Develop Bugs

16bit banding bug after NoDo

Has anyone else experienced the banding 16bit bug after updating to NoDo?
More info here: http://wmpoweruser.com/has-the-htc-update-caused-some-windows-phones-to-go-16-bit/
These constant issues are getting to me.
I have an Omnia 7!
To see if you have banding you can install WP Bench of the market place > Display > Gradient test (If transitions are not smooth = banding)
For the Fix please see below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z45p1-0822Y
(Thanks for the link: Saijo)
Please note that the registry settings show minor performance differences depending on the phone model used. (Please read the thread for more info)
Warning: A known bug after changing the registry entries is the Red Screen Bug
Current Mango demo units still show banding (24/5/11)

VonCrisp said:
Has anyone else experienced the banding 16bit bug after updating to NoDo?
More info here: http://wmpoweruser.com/has-the-htc-update-caused-some-windows-phones-to-go-16-bit/
These constant issues are getting to me.
I have an Omnia 7!
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I don't have the issue. First thing first, did you use a hack to get NoDo?

I experienced this issue before and after NoDo unfortunately.

I have banding on my Focus. I updated to NoDo using the count method.
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bennyj71 said:
I don't have the issue. First thing first, did you use a hack to get NoDo?
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I unbranded my DTM JJ6 rom with the Samsung unbrander to get pre Nodo, then 5 sec disconnection trick to get NoDo.
My firmware, boot version didnt change when updating to NoDo:
pda i8700XXJJ6
phone i8700XXJJ6
csc i8700DTMJJ6
OS: 7.0.7390.0
firmware 2424.10.10.6
hw 3.15.0.4
radio 2424.10.10.6
hw 0.0.0.800
boot 4.10.1.9
soc 0.36.2.0
I will try to use the back up created by Zune to revert back to pre NoDo tonight to see if it will help.
Dont know what the cause of this issue is.

Yes I do have this issue. I think this is universal after Nodo update.
I found a soln confirmed for SAMSUNG DEVICES by changing the following keys:
HKLM\Drivers\Display\Primary\PrimBPP dword 32
HKLM\Drivers\Display\Primary\bpp dword 32
HKLM\Drivers\Display\Primary\PanelBPP dword 32
Then reboot.
There will be a slight performance degrade after change.
BTW Originally the color in Picture hub is fine. The preview mode is 16bit but if you look at it at original size it's 32bit.

isnt this an issue with all SAMOLEDs in general? I am still on pre pre NoDo (7004) and have this issue. ATT Samsung Focus

cbebop7 said:
isnt this an issue with all SAMOLEDs in general? I am still on pre pre NoDo (7004) and have this issue. ATT Samsung Focus
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This is not related to the screen material, it's some software configuration.

amtrakcn said:
Yes I do have this issue. I think this is universal after Nodo update.
I found a soln by changing the following keys:
HKLM\Drivers\Display\Primary\bpp dword 32
HKLM\Drivers\Display\Primary\PanelBPP dword 32
Then reboot.
BTW Originally the color in Picture hub is fine. The preview mode is 16bit but if you look at it at original size it's 32bit.
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it actually depends on your bootloader, or the firmware that comes with the bootloader.
every phone with bootloader above 1.26 should have the gradient color issue.
TMODE 1.25 no issue
HTC EU 1.26 no issue
HTC EU 1.28 issue
HTC EU 1.30 issue
i didnt try other versions..
now the NODO update by zune didnt include updated bootloader/firmware
so if u had bootloader 1.26 or lower and updated your phone to nodo (os version 7390) then this wont affect your bootloader.
the htc update seems to update the bootloader, while i wish they would send the updated bootloader to mozart's, they color brand throphys and HD7 xD
1.30 bootloader on mozart has autofocus (i want that!)
great job on the fix im goin to try it....

I can see it on my HTC Arrive.

