So I had originally put the leaked non-rooted GB update on my X2 with no issues. I had been running that for a few days when I decided to replace it with the p3 pre-rooted version. I did an SBF back to Froyo without issue, did the Gingerbreak, etc. The pre-rooted version went on fine with no errors, but then when it came up, the digitizer was unresponsive.
I did several factory resets, SBF back to Froyo again (several times), but the digitizer is still unresponsive....I now can't get past the setup screen. I also noticed that the emergency dial button has a blue highlight around it, and when I press the power button, the "Power Off" item in the menu has a blue highlight around it....almost like if I had a trackball or arrow keys, I could move the highlight....I wonder if it knows the digitizer is not functioning?
Has anyone else seen this? I see one thread on the Motorola site where two people have the same issue after updating the GB (presumable the OTA version since they are posting on that site), but no helpful responses.
My phone is only 3 weks old, so I am tempted to just SBF and try to get a replacement out of Verizon, but thought I would check here first in case I can fix it....or figure out what went wrong so it doesn't happen again.
i'm 1 of the people thats having the SAME EXACT problem as your having............ive sbf'ed like 100 times (no joke) and factory reset about as much............i'm just goin to take it back and hope i can get a replacement..............
I called Verizon and I was on my exact "30 day" since I bought it, so they are shipping me out a new one overnight. I have insurance, so I could have gone through them I suppose if it was after 30 days, but at least I'm getting a brand new one. Now I just have to decide if I'm willing to try it again.
So if more than one person has this issue, I'm guessing it is NOT a hardware problem. However, it is odd to me that doing the SBF doesn't fix it. I wonder what could be happening, maybe someone with more knowledge about this will be able to shed some light.
Unless we figure out what happened and how to potentially fix it, this seems pretty close to a bricked phone. I wonder it is something in the GB update in general, or something going wrong in the manual update!?!?!
Don't these phones have some type of manufactures warranty?
Edit: The phones carry a one year warranty wether or not you purchase insurance. If the hardware fails, as it has in your cases, they will replace it for free.
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I did get it replaced, I am more interested in why a handful of us had this happen upon GB updating. Seems odd.
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I did get it replaced, I am more interested in why a handful of us had this happen upon GB updating. Seems odd.
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Not All Android Phones Are Built The Same.
I noticed you didn't say you factory reset after you sbf to 2.2.2 in your original post. I don't claim to know for sure but some people are not following this direction, and it MAY be one of the problems. It is recommended that all directions are followed exactly for a successful update. The only way to tell if there is a problem with the method is if everyone follows it to the letter.
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Thanks, yes I did factory reset after the SBF. Oh well, this doesn't seem to be widespread and I got a brand new X2 out of it.
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For the most part I have read that the replacement phones are not harware locked. The few that come back that are hareware locked are the exception to the norm. Is this true from those of you who have gotten a replacement phone?
I'm curious about this as well since I have one on the way...any ideas?
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I soft-bricked my phone that was hardware locked and had to order a replacement. My new one is not hardware locked.
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I soft-bricked my phone that was hardware locked and had to order a replacement. My new one is not hardware locked.
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can you tell if it's a new or refurbished one?
No. Do you know how I could tell?
Hey there! First post and maybe I get to help someone?
I haven't replaced my phone yet, but it started out unlocked and ended up hardware locked after rooting using the OCLF V2+ and then un-rooting by reversing the procedure (was in a panic regarding the OTA update).
Not sure if that's an "unintended feature" or just something boneheaded I did, but I don't think it had anything to do with the JI6 update as I haven't seen any notifications yet - seem to still be JFD.
I found out I was hardware locked when I tried to re-root again later in hopes of making a backup should catastrophe strike OTA. Resumed panic mode until I found this thread: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=802763&page=2
The files posted by untermensch there reportedly resolve a hardware lock.
I was trying figuring out how to actually use these files in the stickies when I stumbled across this alternate method of rooting, and opted to try it out first. Easy-peasy: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=786877
So now I'm rooted and was able to perform a nandroid backup , though I checked and I'm still hardware-locked... I reckon if the day comes I want to fix that for some other purpose I'll sleep easy knowing that method linked above is there to fall back on.
[EDIT]: apologies for the formatting above... evidently I'm not permitted to post links to within the forums yet
in case you're wondering, there IS a fix for hardware lock in the dev section.
