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Looks like wm2005 still not very stable, a lot of programs still not working.
For example, Xbackup, set as ringtone or Monster Chinese, etc.
well alot of programs required new versions when 2003SE came out as well
ttseng said:
Looks like wm2005 still not very stable, a lot of programs still not working.
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Using it on my Imate for a month or more and no problem so far and no lock-ups like there were on WM2003SE
I think the title of this thread is misleading... :?
The fact that it does not run several applications or crashes is because:
1.- This version is not final
2.- It's not compatible because of it's very nature, IT'S A NEW OS!!!
The same happened when we upgraded our PCs to Windows XP don't you remember?
New versions will start to come up eventually, and even if you don't see any advances "right-out-of-the-box" it's because the main improvements on this OS reside behind the scenes, so Programmers will start to develop new and exciting apps that take advantage of the new features and APIs.
For me Windows Mobile 5.0 has been very stable even with the very first version that Buzz, Toe and the gang which had very limited memory resources I had no stability problems whatsoever.
There are limitations of course, (like no MMS, mediocre video camera, sms problems, etc) but eventually Microsoft OR our very own developers will take care of that!
So, BE PATIENT!!!!! :wink:
Hi,
Using it for 3 days in my Qtek 2020 and no problem at all.
Even Jabra250 works fine, when in 2003SE was difficult to setup.
About software that don't work, we must wait until new versions come out...
I'm sure when you update you computer from NT to W2K you has software that didn't work and had to buy new versions, so why should be different here?
Be patient.... Mobile5 is ok for now.
AF
if only we can fix the camera it would be Superb
Xeon said:
if only we can fix the camera it would be Superb
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if only we could run it on magician
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Xeon said:
if only we can fix the camera it would be Superb
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if only we could run it on magician
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i double that
Rayan & all the rest are right!!!
I can't agree less to what Rayan wrote.
It's a new OS and a beta for that matter (check out Goras thread on "WM2005 that I can share"), If I'm not mistaken it's not also intended for Himalaya, judging on the memory problems just solved(!) by Buzz, toenailed, XdaJojo, mamaich & all the other contributors as well.
Personally in my opinion its a lot 'solid' than the WM2003 & SE since it has to crash yet on my xda II, as mentioned by Rayan even the initial release of the OS with limited memory was stable.
The problems with the apps like backup & camera are being solved one-by-one, MMS which doesn't even start before is now working (check out the threads on WM2005 in the forum).
Even now, the benefits of using the OS in terms of performance, stability & looks far outweighs its limitations (in my humble opinion) just be patient & leave it to the WIZARDS (Buzz, toenailed, XdaJojo, etc. etc. etc).
Besides, hey ttseng this is the xda-developers forum & we all are having fun testing, tweaking, & breathing new life to our "soon to be outlawed" XDA II ....... if not for the WIZARDS in the forum !!!!! Notice the request for the OS on the other xda models, aren't we lucky we have the WiZARDS working on the HIMA? :lol:
Cheers!
works flawlessly on XDA2 Himalaya!!!!!!!!
best os and most stable one ive come across ,wm200se never really happy but this WM2005 is and has been stable without a single hard reset or rest since install.even self configured the o2email and hotmail!! took the o2 uk config & connections setup file from a XDA2s_1-12-178-WWE_UK_Extended_ Rom.
Is there more than one version of WM2005 kicking about?
I successfully installed WM2005 on my XDA II, but I couldn't get many 3rd party apps to install on it. So I was surprised to see screenshots with certain utilities running ok.
I was wondering if there is more than one version of it floating about on the net. The one I installed was found on these forums, but I have recently downloaded another off usenet.
They are both himalaya.
I am sure a non-beta copy will rear its head on here sooner rather than later (I hope!)
Cam
this version is in the ftp section ,the rom has a file name of
wm2k5_XDA2_HIMALAYA_O2_fullRAM.rar
Yep!
That's the one!
That would make both copies I have the same.
Is this a late BETA or even an RTM version?
Now that the OS has been officially released I am guessing it's a race for someone to post the released version ;-)
the official full version is released?
wow!
so when can we have it for download here?
i am planning to put off my upgrade till the full version comes out.
currently i am on the win2003se which i aint very happy with!
plz advise...
thanx everybody.
It out but you cant get it.
I have a friend who is a manger in Microsoft. I sent the MS link of the offical release and asked if it can be obtained from the internal web software store. At the moment it cant and I feel it will also never be the case (2003 the end user could never buy).
So we are back to the carriers and if they will ship 2005 as an upgrade for ood devices or only on new (MDA XDA IV).
