Hello all,
This is the first time I write on the forum and I'm another frustrated HTC One S (S3) user.
My phone is the Indian version (CID: HTC__038). It's still on the 4.0.3 version (it hasn't got the OTA update yet) and I cannot find any information related to when the 4.0.4 will be released in this region.
So, if I want to get the 4.0.4 I basically have two options:
- Install a custom ROM
- Install a RUU for other country
For the first point, I looked at the TrickDroid 4.0 but I found another thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=33374826&postcount=424) where someone says that you only can install this ROM if you phone has the 4.0.4 version as base. Can anyone confirm this?
As for the second point, I found the problem that it's impossible (so far) to change the CID on the S3 model. So, there is no way to install a RUU from another country. Is this right?
Please, I would appreciate if you can help me on this or tell me a different way to upgrade to 4.0.4.
Thanks!
I know i won't be of any help to you, but i'm in the very same situation
My CID is HTC__662 (Hong Kong), and also for this: no RUU, no OTA, no Custom Rom 4.0.4 based...
And DO NOT try to flash TD v4!! U'll get only into bootloop; i think it's a matter of hboot that's different from 4.0.4 and 4.0.3 (for example, if u take a look at mcOneS3 rom u'll see it's a prerequisite).
I've spent more or less 2 days flashing, rebooting, soft-bricking, crying, recovering, crying again...at the end (after a brief test of TrickDroid 3.0.0, the only Rom i got to work but that did not match my needs) i've been happy to succeed in restoring old stock 4.0.3...
As far as i've understood: as long as we have no OTA/RUU, we are screwed.
I was told that it was only made for the T-Mobile version, but I'm pretty sure that's not right.
Same here, my CID is BSTAR301, still running the stock 4.0.3 and havent even found the RUU for that CID.. I don't really want root or flash any rom yet for warranty purposes (and because I'm satisfied by the way it is, so no need to get my hands dirty on it!) thus I'm relying on official updates, but considering the updates are region/CID/carrier dependant it's highly unlikely that I'll get 4.0.4 let alone Jelly Bean/sense 4+ by the end of the year... what a fricking joke!
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please my htc one s is bricked because i mistakely cleared storage in bootloader with cmw installed now im stock on loop and i cant flash through recovery cos i cant mount .
please can anyone help me with 3uk htc one s ruu h3g__001 pleasse
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Hi XDA,
I appreciate that somehwhere on this forum this question has probably been asked, and resolved.. but I really need some help here because either I'm dumb or this just simply hasn't been covered with the words 'Sensation XE'
Right, I installed Virtuos ROM (AOSP Ice Cream Sandwich). I upgraded my Firmware to the one that it uses, but quickly decided that AOSP is simply not the way for me. In order to downgrade back to a GB ROM, I flashed the 1.73 HBOOT version.
I then went about installing Android Revoloution, however for some reason I am experiencing instability within the system. I have installed it through 4EXT, formatted the system ect. So I decided that I wanted to revert to Stock and go through the rooting process again and basically re-install everything.
This is where I got stuck. There seems to be absolutely no Stock Sensation XE RUU's on XDA? I downloaded one RUU software number '1.45.401.3' however it tells me that I need to find the correct Rom Upgrade Utility.
Could somebody please point me in the correct direction of a Stock Sensation XE ROM. Not one that is Rooted or anything, I mean a genuine RUU. I have looked at the S-ON guide and the collection of Shipped ROM's however none say that they are specifically for the XE. Thank's in advance!
ISSUE NOW SOLVED​
Putting the phone into Fastboot and then trying to flash '1.45.401.3' works for some strange reason. No complaints, Stock ROM re-flashing as we speak.
Could you provide me link to the stock rom... as i too want to revert back on stock rom, does simply flashing the rom resolved your problem?
A while back I flashed a rom onto my HTC sensation.
Current Specs:
Android Version- 2.3.4
HTC Sense Version- 3.0
Software Number- Pyramid3Dv8.21 xe
Yet, With all these new releases and roms, I have no idea where to start :/
Currently scared to do anything since I'm afraid to brick my phone.
I'm sorry if this has or been answered somewhere else.
