Many users specifically install firmware without a proprietary shell - Sense - on their HTC smartphones in order to free up more memory, get rid of brakes, install other launchers. But there are those who like HTC Sense and you can understand them, because the shell from HTC is rightfully considered the best interface from the manufacturer of Android devices. In this post, we'll take a look at the most The best way get on your HTC Desire custom firmware from latest version HTC Sense, which is used on the top HTC Sensation series smartphones (Original, XL, XE) - Runnymede and RuHD.

Runnymede AIO Firmware

It is the most popular custom firmware with Sense shell for HTC Desire. Thanks to the huge community on xda and programmers with direct hands, the firmware really boggles the mind with the beauty of Sense 3.5 and the speed of work.

Peculiarities Runnymede for Desire:

  • The firmware is based on the official HTC Sensation XL firmware 1.22.461.2 : Android 2.3.5 with shell HTC Sense 3.5
  • Full version of Sense 3.5 including everything 3D widgets and effects.
  • RCMix3D Tweaks: special settings menu for lockscreen, statusbar, processor and system tweaks and many other system settings.
  • Built-in App2SD to transfer any application to the card
  • Deodexed & zip aligned
  • init.d support
  • Complete system optimization for best performance with all Sense 3.5 effects
  • Multilingual
  • The ability to configure unlocking and wakeups by pressing the trackpad.
  • Superuser 3.0.7
  • Possibility fine tuning processor power and frequency (Daemon controller, IncrediControl)
  • Graphic touch installer
  • Beat Audio

Video presentation of the firmware Runnymede for HTC Desire

Requirements Runnymede for HTC Desire

Installation Runnymede for HTC Desire

  • Make sure that your Desire meets all the requirements described above, they are all required for the correct operation of Runnymede (partition table, s-off, ext partition), if you are installing custom firmware for the first time and are not confident in your abilities, you .
  • Runnymede-
  • Install .zip from SD card in recovery)
  • The graphical installer will load, follow the instructions on the screen

RuHD Firmware

The RuHD firmware for HTC Desire is essentially a domestic modification or version of Runnymede, some goodies have been added, something has been removed, tweaks and scripts from domestic craftsmen have been added.

RuHD Features for Desire:

  • Android 2.3.5 and HTC Sense 3.5
  • Beat bass & Cloud
  • Works in WiFi networks N
  • Integration with HTCSense.com
  • All languages ​​except English and Russian have been removed, Russian translation has been improved wherever possible.
  • Installation completely in / system (free memory - 15mb), does not require ext partition
  • The firmware includes su, busybox, terminfo, passwd and group
  • hosts are set to clipping ads (no need to put third party applications AdFree, etc.)
  • APP2SD+- the ability to transfer applications to a memory card (need ext partition!)
  • Optimized boot, sqlite defrag at startup, zipallign
  • Availability of processor profiles
  • Support OTA updates and installing firmware additions of one branch
  • Additional RuHD settings menu - system tweaks, processor controls, advanced interface settings (similar to the RCMix3D Tweaks menu in Runnymede)

RuHD Requirements for Desire:

  • Desirable, but required: S-OFF, ext-partition on the map
  • The latest version of the radio module (available on the firmware website, you can flash it after installing the firmware)

Installing RuHD for Desire:

  • Make sure that your Desire meets all the requirements described above, all of them are required for the correct operation of RuHD, if you are installing custom firmware for the first time and are not confident in your abilities, you.
  • Back up your data (for example with )
  • If you are switching from another firmware, then before starting you need to do a full wipe! (full wipe - data\factory reset in recovery)
  • If you want to update the version RuHD- clean cache and dalvik cache, / system and / boot through recovery
  • Download the firmware from the links above, put the zip archive in the root of the card and flash from the recovery ( Install .zip from SD card in recovery)
  • Follow the instructions on the screen

Conclusion

Both firmwares are very high quality and stable, great for everyday use. The main and perhaps the only drawback of both firmwares is excessive power consumption, but this, of course, is a fee for all the Sense 3.5 chips, compared to other custom firmware for Desire without Sense (for example), the batteries last 10-15% less. But on the other hand, the speed of both firmwares is on top, the developers really managed to achieve almost perfect smoothness and speed of work.

