Hi,
I've looked around the forums and haven't found an answer to that. I'm a complete noob concerning Android phones, so sorry if my question is silly (or already has an answer somewhere).
It's quite simple : I wanna buy a Huawei Boulder 8350 for my girlfriend. It's got almost the perfect offer for her as it seems to be very good for its price tag.
I just wanna know : is it possible to install newer Android versions on it ? It is advertised as a Froyo 2.2 phone, but it would be cool to put Gingerbread or even a newer droid version on it.
If yes, is it doable via a simple update on the phone or does it have to be "hacked" or something ?
Thank you very much.
Please ? Anyone ?
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nitwo said:
Hi,
I've looked around the forums and haven't found an answer to that. I'm a complete noob concerning Android phones, so sorry if my question is silly (or already has an answer somewhere).
It's quite simple : I wanna buy a Huawei Boulder 8350 for my girlfriend. It's got almost the perfect offer for her as it seems to be very good for its price tag.
I just wanna know : is it possible to install newer Android versions on it ? It is advertised as a Froyo 2.2 phone, but it would be cool to put Gingerbread or even a newer droid version on it.
If yes, is it doable via a simple update on the phone or does it have to be "hacked" or something ?
Thank you very much.
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Hello nitwo,
For the moment, there is no new version of Android for this cell.
Some people have noticed that the u8350 is sold under the name of "Express from Sprint" with a gingerbread 2.3 version. But sprint is using CDMA and in europe we're using GSM. Maybe a port is possible.
Also, officialy there is no Android 2.3 for this cell, and some websites are reporting that we're never going to see an official 2.3.
Maybe, we're going to have a 2.3 version, but not officially. But, we need to wait for the community ...
Btw, for 45euros in france (with Bouygue cash back), this is a pretty nice phone.
Any news ?
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Hi all firstly i am very new to all this technology so be gentle
Ive just ordered a Pay as you go Hero G2 should be here in 2-3 days, anyhows i was wondering if any would be so kind as to tell me with some links if possible for things that i should Download onto it before i start useing it i.e updates? RoM ? 2.0 andriod (if its out yet?)
And some handy apps like a sat nav thats good possibly free ?
Where to get upgrades and how to put them on the phone in lamens terms as i really dont have a clue.
The phone is from the UK if that makes any difference.
Thanks for any help
Peter
Peterpoose said:
Ive just ordered a Pay as you go Hero G2 should be here in 2-3 days, anyhows i was wondering if any would be so kind as to tell me with some links if possible for things that i should Download onto it before i start useing it i.e updates? RoM ? 2.0 andriod (if its out yet?)
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There are only unofficial 2.0/2.1 ROMs available at the moment, and most of them have some issues. For many, they are small enough that they can use these ROMs on a day to day basis, but for others they are not.
If you are a total noob to Android, and your ROM comes with a 2.73 build, I would leave it as it is for now until you get a bit more knowledgeable.
And some handy apps like a sat nav thats good possibly free ?
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Since you are on PAYG, I take it you won't have much data allowance? If that's the case, you don't want anything with online maps. I use Copilot, which is paid app, but it's *very* cheap for what it is and I recommend it wholeheartedly.
Where to get upgrades and how to put them on the phone in lamens terms as i really dont have a clue.
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Look around these forums for a while, especially the dev forum. Everything you need is here, and you'll get less flak from forum users if you take the time to find it yourself. Of course, if you run into problems post a question, but remember the mantra "search is your friend"!
Regards,
Dave
Thanks alot for your responce i will try searching the reason i do ask though is not through laziness but i am really that stupid when it comes to technology hehe
I would find it and read it and still not have a clue but ty for your answers once more )
How do i check which if i have ROM 2.73 build ? and if its not i take it i would need to find and install that build somehow?
But yes as you said i am a total noob so i guess waiting untill the official 2.0 update is availible.
The copilot you suggest sounds good as thats the main thing i will probably use. Would you have a link to the cheapest or best place to get that from?
So ty for the suggestion.
its possible to install another OS on my x10 mini like S60 5^ or 3^
ParDiamond said:
its possible to install another OS on my x10 mini like S60 5^ or 3^
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Why would you want to do such an awful thing? our x10s have feelings, you know? don't take android away from them!
