Windows Phone 7 Dev tools Beta released
Here's the updated emulator build. It seems very similar (and the build number is only a bit higher) than the one leaked last week. As with that build, there's no options to add data sources to sync/connect with. Ugh! I'll keep working at it as it's bound to be there somewhere but we'll see.
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Unlike previous builds, it seems that you need to pass a VMID to the XDE executable. As follows...
"C:\Program Files\Microsoft XDE\1.0\XDE.exe" "C:\Users\YOU\Desktop\WM70C1-6414-unlocked.bin" /VMID {E575DA31-FC47-4766-853F-018D823B9EE6}
Or you can place the file in "C:\Program Files\Microsoft SDKs\Windows Phone\v7.0\Emulation\Images" with the name "WM70C1.bin" and debug with visual studio and it will launch. I've only tried a super basic app but this appears to be the first one that actually works fully with debugging! This should help the devs that want to be able to test with the various task launchers with some actual data.
So here's the download!
Windows Phone 7 Dev tools Beta released
Download Here
I'll have to wait til I get home from work to download/look into it. Let us know what you find! I wonder if this is the same emulator build that found it's way out last week?
I'm installing that.
Little Tips: If you installed the April CTP, installing the beta from the April CTP's uninstaller (Open uninstaller -> click Repair/Reinstall -> when the uninstaller ask the CD, click the option for re-downloading the file from Internet). In that mode, you don't uninstall Visual Basic 2010, Visual Studio 2010 or XNA Studio. Enjoy!
(Sorry for my bad English, I'm Italian )
Now we need to wait for an unlock of the new OS Image. It is very much improved with bootup, transitions, and everything really. I cant wait to see how the apps, and hubs are looking and performing now...
manueleb. said:
I'm installing that.
Little Tips: If you installed the April CTP, installing the beta from the April CTP's uninstaller (Open uninstaller -> click Repair/Reinstall -> when the uninstaller ask the CD, click the option for re-downloading the file from Internet). In that mode, you don't uninstall Visual Basic 2010, Visual Studio 2010 or XNA Studio. Enjoy!
(Sorry for my bad English, I'm Italian )
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Wow, that's really cool. If I just would have heard about this earlier...
Can you install the tools with my mode? I can't, the installation can't download Windows Phone Emulator x64 and it's block. HELP!!!
Eh, I created a new WP app project in Expression Blend and immediately ran it. The basic title layout already doesn't match the system layout. *sigh*
Got problems installing it via the repair routine - just getting errors that some parts of the install couldn't complete. Damned....
Yes, it's *much* safer to do a full uninstall of CTP tools, reboot, then install the Beta.
reserved for futur
works great, thanks for sharing
And this build definitely does seem snappier. Maybe that's because they turned off all logging
Here's a couple of the default sounds pulled from the image for use on our phones if you want them...
WP7_pure.mp3 is the default ringtone, for those wondering what that is.
the-hq said:
Got problems installing it via the repair routine - just getting errors that some parts of the install couldn't complete. Damned....
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Then it isn't my problem.
pivotal said:
Yes, it's *much* safer to do a full uninstall of CTP tools, reboot, then install the Beta.
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And who installed Visual Basic 2010 Express must uninstall and reinstall its (if it's possible).
To save people the effort and time, I've got a thorough walkthrough video of the build on my blog
http://www.istartedsomething.com/20100713/windows-phone-7-sdk-beta-emulator-walkthrough/
LongZheng said:
To save people the effort and time, I've got a thorough walkthrough video of the build on my blog
http://www.istartedsomething.com/20100713/windows-phone-7-sdk-beta-emulator-walkthrough/
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Thanks matey, thats all I wanted
Can someone post a mirror? The original link doesn't work anymore.
Thanks.
Fdo35 said:
Can someone post a mirror? The original link doesn't work anymore.
Thanks.
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The link works, but don't select rapidshare, choose another hoster from down below - some of them still work!
Thanks for the image!
But I've got a problem with the emulator. It's choppy like hell, it always was for me. I've got a Core 2 Duo 2,14 GHz so I don't think that should be a problem, but I see it is using just one core. Is there a trick to enable emulator using the 2nd core or get it somehow hardware accelerated?
