via Menu->Facebook Online. Also selects which item to edit/delete in advanced mode.
(A) Delete Selected Application/Webpage
- removes the selected item from the list
(A) Edit Selected Application/Webpage
- Opens up the edit page for the current item (see below)
(A) Add New Application/Webpage
- Opens up the add new item page (see below)
Edit/Add Application(1) Edit/Add Webpage(2)
(A) Add/Edit Application/Webpage
(A) Display Name
- sets the name to use in setting page to refer to the application/webpage
(A) Shortcut
- the url/file path can be edited here directly.
(A) Browse to path (applications only)
- Opens the select file page to allow you to browse to and select the required exe.
Note: When you have selected the exe file by pressing it, "Select" will appear as the bottom right soft-key. You can "Select" the exe or "Cancel" if you wish.
(A) Additional arguments
- Some applications/pages may support additional arguments, which can be added here.
3 - Facebook Api Settings
Normal (Internal Authorisation Method)(1) Normal (External Authorisation Method)(2)
Note: Unlike the other settings pages, changes made the authorisation key are saved directly to the registry.
The authorisation here is only for the new functionality of the tab, in order to populate the friends list and get status updates you will still need to authorise the "HTC Sense" application via the Setting Tab -> Data Services.
If you do not wish to use the new functionality and the "HTC FbTab" application, then check the "Disable prompt for authorisation []" checkbox to avoid being asked to authorise the application. You will not be able to post updates via the tab without authorising first.
Due to issues with the authorisation methods with facebook, two options are provided to ensure this application will work with as many people as possible.
Option 1:
Use internal authorisation
- This uses an internal browser to display the authorisation page from facebook and allows you to login and authorise the application permissions. This should be the simplest method for most users, press Authorise and follow the prompts to authorise the HTC FbTab used for posting status messages directly from the tab.
Don't forget you will need to be connected to the internet and be able to access the facebook website from your connection.
Option 2:
Use external authorisation (Use default browser & paste code)
- On some devices the internal browser fails to work correctly, hence this method will launch your default browser (i.e. Opera) and navigate directly to facebook to authorise the "HTC FbTab" application.
Don't forget you will need to be connected to the internet and be able to access the facebook website from your connection.
1. You should login and authorise the application permissions.
2. Once you have authorised the application, you then need to Copy the url (either the whole thing or the part including "code=...", as long as you have at least the "code=..." to the end it will work). In Opera you can do this by pressing and holding on the url (if unselected it will default to copying the whole url).
3. Once you have copied the code into the clipboard, return to the settings page and press "Paste & Authorise".
The settings page will then use the code and authorise the application.
Remove Authorisation:
- This will remove the authorisation from the registry.
Note: If you want to fully remove the authorisation you will need to remove it directly from the your facebook account settings, via the Application Settings page.
Advanced (Internal Authorisation Method)(1) Advanced (External Authorisation Method)(2)
(A) Advanced Api settings (applies to both methods):
Note: These settings will default back to the original settings when the settings page is closed. This ensures the best settings are selected each time, unless the user specifically desires otherwise.
(A) Select authorisation page format
- Determines the format of the page facebook provides for authorisation. At times some pages may not be available, also some work better with the internal browser than others. You should only need to change this if you have a problem.
(A) Application Permissions
- Allows you to enable/disable the permissions you allow the "HTC FbTab" application to have. All are set to enable, since you will probably want to give the app permissions, but I want to provide the choice.
(A) Status Update
- Clearly you will need this if you wish to post updates from the tab.
(A) Offline Access
- Without this the permission will only last until you log out of facebook. Unlikely you would want to disable this option.
(A) Read Feeds
- This permission is not currently used by the application, however, it will be in later releases so if left enabled you can keep your current authorisation for later releases.
4 - File Path Settings
Normal(1) Advanced(2&3)
Hide facebook events
- Disables events being shown on the facebook tab.
Note: Events for the current day are still shown.
Event Notice Period (days)
- Specify the number of days before an event is due to occur before it is displayed on the tab.
Facebook Utility:
- In normal mode, this is read-only (Advanced mode you can edit it directly). If the stored path does not match the location of the FacebookUtil.exe, then a button shall be displayed to update it. If this is not set correctly, the tab will not open the settings pages or status update pages correctly, so it is important if you move FacebookUtil.exe, you run it from it's new location and update this item.
(A) Location of facebook profile pictures:
- For info only, this is a fixed location defined by the HTC dll.
(A) Location of facebook albums:
- Defines where the pictures are stored when you view people's facebook albums via the HTC tab's subpage "Updated Album" or "Open Online Album" links.
(A) Browse to path:
- Allows you to browse to a specific path to update the above location. "Select" appears when you are able to select the current folder.
(A) My Status Transfer Method
(A) Use Facebook Utility
- Allows you to define which method is used to copy the registry item which holds your most recent status update. You should only need to change this if you experience problems or slow response on the tab (this is less important on v1.6 since this is not run as often).
(A) Browse to path:
- Allows you to browse to a specific path to update the above location. "Select" appears when you are able to select the current exe.
(A) Additional arguments
- If required for the selected method.
eg.
Using Mortscript
App: \Windows\mortscript.exe
Argument: \Windows\FacebookStatusScript.mscr
Using FacebookStatusUpdate.exe
App: \Windows\FacebookStatusUpdate.exe
Argument: blank
(A) MS Facebook Application
(A) Cache location
- Allows you to change where the MS facebook application caches it's data
(A) Days to clear Cache:
- Number of days before MS facebook application the cache is cleared. (Limit 1-99 days).
5 - Advanced
Enable Advanced Settings
- Allows (A) advanced settings to be seen.
Note: Any changes to any Advanced settings may cause issues with the operation of the tab if done incorrectly, so make sure you understand the purpose of these settings before you change them. They are marked as Advanced settings for a reason!
Language Setting
Note:
The language settings here are independent of your language settings for sense itself.
Use device language
- The settings page will detect the devices language and use the correct language file if present. Otherwise it will default to UK English.
Application language setting:
- You can select a different language for the settings pages here. You will need to ensure you have the correct language file within your windows folder, otherwise the selection will be rejected.