I can't understand why you buyed this phone if you didn't like its OS...........Don't talk silly........if you don't like it pls simply switch to another phone!!!!
I think out if curiosity i'd love to see this question answered... although i can't imagin abandoning the A-OS for anything currently available
P.s. this is only my "OPINION" but currently;
Technically; possible, our hardware meets the basic specs.
Physically; highly improbable due to a currently unhackable bootloader
Sent from my E10i using XDA App
Just corious beacuse S60 was easier and i love sony ericsson thats why i got this one
its cute but i feel its to hard to do some stuff.
*SPOILERS*
Hi i had an sony ericsson w600 when was younger; 14 or 15 though
i love it especially the VideoDJ app then i got a nokia 5800 when i was 17
i loved that phone was awesome and so cuztumizable was currently running C6 Firmware on it but the maid stole it i know the other one told me she has
NVM.
my dad was asking me if i wanted a new cellphone i told no dad idk really liked my nokia there was much stuff on it like: Feelings, Adventures, goodf time. and software related stuff also.
then i lost the hope of finding it and blocked it with a remote code
And i looked at a little pretty cellphone on a shelf and it remind me my old W600
i though oh that one would be nie so i got it.
*END*
dont missunderstand me i like my cellphone but is just that i miss stuff that i was able to do on my 5800 as well as video and photo edition tools that were present on w600
You Could... providing someone develops a working HAL so the software could communicate with the hardware!
Unfortunately, this doesn't exist and it is such a big job that manufacturers won't do it as they only seem to focus on one OS per device at a time (And then neglect to update it - No 2.2 for me)
So basically, whilst is is possible it is very improbable (Notice that I never said never!) LOL
Dude, have you ever launched the android market? Do you know how many photo and video apps you can find there?
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Bro I did but those app are too buggy also internet is very slow I think bcause I cant get 3G (same data plan on other phone works fine)
Also I cant pause video recording wich is usefull 4 square by square animation.
And sorry I cant just dish my phone and buy a ndw one congratulations for those who can.
Can somebody point me to specific apps or rom
That could fill my needs
And deano thanks for the ROMS are wonderfull but im still being a newb
I think you didn't check out the right apps. I'm sure you'll find the right applications for you in there : there are close to 300000 applications in the market. For editing pictures, you have Photoshop express and hundreds more, for videos you have a whole bunch. If you can't get your 3G working, you should check with someone from your mobile company to configure your phone right : 3G works fine with the mini.
Finally, if you don't like this phone, you can sell it on eBay at a good price. Also, sorry to tell you this, but nowadays you'll find this same OS (Android) on most SE phones, Motorolla, LG, HTC, Samsung, etc... So you better get used to using it, unless you want to buy yourself an iPhone or a BlackBerry.
or just stick with Nokia.. good old Symbian (the reason I switched to SE from Nokia was because I wanted Android and Nokia refuses to see the light)
Why anyone would choose Symbian over Android is beyond my understanding.. but each to his own I guess.
Naaah im loving it nao but i need some guidance with root explorer
i mean if i rename an app as bak it will work on background but not all of them so waht can i do for hidng apps and they will fully function
If anyone wants it, here is the ORIGINAL ROM for the AT&T Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 .. Original meaning, Android 1.6.
X10a_ATT_US_ATT_1237_3761.rar / 132.92MB
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=75B84QCX
I have used this many times with NO issues in regards to reverting my X10a back to factory default .. the program I use to do this is Omnius for SE v0.15. If you want this software, link below.
http://www.omnius-server.com/
This was already posted by someone else:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=872298
Anyways this post is not relevant to Development...
I find this relevant to the fact that anyone wants to flash there phone back to factory in case they want to return there phones because of broken promises from AT&T in regards to getting updates for the X10a to even 2.1, it sucks.
On top if that, even flashing anything from here is NOT guaranteed to work 100%.
So, is it relevant to post this in the DEVELOPER section for any X10 .. YES it is.
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LordGeek said:
I find this relevant to the fact that anyone wants to flash there phone back to factory in case they want to return there phones because of broken promises from AT&T in regards to getting updates for the X10a to even 2.1, it sucks.