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I just found this. Its bigger than the April refresh. The IE icon whats only available looks different then the previous version.
http://rapidshare.com/files/404603763/WM70C1_0624.bin.html
Will somebody unlock it for us please.
And some mirrors may come in handy too.
http://hotfile.com/dl/52273832/018b140/WM70C1_0624.bin.html
Should I be able to run this in the emulator as is or does it need to be unlocked first? Im getting "Error: The emulation layer does not support the functionality that is being accessed.".
Ren13B said:
Should I be able to run this in the emulator as is or does it need to be unlocked first? Im getting "Error: The emulation layer does not support the functionality that is being accessed.".
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Try with this:
http://rapidshare.com/files/404744608/WindowsPhoneXdePack.zip
Actually is it just you or someone else also having problems with it?
What phone sdk are you installed? The April one?
Yeah im running the April CTP. Tried installing the packages you linked and the emulator refuses to run. Even with the default rom. There's no error message or anything.
Anybody else get it working?
Help needed!!!
I had a lot of issues with both RGUCOMP and HVEDIT and i cant unlock the image. The tools always throwing errors. I dont have more time to play with them.
Will someone who unlocked a wp7 rom before help us out and unlock this. Please.
It would be great if this could be unlocked soon.
I'm surprised that it's gotten so little attention, compared to other WP7 ROM threads.
Interesting. The version number seems to imply an older build than what had been publicly released. I'll see what I can do to get it unlocked.
I can't get it to run either. I get the same error as Ren13B.
RustyGrom said:
I can't get it to run either. I get the same error as Ren13B.
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I really dont know why is it running on me. Its tru that lately i installed everithing WP7 related over my machine i could find without proper understanding.
Maybe if you tell me what files (and where can i find them) do you need to run this thing i could upload it for you.
But till if you can try to unlock it please do and i will check. Thanks.
Complete emulator
http://rapidshare.com/files/404929526/Microsoft_XDE_hope_edition.zip
I zipped my emulator. Please try if it works with the new image. I hope it will, because i dont have any more ideas.
Its in the Program Files Directory.
Got it working. More to come
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Got it working. More to come
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I just finished the unlocking
The icons are displaying and seems like everithing is working but will wait for someone else to unlock too. For comparing.
Nothing special inside.
razor11 said:
I just finished the unlocking
The icons are displaying and seems like everithing is working but will wait for someone else to unlock too. For comparing.
Nothing special inside.
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Yea, what's odd is that when you go to add a mail account there's no options listed to add. Not sure why.
razor11 said:
I just finished the unlocking
The icons are displaying and seems like everithing is working but will wait for someone else to unlock too. For comparing.
Nothing special inside.
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Feel like sharing how you do the actual unlocking?
Sharing is caring
Just post the unlocked version this way everyone can already use it
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Just post the unlocked version this way everyone can already use it
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Something is funky with this one. It seems like they slipped a new build of XDE in last month the same day this emulator image is dated (June 24th). The new XDE won't run the old emulator builds and the old one won't run this newer build. Also, it won't run any deployed apps. It just throws an error when they try to load. Nonetheless, I'll try and get it posted when I get home from work later this evening. I'll just ignore all of the posts of "it doesn't work".
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Something is funky with this one. It seems like they slipped a new build of XDE in last month the same day this emulator image is dated (June 24th). The new XDE won't run the old emulator builds and the old one won't run this newer build. Also, it won't run any deployed apps. It just throws an error when they try to load. Nonetheless, I'll try and get it posted when I get home from work later this evening. I'll just ignore all of the posts of "it doesn't work".
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Maybe this is a mistake build or something. Im having trouble running the most basic programs on it too.
Im already uploading the unlocked rom but my upspeed is really slow(20k) so it will take a while to finish.
"Just post the unlocked version this way everyone can already use it"
Sorry i was at the beach all day, already doing it.
Unlocked image
http://rapidshare.com/files/405151213/WM70C1.bin
If somebody knows why it not running the programs properly don't hold back the information.
Please re-post the updated emulator, thank you.
