Captivate Developers, Thank you for helping your community get firmware! - Captivate Android Development

See here for the modification required to access the newest download mode: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1206216
In order to revive bricks we need firmware. Samsung has this firmware. We need to get it. Please sign up here at the bottom of the page:
http://www.samsung.com/global/busin...o.do?fmly_id=834&partnum=S5PC110&xFmly_id=229
This is the processor in your phone!
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This software contains:
Application Note
Schematics (SMDKC100)
IBIS model
Board Manual (SMDKC100)
Circuit Design Guide
DNW for USB2.0
Trace32 CMM file
PC Driver for DNW
Test Program
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Please sign up to obtain this great information! You've got nothing to loose. We need this information to continue development. This will also ensure that your captivate can be repurposed as a Linux media server, security camera or whatever when you're done using it as a phone.
Please sign up, Request the information and don't use a personal email as specified on their page.
http://www.samsung.com/global/busin...o.do?fmly_id=834&partnum=S5PC110&xFmly_id=229

Where's Samsung John when you need him?

We need this information. Sign up for a Samsung account please!
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manojsuper said:
I found a couple of the manuals online just by doing a simple search...maybe someone posted the test software as a torrent.
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We have the documentation. We need the software in the official documentation pack.. the SDK.
Post that you did your part and signed up to request information.

I've thrown my hat in the ring - I'll post back if anything comes of it.

I don't have an email that will get access but do you thinkwe could trick them with something like this?
http://dottech.org/freebies/5325/how-to-get-your-own-custom-email-address-for-free/
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Coldskiesfullofblue said:
I don't have an email that will get access but do you thinkwe could trick them with something like this?
http://dottech.org/freebies/5325/how-to-get-your-own-custom-email-address-for-free/
Sent from my SGH-I897 using XDA Premium App
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No, you'd need to set up an email server too. However trying with a personal account is better then nothing.

While I'm waiting, I just had a quick question:
As part of the registration/request process, you have to check the product you want information about. If I check the S5PC110, it says, "We are preparing the information on your selected product. It will be ready as soon as possible." in the downloadable file list.
However, the other models, like the S5PC100, have multiple options available (application notes, ibis models, dnw for USB 2.0, etc).
I'm sure the answer is probably no, but I'll ask anyway - is it possible that the software isn't being distributed to anyone at all, not just that those who are registering are being denied?

jmtheiss said:
While I'm waiting, I just had a quick question:
As part of the registration/request process, you have to check the product you want information about. If I check the S5PC110, it says, "We are preparing the information on your selected product. It will be ready as soon as possible." in the downloadable file list.
However, the other models, like the S5PC100, have multiple options available (application notes, ibis models, dnw for USB 2.0, etc).
I'm sure the answer is probably no, but I'll ask anyway - is it possible that the software isn't being distributed to anyone at all, not just that those who are registering are being denied?
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I don't know. I do know that I requested both because they are both valuable for the S5PC110. The S5PCxxx series is pretty close together, the S5PC100 runs at 600 mhz instead of 1000 mhz. pretty much the entire Cortex A8 series is the same.

I am trying with my Itt Tech student account. We will see if that works.

I just signed up using my company e-mail address. I am not sure if it will work but I will let you know.

Registered using my student email address. Let see if that works. Will post here the response.
BTW, Good work Adam!

Guys, get on this... we need a copy of the firmware!
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Uart negotiation Error
Secure Fail Error
I'm uploading but it's not the RIGHT upload!

what is the "target set maker"
Just requested info.

I am so lost

Will try with a .mil address. What are target set maker and application? Don't want to put something stupid.
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kb9nvh said:
what is the "target set maker"
Just requested info.
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darkfalz said:
Will try with a .mil address. What are target set maker and application? Don't want to put something stupid.
Sent from my SGH-I897 using XDA App
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Target set maker would be something like "My Company".... Application would be "cell phone" or "TV".

Looks like round one for me was a no-go. Time to sign up again under a different name and see if I get any further.

I tried, and it didn't work for me either.

I've tried with all 4 of my email addresses. I have not received a response yet. It has been over 24 hours... Someone, somewhere, must have this software.. The best thing we can do is try and hope that they accept our requests.