If the file is reported as invalid, then there is probably an error in the xml formatting (you can double check the file by naming it .xml and opening via internet explorer).
About
Pressing on the xdadev meltwater's fbTab graphic will take you to directly this thread, so you can get support or make a donation!
Pressing on the Sense SDK graphic will show you more information about eboelzner's excellent Sense SDK used by this application.
FAQ
When I scroll to the tab, sense freezes and it is un-usable
It seems there are two versions of the facebook engine and the older one (used by 2.5.192x and some other ROMs) the 0DE73B01_manila file is smaller (~41k) than the newer version (~47k).
If you have the older version (small file), then you must use the 192x version of the tab or the tab will be un-usable and crash sense (see the FAQ It doesn't work for Manila 192X? below).
Tab freezes on 1st update and is unstable
I've found this sometimes occurs if you have restored your contacts after flashing a ROM (so you have lots of links which need updating all at once), although it may only occur on some ROMs [however I've found the people tab has the same problem, so it related to the HTC built in functions].
Ideally:
Setup the HTC facebook link and perform the 1st update without your contacts restored.
Otherwise:
Remove the links (via the contact card in the people tab)
Perform the update (from within the People Updates tab might also help)
After update has finished, it'll probably list the contact matches it finds again (don't forget to manually link any you linked manually before)
This way the when the links are re-added info like the contact pictures etc are already downloaded (done during the link process) and the process probably uses less resources.
From that point on, it is improved.
Menu item X does not work (i.e Settings)
Make sure you run "FacebookUtil.exe" from where-ever you installed it and update the "Facebook Utility Path" as described in the manual install sections.
Launch App/Web does not work (i.e. I get a Certificate error)
Make sure you have the application installed and the link is correct. Use the advanced (A) settings within the "File Path Settings" section of the settings page.
Updates were working, but have since stopped, how to do I get them working again?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9688442&postcount=1375
(Thanks to Yusuke14 for confirming this solution)
1. Remove the registry keys located in:
HKLM\Software\HTC\HTCAccountManager\Facebook**** keys.
2. Via Settings tab on Sense, within the Data Services option, re-enter your facebook info
I can't see any updates from my friends!
You can create blank contacts with the facebook names as the contact name without a phone number or anything and it should still pick up and prompt for the links automatically.
You can even link any contact manually to a particular facebook contact via "Edit Contact" -> Facebook Link (Associate with Facebook Account) at the bottom bit of the contact editor.
Also you will need to sign into facebook via HTC first, before any contacts will be linked, it should prompt you to do this if you haven't already when you refresh (i.e. via People Page, Updates&Events page or your settings tab Data Services).
Remember though, if the person has privacy settings set high within their facebook account, you may not see updates from them (this is a limit of the HTC code).
It appears the HTC updates only go back so far in time so really old updates don't appear and it does not support non-text updates either (so url links etc are not shown).
Other User tips:
skyli91: You can link facebook to someone pretty fast if you go to Updates and Events in his/her Details page and here, the phone suggests some FB friends from the contact's name.
Agent Zach: You could link all of your contacts manually if the tab isn't giving you the option to do so.
Contacts Tab > All People > [Pick a Contact] > Edit Contact > Link
And if you want to Update the Status', etc.. the HTC way (outside of the Facebook Tab), in your contacts list, slide over to Updates & Events, click Menu, and click "Update Now".
It doesn't work for Manila 192X & some versions of sense?
There are two versions of the files which drive this tab, the tab is based on the later one. So if the tab does not work after you install it you may have the older version...
- Locate 0de73b01_manila in your windows folder.
IF the filesize is around 41Kb then you have the older 192x files and you require the patch.
IF the filesize is around 47Kb then you have the newer 2010 files and you do NOT require the patch (your problem is somewhere else).
DO NOT INSTALL THE PATCH IF YOUR FILE VERSION IS NOT CORRECT
To install the patch follow instructions in the install post#3 below.
Why is the install so complicated?
The install is complicated since the tab control file contains references to each available tab on your device. Every ROM has a different combination of tabs available and so this file is different for each ROM. If you install a copy of the Tab Control file which includes tabs which aren't on your device, manila will not work, if you install one which doesn't include all the tabs on your device, those tabs won't be available any more.
Many many people have managed to install the tab, through various ways, so there are plenty of people here who will help you out. Obviously make sure you have plenty of time available, just in case. Please keep backups of your tab control file (26948339_manila) as this will help you if you run into trouble.
Can we cook this in a ROM?
Yes, files will hopefully be provided for that within the thread (and I am happy for it to be included).
If you don't know what to do with EXT files (like me) then don't use them!
See the original poster for latest info:
b16b's [Facebook Tab v1.6 EXT]
File attached to this post too.
birkoffsjunk's Alternative:
birkoffsjunk [FacebookTab1.6.7z]
Install
Problems with sense not starting, try using SenseUtil to add/remove the tab without manually editing the tab control file.
Moved to this post (from 1st post):
meltwater HTC FbTab v1.6.cab (3.32 MB, 7583 views)
Manual Install v1.6 05Aug2010.zip [v1.6Release05Aug2010.zip (3.25 MB, 9095 views)]
Sections within this post:
Please ensure you follow the instructions from the correct section.
Dual Cab Install (using SenseUtil) Instructions:
Dual Cab Install/Un-Install using Separate Cabs [meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip]
Dual Cab Un-Install using Separate Cabs [meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip]
Dual Cab Upgrade using Separate Cabs [meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip]
FAQ: My ROM shows double tab icons when selected
Note:
The following instructions are for the other install methods, it is hoped that the Easy Cab Install should work for everyone. If that is shown to be the case then the other methods will be removed.
Captain Throwback's Cab Install Instructions:
Captain Throwback's Cab Install
Captain Throwback's Cab Un-Install
Sense 2.5.19XX Instructions:
Use v1.6 Manual 192x Patch Install Instructions below.
