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Hi guys im new to the forum and new to winmo. I recently purchased an HTC touch pro from verizon, and contrary to most reviews I like it so far. Anyway I need to do quite a few things, and dont know where to get started.
I need to:
- Update the phone (if i install a new ROM will this update the phone?) If not how/where do i get the updates?
- Install a new ROM - do i need to do this? what does it do which one and where?
- I need a youtube app - where/which?
- I would like any web browsers you think are better then opera 9.5 ( I heard Fennic was fast?)
- I also need step by step instructions to doing all of this please. sorry
PS: Do i need to install the software that comes with phone? if I do, or if I do any of the above, doese it waver the 30 day trial period?
Thanks for any help! sorry its so much!

lolobean said:
Hi guys im new to the forum and new to winmo. I recently purchased an HTC touch pro from verizon, and contrary to most reviews I like it so far. Anyway I need to do quite a few things, and dont know where to get started.
I need to:
- Update the phone (if i install a new ROM will this update the phone?) If not how/where do i get the updates?
- Install a new ROM - do i need to do this? what does it do which one and where?
- I need a youtube app - where/which?
- I would like any web browsers you think are better then opera 9.5 ( I heard Fennic was fast?)
- I also need step by step instructions to doing all of this please. sorry
PS: Do i need to install the software that comes with phone? if I do, or if I do any of the above, doese it waver the 30 day trial period?
Thanks for any help! sorry its so much!
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Today is a great day to spend reading.
The answers to all your questions and more can be found here
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Raphael
and here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=437
Welcome to the forum and winmo and have fun.

I would still like any help you guys can give. thanks for the links but im stil pretty confuions about some of the specific questions i had.

lolobean said:
Hi guys im new to the forum and new to winmo. I recently purchased an HTC touch pro from verizon, and contrary to most reviews I like it so far. Anyway I need to do quite a few things, and dont know where to get started.
I need to:
- Update the phone (if i install a new ROM will this update the phone?) If not how/where do i get the updates?
- Install a new ROM - do i need to do this? what does it do which one and where?
- I need a youtube app - where/which?
- I would like any web browsers you think are better then opera 9.5 ( I heard Fennic was fast?)
- I also need step by step instructions to doing all of this please. sorry
PS: Do i need to install the software that comes with phone? if I do, or if I do any of the above, doese it waver the 30 day trial period?
Thanks for any help! sorry its so much!
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First off - Why do you feel you have to install a new ROM - you say you are happy with the device. Are you saying this because many people here are flashing different ROM's to their devices so you think you should. You just got your device - you should really learn how to use it first and figure out what it can do for you. Afterwards if you feel you want to flash a new ROM, than the ROM you choose is based on your needs. Follow the advice already given to you and start reading (LOTS) If you don't you might kill your device before really getting to enjoy it.
Opera is a good browser, I have used it - but I am now using skyfire. I just find it quicker. Haven't used Fennic so can't say how it compares
Youtube app - You can watch Youtube using Skyfire - but there are several Youtube apps available throughout these forums. If you do a simple search with Keywod "youtube" you should be able to find some rather easily. I don't use any though because I can watch them though Skyfire.
You probably won't find anyone giving you step by step instructions for unlocking, flashing and installing apps etc... you have already been pointed to where you need to go to learn this for yourself so do some reading. If you have questions after having done some reading about something specific, then ask and people will help but not many people will hold your hand through this.
If you try returning your device within the 30 days with a custom (non official) ROM - you might have some troubles. You will have to reflash your stock ROM back to your device and lock it again I think.
I don't know what you mean - Do I have to install software that comes with the phone. There are many apps available in this forum which you can easily install (many are in .cab format for easy installation. Some in .exe format requiring installation from your computer to your device though activesinc and some are just (place on your device and run it) Take into consideration which version of WM you have on your device (some are specific to WM 6 some to 6.1 and some to 5. Also take into consideration your screan. VGA or WVGA or QVGA etc.. as running an app with resolution different than your device and it will not display properly. If you install an app and it does not work properly or you just don't like it - go to settings - System - Remove programs and uninstall the app that way (works only for cabs or exe's installed) The others you just navigate to where you placed the app and delete it. You cannot delete applications hard coded into your ROM (from what I have read)
There is much to learn in these forums and it is up to you to do some reading and learning and figure out for yourself what it is you really want on your device. As you can see from my signature - I am still running my stock WM 6 ROM.
If I sound like I am being harsh I appologize; however, I must point you to this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/faq.php
These are the rules and you need to read the rules - I notice that you created three seperate threads asking pretty much the same thing. This was the first thread started and was in the right section.
You created another one asking the exact same things after not having gotten the response you were looking for (bad move and a violation of the rules) and you created a third asking the same thing but not in quite as much detail (violation of the rules)
We are (most of us) are helpful community; however, you must do some work yourself to learn as much as you can and this will require lots and lots of reading. If you don't do the reading and learning for yourself (you just will never understand your device and what it is capable of and your next post will be titled
"Help - I bricked my device" - You don't want this and neither do we. Read and if you need clarification (because it is a lot to learn and can be confusing) then ask questions about your specific uncertainties. We will be glad to help (except I can't help with flashing ROM's because I havn't ever done it yet) lol
Good luck and enjoy your new device