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[DEAD AND BURRIED] WM6 SIP Config Tool - [V2.0.1 Out Now]

Dead and Burried
I have requested that this thread be locked and used only as archive.
It has come about becuse people simply can't read and i have lost the motivation to release the next version of this tool.
I wish to that the people that did provide some feed back and could keep on topic (all be the minimal).
And excessive PMs will not be answered.
I will still drop in and maby release bug releases.
We will see how it all pans out.
Cheers
Shaun​
Current Released Version 2.0.1
PLEASE NOT THIS IS NOT A GENRERAL SIP QUESTIONS THREAD. THAT CAN BE FOUND HERE
THIS IS FOR SIP CONFIG TOOL PROBLEMS ONLY.
License
Due to all the stuff that has gone down with the release of custels latest tool.
I have decided to put a license on this. Just covers my ase from ppl ripping off the tool.
It still lets everyone else distribute and use.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 License.
Cheers to all that do the right thing
New Name...
Now that the "tool" does more (see below) i changed the name.
Whats New...
Version 2.0.1 contains the following updates:
Code Modularisation (Helps me not you : P)
Loads Current Config From Device
Enable & Disable SIP over 3G/GSM
This version addresses the bug that was had by some people when loading the config files for the first time from their devices.
What about ....
I wasn't able to get all i wanted in this version.
There will be a update (2.5) soon.
This will have the save to File, that way you can all share your config files. This will be without pass of course.
Its Broken ...
Any bugs please post in forum, with screenshot is possible.
Whats next...
A today plugin to switch.
You will be able to select configs from a cache.
These will the switch on your config screen
Dialplans
This is also on the list to attack.
Credit where credit it due...
Wish to thank every one who has contributed in the Voip Thread with out your knowledge i could not have made the app, but still feel free to throw me a donation, dosn't have to eb big but if every one throws in 5 bucks it sure mounts up. May also give me the kick i need to keep going.
What does it look like.....
Here are some screeners for you.
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OMG This tool is the best, saves me so much time!
IF thats what your thinking how about a small DONATION. It all helps and gotta supply me coffee :S
Well done
@Shaun33
Great work. I downloaded it, not tested jet, but it will work for sure.
Thank you to fulfill the request!!!!!
wow! great work.
I already have a working cab but i wish this was around when I was trying to first make it - good work - I'm sure a lot of people will really appreciate this! Now if only we can get one to configure and edit dialing plans
First findings...
Hi Shaun33,
Thanks a lot ! It's really a great initiative from you to write (and, mainly, make it available for everybody) such a program ! I have gave it a try, and have notice some small bugs, or better put, behavings not according to what I was expecting. Here are my first findings:
1. Not properly an error. Just an improvement, perhaps: I had already a Voip provision working on my device. So, it would be nice if the application could read the provision file, and bring its contents to the screen, beforehand. So, users could make small corrections only, in case their provisions were not working properly before.
2. This seems to be a bug, though: as I have not seen my provision on the screen, as stated above, I've decided to exit the program without making any changes, for what I have tapped the soft button "Exit", many times, but the application has kept running. I've had to kill its corresponding proccess to stop it.
Hope this post might help improving your your great application further. I'll try to keep you informed.
Thanks again !
Carlos
feature request
nice and useful app. thanks.
adding "dialplan editing" feature would be great.
in fact it would make the app complete.
following post would be helpful in this :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=1224031&postcount=454
Definatly, adding a dialing format editor would rock!
something along the lines of
Code:
+nn (nnnn) nnnnnn
where '+' is the international dialing code (replaced by 00)
'(' and ')' are alphanumerical characters expected
n is any numerical digit
' ' is a whitespace between other values
just to enter a simple string rather than \D{2}-\? etc...etc...
The exit button will be fixed.
How could i miss that .
The Dialplan is going to happen.
Im aiming for something like asterisk
07XXXXXXXX will match 0711111111 - 0799999999
As i said version 1.
reading the settings from the OS is a little harder then coding it... As the API is one way...
still looking
fantastic work, much appreciated
Shaun
Thanks for producing this great timesaver. Even in its V1 form it's already WAY more convenient than having to fiddle with _setup.xml, cabarc, etc.
I look forward to seeing your version that can save and load configurations and dialplans.
Thanks again
G
walshieau said:
reading the settings from the OS is a little harder then coding it... As the API is one way...
still looking
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Have now worked out how to query provision files so this will be included soon. Will have a load feature (from File & Device).
Work Perfectly ! You are a boss !
Thank
Ps: if you possible to add in your soft, the region ( ex: USA) to modify automatique ipdialplan !
fantastic work, much appreciated.
Will test it with Dutty's rom
Shaun33, this simple little program is going to save a lot of people a lot of headaches. May I include this in my WM6BE ROM?
Hello,
Anyway to get the same cab that works on HTC VOX with WM6 ?
jwzg said:
Shaun33, this simple little program is going to save a lot of people a lot of headaches. May I include this in my WM6BE ROM?
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Your most welcome to, when are you building the rom i am aiming to write v2 soon.
But you can always update it later
senutan said:
Hello,
Anyway to get the same cab that works on HTC VOX with WM6 ?
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This should work on any device running WM6. It just pushes a WM6 provisioning file from memory to the device.
this utility is a gem. awesome mate - thanks.
V2 Out Now
V2 Out Now
Please only post bug releases once !!! (and in english )