Manual Install/Un-install Instructions:
v1.6 Manual New Install Instructions
- Follow these instructions to manually install the tab on sense 2.5 (but not including sense version 2.5.19xx) which does not already have the facebook tab.
v1.6 Manual 192x Patch Install Instructions
- Follow these instructions to manually apply the patch to the install for 192x based systems (follow check to ensure which version you have)
v1.6 Manual Upgrade v1.5 Instructions
- Follow these instructions to manually upgrade the existing v1.5 facebook tab to the current version
v1.6 Manual Upgrade v1.0 Instructions
- Follow these instructions to manually upgrade the existing v1.0 facebook tab to the current version (again this does not include sense version 2.5.19xx).
v1.6 (& v1.5) Manual Un-install Instructions
- Follow these instructions to manually remove the facebook tab from sense.
Problems?
Manila Sense Fix - Sense is not starting after install/uninstall
Reset Manila Sense - Sense didn't regenerate correctly
Cooking issue - Exception when running facebook.exe for the 1st time
Missing menu items after upgrade
Please note:
If you are editing the tab control file (26948339_manila) or language files, it is recommended you use an editor which supports the following format:
Line Endings:Unix(LF)
Encoding:UTF-16 Little Endian
Editors such as Programmers Notepad and Notepad2 appear to work well.
Dual Cab Install (using SenseUtil) Instructions:
- Standard Cab for SenseUtil and a Cab for the Tab files (placed together in a single zip file).
Remember: Backup your device and data before attempting this mod. Post if you have any problems.
Dual Cab Install using Separate Cabs [meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip]
INSTALL:
a) Install both Cabs, in no particular order.
b) Run SenseUtil from Start Menu\SenseUtil\AddTab\SenseUtil FbTab Add to Add the FbTab to Sense.
Dual Cab Un-Install using Separate Cabs [meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip]
UNINSTALL:
a) Run SenseUtil from Start Menu\SenseUtil\RemoveTab\SenseUtil FbTab Remove to Remove the FbTab from Sense.
b) You can now uninstall the FbTab cab, and if desired, the SenseUtil cab too.
Note: As the references in sense have been removed, the files will have no effect on sense anymore.
c) The remaining registry entries can also be manually removed from HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\HTC\Manila all of which will start with "Facebook.".
Dual Cab Upgrade using Separate Cabs [meltwater_FbTabV1.6(SeperateCabs)-2.zip]
UPGRADING (note there is nothing different to v1.6):
If you already have the tab installed, then you can use either cab package, however instead of Adding the tab, you will need to "Reset Sense" - Del ManilaFull.xml either from SenseUtil or manually (stop sense, delete the file from windows and restart sense).
FAQ: My ROM shows double tab icons when selected (typically applies to NRG ROMs)
A: Delete or rename 1F04C842_manila in windows, this file is not required for your ROM. You will then need to "Reset Sense".
B]Latest version of Sense Util is available here
Captain Throwback's Cab Install Instructions:
Captain Throwback's Cab Install
Disable Sense from Today items.
Install CAB [Attached to post#1 - meltwater HTC FbTab v1.6.cab] (this will create a shortcut to "FixStartManila" in your Start Menu)
Tap "FixStartManila" to run it. It will likely seem like nothing happened.
Tap "FixStartManila" a second time. This time, you will likely see the wait cursor, which will stay for 10 seconds or so.
Re-enable Sense in Today items.
Done!
Please make sure you follow the instructions for the cab, and particularly if you uninstall (there are extra steps need afterwards compared to a normal cab).
Captain Throwback's Cab Un-Install
To Uninstall:
Disable Sense
uninstall the CAB
run "T-Back Remove Facebook Tab.cab" (Attached to this post) to restore Sense to it's original state (either that ,or you can download FixStartManila from the GPS Tab thread see Manila Sense Fix section below)
When you re-enable Sense, you should be without FB tab (note that if you've installed other tabs since flashing your ROM, they will not show up using my CAB - in that case, I recommend MoonNah's CAB).
Manual Install/Un-install Instructions:
v1.6 Manual New Install Instructions
Warnings etc
Modifying manila means various levels of messing around with the files on the device so, as with most of the mods on here, back-up often and be prepared to screw it up and hard-reset your device. All the changes explained here may or may-not work on your particular device/version of manila or perhaps it's just not going to happen today.
ONLY USE THIS METHOD IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE TAB ALREADY INSTALLED.
If you do not have the tab installed then you shall need to ensure the tab control file is updated correctly to allow sense to include it.
Download the manual install package from post #1.
Disable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items.
Delete "\\windows\manilaFull.xml" on your device (don't worry this is regenerated when manila restarts).
Extract the files from the folder "TabFiles\Windows\" to the windows directory on your device. Plus ensure you copy "Facebook_Pages.xml" to "\Windows\ManilaXml".
Update your tab control file (26948339_manila) from \Windows folder:
The files may be hidden system files (may need to enable viewing of system hidden files to find them). Keep an original copy of your 26948339_manila file (i.e copy as 26948339_manila_backup).
Scott8813's tutorial show's the steps required to edit the tab control file in more detail if you are unsure on this (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=6004802&postcount=216)
Edit your tab control file (26948339_manila) from your \windows\ directory (you can use the example in the zip file \tabcontrol\ as a guide, use a UTF-16 Compatible Editor such as Notepad2 or Programmers Notepad.
a) Insert the following text, between the other "pages" defined, replacing the X with suitable number (re-numbering the others as required to avoid duplicated numbers):
Code:
<Page Order="X" Name="facebook.page" PackageName="HTC" Title="[[Facebook]]">
<ComponentReference Name="page" Mode9Path="HTC\People\facebook.mode9" Component="SummaryAllPage" SmartComponent="true"/>
<ComponentReference Name="icon_normal" Mode9Path="HTC\Manila\Facebookicon.mode9" Component="Facebook_Off"/>
<ComponentReference Name="icon_selected" Mode9Path="HTC\Manila\Facebookicon.mode9" Component="Facebook_On"/>
<ComponentReference Name="icon_preview" Mode9Path="HTC\Manila\Facebookicon.mode9" Component="Facebook_Preview"/>
</Page>
b) Copy back completed file to your device \windows\ directory
Delete the configuration reg-key HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila\Configuration (this resets the tab list and allows the new tab to be included in the tab re-ordering page of the settings tab - the keys only re-generate when you go back to that tab re-ordering page)
Import the registry entries from appFacebook.reg file into your devices registry.
