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Newbie Needs Help

Hi Guys!
I am new to this forum but already amazed by the sheer amount of content on here!
As per the title of the thread, I am a newbie to XDA's and I was wondering if any of you learned gents would be kind enough to point me in the right direction with a few questions I have about my recently acquired O2 XDA Serra. I have done searches and read the WIKI but there are a few points I could not find an answer to so was counting on your help.
The specs of the machine listed in settings -> system -> device information are:
ROM Version: 1.90.206.4 WWE
ROM Date: 09/01/08
Radio Version: 1.02.25.19
Protocol Version: 52.33.25.17H
Model No: Xda_Serra
I have noticed that unlike my girlfriends XDA Ignito (Diamond) my phone did not come with any map software preloaded in spite of the spec sheet saying a GPS chip is built in to the phone. Also unlike with the Diamond there is no separate YouTube application.
So I would be very greatful if any of you fellows can direct me to where I can get some:
1) Good free map software that will work with the XDA Serra and some advice on how to install it (as I read a lot of GPS problems so want to avoid any issues)
2) Tell me how to get the YouTube application on my XDA Serra and again some advice on how to install it
Also I have read MrSkips very useful guide on how to flash a ROM to the raphael and I was wondering what the overall concensus is on which ROM version is the best? Are all released ROMs on here suitable for my XDA Serra?
Also, I have not unlocked my phone and I understand that there is no need to if I want to flash a new ROM on it unless I want to change the radio version or use other SIMs.
Is there any compelling reason why I would want to change the radio version from the one installed presently on the device? Will it serve to boost GSM/3G/GPS Signal?
If so what radio version is considered to be the best and most stable?
I just got the phone today so a bit hesitant to load ROMs on it straight away in case I brick it but I guess you live and learn so all advice to help me get the most out of the device is much appreciated.
Many thanks - you guys ROCK!!!
NC

First let me remind you that the search feature is there and is quite useful. Second to start answering your questions.
As for GPS I use Google Maps. Which can be found here http://www.google.com/mobile/default/maps.html
As far as configuring the software to connect I update the satellites with "QuickGPS" which should be included on your phone. Then I open Google Maps and tell it to use the GPS, I usually have to be outside for it to connect.
For more GPS Stuff check this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=427888
As for the Youtube app it may be included on your phone. Check this thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=448824
And finally as far as the radio is concerned there are a few out there but since the device is so new it will take some time before we know the benefits/downfalls of the different versions. Keep in mind that they may have different results in different areas of the world.
And as for flashing new roms if you have read the sticky located here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=448008 then you should have all of the info needed to be successful. As for which rom it boils down to personal preference just read the threads and make an educated decision from there.
And remember the search feature is your friend.

Im a Fuze/Wm newb too!
When I search my contacts, it has every name doubled. I believe its also showing my SIM contacts. Is there a way to hide it or should I just delete the SIM contacts?
Thanks! (sorry for jumping in your thread OP!)

shamus072 said:
Im a Fuze/Wm newb too!
When I search my contacts, it has every name doubled. I believe its also showing my SIM contacts. Is there a way to hide it or should I just delete the SIM contacts?
Thanks! (sorry for jumping in your thread OP!)
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You can delete the sim contacts by going to the sim manager, selecting all, then delete (make sure not to select delete CONTACTS).
You could also disable viewing the sim contacts by searching for advanced config and look through the 'phone' options. They will then only show up in the sim manager and not the contacts menu.

Lost_Reaver,
Thanks for your reply. Unfortunately some of your suggestions do not seem to apply to me.
In particular the GPS and YouTube app.
Please note that the ROM I have on my Raphael is specific to O2 UK and for some reason O2 UK has chosen not to include any of the following applications:
YouTube App
QuickGPS
Google Maps
As far as YouTube app is concerned, I used the search feature prior to posting and checked for the application in the following location: windows->youtube.exe. I did not find anything in the windows folder related to YouTube and as such was wondering if someone could tell me where I can get the YouTube app .cab file to install on my XDA Serra.
The same goes for QuickGPS / GoogleMaps. My XDA Serra does not have either of these applications pre-installed. They are not visible anywhere in the file structure of the device. I have since installed GoogleMaps by getting the .cab and am now having the problem that no matter how long I wait the XDA Serra does not achieve satelite lock.
You say that you are able to get lock using QuickGPS as a reciever prep app? If so where can I get QuickGPS from? Will it work on the XDA Serra? I ask because reviews of the device state that an equivalent to QuickGPS is embedded in the O2 ROM by the operator and for this reason QuickGPS was removed. If so, will installing QuickGPS cause more issues?
Anyone with a UK O2 XDA Serra care to comment?
Many thanks!
NC

TeknoJnky said:
You can delete the sim contacts by going to the sim manager, selecting all, then delete (make sure not to select delete CONTACTS).
You could also disable viewing the sim contacts by searching for advanced config and look through the 'phone' options. They will then only show up in the sim manager and not the contacts menu.
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Thanks!!!
Could someone point me in the direction of the "advanced config"?