Heres the thread:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=804305
I just swapped my sim and sd to my replacement phone. It is definitely not hardware locked.
The only thing different I've noticed is the sticker underneath the battery cover looks different than the one on my original vibrant. It looks sort of generic. I remember the original having a samsung graphic on it, where as this looks very plain, with just a minimal amount of text on it.
It did get the ota software update minutes after I swapped over. Runs decent.
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I just swapped my sim and sd to my replacement phone. It is definitely not hardware locked.
The only thing different I've noticed is the sticker underneath the battery cover looks different than the one on my original vibrant. It looks sort of generic. I remember the original having a samsung graphic on it, where as this looks very plain, with just a minimal amount of text on it.
It did get the ota software update minutes after I swapped over. Runs decent.
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cool good to know I have read some ppl have had problems running the hardware fix. It would be nice to have a excape plan lol. Is there any way to tell if that one was refurbished I only ask because you brought up the sticker issue. Either way it is a lot better than my bricked phone
Can somebody tell me what happened to my motorola atrix?It just suddenly turned white screen...i only got it for at least 2 weeks...it's like the lcd has been damaged but i haven't dropped it not even once...
have u rebooted it?
Can you post a pic of what it looks like?
I already have rebooted it...I did the restore factory setting and even did the hard reset..nothing works...
That looks software based since it seems to follow whatever is on the screen, rather than physical damage which would stay in one place. Have you considered flashing the phone back to stock?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=991072&highlight=sbf+flash
which one do i download?the 1.2.6 or 1.5.2? or is it both?
By the way my phone was pre-rooted when i bought it..may i ask how would i know what drivers should i use?32bit or 64 bit?thanks
Use 32 bit if you have a 32 bit computer, or 64 for 64. And flash 1.2.6 with rsd life, ota to 1.5.7, then ota to 1.8.3
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Im sorry but im new to this...what is ota?what do you mean ota to 1.5.7 to ota 1.8.3
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Im sorry but im new to this...what is ota?what do you mean ota to 1.5.7 to ota 1.8.3
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OTA is over-the-air (no computer required). What I suggest is a fresh data factory wipe along with flashing of 1.8.3 SBF (or if you want 1.5.7 to OTA). Whatever suits your fancy.
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Im sorry but im new to this...what is ota?what do you mean ota to 1.5.7 to ota 1.8.3
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Follow the directions in my previous post to flash your phone back to completely stock software. Once that is done, go to Settings -> About Phone (bottom of the list) -> System Updates. You must be on wifi to download the updates. First, it will download an update to 1.57 (I don't think it goes straight to 1.83). Download and install that update following the prompts. Once that is done, do it again to get the 1.83 update. Now you have a fully up-to-date, and hopefully functioning screen, Motorola Atrix.
Since you are flashing back to stock, I recommend using gladroot to obtain root on the phone. This will avoid the formatting of your internal and external storage that gingerbreak rooting method would require. Gladroot files and instructions here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1016060
Basically these are your steps:
Flash 1.26 SBF
Run gladroot.bat
OTA update to 1.57
run afterupdate.bat
OTA update to 1.83
run afterupdate.bat again
The batch files I referenced are in the gladroot download.
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That looks software based since it seems to follow whatever is on the screen, rather than physical damage which would stay in one place.
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Physical damage would not necessarily appear in the same place all the time. It looks to me like the problem appears when a sufficient number of pixels in one column/row are white, and the white is then streaking into other pixels that shouldn't be white. Could indicate a problem with the display circuitry properly handling the voltages. I'd be surprised if this is not a hardware problem. I guess we'll find out after the OP reflashes the ROM.
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Physical damage would not necessarily appear in the same place all the time. It looks to me like the problem appears when a sufficient number of pixels in one column/row are white, and the white is then streaking into other pixels that shouldn't be white. Could indicate a problem with the display circuitry properly handling the voltages. I'd be surprised if this is not a hardware problem. I guess we'll find out after the OP reflashes the ROM.
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Quite true. I was thinking of an impacted screen and not so much of design/production issues. I'm curious to see the outcome now too.
It didn't work...is there any other way?by the way my phone became unrooted after the process
by the way not all of it is white...during the opening of the phone where the logo of motorola comes up the line is colored purple and the icon of contacts when somebody is calling the line is also purple..