On top if that, even flashing anything from here is NOT guaranteed to work 100%.
So, is it relevant to post this in the DEVELOPER section for any X10 .. YES it is.
Sent from my X10a using XDA App
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Thanks I needed this for my broken X10a i need to send back to AT&T.
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Thanks I needed this for my broken X10a i need to send back to AT&T.
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You're welcome .. believe me, I'm about to do the same thing .. although mine was a free-bee from Best Buy that I received 1 week ago .. don't like the fact that after getting this and finding out from AT&T that they have had an update for this phone since August 2010, that it still HAS NOT been released to its customers because of testing purposes to get it working perfectly .. come on, 6 months already .. and its even an OLD version of Android !!!!
I've tried MANY ROM's from here on this X10a (that gives you an idea as to how much I have learned on here in 1 week) .. and I'm definately not happy. This is my first Android phone (thinking I'd try it out since people rant and rave as to how much better it is than and iPhone) .. truthfully .. I have an iPhone 4 with iOS 4.2.1 that is jailbroken .. never had any problems with my iPhone .. and I'm sticking with it.
Maybe once Google or even ALL the manufacturers and cell providers have got it together in regards to bring out a Android phone that is at least workable, upgradable (without stories or lies) .. I may go ahead and get another Android.
LordGeek said:
If anyone wants it, here is the ORIGINAL ROM for the AT&T Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 .. Original meaning, Android 1.6.
X10a_ATT_US_ATT_1237_3761.rar / 132.92MB
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=75B84QCX
I have used this many times with NO issues in regards to reverting my X10a back to factory default .. the program I use to do this is Omnius for SE v0.15. If you want this software, link below.
http://www.omnius-server.com/
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Isn't this listed here? Also, using Omnius is NOT free. You will have to buy credits to flash.
jimbo77 said:
This was already posted by someone else:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=872298
Anyways this post is not relevant to Development...
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Agreed. Not relevant and already posted in the link you provided. Thread will be closed soon by one of the mods.
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Agreed. Not relevant and already posted in the link you provided. Thread will be closed soon by one of the mods.
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Right .. YES, this has ALREADY been posted .. I also tried that hacked up version from the original posting .. it is NOT the OFFICIAL firmware release from AT&T for the X10a, and is definately missing something and buggy.
I have friends at AT&T .. the one I posted is the OFFICIAL release from AT&T for the X10a and was obtained right from AT&T .. and if you decide to check it out .. you will see that the file is LARGER in size than that buggy one that "oalf170892" posted.
Official Firmware I released : 132.92MB
Buggy Firmware released by oalf170892 : 118.76MB
Someone want to tell me why there is a 14.16MB difference in the size ??? hence why I had problems with oalf170892's release, its definately missing something in the files.
If the Mod's decide to remove this thread .. that would be there decision, but at the same time .. it would be nice for the Mod to tell me or someone, for what reason they have to remove it.
Dang I had my x10 for 9 months now from att. Should of returned it when I had the chance
Sent from my X10 using XDA App
This thread has bee closed due to a stock roms thread already being in existence.
Actually yesterday my friend bought a cheap handset which resembles Iphone 5 from its look../...but runs some-kind of android (i guessed it because it has tomcat angrybirds....games within it...i think IOS dont support those games.) in it. My friend will be soon throwing it out because this is a temporary adjustment as his phone was dead all of a sudden./....
Now to the matter./... i was planning to buy it once his emergency is over so that i can flash it with some newer android and custom roms../...i wanted to know whether it is possible or not./...am aware that the information i provided about the phone is soo raw....if yuo could guide me how to get the software and hardware details of the phone i would be happy./...and then we can see if i can flash it/....
eagerly waiting to hear from you
Thanxxx
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N!shad
Hi,
Looking for a bit of advice. Wanna give my old i5500 to my mother cos she's been looking at smart phones but is still a bit tentative about making the move over from her old nokia brick
Phones currently rooted and running cm 7 but was wondering if anyones come across a simple rom out there that'll give her a basic smartphone setup to start with or even a few app that mite be useful either.