Dont think one needs to be a rocket scintist to answer that, was not one of the devices never shipped with 2003, the way I remember it it was buz that did a Chines to English translation.
So at least w on the BA side have to wait untill something gets leaked.
A little help with WM2005 upgrade please!!!!!!!
I see that most people have upgraded to WM2005 without much trouble, but not me!! I am with o2 and I've just upgraded and I can't us GPRS (it keeps trying to dial 193.113.200.195 and then drops the conx even though the IP is entered in the APN section) I can't run Worldmate pro (not compatable), TOMTOM 3 (need to upgrade to ver 4.4) pick up email etc etc.
Could I have the details that you need to enter into your XDA to connect to o2 network via GPRS so that I can access hotmail, messenger, MMS, Internet etc etc
I hope you can help as I don't want to downgrade to the old windows version.
i can send u a O2 customisation cab file if u need ,however your phone must b on contract with O2UK not payg or orange etc..
Yes Please!!
That'll be great. yes I am with O2 contract.......
where is the awesome rom !!! please
iam running w2005 in my XD2..but still MANY applications cant be installed..and i was surprised to see the screenshot (above) with many applications runing ..BUT i couldnt find the ROM...i found only the one for XDA2s..."XDA2s_1-12-178-WWE_UK_Extended_ Rom" actually is a zipped file with no rom inside..just many cab files ..can anyone help me please...thanks guys
HELP!
I originally had an xda 2i. & bought Tom Tom nav 5 software for it. GREAT! However, now I've indulged in the Orbit, which takes a MICRO sized memory card.
How can I switch my program on to a smaller card.
Please say it is possible.
Thanks....
chiken said:
HELP!
I originally had an xda 2i. & bought Tom Tom nav 5 software for it. GREAT! However, now I've indulged in the Orbit, which takes a MICRO sized memory card.
How can I switch my program on to a smaller card.
Please say it is possible.
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Well you can certainly move your files to new card using a PC card reader or even using active sync explore function. However programme installation files will need to be run again so registry entries are correct. That's why I keep copies of all cab files on my storage card.
Mike
Does anyone know if it's possible to get a driver so that a LOOX 720 will read SHDC cards? I've bought a SanDisk Extreme III 4 GB card and the PPC won't recognise it.
Hi.
I have a 4GB Card running im my Loox720.
In the original-state it didnt work.
But after I formatted it wit a (PC) program named "Card-Formatter" (or similar)
(guess, it was from Panasonic) it works perfectly.
Give it a try, google a bit and you´ll find the software (SD-Card-Formatter)
Good luck, and a lot of fun using it!
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Does anyone know if it's possible to get a driver so that a LOOX 720 will read SHDC cards? I've bought a SanDisk Extreme III 4 GB card and the PPC won't recognise it.
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I might have an easy answer? It is worth a try. There is a small patch for SDHC for Loox N560 on the first post below:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=388364
I know it also works on a completely different device (both DELL Axim x51 with WM5 and another same model with WM6) so I am betting it works on the 720. I have used it on the N560 too. It is a little program which seems to interrupt the calls to the SD driver and I am using it with 16Gb SDHC card on my N560. Bliss!
As it installs as a program, you can always uninstall it if it does not work?
Good luck!
So, this driver seems to be only for WM5/6 and not for a WM2003 Device....
It causes an Error-Message.....this is not a valid cab for WinCE Setup......o similarly
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So, this driver seems to be only for WM5/6 and not for a WM2003 Device....
It causes an Error-Message.....this is not a valid cab for WinCE Setup......o similarly
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Yup, WM5/6 only. At least you can un-install it!
Sorry, I forgot that the 720 is WM2003!
New reasons? Isd it possible to take a 8 GB SDHC Card to a Loox718/720?
The only Way, i think, is to use an special Adapter like these:
http://cgi.ebay.de/SDHC-SD-MMC-to-C...in_0?hash=item5633656432&_trksid=p3911.c0.m14
Hi all! This is my first time posting in here as I'm just now getting one of the "new" T-mobile Dash phones. I've been reading the different threads, especially the ROM threads, trying to figure out which is the most stable/usable.
I know my way around PDAs pretty well, having had an IPAQ 1945 and then a Dell Axim x30 (the 624 MHz processor one), which I still love and have with me constantly. But this new Dash will be my first smartphone and my first entry into the WinMo 6+ world.
I'm interested in hearing which ROMs you guys like and what are some of the good and bad with them. I've read the version changes and all of that, but there's nothing like reviews from the guys that use the software/hardware every day. Basically what I'm looking for in a ROM is:
1) WinMo 6.1
2) Updated radios for bluetooth and wi-fi (might as well have the hardware at its best if you've paid for it, right?)