[App]Cinemo - Movie Showtimes for HTC Touch Pro/Diamond

Cinemo is an application I wrote to provide showtimes for movies in your area. It uses the KListControl (written by gingercat and modified by myself) to provide (hopefully) easy to use controls.
Update - Beta 2 Release 3
I have just finished testing the new build which features a reworked interface as well as a few more features including:
Lost some weight
Critics Scores from Yahoo Movies
User Scores from Yahoo Movies(when available)
View movies by theater
Better source for movie showtimes(Yahoo Movies)
Overall faster interface(I think)
-Release 2:
More reliable movie posters
Should not crash when showtimes are unavailable
Canadian showtimes are available but you must enter the postal code into the text box via the QWERTY or copy and paste.
-Release 3
Fixed an issue where the application would crash if Yahoo Movies had no information for a zip code.
Coming in the next update:
1. GPS Location
2. Cinemo Scoring(Vote if you liked a movie or not + See average score from other people)
3. Send showtimes via SMS/Email/MMS to contacts
And long term goals:
1. View Trailers
2. Metacritic Scores(waiting on approval from them)
The new Interface:
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Theater List:
Viewing movies by theater:
Movie details with critics and users scores:
Download here:
Looks like a great prog - does it require .NET 3x? Or is it a standalone app?
Would it possible to set "preferred" theatres? There are some theaters I would always like to see listed first.
will this only work in the states?
So I'm assuming this here is an example of the stereotype of People who call themselves 'American', but actually mean a citizen of the USA, and forgetting anything outside its borders? Or Canada if prompted by someone else.
Aside from that,
which cinemas does it work for? only sepcific chains of cinemas or all?
suggest IMDb would be a better rating if possible?
suggest a favourite cinema search?
EDIT: I just noticed that you have two threads for this app which will be a bit difficult to keep track of, also I would suggest it goes into the General forum area and not the diamond or raphael as it's not specific to either device.
bbobeckyj said:
So I'm assuming this here is an example of the stereotype of People who call themselves 'American', but actually mean a citizen of the USA, and forgetting anything outside its borders? Or Canada if prompted by someone else.
Aside from that,
which cinemas does it work for? only sepcific chains of cinemas or all?
suggest IMDb would be a better rating if possible?
suggest a favourite cinema search?
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It currently works only in the United States and Canada. A good way to check to see if it works for you is to visit http://movies.yahoo.com and enter your postal code. If it returns movies in your area, this application will work for you.
As to the griping that it doesn't work anywhere else...feel free to write your own app if you feel this one is beneath you.
danielgary said:
It currently works only in the United States and Canada. A good way to check to see if it works for you is to visit http://movies.yahoo.com and enter your postal code. If it returns movies in your area, this application will work for you.
As to the griping that it doesn't work anywhere else...feel free to write your own app if you feel this one is beneath you.
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I was simply making the point that you're reinforcing American stereotypes, and suggesting that a little more info in the first post would be helpfull. Such as saying- 'it simply reads the data from http://movies.yahoo.com and is USA only' which would be helpfull to would be users. After posting I noticed in the other thread someone asked the question - 'is it USA only?'