Best firmware for HTC Desire with Sense shell - Runnymede and RuHD:
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How to flash HTC Desire?





HTC Desire is a communicator (smartphone) with operating Android system. It was developed by HTC. Let's talk in more detail about how to flash HTC Desire in various ways.

Preparing for the firmware

Firmware is a replacement or update software phone to a new one. Phone firmware is the same as reinstalling Windows on the personal computer. For successful firmware, you must perform the following steps:

  • To obtain superuser rights (root rights) on the unrevoked.com website, download the Unrevoked program. Root rights are a special account in UNIX systems. The owner of such an account can perform all operations without exception.
  • Run the downloaded program and select the "Hboot Driver" file. Then follow the instructions to install the HBOOT driver. Download drivers for self installation You can visit unrevoked.com.
  • Next, you need to disable Desire and enable it on the HBOOT system. This can be done using the Power and Volume Down buttons. Press them at the same time.
  • Then the smartphone must be connected to the PC using USB cable. We wait until the inscription HBOOT USB PLUG appears, and go to the "Device Manager". Right click mouse click on android device 1.0 and select the "Update Drivers" section.
  • Click on "Search for drivers on this computer". Next, you need to select the folder into which the drivers were unpacked.
  • Exit the HBOOT menu. The Volume Up, Volume Down buttons (move through the menu items) and the Enter button will help you with this.
  • AT normal mode Start your smartphone and turn on USB Debugging mode.

If you installed HTC app Sync, remove it, but leave the drivers. Next, launch Unrevoked and connect your device to the PC. Give your consent to the requested information. After that, wait. The device will reboot, and as a result, “Unrevoked 3 Painless root and reflash” should appear.

How to flash HTC Desire: the main part

The procedure will be as follows: first download the firmware. You can download it on the site w3bsit3-dns.com. Recommended firmwares are RuHD and InsertCoin.

Next, you need to clear all user data. To do this, in the device menu, select "Settings" -\u003e "Privacy" -\u003e "Data reset". You can also do this using the firmware recovery mode. To do this, go to the Recovery menu, select the "Wipe data / factory reset -\u003e" Yes "section. Due to this, the firmware modules will not match.

How to install firmware file for HTC Desire?

  • From the Recovery menu, select the "install zip from sd-card" file. Disable or enable signature verification (Clockwork) if necessary.
  • Next, find the firmware zip, select it and run it.
  • When the installation is completed, you will see the inscription “Installation completed”. Reboot your smartphone and wait for the download to begin.

The firmware usually lasts about fifteen to thirty minutes. As a result, you should get new version Android.

How to expand memory for applications?

The phone firmware itself takes a lot free space. In order to download various applications, your smartphone may not have enough free memory. In this case, it will help you special program. For this:

  • Download the "ROM Manager" program from the "Market" and run it.
  • Next, find the item "Create partitions on the SD card." Select the size of the ext partition.
  • The device should reboot and the partition will be created.

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Recently on site developer.htc.com appeared official firmware for HTC Desire. This upgrade to version Android 2.3 Gingerbread although it is available for download to anyone, it is not available from the update menu in the smartphone itself. This is due to the fact that Desire has a rather small amount of memory and the developers do not recommend updating to 2.3 ordinary users. Not included in the updated firmware background pictures, the Facebook app and some programs HTC Sense.

1. Preparing the smartphone for firmware.

The first thing to do is save contacts to a memory card. To do this, click on the screen "Telephone", go to the address book (where all contacts are displayed) and press the hard button menu. From the menu that appears on the screen, select "Import Export" and choose "Export to SD card" and get the file on a flash drive "pcsc_pcsc_00001.vcf" or another type with extension. vcf file.