You can download Google maps for free. Use the link above within your devices browser.

Anyone with an UK XDA Serra who can help????

shamus072 said:
Thanks!!!
Could someone point me in the direction of the "advanced config"?
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I have attached the latest version of Advanced config below.
@NCU1980
I have attached QuickGPS, Google Maps, and the Youtube app ripped straight from my phone.
QuickGPS and Google Maps are CABs and the Youtube app needs to go in the "Windows" directory.

lost_reaver said:
I have attached the latest version of Advanced config below.
@NCU1980
I have attached QuickGPS, Google Maps, and the Youtube app ripped straight from my phone.
QuickGPS and Google Maps are CABs and the Youtube app needs to go in the "Windows" directory.
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Thanks!!!!!!!

Lost_Reaver,
Your YouTube app .zip file did not work but I eventually managed to find both a streaming video .cab file and a youtube app .cab file for VGA resolution and it works great.
QuickGPS for some reason also did not work no matter what location I downloaded the file from your upload or others. However I installed GPS Tweaks and GPS Test and was able to get a signal on googlemaps with a couple up to 5 satelites. All be it a pretty weak one so going to try to do the GPS lag fix and maybe change radio to try to upgrade this issue.
The advance config utitlity works great and I did not know this existed so thanks for that!
Best,
NC

hi, am new to the fourm
i tried downloading the youtube link from above and i can't seem to get it working, i put it into the windows directory but it doesn't seem to get installed
any ideas?
thank you

Samsung Saga i770 (VZN) WM65

Does anyone know of a WM 6.5 ROM for the Saga i770?
Thanks!

R2vs from saga i770
can u to post
R2VS_ARM_WM6_PRO_Driver.dll
R2VS_ARM_WM5_PPC_Driver.dll
R2VS_Effect_Control_Panel.exe
r2vs.cpl
s3c2440x_wavedev.dll/s3c2440x_wavedev2.dll
ZYLONITE_WAVEDEV2.DLL
from rom samsung saga i770.
AND REGISTER IN
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\WaveDev]
PLEASE HELP
I WANT TO MAKE ALL SAMSUNG PHONE CAN TO USE R2VS AND SRS WOW HD
THANKS

I saw your post on PPCGEEKS, and tried to extract them for you.
R2VS_ARM_WM6_PRO_Driver.dll
&
wavedev.dll
are hidden files under the windows directory, and when you can finally see them, you cannot copy them (permission denied). I am using a 3rd party tool to view the files, not activesync or on the device itself. I even tried killing as many tasks as I could to get them. Probably what happened with the other guy that was trying to get them for you, but kept making excuses and saying he could only make shortcuts.
The only file I can copy is the control panel one. I don't think that would be useful to you. I was searching for an updated rom for my Saga, but still haven't found one (mainly to unlock GPS).

katherine45 said:
The only file I can copy is the control panel one.
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katherine45, or other users of Samsung Saga (i770)
Please, use this tool and extract these files:
R2VS_ARM_WM6_PRO_Driver.dll
R2VS_Effect_Control_Panel.exe
Browse file in "Enter Path..." and enter any name in "Save to:", file will be extracted in device root directory.
If these files not exist, extract similar files with "R2VS" in names.

So now that VZW has released a new "rom" for the phone, does anyone have any idea's on how to enable the actual GPS chip? I have found that only aGPS is being used and doesn't lock me to my exact location to where I am....Google Maps always tells me my location is within 1100meters, or approximately a mile away...not too accurate. If somehow someone could build a rom like many have done on the omnia i910, I would pay some money....Anyone have any idea's on how to start with WM6.5 on the phone or even a way to get rid of all this bloatware on the device? Thanks!
Link to the new "GPS enabled" rom: http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/SW/200906/20090625053013984/SCH-i770_Saga_Update_CE07.pdf