thanks for all the help man, i should have done more research, the wiki is kinda confusing to me though and i wasnt sure of the different procedures to flashing etc. sorry. One question though, I was looking at downloading a pack of apps from bwone.com called the bowman pack pro, i cant really find much info on it, besides the apps it contains and therefor am unsure of how to install it.

lolobean said:
thanks for all the help man, i should have done more research, the wiki is kinda confusing to me though and i wasnt sure of the different procedures to flashing etc. sorry. One question though, I was looking at downloading a pack of apps from bwone.com called the bowman pack pro, i cant really find much info on it, besides the apps it contains and therefor am unsure of how to install it.
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I checked out the website you mentioned and checked out hte Bowman pack pro - Sorry that I really can't tell you much about it or the apps included; however, if it is completely free - give it a shot - it is probably a cab install which is easy enough to install and uninstall. If it is not free or only trial version then use the search function under your name up top to try to find prorams which are equivelant but free on this site. You really should be able to find most things you need through this site. I don't want to discredit the website you mentioned. I have never seen it before so I will leave that at that. I know this site and there is much available for everyone here.
You want cool music players seach S2P or Mortplayer or TCPMP or the new Nitrogen player (all free) or core player (pay) all are really good in my opinion.
TCPMP also plays videos really well (as does core player but Core Player has other codecs I think) There is a special version of TCPMP to run on your device I believe - Use search above.
Check out development and hacking section of this forum for all your application needs. Apps do not have to be designed specifically for your device as I have already mentioned above.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=260
This is link to Development and hacking section where you will find most of the apps and ROMS developed for all devices - Remember ROMS are device specific - Apps are not device specific in general - Check out apps that interest you and read the developers description and program details - It should tell you everything you need to know. Read also throughout the thread to see what others say about the program - How it runs on their devices, bugs found, fixes etc....
Like already said before - There is a lot of reading to do - This is a reading forum but it will allow you to enjoy your device to the max.....
Good luck.