But, Could someone lead me into the right path to upgrading to the new Firmware + what I need to install for the new 3.0.0+ roms?
I will really appreciate it.
Thank you for reading this.
First you require some basic one time steps that you need to do
This is the guide to do those
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192300
Follow the steps carefully.... Also you can do soff if your hboot is <= 1.18 hboot
Chk the guide for steps to see your hboot
Then for installing ICS roms
This is the best guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1472298
sent from my blazing fast pyramid through sonic waves
Android Version- 2.3.4
HTC Sense Version- 3.0
have you been living under a rock?! you'll love ICS and new Sense
alexown said:
A while back I flashed a rom onto my HTC sensation.
Current Specs:
Android Version- 2.3.4
HTC Sense Version- 3.0
Software Number- Pyramid3Dv8.21 xe
Yet, With all these new releases and roms, I have no idea where to start :/
Currently scared to do anything since I'm afraid to brick my phone.
I'm sorry if this has or been answered somewhere else.
But, Could someone lead me into the right path to upgrading to the new Firmware + what I need to install for the new 3.0.0+ roms?
I will really appreciate it.
Thank you for reading this.
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try ORdroid (OR) ARHD Roms they r awesome.....
thanks for shinz.& mike for there awesome work
I understand about the new stuff in a way
But, What do I do since i'm not updated yet?
Install stock firmware and update regularly then redo the Process?
or is there someway I can Just update without having to redo S-OFF
I believe you can simply flash the 3.32 firmware and then update to the new ICS ROMs. No need to S-OFF again since you're running the older hboot version (that is, I'm assuming you're still running hboot 1.18 or lower since you haven't updated your phone in a while and you're already rooted and stuff).
The second link that ganeshp posted should be all you need to know.
alexown said:
I understand about the new stuff in a way
But, What do I do since i'm not updated yet?
Install stock firmware and update regularly then redo the Process?
or is there someway I can Just update without having to redo S-OFF
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Hi,
It is not clear if you are s-off or not.
Once you are s-off,that will remain no matter what you do(unless you choose to s-on again )
If you are s-off,and you want to upgrade to Ice Cream Sandwich(ICS) then,everything that you need is in THIS THREAD.
Read it carefully,then read it again!
If you still have questions,ask in that thread or here.
Good luck.
alexown said:
I understand about the new stuff in a way
But, What do I do since i'm not updated yet?
Install stock firmware and update regularly then redo the Process?
or is there someway I can Just update without having to redo S-OFF
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first of all check your HBOOT version (from bootloader -> volume down + power)
if its 1.18 or less(this is only required for SOFF ...if you are already SOFF follow the rest of steps from the guide)...then just use my guide(1st link) for basic steps to keep your phone ready...for flashing custom roms
then for ICS you first need to update your firmware...which was awesomely explained on how to do it from the second guide link I've provided....
remember once you've updated you firmware you can not boot into your OLD GB rom as it is not compatible so you need to get the ICS ROM you want to install on your sdcard before doing firmware update so that you can just flash the ROM directly after updating the firmware
that's all you require...(my best suggestion is READ READ READ...until you are crystal clear)
Hi
Im new here I had read the all similar threads that the forum found but no one could help me to solve my problem.
Time ago I rooted and get S-off my HTC Incredible S s710e using Unrevoke, I decided to use my stock rom instead a cooked one so I lost root but stil have S-off.
Im using Android 2.3.3 and
Sense 2.1,
My baseband version is 20.2805.30.0805.04.03.27_M and
Kernel: 2.6.35.9-g529446e
I recived an OTA update with Android 3.5 and Sense 3.0 and I proceeded with it, everything goes well until the phone restarts and stay freeze in the green HTC logo. Nothing else happens. I had to search for my RUU file ( I use this one ---> RUU_Vivo_Gingerbread_S_hTC_Asia_HK_2.12.708.4_Radio_20.2805.30.085AU_3805.04.03.27_M_release_189979_signed.exe ) I extracted the rom.zip changed the name to PG32IMG and restored my phone like before.
I need help figuring out how I can do to upgrade via OTA without that brick (I want the official update to 3.5 so then I can get official ICS update). I tried to extract the official RUU rom with sense 3.0 and android 3.5 and install it but its the same problem.