We copy all data from the SD card to a computer, just in case, because photos and possibly others are stored there required files. We format the SD card to delete all data that is no longer needed on the card. After all, all programs will have to be reinstalled, and they will create directories on the card for themselves. We go "Setting" — "Device Memory" — "Remove memory card" — "Erase SD Card".

Resetting HTC Desire before initial settings, then all installed applications will naturally disappear, but all possible free space in the memory of the device itself will immediately be released on the phone and there will be no problems if free space is required during the firmware. Therefore, we go to "Settings", Further "Device Memory" and the lowest point will be "Reset factory settings". After the reset, I got 136 megabytes of free space.

2. Download the firmware.

Well, of course, you need the firmware itself, download it either from our website at this link - or from the official HTC website.

After downloading the archive, we see 4 files:

  • Flashlight_signed_07072011.apk- torch
  • teeter_signed_07072011.apk- ball game
  • htc_wallpaper.zip- background images (archived)
  • - the firmware itself (in the archive)

Because Android 2.3.3 takes up more space, then the standard programs (a flashlight and a toy with a ball), as well as “wallpapers” were removed by the HTC developers from the firmware and made as separate applications that can be installed if you still need them.

I'll run ahead and say that after resetting to factory settings, the previous android 2.2 (official update) on my HTC Desire, freed up 136 megabytes. After flashing to 2.3.3, there were 128 megabytes of free space. I think you will not be afraid of the loss of 8 megabytes of free space, because now almost all applications can move to an SD card.

3. What is needed?

Find and unpack the firmware itself ( HTC Desire Android 2.3 Upgrade.zip). There are 2 files inside PDF instructions and EXE which is a self-extracting installer, after launching which, the firmware and flasher are unpacked into a temporary folder and automatically launched.

Let's see what the instructions recommend. The first point is advised by the characteristics of the PC on which the firmware will be produced. At least a gigahertz processor, 512 MB of memory or more, 150 megabytes of free disk space and USB 2.0. operating room Windows system, ranging from XP Home to 7 Ultimate.

4. Connecting and setting up HTC Desire for firmware

Install HTC Sync if you haven't installed it yet. If installed, but not running, then run. Download HTC Sync you can from this site, by reference - or from saya.

We connect your HTC Desire USB cable to the computer, select synchronization on the display. If everything goes well, then HTC Sync on the computer will see the device. I recommend connecting to system unit, since when I connected to the USB hub in the monitor, I got an error during the firmware ( ERROR : USB CONNECTION ERROR), which reports wrong connection or problems with the drivers.

We check that your computer will not fall into sleep mode when idle and after a certain number of minutes. Well, I also advise you to remove the inclusion of the screensaver. We close everything extra programs on the computer.

Disable the screen lock. We go to "Settings" — "Safety" — "Change blocking method" or ( "Set up screen lock") — "Unprotect".

Check the battery level (V official instructions recommend not less than 30%). We go "Settings" — "About phone" — "Battery".

We launch the flash driver, the file " RUU_HTC Desire Android 2.3 Upgrade (Gingerbread).exe»

Attention! Do not forget to save all data from your phone (contacts and files from the memory card). Do a factory reset and clean the memory card. And remember that after flashing all your data and settings will be reset.

The flashing time takes about 10 minutes, do not pull out the cable from the phone or computer, do not press the buttons on the phone and it is not recommended to use the computer, wait until the end of the procedure.

5. Update HTC Desire to Android 2.3 Gingerbread (flash driver instructions)

Once again, make sure that you did a factory reset, which led to the removal of all installed applications on your smartphone and factory reset.

In the first window, just click " Next". In the next window, we are again warned that it is necessary to delete all data from the phone and offer to read the ReadME (instruction in English).

In the third window, they remind you to turn off the hibernation mode in windows, the battery level and check USB connections cable.

Put a tick and click "Next", after which the connection of the smartphone to the computer and the status of the device are checked.

After a successful check, in the next window we see the "Update" button.

We click on this button and in the next window we see the firmware version on the device and the version to which your Desire will be flashed, click “Next” again.