[Q] security for android - beginner friendly how to?

hi all!
please note: i am nothing near a professional user or even coder! i rooted my phone and i install custom roms on it, and thats about it. in addition to that i am concerned about my privacy. for me it started with the LBE Privacy Guard from the play store, it was quite nice until it stopped working, and made my phone stuck in a boot loop...
i have read and searched a lot of stuff before i decided to write this. but i havent found an easy and understandable how to. maybe that is because there no easy way to this. please go easy on me if there is already a thread for this...
i just installed openpdroid on my samsung galaxy s+ (i9001) and that is just because user bululu has made a patch for the rom i am using (cm10.1 from user davidteri) - thanks to both of them! i installed the patch with cwm (clockworkmod) and afterwards i was wondering there is no privacy setting in my menu or anything that would let me set up permissions. but from all the stuff i was reading before i figured i will need some kind of gui (not sure this is the right word - that goes for most of the stuff, but please correct me where u can, i will try and learn) so i installed 'pdroid manager' from the play store. that would finally let me set permissions for the apps! so far, so good. i am now using openpdroid...
should be all good at this point u might think, but this is where my questions begin ^^ f.ex:
is this the best solution atm? are there more solutions? what are the differences? what can u recommend?
furthermore i try to figure out how to encrypt email on android. most things i read point to k9 mail and using agp (or apg? is this the same?). i did some research on that topic an it seems to be the 'android privacy guard'. more questions here too...
it seems to be out of development, since the last changes are from 25.12.2010. is there a newer alternative for that or something i missed? or maybe it is still the thing to use or it is quite finished in its current state?!? but i dont wanna clog my device with old or unsupported software until i am 99% sure on what to do...
so basically i am asking if there is a nice and user friendly (with images) 'how to' for this kind of stuff i was just missing or is it just impossible (at the current state) to do such thing? if both answers are 'no' i'd like to start something like that, of course with your help that is...
because it seems the info i found is not coherent, its all bits and pieces one needs to bring together (in the right order and with compatible software). at least thats what it feels like for me as non-professional user and linux noob. i have no problem with puzzling stuff together but i also would like to help others who would like to do increase their security and get different opinions on whats the best way to do some things...
so if any of u got an opinion to any of the above please let me know! and help or links would be greatly appreciated! lets see if we can bring some things together and make our devices, our communication and our data more secure! and please note: this should not be device specific, my device and rom was just for information and for better understanding my starting point. this should be as broadly defined and open minded as possible. so everybody could partake and make use of it...
thanks for reading!
kind regards
bad1080

[Q] MagazineUX Launcher/App request forum

Hey there,
I'd like to know if anyone out there tried to use the new Samsung tablet UI on other devices. If so, how did the experience go? I have a feeling that it wouldn't work if I just took the APK out of a system dump and pushed it to my device (like it wouldn't work for the stock launchers of most devices out there, their full functions are usually buried somewhat deep in the system, like on the framework or even deeper sh*t the manufacturer decides), but I think it's worth asking.
Plus, is there a specific forum for app/ports/whatever-like-this requests? I see there is this Q&A board and the apps board, plus device-specific app requests threads over various forums, but I really don't know where would an app request with no specific device in mind would go. If there is such forum already, I'd like to know (and have this thread moved there, if possible), because I couldn't find it easily.
Thanks in advance for any help in any of the matters.

dr.fone toolkit - Android Lock Screen Removal with encrypted phone ?

Hi,
I want to know if i encrypt my Galaxy S7, if it's possible to remove lock screen with dr.fone toolkit ?
If it's possible it's bad because password it's for restrict any person to access to phone !
Thank for any help !

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Up !
Do you know the answer ? Please ?
Thank !

