My signal is pretty bad and my wifi is too but I only deal with roms, not radios and people are constantly updating their radios. I have one of Josh's roms so what radio should I get, and if I were to get a new radio would it clear all the info on my device as if I were flashing to a new rom? Thanks
gabriel713281 said:
My signal is pretty bad and my wifi is too but I only deal with roms, not radios and people are constantly updating their radios. I have one of Josh's roms so what radio should I get, and if I were to get a new radio would it clear all the info on my device as if I were flashing to a new rom? Thanks
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You might do. Make a note of your current radio so you can go back if things get worse. Try the latest one for starters and see what results you get. You can Flash Radios from your SD Card and not lose any data. I used to keep all the Kaiser ones on my phone and keep flashing until I found a good one.
What radio is best for you? Well, there is no answer I can give. It depends on where you live, on what network, and what ROM you're using. From what I've read, latest is best (I'm not on the latest yet, but when mine was the latest it was the best I'd tried).
Dave
gabriel713281 said:
My signal is pretty bad and my wifi is too but I only deal with roms, not radios and people are constantly updating their radios. I have one of Josh's roms so what radio should I get, and if I were to get a new radio would it clear all the info on my device as if I were flashing to a new rom? Thanks
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ALWAYS flash a new ROM, just search for the newest Radios in this TOUCH PRO2/TILT forum or the wiki. There are always newer updated radios. It takes minutes to flash a new radio from start to finish. THIS CANNOT BRICK YOUR PHONE!!
So, experiment. I did and found 2 radios that were better than a stock radio. I went from 2 bars in good areas and 1 bar in bad ones to 4 bars in good areas and 2-3 bars in the bad areas. It just depends on your region and carrier.
Check my sig for the radio I am using. It seems to work the best for T-Mobile, my gps, wi-fi, and phone signal dramatically improved after flashing a new radio. So, trust me, spend the time to flash a new radio and you'll most definitely see a difference from the stock radio. Let me know how this works out.
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THIS CANNOT BRICK YOUR PHONE!!
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No, but if you flash untested radios you can have problems unless your device is security unlocked. Some buggy radios cannot be removed, and if they are poor quality, you're in a world of pain .
Moral of the story, always read the feedback, and don't flash untested radios unless you know and understand the risks .
Dave
I went from having No signal in the back corner of my first floor apartment to 1-2 bar 3G Thanks! (No sarcasam intended)
What radio did you flash? I have T-Mobile and only get 2 to 0 3G bars at work. It is really interfering with my music streaming. Would love to get mor bars.
Just want to subscribe to the thread.
Radio Version: 4.49.25.57 (HTC, T-Mobile)
gabriel713281 said:
Radio Version: 4.49.25.57 (HTC, T-Mobile)
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From where did you get the radio and have you noticed any improvement in your 3G number of bars?
thebrenda said:
From where did you get the radio and have you noticed any improvement in your 3G number of bars?
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Just search this Touch Pro 2 forum or the Rhodium wiki here and you will find all the radios available for download. If you use T-Mobile, the one in my signature below is the best I found and apparently Gabe here too! So just search, it only takes a couple minutes.
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Is there a hack/reg edit to get better reception/signal?
Like for Motorola phones EFR=Enhance Full Rate
None that I've seen. The new HTC_WWE_1.33.422.1_4.1.13.51_03.07.90_Ship Rom seems to have stronger radio. I get way better reception in my area since switching to it.
I get a better signal with the new ROM as well. I could never hold on to a call in the elevators at work, NEVER. Now I no longer drop calls and keep 3 bars signal in the elevators. Do the update if you haven't already.
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None that I've seen. The new HTC_WWE_1.33.422.1_4.1.13.51_03.07.90_Ship Rom seems to have stronger radio. I get way better reception in my area since switching to it.
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I'll vouch for that.. I just stuffed the new ROM on from using the old T-mobile ROM and the store down the street I wouldn't get any reception inside, I now have three bars. Another positive is how flipping fast this thing runs now.
also, even the rogers rom will give you a better reception...