Hey everyone! Saw the latest build of the emulator and did some digging around. Here's the result:
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Also, here's a video of it in action:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xdhxCdRQRA
Download:
http://windowsphonehacker.com/articles/latest_windows_phone_7_emulator_unlocked-02-05-11
Technical information:
To do this, I used this tutorial:
http://sviluppomobile.blogspot.com/2010/03/wp7-emulator-unlocked-how-to.html
And got the tools from SonicFlare's post here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=5913715&postcount=218
Important note: The Settings menu is a bit broken, no About page working. I assume there's some SecureItem GUIDs I need to set, but time limits me from doing it myself. Anyone want to take a stab and report back?
Enjoy!
Awesome! I really cant wait until M$ releases the WP7 update. I could really use the copy and paste feature.
It works OK Thanks!
Very useful for developers.
Good news, but am waiting for official update to update
can i run it on 64bit?
can we now install xaps easily?
Tested on seven 64bit ... didn't work
i also couldn't run it omwin7 32bit ... it pause on loading
can any one teach us aesily this totarial? plz
Mr.zeus said:
Tested on seven 64bit ... didn't work
i also couldn't run it omwin7 32bit ... it pause on loading
can any one teach us aesily this totarial? plz
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There must be another issue, as my development computer is Windows 7 64-bit
Does it work in Office?
Does it work in Excel and Word?
a_ok2me said:
Does it work in Excel and Word?
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I just played around with Word, and it is definitely working. I am not sure about Excel, will update soon
I have downloaded this file half a dozen times, and I cannot unzip it using either Windows Explorer or WinRar... Is there another source for it?
it's really an important post,great work mate.
it's a rich material for WP7 Rom Cooking,,,who don't like recipes.....
Filesystem
Is there a way to view the file system of the emulator? Some of the original emulator unlocks seemed to have this feature but I haven't been able to find discussion of it with the more recent updates.
Any advice on how to view the root directories?
Is this a full rom with all the features on it ? (phone, xbox,etc)
Windows Phone 7 Emulator Unlocked - can't unzip
I have tried downloading the file, but WinRAR and Windows Explorer both say that the file is corrupt, and I can't unzip it. I have also tried following the directions to unlock it myself, but when I open up my bin file, everything is using the Cyrillic alphabet, so I don't know where to find the changes to make.
Suggestions?
Is there a way to unlock the settings to test syncing email accounts?
sutt359 said:
Is there a way to unlock the settings to test syncing email accounts?
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Unfortunately, no. Even the original emulator that was super easy to crack and allowed almost-everything-under-the-sun didn't allow that unfortunately. It sucks because it looks like the new emulator is severely nerfed now where at least I could show off the basic functionality before. I hope MS goes back and gives us a ROM that does a little more 1:1 with a functional device. Not like I'd rather use the emulator than my phone anyway.
This application allows you to select multiple XAP files and deploy these to your phone or emulator.
Wrote this for reinstalling applications after a new update or such.
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Added to v1.1
- Xap Signing, required for xap's downloaded from Marketplace. Enable this for use with custom marketplace clients or when receiving error code 0x8103010B. Note this option is off by default! enable it in the settings form.
- Aero theming
- Improved threading
Requires:
- Windows Phone 7 SDK
- .NET 4.0 Framework
- Unlocked device
See attached, let me know if you have any suggestions!
Exactly what I requested. Great!
Function like a charm!
Thanks a lot for this usefull app!
Error : 0x8103010B
Is there any limitation in the number of apps in the list ?
Sakem said:
Error : 0x8103010B
Is there any limitation in the number of apps in the list ?
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There isn't a limitation. According to this thread it may be a problem with your device. Can you deploy an application with the official application deployer?
Of course, I used to install it with "tom xap"
In fact with your batch it works with some , and not with others . I'm trying to investigate and I'll tell you which one gave me problems, maybe wrong signatures or ....
Hum, maybe simply that ^^
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stephandelaat said:
I think apps that don't work on HD2 that are downloaded from WP7 3MktPlace will not work and get the 0x810301b error
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Sakem said:
Of course, I used to install it with "tom xap"
In fact with your batch it works with some , and not with others . I'm trying to investigate and I'll tell you which one gave me problems, maybe wrong signatures or ....