It sounds defective. Did you say you bought it rooted? Somebody might have dumped off a bum phone on you.
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I dont think there's something wrong when i bought it...It's still fine for 2 weeks..is there any other way?can overcharging did it?there's time that i charge it overnight..
Two things:
I have replaced 4 screens on my girlfriend's Motorola a1200 and 3 years later is still working. Screens go bad AND the internal cable can loosen over time and cause your problem. eBay usually has new screens for under $20.00 and you can Google for instructions on how to do it. It's actually fairly simple and you probably just need to re-seat your current screen cable. I seriously doubt it's anything other than a loose cable or worn out screen.
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Can't be worn out screen...i just got it for at least 2 weeks..by the way whenever i browse my phone not all have this white screen like when i access the messaging page
I guess i'll just have to stick with it for a while...btw i found a useful apps that help me on my phone..it's called screen filter..while its activated the white screen can't be seen that clear and i read that it help conserve battery so it's like hitting 2 birds with one stone..anyway thanks for the help guys.
Hey guys, it's deedscreen. The creator of the MoPho XDA Fan Group, facebook, Twitter, and Google+ page, and you may also know me as the one with the problems with the Photon who constantly nags, and rants with issues.
I just want to know if anyone has these issues too.
I have to deal with the phone being slow, constantly freezing, and the sleep of death, even after the latest update.
For the longest, I couldn't update the Photon, I found a thread on how to fix it by 'SBFing. So, I SBF'd it, it worked fine, updated to the latest software.
It was working fine, now I am back to the same issues, plus I cannot install any applications, nor update any applications. It will just say "INSTALLING" for literally hours, and never installs.
I have had the worst luck with this phone, I am going to 'SBF it back to stock, because a factory reset will not get rid of the battery icon modification.
I'm gonna return it to Sprint for a new one. I HAVE HAD IT WITH THIS PHONE!!! Why is it only me with this bad luck? It feels like no one else has these issues on the forums, I am always the one posting with these problems, myself alone! This phone is bad luck for me. I love it, when it works.
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PLEASE NOTE:
If you have a problem with this thread, keep your trap shut. I will have this thread closed if anyone insults me again, like the last time I had major issues. I am just experiencing bad luck. I need to know if anyone has similar issues. Sorry if I offended anyone.
Are you having similar issues?
Have u tried a completely stick photon...not modded and none of ur market Apps installed? ?
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I'm gonna return it to Sprint for a new one. I HAVE HAD IT WITH THIS PHONE!!! Why is it only me with this bad luck? It feels like no one else has these issues on the forums, I am always the one posting with these problems, myself alone! This phone is bad luck for me. I love it, when it works.
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Dude, you are definitely NOT alone. I love this phone too when it is working properly. These are my two main issue:
Random Reboots
Keyboard locks up - When this happens, the phone will not dial out. (Reboot required)
* This is my 2nd MoPho and I had the same issues with my first one. *
Factory defects with hardware do happen. Replace if you can.
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The reason why I am not quoting you guys, is because misleads users to think that I already have enough replies, so here we go.
@lucidvtec - I have tried stock options, that doesn't work always, not having any applications from the market installed is like asking me to jump off a bridge.
@sjamie - I do get random reboots ocassionally, but my keyboard, (no matter which one I use), constantly locks up. I get the "Sleep of Death" all of the time, and Constant Freezing. Please vote at the page here, on the forums to poll your results for issues with the Motorola Photon 4G MB855.
@Rapidlayout - You are correct.
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@lucidvtec, @sjamie, @ Rapidlayout: I am on my fifth Photon.
Mine was the same. Bricked it a few weeks ago and got this new one. Its perfect. There must be a bad batch of them, get it replaced bc no software is gonna fix it.
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I just completed a MSL reset, a full wipe, and flashed the latest 198_7 sbf. Let's see if this resolves my rebooting and keyboard problems. If not, I'll try out one of joker's roms. If that still doesn't work, I'll go in for Photon #3.
@deedscreen: I'm sorry to hear you are on your 5th Photon. That is not encouraging to me.
DWake014 said:
Mine was the same. Bricked it a few weeks ago and got this new one. Its perfect. There must be a bad batch of them, get it replaced bc no software is gonna fix it.
