[Q] Chinese HTC Desire 816w locked out of google store - Desire 816 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi team,
Firstly i am pretty inexperienced with Android - get that out of the way!
My wife was given a HTC Desire 816w by her parents in China - phone seems cool but its locked out of the Google Store. The phone itself works here (New Zealand) for texts, calls etc.
So:
1. How do i either unlock the google store or
2. how do i flash a custom rom to this phone?
Hopefully you guys can help

Kaumatua said:
Hi team,
Firstly i am pretty inexperienced with Android - get that out of the way!
My wife was given a HTC Desire 816w by her parents in China - phone seems cool but its locked out of the Google Store. The phone itself works here (New Zealand) for texts, calls etc.
So:
1. How do i either unlock the google store or
2. how do i flash a custom rom to this phone?
Hopefully you guys can help
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Maybe you could try to install custom firmware? That might fix it...

yes... i think so
the_Victorian said:
Maybe you could try to install custom firmware? That might fix it...
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Yes I think this is what I need to do.
However I need help working out how to do this.
Can you post a link to a tutorial or instructions?

Kaumatua said:
Yes I think this is what I need to do.
However I need help working out how to do this.
Can you post a link to a tutorial or instructions?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2775801

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[Q] 2.42.415.1 not rooted yet ..!!

Hi all,
I follow the instructions in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1152233 from CuBz90
But still not working in Desire HD with builed number 2.42.415.1
I try many times but I unfortunately failed..
Please help..
it wont work with 2.42...........
downgrading 2.42 is not yet found.........
we must hav to wait........
Thanks man i just wanted to know if it will work on my 2.42.... .
Hello,
I think it should works. This is using the Goldcard method. The goldcard is a general method which should not be dependent on the phone version !
With goldcard you can install other OFFICIAL stock roms.
In the field of Android custom ROMs, what a Gold Card does is letting you install ROMs on your Android device that aren’t intended for your carrier. For example, if you have a T-Mobile USA HTC Desire, you can install an official ROM intended for the O2 UK HTC Desire, or even a generic ROM that isn’t locked to a carrier. It does so by disabling the CID (Carrier ID) check that the device does when installing a ROM.
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smartgig said:
Hello,
I think it should works. This is using the Goldcard method. The goldcard is a general method which should not be dependent on the phone version !
With goldcard you can install other OFFICIAL stock roms.
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i think its about the software version,couldn't go back without temp root,and as long as we couldnt found a 2.42.415.1 or later rom with root bug like 2.37 softbank rom ,we couldn't reach any where
evanbigfan said:
i think its about the software version,couldn't go back without temp root,and as long as we couldnt found a 2.42.415.1 or later rom with root bug like 2.37 softbank rom ,we couldn't reach any where
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Using the goldcard doesn't need any root permissions. It is a htc way to use other official stock roms. First you try to downgrade to official stock rom 1.32.405.6 then try to root this version.
smartgig said:
Using the goldcard doesn't need any root permissions. It is a htc way to use other official stock roms. First you try to downgrade to official stock rom 1.32.405.6 then try to root this version.
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i tried and a lot of people tried but it didn't work
and if it was that easy ,the whole root guide wouldn't be found at the first place,
,u can install only for upper version not older :S
thanks man ,i wish we could just have an easy one click root,
Yeah, we are all stuck with unrooted 2.42 dhd for now. Sooner or later, somebody will find a way to root 2.42.415.1. We just have to wait.
Idea for dhd V. 2.42
HELLO ALL MISERABLE PERSONS LIKE ME, CARRYING DHD ANDROID V 2.42 AND ABOVE.
I HAVE UN IDEA WHICH IS THAT WE CAN PAY MONEY TO ANY ONE WILL HELP US ROOT THE PHONE AND USE A METHOD FOR DOWNGRADED .
ACTUALLY IF I COME TO KNOW BEFORE PURCHASING DHD THAT I CAN NOT ROOT IT , I WILL NEVER PURCHASE IT .
I NEED YOUR SUPPORT ,
LEE
we cant say........we cant root DHD....we can....but must wait.........thats only the thing we should do.......
anybody know.....will this thing work ??????
http://driphter.com/index.php?topic=3867.0
i know that this will not work on 2.42...... ok.
for any other metod just check the release date of it.if it's before 6 jul defenitly will not work on 2.42....
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rohithksaj said:
anybody know.....will this thing work ??????
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Do you have the 2.42 to try? I will try it tonight after I get back from work!!
frank21cn said:
Do you have the 2.42 to try? I will try it tonight after I get back from work!!
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i tried it before,beleive me it wont work,i was thinkink to upgrade to 2.50 ,but am afraid of tow things : 1 - arabic support
2 - someone will figure a root for 2.42 and then i i cant go down to it :S
but its given 2.36+..........that can be 2.42 na ?????
i think its a common method after GB update..........whatever the version is.....
I dont know whether this work .........
rohithksaj said:
but its given 2.36+..........that can be 2.42 na ?????
i think its a common method after GB update..........whatever the version is.....
I dont know whether this work .........
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it could be ,but it wont work ,i also contacted jsl about it ,and he kept telling me u just need to let it go to sleep and then wake it up u will find an error which i couldn't get
but somehow i feel we are going root soon with 2.42.415.1 maybe this week,
but what do u think about going to the latest 2.50 ?
no way...am not going to update......the we have to wait again for downgrading 2.50.............
I will downgrade my 2.42 wen it comes.......
It will be great if we downgrade this week itself..........
I have lost almost 1 month for rooting my fone.....
now no way......
thanks all for reply ..
The waiting answer is not enough for me and the others , unless some one tell us if they works on it to figure out how to solve the root issue
thanks to all members in this forum specially the supportive peoples who give us that hope.
Am Still waiting since along time.. for a hope
i agree with you ,knowing someone is working on it is good and hopefull.
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That guide in driphter is a modified copy of the guides in xda, it won't work.
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network locked... please help