Hum, maybe simply that ^^
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Could be that these aren't signed with the certificate from chevron wp7.
I will add a feature to automatically sign these apps with a chosen certificate. Probably somewhere this week
Thx in advance and anyway your app is a must have for rom testers ^^
And as we should see a lot of custom WP7 rom soon....
Fantastic, works great.
windows 7 x64
Thanx a lot for this, Custom ROMs here we come!.
And running Zune is also required? Or works it also without Zune?
Muschelkuh said:
And running Zune is also required? Or works it also without Zune?
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Yes you need to have Zune running because of the usb connection.
Works like a charm! Thanks!
mengow said:
Could be that these aren't signed with the certificate from chevron wp7.
I will add a feature to automatically sign these apps with a chosen certificate. Probably somewhere this week
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Attachment is updated, should work now
Does this remove the drm and resign? like being able to install xap's from different devices? Or just install apps from marketplace?
SPVlover said:
Fantastic, works great.
windows 7 x64
Thanx a lot for this, Custom ROMs here we come!.
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Hey how come, multi xap installer won't work on my computer (win 7 64bit)?
jasontac said:
Does this remove the drm and resign? like being able to install xap's from different devices? Or just install apps from marketplace?
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No, this only resigns the applications. Just for installing apps from marketplace.
bilaba70 said:
Hey how come, multi xap installer won't work on my computer (win 7 64bit)?
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Check the requirements in the first post, are you receiving any error message?
Will it works for WP7 emulator?
ahsiang888 said:
Will it works for WP7 emulator?
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Yes, choose Emulator in settings
Right, so you have to let it resign the App if it's from the Marketplace, if you do this will the marketplace on the phone still update the app when updates are released etc?
hi
have anyone else the same problem, that you could install some .xap and some not?
e.g. the game The Harvest i couldnt install.....
everytime comes installing failed....
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My website is down, but download is still alive.
Hi Guys!
Android Commander is windows application to keep control on your android apps and files from PC. This is a small, very very fast and intuitive app.
If someone want to try it, go a head. But remember, you doing this on your own risk! I'm not professional programmer, this is only my hobby
Program Requirements
Before you install the program you should read this:
Phone Requirements:
- ADB ROOT Access
- BusyBox
- „Settings->Applications->Development->USB debugging” must be enabled
- USB Cable
Computer Requirements:
- Windows XP/Vista/7
- ADB USB Driver
- Java JDK
- Minimum 800×600 screen resolution
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Android Commander should works for any android device, but here is list of devices confirmed by me or users.
Before you report any problem to me, read program FAQ.
Full list of program features.
Screens:
Android Commander screenshots gallery
If you like my program, conceder a donation please!
Download is here
mirror
Program wasn't updated for a long time, but it still can work with any android device. The only think you have to do is update ADB binaries in program directory.
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Changelog:
Version 0.7.9.11:
Changelog:
- updated adb and aapt binaries
- better work with JB
- better updates checking system (disabled as default)
- files and partitions size display improvements
- more fixes
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Full program changelog
Looking nice, will try it ASAP^^
This is very usefull. Thanks!
Very nice and helpful.Gongrats
Looooong time user of this app......It' an awesome app
Although, What do you mean by:
– new expire date
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every version of AC has expiration date, after this date you cant run program, you have to update to newest version. AC 0.7.9.9 is working till tomorrow (01.02.2012). 0.7.9.10 will work till December.
Thanks man. Very good app.
Update!
small update for you
https://www.facebook.com/androidcommander/posts/10151031241149594
i will update thread tomorrow, i'm going to sleep nowww......
Why is this program making registry edits to my computer. Seems it is trying to gain internet access for some reason? changing proxy settings and other protected registry settings?
Need to know before allowing it to do these things.
program needs access to windows registry only to associate apk files, and internet access to checking update.
Hi, is this tool support samsung galaxy nexus?, i didn't find anything trough the official website and forum.
ƁɐⱤᶒ said:
Hi, is this tool support samsung galaxy nexus?, i didn't find anything trough the official website and forum.
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I have Samsung Galaxy Nexus, its working fine.
