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Here is the link to download AT&T's demo ROM used on Samsung Focus. DO NOT install this ROM to your device!!! I am posting it so someone with the required skills may be able too cook a custom ROM for the focus or remove the demo mode from it!
it's a shame that focus is the only wp7 without a custom ROM available yet!
Here is the link: http://megaupload.com/?d=KC6YS0FT
dell venue pro also has no custom rom =/
Optimus 7 E900h has no custom rom either.
there isn't any "custom" rom for real wp7 phones , only the hd2 has custom rom's
before we can have custom rom's we need to find a way to lower the security and get some nativ app's running (isn't that easy) then we need a Hspl to get that rom on the phone and we need a kitchen (one with reloc for all the parts of the ROM).
when we have that all it will be possible to make custom rom's , so don't keep your breath wile waiting because it will take long to get that all
It appears the link is no more working.. busted I guess! sorry..! if anyone needs it I can upload it somewhere maybe..
Thread cleaned, if this thread doesn't stay on topic, it will be closed. I don't have a reason to believe this was from a stolen phone. People leak things all the time, even before the phone is released . The way this is laid out seems to be in a similar manner of an HTC RUU, this is probably used to get regular Focus's to demo mode.
~~Tito~~
Zero Tolerance is in effect for this thread and others like it if it moves to that. Play nice
The download link is still working.
The download contains a file called "Focus.exe". It is a flash-tool with ROM-files embedded. When it is started, it will first extract the embedded ROM files. There will be 4 files extracted in your temp-folder. Then the flash-tool is started and waiting for a phone in download-mode to be connected. You should obviously not do that. If you want to analyze this ROM you should start Focus.exe and make a copy of these 4 files in your temp-folder and then close it again.
I'm not really sure what a Demo Mode ROM is, so I want to know what's so bad about it?
The thing is that I have a bricked Focus on my hands which doesn't boot beyond the Samsung Logo. The only solution I can think of is flashing it with a new ROM but since there aren't any stock ROMs available, I can't do that.
Would flashing it with the Demo ROM bring it back to life?
no it would do nothing but render it useless if the phone was working.... demo mode is what comes on the at&t in store demo phones...
kawgirlval69 said:
no it would do nothing but render it useless if the phone was working.... demo mode is what comes on the at&t in store demo phones...
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It does not come on them, it is put on them by the AT&T staff.
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I have upped the files that the Samsung/WP7 software dumps to the temp folder in case someone wishes to have direct access to them for analysis.
There are about 4 files, all *.tmp
one is 300+ megs, one is 20, the other 2 are small
http://www.mediafire.com/file/c23jq6zf7fzg4x4/demo rom temp files.part1.rar
http://www.mediafire.com/file/44dkoa1d8fjhujj/demo rom temp files.part2.rar
good job let's hope someone will be able one day to create or leak a ROM for Focus..
Doesn't look like that day would be coming any time soon
have faith my friend! what if someone could capture the nodo update with any software during downloading? is this in any way possible?
I thought about that too, but it turns out its only a Delta update, not a complete Firmware/ROM so it isn't possible.
I'm trying to be optimistic here, but considering there is absolutely no developer interest in the Focus, I'm not holding my breath anymore
great..! I am wondering how much would I get for selling my bricked focus for parts (is stuck on Samsung screen and only with a new ROM would be fixed)..
Yes my device has the same problem. What I learned from all this was that HTC smartphones are a much better choice since they at least have developers working on them.
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Hi guys,
I love my Desire HD, I really do. Great phone. I get asked all the time what make it is... very nice owning it... BUT I hate Orange UK and their pesky interfering with the ROM. Some things just plain don't work.
So (and I have looked) there are lots of ROMs out there that I can Flash, but it's all very confusing to me.
What I need clear guidance on is:
1. Can I get a nice clean Genuine HTC Rom on it (with Sense)?
2. Will that give me OTA updates to Gingerbread or any future upgrades?
Sorry, but I seem to only find Mod guidance on here, but Im one of those people who like to put things back the way they were designed to be... (Im that sad...)
