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All non-Lumia Windows Phones can now be bootloader unlocked
If you've been holding onto a non-Lumia Windows Phone, you can now unlock its bootloader to play around with other OSes! Here's where to start.
If you still own a Windows Phone device and are in any way involved with the modding community, you've probably heard of the Windows Phone Internals tool. One of the best things about the tool is that it can disable SecureBoot on all Lumia Windows Phones, the equivalent of unlocking the bootloader on your typical Android smartphone. For other phones, such as the HTC One M8, it used to be the case that you were out of luck. That's no longer the case, and there's now a way to unlock all Windows Phones, including all Qualcomm based devices.
Microsoft, Qualcomm and Intel: The Windows 10 ARM Dustup
During Computex Microsoft and Qualcomm referred to x86 emulation in Windows 10 ARM, prompting response from Intel. We reach out to them and investigate.
In December 2016 Qualcomm and Microsoft released news that they were going to do something many in mobile didn't expect: Another attempt to get Windows to run on an ARM processor. But the similarities between this new attempt and previous ones marred by the Windows RT release were quickly put to bed.
Microsoft's Debug Mode Flaw and "Golden Key" Leak Allows Disabling of Secure Boot
A recent leak of a "Golden Key" from Microsoft coupled with the presence of a Debug mode has allowed secure boot to be disabled on Windows devices. Read on!
Windows-based OSs are no longer the default and top choice in the mobile scene. The Open Source nature of Android has found many fans in OEMs, and as a result, less and less phones use Windows these days.
A Detailed Tutorial to Flashing WP8/10 on Your Lumia Devices
Ever needed to flash a Windows ROM on your Lumia device? This tutorial will explain how to do so in every detail, from downloading the ROM to installing it.
Ever had a botched system update on your Lumia device, or wanted to downgrade for a reason or another? If so, then you've probably heard that you need to flash back the Windows ROM.
Just yesterday, we talked about how Chrome Apps are making their way to Android and iOS in the form of apps that look and feel like native applications, thanks to the Apache Cordova toolchain. But as many were quick to point out in the comments, Cordova isn't the only game in town when it comes to developing. Rather, existing solutions such as PhoneGap also enable users to create smartphone applications using open web standards such as HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
With all of the (often pointless) sound "tweaks" out there, it's easy to forget that the true sonic upgrades will almost invariably come from output hardware rather than software. And while some software tweaks do actually make a marked improvement on sound quality without sabotaging clarity and neutrality (Elite Recognized Developer Supercurio's Voodoo Sound and the HRTF functionality in DSPManager come to mind), much of the software tweaks are are just glorified bass-heavy equalizers (*cough*Beats*cough*) that would make any true audiophile cringe.
Let's say you have a device from 2009, and at times it seems like it's just a little bit out of date. The latest devices coming out are all competing to become "The Next Big Thing," and this device just doesn't seem to stack up to the competition. And with the latest mobile Operating Systems out there, any device running Windows Mobile 6.5 just seems, well, outdated. But then you realize what device this actually is: It's the Mighty Mouse of devices, the HTC HD2. The same device that has run not only Windows Mobile 6.5, but Windows Phone 7, Android (all versions up to Jelly Bean), Ubuntu and MeeGo of all things.
Remember the good ole' days of XDA when life was simple, and Pocket PCs running Windows Mobile were considered state of the art? After Google disrupted the smartphone industry with the introduction of Android, a lot of developers have gotten to work trying to port the popular open-source OS to their Windows Mobile devices, the most popular result of which can be seen in the form of the immortal HTC HD2.
Windows Mobile just refuses to die. No matter how much Google's Android and Apple's iOS duke it out for market share, there is a small, but dedicated group of individuals who still cling to the aging godfather of mobile operating systems. For these people, we present to you XDA Senior Member Unit ZER0's latest application: Command Line.
One of the most important and vulnerable parts of our devices is the connection port. Be it proprietary or through USB, it not only serves the very important purpose of allowing us to gain root, sync, and transfer files to and from our PC, but it also (in most cases anyways) allows you to charge the device. As time goes by, the ports themselves may start to "lose grip" simply because of all the mechanical strain of pushing the connector in and pulling it out afterwards. When you buy a new device, it may actually be hard to unplug the connector, but it gets quite easier after some time. After the some more time has passed, the connector may not be able to hold the cable in place anymore. If this sounds like something you are going through, XDA Forum Member telmosousa has posted a guide which may help you with your issue.
The Sony Ericsson XPERIA X1 was the first device in the popular XPERIA line. Launched in 2008 as a Windows Mobile 6.1 slider with a 3.2 megapixel camera and a 3 inch screen, the X1 brought with it a shift in Sony Ericsson design. The X1 and it's aptly named Windows Mobile 6.5 sibling, the XPERIA X2, are the only handsets in the XPERIA line that didn't ship with Android. The next Sony release (the XPERIA X8 in 2010) featured the Android 2.1 native operating system.
If you are old enough to remember the great HTC Shift or even better you still have one, this will be of your interest. XDA member djwillis told us about a guide to install the Windows 8 preview on the Shift. According to the source, no part of the installation process is complicated, it mostly came down to installing the right drivers in the right order, so if you follow the instructions it should be ok.
If you haven't checked out Xianpeng's Game Boy Advance emulator for Windows Mobile, XDA forum member #LG# has brought our attention to this great freeware.
For Windows Mobile lovers, XDA member iwfratz posted an update to WiMoSpeed, a good tool to over clock your CPU. As mentioned by the developer, the application lets you change the CPU-speed by manipulating the values WM uses for clock control, which makes the app work reliably on battery and AC without any scripting or active components. It´s important to understand that by using this tool, you may damage your device, so make sure that you know how to proceed.
Hey Windows Mobile users out there! You are still using the second most used operating system around this big community and thus, we have not forgotten about articles for the grandfather of all OS´.
How many of you are having problems with the default GPS application on your device? I bet there are several of us having some issues. XDA member AngelDeath took upon the task to work on current GPS issues and got a script that will improve your actual location. It´s available for 62 countries around the globe and promises to make satellite locks much faster. The developer mentions that the results you get with this script may depend on your ROM, which can make a big difference, as well as your location, and weather. This is working for several devices like Inspire 4G and not only the HD2.
Much has been said about micro SD cards: what is the fastest?, which one is the best? and so on. XDA member drgopoos started a thread where he explains everything about 32GB micro SDHC cards, covering several aspects of their functionality, performance, write speeds and prices. Moreover, the analysis goes into many details normal users may not have in mind when thinking about buying a new SD card. The original poster compiled information found in several threads around the big world of XDA and some external links as well to get as much information compiled in one place as he could.
Who doesn´t remember LEGO building blocks? Certainly, most of us had them when younger or still have them somewhere in your basement. XDA member bad pixel built an adjustable mobile stand (cradle) using LEGO pieces. Originally created for the Nexus One but can fit almost any device, this original cradle will let you place your device with style and originality. The viewing angle can be adjusted according to preference or situation for your gaming pleasure. It is a good and sturdy all-around stand for any mobile on landscape and portrait modes. You can see a video of the cradle holding a N1 as well in the thread.
New clean technologies are just around the corner and soon we won´t need to use wall chargers anymore.
Heres a good application for your Windows Phone 7. XDA member amaric presents GPS Speedometer, with it you will be able to determine your current speed in Kilometers or Miles per hour, altitude in Meters or Feet and the distance made from point to point while recording your max speed. The free version will work for an unlimited time with all the features but it will show ads.