Froyo 2.2 Keyboard in 2.1

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The keyboard is incredible in 2.2 froyo on the evo, but i'd love to see it in 2.1. I've tried to install the apk in froyo through adb to fresh .3, but no avail.

The apk is designed for 2.2, so it cannot be installed on 2.1, and gets a [INSTALL_FAILED_OLDER_SDK] error.

So what would need to probably happen for it to run on 2.1 is for it to be decompiled and then recompiled under 2.1. Can anyone help point me in the right direction.

PS if you havent used the froyo stock keyboard, its amazing.

I totally agree! If it's possible, I'd love to use it! The 2.1 stock keyboard doesn't compare to what's in 2.2. So much better!

What are the major differences? Aside from the keyboard and its numbers?

I would be impressed if the keyboard was enabled multi touch.

The 2.2 keyboard has a better way of adding new words, and seems to have better precision.

Any ideas anyone?

Originally Posted by sushichef

The 2.2 keyboard has a better way of adding new words, and seems to have better precision.

Any ideas anyone?

I believe this is doable but it'd be a bit of work. Probably would have to start with the 2.2 source and do some hacking since the 2.2 keyboard relies on 2.2 API's for things like voice input.

2.2 example of keyboard

I like it, me want it! :)

Re: Froyo 2.2 Keyboard in 2.1

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I didn't even know it did that till I saw that video...

Just tried it and it works like a charm.



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hmm thats a nice feature, hopefully the xda keyboard will get that soon.

i am using swype on my EVO now ,, is there a XDA customized KB that is better?