Hello all,
I bought an htc desire HD yesterday and when i pop in my sim into the phone it says network locked, i am a complete newb in the android world please help me fix this
I searched the google and the unlocking required an app named "sgs unlocker" but there is no free version in the market, plesse help me through
Btw i must add the phone shows TMOBILE logo when it starts and it came with a tmobile sim do when i pop the tmobile sim the phone starts normally, my other sim won't work on the phone
Rooting will give you simunlock. However, there is no guarantee it will work for all carriers. There are some it does not work with.
Sent from a dream.
Teichopsia said:
Rooting will give you simunlock. However, there is no guarantee it will work for all carriers. There are some it does not work with.
Sent from a dream.
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Is there any other solution then?
prospect565 said:
Is there any other solution then?
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Buy an ime unlock code.
Sent from a dream.
Teichopsia said:
Buy an ime unlock code.
Sent from a dream.
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i live in pakistan and the phone is bought from UK, how do i get an imei unlock code? :S
and should i try the booting method?
prospect565 said:
i live in pakistan and the phone is bought from UK, how do i get an imei unlock code? :S
and should i try the booting method?
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Google for a website that sells them.
You bought it in the uk, did you buy it from amazon uk or any online service? Contact the seller to see if he can help you.
I don't know what you mean by booting method.
Right now, all I can say is google is your friend.
Sent from a dream.
Teichopsia said:
Google for a website that sells them.
You bought it in the uk, did you buy it from amazon uk or any online service? Contact the seller to see if he can help you.
I don't know what you mean by booting method.
Right now, all I can say is google is your friend.
Sent from a dream.
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thank u so much for guiding me i have already asked a few people and i'll soon get my phone unlocked
but i have one last question, when i unlock the phone will i be able to use the latest custom roms?
prospect565 said:
thank u so much for guiding me i have already asked a few people and i'll soon get my phone unlocked
but i have one last question, when i unlock the phone will i be able to use the latest custom roms?
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Yes. Use the ace hack kit only to unlock/root your phone. Do not use any other method. You can flash anything in the dev section. Read the op (first page) before flashing. It will list what works and what bugs are listed.
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Teichopsia said:
Yes. Use the ace hack kit only to unlock/root your phone. Do not use any other method. You can flash anything in the dev section. Read the op (first page) before flashing. It will list what works and what bugs are listed.
Sent from a dream.
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alright i have unlocked my phone through the unlock code now i need to know how to root my phone and update it to the latest rom available for the phone presently, can u please direct me to the page?
prospect565 said:
alright i have unlocked my phone through the unlock code now i need to know how to root my phone and update it to the latest rom available for the phone presently, can u please direct me to the page?
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You can root your DHD with help of this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1377119&highlight=aahk
DachV said:
You can root your DHD with help of this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1377119&highlight=aahk
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what is the best custom rom for DHD and i have heard there are 2 versions of DHD, the 1st generation is easy to be booted and custom roms are easily installed but the 2nd generation comes up with a lot of problems plus which custom rom is the best according to u?
tonerty
prospect565 said:
what is the best custom rom for DHD and i have heard there are 2 versions of DHD, the 1st generation is easy to be booted and custom roms are easily installed but the 2nd generation comes up with a lot of problems plus which custom rom is the best according to u?
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As I know, all Dhd can be rooted by AAHK you must only follow the instructions.
As for me, the best ROM we have today for our device is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1778202 there are few bugs only, but not critical for me If you want the ROM with Sense, look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792074 but this ROM works more slowly
DachV said:
As I know, all Dhd can be rooted by AAHK you must only follow the instructions.
As for me, the best ROM we have today for our device is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1778202 there are few bugs only, but not critical for me If you want the ROM with Sense, look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792074 but this ROM works more slowly
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I am a complete noob in the android world so please don't judge me over my stupid questions, is there any rom in whih I can get a better battery life? As I mentioned before I was an iPhone set for like 3 years and I used to the hate the battery issues
All I want is good battery, performance, apps and wifi by etc
DachV said:
As I know, all Dhd can be rooted by AAHK you must only follow the instructions.
As for me, the best ROM we have today for our device is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1778202 there are few bugs only, but not critical for me If you want the ROM with Sense, look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1792074 but this ROM works more slowly
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Btw what's the difference between the tons with sense and those without sense?
prospect565 said:
I am a complete noob in the android world so please don't judge me over my stupid questions, is there any rom in whih I can get a better battery life? As I mentioned before I was an iPhone set for like 3 years and I used to the hate the battery issues
All I want is good battery, performance, apps and wifi by etc
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Try to install the Jelly Time Beta 10. It has realy high battery life, good performance and working WiFi. Camcorder and bluetoth is only broken
DachV said:
Try to install the Jelly Time Beta 10. It has realy high battery life, good performance and working WiFi. Camcorder and bluetoth is only broken
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well keeping all the broken things in mind i think i'll stick to the official firmware till the roms gets fixed
prospect565 said:
Btw what's the difference between the tons with sense and those without sense?
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Sense is practically the user graphical interface. It includes original Htc widgets, lockscreen, and other different features. Use google to know more