Or maybe it's Firmware/System mixed issue. Samsung, LG and HTC (DVP not sure) phones all have such problem.
webwalk® said:
it actually depends on your bootloader, or the firmware that comes with the bootloader.
every phone with bootloader above 1.26 should have the gradient color issue.
TMODE 1.25 no issue
HTC EU 1.26 no issue
HTC EU 1.28 issue
HTC EU 1.30 issue
i didnt try other versions..
now the NODO update by zune didnt include updated bootloader/firmware
so if u had bootloader 1.26 or lower and updated your phone to nodo (os version 7390) then this wont affect your bootloader.
the htc update seems to update the bootloader, while i wish they would send the updated bootloader to mozart's, they color brand throphys and HD7 xD
1.30 bootloader on mozart has autofocus (i want that!)
great job on the fix im goin to try it....
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Tried the registry fix on my HTC arrive and no effect
Bootloader is 1.25.230506
firmware: 2305.06
webwalk® said:
it actually depends on your bootloader, or the firmware that comes with the bootloader.
every phone with bootloader above 1.26 should have the gradient color issue.
TMODE 1.25 no issue
HTC EU 1.26 no issue
HTC EU 1.28 issue
HTC EU 1.30 issue
i didnt try other versions..
now the NODO update by zune didnt include updated bootloader/firmware
so if u had bootloader 1.26 or lower and updated your phone to nodo (os version 7390) then this wont affect your bootloader.
the htc update seems to update the bootloader, while i wish they would send the updated bootloader to mozart's, they color brand throphys and HD7 xD
1.30 bootloader on mozart has autofocus (i want that!)
great job on the fix im goin to try it....
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ScottSUmmers said:
Tried the registry fix on my HTC arrive and no effect
Bootloader is 1.25.230506
firmware: 2305.06
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The registry fix only applies to your home screen, lock screen and apps.
The internal browser rendering engine (IE, Email) will stay 16bit, which looks bad.

amtrakcn said:
The registry fix only applies to your home screen, lock screen and apps.
The internal browser rendering engine (IE, Email) will stay 16bit, which looks bad.
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Don't know what to tell ya. I applied the value of 32 to every value that referenced BPP. Still no change. If HTC put a 16-bit display in my phone I'm not happy because everything in a Google search says this phone should be 24-bit.

ScottSUmmers said:
Don't know what to tell ya. I applied the value of 32 to every value that referenced BPP. Still no change. If HTC put a 16-bit display in my phone I'm not happy because everything in a Google search says this phone should be 24-bit.
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Did you reboot after change?
Also how did you evaluate the color? Directly go to the page will always see the image banded...

amtrakcn said:
The registry fix only applies to your home screen, lock screen and apps.
The internal browser rendering engine (IE, Email) will stay 16bit, which looks bad.
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Also on HTC Arrive. Applied registry fix and it had no effect on the above.

tiny17 said:
Also on HTC Arrive. Applied registry fix and it had no effect on the above.
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Maybe that only works on Samsung devices? I will modify the post.

amtrakcn said:
Did you reboot after change?
Also how did you evaluate the color? Directly go to the page will always see the image banded...
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yup rebooted each and every time i made a change. I went straight to my pictures hub and lock screen. no change. I even used the picture of the chick on the wmpoweruser blog posting.

ScottSUmmers said:
yup rebooted each and every time i made a change. I went straight to my pictures hub and lock screen. no change. I even used the picture of the chick on the wmpoweruser blog posting.
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So it won't work on HTC phones
I applied this on my Focus and the color is fine now. Just the animations are slightly less fluid.

amtrakcn said:
So it won't work on HTC phones
I applied this on my Focus and the color is fine now. Just the animations are slightly less fluid.
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Yeah I guess not. Thanks for the help. I guess I'll just have to hit up HTC to see what's the deal with that

HTC Systemsoftware 1.84.207.2

Today I received a software update 1.84.207.2. Anyone know what's new in this version? Thx & greetinx..!

is your DHD branded ?

It is branded.
Some bugfixes (such as SMS notification bug fix), greatly improved camera (incl. better sound quality and less stutter), better overall performance, better sound quality from main speaker.

im T-mobile branded but not got the update so far.

mjehan said:
im T-mobile branded but not got the update so far.
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He has vodafone so it would be vodafone-only, I guess.

It's from O2-Germany.

Sounds good! Thanks!!

...and since then HTC Weather doesn't update anymore ("disconnected while downloading weather data"). How can I reinstall it?

oliver7 said:
...and since then HTC Weather doesn't update anymore ("disconnected while downloading weather data"). How can I reinstall it?
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i also has the same problem as u after update to 2.2.1

HTC update ( 9 december 2011)

Installing the update now. lets see whats in it

Have you been sleeping for 2 days straight?

Snake. said:
Have you been sleeping for 2 days straight?
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I guess he was busy freezing/deep frying/bump charging or whatsoever his battery.

dkp1977 said:
I guess he was busy freezing/deep frying/bump charging or whatsoever his battery.
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Maybe frying this time.

Which HTC :-/
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latest after updating
I just updated my HTC 7 Pro: first thing I noticed it's Internet sharing toggle into Settings menu.
And, fortunately, if you experienced (as I did ) the 801812E0 error during
rom cooking or updating or something like this, now it's fixed!!! I got back the HPSL!!!

I got an HTC update earlier today but no internet sharing. I'm using an HTC Trophy. Maybe I'm not looking in the right place. Where would one look?

Settings
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karan1203 said:
Settings
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Thanks Karan, just checked but it's not there, maybe not the right update. I'm in the U.S. don't know if it has been released here or not. Oh well.