Note: You may need adjust the default path settings for the example application links etc to match the applications you have installed and their locations.
Extract the "FacebookUtil" folder to "Program Files\FacebookUtil" (I would recommend on your device rather than storage card).
Run "FacebookUtil.exe", from where you've copied it to and Update the Facebook Utility's "Stored Path to Current" within the "File Path Settings" page, and "Apply" the change.
Re-enable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items (it will take a little longer than normal to re-start the 1st time).
Enjoy. (Don't forget to authorise to allow Updating of your status).
v1.6 Manual 192x Patch Install Instructions
There are two versions of the files which drive this tab, the tab is based on the later one. So if the tab does not work after you install it you may have the older version...
Check the version of the files you have:
- Locate 0de73b01_manila in your windows folder.
IF the filesize is around 41Kb then you have the older 192x files and you require the patch.
IF the filesize is around 47Kb then you have the newer 2010 files and you do NOT require the patch (your problem is somewhere else).
DO NOT INSTALL THE PATCH IF YOUR FILE VERSION IS NOT CORRECT
Patch the install:
Install the tab as normal (see above - via cab or manually).
Download the attached zip file:
192xFbTabPatchRelease
Disable sense
Replace the 090EF4F3_manila in the windows/ folder with the one in the zip file.
Replace the Facebook_Pages.xml in windows/ManilaXml/ folder with the one in the zip file [note this file is universal so later releases will include the updated version of this file already].
Delete manilafull.xml from the windows/ folder.
Restart sense.
To un-install follow the same instructions as for v1.6 normal installation.
Note:
Not all the functions of the normal tab are available in this version (i.e. Expand/Collapse View has been removed).
v1.6 Manual Upgrade v1.5 Instructions
Warnings etc
Modifying manila means various levels of messing around with the files on the device so, as with most of the mods on here, back-up often and be prepared to screw it up and hard-reset your device. All the changes explained here may or may-not work on your particular device/version of manila or perhaps it's just not going to happen today.
ONLY USE THIS METHOD IF YOU HAVE THE TAB ALREADY RUNNING WITHOUT PROBLEMS.
With the previous facebook tab working and running properly, updating to the new version can be achieved by following these instructions:
Disable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items.
Replace the following files:
Lang Files(\windows\):
1FED11F0_manila
3abb2ec0_manila
781C9850_manila
Script Files(\windows\):
090EF4F3_manila
33A980DD_manila
FacebookUtil Application (\Program Files\FacebookUtil\):
FacebookUtil.exe
.
Update reg entry/setting for Desktop Online Link:
[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\HTC\Manila]
"Facebook.LaunchWeb2"="www.facebook.com/home.php?m2w"
Delete "\\windows\manilaFull.xml" on your device (don't worry this is regenerated when manila restarts).
Re-enable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items (it will take a little longer than normal to re-start the 1st time).
v1.6 Manual Upgrade v1.0 Instructions
Warnings etc
Modifying manila means various levels of messing around with the files on the device so, as with most of the mods on here, back-up often and be prepared to screw it up and hard-reset your device. All the changes explained here may or may-not work on your particular device/version of manila or perhaps it's just not going to happen today.
ONLY USE THIS METHOD IF YOU HAVE THE TAB ALREADY RUNNING WITHOUT PROBLEMS.
With the previous facebook tab working and running properly, updating to the new version can be achieved by following these instructions:
Download the manual install package from post #1.
Disable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items.
Extract the files from the folder "TabFiles\Windows\" to the windows directory on your device. Plus ensure you copy "Facebook_Pages.xml" to "\Windows\ManilaXml".
Delete "\\windows\manilaFull.xml" on your device (don't worry this is regenerated when manila restarts).
Extract the "FacebookUtil" folder to "Program Files\FacebookUtil" (I would recommend on your device rather than storage card).
Run "FacebookUtil.exe", from where you've copied it to and Update the Facebook Utility's "Stored Path to Current" within the "File Path Settings" page, and "Apply" the change.
Re-enable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items (it will take a little longer than normal to re-start the 1st time).
Enjoy. (Don't forget to authorise to allow Updating of your status).
v1.6 (& v1.5) Manual Un-Install Instructions
Warnings etc
Modifying manila means various levels of messing around with the files on the device so, as with most of the mods on here, back-up often and be prepared to screw it up and hard-reset your device. All the changes explained here may or may-not work on your particular device/version of manila or perhaps it's just not going to happen today.
The easiest and safest option is to simply disable the tab via Settings, Home Screen Tabs. This will stop the tab being run and will have no further impact on sense.
In order to remove all the facebook tab related stuff you will need to follow all the steps:
Disable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items.
Edit your tab control file to remove the following section of code (be sure to renumber the items). Or simply replace the tab control file (26948339_manila) with the backup you made before you installed the tab.
Code:
<Page Order="X" Name="facebook.page" PackageName="HTC" Title="[[Facebook]]">
<ComponentReference Name="page" Mode9Path="HTC\People\facebook.mode9" Component="SummaryAllPage" SmartComponent="true"/>
<ComponentReference Name="icon_normal" Mode9Path="HTC\Manila\Facebookicon.mode9" Component="Facebook_Off"/>
<ComponentReference Name="icon_selected" Mode9Path="HTC\Manila\Facebookicon.mode9" Component="Facebook_On"/>
<ComponentReference Name="icon_preview" Mode9Path="HTC\Manila\Facebookicon.mode9" Component="Facebook_Preview"/>
</Page>
Delete "\\windows\manilaFull.xml" on your device (don't worry this is regenerated when manila restarts).