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All of the same issues as myself? Now when you replaced it, did you have a problem upgrading to the latest software with the replacement?
sjamie said:
I just completed a MSL reset, a full wipe, and flashed the latest 198_7 sbf. Let's see if this resolves my rebooting and keyboard problems. If not, I'll try out one of joker's roms. If that still doesn't work, I'll go in for Photon #3.
@deedscreen: I'm sorry to hear you are on your 5th Photon. That is not encouraging to me.
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Just to let you know ahead of time, the Full Wipe, MSL Reset, and latest 198_7 sbf, will appear to work, it will work perfectly fine for about a month and a half, like mine, and you will have the same issues all over again.
Just to let you know.
I'm about to go to the Sprint Customer Advantage Repair Center Store, for my 6th Motorola Photon 4G device. Motorola has supposedly fixed the problem. WE SHALL SEE.
I just have to do an SBF before I go to the Store. I did a battery modification and I want it reset to stock values.
Sorry to hear. It sucks to hear of others having such problems with the Photon. Myself and others have been lucky to just have the "normal" issues all smartphones have in common.
If I was in your shoes, each time I got a new phone it would be run stock for at least a week or two with no apps whatsoever installed (I know, I know...what is the point right?) just to see if the issues exist straight out of the box.
I hate to say it but I would have probably swapped the phone a few times and then moved to something else. At some point it just isn't worth it anymore.
Wonder if it is some type of voltage issue. Have you talked to Motorola about it and if so, what has been said?
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Just to let you know ahead of time, the Full Wipe, MSL Reset, and latest 198_7 sbf, will appear to work, it will work perfectly fine for about a month and a half, like mine, and you will have the same issues all over again.
Just to let you know.
I'm about to go to the Sprint Customer Advantage Repair Center Store, for my 6th Motorola Photon 4G device. Motorola has supposedly fixed the problem. WE SHALL SEE.
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Okay... that's really not encouraging!
However, I've never gone a full month with no problems so at least that would be progress for me!
Please let us know what happens with your 6th phone. Fortunately, I've never had a problem flashing SBFs. It will be interesting to see if you have that problem with your 6th phone.
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Sorry to hear. It sucks to hear of others having such problems with the Photon. Myself and others have been lucky to just have the "normal" issues all smartphones have in common.
If I was in your shoes, each time I got a new phone it would be run stock for at least a week or two with no apps whatsoever installed (I know, I know...what is the point right?) just to see if the issues exist straight out of the box.
I hate to say it but I would have probably swapped the phone a few times and then moved to something else. At some point it just isn't worth it anymore.
Wonder if it is some type of voltage issue. Have you talked to Motorola about it and if so, what has been said?
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I am devoted to the Photon, I love it's features, style, (MAINLY, I've puchased a bunch of accessories, and Sprint said that I can only get the HTC EVO Design 4G, or the Optimus, they are supposed to allow me to get a phone that is of equivalent specifications which is the Epic Touch SII Galaxy, which Sprint refused to give me.
Motorola says "We have never heard of anything like this, what are you talking about? This cannot be true!"
Those reps are quite frankly put, "stupid" in regards to the Photon and its technical difficulties. (Sorry if I offended any reps on the site.)
Sprint is trying to do the old "bait and switch on me"
I am willing to pay up to $100 price in differance, but I have put too much effort in the Photon and the Photon Forums here at XDA. After all, I am the creator of the Photon Fan Club Group here at XDA, (if you are not a member, look at my signature and join below.), I have created the Twitter, Google+ and facebook pages for this phone.
You know what I'm saying?
(By the way, I just SBF'd my phone without taking my microSD card out, and the SIM card, and I wanted to move all of my data before I sbf'd it. darn it. hope my sd card didn't get erased, I will be mad with myself if I did.)
well I just bought my photon 20 days ago from a guy on craigslist and yes it was brand new, never activated everything sealed for 250.
And so far the only thing I wasn't able to do was the update which a lot of people couldn't get their phones to update but I used the 198_7 SBF and that was it.
So far I only had 2 reboots (and that was when I was messing around with root explorer replacing some apks in the system folder)
But besides that I haven't had any problems that aren't normal on any android phone.
I read a few posts in other forums about bad batteries causing some of the problems we are facing. Therefore, I called Motorola and they are sending me a new battery for FREE! I pray this fixes everything. (fingers crossed)
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I read a few posts in other forums about bad batteries causing some of the problems we are facing. Therefore, I called Motorola and they are sending me a new battery for FREE! I pray this fixes everything. (fingers crossed)
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Read the same thing. Motorola sent me a brand new battery, for free, but that did not fix the problem for me.