Will I lose all my information when converting to this new ROM? More importantly, will it remove the T-Mobile apps and such?
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Will I lose all my information when converting to this new ROM? More importantly, will it remove the T-Mobile apps and such?
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Yep. You'll need to backup everything. Just imagine it as a reformat to your PC.
If the OP only installed the Radio portion of the rom would they lose all of their info.
Well, im using the new rogers ROM at this point, and in my office, we never can get reception with any cell. But with the rogers ROM, it says I have two bars right now, and I *just* tried calling my voice mail and now its just sitting there saying "dialing".... although it says I have two bars...
I just flashed htc rom on my Dash. I don't notice any change at all in my signal
The signal on my Dash has not changed with the new HTC rom installed
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The signal on my Dash has not changed with the new HTC rom installed
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yes it has, please check again
Intrigued
I'm intrigued by this, I could sure use more signal.
Does this rom also have the voice command built in ?
IF so where can i find it?
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I'm intrigued by this, I could sure use more signal.
Does this rom also have the voice command built in ?
IF so where can i find it?
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Voice Command is NOT included, but the post below walks through getting it setup.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=1834188&postcount=154
The result is that call announcement over bluetooth finally works.
WTH
Ill give it a shot what the hell...
Trust me, you won't be dissapointed. I just did it a week ago and I'm glad I did.
Foiled
I got a
"This Update Utility cannot be used for your Smartphone.
Please Check your update utility."
Bottomr right corner:
"1/452:98:5-N-HUEbc57-EYED55670"
anyway around this?
(tmobile dash unlocked btw)
Higher micro sd sizes.
I've read that there are a few roms out there that add support for higher capacity microsd cards.
Does anyone know if this is one ?
I did post this in another thread, but..
I flashed with the newest RADIO, on my Dash.
I get higher bars, but I get NO BETTER SIGNAL.
Before you do a complete rom flash, I would just flash the new radio as mentioned earlier in this thread.
I hoped to get a better signal at work, but all I got was higher bars with the same signal as before.
spikey911 said:
I did post this in another thread, but..
I flashed with the newest RADIO, on my Dash.
I get higher bars, but I get NO BETTER SIGNAL.
Before you do a complete rom flash, I would just flash the new radio as mentioned earlier in this thread.
I hoped to get a better signal at work, but all I got was higher bars with the same signal as before.
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Ditto!!! It appears to have a stronger signal when it really doesn't
Hi guys, I'm sure this type of question has been beat to death, but mine is a bit more specific. If I'm not mistaken, different radios will have different performances on different cellphone carrier networks, the one in question here is Rogers Wireless in Canada which I'm on.
I am currently using 1.00.25.05 which I read is pretty good in terms of battery life and everything else. However I'm not too content with this radio because it seems like I've experience a lot more dropped calls since switching to this radio. So my question is, which one is the best for the Rogers network? For me, best means excellent reception and battery life. Thanks in advance.
i have tried all of the latest ones but best by far has been:
1.09.25.23
it does depend on the ROM as well I think and maybe this should have been posted in radio thread
I find 1.09.25.23 to work very well too...I'm in Toronto. Signal is a little inconsistent in some parts of my house...but that's to be expected with lots of new condo buildings popping up in the area...I assume those buildings are affecting signal from the radio towers. Battery life is decent considering I am using the 1000mah Seideo...get's through a full day most of the time with my level of use...4-8 text messages...and about an hour voice.
To me, I tried many recent radio up to 1.12.xx, but I still find that 1.00.25.06 (the default Rogers radio) is the best in terms of reception bars Battery is decent as well.
BB88 said:
To me, I tried many recent radio up to 1.12.xx, but I still find that 1.00.25.06 (the default Rogers radio) is the best in terms of reception bars Battery is decent as well.
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Toronto area? Also...which ROM? Recently, I've had trouble holding signal with 1.00.25.06 and am not sure why.
I am in Toronto and have never really had a problem with default one either. Maybe I don't know what I am missing but since I have never really had a problem with it I have never changed it. So I am using 1.00.25.06 with the latest Energy ROM.