I have only one cinema within reasonable driving distance, they send me a weekly email. I have no use for your app. I was just trying to be helpfull by suggesting a more user friendly thread and app.
looks like a great program. i've installed it on my touch diamond but i can't bring up my on-screen keyboard to input my canadian postal code :[
orange_crush said:
looks like a great program. i've installed it on my touch diamond but i can't bring up my on-screen keyboard to input my canadian postal code :[
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If you need to get a canadian postal code into the app, I suggest writing it in notes or a text, copy it, then paste it into the box by holding the stylus on the textbox til the context menu pops up. I know its cumbersome, and I am working on a different input method...but that should do it.
An alternative method, if you are feeling adventuresome and have a text editor. You can open up "Program Files\Cinemo\Cinemo.exe.config" and edit the location in there.
I know its inconvenient for Diamond users at the moment. I hope to come up with a better solution soon.
ah! the first method was a no-go, the context menu doesnt show up for the text box. editing the config file worked fine though
UK
I like the look of this so I am moving to America, But seriously can the functionality be extended? maybe the link below could be added as a source for us folks in the UK that would like to use this.
http://uk.movies.yahoo.com/
or even http://fr.movies.yahoo.com/
Movie Description
First off I think that this is a great program. It does exactly what it should and quickly. I was hoping that you could add some sort of brief movie desription for each movie. This would be the only thing that I would like to see added. Thanks again for a great little app!
This is a GREAT app.
Quick, minor suggestions:
Some minor plot or other general info might be nice
Would love to have rotten tomatoes numbers
For some reason, it won't pull in all the theaters in my area. Is there a number limit on theaters?
Would be very cool to integrate with GPS to tell local theaters depending on location (i know this is hard)
Great contribution to winmo community!
uniqueboy said:
I like the look of this so I am moving to America, But seriously can the functionality be extended? maybe the link below could be added as a source for us folks in the UK that would like to use this.
http://uk.movies.yahoo.com/
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I'm working on something similar for the UK actually. It's early days, but I'll throw up a test version when done. Unfortunately my development for today is stopping due to a small bug i'd put in meaning my pc made too many requests to Yahoo while debugging and they have banned me with a 999 error for a few hours!
jmbillings said:
I'm working on something similar for the UK actually. It's early days, but I'll throw up a test version when done. Unfortunately my development for today is stopping due to a small bug i'd put in meaning my pc made too many requests to Yahoo while debugging and they have banned me with a 999 error for a few hours!
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That is some interesting news I am glad to hear of your development and sad to hear yahoo are pissing you off. I for one will definitely make use of your app. Roll on.
Do you have any plans to support other resolutions (QVGA, WVGA)? Looks like an awesome app as far as I can tell on my Titan. (Yeah, I know what forum I'm in )
there is a way for italians users? thanks for great application my friend.
any chance to get support for the HTC Touch? The buttons are too big and the right one isn't accessible for me.
thanks man this app looks promising... i look foreward to more updates in the future
Anyone know why this app no longer works?

[APP][PRJ] Hydros Sync Center [Replace Active Sync]

