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http://www.tmonews.com/2011/08/htc-...htcdev-page-unlocked-bootloader-update-ready/
http://www.htcdev.com
It is now done, HTC did what they said and before September. Now the real questions is, who will use this?
People who aren't on XDA.
aNYthing24 said:
People who aren't on XDA.
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Isn't that the truth!
Why would anyone who does not know about xda, or was never here before want to unlock his bootloader?
Glotzeulor said:
Why would anyone who does not know about xda, or was never here before want to unlock his bootloader?
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A bunch of people on Facebook (who probably never heard of XDA) started complaining about it too. You know how angry mobs get.
Glotzeulor said:
Why would anyone who does not know about xda, or was never here before want to unlock his bootloader?
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If you don't care about warranties or are just lazy, then those are the people who will use this method.
Glotzeulor said:
Why would anyone who does not know about xda, or was never here before want to unlock his bootloader?
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Because they bought their phones in a foreign country during vacations, and HTC doesn't offers a good suport in theirs home country. So it is desirable get S-OFF from HTC even if it means lose warranty.
easy and strait forward root?
would this be an alternative to xda tutorials to achieve root on my sensation? im very new to android, about 3 weeks now, and i'd like to root my phone but from perm temp roots and terminology that i dont understand it made xda tutorials rather difficult. the only downside to htcdev is it could possibly jeopardize your warranty.
who cares XDA been added Tmobile lol.............
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A bunch of people on Facebook (who probably never heard of XDA) started complaining about it too. You know how angry mobs get.
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what about the flash mobs?
htcdev voids the warranty? mmmh no thanks then! (I still have to receive my sensation yet... I was spoiled by the nexus one)
kpholmes said:
would this be an alternative to xda tutorials to achieve root on my sensation? im very new to android, about 3 weeks now, and i'd like to root my phone but from perm temp roots and terminology that i dont understand it made xda tutorials rather difficult. the only downside to htcdev is it could possibly jeopardize your warranty.
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It's very easy to get S-OFF and root through Revolutionary. This method isn't good if you want to retain your full warranty. Just follow this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1232107
Had S-OFF, Recovery and Root via Revolutionary for a month now...
kpholmes said:
would this be an alternative to xda tutorials to achieve root on my sensation? im very new to android, about 3 weeks now, and i'd like to root my phone but from perm temp roots and terminology that i dont understand it made xda tutorials rather difficult. the only downside to htcdev is it could possibly jeopardize your warranty.
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HTCDev site does NOT root your phone, it unlocks the BOOTLOADER only, which is the first step to permanently root your phone.
Has a new root come out for the latest update?? W/o flashing a Rom?
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Has a new root come out for the latest update?? W/o flashing a Rom?
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You don't need to flash a ROM to root.
You flash Clockwork Recovery Image on it, then you flash the root zip file to perm root.
nxt said:
You don't need to flash a ROM to root.
You flash Clockwork Recovery Image on it, then you flash the root zip file to perm root.
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Im a noob... Is there a step by step tutorial from the new update?.. I s-offd with revolutionary before the new update but the root doesn't work now
Sorry but the steps to rooting the phone is confusing for me, if I unlock the bootloader through hTC, what steps do I take to rooting my phone?
Mikeglongo said:
Sorry but the steps to rooting the phone is confusing for me, if I unlock the bootloader through hTC, what steps do I take to rooting my phone?
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I'm in the same problem. sorry for the basic English
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192300
Hello I'm ending if anyone can give me some detailed steps on getting root back after upgrading to 2.3.5. I've seen one post with instructions, but when it comes to rooting an HTC device, I get nervous. I just want to use my Wi-Fi tethering again, so would I just need to unlock my bootloader using HTCdev and install CWM? Do I downgrade?
Someone please help me out.
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Hello I'm ending if anyone can give me some detailed steps on getting root back after upgrading to 2.3.5. I've seen one post with instructions, but when it comes to rooting an HTC device, I get nervous. I just want to use my Wi-Fi tethering again, so would I just need to unlock my bootloader using HTCdev and install CWM? Do I downgrade?
Someone please help me out.
