Hi,
Sorry of this is covered elsewhere but a search did not turn anything obvious up for me. I've just purchased a UK O2 HTC One X and love it....apart from the well documented battery life issues. O2 are still shipping the HOX on 1.26 firmware.
Is there any way I can get the HTC1.29 FOTA update? Do I need to unlock the phone or root it? basically whats involved in getting out of carrier based updates (and their delays!) and on to the 'vanilla' HTC updates?
Thanks
Related
Hi,
I'm successfully using an unlocked 02 XDA 32mb in South Africa. I see on www.myxda.com that 02 has a new software update out, offering many things such as faster GPRS. Sounds great, but what I want to know is, if I install this update, will I suddenly find myself with a locked phone again?
Secondly, does the GPRS baud rate setting make any difference at all?
Thanks,
Justin
No, unlocking using the Maniuplator uses the same mechanism you would have also used if you had been given the unlock code. Hence you will never be relocked by newer versions of the phone software.
Great.. now I can't get the software..
Hi,
That's great, but I tried to register on myxda.com and get the new software, but it won't accept my IMEI (Have double checked for typo's over and over again) - has anyone got the software for me?
Thanks!
Justin
Okay I found the updates on http://www.o2.co.uk/productsservices/xda/romupgradedownload/0,,170,00.html (ROM 3.14.13, RSU 4.16) but just browsing this site there appears to be so many different versions. Is this the latest/best version to use with my xda? It seems there are some bugs, and it may be better to stick with what I Have (ROM 3.02.00 ENG, RSU 4.01)
Quest
Be careful when you upgrade. Make sure it is
the right one or you might end up with a dead xda,
like lots of people who got the wrong upgrade.
It is better to upgrade from where the xda's supplier's web.
For example if you got a O2Xda from O2 Uk, you should
download the upgrade from there to be safe. ok?
ROM updates
My XDA is a Siemens SX%^ att&t can I use the O2 Rom Upgrades? Will I lose any functions? any knowledge? Thanks.
Steve
Jus, the upgrade on the O2 UK site is way better than your current 3.02 ROM. Definately upgrade, you will see big improvements.
Steve G, no your SX56 has different hardware to a UK xda. If you did run this upgrade it would screw it up. You need to speak to your supplier for upgrade software.
Hi,
How will Google updates be delivered, automatically or manual downloads?
Also, same question for any HTC/SenseUI updates.
Thanks
Phil
I don't think anyone could definitively say at this point. Certainly Google pushed out updates for all Google-branded G1s, regardless of carrier, but since the Hero uses an HTC build I doubt that they would do this.
Nothing to stop HTC doing it of course!
Regards,
Dave
as ihave said in another thread on this subject, I have seen Rom updates for sideloading from PC's so i think HTC are going with that method rather than OTA on the hero.
I believe that it is only google branded devices (like the G1 and Vodafone Magic) that get OTA, non Google branded phones like the hero and the HTC Magic get sideloading updates.
Hi.
is there a way to unlock an orange locked hero on ROM 2.73.xxx?
I heard no unlock codes from internet sites work and no i cannot wait for 3 months and then ask orange to give me the unlock code for my phone.
I need to do it now.
thanks for all the hep guys!
Try this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=560105
I'm using a Rebel Sim II in my Orange locked Hero, and it's working perfectly. I also flashed it with a Generic firmware, instead of the orange one.
@dobbs2010
well i was looking for a more software oriented solution. rebel SIMs are kinds flimsy and i tend to lose them
i was reading about a CID-unlock but that requires a fair bit of tinkering in the workshop and although i am not averse to the whole idea i would rather rty something simpleer if i have the choice. i heard the t-mobile one isnt locked and can be unlocked with a code.
@dobbs2010
well i was looking for a more software oriented solution. rebel SIMs are kinds flimsy and i tend to lose them
i was reading about a CID-unlock but that requires a fair bit of tinkering in the workshop and although i am not averse to the whole idea i would rather rty something simpleer if i have the choice. i heard the t-mobile one isnt locked and can be unlocked with a code.
The T-Mobile Hero does not seem to have the problem with respect to getting an unlock code. However, I'd imagine we'll be seeing quite a few T-Mobile Hero's turning up on Ebay with the T-Mobile 2.73 update already installed, which means you won't be able to root the device or flash a custom ROM (yet!), so I'd be very careful before getting a TMo Hero right now.
Regards,
Dave
@foxmeister
so i am assuming the 2.73.xxx android update is responsible for patching holes in code that allowed sim unlocks in the earlier heros. would that be true?
so is there any way i can unlock a new hero on 2.73.xx now? anyone?
No, the issues with the un-rootable 2.73 ROMs and Orange SIM unlocks are completely separate. There were problems unlocking Orange codes prior to the latest update.
As I understand it, you have two options at present.
1. Contact Orange and ask for the unlock code, as they seem to be the only people able to supply it.
2. Use a Rebel SIM.
Regards,
Dave
@foxmeister
i was afraid you would say that. We can safely say that i cannot ask orange for the codes. and the rebel SIM i would have to explore more. Is there maybe a way to SIM unlock these babies in the near future? is someone working on it? I am a recent iPhone convert so I am used to having this warm feeling inside that someone somewhere is always working on a jailbreak
There must be a way!!!