CAUTION!!!!
jxa4508 said:
So now that VZW has released a new "rom" for the phone, does anyone have any idea's on how to enable the actual GPS chip? I have found that only aGPS is being used and doesn't lock me to my exact location to where I am....Google Maps always tells me my location is within 1100meters, or approximately a mile away...not too accurate. If somehow someone could build a rom like many have done on the omnia i910, I would pay some money....Anyone have any idea's on how to start with WM6.5 on the phone or even a way to get rid of all this bloatware on the device? Thanks!
Link to the new "GPS enabled" rom: http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/SW/200906/20090625053013984/SCH-i770_Saga_Update_CE07.pdf
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If you plan to download and install this update be aware that IT WILL LOCK your phone, even if you had unlocked it with WM6.1. THis has been confirmed with SamSung as well as Verizon.

jxa4508 said:
Google Maps always tells me my location is within 1100meters, or approximately a mile away.
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Google maps puts me about a kilometer southwest of Tanzania National Stadium.
Needless to say I'm not in that hemisphere, much less continent.
pseudo daoist

jxa4508 said:
..Google Maps always tells me my location is within 1100meters, or approximately a mile away...not too accurate.
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Open Google Maps...Tap <Menu>...Select <Use GPS>. A small status bar should appear in the upper right of the screen stating, "Seeking GPS satellites (0)"...(0) being the number of satellites aquired.
You may need to go outside for the GPS to be able to aquire satellites. Aquiring sats can take several minutes. Once it aquires at least 3 satellites, it should move your location to an accurate position. My is dead on! try viewing "satellite view" under the menu. Zoom in. Again, mine is absolutely dead on.

DmK75 said:
katherine45, or other users of Samsung Saga (i770)
Please, use this tool and extract these files:
R2VS_ARM_WM6_PRO_Driver.dll
R2VS_Effect_Control_Panel.exe
Browse file in "Enter Path..." and enter any name in "Save to:", file will be extracted in device root directory.
If these files not exist, extract similar files with "R2VS" in names.
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I've got a Saga here with the newer CE07 ROM (and yes, the update did re-lock the SIM slot). ROMExtractor.exe is giving the error: "ROMExtractor.exe is not a valid Win32 application." I'm using an updated XP PC. I've tried downloading it two different ways and unzipping it two different ways, but same result. Any ideas?

...the update did re-lock the SIM slot
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Are there any other ways of unlocking the SIM after update, besides calling VZ support? I'm using Samsung Saga on PagePlus, hence can't call verizon anymore. Thanks.

Add Sprint Nav to default program list?

I'm a total noob with android, linix and being any help to this forum
That being said, I noticed when you're in google search or in the browser and click an address sprint's nav isn't an option as a "default" program to use. I would really like to fix this but have no idea where to start. Any help would be greatly appreciated and I vow to share this info with the community!

beyondinferno said:
I'm a total noob with android, linix and being any help to this forum
That being said, I noticed when you're in google search or in the browser and click an address sprint's nav isn't an option as a "default" program to use. I would really like to fix this but have no idea where to start. Any help would be greatly appreciated and I vow to share this info with the community!
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Well Sprint Nav isn't part of Android 1.5 which is what the Hero has by default. So it wouldn't show. We have to wait for 2.0 or 2.1 and even then I don't know if that shows as an option.

If i'm understanding you correctly sprint nav isn't included in the stock rom... That's incorrect. it was including on my stock hero (sprint) and on fresh 1.0. I've found you can edit the "androidmanifest.xml" in the apk but i can't open it using xml notepad (invalid character). Any help on recommendation for what editor to use? if i can get this to work i'll post the .apk with the fix so you can just replace it.
*update
so i found an editor that works, not i just need to find the string to add to add it to complete action list.
*update
I found the string is listed as "intention" now we just need the command to make it "navigate to"

+1
i've been seriously disappointed that i'm unable to do this, so if anyone has any solid information as to whether or not this is possible, it'd be quite helpful.
and yes, if you were saying sprint nav wasn't included in the stock rom, it most certainly is. just my 2¢.

Closest I got to having Sprint nav being default is in my phonebook, I tried the browser but it only let's you choose between browser and Google maps (y would anyone use the browser?!??)

so no takers? I thought this might be easy for a dev!

need mobile banking app, dutty rom w/o it

Can anyone tell me where to get the Mobile Banking application that is default in ATT's ROM? Dutty's ROM kicks ass but is lacking it.
I tried to download it from the link CITIBANK sent to my phone via text, however it seems to be a dead link and won't load on the phone or PC...
Thanks.