Ta for any help you can offer
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Hi guys,
1. Can I get a nice clean Genuine HTC Rom on it (with Sense)?
2. Will that give me OTA updates to Gingerbread or any future upgrades?
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1. Yes, if you just want stock rom you can root your UK branded Rom (if its base 1.72 you have to downgrade first check this guide, thats what i used and there's also a link to a downgrade guide in it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=964996) get S-OFF and install the official RUU (R om U pdate U tility) from 2.3.3. Or when you have root and S-OFF you can flash Clockworkmod recovery (the thing you need to flash any custom made stuff) and from there any custom rom you like. This is recommended because with it you can backup your current branded Rom in case you need to have it repaired and still want to be under warranty.
2. With official RUU you will get future OTA updates directly from HTC, but when you install 2.3.3 RUU you're already up do date. When you have a Custom Rom you will get updates from your rom Chef that you download over wifi/3g directly to your phone and flash it through Clockworkmod recovery
-> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=840040
This is stock rom with improvements. Look at the features list, it will convince you I'd say its the most popular custom rom and a good point to start.
btw Orange is the best provider in terms of Data plans in my country. You get most out of your money. But the branding and support is horrible They have absolutely no clue what their talking about. When i asked them if my DHD was branded when i bought it the sales assistant didnt even know what that is... She had to ask someone else first. If thats the same in UK you're on a good way with installing the Rom YOU want. You'll get support here from guys that do even better than the guys from HTC. Believe me.
I've only ever met one sales assistant who knew what I was talking about, I felt strangely attracted to her...
I've tried a few roms and settled on cm7 for now, best thing to do is junk the stock rom and get flashing, the improvements in battery life should be enough to convince you lol
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Thanks guys, this is really helpful....
The thing that tipped me over the edge was a trip to my local Orange Shop, where I went to get some answers as to why the Hot Spot feature wasn't working on the phone. I then had to spend 10 minutes explaining to the girl what the hotspot feature was, then DEMONSTRATE it to HER!
Orange guys must have been tinkering with the rom. Tethering and hotspot options worked out of the box for me but you better switch to a custom rom to get those features back and other goodies. Besides, it's funny .
Yep, like all the others recommended custom rom is the way forward. I was in your position before I started the flashing madness, I can promise you, you wouldn't regret it.. And we are so lucky to have such an active development section...
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Yep if you follow all the instructions it is nigh on impossible for anything to go wrong. Even if it does however, due to the active forums, you will get an answer in no time!
Don't do it, once you start you can't stop flashing save yourself and run away while you can
On a serious note, the battery life improvement and virtual 24hr help with this forum are good enough reasons on there own to do it, you won't regret it...
Ok Guys.... I'm gonna give you a laugh.
I've had my DHD since March (from Orange) and like all of you I am now not happy with (what you state is Stock ROM)
At the very tender age of 53yrs and now burnt our with computing and the like I rarely understand all the lingo/terms used Etc ;((
After calling on a phone 'expert' shop yesterday and was willing to shed cash if they could root & flash (presumably after de-branding) I saw the blank expression on their face.... "Nope... we don't know what your talking about"
Hmmm (I thought) So now I am determined to scare myself to death and ATTEMPT to get my phone to where it should be! But I am SOOoo lost on all the termanology used.
I am on 2.2.1
Kernal 2.6.32.21-g46445e7
Build 1.84.61.2
At the present time I am running on SPB 3D and have Laucher Pro installed as I was exerimenting with home page mods.
Still awaiting Ginger and can't see me getting it from Orange (UK) for any time yet. Phone does som curios things at times and seems to be getting buggy.
Phone calls drop, incomming second caller now boots me from my original call, icons vannish Etc.
Oh... Not keen on all this Facebook lark which the stock Orange thing has installed.
So.. ok, Not now happy with my DHD, but don't know where to start in geriatric terms.