And the last window that appears, before the update process, tells us that by pressing the “Next” button, the process of flashing the device will begin, all information will be displayed on the screen, and at the end we will receive a message about the successful update of the device. It's not too late to refuse, but we click "Next" again.

Began! That's what all this was done for, the process of updating your HTC Desire to Android 2.3.3 has begun

It all looks like a small window with a progress bar, a message that the process will take about 10 minutes, in no case do not touch the USB cable connecting the smartphone to the PC.

At the end, we get a window with the “Finish” button and a message in English that the process has been successfully completed.

Hooray! Now your HTC Desire works under Android 2.3.3

We restore contacts and necessary data from backups and re-install the necessary applications.

Possible error messages:

ERROR : FILE OPEN ERROR- file read error, try to run "RUU_HTC Desire Android 2.3 Upgrade (Gingerbread).exe" again

ERROR : MAIN BATTERY POWER– the battery charge of the smartphone is less than 30%, put it on charge and try again when the battery is sufficiently charged.

ERROR : MODEL ID ERROR

ERROR : CUSTOMER ID ERROR– the firmware is not designed for your smartphone model.

ERROR : IMAGE ERROR- the firmware file is incorrect or damaged, try downloading the firmware again from the site.

ERROR : USB CONNECTION ERROR– USB cable connection error. Connect the cable directly to your computer, not to USB hubs.

Having bought a not cheap device, you always want to squeeze the maximum out of it, because it was bought not just for calls, especially when it comes to HTC, to these smartphones alternative firmware more than to everyone else.

MIUI 2.4.6 and 2.3.7(Android 2.3 custom UI)
This firmware is different from all the others, after using it, I switch screens out of habit instead of entering the application menu. The firmware is made 1 in 1 for the IOS interface, all applications are located on the desktops, if you remove the shortcut from the desktop, it is removed from the phone, to save space, you can create folders on desktops and drop shortcuts into folders.

  • The taskbar has switches for wifi, bluetooth, screen auto-rotation, data transfer, etc. very convenient, no need to go into settings to switch basic functions
  • There is immediately root
  • The unlock screen has player controls, you can turn on the flashlight by holding the HOME button, you can immediately see missed calls and unread messages, you can go directly to the phone or messages
  • There is a built-in firewall for blacklisting numbers, etc., but it works a little crookedly
  • Battery life is noticeably longer, but many standard services have been cut out, because of this some specific applications do not work correctly
  • There is a delay in response, i.e. you pick up the phone, say ale ale, and only after 2-3 seconds will you be heard, i.e. Microphone does not turn on immediately
  • There is a standard means of recording conversations, but only the interlocutor is heard in it, nothing is heard from the microphone, i.e. there is no point to it.
  • In some applications, for example, in QIP, there are glitches with the display of the interface, the buttons are spreading, etc.
You can use the firmware if you suffer a delay in answering the call, i.e. always wait 2-3 seconds and then say hello.

RUHD 3.0.1 (Android 2.3 and Sense 3.5)
Here we have almost stock firmware, but with many useful things, and also Sense 3.5 and updated apps. When you first start the firmware, we are asked which programs to install and which are not needed, many unnecessary applications. But the firmware is a little heavy for the device.

  • There is a built-in processor frequency control tool, you can make the frequency higher than the standard one, or vice versa, you can lower it to save battery, you can assign processor frequency profiles depending on the battery charge, for example, if 10% is left, then it is logical to reduce the frequency to 128 MHz, endure dullness, but but stay connected.
  • There are additional items in the phone shutdown menu silent mode, vibrate mode, airplane mode, turn off mobile data
  • From the lock screen, you can directly open Phone, Mail, Camera, Messages
  • There is almost no delay in response (about half a second)
  • The camera is working fine
  • The interface is responsive, but slightly inferior in speed even to the standard one, let alone MIUI, Sense 3.5 is heavy, eats a lot of RAM
  • The taskbar has switches almost like in MIUI
  • There is standard means to block ads, use windows network resources and much more.
P.S. Today I installed this firmware and I'm testing it, if everything suits, then I'll stay on it