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How did you root it the first time, AAHK or HTCDEV? If you used AAHK you might still be S-OFF; just flash a recovery and flash a rooted ROM. If you used HTCDEV I advise that you use AAHK this time around. Google "attn1 aahk" to find it. You will need to downgrade; it's in the Kit.
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How did you root it the first time, AAHK or HTCDEV? If you used AAHK you might still be S-OFF; just flash a recovery and flash a rooted ROM. If you used HTCDEV I advise that you use AAHK this time around. Google "attn1 aahk" to find it. You will need to downgrade; it's in the Kit.
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I used AAHK. I'll try it again, I just kept reading that it wasn't working anymore
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wizky911 said:
I used AAHK. I'll try it again, I just kept reading that it wasn't working anymore
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Wait, what does HBOOT say? Does it say S-OFF?
There is too many threads... I just want to know how to install CM9.1 on my totally stock HTC Sensation with newest firmware, all updates etc. Pls give me advice
if youre newst firmware i think you should follow this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=26280760
there is now way without wire trick?
Nope, but it isn't too difficult.
too many instructions... i flashed 4ext, unlocked bootloader wia htc, and i dont know what to do next... ;/
hexen88 said:
too many instructions... i flashed 4ext, unlocked bootloader wia htc, and i dont know what to do next... ;/
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Check asskickars guide on "flashing roms with SON " in sensation general section and follow that to the letter
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Hi guys I just got my Inspire 4g 2 days ago .......
Now I want my device to get rooted asap to install custom roms and my first target is Sabsa Prime v13
So,I want to root it first & I'm on inspire 4g Gingerbread 2.3.5 running latest built by at&t I.e, 3.20.501.52 and I heard that the latest AAHK will not work unless u downgrade it so plz someone help me to downgrade my device to whatever needed.......
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amanvishnani said:
Hi guys I just got my Inspire 4g 2 days ago .......
Now I want my device to get rooted asap to install custom roms and my first target is Sabsa Prime v13
So,I want to root it first & I'm on inspire 4g Gingerbread 2.3.5 running latest built by at&t I.e, 3.20.501.52 and I heard that the latest AAHK will not work unless u downgrade it so plz someone help me to downgrade my device to whatever needed.......
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Reading is always the answer...:good:
http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88
Bro... Problem is that every one gives the same link but I need full downgrade tutorial....
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amanvishnani said:
Bro... Problem is that every one gives the same link but I need full downgrade tutorial....
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Then you are in the wrong place. This is a developers site, you are suppossed to do your homework and read and do some research. A tutorial will probably lead you to a messed bootloader and belive me, that is really painful to deal with.
That thread has all you need to know. Even has a noob guide (the same that in my signature) that will help you out. Try that out and once you know what rooting and downgrading involves, you are ready to go.
Hi there, thanx for ur suggestions ,
I have started my Home Work...
I just Read this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30828287&postcount=26
Now I just wanna ask wether in this process are their any chances of my new-old phone getting bricked...hmmm???
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amanvishnani said:
Hi there, thanx for ur suggestions ,
I have started my Home Work...
I just Read this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30828287&postcount=26
Now I just wanna ask wether in this process are their any chances of my new-old phone getting bricked...hmmm???
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As long as you follow instructions in the Hack Kit site and in the effen manual, chances are almost inexistent, thou modifying software always involves risks.
You have you be aware of that. Several thousands of dhd and inspire users have used the kit successfully, so that is your proof that it works flawlessly as long as directions are followed.
Bro my point in not hack kit...
I m asking about downgrading and unlocking bootloader as it is said in above post
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amanvishnani said:
Bro my point in not hack kit...
I m asking about downgrading and unlocking bootloader as it is said in above post
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What? what for? downgrading to unlock bootloader?? that does not exist...again, read carefully or your next post will ask for help to recover your messed bootloader device...
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What? what for? downgrading to unlock bootloader?? that does not exist...again, read carefully or your next post will ask for help to recover your messed bootloader device...
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He wants to unlock the bootloader and flash attn1's boot.IMG for the latest I4G build. The http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88 instructions.
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He wants to unlock the bootloader and flash attn1's boot.IMG for the latest I4G build. The http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88 instructions.