HYDROS SYNC CENTER
Hello people. I have just released the Hydros Sync Center 4.5. In this version, it is completly redesigned in the code due to a major bug which was causing other problems with the program. Hopefully to those of you who had the bugs before, you won't have anymore from now on. Although the code has changed dramatically, please keep in mind that this is a free application so I do not plan on making a User Guide (also because it is quite easy to use). Below, I have listed the new hanges in this program from the previous 4.0 build. One of the main features about this is that it now includes the "delete song" feature (which may seem weird to include it at this point but it took nearly 4 hours of coding and tought to make this work the way I wanted it to). If you would like to donate to me for my hard work, please click on the link in my signature and I will gladly accept any amount
* Delete Song
*New Playlist
*New and updated code
*Delete Playlist
*New Installer
*No hassle about where to install
*Rom Updater has been changed (in code)
Link To Download (Any Architecture should work except Intel Itanium)
http://www.mediafire.com/?tdmnz2umjnj
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https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webs...bn=PP-DonationsBF:btn_donate_SM.gif:NonHosted
Will you make an open beta? I am verry interessted in your tool.
interested in looking at this as well.
Donate
Asking money for a half-way app is not my kind of thing. Your message seems to me more like an advertisement than a contribution to this forum. Maybe I'm wrong, but your first statement in this thread is asking for money instead of explaining your contribution. Apologies when I'm wrong, but this is not the way I would do it.
are we going to see something this year ?
ceesheim said:
are we going to see something this year ?
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Sorry let me update the Main package, It is free, because we dont like it and are starting from sctrach
BlackBull said:
Will you make an open beta? I am verry interessted in your tool.
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Just did, its update
ibangugroov said:
interested in looking at this as well.
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Sorry i havent checked this page for a long time
kuzibri said:
Asking money for a half-way app is not my kind of thing. Your message seems to me more like an advertisement than a contribution to this forum. Maybe I'm wrong, but your first statement in this thread is asking for money instead of explaining your contribution. Apologies when I'm wrong, but this is not the way I would do it.
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Im not asking....
thats quick, I did ask this year and 2 days later it is here.
because we dont like it and are starting from sctrach
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what is it you don't like it looks real good to me.
not able to install
I have an Intel Atom proc and it will not install.
edit: and windows 7 (X86) Ultimate.
on an asus eee 1000h.
it will not run on win 7
Ill look into that, but go to this site, there is a thread about it. http://www.lg-incite.com/index.php?topic=3486.0
thanks man I am downloading beta 4.7(from the other treat ) now and look if it is ok .
if it still not work i report it here .
tanks in advance.
Looks great. thanks
Did this program sync also contact, task... with outlook or just media files?
I think the 4.7 build is corrupted it is only a file and it is only 50 Mb.
in the file is a broken .msi (only half the file).
Edit: can you upload it on another place ( rapidshare,Hotfile).
thanks a bunch for the tests. I will reupload it again to another site.
I didnt even know that this thread was alive still. If you want info on Hydros sync center, please visit me own site at hydros.exofire.net. There, there is a forum and a blog, you can comment there. i would appreciate if you also send me your email so i can add you to mailing list.
thanks for looking here but I have 1 question how is the owner of the App
1:Topic Starter (kingfarmer)
2:rkrishnan2012
my name is Rohit Krishnan and i am the developer of this program. If you would like to speak to me, please visit the site at hydros.exofire.net.
I have made an account at your website end i have made a treat there
so does it only handle media or does it also sync PIM?
is it based on activesync or totally independant? 1 interesting feauture would be to sync with Thunderbird/Lightning

[Guide]Activate Via Chat(with proof)