Love this forum tho'
Hi
I am sending you a PM with a full guide and all the tools you require
Friends, I have a Irulu AL101 SuperPAD Tablet (I assume it's a generic chinese knock off), and I'm looking for a copy of the firmware, or something compatable that I can have as a backup before I start trying ROM's on it.
It's rooted.
Attached is a screenshot of the system information so you can see the build number and such.
Any information would be helpful!
Thanks in advance!
How did you root you tab?
This PSA was sent Flow style from my Note 2 N-7100
it came out of the box with root access. where did you find roms and how do you flash them?
Compatibility packs for
bbradf44 said:
it came out of the box with root access. where did you find roms and how do you flash them?
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I'm working on this issue as well.
I am looking for the compatibility pack for my device which is an Irulu AN101 and so far I am just working my way through this ROM thread right here to find the exact one. I don't know what is compatible as of yet so I am doing the hard research on this.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1821398
Hopefully this link helps you. Let me know what you find if your still working this issue.
Link to Irulu.net for my device AN101 is here:
http://irulu.net/tablet-pc-accessory/tablet-pc/64123.html
Also found a link to your device AL101 on their site as well:
http://www.irulu.net/tablet-pc-accessory/tablet-pc/64126.html
Yours looks like it has a different processor than mine so I am assuming we need different compatibility packs.
The only thing I am missing is the compatibility pack for assurance that I don't brick my device. I have been following the device here (so far) on this great youtube video which may be applicable to your sitch as well. hopefully it helps.
http://youtu.be/ETFthBydHU0
Good luck as well.
Hello, I am in a unique situation. I have a Verizon Galaxy Note 4 version N910VVRU1ANI1. I live internationally and I use the phone strictly for wifi. I have a Gear VR but cannot use it because I can't update. The update needs to be connected to Verizon LTE networks to update. I need to update this phone through any means necessary.I have tried using Kies and Verizon Upgrade assistant but it always says that the phone software is up to date. I think the method I will have to use is to flash it myself. Someone said this was possible but I do not know how to do it or where to download the update online. I am willing to send $10 paypal to any person who can show me how to update this phone or point me in the right direction to update it. I will also name my first child after you.
I am getting desperate. Thank you for any help you might give me. Let me know if you have any questions.
P.S.
A few more additional questions I would appreciate answered if anybody knows:
1) What is the best place to post this question? I also posted this on reddit.
2) What is the exact name of the update? So I can maybe search the internet for the download
3) Is there any hope for me to play Gear VR?
EDIT: Somebody on reddit helped me. The only question I still have is does anybody know when the update will be available for me to download and flash to my device? Thanks
JoeSaiiba said:
Hello, I am in a unique situation. I have a Verizon Galaxy Note 4 version N910VVRU1ANI1. I live internationally and I use the phone strictly for wifi. I have a Gear VR but cannot use it because I can't update. The update needs to be connected to Verizon LTE networks to update. I need to update this phone through any means necessary.I have tried using Kies and Verizon Upgrade assistant but it always says that the phone software is up to date. I think the method I will have to use is to flash it myself. Someone said this was possible but I do not know how to do it or where to download the update online. I am willing to send $10 paypal to any person who can show me how to update this phone or point me in the right direction to update it. I will also name my first child after you.
I am getting desperate. Thank you for any help you might give me. Let me know if you have any questions.
P.S.
A few more additional questions I would appreciate answered if anybody knows:
1) What is the best place to post this question? I also posted this on reddit.
2) What is the exact name of the update? So I can maybe search the internet for the download
3) Is there any hope for me to play Gear VR?
EDIT: Somebody on reddit helped me. The only question I still have is does anybody know when the update will be available for me to download and flash to my device? Thanks
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Just keep your eyes peeled for the Odin files that people post on here. Once the updated version comes out, you can just flash your phone with it.
Hey man easiest way to update is to use Kies3. When I had Galaxy S4 sometimeago about 1.5 yrs ago.
I gave it as a gift to someone in Europe - Poland.
He couldn't update the S4 so I simply told him to download Kies3 and it will find the Verizon Update.
it works just fine so go ahead download it and if you have update take care of it
I did read you used kies already but make sure it's not in debugging mode as well .