Delete the configuration reg-key HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila\Configuration (this resets the tab list and allows the new tab to be included in the tab re-ordering page of the settings tab - the keys only re-generate when you go back to that tab re-ordering page)
Delete the following files from "\\windows\":
05FF1072_manila
06C09C86_manila
090EF4F3_manila
1F04C842_manila
33A980DD_manila
4F90441E_manila
51B6F88A_manila
59B632C0_manila
5D4F2200_manila
6BEE887F_manila
(Plus the language files you might have installed:
0CA4B866_manila, 0FEAB434_manila, 1FED11F0_manila, 3abb2ec0_manila, 5E0EA458_manila, 6CD727C8_manila, 0074c4d4_manila, 0431A004_manila, 781C9850_manila, 5470CE36_manila, 35452D58_manila)
Delete the following files from "\\windows\ManilaXml":
Facebook_Pages.xml
Delete the "FacebookUtil" directory from "\\Program Files\" or where-ever you installed it.
Using a registry editor, you can safely delete the following entries (although they will do no real harm if left there):
[HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\HTC\Manila]
"Facebook.LaunchAppSel"
"Facebook.LaunchAppNameXX"
"Facebook.LaunchAppXX"
"Facebook.LaunchAppArgsXX"
"Facebook.LaunchWebSel"
"Facebook.LaunchWebNameXX"
"Facebook.LaunchWebXX"
"Facebook.LaunchWebArgsXX"
"Facebook.LastUpdateTime"
"Facebook.LastUpdateDate"
"Facebook.MyStatus"
"Facebook.MyStatusExe"
"Facebook.MyStatusScript"
"Facebook.AutoUpdateInterval"
"Facebook.AccessToken"
"Facebook.AccessTokenPermission"
"Facebook.ExpandView"
"Facebook.FbApiExe"
"Facebook.FileDialogLastPath"
"Facebook.LangFile"
Note: Some "Facebook.xxxxx" entries will remain (they are also used by the people update tab, so I would recommend you keep them).
Re-enable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items (it will take a little longer than normal to re-start the 1st time).
If sense does not start, double check your tab control file (26948339_manila) edit and perform steps 1, 3, 9 again. Otherwise, refer to "Manila Sense Fix" section below.
Problems?
Unable to authorise?
Facebook has altered the authorisation slightly, so manual paste method needs a little extra care (details here - Thanks to Nullstring).
Basically, facebook has added "#_=_" at the end, which you must remove for the app to extract the required authorisation code from the rest of the url.
Manila Sense Fix - Sense is not starting after install/uninstall
If you run into problems with Sense not starting then there are three things you can do.
1. Run moonnah's B_L_Group_FixStartManila_2.5.cab from the following thread (this should fix any problems with your tab control file):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=670116
2. Delete the tab control file (26948339_manila) & "\\windows\manilaFull.xml" and restart your device. Sense will take a while to regenerate so please wait.
3. Post your tab control file (26948339_manila) on the thread and we shall correct any problems and repost it.
Reset Manila Sense - Sense didn't regenerate correctly
Disable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items.
Delete "\\windows\manilaFull.xml" on your device (don't worry this is regenerated when manila restarts).
Delete the configuration reg-key HKLM\Software\HTC\Manila\Configuration (this resets the tab list and allows the new tab to be included in the tab re-ordering page of the settings tab - the keys only re-generate when you go back to that tab re-ordering page)
Re-enable sense, via the Settings\Home\Today items (it will take a little longer than normal to re-start the 1st time).
Cooking issue - Exception when running facebook.exe for the 1st time
This can occur if the ROM includes an older version of the senseSDK dlls than the ones used by the exe (v1.39) - typically CHTE.
Ensure you only have the latest versions of the following files (provided by with the tab):
sensesdk.resources.qvga.dll
sensesdk.resources.vga.dll
stedysoft.sensesdk.dll
Missing menu items after upgrade
Right-hand menu should include the following items:
NEW - Update Status
Facebook App
Facebook Online
NEW - Expand/Collapse View
Settings
If they aren't shown up, ensure you have followed the steps which reset Sense correctly (2,4 & 7 of Manual Upgrade Instructions).
Language Files
Language Files
This release requires updated language files (mainly to support the settings pages).
Please note:
If you are editing the tab control file (26948339_manila) or language files, it is recommended you use an editor which supports the following format:
Line Endings:Unix(LF)
Encoding:UTF-16 Little Endian
Editors such as Programmers Notepad and Notepad2 appear to work well.
To create a language file you need to determine the manila name (using ManilaHash.exe (part of the Manila kitchen package), file-names are listed below):
1. Make a copy of the original base file for your language, with the correct language manila filename.
2. Look at the Facebook tab specific files and add the new entries, with translations as you wish (Make sure you use UTF-16 Compatible Editor)
Sense requires the following file format:
Line Endings:Unix(LF)
Encoding:UTF-16 Little Endian
3. Upload to this thread, and it will be added to the list.
[Note:The tab name "Facebook" is specified in the Tab Control file (26948339_manila), since it didn't appear to be set correctly via the language file, but can change it there if you wish.]