azer7 said:
Hi,
Up !
Do you know the answer ? Please ?
Thank !
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Hello,
The Galaxy S7 has multiple variants and builds. Normally when asking this kind of question, you should include the model of your device. That way anyone wanting to help you actually has the knowledge to be able to do so. Phones have different internal parts, memory space, and so on. You can find your model number by doing the following:
- slide down the notification bar, sometimes you may have to slide down twice depending on the device. Click the gear in the upper right hand corner. "Settings"
OR
- Access your app drawer or all apps section and find your "settings" section/app. Most of the time it will have a icon of a gear, or three lines that resemble on off switches. Older androids sometimes use just have three lines (as the settings icon)
- Find the section labeled "About Device / Device Info" its usually labeled something similar if not exactly. Open this section
(Galaxy phones usually have this section at the bottom of your "settings" section)
- Somewhere within this section, there will be a label that reads "Model" and that is your specific variant which is needed in device specific situations.
* Take Note of this for future reference. You might think okay ill remember that. But when you come to realize your devices model number may be XDA-2017T1 and you look for something pertaining your device. You will also find something like this:
XDA-2017
XDA-2017YP
XDA-2017YP2
XDA-2017T0
XDA-2017T2
XDA-2017T10
Assuming that you will continually update and/or customize your phone. You will probably just memorize this, along with other important information. Some important things you should include while researching is as follows (the top two are very important)
1. [Model Number] ex) XDA-2017T1
2. [Android Version] ex) 6.0.1 Marshmallow
3. [Baseband]
4. [Kernel]
5. [Chipset]
6. Is device "rooted?"
7. Is the bootloader unlocked?
8. GSM or CDMA. Older devices even use IDEN
Those are only some.
* I also want you to know that im not trying to lecture you, or give you a hard time. I am honestly trying to help you and in order to successfully help you I have to ensure that you know things, or mention things, that is important to do. So your device isnt broken, or you get information that is correct but incorrect for your specific device.
But back to the topic originally referenced.
Q) "Is the program Dr. Fone able to bypass the screen lock security measures on the Samsung Galaxy S7?"
A) Based on limited information that is device specific, and the current Supported Devices section from Dr Fones documentation
"No"
• Dr. Fone doesnt have the capabilty to bypass your screen lock. They will probably include the S7 within a period of time due to it being a main stream phone though.
• Remember this; locks can and will be broken. Just because a vulnerabilty hasnt been exposed or discovered doesnt mean that its 100% secure.
• Keep current with OTA updates, keep in tune with tech type news.
• Encryption is vast subject, but I can refer to it like the "invisible magical ink" That was popular in the 90's. The light that reveals the ink to the naked eye, is your password. The inabilty to see the ink normally without a specific tool, would be encryption. So if someone cracked your password, your encryption would also be disabled. I linked more information below, for you to read. I still dont fully understand encryption myself, nor do I believe or trust it.
I based this information assuming your device is the SM-G930. It is accurate as possible but not guaranteed. Do realize with the information I mentioned and with the question you asked. I was able to do a simple Google search and almost immediately found the answers. Try to figure things out before you ask in the future. You can repeat the process of not researching prior to posting but typically your post will die. If you get stuck and have put forth honest effort, the great people here at XDA will probably help out greatly. I hope I have helped you, and you now feel better about your concerns. please pay it foward.
If you feel ive helped or gave a honest attempt to help. Hit the thumbs up, that is the thanks button.
-juzten
▪Information on Android Encryption▪
https://source.android.com/security/encryption/full-disk
▪Samsung S7 Model Numbers ▪
https://www.google.com/amp/techbeasts.com/list-of-samsung-galaxy-s7-s7-edge-model-numbers/amp/
▪Dr. Fone's Supported Devices, Screen Lock ▪
https://drfone.wondershare.com/reference/android-lock-screen-removal.html
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[☆☆☆] I TAKE NO CREDIT, AND GIVE THANKS TO THE PEOPLE WHO WROTE AND/OR RESEARCHED THE ABOVE REFERENCES. THESE REFERENCES ARE THE RESOURCES I USED TO CONCLUDE AN ACCURATE RESPONSE TO THE QUESTION ASKED IN THE OP. NO CLAIM IS MEANT TO BE IMPLIED, OR IS GIVEN WITH THE INFORMATION PRESENTED AS FACTUAL. AS WITH ALL DOCUMENTATION, ERRORS ARE MADE OCCASSIONALLY AND YOU SHOULD FURTHER RESEARCH ANY DOUBT. I TAKE NO RESPONSIBILTY FOR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS THAT OCCURED IN DIRECT RELATION TO MY STATEMENTS MADE. [☆☆☆]