I just came back from a cruise to Alaska. 1.14. worked very well for me the whole trip. From San Francisco to Alaska then to Victoria. GPS pick up was very quick and phone reception was great even off shore.
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I just came back from a cruise to Alaska. 1.14. worked very well for me the whole trip. From San Francisco to Alaska then to Victoria. GPS pick up was very quick and phone reception was great even off shore.
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Which 1.14? There's 1.14.25.05 and 1.14.25.24...
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i have tried all of the latest ones but best by far has been:
1.09.25.23
it does depend on the ROM as well I think and maybe this should have been posted in radio thread
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Yes...I too realize this stuff could be posted in the radio thread...but consider that on this thread we have Roger's Wireless customers; unless it's not good thing to have a carrier-oriented thread. I understood that radio performance (signal and battery) is most likely influenced by carrier and location. It's difficult in the main radio thread to determine who is a Roger's customer. My 2 cents...
1.00.25.06
I am using the factory radio .. and I have never faced any problems with my calls, reception or GPS (somewhat)....
With GPS there have been times when the fix was delayed by 3-4 minutes. But everything else ... OK
I am sure some members would be able to shed some more light on the perfect combination of ROM + RADIO
CR
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Toronto area? Also...which ROM? Recently, I've had trouble holding signal with 1.00.25.06 and am not sure why.
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I have been using Dutty's 3.6b and 4.0 for the longest time. Recently I have been trying EnergyRom 3, Gen.Y 1.2x, and Shaks 4.3. Not sure if it is ROM related, the signal bar at work is 1 bar less now. Though, it's still going pretty strong. I may try other radio with these new ROMs.
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Which 1.14? There's 1.14.25.05 and 1.14.25.24...
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Sorry about that. 1.14.25.05 w/rll
I'm using BsB 6.5 I with 1.12.25.16 and the signal is good, no drop calls quick connects etc
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I'm using BsB 6.5 I with 1.12.25.16 and the signal is good, no drop calls quick connects etc
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Let is know how it goes with 1.14.25.05.
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Let is know how it goes with 1.14.25.05.
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To me it seems the same as 1.12.25.16...one thing i did kinda notice is my device getting a little hot (when using opera, as well as after a soft reset)...not sure if that is a result of the radio or the flashing i have been doin lately...will test a little longer
I've been using 1.00.25.05 but have notice loss of service in areas where I previously had service. I'm going back to the default Rogers radio of 1.00.25.06
I know a lot of you out there are obviously updating to newer, cooked ROMs. This by far is the best bet when spending the kind of money we are on these phones. You get much more out of your new phone than it is capable of doing from the factory or retail store.
I want to instill in everyone's mind how truly important it is to check out the new radios available for the phone. It takes literally 5 minutes or less start to finish to flash a new radio. You won't lose your newly flashed ROM or any settings that I have found. So, please take notice to my advice. Below is the link for all the newly updated radios for our device. Check out a few of them and make some calls, use your gps. I believe you will be much happier with a new radio, because frankly the stock radios are garbage.
My call signal strength is maxed out in my home whereas it only had 2-3 bars before. My gps doesn't lag behind me anymore, and My Location works perfectly since flashing a new radio. So, try one out. It definitely can't hurt. Below is the link to the thread with all of the newer radios. ENJOY!!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=549939
i never knew what the radios purpose was, i had a hunch i was something like what you described here but now that im sure id like to say thank you and ill definitely be changing my radio
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I know a lot of you out there are obviously updating to newer, cooked ROMs. This by far is the best bet when spending the kind of money we are on these phones. You get much more out of your new phone than it is capable of doing from the factory or retail store.
I want to instill in everyone's mind how truly important it is to check out the new radios available for the phone. It takes literally 5 minutes or less start to finish to flash a new radio. You won't lose your newly flashed ROM or any settings that I have found. So, please take notice to my advice. Below is the link for all the newly updated radios for our device. Check out a few of them and make some calls, use your gps. I believe you will be much happier with a new radio, because frankly the stock radios are garbage.