Facebook Language Files already created (v1.6 updated or available for V1.01 but now require updating):
Facebook..................PeopleUpdate.......LangCode
35452D58_manila.......7825aca6_manila en-gb (v1.6)
6CD727C8_manila.......035dc316_manila nl-nl (mike2nl v1.6)
3abb2ec0_manila.......2f75480e_manila fr-fr (romualdrichard v1.6RevB)
0CA4B866_manila.......367aeb34_manila cs-cz (jirkab v1.6)
0074C4D4_manila.......3d740322_manila it-it (etoy & Drakknar v1.6)
5470CE36_manila.......40d6f504_manila en-us (captain_throwback v1.6)
1FED11F0_manila.......441d773e_manila pt-pt (dotcompt v1.6)
781C9850_manila.......1c29959e_manila pt-br (dotcompt v1.6)
24a3de40_manila.......58a5d78e_manila es-es
0431A004_manila.......65252a52_manila de-de (BeeGee_Tokyo v1.6)
0FEAB434_manila.......6868ca82_manila el-gr (colossus_r v1.6)
44D8781A_manila.......730337e8_manila nb-no (agaPer v1.6 - Attached)
5E0EA458_manila.......7044e3a6_manila sk-sk (pa3x v1.6)
55D8F302_manila.......1367acd0_manila sv-se
1A673DD0_manila.......4e699b1e_manila pl-pl (Skrobel v1.6)
6A5D7454_manila.......66a492a2_manila hu-hu (zoliwr v1.6 draft - Attached)
7E83165A_manila.......14f76628_manila zh-tw (mudhi v1.6 - Attached)
4E2DE27C_manila.......5ddfcaca_manila ru-ru (Bumeranghc v1.6 - Attached)
Facebook Language Files still need creating:
Facebook.................PeopleUpdate LangCode
4A098364_manila.......0598e5b2_manila ro-ro
6729ABA8_manila.......5a90a336_manila es-es_tradnl
017A1F4A_manila.......2c2c2b18_manila ja-jp
46FB4326_manila.......38da25f4_manila zh-cn
79ABC8F8_manila.......3cc83046_manila tr-tr
7BAB7AC8_manila.......401ed616_manila da-dk
193074C2_manila.......57fd9e90_manila fi-fl
0F3D0AEE_manila.......6be21fbc_manila ko-kr
6D71ED18_manila.......6f505c66_manila ca-es
15EBBB0E_manila.......78d5d7dc_manila ar-sa
V1.01 Translations (many thanks)
German manila files (thanks bl4ckb1rd)
Spanish manila files (thanks Hubie)
French manila files (thanks Fredz)
Czech manila files (thanks jirkab)
Italian manila files (thanks etoy)
?Zh-Tw? manila files (thanks boa19861105)
?pt-pt? manila files (thanks dotcompt)
Norwegian manila files (thanks KaiserAndy)
Dutch manila files (thanks mike2nl)
Greek manila files (thanks colossus_r)
Language File Example (Lang.zip)
Just use the following file from your \windows\ folder:
441D773E_manila \windows\htc\people\locales\pt-pt\peopleupdate.pt-pt.xml
Then rename to:
1FED11F0_manila \windows\htc\people\locales\pt-pt\facebook.pt-pt.xml
Then add the entries (plus the extra ones for v1.6 - see attached en-gb file):
Code:
<trans-unit id="IDS_FACEBOOKTITLE">
<source>Facebook</source>
</trans-unit>
<trans-unit id="IDS_FACEBOOK_OPENAPP">
<source>Facebook App</source>
</trans-unit>
<trans-unit id="IDS_FACEBOOK_OPENWEB">
<source>Facebook Online</source>
</trans-unit>
Then copy back to your \windows\ folder (and post on this thread).
When people have performed translations, I'll post up the completed files here.
Note:
Completed language files will get included in any installs/updates where possible.
Currently included languages for v1.6:
(en-gb,en-us,nl-nl,fr-fr,de-de,pt-pt,pt-br,cs-cz,it-it,el-gr,sk-sk,sv-se)
+ no-nb & pl-pl & zh-tw & hu-hu & ru-ru
Currently included languages for v1.01:
(en-gb,en-us,de-de,pt-pt,es-es,fr-fr,cs-cz,it-it,zh-tw,no-nb)
Thanks, I will give this baby a test ride...
Second Post from me
Many Thanks man I will try tonight and share my results.
Congratulations
Works on the NRG MM MAR 20 23548(9) - followed instructions to the letter (although you haven't explained when to transfer over the modified manila tab control file!)
Will keep you posted on any issues!
Thanks
rlatarche said:
Works on the NRG MM MAR 20 23548(9) - followed instructions to the letter (although you haven't explained when to transfer over the modified manila tab control file!)
Will keep you posted on any issues!
Thanks
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Ok, zip and install post updated.
meltwater said:
This is my facebook tab, ...
To Do - if Possible
Read and understand the above information before asking for features, but this is what I still hope to do (again don't post asking for them if it's on this list!).
Directly update own status
Allow view of full status text, either bigger space, expand on selection or ticker tape
Update settings page to include things set in registry (Auto Update time etc)
Links to albums
Replacement of mortscript with an exe file (with thanks to johncmolyneux)
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This is a great idea, don't know why HTC decided to do their facebook integration the way they did and not treat Twitter the same way (using the people tab). Couldn't you hook into the data and functions of the facebook tab from HTC's interface and not require mortscript/external exe?
jneilliii said:
This is a great idea, don't know why HTC decided to do their facebook integration the way they did and not treat Twitter the same way (using the people tab). Couldn't you hook into the data and functions of the facebook tab from HTC's interface and not require mortscript/external exe?
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It's a limitation of what is in manila, you can only read from "HKCU\Software\HTC\Manila", unless you are only after a int value.
All the script does (or exe), is the following:
Code:
RegReadString("HKLM", "Software\HTC\FacebookSDK","Status",myStoredStatus)
RegWriteString("HKCU","Software\HTC\Manila","Facebook.MyStatus",myStoredStatus)
Not all the facebook function is within the manila files, some appears to be within ContactEditor.exe which only takes two different arguments from the scripts to get to new/specific Contact Detail Pages, then its internal to the ContactEditor.exe from there (that appears to also include "Update My Status"! ).
Not saying it can't be done, but it's a simple workaround to release it today.
Hmmmm for some reason, I cannot make this to work with my manila2.5_20121324 version...still playing with this...so we will see..thanks for your effort.
Got it installed all ok, but when I go onto the tab it crashes and freezes sense, have to restrat to get control back, but if i go onto the tab again, does the same.
ai6908 said:
Hmmmm for some reason, I cannot make this to work with my manila2.5_20121324 version...still playing with this...so we will see..thanks for your effort.
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Ok, let me know what happens, I'm only 2.5.2012.1224, don't know what changes are in the people tab since then.
MalekoUK said:
Got it installed all ok, but when I go onto the tab it crashes and freezes sense, have to restrat to get control back, but if i go onto the tab again, does the same.
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Ok will try to remember if/why it occurred for me during development, 1st thought is error in your tab control file. Perhaps post your ManilaFull.xml file after sense has loaded/generated it.
What version of sense are you running?
EDIT:Are reg settings imported?
meltwater said:
Ok will try to remember if/why it occurred for me during development, 1st thought is error in your tab control file. Perhaps post your ManilaFull.xml file after sense has loaded/generated it.
What version of sense are you running?