Snake. said:
Have you been sleeping for 2 days straight?
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hello there, i dun mean to be offensive, its not everyday we check zune for updates
so there

lordmago said:
I just updated my HTC 7 Pro: first thing I noticed it's Internet sharing toggle into Settings menu.
And, fortunately, if you experienced (as I did ) the 801812E0 error during
rom cooking or updating or something like this, now it's fixed!!! I got back the HPSL!!!
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are u able to flash stock roms???

At the moment I'm reading some how-tos about downgrading from SPL 5.XX, after yesterday's Zune udpate, to HSPL.
This time I'm going on with more lead into the slippers... I don't want to see another time error 801812E0...

801812E0 error is still there in my case...
this sux...
cant flash or restore to OS versions lower than mango although mango backups worked fine

HTC Update released for HTCHD7 phone
This update contains teethring...so enjoy...i hv installed on my HD7...
Once installed the Internet shearing option will be visible in settings...

amithandoo said:
This update contains teethring...so enjoy...i hv installed on my HD7...
Once installed the Internet shearing option will be visible in settings...
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the previous update around November 15 enabled tethering. This one must enhances performance and updates the radio I believe.

I think this update is about ironing out bugs.

Magpir said:
are u able to flash stock roms???
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After this, unfortunately I tried to restore a previous back up and lost the possibility to connect via USB...
Then I solved this issue with Y-cable and goldcard, I could install Cotulla HSPL
and then flash a rom by Ansar http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1271963

One X got android 4.04 and Sense 4.1 update

Got the notification last night. After install, the ROM version changed to:
Android: 4.0.4
HTC Sense: 4.1
Software number: 2.17.708.7
HTC SDK API level:4.23
Didn't see anything changed. Anyone got the same update noticed anything new?

*facepalm*
Sent from my HTC One X using xda premium

Your joking right??
couse you sure made me laugh...

Captain Obvious strikes again

at last HK get it.. the last region?

delete me...

I got it too.
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app

ShyamSasi said:
OMG .. I just got 3.47 version OTA with Sense 5.1
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hi
if im not wrong u are from inda how did u get the above i see all talking about a 2.17 and sense 4.1 is ur mention of 5.1 a typo

haree said:
hi
if im not wrong u are from inda how did u get the above i see all talking about a 2.17 and sense 4.1 is ur mention of 5.1 a typo
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lolz
he is joking

Albert Poon said:
I got it too.
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Oops ... I'm sorry about the joke Seems like it's real

Well, at least he got it. I'm still waiting for it sadly

Finally I too got the update. I brought my HOX from HK and right now also in HK.
Cheers,
Datta

Me to,
Spain Vodafone
Android: 4.0.4
HTC Sense: 4.1
Software number: 2.17.161.4
HTC SDK API level:4.23

Can I hide my ip behind a european up so I can get update???

abejoker said:
Can I hide my ip behind a european up so I can get update???
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It's not done on the current location of the device, it's done on the intended country of sale of the device.
My Hong Kong device has received the last two updates from the UK and then the Philippines (at the same time as everybody else with the HK version).

BenPope said:
It's not done on the current location of the device, it's done on the intended country of sale of the device.
My Hong Kong device has received the last two updates from the UK and then the Philippines (at the same time as everybody else with the HK version).
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Thanks!
I know not my cellphones original location. All I know it that when I go to "Setup", I see "english (indonesia), english (malaysia), (pakistan), (philippines), (singapore), (thailand), (vietnam)" And I'm still in 4.0.3

xiaohan said:
Got the notification last night. After install, the ROM version changed to:
Android: 4.0.4
HTC Sense: 4.1
Software number: 2.17.708.7
HTC SDK API level:4.23
Didn't see anything changed. Anyone got the same update noticed anything new?
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1. Gallery full screen bug fixed. Before the update, some albums, such as Facebook, Dropbox, Whatsapp images... do not automatically enlarge pics to full screen when viewing.
2. Recent app buttom customizable.
3. Handwriting improvement. When using handwriting, buttons are hidden automatically, which you could easily hit them by mistake while writing before the update.
4. New app named Rescue is included.
5. Better bluetooth range.
6. Shows arrow buttons in all apps now. It wasn't showing in Whatsapp before the update.
7. Interface seems faster, smoother, more responsive.
8. Midnight disconnect bug fixed.
No change:
1. Camera - no change in picture compression rate, video bitrate and fps.
2. After reboot, Keep Screen On While Charging always reset to Enabled.
Downgrade:
1. All Beats and non-Beats profiles are gone!
2. Power + Home screenshot gone. Only Power + Volume Down (2 sec.) usable.
Please add more to the list.
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abejoker said:
Thanks!
I know not my cellphones original location. All I know it that when I go to "Setup", I see "english (indonesia), english (malaysia), (pakistan), (philippines), (singapore), (thailand), (vietnam)" And I'm still in 4.0.3
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You're not alone bro. Still waiting here as well. I'll give it another 2 weeks before flashing RUU.
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New Firmware 2175.2906 available on Navifirm

Hey All,
There's a new version of Nokia Lumia 900 firmware available on Navifirm. This is the second version of WP 7.8 firmware, from what I believe.
I just flashed a few days back to 2905 and don't want to flash again and re-install all the apps again. If anyone is going to flash anyways, can they use this version and report back whether there's anything new?
Thanks
Sent from my Lumia 900 using XDA Windows Phone 7 App

I'm downloading it but the file is smaller then the previous release...?