My call signal strength is maxed out in my home whereas it only had 2-3 bars before. My gps doesn't lag behind me anymore, and My Location works perfectly since flashing a new radio. So, try one out. It definitely can't hurt. Below is the link to the thread with all of the newer radios. ENJOY!!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=549939
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You're TMO-US, right? Which radio did you use?
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You're TMO-US, right? Which radio did you use?
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He mentioned in another thread that the radio he flashed to is the one ending in .57, and that's the one I'd suggest you start with. I happen to have it already because it's the one that comes with the stock T-mo 6.5 ROM...but if you've running any ROM's with a different radio, you'll want to give this one a shot. A few other T-mo users have reported good results with the .77 radio, but I'd still start with the .57 if you haven't already.
thanks outerdepth...
I have always figured I should update my radio, but never bothered/got around to it. Your post re-motivated me, so I updated from .25 to .77 and...
100% improvement!!
My gps accuracy used to be off by about a city block, which I attributed to the fact that 'oh well its a cel phone, what can I expect', now is accurate within a meter or two.
My data speeds are much improved, and I dunno if its my imagination or not, but calls even seem clearer and have a better sound quality to them.
Dont know about battery drain yet, but its not really important to me cause I'm a truck driver, so I can leave my phone plugged in most of the time in the truck
Thanks!!
So this might be a dumb question but are these radio updates official? They overwrite ROM so I'm kinda always wary to ever try this. I have the official HTC ROM from their website and I assume you can flash it back but I'm not sure.
The ROM will stay, all your contacts/text/etc will stay, and you SHOULD NOT have to worry about losing anything. You can use a program like SPB Back Up or Sprite back up if you are worried though.
Which radio to use on TP2 on Sprint?
Does my location and company plays any part on this issue of the radios?
I have a 6.5 AT&T Rom in Puerto Rico
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Which radio to use on TP2 on Sprint?
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You want to head over here
http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/showthread.php?t=90342
I switched to VZW 1.88 and it is about the same as the PCS 2.32 in my area but I put a bunch of radios on my SD card in case I travel and have no bars so I can use this method to flash on the go.
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Does my location and company plays any part on this issue of the radios?
I have a 6.5 AT&T Rom in Puerto Rico
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The thread about TP2 Radios tells you how to choose the ones that will work for you, just look for the ones that say AT&T and start there.
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So this might be a dumb question but are these radio updates official? They overwrite ROM so I'm kinda always wary to ever try this. I have the official HTC ROM from their website and I assume you can flash it back but I'm not sure.
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The radio-roms are "official". However, in order to flash one you have to first do the HardSPL, which isn't official....and may not be completely reversible, depending on what carrier-branded (if any) phone you have.
The only reason this SPL issue may matter is if you have to return for warranty return. If they swap the phone for you in a store then surely nobody in a store will know the difference...but if you have to send it to HTC then non-stock tampering may be evident.
That being said, it hasn't stopped me from taking full benefit of what this site has to offer and make full use of what is possible with my TP2.
Good advice for everyone.
Some of the newer cooked roms require a particular radio...or at least will work best with a particular radio. Before flashing any new rom, read to see if the chef suggests a certain one.
Tanks sirphunkee
Does my phone have to be unlocked to install a new radio as is the case with installing a new ROM?
gotvet said:
Does my phone have to be unlocked to install a new radio as is the case with installing a new ROM?
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No, the security lock only prevents you from switching carriers. Shouldn't affect the radio.
And in any case the phone doesn't have to be unlocked to install a custom ROM, it has to have a different hard SPL.
I've found the forums that explain to me how to flash a custom radio, but I haven't been able to find a thread that explains why I would want to do it. What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a custom radio and what are some good radios for my DInc with CM6.1?
all radios are good in the same sense. Ok basically a different radio can give you better signal or battery life or both. Or it can kill your battery faster and give worse signal. It's a case by case basis and I think mainly where you live matters.. I always stick with the 7.28 radio its been the best for me but its also terrible for some people.