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All of the same issues as myself? Now when you replaced it, did you have a problem upgrading to the latest software with the replacement?
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New one came with 198_6 so I had no reason to update
Edit: yes mine was plagued with all the same issues
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deedscreen said:
Read the same thing. Motorola sent me a brand new battery, for free, but that did not fix the problem for me.
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Damn, man! You are shattering all of my dreams today! jk
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Damn, man! You are shattering all of my dreams today! jk
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I understand that I am literally shattering your dreams, (no need for saying joking).
It is actually true.
I am sorry about that.
EDIT: On the bright side you will have an extra battery! See now I made one dream come true at no charge to you. (LOL! Hey, that rhymed.) Hehe
Well, since 198_7 isn't official, isn't flashing that SBF actually taking you away from a stock experience?
Never had one random reboot. Maybe some apps or a not 100% working root you guy's applied to the phone? Mine is flawless.
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In an attempt to start with the whole 2 phone replacement process to try and score a different phone, I went into Verizon today to complain to them about our phones many issues (music skips, battery issues, random freezes etc.) After that whole deal they said an update for our phones is noe available and is being currently pushed to all DX2 users, that being the case the Verizon rep said to wait until the update and then come back if the issues persist at which point I said under my breath "oh they will" lol so I guess I'm waiting a couple more days until we get the 2.3.5 update. Just figured I would give all of the annoyed DX2 owners an update on what's going on! As always thanks to everyone on these forums for keeping us sane with this phone. Also, does anyone have 2.3.5 on a stock DX2 yet? Has it fixed any issues?
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Should really go through one of the topics about getting a new phone and grab that number someone posted I used to get them to let me early upgrade. Btw I doubt it fixed the problems. I actually would bet it did not.
Hmm I'll have to try that! the only reason I'm trying to get a new phone right now is because my 3G signal has recently gone south whether im on stock or CM7. Ill have to browse the forums to find that number, Thanks!
Hold on..I'll get it for you..
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866-221-4096..I want trying to get another, but rather complained about the replacement they sent me (the search key was stuck) but interesting enough the phone was on 2.3.5, anyhow the dude was actually cool, asked I wanted a droid 3, our htc since.went with the htc cause im through with motto..good luck
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didn't show up in the text but got a dinc2
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So here's my story, I am not entirely new to rooting as I have successfully rooted my Motorola Droid, My Droid X2, My Acer Iconia a500 (twice), My aunts Lg something, and my mothers Kindle Fire.
So a few days ago my Droid X2 started acting up, and would go hours on end sometimes without working.
I was very happy to find out that Verizon would replace it with no hassle as it was less than a year old. I got the replacement yesterday and it's working great... that is until I found out it came stock with 2.3.5 right out of the box.
Now I have always trusted XDA forums and have used them for a long time (although I finally just registered today to ask this)
The only root method I can find is to downgrade to 2.3.4 and then root, then install voodoo root protector, then upgrade.
Now I saw a few things about possibilities of bricking your phone when trying to read those tutorials (I have never had to downgrade before) and I was a bit concerned.
I was mainly wondering, I don't care about loosing data on the phone. I have a backup sd card I can use if I need to format that, and like I said, the phone is new and actually doesnt have a single app I have installed on it yet.
Is there any easy way to go back down to 2.3.4 for my situation? I just got the free phone and don't want to brick it a day later you know?
From what I gather, you can SBF back down to 2.3.4 with no problem. There may be a certain way you have to do it though. I have never been on stock 2.3.5 so I cant tell you from experience. But Everyone says it's possible.
That's my question in a nutshell
Yeah, I read a tutorial about how to do it using RSDlite, which I downloaded to my comp.
Now what I'm cautious about is white file to use. One of the tutorials had one, now while I know a tiny bit about rooting I know NOTHING about flashing it back, I wasn't sure if there was a way that this could screw up my phone, as it seems everything tested is with a phone that had already been rooted, or if there is anything phone specific in that file, or even if it actually is an OTA original (I'd rather not mess around with anything customized right now)
Whatever is the easiest method for getting be back down, I know how to take it from there as I've done it before.
Thanks for the response though!