Easiest way to unlock bootloader

Hi guys
I just bought my htc one x
And today i would like to install custom rom, so i wanted to unlock my bootloader(HTC Dev website) as i did for my previous sensation xe.
But when i research on the internet about unlocking the bootloader, I saw people are using different methods.
Now i would like to clarify whether i can use the HTC Dev website to unlock my bootloader or i should do something else to unlock it.
Thanks in advance.
androidboy123 said:
Hi guys
I just bought my htc one x
And today i would like to install custom rom, so i wanted to unlock my bootloader(HTC Dev website) as i did for my previous sensation xe.
But when i research on the internet about unlocking the bootloader, I saw people are using different methods.
Now i would like to clarify whether i can use the HTC Dev website to unlock my bootloader or i should do something else to unlock it.
Thanks in advance.
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Follow this step by step, its the best video that I could find, all works first time too http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gIeq8Jx28cs
cleancorekiller said:
Follow this step by step, its the best video that I could find, all works first time too
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Can i know where is the link?
androidboy123 said:
Can i know where is the link?
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Just edited the post and added the link, my bad.....been awake wayyy too many hours.
cheers
Thanks Bro......

Help needed to Root and install latest compatible android on HTC One V

Guys I own a HTC One V for past 1 year. now since the warranty is over I am planning to root the phone and thinking of installing custom ROMs
The only issue is that I am completely new in this rooting/custom rom business. In other words I am complete noob.
Please make things simple for me and help me step by step so that I can root my phone.
After rooting please guide me in same simple manner how can I install custom ROMs on my One V?
Please give link of latest and supported custom ROM for One V? Which version is currently available for this phone? 4.2 or 4.3? Can I by any chance get 4.4 on this device?
Please guide!
bluevolt said:
Guys I own a HTC One V for past 1 year. now since the warranty is over I am planning to root the phone and thinking of installing custom ROMs
The only issue is that I am completely new in this rooting/custom rom business. In other words I am complete noob.
Please make things simple for me and help me step by step so that I can root my phone.
After rooting please guide me in same simple manner how can I install custom ROMs on my One V?
Please give link of latest and supported custom ROM for One V? Which version is currently available for this phone? 4.2 or 4.3? Can I by any chance get 4.4 on this device?
Please guide!
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What version of Htc One V you has?
if its GSM, you can follow this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1598964
not sure bout CDMA
Only 4.2.2 is available now
You made it to this forum so you're almost there. You know those sticky topics that you ignored at the top of the page to find the post button? Read them first. There are some excellent instructions that have already been written.
sent from a phone running a rom
and then
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34236649#post34236649
its GSM only.
bluevolt said:
Guys I own a HTC One V for past 1 year. now since the warranty is over I am planning to root the phone and thinking of installing custom ROMs
The only issue is that I am completely new in this rooting/custom rom business. In other words I am complete noob.
Please make things simple for me and help me step by step so that I can root my phone.
After rooting please guide me in same simple manner how can I install custom ROMs on my One V?
Please give link of latest and supported custom ROM for One V? Which version is currently available for this phone? 4.2 or 4.3? Can I by any chance get 4.4 on this device?
Please guide!
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what is the problem with rooting?! everything (unlocking bootloader and rooting) happens trough the HTC officail site!!! LOL
parkourz said:
what is the problem with rooting?! everything (unlocking bootloader and rooting) happens trough the HTC officail site!!! LOL
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Didn't got your point?
PS - Why my profile picture and signatures are not appearing? Is this because of junior member status?
bluevolt said:
Didn't got your point?
PS - Why my profile picture and signatures are not appearing? Is this because of junior member status?
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I've wanted to say that HTC (as far as I know) is the only smartphones provider that let users unlock bootloader and root devices with step by step guide trough their official site. You have to google "HTC One V root" and search for htc.com site
I'm wondering why they won't sell unlocked and rooted devices