THIS SHOULD WORK FOR USA, I ACTIVATED LIKE 4 HD2'S WITH THIS METHOD...IT ALSO WORKS FOR OTHER COUNTRIES, SURF THROUGH THIS THREAD TO FIND OUT WHICH ONES
JUST ACTIVATED MY SECOND FOURTH HD2....
http://support.microsoft.com/contactus/cu_sc_selector_chat?ws=support#
CLICK ON Product Sales, General Inquiries and Genuine Advantage Questions
TELL EM YOU GOT A HD7(IMPORTANT)
PROTIP
YES GIVE THEM YOUR REAL INFO
NOT LIKE THEIR GONNA SEND GOONS TO YOUR HOUSE TO CHECK IT
THEY ARE JUST REGISTERING YOU
ALSO FIRST TIME I ACTIVATED BY CALLING EM...THIS IS THE SECOND TIME VIA CHAT(HURR DURR)
PS: You need to edit the registry of your phone to make it an HD7.... their are a lot of other threads about that(Xap Touch Explorer etc...)
LE PROOF
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The reason he is like "I'd be happy to assist you with your WP7 phones is cause I filled out the little before chat questionnaire about my problem".
Nooooo my hd2 died =[, time to RMA(3/11/2011)
lol, I already got my code but something is bothering me, What is the word you scrambled at the 9th line from bottom ?
"Did the product key work on your end, ***** ?"
Nope, Just curious
Edit ::
Got it, your name
kawazaki said:
lol, I already got my code but something is bothering me, What is the word you scrambled at the 9th line from bottom ?
"Did the product key work on your end, ***** ?"
Nope, Just curious
Edit ::
Got it, your name
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bingo -> name
hmm did you chat with them while their call support was open?
Because ever time i try to get my key they just tell me to call their support. As the person i talked to didnt have the tools to generate a key.
Also what reason did you choose for contacting microsoft?
Can confirm that this method works for other countries too. Got my key through US chat and was not asked where I'm from. You also don't need to say the model name of your device, "htc" will be quite ok.
What reason did you choose for contacting microsoft as they keep telling me to call their phone support
--__-- said:
What reason did you choose for contacting microsoft as they keep telling me to call their phone support
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I only wrote that my phone asks for an activation key when I'm trying to connect to the market. The agent was quite happy about helping me activating my phone and asked for my name, phone number an device brand. After a short time i got my code and the agent disconnected.
worked for me on my first try, keep trying
pteradactyle said:
JUST ACTIVATED MY SECOND HD2....
I also mistakenly posted this in the HD2 general forum, anyways thats already like page 3 so w/e
IDK about other countries so for right now this is for USA only....
http://support.microsoft.com/contactus/cu_sc_selector_chat?ws=support#
CLICK ON Product Sales, General Inquiries and Genuine Advantage Questions
TELL EM YOU GOT A HD7(IMPORTANT)
PROTIP
YES GIVE THEM YOUR REAL INFO
NOT LIKE THEIR GONNA SEND GOONS TO YOUR HOUSE TO CHECK IT
THEY ARE JUST REGISTERING YOU
ALSO FIRST TIME I ACTIVATED BY CALLING EM...THIS IS THE SECOND TIME VIA CHAT(HURR DURR)
PS: You need to edit the registry of your phone to make it an HD7.... their are a lot of other threads about that(Xap Touch Explorer etc...)
LE PROOF
The reason he is like "I'd be happy to assist you with your WP7 phones is cause I filled out the little before chat questionnaire about my problem".
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Not only for the USA. Also for Portugal
Told them that portuguese microsoft support could not generate the key and BAMMMM, got one
I've used the dutch chat support, literally took me 1 minute to get my activation code.
This process worked perfectly for me. It did take three attemps before I got an agent that would provide a key but now I have an activated WP7 phone.
thanks 4 this guide! works for me just fine <--- germany
i've took my code without problem by calling Microsoft France
if don't work the chat you can copy the link in google translate!
anyone tried for italy?
EDIT: they gave it to me without any problem
Just got my key via Livechat.....good stuff
Scored a key from UK.
I found when selecting the reason for contacting if i selected product key they wouldn't give one out, but when i selected general inquiries i got one first time.
01dabreoo said:
Scored a key from UK.
I found when selecting the reason for contacting if i selected product key they wouldn't give one out, but when i selected general inquiries i got one first time.
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UK worked for me. I asked 'To use LIVE services please enter activation key. How can i unlock these features?'
Worked for me
So they dont even ask you for a serial number or phone-key or anything?
They just give you a code?
I can't see how they can tell its a genuine WP7 phone just by your SIM phone number?
Why do you need to change the registry then?
Do you need a SIM in your phone to activate this?
I don't have a SIM in my at the moment...
Where do you guys go when you chat with MS?
I've tried the link as described in an early post , but there's no chat available...
I have no way now.Since they don't gave me the code.I got hurt when they said Please contact the reseller or the phone manufacturer.They knew that there is no way of getting the code from phone manufacturer or reseller.They had ask me that Are you located in Cambodia? I said sure.
Windows Phone 7 sold world wide and should get support world wide.Poor me.

[Q] What does each OTA update give us?