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Yeah, I read a tutorial about how to do it using RSDlite, which I downloaded to my comp.
Now what I'm cautious about is white file to use. One of the tutorials had one, now while I know a tiny bit about rooting I know NOTHING about flashing it back, I wasn't sure if there was a way that this could screw up my phone, as it seems everything tested is with a phone that had already been rooted, or if there is anything phone specific in that file, or even if it actually is an OTA original (I'd rather not mess around with anything customized right now)
Whatever is the easiest method for getting be back down, I know how to take it from there as I've done it before.
Thanks for the response though!
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So you have never used an SBF file? If you would have used it on your broken Droid X2 when it wasnt acting right, it might have fixed your phone. An SBF file simply wipes everything of your phone (excluding your SD card) and flashes brand new software on it. The SBF files are provided by Motorola so its not like you are using something made by a dev and can break your phone easily. You should be able to use RSD lite to flash the 2.3.4 SBF file and you should be fine. But then again, I have never SBF'd from 2.3.5 to 2.3.4 personally so I would feel bad saying go ahead with no worries and something bad happen. So wait for someone else to respond first.
Thanks!
Thanks for that info!
Also, I doubt that would have fixed my old phone, it seems pretty much like a hardware issue. The screen will display static for hours on end (think like an old tv if you didnt have cable plugged in) I think it's a loose connection somewhere or something. I didn't bother to really troubleshoot it myself though because I was like "lets see if Verizon will give me a new one" and they did, and because they didnt have any "replacements" i got a brand new one, with a brand new battery, so I wasn't going to argue the fact
Anyway, if the file is from Motorola where can I get it? I saw on a verizon forum that they were not allowed to post it there (or is it "from motorola" in the sense it was leaked?)
Thanks for all your help so far, you've been great!
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Thanks for that info!
Also, I doubt that would have fixed my old phone, it seems pretty much like a hardware issue. The screen will display static for hours on end (think like an old tv if you didnt have cable plugged in) I think it's a loose connection somewhere or something. I didn't bother to really troubleshoot it myself though because I was like "lets see if Verizon will give me a new one" and they did, and because they didnt have any "replacements" i got a brand new one, with a brand new battery, so I wasn't going to argue the fact
Anyway, if the file is from Motorola where can I get it? I saw on a verizon forum that they were not allowed to post it there (or is it "from motorola" in the sense it was leaked?)
Thanks for all your help so far, you've been great!
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Yeah, it does sounds like it was a hardware problem. Actually, I never thought about if motorola had a list of sbf files somewhere or if they were just leaked or what. I always downloaded them from threads like these. I just know they are made by motorola. You got me curious now. hmmm...
Duh
forget about my question as to where to get them, just saw the sticky at the front of this forum.
Although, it would be interesting to know if they were officially given out by motorola or leaked
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forget about my question as to where to get them, just saw the sticky at the front of this forum.
Although, it would be interesting to know if they were officially given out by motorola or leaked
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What's An SBF File?
• SBF Is A File Leaked By Motorola That Is The System Image Flashed By RSDLite.
Taken from the Motorola Droid X2 FAQ page here
Excolo said:
So here's my story, I am not entirely new to rooting as I have successfully rooted my Motorola Droid, My Droid X2, My Acer Iconia a500 (twice), My aunts Lg something, and my mothers Kindle Fire.
So a few days ago my Droid X2 started acting up, and would go hours on end sometimes without working.
I was very happy to find out that Verizon would replace it with no hassle as it was less than a year old. I got the replacement yesterday and it's working great... that is until I found out it came stock with 2.3.5 right out of the box.
Now I have always trusted XDA forums and have used them for a long time (although I finally just registered today to ask this)
The only root method I can find is to downgrade to 2.3.4 and then root, then install voodoo root protector, then upgrade.
Now I saw a few things about possibilities of bricking your phone when trying to read those tutorials (I have never had to downgrade before) and I was a bit concerned.
I was mainly wondering, I don't care about loosing data on the phone. I have a backup sd card I can use if I need to format that, and like I said, the phone is new and actually doesnt have a single app I have installed on it yet.
Is there any easy way to go back down to 2.3.4 for my situation? I just got the free phone and don't want to brick it a day later you know?
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bro, you wont have any problems downgrading/sbfing back to 2.3.4, i did it without any problems
i used sbf_flash through linux though idk about RSDLite