[Android Questions and Answers] Android General Questions HERE Please
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Most of your settings are held in data.img
You can usually upgrade just by overwriting existing files.
However...
SOMETIMES, a new update might not work with an older data.img. When this happens, you just have to delete data.img and start over. Sorry! And the developers don't always tell you when you need to delete it.
I think most people just get used to a totally clean install and can be fully configured again in 30 mins...
a REALLY useful tip is to make sure you're syncing with google... so your address book, and calender etc are in 'the cloud'... then you can reinstall a clean system and just resync your data with google (works very well)
At the moment, as you say, there are so many new releases, it's a pain. BUT, you really don't need to be updating on every release... if there is a MAJOR fix, you will hear about it on here (believe me!)
With Glemson's update packages, you can sometimes get great new fixes, but you can also get some awful bugs too... ;-) That's the gamble you take with taking code right from the developers!
waiting for sd error
Is nokia card work?
like this onehttp://cgi.ebay.com/4GB-Nokia-MicroSD-Micro-SD-HC-Class-6-Memory-Card-4-GB_W0QQitemZ170407191989QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Electronics_Memory_Cards?hash=item27ad0f65b5 anyone use nokia sdhc card?
how have nokia card plz try and tell me Is it work?
Is nokia card work?
like this onehttp://cgi.ebay.com/4GB-Nokia-MicroSD-Micro-SD-HC-Class-6-Memory-Card-4-GB_W0QQitemZ170407191989QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Electronics_Memory_Cards?hash=item27ad0f65b5 anyone use nokia sdhc card?
how have nokia card plz try and tell me Is it work?
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Which SD card works with the android releases?
Hi there,
is there any list, which sdcards verifiable work with the android releases?
So far I read, that "Transcend" cards will not work.
I have a "SanDisk Class2 micro SD HC" card and it does not work either
Which ones will work?
Cheers
Hi there,
is there any list, which sdcards verifiable work with the android releases?
So far I read, that "Transcend" cards will not work.
I have a "SanDisk Class2 micro SD HC" card and it does not work either
Which ones will work?
Cheers
I realise that donating to the developer here would be the best thing in an ideal world, however I also think they have such a painstaking process to find and iron out all these bugs that having the help of someone on the inside would speed things up...of course for all I know they are already helping And there is nothing to say that the milestone reward can't be taken by XDA developer.
It seems to me that the Android development for Blackstone is somewhat confused at the moment. I mean I keep an eye on the thread and I still don;t understand which version works best and what files are updated.
This may be my technical naivety, but why is it that we have 3 builds going on, when surely the interface between the Hardware and the Android Kernel will be the same for all Android versions as they are backward compatible?
I think by the time anyone decided to contribute towards a fund for Android on Blackstone most of us will have a new phone anyway (nexus 2?)!
Logicalstep
And there is nothing to say that the milestone reward can't be taken by XDA developer.It seems to me that the Android development for Blackstone is somewhat confused at the moment. I mean I keep an eye on the thread and I still don;t understand which version works best and what files are updated.
This may be my technical naivety, but why is it that we have 3 builds going on, when surely the interface between the Hardware and the Android Kernel will be the same for all Android versions as they are backward compatible?
I think by the time anyone decided to contribute towards a fund for Android on Blackstone most of us will have a new phone anyway (nexus 2?)!
Logicalstep
I believe it is a crucial factor, since FAT16 does not support long file names, where FAT32 does, as do the various Linux filesystems.
It's easy to overlook this factor since we normally just click on 'Format' without really noticing the file system we're formatting.
Moral of the story is, take a little extra time to check the format options before you proceed.
i tested sever vista driver to make my touch hd detected by windows.1 driver detected as HTC Dream and another one detect as Android Phone.Im trying to play around and do some debugging but i cant make adb devices work in vista.Anyone could help? I already remove all usb devices and just only touch hd running Glossy Themed Android Eclair v1.5
I tried to setup android 2.0.1 eclair. I did everything said but it didn't work. I wait like 20 minutes and I get an error : "something used micropklt_lcd_ctrl . This function should no longer be used". Another thing when I enter Bootloader other blackstones show (LED) v6 and I see (LED) v5. This difference doesn't effect anything when using Winmo ROMS, only I get an error in the begining please update firmware. Nothing else. Is there any way to update this firmware or is the problem causing my android to fail something else ? Please help me. Thanks in advance.
I've heard about ADB, and i understood it could connect android by usb and be recognized by Vista.
1) Have i understood it well ?
2) Is it available ?