If it's Kies3 it should work just fine..
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JoeSaiiba said:
Hello, I am in a unique situation. I have a Verizon Galaxy Note 4 version N910VVRU1ANI1. I live internationally and I use the phone strictly for wifi. I have a Gear VR but cannot use it because I can't update. The update needs to be connected to Verizon LTE networks to update. I need to update this phone through any means necessary.I have tried using Kies and Verizon Upgrade assistant but it always says that the phone software is up to date. I think the method I will have to use is to flash it myself. Someone said this was possible but I do not know how to do it or where to download the update online. I am willing to send $10 paypal to any person who can show me how to update this phone or point me in the right direction to update it. I will also name my first child after you.
I am getting desperate. Thank you for any help you might give me. Let me know if you have any questions.
P.S.
A few more additional questions I would appreciate answered if anybody knows:
1) What is the best place to post this question? I also posted this on reddit.
2) What is the exact name of the update? So I can maybe search the internet for the download
3) Is there any hope for me to play Gear VR?
EDIT: Somebody on reddit helped me. The only question I still have is does anybody know when the update will be available for me to download and flash to my device? Thanks
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Here is the latest update free of charge. I just downloaded it with Samsung Kies. Flash it with Odin.
N910VVZW1ANJ5 MD5:c5f3bc3d6ad2e047b1b7737e31a569f2
Odin
Instructions if needed, just use the linked tar file here instead of the one in the instructions.
check out this forum
if you check our this forum , you might find better solution than 10 bulks ,or you can go to your local garage store for it
Hello guys im a big fan of HTC using them from the last 15 years.
I moved yesterday from my belowed M8 to HTC 10 because i get a"Brand New"" Mint condition never used HTC 10 for exactly 200 USD and i saw its a super Offer for this Carbon Black device no single scratch still sealed
I cheked the phone and is writen to beb USA WWE Version Factorory Uncloked etc.
All work perfectly fine i chek it via HTC Diag and few more alternatives the only one thing bother me when im using a program to identify the device in Main bord is writen "QC Reference Phone" What this mean its that a normal?
The phone is 32GB Black Carbon USA unclocked WWE version i update it via the OTA to android 7 exactly the latest Security Patch is from September 2017 and the build of the android, 2.51.617.21 the official one since the phone was never Rooted or Unlocked Bootloader or S-Offed i have to do this this weekend)
so if you can give me more info about this will be perfect
Thank you in advance.
My other question is regarding the Unclocking things, since 10 is new device for me i will unlock the bootloader with HTC devs 1st then will install costum recovery and root it do i have to S-OFF it just to use a Custum ROM? like Viper and some mods all i want is to be able to flash Viper ROM plus Ainur Aidio Mod Sauron plus Infinity Sound mod by Zero thats it..
I know if i S-OFF it will be able to flash diferent RADIOS firmwares etc but in case im with the latest official Nougat firmware why i will need to do that? or do i really need it if i want to be able to flash only the above things i need.
Of course later with the change and OREO firmware update i will S off it anyway but do i need to do it right now what exactly i will be not able to do if im S-ON only the RADIO firmware?
THANK YOU much appriciete
tsalta said:
My other question is regarding the Unclocking things, since 10 is new device for me i will unlock the bootloader with HTC devs 1st then will install costum recovery and root it do i have to S-OFF it just to use a Custum ROM? like Viper and some mods all i want is to be able to flash Viper ROM plus Ainur Aidio Mod Sauron plus Infinity Sound mod by Zero thats it..
I know if i S-OFF it will be able to flash diferent RADIOS firmwares etc but in case im with the latest official Nougat firmware why i will need to do that? or do i really need it if i want to be able to flash only the above things i need.
Of course later with the change and OREO firmware update i will S off it anyway but do i need to do it right now what exactly i will be not able to do if im S-ON only the RADIO firmware?
THANK YOU much appriciete
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Basicially S-OFF is needed if You want to change MID and/or CID to flash any RUU You want or, as You said, to be able to flash different firmware (older for example).