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manila 2.5.1920
Working with "Manila 2.5 20121225.0_VGA_Amarullz
I have just started to play now. I will post more picture for other users within one hour, for sharing
But somehow, I can not able to see any items at the tab, just like you have at first picture. "Update now" Button seems to be not working properly.
Many Many Thanks Again
mkucuksari said:
Working with "Manila 2.5 20121225.0_VGA_Amarullz
I have just started to play now. I will post more picture for other users within one hour, for sharing
But somehow, I can not able to see any items at the tab, just like you have at first picture. "Update now" Button seems to be not working properly.
Many Many Thanks Again
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Have you got any people linked? You've got lots of status icons, I think the hand one is to link people.
Have a look in your people tab -> updates & events tab at the end (this is the source page!), if you don't have people in there you won't anywhere.
The "update now" button is just moved, from menu in the source page, so check it there.
EDIT: Thanks for the screen, appears to be ok for VGA devices too!
Working perfect!
Thanks for your effort mate
Gonna start again later on, start from fresh and see what happens.
MalekoUK said:
Gonna start again later on, start from fresh and see what happens.
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No worries, should be ok if you disable the tab via settings for now.
Hi
First, i am spanish and my english is not very good hahahaha
I try to cook my Wm 6.5 ROM for Mega (Touch 2) following this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=691789
But i had some problems or dificults:
- I want to add radio 3.54.25.25 (But extesion es .nbh and osKitchen only admited .nb extension)
- I add some cabs but some give me errors :
Cab Nodata --> Appear in menu >> programs but don't find nodata.exe
Cab FIM,the same that nodata
Cab to hide SIM contacts give me a popup error when my touch is start (After i introduce my pin code)
- I like to custom my icons, distribution of carperts/icons of menu >> programs (For example create carpets: internet, tools, games,etc). Custom icons of touchflo appear in start screen (Weather, Today, Mail, Conctacts, etc)
Thanks!
You should post in the tutorial, no need to opened a new thread. Chef Central is a good resource.
On that note, thread closed
The material provided in the unofficial theme. In the case of a failed flash unit, and the topic of the site is not liable! All actions are at your own risk.
I present you the firmware WM 6.5.Standard Build 23 017
Just a flashing 3 languages (0407 (German), 0409 (English), 0419 (Russian)), the default English. And 3 input language.
Screen theme (Sliding Panel & Sliding Panel Media) converted from Rose Sliding Panel's, which made it possible to use HTC Weather.
After the firmware necessary to reboot the device!
Programs: Celetask, CHome configurator, Clock on Top, WM5torage, Registry edit.
Links:
http://www.mediafire.com/?hnd324uanwwz0id
https://rapidshare.com/files/3185754262/6.5.BIN
Calls, SMS sending, SMS takes, SMS as chat, Bluetooth works, in general, everything seems to be working pretty well!
Thanks to all who helped in creating this firmware!
downloading - will give you feedback asap
I have checked on the package and here are the comments:
The backlight/display driver is not acting according to the settings in the control panel. The display does not get off. The light gets off - but not the LCD. You can see that when you put the display in bright light. When making my kitchen for WM6 I have tried out several different drivers all having one or the other problem and finally decided for the one present there. Please re-check your choice in the light of above problem which creates a big battery drain unfortunately.
The German language is only fractional available. I think that the packages are missing some .provxml files or that these are not read correctly. You can cross-check needed actions for multi-language in my beginners guide for cooking. Especially tracking down the correct execution of .provxml is tricky. There are some threads at XDA dealing with this. I found finally that using the rapiconfig tool on the connected PC sending the files for execution is giving a fast and reliable method for debugging. Search for "provxml" and "rapiconfig".
For my kitchen I had added at the end of each .provxml a registry entry to write to HKLM\Platform with the name of the .provxml as an entry. This way you can check if the file was executed in the first place and then further investigate which was not.
Finally I have seen that the WM65 allows to have skinned menus which complement the sliding panels appearance. Would be good to see that in the WM6.5 ROM as well.
Good luck with your further cooking!
Oh one last thing: You should change your topic title to include "WM 6.5". Not all know that WINCE 5.2.23017 is one internal version of the WM6.5. I think that WM6.x translates to WINCE 5.2.y before that was WM5 with WINCE 5.1.z.
tobbbie thanks for the posts!In other rom, i want to do all languages good!
Upd.04.09.11
Hmmm... I don't know what with backlight driver!!!I i don't change him!
Nex update will be only with 2 languages (en-ger and eng-rus) because, i don't know how edit mxip_lang.vol!!!
Have you done anything lately to the ROMs? I finished my Typhoon and Tornado porting to OS Builder, so Hurricane is on the list now to have these old candy-bar phones complete on OSB.
When dumping the ROM with OSB, I noticed that you had used the "merge packages" option when assembling it. This makes it harder to get started, though not impossible as I have the XIP to build my own 6.5 (which I used from the Captain for the Tornado).
Where did you get the base from?
Which kitchen tools have you used?
Hi tobbbie!
Ok, i send you archive later.
but there is a problem, display driver(backlight) don't work correctly(i trying 5 or 6 backlight.dll) and if driver saving power correctly, when you receive incoming call, display don't turn on =(
I think best choose for hurricane is 6.1 =)
It is strange with the backlight. Usually the OEM parts are those that do NOT change in the porting process and so their behavior should also not when the SYS changes.
Problem with the Hurricane is that many OEM modules do not have a relocation section and so can not be properly relocated by some tools. In the batch kitchen I used, the wmreloc.exe could magically do the job nevertheless, probably by making clever general assumptions on the structure of the modules.
When porting Aleut's WM65 for Typhoon to OS Builder I have identified the modules without relocation section (wmreloc writes a special file to the modules folder for those) and "nailed" them to their current location by adding them to the OSB list of "do not relocate" modules.
To be sure that you start with a working set of modules, it is mandatory to start with a dump of such a working device and not a fresh directory setup - where you would rely on the relocation to properly work for ALL modules.
For Typhoon there were just 5 modules without relocation section because there existed a leaked WM5 "dogfood build" for that device. This had all modules including their relocation section. So just the non-Typhoon (Feeler and Amadeus) specific things (keyboard I remember) needed that special treatment.