Someone could help me solve my problem? Please. :crying:
I attached a .jpg of my Bootloader.
Thanks for your time and understanding​
BTW...........sorry for putting my post in the wrong section. I would have posted in the right one but I dont have enough posts.
You are s off, you better not run the ruu just how it is
It would probably be better/easier to flash a custom ROM
Sent from my Nexus 7
And couldn't you have posted in incredible s general?
Sent from my Nexus 7
So I'm probably asking a question that's been asked many times before.. I have the dreaded HTC One X from AT&T. I keep getting references toward the XL, and mine seems to fit the profile as a dual core LTE phone. Anyways, I am dealing with CWS_001 CID and HBOOT 1.14 and would like to upgrade my OS to either stock Jelly Bean or CyanogenMod (this would be my preference) or if someone has a BETTER suggestion than I am open to a better mod. I have seen a few really catchy ones like MAXIMUS that I wanted to try. I have achieved unlocking, rooting, and S-OFF on this device already. After those processes.. my phone downloaded a large system update from AT&T which was Jelly Bean. It will not allow it to install. I presume this is because my device isn't actually approved for that update and something I did in this whole process triggered the server into believing I should have gotten it..
So is there a way for me to update my HBOOT for CyanogenMod or some other form of an upgraded version of Android?
I am currently running:
Android Version 4.0.4
Sense Version 4.0
Software Number 2.20.502.7.710RD
SDK API Level 4.23
Kernel 3.0.8-01558
Anyone out there able to point me in the right direction? Thanks!
acw928 said:
So I'm probably asking a question that's been asked many times before.. I have the dreaded HTC One X from AT&T. I keep getting references toward the XL, and mine seems to fit the profile as a dual core LTE phone. Anyways, I am dealing with CWS_001 CID and HBOOT 1.14 and would like to upgrade my OS to either stock Jelly Bean or CyanogenMod (this would be my preference) or if someone has a BETTER suggestion than I am open to a better mod. I have seen a few really catchy ones like MAXIMUS that I wanted to try. I have achieved unlocking, rooting, and S-OFF on this device already. After those processes.. my phone downloaded a large system update from AT&T which was Jelly Bean. It will not allow it to install. I presume this is because my device isn't actually approved for that update and something I did in this whole process triggered the server into believing I should have gotten it..
So is there a way for me to update my HBOOT for CyanogenMod or some other form of an upgraded version of Android?
I am currently running:
Android Version 4.0.4
Sense Version 4.0
Software Number 2.20.502.7.710RD
SDK API Level 4.23
Kernel 3.0.8-01558
Anyone out there able to point me in the right direction? Thanks!
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Did you flash TWRP or CWM recovery? Did you just flash su in recovery to achieve root?
exad said:
Did you flash TWRP or CWM recovery? Did you just flash su in recovery to achieve root?
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I originally started with TWRP as I had used the all in one tool for alot of the process. I then performed the the S-OFF and just now flashed Clockwork because I had read of others with TWRP 2.5 issues installing ROMs. Even in clockwork I can't install the Jelly Bean update on my ICS phone so I'm assuming there is a step I don't know of and cannot find anything for it. Thanks for responding!
acw928 said:
I originally started with TWRP as I had used the all in one tool for alot of the process. I then performed the the S-OFF and just now flashed Clockwork because I had read of others with TWRP 2.5 issues installing ROMs. Even in clockwork I can't install the Jelly Bean update on my ICS phone so I'm assuming there is a step I don't know of and cannot find anything for it. Thanks for responding!
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You need stock recovery to allow the installation of an OTA. It can be extracted from an OTA zip file.
In short, since you are S-OFF.
1. Flash 3.18 ATT RUU.
2. Flash recovery. I have always used TWRP and had good luck.
3. Save latest CM 10.1 (or other ROM) to your SDCARD.
4. Boot to recovery and flash ROM.
5. Profit!
Thanks alot, to both of you!
I used the RUU and after a few small errors was in fact able to update to HBOOT 2.14 and Android Jelly Bean. The rest should be a cake walk. I'm truly appreciative of how quickly and intelligently you guys helped me out. Thanks again.