In matter of flashing custom roms, You don't need S-OFF to do this. If You have latest official Nougat firmware You can flash Viper ROM plus extras You have mentioned
Remeber one thing, before flashing first custom rom it's always nice and handy to perform backup in TWRP.
Quote from other post about "QC Reference Phone" - thanks to @tabp0le
They gave you a QC reference phone. It's a prototype for development. You need to report that user to ebay and get your money back.
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GamaPL said:
Basicially S-OFF is needed if You want to change MID and/or CID to flash any RUU You want or, as You said, to be able to flash different firmware (older for example).
In matter of flashing custom roms, You don't need S-OFF to do this. If You have latest official Nougat firmware You can flash Viper ROM plus extras You have mentioned
Remeber one thing, before flashing first custom rom it's always nice and handy to perform backup in TWRP.
Quote from other post about "QC Reference Phone" - thanks to @tabp0le
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Thank you alot
I dont get it from Ebay also i got it for 200 USD the phone was still sealed yesterday im today with the phone all work perfectly smooth also like i say i OTA official update it to the latest Nougat Android
So what mean is a prototype phone? i was thinking QC is meaning something regarding Quaccom etc ive read the other post that you quote here mine is 4gb of RAM 32 Black Carbon Version when i chek out the serial and imei its give me info that it USA WWE Version bought April 2016 so im asking what the difference in this protoype kind version? or are you sure QC mean a prototype version of the phone?
tsalta said:
Thank you alot
I dont get it from Ebay also i got it for 200 USD the phone was still sealed yesterday im today with the phone all work perfectly smooth also like i say i OTA official update it to the latest Nougat Android
So what mean is a prototype phone? i was thinking QC is meaning something regarding Quaccom etc ive read the other post that you quote here mine is 4gb of RAM 32 Black Carbon Version when i chek out the serial and imei its give me info that it USA WWE Version bought April 2016 so im asking what the difference in this protoype kind version? or are you sure QC mean a prototype version of the phone?
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I'm not sure (and i do understand that You don't have it from Ebay), i've just quoted post from another topic You need to wait for reply of someone who understands hardware much more better than me
I hope to recive idea what this mean to know to return it back and get my bucks or its a nice device and this doesnt mean anything serious i read post that many One PLus and HTC device the mother board is read like QC reference Board but i dont have idea what is this?!
How i can chek to be sure i have serial number and imei and etc to do get var all?
tsalta said:
I hope to recive idea what this mean to know to return it back and get my bucks or its a nice device and this doesnt mean anything serious i read post that many One PLus and HTC device the mother board is read like QC reference Board but i dont have idea what is this?!
How i can chek to be sure i have serial number and imei and etc to do get var all?
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I think the best way would be to contact HTC Support directly and give them all the details about phone
For all the people who wonder there is nothing WRONG with that and is not only ME also the thing about test unit or some kind of protoype is not true as well finally i have a chance to talk directly with HTC Tech support for many things including this QC Reference phone readin of the MotherBoard.
Also they did a nice lookup chek for me and told me the device i got is Perfect USA Factory Unlocked Aka Developers Device in perfect condition. And also that the dive is bought directly from them from the Official HTC site because they had it in the databes there when who and how did he get it.
Lets make it short here is the reason WHY this heppans and not only to me they are already familiar with that wrong reading.
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Virginia P.: Great, Tsalta. Based on your IMEI number, I was able to check in my system that you have an original HTC Device manufactured in the US and bought through our website.
The message you are having is not an issue, your phone is in perfect state. The database of some applications does not have all the sub-versions of the processor references. The mainboard does not handle like in the computer that has apart ram processor and video. They handle something called SoC (System on a Chip), therefore the processor handles the whole system. But as there are so many versions depending on number of cores, type of video, amount of ram, etc. the application may not recognize the type of processor.
But, I promise you, there's nothing wrong with your phone.
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Thats the answer its something related with the revision version Some programs read it on some devices some cant handle it BUT all the device are THE SAME.