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Ok, now I get it...but he posted a downgrade guide at the OP that will leave you with a messed bootloader. Thanks
Bananagar.. got my point
Now getting back to the question
Are their any chances that my phone may get bricked?
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amanvishnani said:
Bananagar.. got my point
Now getting back to the question
Are their any chances that my phone may get bricked?
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Same answer. If you follow instructions you shouldn't have problems. The risk is always latent, you are modifying software, but there are lots of success cases that backup the process.
Its very simple. I did this 4 days ago. Currently on 4.2 AOKP. All you need to do. Unlock your bootloader. Thats easy. Htcdev.com. create an account and follow the directions. This'll unlock bootloader. Then Download that boot.zip. extract the boot.IMG and put it in the fastboot folder. On computer, cd to fast boot folder and type fastboot flash boot boot.img. relock the boot loader. Then run the hack kit. Questions?
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Thnx..... I got my best answer .....
I will go for it .....
If I will have any problem will reply to same post or pm u......
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Am I missing out on having my devices boot loader unlocked ? When I first tot the inspire 4g I had some difficulties knowing where to start but than I figured out how to root the thing with AAHK. I'm now using a cm10 ROM and honestly I'm curious about this boot loader option. I would assume that by using aahk that I couldn't use htcdev to unlock the bootloader because I might risk brick or some god awful thing...
Ultimately all I wanted to do was be able to use custom roms and vice versa but now that I keep hearing about this bootloader option it makes me curious as to what unlocking it well do for my inspire
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Am I missing out on having my devices boot loader unlocked ? When I first tot the inspire 4g I had some difficulties knowing where to start but than I figured out how to root the thing with AAHK. I'm now using a cm10 ROM and honestly I'm curious about this boot loader option. I would assume that by using aahk that I couldn't use htcdev to unlock the bootloader because I might risk brick or some god awful thing...
Ultimately all I wanted to do was be able to use custom roms and vice versa but now that I keep hearing about this bootloader option it makes me curious as to what unlocking it well do for my inspire
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S-Off with AAHK is a much better option than S-On boot loader unlock with HTCDEV. With S-On you can only flash ROMs meant for the DHD, meaning no ported ROMs. Also, you need to fast boot flash a boot.IMG separately each time you flash a ROM. Also, you let HTC know and so you lose any warranty you may have. And radios can't be flashed. Look in the Ace Think Tank guide for more information.
You just answered all my questions man, I appreciate it...ill stick to what I know...its a different experience coming from a LG optimus one....
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I am a complete noob when it comes to flashing a new Rom to my HTC Sensation so I am looking for some help.
I'm looking to install the CyanogenMod 10.1 Jellybean 4.2.2 - KANG http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2115520
I am just wondering which order to do things, ie unlocking, clockwork, rooting etc to be able to install this rom. Any help would be appreciated very much
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I am a complete noob when it comes to flashing a new Rom to my HTC Sensation so I am looking for some help.
I'm looking to install the CyanogenMod 10.1 Jellybean 4.2.2 - KANG http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2115520
I am just wondering which order to do things, ie unlocking, clockwork, rooting etc to be able to install this rom. Any help would be appreciated very much
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use this guide to S-OFF your device
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1661631
then flash the rom
best wishes
rzr86 said:
use this guide to S-OFF your device
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1661631
then flash the rom
best wishes
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ok thanks. Still a bit confused. On the guide you linked, it says in update 2 - it is strongly recommended to follow the SOFF JB guide by auggie2k if you already did HTCdev unlock and got unlocked bootloader . for guide
So do i do this or not?
Sorry for confusion
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ok thanks. Still a bit confused. On the guide you linked, it says in update 2 - it is strongly recommended to follow the SOFF JB guide by auggie2k if you already did HTCdev unlock and got unlocked bootloader . for guide
So do i do this or not?
Sorry for confusion
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skip that if you haven't done htcdev unlock method
rzr86 said:
skip that if you haven't done htcdev unlock method
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I want to make a full backup of my phone before I flash the new rom, how and when can i do it?
gazzfoth said:
I want to make a full backup of my phone before I flash the new rom, how and when can i do it?
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After you gain root and flash a custom recovery you can boot into the recovery and make a backup
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