Yes, I need it too. Why people don't put this app into their ROM? Don't they need this app in their country? In my country, Indonesia, a lot people need this app

I got ahold of a ROM for it. But, it seems to be for non-touchscreen phones. So, I can't get past ACCEPT or I would post the CAB.
Hoping that someone can rip it from the kitchen containing a ATT STOCK ROM or something of that sort. If not, not sure how to proceed.
Please someone throw us a bone of magical proportions.

Please, anyone, we could use some help getting this...

I'm using Rhodium Sprint with Mighty ROM. Mighty ROM doesn't have this app. Stock Sprint ROM has this app. How to rip from stock ROM?

Valid and good question. Alas I don't know but I'm sure there has to be some method. I will research and I hope that someone else might post here in the mean time with an idea.

any update?
crypted said:
I got ahold of a ROM for it. But, it seems to be for non-touchscreen phones. So, I can't get past ACCEPT or I would post the CAB.
Hoping that someone can rip it from the kitchen containing a ATT STOCK ROM or something of that sort. If not, not sure how to proceed.
Please someone throw us a bone of magical proportions.
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I downloaded from my bank and received the same non-touch screen version. Was anyone able to find or come across a cab like the tilt 2 originally came with?

AT&T Mobile Banking App
Hi Guys, I know this is a little bit of an old thread but hope that this might help someone.
I found an extracted file of the at&t official rom for the Pure and was able to find all of the files for the mobile banking application. It is an old version but it is a touch screen version of the app. I tested it and it works. I went to my banks website and requested an activation code and it worked just fine. The only thing is. It is a bit lengthy of a process to get it running properly. I had to add all of the files to a new folder under program files and then take the .exe file and copy it to the \\Windows\Start Menu folder so you can access it from your start menu.
just unzip the file and copy the files to a new folder in the programs folder in either the storage card or the device.
http://rapidshare.com/files/381005000/AT_T_Mobile_Banking.zip.html

here you go...
However, most banks including Citibank redirect to use the online website instead.

Cool deal. Mobile Banking is a lifesaver once you're hooked..

Created a CAB from the zip file above
Video not included

Coordinates in Google Maps

Hello,
is there a way to show the coordinates in GoogleMaps?
Hope this is not a stupid question, but I can not find them.
I have the version 4.0.0(#81).
Thanks
eshd

eshd said:
Hello,
is there a way to show the coordinates in GoogleMaps?
Hope this is not a stupid question, but I can not find them.
I have the version 4.0.0(#81).
Thanks
eshd
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No. It's not a stupid question at all!, the only stupid was the Google's developer who decided that this feature was irrelevant for ordinary people! I suppose that you, as me, want to be able to identify a place on Google maps, and copy the coordinates to your Navigator software or to the contacts , or send them to a friend to meet...etc
The only way is to "flash back" to the early 2008.... Attached you will find and old Google Maps version. which is the last when you were able to mark a point of the screen as beginning or as end of a itinerary, and then you could see the latitude,longitude and copy them to the copy-board.
The only problem is that you can't have both Google maps versions working together on your device ( or, at least I don't know how do it).
Now, what I do is having both cabs available and install the desired one over the other every time that I need it (it takes just a few seconds)
If someone knows how to have both apps working together, it would be great to share it!

Pere said:
No. It's not a stupid question at all!, the only stupid was the Google's developer who decided that this feature was irrelevant for ordinary people! I suppose that you, as me, want to be able to identify a place on Google maps, and copy the coordinates to your Navigator software or to the contacts , or send them to a friend to meet...etc
The only way is to "flash back" to the early 2008.... Attached you will find and old Google Maps version. which is the last when you were able to mark a point of the screen as beginning or as end of a itinerary, and then you could see the latitude,longitude and copy them to the copy-board.
The only problem is that you can't have both Google maps versions working together on your device ( or, at least I don't know how do it).
Now, what I do is having both cabs available and install the desired one over the other every time that I need it (it takes just a few seconds)
If someone knows how to have both apps working together, it would be great to share it!
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You have describe exact condition wat i am facing, Actually i was starting new thread Q, and i was directed to ur post. I am using Navigon, some time i want direction which is not included in Navigon, So wat is way to enter desired location?
Here i hav searched a way to get it, it is 2-3 step procedure, but till we get right solution one can use it.
First long press on google map on desired location, it will popup loading address
- press on address - select share this place
- it will ask many option to share select e.g. msg, now copy that link
- open browser n paste it
- It will ask to open with? select Browser
- Now in browser, search box contain Coordinates
PS : I noticed your locale set to UK, it wont show, but if select US, it showing..