3) Will i be able to browse files into my computer ?
1) Have i understood it well ?
2) Is it available ?
3) Will i be able to browse files into my computer ?
adb available in android sdk tools but correct me if im wrong i think we still cannot browse files.I managed to get Touch HD on android 2.1 detected in vista but adb show no devices
Thank you, that's what i've already read at glemsom just after asked my question And yes, you're right
And yes, you're rightYep i managed to run Open Home Skin.Now using Dark hero theme.I also tested metamorph but it always crash during extracting theme files.Another news i managed to connect touch hd with vista in usb mode detected as HTC RNDIS.Then i telnet to the phone on 192.168.20.1 after setting up ip address on vista interface.Guess what it is root and i can do some debugging on the phone
[*]"Waiting for SD Card" error? [/B]
Some users have troublesome SD Cards that have been discovered to cause problems for Android. There are some suggested settings to help overcome SOME of the issues, but for others, sometimes your card just won't work.... sorry.
What could be wrong about my Card ??
i dont get it
Some users have troublesome SD Cards that have been discovered to cause problems for Android. There are some suggested settings to help overcome SOME of the issues, but for others, sometimes your card just won't work.... sorry.
What could be wrong about my Card ??
i dont get it
Credential Manager
Has anyone tried connecting to a wireless network protected by 802.1x?
Android keeps asking me to enter my credentials storage password and then without connecting, indicating if the password was accepted or not, or any other message drops me back to the list of available wifi networks.
I tried clearing the credential storage and password and setting a new one, but it's not even clear if that has taken effect.
Has anyone tried connecting to a wireless network protected by 802.1x?
Android keeps asking me to enter my credentials storage password and then without connecting, indicating if the password was accepted or not, or any other message drops me back to the list of available wifi networks.
I tried clearing the credential storage and password and setting a new one, but it's not even clear if that has taken effect.
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Android on your Windows Mobile HTC Device...
Supports Blackstone, Diamond, Diamond 500, Fuze, Raphael, Raphael 800, Rhodium, Tilt 2 & Topaz
This opening post should have most of the FAQs for XDAndroid (XDA Android on HTC)
In addition, you can post questions, thoughts etc here... and other users can help you out!
Please remember that XDAndroid is 'generic'; that means it runs on multiple HTC devices, but can behave a little differently on each one of them. So for instance, sound might work really well on Diamond, but not so well on Blackstone etc (just a theoretical example!)
You should also remember that this project is in continuous development, so not everything is finished or perfect... there is a LOT working, but quite a bit not working too, and some stuff 'kinda' works if the wind is blowing in the right direction ;-)
F.A.Q
- Are the Android releases available in a ROM?
No, Android is not yet available in a ROM format.
Currently Android is installed by using a clean SD Card, and booted from there.
It is booted by running a special application called 'Haret.exe' residing on your SD Card which will terminate the Windows kernel and boot into Linux/Android.
It can't easily be run from ROM because a) it's too experimental to risk putting in ROM and then killing a device and b) WinMo does some hardware initialisation that isn't documented, but is needed before Android can run.
- When will it be available in a ROM?
No time soon. Folks are working on it, but you'll need a lot of patience before it (if ever) arrives
- My SD Card doesn't seem to work, why?
Most SD Cards are working, but if you the 'waiting for SDCard' message, you should try one of these fixes (and please let us know if it works)
Fix 1: Format your card with this tool http://www.sdcard.org/consumers/formatter/
Fix 2: Edit your startup.txt file and add these red entries to your cmdline:
set cmdline "lcd.density=240 msmts_calib=0x395.0x3c9.0x79.0x77 clock-7x00.a11=500 msmvkeyb_toggle=off pmem.extra=1 gsensor_axis=-2,-1,3
msmsdcc_1bit msmsdcc_fmax=14000000 msmsdcc_nopwrsave"
Fix 3: Tell your wife / girlfriend that you are about to make some modifications to her phone... change the ringtone and steal her old Class 2 SD Card to use with Android. She will never discover what you have done, and if she does, you'll be able to use Android to send texts to your former girlfriends ;-)
- Where can I download a release?
There are a number of Android releases (all at varying stages of development). Use the search function to locate one, or try these:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=732362 (Standard XDAndroid for multiple HTC Devices)
Both come with very clear instructions on how to install
- What features are in a release?
Generally, it's very difficult to detail them, unless there is a significant new feature (in which case, that will be very well advertised!). Usually it's minor speed improvements, bug fixes etc... and sometimes, new bugs are introduced (so bear that in mind)
- How do I turn off, or reboot Android?