Does this include the rm-808 (att lte) lumia 900?
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda app-developers app

Whistler- in fact I noticed that the first 7.8 rom was smaller than the last 7.5 ROM as well
Were you able to install? If so, can you tell me the OS version?
Gbjohnson- I am sorry I did not check.
Sent from my Lumia 900 using XDA Windows Phone 7 App

I installed it yesterday evening and all went fine.
OS version: 7.10.8858.136
Firmware version: 2175.2906.8858.12460
Software radio version: 2.1.75.29
Bootloader version: 7.17.2.0
I've got a RM-823 Lumia.

hi whistler-nl
is there a difference from the previous? Can you tell us in details thanks in advance.

gbjohnson said:
Does this include the rm-808 (att lte) lumia 900?
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Have u found out any info if it supports ATT LTE?

Anything new? scared to flash this new rom because i may be losing the Bluetooth and Ringtone Maker app as Nokia already blocked Lumia 900 owner from installing this 2 app.

kecil26 said:
Anything new? scared to flash this new rom because i may be losing the Bluetooth and Ringtone Maker app as Nokia already blocked Lumia 900 owner from installing this 2 app.
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There is'nt much difference. The setup has changed a little but thats all that i have noticed up till now but i have'nt used it much yet as i had to work yesterday.
I had Ringtone maker and Bluetooth app but cant install them now so you would lose them if you flash this rom
I cant tell anything about LTE because we dont have that in the Netherlands.

Can i flash it on a white 900? Iam from germany? Atm iam on the last 7.8 firmware....

whistler-nl said:
There is'nt much difference. The setup has changed a little but thats all that i have noticed up till now but i have'nt used it much yet as i had to work yesterday.
I had Ringtone maker and Bluetooth app but cant install them now so you would lose them if you flash this rom
I cant tell anything about LTE because we dont have that in the Netherlands.
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Now thats what i dont want to hear better wait for official released than.
4ND11 said:
Can i flash it on a white 900? Iam from germany? Atm iam on the last 7.8 firmware....
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i dont think so, black rom for black lumia only..as far as i know..how bout you try it? xD

kecil26 said:
i dont think so, black rom for black lumia only..as far as i know..how bout you try it? xD
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Yes you can.....? I've got a cyan 900 and flashed the firmware for the white lumia before and the Phone does'nt really care about the color of your case, as long as the hardware is identical.

whistler-nl said:
Yes you can.....? I've got a cyan 900 and flashed the firmware for the white lumia before and the Phone does'nt really care about the color of your case, as long as the hardware is identical.
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Yes it works but i noticed my white lumia switched to black after NCS finished flashing

4ND11 said:
Yes it works but i noticed my white lumia switched to black after NCS finished flashing
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you mean you phone color change to black after updating? xD Now, i want to change my black Lumia to white.. xD

kecil26 said:
you mean you phone color change to black after updating? xD Now, i want to change my black Lumia to white.. xD
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xD...i flashed back to the 2905 firmware because of no bluthoot app..now its white again =)

4ND11 said:
xD...i flashed back to the 2905 firmware because of no bluthoot app..now its white again =)
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I dont think you can install the Bluetooth Share and Ringtone maker app anymore m8...

whistler-nl said:
I dont think you can install the Bluetooth Share and Ringtone maker app anymore m8...
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No on the newest 7.8 firmware its not "compatible" =(

4ND11 said:
No on the newest 7.8 firmware its not "compatible" =(
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dont have to wait long anymore till january official update xD thats why i dont want to flash the new one, scared of losing this 2 precious app xD but, we can't send video file yet, the app not support it, i dont know if its unfinish app.

Apps available in marketplace
The bluetooth transfer app and the ringtone maker app are available in marketplace now. So it doesn't matter if they are no longer available with the ROM

slyronit said:
The bluetooth transfer app and the ringtone maker app are available in marketplace now. So it doesn't matter if they are no longer available with the ROM
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those two app already available quite sometime, and we all already know about the availability, the only problem is you can't install it on Lumia 900, an error "This app is not available for your phone" prevent you from installing it. so no point of available on Marketplace but you can't install it.