I got my Hero on the weekend and I'm enjoying the fluidity of the UI. I dont' want to risk voiding warranty so not rooting phone yet. Just wanted to know if there are any negatives with installing the ROM build on the LEAF website 2.73.405.5. I currently have 2.73.1104.4 and I'm not sure if this is newer than 405.5
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atomcrusher
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I've had the Hero for two months now ... build number is 2.73.421.5 ... it is on MTN
Here's hoping we get Android 2.1 soon:
http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/26/htc-hero-update-to-android-2-1-on-april-26th-in-home-country-of
http://www.engadget.com/2010/03/26/htc-hero-update-to-android-2-1-on-april-26th-in-home-country-of
2.1 upgrade
I came across this article today, thought you guys might find it interesting:
http://www.htcsource.com/2010/06/2946/
I have mailed Leaf, and am currently awaiting their response
I came across this article today, thought you guys might find it interesting:
http://www.htcsource.com/2010/06/2946/
I have mailed Leaf, and am currently awaiting their response
I was talking about 63.18.55.06JU_6.35.09.26
That's the one recommended on XDA-Developers.
That one works too. I used it before I updated to 63.28.55.06OU_6.35.15.01. The new one is shipped with the2.1 update.
"The rom upgrade normally takes 2 - 3 weeks after the Global release as ICASA has more stringent regulations.
We have not heard anything yet regarding the release but are expecting some news soon."
From Leaf Support. I suspect we will have some news, good hopefully, very soon
Another question. Has anyone here had issues with the touchscreen, the bottom section of my screen (All Programs / Phone / Add) buttons are VERY temperamental, not responding 80% of the time. Same for the Space Bar, and Full Stop when in keyboard mode.
Any feedback would be much appreciated
We have not heard anything yet regarding the release but are expecting some news soon."
From Leaf Support. I suspect we will have some news, good hopefully, very soon
Another question. Has anyone here had issues with the touchscreen, the bottom section of my screen (All Programs / Phone / Add) buttons are VERY temperamental, not responding 80% of the time. Same for the Space Bar, and Full Stop when in keyboard mode.
Any feedback would be much appreciated
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greg_SA
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My touch screen works great - make sure you aren't touching the screen with the edge of your finger, thinking you are touching with the middle...if that makes sense 
Mini, try calibrate screen:
http://androidforums.com/htc-hero/2...n-keyboard-calibrate-calibrate-calibrate.html
http://androidforums.com/htc-hero/2...n-keyboard-calibrate-calibrate-calibrate.html
Hello there
This may sound weird, but I live in Poland, Europe and I got HTC Hero as a gift from abroad. The point is this phone is clearly South African one (100% sure of it, I contacted HTC and they confirmed that), which doesn't mean it doesn't work with local networks, it's opposite, works great with with them including HSDPA, but now I have the problem called Android 2.1 update for Hero. The european update is rolling out right now (at least first part of it), still it's not supported by the phone I have. Then there's a question does anyone of you know when will 2.1 or at least first part of update show up for SA Hero? HTC website for "Middle East and Africa" doesn't even include HTC Hero as available phone.
Build number: 2.73.421.5
Thanks for help.
PS: I noticed the stock ROM I have now with the biuld number written above can be so easily rooted thanks to InstantRoot app, tested it and worked (just to let you know if someone is afraid of messing the phone like installing custom recovery and stuff).
This may sound weird, but I live in Poland, Europe and I got HTC Hero as a gift from abroad. The point is this phone is clearly South African one (100% sure of it, I contacted HTC and they confirmed that), which doesn't mean it doesn't work with local networks, it's opposite, works great with with them including HSDPA, but now I have the problem called Android 2.1 update for Hero. The european update is rolling out right now (at least first part of it), still it's not supported by the phone I have. Then there's a question does anyone of you know when will 2.1 or at least first part of update show up for SA Hero? HTC website for "Middle East and Africa" doesn't even include HTC Hero as available phone.
Build number: 2.73.421.5
Thanks for help.
PS: I noticed the stock ROM I have now with the biuld number written above can be so easily rooted thanks to InstantRoot app, tested it and worked (just to let you know if someone is afraid of messing the phone like installing custom recovery and stuff).
iDenTiTy
Expert Member
Does anyone have the stock standard original HTC Hero rom?
I'm reffering to the 2.73.421.5 build.
My Hero is running Villian 10.3.2 - nicely.
However, I would like the original so I can upgrade to the proper 2.1
XDA-Developers don't have the SA version..
My original version is shot. That is, it is corrupt and I cant flash it back.
Any help is welcome.
I'm reffering to the 2.73.421.5 build.
My Hero is running Villian 10.3.2 - nicely.
However, I would like the original so I can upgrade to the proper 2.1
XDA-Developers don't have the SA version..
My original version is shot. That is, it is corrupt and I cant flash it back.
Any help is welcome.
iDenTiTy
Expert Member
I have found a stock standard 2.1 English rom.
Installed as a .zip, and works perfectly.
Finally! I can send/receive music with Bluetooth. Woohoo!
I did lose my Root ability..
Oh, and FriendStream is not on.
Speed is also noticeably quicker.
Installed as a .zip, and works perfectly.
Finally! I can send/receive music with Bluetooth. Woohoo!
I did lose my Root ability..
Oh, and FriendStream is not on.
Speed is also noticeably quicker.
Hi there and thank you so long for your help.
I have a HTC Touch Pro II.
Windows Mobile 6.5
ROM: 1.87.421.0
I also use MS Exchange to download mail from our mail server to my phone.
Will I be able to install Android on my telephone?
I know there will be people who say Android is rubbish because it is not Windows. But, I have only read excellent things about Android here.
Is it like brain surgery to get Android on my phone.
Thanx again.
Deon
I have a HTC Touch Pro II.
Windows Mobile 6.5
ROM: 1.87.421.0
I also use MS Exchange to download mail from our mail server to my phone.
Will I be able to install Android on my telephone?
I know there will be people who say Android is rubbish because it is not Windows. But, I have only read excellent things about Android here.
Is it like brain surgery to get Android on my phone.
Thanx again.
Deon
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I setup exchange faster on Android than on WinMo!!
Head over to forum.xda-developers.com to see if there is a port available for your telephone.
2.1 (Eclair) Update
Hi All,
Just wanted to let you know that I got a call from a very kind employee at Leaf to inform me that they've sent the update to Vodacom / MTN for approval - and that they are confident an O.T.A update will be rolled out in about a week's time.
Hi All,
Just wanted to let you know that I got a call from a very kind employee at Leaf to inform me that they've sent the update to Vodacom / MTN for approval - and that they are confident an O.T.A update will be rolled out in about a week's time.