Just wanted to thank you guys again.
Over the past 3 days, I have made a successful transition from a crummy stock device on an outdated Android 4.0.4 OS to ViperXL 3.2.8 with the latest ElementalX kernel and I could not be happier.
Could not have done it without you folks!
I've been out of the scene for years and have long since moved away from my Sensation 4G. Its sitting here collecting dust and although probably not worth a helluva lot I'd like to sell it while someone can get some decent use out of it still.
My question is, how do I return it to stock so I can sell it to the "average Joe". I'll keep it unlocked and rootable but how can I put the original HTC rom back on so I can advertise it as "stock"? Currently running an old v4.1 version of MIUI with 4EXT Touch Recovery, and honestly I dont even know where the HTC updates stop; or if its still supported.
I'd like to just get this phone to a sellable "stock" condition and give the user the choice to tweak it (or not).
OKors said:
I've been out of the scene for years and have long since moved away from my Sensation 4G. Its sitting here collecting dust and although probably not worth a helluva lot I'd like to sell it while someone can get some decent use out of it still.
My question is, how do I return it to stock so I can sell it to the "average Joe". I'll keep it unlocked and rootable but how can I put the original HTC rom back on so I can advertise it as "stock"? Currently running an old v4.1 version of MIUI with 4EXT Touch Recovery, and honestly I dont even know where the HTC updates stop; or if its still supported.
I'd like to just get this phone to a sellable "stock" condition and give the user the choice to tweak it (or not).
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If your device is S-Off then you can install and ICS RUU which can be downloaded from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1661591
Thanks,
Couple more questions;
-Once installed and returned to factory will this allow OTA updates from HTC?
-The filename mentions Europe, I'm U.S., does it matter?
-Is it really an .exe file? What is it designed to do?
-Do I run it from 4EXT (off the sim card) or from PC?
-It says "Firmware is the same as earlier firmware included in 3.32 RUUs". Which FW is that? I'm on 1.17 still
I should also mention: T-Mobile USA with S-Off
Thanks, and sorry in advance for the noob questions. Like I said, I've been out of the loop for years and have no desire to tweak my phone again.
I just wanna get this back to stock and sell it!
OKors said:
Thanks,
Couple more questions;
-Once installed and returned to factory will this allow OTA updates from HTC?
-The filename mentions Europe, I'm U.S., does it matter?
-Is it really an .exe file? What is it designed to do?
-Do I run it from 4EXT (off the sim card) or from PC?
-It says "Firmware is the same as earlier firmware included in 3.32 RUUs". Which FW is that? I'm on 1.17 still
I should also mention: T-Mobile USA with S-Off
Thanks, and sorry in advance for the noob questions. Like I said, I've been out of the loop for years and have no desire to tweak my phone again.
I just wanna get this back to stock and sell it!
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you run the exe directly from pc connected the device to it in fastboot mode
and another thing you have to know is when installing ruu.exe
you are forgeting 4ext recovery
it restores completely everything back to stock
but i suggest to use a t-mobile usa ruu.exe
also you will have OTA updates.but this device is discontinued
the latest official update is to ics android
rzr86 said:
you run the exe directly from pc connected the device to it in fastboot mode
and another thing you have to know is when installing ruu.exe
you are forgeting 4ext recovery
it restores completely everything back to stock
but i suggest to use a t-mobile usa ruu.exe
also you will have OTA updates.but this device is discontinued
the latest official update is to ics android
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Great, thanks. I'll look for a Tmob US ruu.
Firmware, do I need to flash to the required FW in Hboot first or will the installer take care of that for me? If so where did HTC leave off?
I'm looking at 3.33 being the most current ICS FW. But that's based on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459767
OKors said:
Great, thanks. I'll look for a Tmob US ruu.
Firmware, do I need to flash to the required FW in Hboot first or will the installer take care of that for me? If so where did HTC leave off?
I'm looking at 3.33 being the most current ICS FW. But that's based on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1459767
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forget that thread
it is not for you
ruu restores official firmware too
the latest firmware from HTC is 3.33
note: after ruu installation only S-OFF will remain as it is but i suggest to leave on S-OFF