3) SDHC compatibility (Anyone know what the largest size memory card is that the Dash (Excalibur) can read and fully utilize? I've heard 16 is the max.)
4) Stability. If the phone isn't constantly crashing, it'd be great. haha
So to all you Excalibur users: What ROM do you recommend and why?
Thanks all for your time and I'm glad to be joining the Excalibur community!!!
~Walter
Your best bet is to flash them all and see the ROM you like as best ROM there is none, it's down to personal preference, won't take more than 30 mins to get base set, with regards to SDHC all WM6.1 support 16GB "taken from other threadz" as i only have tryed 8GB.
Hope that helps.
i had used the 6.1 final from kavana, and flashed to the rose Rom by Ricky and Stylez last night. so far, i like the Rose rom the best. but like said, its all personal preference as to which is the best. and like Stylez sad, 16gb is what people say will work. i havent even tried anything over a 2gb yet lol
I tried the various 6.1 roms from this site and from my experiance with them, IMHO I think the Kavana 080408 WWE is the most stable and less laggy over the Rose 1.7 rom.
But I have to agree its all about personal opinion and what features you are looking for. Your just gonna have to try them out for yourself and decide wich one you like the most.
MY favorite improvement is that I can now use my 4gig SD over the 2gig I had to use with inMo 6, I was so dissapointed about that.
Thank you guys for the response. I'll start with the suggested ROMs and then work my way around to others.
I just got off the phone with t-mobile, my Dash should get here either tomorrow or Friday. I'm going to spend the whole weekend flashing ROMs and loading all my favorite software onto it! haha
Okay, a related question: I've been looking into Java games for the phone since it seems most of the ROMs on here have Jbed or Esmertec Java loaded on them. The games list phones they're meant to run on, but I know on my old Sony Ericsson phone I could run Java games that weren't meant for that device, but were compatible.
So are there any phones "like" the Excalibur that I should keep in mind when doing my Java game buying? (Like will games that work on the Blackjack II most likely work on my new Excalibur?)
Thanks again!
Help please!
I thought I will use this thread since I am new to the Dash too.
I just got a couple of easy questions. I tried to look here and even on Google, but I either suck at searching or the answers I am looking for are not there.
I read the wiki on how to flash and I read that: If necessary, unlock your phone using either the SDA Application Unlock program or Surreal Networks' AppUnlock or both. This will enable third-party software installation. Not performing this step properly is the primary reason why Error 270 happens.
So, either or? The reason I ask is because I would do both just to be safe, but SDA unzips fine but Surreal does not. When I unzip it, it copies the files that are in the zip in the folder I chose to unzip them into. Do I have to do both? And if so whats wrong and how do I fix this. Same thing happens for other supposed CAB files I downloaded. They just copy themselves but don't "change" into one cab file to be installed. Same happens with tegic.
romupdateutility.exe... where do I find it and what is it? I saw all the videos possible about flashing Kavana's and even Jamerican doesn't use this.
Is it true that if I update to Kavana I will not be able to use MMS and the Internet or are those an older update problems? The new 6.1 works flawlessly correct? (I saw a thread on how to fix the sms, mms, and web problem) Where can I find an original uncooked WinMo 6.1 update?
It doesn't seem hard to flash, but I am a newbie to this smart phones WinMo stuff. My Dash, I got it yesterday and I already run low in memory. I closed all the apps and I still only have 7.212 Kb of memory! That sucks! I hope WM 6.1 is better because WM 6.0 is not good.
Captain Totti,
Please read the sticky "guide to flashing"
With re: to surreal check our RoseRom remade first post there is a guide to flash click the if stuck @ 3%, as both files & what to do there..
Re: MMS either connection setup or input of settings manually will work.
stylez.
Capitan Totti you will not be dissapointed in 6.1. Imagine your drowning in a pool and someone finally decides to pull you out of the water and you finally get to breathe, thats what going to 6.1 feels like! IMO WinMo 6 is complete garbage and 6.1 should be the standard for every phone out there thats running 6.
Flashing is very simple as long as you read the directions. Good luck!
Oh I have been reading a lot alright! Yes, it does not seem hard, but I just wanted to make sure I don't brick the phone.
Double post.
I screwed it up the first few times (from not reading the directions first) and still came out ok.
I found some good threads and done a lot of reading, but I guess no one had this problem so far but me. As I said above, I got the tegicet9 files and also the fullet9 files... (I am Italian so I would like to have both Italian and english on the phone) but when I unzip them into a folder I called New Folder for all my unzipping... they just copy themselves and don't change into one icon like say the SDA unlock or the USPL thing I got makes itself as more than one folder... ?? Thanks.