Hi,
juzten said:
Hello,
The Galaxy S7 has multiple variants and builds. Normally when asking this kind of question, you should include the model of your device. That way anyone wanting to help you actually has the knowledge to be able to do so. Phones have different internal parts, memory space, and so on. You can find your model number by doing the following:
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I'm sorry, I completely forgot to mention the model of my S7, it is the SM-G930F on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow, thanks for answering me.
On the other hand, I'm disappointed that a commercial program can unlock a phone.
I hope that this way of circumventing the locking of smartphones will be solved, because malicious people could use it to unlock phones that do not belong to them ...
The only way to protect yourself from this program is to install an application that protects personal data.
Thank you again for answering!

Wondershare Dr. Fonefor unlooking thr screen.
Wondershare Dr. Fone is a powerful instrument to regain iPhone lost information, it can help scan and recover them from iTunes or iCloud copies in case you've got backup your iPhone into iTunes or iCloud, or it helps you regain contacts directly from the device. Besides it's harmonious with iPhone 5s/5c/4S/ / 4/3GS and it might recover 18 kinds of content such as pictures, videos, contacts, messages, notes, and phone log, voicemail, voice memos, calendars, reminders, etc.. :good:

I agree with you. A commercial program available for a few dollars can unlock a password protected phone. What is Android/ios waiting to solve this threat?

New Android Phone User . . .

I just got my first Android phone; Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Needless to say, I have a lot to learn.
I have a Toshiba laptop with an Intel Core i7 & 8GB memory running Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit.
1st Question: What directories can I import JPGs (for Wallpaper) and MP3s (Music) into for use?
2nd Question: What software should I use on my PC to better communicate and interact with the S7 Edge?
3rd Question: What posts on this Forum should I read to quickly enhance my learning curve?
Thanks!

1st question: Any. The phone work like a flash drive when connect to computer and will detect on it own where you store your images and music.
2nd question: Because of 1st question answer, I don't think you need any. But if you want, there's samsung smart switch which can backup&restore data and recover your phone software if something have gone wrong.
3rd question: I will let others answer this.
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

Welcome to XDA and to the world of Android.
To further elaborate on your second question, depending on what you mean by "communicate and interact" there are a few things you may want to install on your computer (I do all the below and my computer is much weaker than urs).
For example if you want to send commands to ur device from computer then you can install adb on your device. This is particularly useful for certain apps that require special permissions that can only be granted through adb. You can also do other things with it such as change permissions - for example refuse background processes for some apps as shown in this guide here (guide also shows how to install adb) https://www.xda-developers.com/freeze-app-background-processes-without-root-android-nougat/ .
If you are interested in mods which you may find alot of people on this forum are, then you may consider downloading Odin for PC which will allow you to install a custom recovery (as well as other things) which will in turn help you make many mods to ur device. Guide to installing custom recovery: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7...overy-official-twrp-hero2lte-3-0-0-0-t3334084 .
With custom recovery, you can "root" the device - allowing higher permissions than before and therefore more possibilities for customisation and function for apps. Custom recovery can also allow you to "flash" (install) a new ROM (OS), or flash other mods that you will see in the forums.
Question 3
I think my previous answer overlapped with this a bit. I reckon XDA is challenging place to start learning about the basics of android if this were your first device. It is messy and full of people who know the basics and are trying do go above and beyond the limitations of the Android market. If you want to learn through XDA, I recommend you look up the "questions and answers" or "guides, news and discussion" sections. Otherwise a quick google should answer most queeries regarding the basics of the android as you discover more about your device. If not, we are (friendly and) always here to answer questions (as long as you post in the right sections).
I hope this isnt too basic for you. I thought it be better if I start simple to ensure understanding. Any queeries or comments, feel free to post.