There probably is - it just isn't known yet!
ferraripassion is actively looking into the issue (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=570089)
Regards,
Dave
All,
I have a T-mobile HTC One that is locked to T-mobile and was wondering if it would be worth my time and effort to get it Sim unlocked and stay with T-mobile for the purpose of maybe getting the Android 4.4 Kit-Kat update sooner? I read that HTC USA is bringing it out "within 90 days" for all HTC Ones, but the Google Play edition within two weeks and the "unlocked" and developer editions within 30 days. I know I'm being impatient but I am looking forward to the new functions and am hoping that it fixes the horrible battery drain that I have noticed since the 4.3 update.
The phone is paid for and I have already called and am eligible to get the unlock code....
One of my questions is how to unlock it without a "foreign" sim? Can I just by a net talk or other phone company sim and unlock it then just pop the T-mobile sim back in? And if so would that qualify the phone as "unlocked" to get the update that much sooner? Also, would that cause me any issues with T-mobile's network? I know I could use one of the many fine roms here but my hacking skills are nil and I would prefer the factory update, I would rather not put my non existent skills to the test.
Please any and all help would be greatly appreciated! :highfive:
Thanks for looking!
Getting your phone sim unlocked will not help you get the htc update faster,so if that's the only reason you need it unlocked do not waste your money on that.Probably will be a custom firmware available for your phone and can use that if can not wait for the official release from your carrier,but that may damage your waranty
So that wouldn't qualify it as an "unlocked version"?
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So that wouldn't qualify it as an "unlocked version"?
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even if you unlock it by an unlock code when updating using the built in update feature,will update to the tmobile rom,the "unlocked version" is the never locked version,that came unlocked with unbranded rom
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So that wouldn't qualify it as an "unlocked version"?
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not really bro, ur confusing what is the factory unlocked version international, to a sim unlocked tmo version, two diferent things lol hapened to me with the note2 i had, i recomnd being patient im sure our devs wont let us down:good:
Thanks to all!
That was exactly what I was wanting to know!
I really appreciate the info!
Love this site!
Can't find any answers by searching the threads (apologies if I've missed something obvious!)
I'm thinking of buying an EE UK LG G5. I'm already with EE but I hate slow updates, and in my experience EE firmware tends to get updates really slowly in the U.K.
I have flashed Samsungs in the past and it's a very easy process - no need to unlock bootloaders or anything, just flash in ODIN and there's your stock UK Samsung.
Is it as straightforward with a G5? I don't want to do any modding, rooting or anything like that - I just want to effectively turn the device into a SIM free model with no carrier apps or customisations whilst retaining warranty and the ability to do OTA updates in future. Can I simply flash generic UK firmware onto the G5 to replace EE's? I don't even care about SIM unlocking since I'm already with EE.
I don't mind if it's not possible by the way, I just won't buy it if so, just thought I'd put the question to this community as if anyone has the answer you do!
Thanks again.
leoni1980 said:
Can't find any answers by searching the threads (apologies if I've missed something obvious!)
I'm thinking of buying an EE UK LG G5. I'm already with EE but I hate slow updates, and in my experience EE firmware tends to get updates really slowly in the U.K.
I have flashed Samsungs in the past and it's a very easy process - no need to unlock bootloaders or anything, just flash in ODIN and there's your stock UK Samsung.
Is it as straightforward with a G5? I don't want to do any modding, rooting or anything like that - I just want to effectively turn the device into a SIM free model with no carrier apps or customisations whilst retaining warranty and the ability to do OTA updates in future. Can I simply flash generic UK firmware onto the G5 to replace EE's? I don't even care about SIM unlocking since I'm already with EE.
I don't mind if it's not possible by the way, I just won't buy it if so, just thought I'd put the question to this community as if anyone has the answer you do!
Thanks again.
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Just get it through Carphone Warehouse and it'll come without Carrier rubbish. I bought mine from O2 directly and there's no Carrier apps or what i'd call bloat at all. LG tend to update much much quicker than Samsung anyway, but stock ROM's can be flashed.
leoni1980 said:
Can't find any answers by searching the threads (apologies if I've missed something obvious!)
I'm thinking of buying an EE UK LG G5. I'm already with EE but I hate slow updates, and in my experience EE firmware tends to get updates really slowly in the U.K.
I have flashed Samsungs in the past and it's a very easy process - no need to unlock bootloaders or anything, just flash in ODIN and there's your stock UK Samsung.
Is it as straightforward with a G5? I don't want to do any modding, rooting or anything like that - I just want to effectively turn the device into a SIM free model with no carrier apps or customisations whilst retaining warranty and the ability to do OTA updates in future. Can I simply flash generic UK firmware onto the G5 to replace EE's? I don't even care about SIM unlocking since I'm already with EE.
I don't mind if it's not possible by the way, I just won't buy it if so, just thought I'd put the question to this community as if anyone has the answer you do!
Thanks again.
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I'm on Virgin UK and flashed Orange's firmware which worked fine without issue (I did this as I had a sort of temp brick of sorts.)
Might be worth having a look at this thread if you haven't already http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g5/how-to/lg-g5-to-stock-t3369959
Will_Xda said:
I'm on Virgin UK and flashed Orange's firmware which worked fine without issue (I did this as I had a sort of temp brick of sorts.)
Might be worth having a look at this thread if you haven't already http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g5/how-to/lg-g5-to-stock-t3369959
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I didn't see this reply, thanks! Assume you're not BL unlocked/rooted and were just running stock Virgin Mobile firmware?
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I didn't see this reply, thanks! Assume you're not BL unlocked/rooted and were just running stock Virgin Mobile firmware?
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At the time yes, but It wouldn't make much difference as It works regardless of bootloader status