Was wondering if I should also call T-Mobile to SIM Unlock the phone, you know so I can use the Dash with any SIM. I am gonna have to do it anyway for when I go to Italy but I was wondering if NOT sim unlocking the Dash and then upgrading will cause issues on the phone. ???
So far it seems easy.
Connect Dash, run SDA unlock from desktop, once its done unzip (if you have not before) SurrealNetAppUnlock (which is another file that does not unzip for some reason), place it in My Documents (I don't have a memory card yet), go to Dash itself, go to File Explorer and install it from Dash itself. Once done turn off Dash.... turn it back on connected to ActiveSync, run USPL.Bat (Mine says USPL.Batch but I take it its the same), click enter on keyboard and ok on dash when prompt to, after a bit it will go black then white (bootloader mode), open RUU.Kavana and follow the steps (if I pass 3% I know I am good)... now I got a question... When the upgrading is complete 100% and you can click finish... I know it does a cold reboot, do I have to (ever? I've seen videos and all but this part is not clear also sound wise on say YouTube) unplug the usb cable or no?I know that for et9 I got to just place it and install it on the Dash but like I said, it does not unzip insto an installable file. If someone can read this and answer my few questions and help, I will be done hacking this baby in less than 30 minutes. Thanks
Among these, which one works flawlessly on the Hd Mini?
Pocket Mechanic, Sktools, Memmaid
I've heard that Pocket mechanic does not work on the T5555 while Memmaid seems to fit the screen but have no feedback regarding the Sktools, even the lite version.
Thanks
I use ClearTemp for the junk files, nothing for registry
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I use ClearTemp for the junk files, nothing for registry
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Ok, I did not know that, but don't you think you would gain more stability and speed installing a tool for registry cleanup?
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Ok, I did not know that, but don't you think you would gain more stability and speed installing a tool for registry cleanup?
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I don't think so.
I prefer limiting the hacking things.
I had a Diamond for 2 years, and effectively I used a lot of tools to manage ram and registry, but with poor success. A the end I always had to make a soft reset. In the HD mini the included task manager seems enough. I used a full week without turning off and it is still very stable.
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Ok, I did not know that, but don't you think you would gain more stability and speed installing a tool for registry cleanup?
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Completely agree with moscard.
I used my old smartphone as a computer for one year and I always tried to keep it clean and optimized, but it was more obessive than useful. Now I'm using my Mini without taking care of anything and you know what, I'm enjoying it more.
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I don't think so.
I used a full week without turning off and it is still very stable.
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That's great, I understand your point of view, a stable machine is what counts most.
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Completely agree with moscard.
I used my old smartphone as a computer for one year and I always tried to keep it clean and optimized, but it was more obessive than useful. Now I'm using my Mini without taking care of anything and you know what, I'm enjoying it more.
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Yeah, I agree, but I'm interested in such software tools cause when I bought my DEll X30 some years ago, it was completely unstable due to some bluetooth problems and I had to soft reset it several times per week. Then I installed Pocket Mechanic and that little program represented the best money I've ever spent on a pda cause I've been using my pda since then without other issues.
I used SkTools for cleaning temp files, optimising etc... I havent noticed it was of much help (yet)..
I use :-
ClearRAM to free up the ram
ArkSwitch for program control
MySoftReset to reboot the phone
SKTools does help to a certain degree.. previously on my touch pro2, startup was slow, and running 6.5 (1st update) was a pain in the butt.. but i still loved the phone.. the clean up and optimise features of the SKTools really did help alot...
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Pocket Mechanic,Memmaid
Thanks
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I use both of them! They are working fine!
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I use both of them! They are working fine!
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You sure? In another topic someone said the pocket mechanic is not working properly on the Mini due to the strange screen resolution.
which version of pocket mechanic you have use and do you any problem with resolution?
Well, the version I'm using now is for my Dell x30. I'm just wondering how many softwares are fully compatible with the Mini before going for it! I will wait until the prices drop a bit. I'm sure they're gonna fall by at least 20% just before winter season, when the pressure of the upcoming Windows Phone 7 will be at its high.
I don't want to throw too much money in since I think a fair price for this product is around 270/300 euros and, furthermore, I don't want a device too new, since a fine tuning is always underway when new products are released. What I'm doing now is to figure out which software works and which not. On an Italian forum I've read there's a patch that allows qvga sofware to run on this device, I'll try to grab more info.
Thanks
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which version of pocket mechanic you have use and do you any problem with resolution?
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Pocket Mechanic Professional 2.98
rigo007 said:
Pocket Mechanic Professional 2.98
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And do you have problems with it or not?
Sktools iz sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet