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What do these .cab do in the extended rom?

First let me say, I've searched this site, googled these questions and used wiki.xda-developers.com to try and answers my questions before posting. I couldn't find the answers.
I've downloaded and installed the T-Mobile UK ROM on my JasJar (I know that imate has a more "updated ROM", but I want A2DP and I don't really care about Push Email. Plus, the "Lock" function is playing havoc with my GPS Applications. Anyway, here are my questions. What do these CABs do? (Found in the UK Extended ROM v1.20)
Remove_CE_UA.sa.cab
Signed_TMO_Add-MSN_Del-SAPSettins.sa.CAB
Signed_UNI_TMO_UAProf.sa.CAB
Signed_USIM.sa.CAB
Any help would be greatly appreciated. I'll post a full explanation of what all the CABs do in the extended rom once I figure out what the remaining four do.
Also, is there a way to "view" what a CAB file does? Do I need a hex editor?
Thanks
Justin

Download WinCE cab manager and you can see what each cab file does. It will show what registry changes, files added, etc, There is usually a xml file that changes the registry and will show you what is removed or added. The software is not cheap, but you can download a trial, that lets you open it upto 30 times (so download and keep it open until you have examined all the cab file in your extended rom) It can also be used to make your own cab files. I used it to create my personal settings like owner, ie tweaks, registry tweaks, etc

Thank you....
Eagle1,
Thanks for the tip. It was invaluable. I was able to piece together what (I think) each of the cab files do (both with the Extended ROM from I-Mate and the one from T-Mobile). I'll try to post my findings in the next couple of days. It may be a good thing to add to wiki.xda-developers.com if there is enough interest in it. The post will be VERY LONG, because I cut all the XML files and pasted into my Word Document. It now sits are ~22 pages for just the T-Mobile stuff. It'll be longer because I'd like to comment on the changes. Some were new registry changes, but others were not (so I really don't understand the purposes of those cab files).
Anyway, again thanks for your help. I now know a lot more than when I started. BTW, the program link you sent me has changed their "Trial Period". It now only lets you open it 15 times vice 30. Just FYI. Thanks again.
Justin

Orange Homescreen on non orange phone? (customization)

hello to all
I installed Orange Homescreen on my WM5 blue-angel.
It it by far the cleanest plug-in I've ever used! Two problems though:
1. The URLs seem to be hard coded - anyway of changing that?
2. On the contacts "tab" there is an option for speed dial, but it generates an error when I try to use it - is there some other CAB I need to install?
Thank you!

Hi AdmiralAK,
I love the Orange today plugin too, but have had a lot of trouble installing it on the other Rom's for my Universal. Can you tell which files you used to install it :?:
As for the problems your having:
1. The URL's can be changed by editing the Full_one.xml file.
But your still limited to four.
2. In the Orange Rom, some of the files have a lower case t prefix.
Try changing renaming your speed dial executable. It might work :wink:

Thanks!
I downloaded the homescreen cab from somewhere on this board (this was a few days ago so I am not completely sure). I found two versions. One was in the ftp://xda-developers.com/Universal/Extended_ROMs/Orange Extended ROM/
(this one I did not install because I had the otherone already installed)
(ok after a little looking I found it)
I am actually using the Orange Homescreen from the Orange SPV M3100 (hermes device) - this is the one that is installed on my Blue angel and it works without a problem. --> I am attaching it.
(I apologize to the forum for postnig the same file again - I cannot find the link to it)
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As for the speed dialer - I don't think I have the application installed on my blue angel (I am using the 1.3beta rom from HELMI and I don't seem to be able to find it) in my device - any idea where to get it?
Also, is the XML file that I need to edit in the windows/ directory?
Thanks

google tells me that the full_one.xml file is in my windows directory...but I dont see it :-/

The CAB from the Orange Ext ROM is just the reg settings, its no good without the files from the Orange ROM.
I'll try the file you posted this weekend [if I get the chance] :?
Yes, the XML file is in the Windows folder.
It works inconjuction with the HomeScreen.dll, with some icons stored in contactsico.dll.
I've added these files and the prefixed t files from the Windows folder of my Universal, I hope they're useful.

Have you tried the file ?

Hmm.. performing back up now.. and going to try it out. Hope it is easy to uninstall.
[UPDATE]
Ok, tested out the plugin. It is a nice plugin. Make your phone more like a phone than a PDA. It gives you one hand operation by using the direction buttons, making calls and stuff. However, since it will disable all other plugins, I won't recommend others whom uses Today calendar plugins such as Pocket Breeze, TodayAgenda, TodayPlus, etc.. to use this orange plugin. Uninstall is easy.
Screen shot of it here http://www.coolsmartphone.com/article569.html
under the section `INSIDE`. It is the same for smart phone and pda phone. You will see all the options available. And the 'Today' option actually sends you to the (built in) Calendar day view.

Hi, have you used the cab file and zip file above ?

Ok, I tried the plugin posted here by AdmiralAK, on my Universal.
First thing I noticed was it actually ran on the O2 ROM.
Second thing was how small the icons are compared to the plguin built into the Orange Universal ROM.
But I guess that makes sence as the screens are very different sizes. More importantly must of the plugin works fine.
I'm sure a little editing would probably have it all working.
What I did notice is its totally different to the Universal plugin, none of the files i've edited to get the universal version working the way I want it to, exist in this version. Hence the Full_one.xml, t* and .bmh files are not in the Windows folder.
I've gone back to the Orange ROM, as I have it running the way I want and the bigger icons are easier to use on the Universal. But i'll be keeping this version as I may get a TyTn next year.

Cool program. But too bad, limited customizable.
Hi people,
Great software, I was looking to try this on my MDA Vario. Too bad of it's limitations. Good to try out and see how it works.
Though I was thinking of visually designing a kind of similar application and find some great developers on this site to help me create it. Of course if anyone is interested in this kind of functionality.
Anyone already interested? let me know. i hope to have some draft ideas on here in the form of screenshots as soon as possible. but now it's diner time see ya.
Cheers,
Shah.

I have tried editing the 'full_one.xml' file, then soft reset....however it hasn't changed anything...
did i miss something?

Hi guy,
I've tried to resize the icon of plug-in and it's ok in portrait but no in landscape, I think it's a registry problem for landscape.
I'd like to use the plug-in on no orange rom.
I'll find the way to get more than 4 custom option but i get without icon.
The file full_one.xml is linked with other file of the orange rom so I think that's one problem.

@Shah2,
I'd be interested in a plugin like this, that has a few more options [see below] and works on all ROM's.
I have no programing skills or abilities, but i'd help out where I can. :wink:
@minty1978,
The Full_one.xml file only lets you edit the Labels and the URL's in the plugin.
@filippodisvevia,
I'd like to use the plug-in on a none Orange ROM too.
Then I wouldn't have to kepp hiding my Universal from the IT guys at work. :lol:
The 3 things I'd like to change on the plugin are:
1. Have more than 5 URL's in the Web section.
2. Have more than 4 programs in the Launch section.
3. Have all seven sections appear on the screen [at least in portrate mode][/i]

I'm a littlebit busy but I want resolve this match.
Stay tuned

Concept Orange Homescreen Pimped Beta 0.1
Hi people,
I told ya that I was interested in making the Orange Homescreen even better than it is at the moment.
THESE ARE PURELY PHOTOSHOP MOCKUPS!
Image number 1 shows the use of today plugin as we know them. It's just to give an example. All the other screens speak for themselves.
If anyone has his/her own ideas please share them in this thread. I would also like to draw the attention of developers who might be interested in creating this for real, and not just some photoshop images, please let me know.
Cheers,
Shah

Hi Shah,
Thats way more complex, than I was looking for. :shock:
But, If this was to be built as a new plugin, hopefully it could be scalable, using a .ini or .xml file. Like the real Orange plugin does. 8)
The only I don't really like, is the other plugins showing as in pic.1.
I have other plugins switched on while i'm at work, and the Orange one at night. I find the empty desktop more relaxing. :wink:

ZaForD said:
Hi Shah,
Thats way more complex, than I was looking for. :shock:
But, If this was to be built as a new plugin, hopefully it could be scalable, using a .ini or .xml file. Like the real Orange plugin does. 8)
The only I don't really like, is the other plugins showing as in pic.1.
I have other plugins switched on while i'm at work, and the Orange one at night. I find the empty desktop more relaxing. :wink:
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Hi ZaForD
The complexity is actually quite limited. Because if you use the plugin most of the options are the same. Most of the items are just additions to the rest of the plugin.
And for the pic 1. I can image it's not that nice. But with input we can work on making it more general so that people will like it.
Personally I would like to have the standaard Today screen plugins visible because they are still usefull.
It's also a possibility that all the items are configerable to meet users needs. For example standaard options like the original homescreen for users that want the basic functionalities, and advanced options for users who want more options. so that every page is user configerable.
Anything is possible in Photoshop haha. but seriously if there are any developers who are interested please leave a note.
Cheers,
Shah

I stopped using the plugin - no matter how much I liked it - because it did not show me tasks tat need to be done.
I would be interested in something more complex than it is now (at least show me my tasks) but maybe not as complex as the mockups. scalability would be cool

What do you think he is trying to do?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=63214&highlight=

Any updates on this?
I have a Prophet and tested the plugin, however there are some things that I can't edit (cause I don't have an Orange ROM)...

My first WM please help :(

Hello
Ive just got the HTC Touch and its the first time I use a WM phone.
I feel there are many options missing and I'd love some help from you guys. this is my first post.
First is there a way we can create a shortcut that directly starts a new SMS msg to send ?
How do I make some programs start automatically as windows starts ?
The built-in calculator is the ugliest thing ever, i want an easy to use calc and not scientific , not necessarily loaded with options. I used calcium for N95 i loved it it was just perfect and straight to the point. ( http://www.mtvoid.com/calcium/ )
what a good registry editor for WM ?
......eum , ill add more questions later
hope u guys can help
edit: Also how can i add more profiles ? like beep once and such ?

spacefonkey10 said:
Hello
Ive just got the HTC Touch and its the first time I use a WM phone.
I feel there are many options missing and I'd love some help from you guys. this is my first post.
First is there a way we can create a shortcut that directly starts a new SMS msg to send ?
How do I make some programs start automatically as windows starts ?
The built-in calculator is the ugliest thing ever, i want an easy to use calc and not scientific , not necessarily loaded with options. I used calcium for N95 i loved it it was just perfect and straight to the point. ( http://www.mtvoid.com/calcium/ )
what a good registry editor for WM ?
......eum , ill add more questions later
hope u guys can help
edit: Also how can i add more profiles ? like beep once and such ?
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Hi
First of all, welcome!
Then please READ here: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Elf
or here: http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Elfin
depending on your device
Good luck,

Welcome to xda
Firstly we have a Q&A section here on xda. if you have questions, please post them there.
Secondly:
As orb has already stated just about anything you can ever imagine can be found in the wiki, as he included some links to get you started.
Thirdly (Yes i'm getting somewhere keep reading )
Shortcuts can be created to create new sms's
you will need to know how to make .lnk files which are simply pure text files containing a path, read on here.
To make programs start up with windows a link to the program needs to be placed in the windows\start up\ folder
Try total commander for a registry editor\ advanced file explorer
For programs check freeware websites such as these.

Diamond 2.00.421.1_CE_OS_19965 (Build 19965.1.2.3) Update 31/12/2008

My new 2.00.421.1.v3 xip & build 19965.1.2.3 ------Built 31/12/2008
This is based on the african rom the one with the fastest Manila it's Just so FAST This is as I thought "IT" should have been on Release!!! Well maybe not the skins
Bug Report ----- NONE to Date Ok I missed a BIT !
Dialer text color Fixed 31/12/2008
Change log SYS start date 31/12/2008
5.2.20929 aku 1500 | WindowsLive………….…………10.6.39.1300…………………….New 10.6.46.800
5.2.20757 aku 1400 | WindowsLive_DPI_192……10.6.39.1300………….…………New 10.6.42.1900
5.2.20757 aku 1400 | WindowsLive_Lang_0409
Change log OEM start date 31/12/2008
Diamond"AdobePDF"="2_5_103401_01"OLD.......NEW BlackStone"AdobePDF"="2_5_1_0_360303_00"
NEW BlackStone DataDisconnect"1_13_0_0"
NEW BlackStone_SocialNetworksEngine"1_0_18203021_00"
NEW AdobeFlashLite="2_1_0_0R1"
NEW BlackStone CommManager"2_7_2_4"
NEW Raphael_GSensorCalibrator"1_0_18192126_0"
Guys This ROM is for SHARING "It's NOT Locked
If you want to Re Cook It Please just Ask "First" PM me
I have some option.xml and initflashfiles.txt files that will complete the kitchen
Please guys kitchens are for experenced user's, You can brick you device, So think before you ask, I'll give you the Kitchen but Remember it's your DEVICE!!
To-do
Find a way to set background to same as desktop black to go with the white text ( If you know how to do this Please save me some time and PM of post here
finish 10 button comms-manager, to edit,
Removed”
customer feedback, catalog, enterprise, Welcome centre, auto update, netce2
Finished
Most of dialer to Black just some extras to add
Media Player skins
Calc skins
Added”
IE6, VOIP, Voice commands, NETCE3.5, Remote Desk Top, calculator skin, Modified Dialer skins, Media player skin, Total commander, Raphael G sensor, Adobe flashlite 3.1, SPB Screenshots, DotFred task mgr3.1, Advanced config3.3, BlackStone SocialNetworks, AsyncKiller, ClearStorage 1.5, Swampy395 Custom Folders, Manila Tweeks – call history – Text Zoom – Calender – CommManager TABs + Black Clock
Also some 90% of the most popular Diamond Tweeks are cooked in plus color titlebar icons,
Get hard spl here see second post unsigned recommended
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=400950
Get Radio here the 1.00.25.05 better battery life
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=407956
Some useful links
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Diamond
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=398265
Read about the south African base rom here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=456905
Guys I'v added some more sys/Tools If you play around and find any settings that make this faster/better PLS post here of PM me and I will cook them in.
DOWNLOAD ROM V3
http://www.4shared.com/file/78335865/b6193ff6/Swampy395_Diamond_2004211v3_Beta.html
DOWNLOAD ROM V2
http://www.4shared.com/file/77674611/1f1260dd/Swampy395_Diamond_2004211v2_Beta.html
Best regards
Swampy395

wow... it seems great.. i will try it soon...
Thanks so much... and merry christmas!

Just flashed to it, seems very nice, but there is multiple copies of apps, for example there is two file explorers, three calculators which one of them is total commander.
Really fast! merry christmas!

lattiS710 said:
Just flashed to it, seems very nice, but there is multiple copies of apps, for example there is two file explorers, three calculators which one of them is total commander.
Really fast! merry christmas!
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Thanks dude I had to miss something will correct the shortcuts and post a fix cab,for now! till sunday when i will up load a fixed ROM and with the dialer skins finnished
Regards
swampy395
P.S. the one in tools is total cmd

Found another thing. In the ringtone and etc, settings both background and text is white.
Can u fix so we can have same background on every page, as the homepage?

Nice one... looks great!!!

This is definatly the fastest ROM I have used in a while, and apart from the doubling up of some programs in the all programs section (which isn't a problem really) is pretty much perfect!
Good job, thanks!

dervish666 said:
This is definatly the fastest ROM I have used in a while, and apart from the doubling up of some programs in the all programs section (which isn't a problem really) is pretty much perfect!
Good job, thanks!
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Hi there
I put file explorer and calculator into the start menu as I use them alot, It's just some shortcuts it's seeing, IE: "All programs" checks the start_menu and all sub folders for "shortcuts" There's only 1 program installed, If you would like to do a test copy a shortcut to some other folder in start menu and open all programs and there will be 1 extra in all programs
I'll have a look and see if i can do it in the reg using "menu options"
regards
swampy395

Extra programs
Guys I had a look at this minor proble of multiple files in "All Programs" If I use The menu option in settings to put these shortcuts into the menu then NO Multiple copys are found, But a BIG "BUT" If you replace them using "setting menu options" IT dumps them in "Programs folder" - "THIS I LIKE to KEEP CLEAN" So Tough
If you wan't to get rid of the duplicate shortcuts then use total CMD and delete the following
Windows\start menu\Programs\Accessories\Calculator.lnk + Contacts.lnk + File Explorer.lnk
Windows\start menu\Programs\Connections\Comm Manager.lnk
Now if you should change the shortcuts in start_menu!, using settings\Menu the old shortcut will be found in Windows\start Menu\Programs\*.lnk
P.S. Guys if you use the dot fred task manager Supplyed with this ROM you can copy your Launcher settings to a *.reg file and restore them in seconds and not see the all programs page "So" that's y I didn't spot the duplicates
Enjoy
best regards Happy New Year to you ALL
swampy395

Benchmark
hi swampy395,
did a benchmark on your ROM, see my regular thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=2385460&postcount=1

I have tried your rom for 5 days or so, and I haven't found a single bug, except for the double entry's but that doesn't matter to me..
Its the fastest .rom and manilla tf3d i've ever flashed on me diamond!
But. I have a question: I dont have problems with WWE, but before I always had a Dutch .rom
Is it possible to have this rom in Dutch? (NLD) ?
btw: found out that you can slide the email messages like in the touchflo3d with this rom..
if you click on a envelope in tf3d it opens the email,then you can slide to the following email by sliding to the left or right, never noticed this before? is it new in 2.00 rom ?
Grtz Lars.

larsjeee said:
I have tried your rom for 5 days or so, and I haven't found a single bug, except for the double entry's but that doesn't matter to me..
Its the fastest .rom and manilla tf3d i've ever flashed on me diamond!
But. I have a question: I dont have problems with WWE, but before I always had a Dutch .rom
Is it possible to have this rom in Dutch? (NLD) ?
btw: found out that you can slide the email messages like in the touchflo3d with this rom..
if you click on a envelope in tf3d it opens the email,then you can slide to the following email by sliding to the left or right, never noticed this before? is it new in 2.00 rom ?
Grtz Lars.
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Yer it's cool also works in SMS TOOOOooooo
On the dutch rom sorry buddy I had no luck translating a rom once before,
As I say in first post if you want cook it PM me

swampy395 said:
Yer it's cool also works in SMS TOOOOooooo
On the dutch rom sorry buddy I had no luck translating a rom once before,
As I say in first post if you want cook it PM me
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dont have experience in cooking, all i know is that you need dutch packages to create a other language .rom so, maybe it's not yet possible.. but i can wait till dutch versions based on 2.0 rom comes out..
and as the rom is so fast and stable I leave it like it is now
grtz Lars.

problem
1 NASAI GOOD AND SYNCHARITIRIA, one problem is that the interviews PHONES TO CALL OR NOT VLEPEIS numbers ...

basilism said:
1 NASAI GOOD AND SYNCHARITIRIA, one problem is that the interviews PHONES TO CALL OR NOT VLEPEIS numbers ...
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Hi can you post a screen shot please
I Know that some text is black in the dialer on black background and some white on white in the settings pages I am looking at this but it's slow
I found this Black Dialer skin It's what I Was trying to do Install this for now and i'll cook it in "v3"
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=438412&highlight=diamond+stock

Swampy,
I am cooking my own ROM based on yours. And I must say: this base is excellent.
Many many thanks ...
If I can do anything for you, just let me know
PS: I updated my signature

iXiR said:
Swampy,
I am cooking my own ROM based on yours. And I must say: this base is excellent.
Many many thanks ...
If I can do anything for you, just let me know
PS: I updated my signature
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Your welcome

Thank you + suggestions
Hi man,
Thank you so much for this ROM. Excellent work!
I have to minor suggestions:
1) As you mentioned, http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...=diamond+stock, is a must have for v3
2) Would it be possible to use the standard white clock on the Home Tab. Its easier to see in daylight.
Regards,
Ole

link
eloo said:
Hi man,
Thank you so much for this ROM. Excellent work!
I have to minor suggestions:
1) As you mentioned, http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...=diamond+stock, is a must have for v3
2) Would it be possible to use the standard white clock on the Home Tab. Its easier to see in daylight.
Regards,
Ole
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Hi there i'll have a look but your link don't work?
swampy395

This link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=438412&highlight=diamond+stock
You mentioned it earlier .

[REQUEST] A Manila style NOTES app WM6.5

Hi Guys,
I often use default wm Notes program in my htc.
Recently i thought about creating a simple and pretty program with htc manila style, instead of boring wm notes.
Personally, I can't create such a program, because I don't know the programming language
However, I made several assumptions that I should comply..
*very simple -just basic funkcions: add, view, edit and delete notes
*Fast loading during startup (in my opinion the most important)
see attachment
So if someone can create that app or something like that it will be great
P.S.
I made some graphics which can be useful and
if anyone would be interested in the "project" I can send psd file
write any ideas and attentions ..whatever you want

If you use CHT2.0 theres a "Notes" widget made by poyensa.
Have a scan over the HD2 themes and apps and you should find it.
Hope that helps......

conantroutman said:
If you use CHT2.0 theres a "Notes" widget made by poyensa.
Have a scan over the HD2 themes and apps and you should find it.
Hope that helps......
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thanks for the reply, I used the CHT but now I went back to the standard TFD3 with several mods...
However, the poyensa's program is preety but I mean something different
(I forgot to add attachment before, I fixed it now)
I mean something like qtask or Sense Tasks..

Ahh right ok...
Not sure what to suggest in that case, sorry
Sent From My Fingers To Your Face.....