Before anyone starts the flaming because they live on XDA and remember a thread or two that may have mentioned this, I did search the entire A500 forum with a variety of different parameters to no avail.
Is there a changelog of some sort (preferably direct from Acer) that tells us what is in each OTA update? I see that some of the ROM chefs are updating their ROMs with the new v3.2.1 release, and even though I've read pretty much all those ROM threads, all I see are people stating things like, "The stock browser seems smoother" or "Battery life seems to have improved", but there doesn't seem to be anything concrete.
I'm the type who wants to know if an update will actually be useful for me, because if it doesn't really affect me then I don't want to go to all the typical trouble of updating the base of the ROM I'm currently using, etc.
I think I'm asking for too much, because we can't even get Acer to tell us when they're going to release updates -- they definitely don't seem interested in telling us what's in them.
internetpilot said:
Before anyone starts the flaming because they live on XDA and remember a thread or two that may have mentioned this, I did search the entire A500 forum with a variety of different parameters to no avail.
Is there a changelog of some sort (preferably direct from Acer) that tells us what is in each OTA update? I see that some of the ROM chefs are updating their ROMs with the new v3.2.1 release, and even though I've read pretty much all those ROM threads, all I see are people stating things like, "The stock browser seems smoother" or "Battery life seems to have improved", but there doesn't seem to be anything concrete.
I'm the type who wants to know if an update will actually be useful for me, because if it doesn't really affect me then I don't want to go to all the typical trouble of updating the base of the ROM I'm currently using, etc.
I think I'm asking for too much, because we can't even get Acer to tell us when they're going to release updates -- they definitely don't seem interested in telling us what's in them.
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The only way I've found is to decrypt each update, and have a look to see what they've updated.
If you look around, some people have posted their updates on Mega, and multiupload. If you wait for Acer to give you an update log, you may be waiting until h3ll freezes over lol
You know, that's a million dollar question
I can tell you what they "do" give you... a 35% chance you'll brick your tab.
They claim minor security features and a UI update. But not a lot of other info running around, except bricked tabs
I do what kjy2010 does. I look at the files they are changing, I Google, and read up what others are saying. So, your post I think is a good question, so how does anyone really know?
TD
Alright, I decided to go straight to the source and get right to the bottom of this question once and for all. (yeah, right)
So I go to the Acer Support site, input all of my information, specifically including my full physical home address, as well as the serial # for my A500, asked the question, and this is the fountain of information that I received back:
Thank you for contacting Acer America. My name is ****, badge number GWSI####. I'll be happy to assist you.
I understand that you have a concern regarding the Android update.
Christopher, in order to assist you better and to ensure you receive full support for the product that you own, we would like to have the serial number of tablet. We recommend you verify the correct serial number which is a 22 or 13 alphanumeric character or 11 digit SNID number.
There is no physical label with the serial number on the Iconia Tab A500 or A501, but there is a label with the tablet's SNID number on the underside of the MicroSD/SIM card cover. Also, both the serial number and the SNID number can be found in the tablet's menus. To locate both the serial and SNID numbers, simply follow the steps below:
- From the Home Screen, tap on Apps, and then Settings.
- Tap on About Tablet, and then Device Information.
While checking the serial number, please ensure that you are not getting confused with the characters such as "0" (zero), "O" and "D".
We would also recommend you to confirm whether you bought the system from US or Canada.
With this information we would be in a better position to help you.
For further clarifications please feel free to visit our web site http://support.acer.com/
Thank you for contacting Acer.
Have a great day!
Respectfully,
Acer America
Online Technical Support
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...sigh...
Really? You really can't point me to a changelog for your OS updates, but you expect me to just blindly download and install them? Really? Oh, I *AM* sending them my serial # again, as well as my location information again, because I can't wait to see what their answer will be after they're done jerking me around in a circle.
I feel like I just got the Jedi mindtrick answer:
Acer: (wave hand) "You don't need to know what is changed in the OS updates."
Me: "Uh...I don't need to know what is changed in the OS updates."
Acer: (wave hand) "You will just download the updates anyway."
Me: "Uh...I'll just download the updates anyway."
Acer: (wave hand) "You just need to buy a whole new Acer tablet."
Me: "Uh...I just need a whole new Acer tablet."
I just had to go look at my A500 again to make sure it didn't have an Apple logo on it.
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nah, if it had an apple logo it wouldn't have any of its glorious ports, and you wouldn't be able to ROM
Have you considered broadening your search a little? 3.2 to 3.2.1 isn't just Acer software updates, its full os changes. I'd recommend looking at ASOP ROMs for different tabs, or maybe in the Xoom forum (its basically a nexus), or something, like that, seeing what those changelogs are.
You may turn up nothing, idk. But I'm sure theres an official os change log somewhere. The a500 runs afaik unmodified honeycomb.

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