BudParker - XDA said:
I just got my first Android phone; Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Needless to say, I have a lot to learn.
I have a Toshiba laptop with an Intel Core i7 & 8GB memory running Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit.
1st Question: What directories can I import JPGs (for Wallpaper) and MP3s (Music) into for use?
2nd Question: What software should I use on my PC to better communicate and interact with the S7 Edge?
3rd Question: What posts on this Forum should I read to quickly enhance my learning curve?
Thanks!
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1. It's best to keep a clean folder structure within your device. On Samsung devices, Music is stored under internal memory/Music or external SD card/Music. I'd advise importing Wallpapers and the like to the "Pictures" Folder in either of the storage options.
2. No Software needed. Your Android Phone will work like a USB-Flash drive. Once connected to a PC or MAC, you File Explorer or Finder will show you the internal folders and files of your phone and you can just start drag&drop actions.
3. Hardest to answer....Just start reading. How I did it when I first came here:
- Start with the Forum Rules.
- Write down words I don't know/understand and research these words.
- Endless reading.
- Start asking questions.
- Endless reading (When it pays off, you won't notice. However, you'll notice when you didn't read and end up bricking your device.)
- Start testing on my own device.
- Answer questions.
Hope it helps =) Welcome to XDA!

nitrous² said:
1. It's best to keep a clean folder structure within your device. On Samsung devices, Music is stored under internal memory/Music or external SD card/Music. I'd advise importing Wallpapers and the like to the "Pictures" Folder in either of the storage options.
2. No Software needed. Your Android Phone will work like a USB-Flash drive. Once connected to a PC or MAC, you File Explorer or Finder will show you the internal folders and files of your phone and you can just start drag&drop actions.
3. Hardest to answer....Just start reading. How I did it when I first came here:
- Start with the Forum Rules.
- Write down words I don't know/understand and research these words.
- Endless reading.
- Start asking questions.
- Endless reading (When it pays off, you won't notice. However, you'll notice when you didn't read and end up bricking your device.)
- Start testing on my own device.
- Answer questions.
Hope it helps =) Welcome to XDA!
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Thanks, my friend. Your reply is much appreciated.

Eggleston11 said:
Welcome to XDA and to the world of Android.
To further elaborate on your second question, depending on what you mean by "communicate and interact" there are a few things you may want to install on your computer (I do all the below and my computer is much weaker than urs).
For example if you want to send commands to ur device from computer then you can install adb on your device. This is particularly useful for certain apps that require special permissions that can only be granted through adb. You can also do other things with it such as change permissions - for example refuse background processes for some apps as shown in this guide here (guide also shows how to install adb) https://www.xda-developers.com/freeze-app-background-processes-without-root-android-nougat/ .
If you are interested in mods which you may find alot of people on this forum are, then you may consider downloading Odin for PC which will allow you to install a custom recovery (as well as other things) which will in turn help you make many mods to ur device. Guide to installing custom recovery: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7...overy-official-twrp-hero2lte-3-0-0-0-t3334084 .
With custom recovery, you can "root" the device - allowing higher permissions than before and therefore more possibilities for customisation and function for apps. Custom recovery can also allow you to "flash" (install) a new ROM (OS), or flash other mods that you will see in the forums.
Question 3
I think my previous answer overlapped with this a bit. I reckon XDA is challenging place to start learning about the basics of android if this were your first device. It is messy and full of people who know the basics and are trying do go above and beyond the limitations of the Android market. If you want to learn through XDA, I recommend you look up the "questions and answers" or "guides, news and discussion" sections. Otherwise a quick google should answer most queeries regarding the basics of the android as you discover more about your device. If not, we are (friendly and) always here to answer questions (as long as you post in the right sections).
I hope this isnt too basic for you. I thought it be better if I start simple to ensure understanding. Any queeries or comments, feel free to post.
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I appreciate your comments and helpful attitude! I'll follow your advice.