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Thanks for the input. I suppose I need to educate myself more on the different radios available because 7.28 doesn't really mean anything to me. If you don't mind me asking, what type of area do you live in that 7.28 works for you but not for other people? Is it the difference between a metropolitan area and a rural area, or is it more specific like better in a certain part of the country or city than another?
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Thanks for the input. I suppose I need to educate myself more on the different radios available because 7.28 doesn't really mean anything to me. If you don't mind me asking, what type of area do you live in that 7.28 works for you but not for other people? Is it the difference between a metropolitan area and a rural area, or is it more specific like better in a certain part of the country or city than another?
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It is more of a block-by-block basis. I had an Eris in Chicago *Belmont and Central* and updating the radio helped immensely. But, went 2 blocks east, and lost all signal. Now I have a Dinc running the leaked Evo (11.09) radio, and notice better signal in buildings (Glenbrook South HS)
Also 7.28 is the newest stock Verizon radio. Radios are usually known by the last numbers in the name.. Radios are risky business as a bad flash can brick the phone. I'd read up and hold off if I were you... I'd hate to see someone break their phone its really a travesty when it happens.
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Gahh Its Lee said:
Also 7.28 is the newest stock Verizon radio. Radios are usually known by the last numbers in the name.. Radios are risky business as a bad flash can brick the phone. I'd read up and hold off if I were you... I'd hate to see someone break their phone its really a travesty when it happens.
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If you decide to continue, look for the Official Radio thread under Development. It will give you some more info, and download links if you so choose.
Thanks all!
I want to flash a new radio to my T-Mobile G2 but i am Really scared on which one i can and cannot flash because they can brick my phone. Any Suggestions and or comments/advice? I have read over the offical Radio Thread and cannot find anything to specify which is which. Thanks in advance
-Chris
Im fairly certain that all the radios so far in the Radio Thread can be used with the G2, I myself have used these three:
Vision_RADIO_12.28e.60.140f_26.04.02.17( best results for me with this one)
Vision_RADIO_12.28b.60.140e_26.03.02.26
Vision_TMOUS_RADIO_12.21.60.09b_26.02.01.15 (G2)
don't worry as long as you have prem root and s-off with eng-hboot you should be fine flashing a radio. I was able to flash it using PC10IMG way and it worked fine lol
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Thanks for the quick response! Is "Vision_RADIO_12.28e.60.140f_26.04.02.17" the best one so far to use? I just flashed it and everything went okay but i cant really see if it improved anything.... :/
Well there's a new one out but its not posted in the offical radio thread yet (maybe it is haven't check yet lol). Well for me I mainly saw a diffrence with the signal bar never going to zero. Most of the time its 1-3 bars at the 1st floor of my house and on the second floor I get about full bars at the most. Oh yea for some reason I saw that my wifi was stronger to but don't know if the radio fixed that to
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I flashed the new radio and RiL files, this was about a week ago and I have to say the battery life as well as the signal and data is far better. The GPS is more stable than ever. I am one happy noob. LOL Thanks for the instructions and the links.
This is the radio I use
Vision_RADIO_12.28e.60.140f_26.04.02.17( best results for me with this one)
Been there done that. Messes with your network connectivity. Don't do that. Stick with stock radio.
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I flasht the radio last week, it looks i have a new phone, everything works beter. Wifi, 3g, front and rear speaker
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CalCi059 said:
Been there done that. Messes with your network connectivity. Don't do that. Stick with stock radio.
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Whether a particular radio improves reception (and therefore battery drain) or hurts it, often depends on your local geography. Newer radios often have other fixes as well, so they are a good place to start. But its usually more trial and error, and there is no overall "best" or "better" radio.
Also, there is not one "stock" radio. It depends on what version of the phone you have, what region/carrier, and when you got your phone. There are often different radios for different carriers, and each carrier usually gets a radio updates, which then get installed on the phones as they ship.
If you don't understand these concepts, you probably should not be flashing any radios on your phone to begin with.
Your better off going to this thread for RADIO'S http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=970809
All the links in the 2nd post above are megaupload and there's only a few radio's more have surfaced over time.