For the Hurricane I had counted many more such modules and I am not sure if I will ever get a running OSB setup for this. Last time I tried I could not even get my working WM6 setup rebuilt, so this project may find an early ending.
Good news: I got my WM6 build running and re-built with OS Builder. Took some time to discover that the empty boot.rgu from OEMXipKernel package has left out the Launch20=service.exe from the resulting registry, which made the boot stop at that point.
So nailing the OEMDrivers does work here as well - there is hope for more to come here as well
Tobbbie, it's fantastic!!!
I use your kitchen to create imgfs.bin, then i use imgfs.bin with program nbwork to create os.nb(with uldr.bin xip.bin imgfs.bin) and then use you program xipbin =)
To port wm standard roms, i also tryed 28004, and once it's work, but there is no different =)
P.S. links add some minutes later, now uploading to mediafire.
Thanks for your work!
link: http://www.mediafire.com/?qu1x574f8u437g0,lb4ha9rm53n9gpu
And i also rying to poted wm pprofessional on hurricane,it start, but work with some lags, and need to rewrite some oem drivers =)
Why do you need extra tools outside my Hurricane kitchen set? If you put the WM6.5 XIP and Partition framework in the Source folder with the right names then the batch should deliver a ready-made .bin at the and as well.
The easiest way to get back to the one-step batch would be to pick one of your two-step created .nb files, rename it to 82040000-OS.nb and put it to the SOURCE folder.
Batch processing will cut out the pieces and supply the compression for imgfs later - no more two-step.
Last step of the kitchen is basically to joint the new created imgfs with the already ported XIP and ULDR (if present) to a new .nb and then put it to transfer format of the BIN file - transparent blocks with some kB size (not sure if it is64k) and a checksum so that transfer errors can be detected.
Anyway the important part is the creation of the imgfs and especially the correct relocation of modules, something special with the Hurricane and its many modules without reloc section.
You up'ed 2 files, one named "part1.." is there a part 2 also or is this the create_wm6_5?
I guess I will just use the SYS I have for WM61 (from Rose) and WM65 (from Captain) in my Tornado OS Builder kitchen for porting inside OS Builder. This is easier than porting from Batch to OS Builder.
I see no advantage of WM65 over WM61, but all done for the WM61 can be transferred 100% to WM65, so no big deal here. The added functions on WM65 are not worth it:
some memory and CPU hogging browser ad-on
and "widgets" you cannot use on smartphone anyway
and a 1MB bigger SYS with otherwise identical packages
make not up for the option to be able to skin your menus, they just get bigger and making that finger friendly on smartphone is a joke
Sliding panels are in WM61 already (for those who like it) but I have my private homescreen that does all I want on one page and it includes ToDos which the Sliding panels does not.
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sniper304 said:
And i also rying to poted wm pprofessional on hurricane,it start, but work with some lags, and need to rewrite some oem drivers =)
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Why professional - you have touchscreen on Hurricane? Just the 96DPI is nice for more screen estate (smaller top/bottom bars) - but I don't care, really.
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BTW: WM6 Kitchen runs full gear and all options - time to port to WM61 and WM65
in part 1 your kitchen with sys 6.5
in create 6.5 nbwork and rom files(uldr.bin xip bin)
I don't like imgfstonb tool =)
Some times i get bad roms, with bugs, but when i used nbwork, all roms work good.
tobbbie said:
I see no advantage of WM65 over WM61, but all done for the WM61 can be transferred 100% to WM65, so no big deal here. The added functions on WM65 are not worth it:
some memory and CPU hogging browser ad-on
and "widgets" you cannot use on smartphone anyway
and a 1MB bigger SYS with otherwise identical packages
make not up for the option to be able to skin your menus, they just get bigger and making that finger friendly on smartphone is a joke
Sliding panels are in WM61 already (for those who like it) but I have my private homescreen that does all I want on one page and it includes ToDos which the Sliding panels does not.
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I found one advantage WM65 over WM61 that maybe useful for some: WMPlayer shows embedded Album Art in WM65 while it does not in WM61. This includes the art display in the sliding panels Media Panel. I use Conduits PocketPlayer for years so never cared about this.
All OS Builder kitchen run well now (6.0, 6.1-Rose and 6.5-Captain). XIP porting was a little inconsistent across these versions but all startup and reboot without flaws.
Still have to cleanup the package sort order - at least in WM6.5 - and see if A2DP would work well (though it is a CPU hog and I would never recommend it).
Release may happen next weekend -> watch out for a dedicated thread then.
Best with the Hurricane cooking is that you will not have to care about ROM size and balancing with storage space on the device in 1 MB steps like on the Tornado - or be limited to fix size like on the Typhoon. The "l" (load) commend will trigger in the SPL a ROM-size matched formatting of the BINFS (in 64k steps, I guess).
Also "good" is that the device still has a RIL v1, so the Radio ROM is smaller (and less capable) then the Tornado Radio. You will hardly note the difference, however will NITZ (Time setting via GSM Network) not work with this RIL.
Even with 8MB Paging Pool (my default) you have free RAM of ~32MB (Sliding Panels Homescreen) or ~34MB with standard Homescreen. You could make the PP even 10-12 MB here and have the device even more "snappy" with several applications in parallel.
tobbbie Thanks for the good work!
I want also clean rom from FWUpdate, because in our phone it's not used, i some time make experiments with some files and when deleted one(i don't remember what file =((( )and it will free about 3 Mb Ram(on startup 35-36MB with sliding panels with weather =)), but i sometimes think, it's unbeliveble, because when i deleted that file, some system pictures don't work(etc. system notification) =(
I think the need to rewrite some system files in order to achieve this = (
No wild deletions, please. FWupdate is removed in the OSB kitchen and only one stub is left in WM6.1+ because otherwise the ROM does not work. Also some other packages are made optional (e.g. SQL mobile) - it so easy making something selectable with OSB (drag + drop), really fun to play with.
The OSB framework has sophisticated tools to analyse the dependencies, so a lot of insight to gain there. If you are curious, download my Tornado OSB Kitchen and do some dry-cooking, the Hurricane will be 98% the same. Also visit the main OSB kitchen thread to get the basic documentation.