In earlier releases, you had to pull the battery or press the reset button, in newer releases, you can hold down the 'end call' button and see a menu.
- How do I suggest features?
Before you even think about it... ask yourself ONE question... "Do I really think I'm the first to have suggested my idea?" and then ask yourself "And what are the chances of it being read and implemented before all the other issues are fixed?".
If you still feel it wise to ask for a feature.... go ahead. Don't say you weren't warned.
- My question starts with the words "When will..." or "When is..." etc
See above, the same applies. Stuff will appear when it appears. Do you really think you're the only person dying to have ROM support, or power off, or stability etc?
- Why doesn't the camera work?
It's not yet supported. When it is, it will be announced.
- Why isn't GPS working?
GPS should be working fine, it's a relatively new addition ( May 2010 ) but works well outdoors. Please allow time for the GPS to obtain a 'fix' (location).
- My battery doesn't seem to last long, why?
There are many reasons... first Android is not yet fully optimised for power management (so it's not YET as good as WinMo), secondly, the battery status is highly problematic for most users (don't trust the capacity Android tells you, it's simply up and down a lot, and highly inaccurate)
- Does WiFi work?
Yes, it's working for most people, suspected to cause slight heat, definitely drains the battery faster than WinMo. Some users have reported freezes when switching WiFi off (quite common problem)
- Does Audio work?
It should be working fine, but Audio can have issues on some devices from time to time. Even with the very latest XDAndroid kernels.
- I keep hearing 'popping/clicking' sounds from the speaker?
This is a known annoyance on some devices, believed to be related to power management switching the speaker on and off (not confirmed), it actually seems worse in silent mode (ironically). If you experience this, you're not alone... most users do. When a fix is ready, it will be announced here.
- I can't wake up my device, why?
Deep Sleep is an issue for most people. Sometimes the device WILL wake up from a deep sleep, but sometimes it will not. If you can't wake it up, reset.
- Is GPRS supported?
Yes, it works (but you MAY have to input your operator/carrier APN)
- Is 3G working?
Yes, works for most, although some users are having trouble with Vodafone Netherlands.
- Is SIM PIN Code working?
It's supposed to be working, yes, but if you have ANY troubles please DISABLE SIM PIN in WinMo (SIM PIN works on the SIM, but you need WinMo UI to disable it)
- Is GSensor working?
Yes
- Is Bluetooth working?
Seems to be in a high state of flux, so you'll just have to test it on your device, and find out
. - Is 3D Supported?
OpenGL ES 1.0 is supported on some devices (Blackstone, Diamond, Raphael). Topaz and Rhodium do not support 3D
- Can I connect via USB?
Yes you can, but will NOT operate in mass storage mode. You can charge via USB and you can debug, but forget accessing your files by it.
- Is the Headphone Socket working?
It's being worked on as we speak, but you MAY need to activate it with a special command (in very recent releases, you shouldn't have to):
For USB headset, add the following line to startup.txt...
snd.force_headset=1
For 3.5mm headset, add the following line to startup.txt...
snd.force_headset=2
You MAY have to make a call for the settings to actually be activated (a real pain), but that's how it is so far!
- 'Application (xxxxxx) is not responding: Force Close or Wait' keep appearing on my screen!
Click wait. I do not know the precise reason for this, but from what I can gather, it COULD be related to the slow speed of the SD Card causing the app response times to JUST be a little too slow for Android's liking, thus causing the message. This seems to happen more after bootup or wakeup when the device is busy doing stuff in the background.
- I am having trouble with ringtones, why?
This is believed to be caused by the media scanner failing (due to discovering some filenames with none English characters). The best option of all is to use a CLEAN SD Card. But, if you insist on hosting other files on the same SD Card, you MUST make sure they have English character filenames.
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goggles need ipv6 support and i believe that xdandroid doesn't have it, go to rhodium section, there is a 1.23.2011. froyo x release that supports ipv6,so you can try it out (you probably know how to have multiple android builds on same card,if not,just ask...nevermind,here you go :http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/tp2-andro...-cam-sense-x-2011-01-12-a-50.html#post2035413)
froyo x here:http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=904918
led light doesn't work at all for me,and once when i ran haret whle charging it stayed on even when i plugged out the cable.
blackstone doesn't have HW kbd,and if you mean these four buttons on the lower part of the front,they don't have leds behind them,at all...1
No, it's not a rom. That's why it loads from sdcard. Every reboot you'll start with your WM and then you'll have to boot android - Are the Android releases available in a ROM?