Question about my HTC One M8 and Android L

Hello there XDA Developers forum.
I got a HTC One M8 on contract with Three (UK) and was immediately disappointed with HTC Sense, and so, followed a YouTube guide to convert my standard HTC One M8 into a Google Play Edition HTC One M8. This guide included S-Off, and allows over the air updates. Also, the Google Play Edition ROM that the guide recommended I flash to my phone is not rooted, so the end result that I have is pretty much an exact replica of a Google Play Edition HTC One M8.
I am certain the over the air updates work, because before I "converted" my phone it was on 4.4.3, and after it was completed, a few weeks later I was promoted with an Android notification to upgrade to 4.4.4, which just worked without any problems. On the notification it even said "4.4.4 for your HTC One M8 Google Play Edition" despite my phone not actually being a "real" Google Play Edition model.
My question is, will the process be the same when Android L is released? IE, When Android L is released, will my phone get a notification like before and just be able to update like normal? Or since it's a pretty big update, will I need to flash a new ROM onto my phone? I'm hoping the over the air updates will take care of it again, but hoping someone could provide me with some info.
Thank you very much in advance everybody.
Brad
marshedpotato said:
Hello there XDA Developers forum.
I got a HTC One M8 on contract with Three (UK) and was immediately disappointed with HTC Sense, and so, followed a YouTube guide to convert my standard HTC One M8 into a Google Play Edition HTC One M8. This guide included S-Off, and allows over the air updates. Also, the Google Play Edition ROM that the guide recommended I flash to my phone is not rooted, so the end result that I have is pretty much an exact replica of a Google Play Edition HTC One M8.
I am certain the over the air updates work, because before I "converted" my phone it was on 4.4.3, and after it was completed, a few weeks later I was promoted with an Android notification to upgrade to 4.4.4, which just worked without any problems. On the notification it even said "4.4.4 for your HTC One M8 Google Play Edition" despite my phone not actually being a "real" Google Play Edition model.
My question is, will the process be the same when Android L is released? IE, When Android L is released, will my phone get a notification like before and just be able to update like normal? Or since it's a pretty big update, will I need to flash a new ROM onto my phone? I'm hoping the over the air updates will take care of it again, but hoping someone could provide me with some info.
Thank you very much in advance everybody.
Brad
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a converted gpe is practically the same. you will get L the same as the previous updates
rbouza1 said:
a converted gpe is practically the same. you will get L the same as the previous updates
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Brilliant, thank you. Do you know if i will be prompted to install the update or will I have to do it manually?
Really appreciate your help.
marshedpotato said:
Brilliant, thank you. Do you know if i will be prompted to install the update or will I have to do it manually?
Really appreciate your help.
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you'll be prompted, and depending on your setup will determine if you should follow through or not. (stock recovery, untouched sys apps, etc)
@marshedpotato - please could you provide a link to the YouTube guide you followed for conversion? Thanks.
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tharweb said:
@marshedpotato - please could you provide a link to the YouTube guide you followed for conversion? Thanks.
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I would not follow any YouTube guide, but the RUU guide on this forums. Don't have the link at hand though, as I'm not at my PC at the moment. Just search for it on the forums.
Following a video you'll never collect the proper knowledge of what you are doing and thus most of the time don't know how to solve a problem if one occurs.
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