I am a developer and want to start making apps for the new screen resolutions on the idevices as well as continue android development. It is also time for me to get a new phone. So should I get an android phone like the S3 and get an iPod touch, or just get an iPhone 5 and continue to use my old android phone for development?
I know this is a really vague question, so I'm asking what the more experienced developers would do.
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ive had a droid for a month or so. i was a big blackberry guy and have heard all the great things about droid so i used my upgrade for a droidx. ive been told this is the forum to really get the most out of you droid. i am semi literate with this phone (not nearly as much so as my blackberry) but won't the most out of it ... how should i start, what should i do / download. i want a fast different look that my otr droid friends will be envious of
thanks for the help
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Hi, welcome to the forum!
It can be massively overwhelming for new users here to know what is acheivable and what isn't, especially if you're not too familiar with the OS on the device you are using.
I would suggest getting to know the forum and learning which sections are relevant to you first. Browse around for a while and read some guides. What really helped me was to focus on the 'Post your Home Screen', screenshot type threads where people showed what they had done with their own phones. This way you can see what is acheivable and start leaning how to get there yourself.
FAQ/Guides/Wiki stickies are a good resource and are found in most of the forums.
Well for starters decide if you want to root your phone or not - read about what's that about, how does it "liberate" your device (AND YOU) from the tyranny of evil phone produces, just how badly you can break your device (the warnings), etc. After that you can begin trying different ROMs (custom firmwares) for your device, until you find the one, that suits your needs. Then learn BASH and begin writing scripts, hacking the living hell out of your device...
...or just use a custom "launcher" app, if you literally want your phone to look different. You can find some at the Market.
PS: Either way remember, the search bar is your friend. Before posting check if anybody has asked the same question - at least 95% of cases you'll find more about your problem/question, just by searching.
I know this question should be obvious but I am not a developer so I don't know for sure. I am wanting to get a lg 800g for my dad and put android on it. The os it has on it looks like android but it isn't. I was wondering if it would be possible to put android on it so the phone could be more compatible possibly.
The most likely answer is 'no'. The device doesn't appear to be nearly powerful enough to support Android. Even if it were, you'd need massive community support to port Android over, and it doesn't appear that that exists for this device.
To answer your subject-line question more generally, in the vast majority of cases, this is not possible. The rare exceptions usually involve devices that use derivatives of Android, like the Nook Color.
We have great android ports on our hp touchpad including cm7 and miui . I'd say this device definitely would not be easy, but hey, its android so you never know what magic will happen. I hope you are able to find a community of people willing to help you with that phone. Not sure what kind of experience you have, but why not see where you can get on a port for yourself and then ask some recognized developers what direction you need to head. If you paid, im sure a few devs would do it for you
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Im so frustrated, I just binned my Iphone wanting to go back to HTC (HD2), bought a stock windows unlocked phone but as Im a guy who gets nerved by doing things I dont understand Im now struggling to convert it to andriod, are there people around in the UK who could sort flash the software for me if I were to post it to them, or meet up for it to be done??...Ive my fingers crossed
why do you want that? Windows is also nice?
And make sure not to get scammed...
Try reading this:
http://www.xda-developers.com/android/complete-guide-to-installing-nand-android-on-hd2/
Thanks for the link, Ive tried upgrading the radio (?) which seems to be the 1st thing I need to do to progress the upgrade but I just get error messages and am just frustrated as I don't really understand it all but want an android running phone....... not good lol
MartynC said:
Im so frustrated, I just binned my Iphone wanting to go back to HTC (HD2), bought a stock windows unlocked phone but as Im a guy who gets nerved by doing things I dont understand Im now struggling to convert it to andriod, are there people around in the UK who could sort flash the software for me if I were to post it to them, or meet up for it to be done??...Ive my fingers crossed
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So rather than posting in the HD2 Android specific forums, you post in the general forums? Anyway, this guide makes it as simple as is physically possible. Honestly, with an HD2 you don't have to worry about bricking it at all, you should really be fine as long as you read properly.
@manmad, he means Windows Mobile 6.5 rather than WP7. The former is a crappy OS with tonnes of lag and no apps. The latter is a brilliant OS which is sleek and fluid, but sadly still lacks apps.
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It's time for me to make a decision on a new phone and i am stuck between the Galaxy S3 and the Razr HD.
In the past I haven't cared for Samsung's phones only because they seem to almost never get updates. But now my main concern is which phone is better suited for being flashed for custom roms.
I would appreciate everyones input on which phone they would recommend both for usability and customization.
Thanks in advance.
--Aric
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1846277
First see above link for your topic:
Second I moved your thread to the Q&A vice the Gen Section, which leads me to this topic, take a read thru this thread below, for a better understanding in general.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1699450
Well I can tell you personally that I love my GS3, there is tons of dev work on it already and will continue as thus. But it really comes down to preference go to the verizon store and play with both models, thats what I did before making my purchase.
Please read and reply as this question is "genuine".
A couple of chaps at work, we rib them as "phonebores" are always going on about flashing ROMs etc and it sounds really exciting.
As i am an iphone user theyt just mock me, however i want to convert to Android and flash ROMs therefore could someone point me in the direction of the right phone and highlight in laymans terms why.
Thank you.
Google Nexus would be best bet to buy if you are looking for experiencing flashing ROMs, they have such amazing development there, (its the phone having the best development I guess).
Android is all about customization, you can change the UI, features, look and feel everything to what ever you desire, the phone is completely in your hands, where as iphone users might miss all these stuff, nothing to do there, there is a lot of immense knowledge that could be gained by android development and its a really fun thing to do..you can overclock the processor, underclock it, undervolt it, make the phone run as battery saver for 15 days non-stop, make it a hard core multi tasker, everything is in your hands! Thats the power of development
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Google Nexus would be best bet to buy if you are looking for experiencing flashing ROMs, they have such amazing development there, (its the phone having the best development I guess).
Android is all about customization, you can change the UI, features, look and feel everything to what ever you desire, the phone is completely in your hands, where as iphone users might miss all these stuff, nothing to do there, there is a lot of immense knowledge that could be gained by android development and its a really fun thing to do..you can overclock the processor, underclock it, undervolt it, make the phone run as battery saver for 15 days non-stop, make it a hard core multi tasker, everything is in your hands! Thats the power of development
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Many thanks gor this, exactly the kind of advice I'd hoped for.
My aim is to buy a suitable android phone, customize it and then casually drop into conversation at work the RZoM I have flashed. The look on the faces of the existing phonebores will be priceless.
In truth I am crazing for the same phonebores status.
Thank you.
Glad to hear you are considering the change from iOS to android. It's about time.
Android’s open source means that a lot of customization can be done on these devices, unlike iPhone, which has a closed structure, with limited scope of customization. There is a separate menu option to customize home screens which is not possible in iPhone, even after jail breaking.
A small list of the possibles for android devices:
1. True App Integration
2. Flash
3. Controlling Your Phone From Your Computer
4. Custom ROMs
5. Wireless App Installation
6. Removable Storage and Battery
7. Widgets
8. Custom Home Launchers
9. Automation
10. Alternate Keyboards
You know you need to make the change. You know it makes sense
As this is a question, this should be in the Q&A section but there's already a dedicated thread for these type of questions - **DEVICE SUGGESTION THREAD** -- Not sure what device to buy? Ask here!
Please post your question in that thread. Cheers.
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OP as stated above, use the Thread provided to assist you in your choice and the advice provide also, bottom line it is your call on your choice. And please post questions in the Q&A sections and doing a search before posting. Thank You and Thread Closed.