PanPiotr said:
I have Samsung Galaxy Nexus, its working fine.
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ok but i'm always stucked with my device, he is well rooted, but even if i launch a command prompt then typing: adb devices
my nexus is recognized, but not by AC were am i wrong?
ƁɐⱤᶒ said:
ok but i'm always stucked with my device, he is well rooted, but even if i launch a command prompt then typing: adb devices
my nexus is recognized, but not by AC were am i wrong?
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its because old adb binaries in AC, i need to update them (maybe even today), but you can always do this on your own.
UTF-8 or Windows-1251(or CP-1251) support?
1 file - 2 names: eng & rus
Starting operation...
[1/2] Coping file: wap-pap-piru.mp3
11 KB/s (184648 bytes in 15.262s)
[2/2] Coping file: Вап-пап-пиру.mp3
cannot stat 'C:\Android\Вап-пап-пиру.mp3': No such file or directory
*** Operation complete! ***
Test on SGN, many bugs with wifi connect to device, alternate Android ADB 6.7 (Total Commander plugin)
Hi,
So I am running stock android unrooted.
I have managed to run Kali Linux in a emulated version on my fold called Termux.
I can work on it as I would on a PC. Many things are lacking but I installed what was lacking.
So my question is can I do the same with windows ?
I looked on playstore and couldn't find any kind of VMware for android devices.
Does anyone know of a VM like software for android ?
I would rather play my steam games on the mobile then run about playing with Aircrack.
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What about using remote desktop and just remoting into a windows machine? Thus far that's the only thing I've done - I have not see a way to run windows directly on the zfold4.
TechnoHippie said:
What about using remote desktop and just remoting into a windows machine? Thus far that's the only thing I've done - I have not see a way to run windows directly on the zfold4.
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I would have but I don't have a PC nor laptop. Just got the phone hence the my question.
Zionator said:
I would have but I don't have a PC nor laptop. Just got the phone hence the my question.
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You can try Limbo. Just found it on Github. Not sure how well it'll work.
Release Limbo Emulator 6.0.1 · limboemu/limbo
Added qemu disk cache option Added qemu hdd interfaces (tap on the disk icon) Added ignore breakpoint tb invalidation option Apply acceleration option after extra params Added option for importing ...
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The Limbo Emulator would be cool assuming it works ok. My obvious concern is that the bluetooth and more importantly wifi would not function. I will be interested to hear results if anyone give it a try.
Ok I am willing to give this a try. I have installed the Limbo Emulator - but I have questions on how to create the needed windows 10 VHD file - I know I have everything I need to do it , including the windows 10 ISO file. Anyone point me to how to create a proper VHD file? I assume it needs to be bootable and all that but I have found nothing via google that I'm convinced is what I need to do.
Thanks!
Try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...r-android-devices-windows-10-nox-lab.4481613/
Let us know
Would rather use dex than windows.
shardulmitter said:
Would rather use dex than windows.
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Yes dex is nice but can't run windows apps or games. Also your dependent on a separate screen.
jonzey231 said:
You can try Limbo. Just found it on Github. Not sure how well it'll work.
Release Limbo Emulator 6.0.1 · limboemu/limbo
Added qemu disk cache option Added qemu hdd interfaces (tap on the disk icon) Added ignore breakpoint tb invalidation option Apply acceleration option after extra params Added option for importing ...
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Thanks. I already know about limbo but it mainly supports legacy windows. I am looking for windows 10 or 11.
I am after a ful blown windows not a version where half of the stuff don't work.
I am assuming it's too early to expect to find anything.
Sad to see that there is no development for fold 4.
Shame devs have moved away fro. Samsung devices. I remember note 3 and 4 there was a new rom daily. Them where the days indeed....
bigchrizzieboy said:
Try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/...r-android-devices-windows-10-nox-lab.4481613/
Let us know
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Just skimmed through the thread. Couldn't see if it needs root or can it be done rootless ?
Also if anyone has tried this for fold 4 does everything work ?
Like WiFi and Bluetooth and will the sim card work so I have Internet on the go ?
Sorry for questions but I don't have time the next couple of weeks to dig into this.