Nikez Lente 1.0.1a6 (Android 4 and Standard UI)




The firmware is at the beta stage, I installed it for the sake of interest, on this moment all custom firmware on Android 4 do not work quite correctly
  • There is a significant delay in the response, just like not MIUI
  • The interface is a little blunt, this is due to the curved 2d acceleration, but they say a new custom kernel will be released soon and the situation will improve
  • From the shutdown screen, you can go directly to BootLoader or Recovery
  • There are no switches in the taskbar like on MIUI and RUHD
  • Naturally, the interface of the fourth android is very interesting and convenient
I don’t see any reason to use this firmware yet, performance has not been added, there is not much functionality either, there is little stability, we are waiting until the firmware is brought to perfection

In the article we will tell you how to install the standard and modified firmware on HTC smartphones.

Important! All responsibility for the actions taken lies solely with you. Without knowledge, experience and understanding of the risks, do not flash the phone, but rather study more information.

The standard way to update the firmware

This method is standard for all Android smartphones. Allows you to get the latest version of the system. The update process is safe and primarily aimed at novice users. This will install the update, subject to availability from the manufacturer. If the manufacturer has stopped supporting the smartphone, you will not receive the update.

For detailed instructions on updating, see the subheading.

Installing the RUU image

With the help of the RUU image, the smartphone returns to its standard state, the stock firmware is flashed. All user settings are reset only if S-On protection is enabled. With S-Off, data is retained. Additionally, it is recommended to remove the SIM and MicroSD card for the duration of the firmware.

If S-On protection is enabled, the bootloader must be in the closed state - LOCKED, otherwise error 155 will appear in the process. In this case, close the bootloader with the command fastboot oem lock.

You can not install the old firmware over the new firmware.

Before flashing, it is important to check the compliance of the CID and MID of the smartphone. Can't bet European firmware into Chinese.

Algorithm of actions for RUU.exe:

  1. Boot your smartphone in bootloader mode.
  2. Connect to a computer where drivers, ADB and Fastboot are installed.
  3. When the message “fastboot usb” appears on the screen, run the RUU.exe utility on the computer, then follow the instructions of the installer.

Algorithm of actions for RUU.zip:

  1. Download the HTC fastbbot app. Place the utility in the ADB folder.
  2. Connect your smartphone to your computer.
  3. Open command line and type fastboot oem rebootRUU.
  4. Next - htc_fastboot flash zip /rom.zip, where XXXXX is the path to the firmware.

Installing firmware.zip

Another way to install stock firmware. The requirements are the same as for the RUU image.

Action algorithm:

  1. Download the appropriate firmware, then place the archive in the folder with fastboot. Change the name of the firmware to "firmware".
  2. Boot the device into bootloader mode. Connect to PC.
  3. Open a command prompt. Enter the path to the folder where fastboot is located. For example cd c:\androfon.
  4. Further fastboot oem rebootRUU.
  5. After the phone reboots and HTC appears, enter . An error message will appear on the screen, this is normal, enter again fastboot flash zip firmware.zip.
  6. When the firmware is completed, enter fastboot reboot.

Installing custom firmware

Custom firmware is installed via third-party recovery - or. Pre-required. If TWRP is installed on your device, follow the instructions:


Important! Before installing custom firmware, be sure to ask about additional conditions image installation.

TWRP installation instructions

Important! This method installation is applicable for older devices, because in latest models, installation is done through Magisk. Before installing TWRP, be sure to specify which method is relevant for your model.

Action algorithm:

  • Download TWRP, rename recovery file. If you downloaded the archive, unzip the archive and then rename the recovery.
  • Place the file in the adb and fastboot folder, for example in the C:\Androfon folder.
  • Connect your phone to PC.
  • Open a command prompt. Put your phone in download mode - adb reboot download.
  • Enter CD C:\Androfon.
  • Then fastboot flash recovery recovery.img. You may need to clear the cache, check this before installing. The cleanup command is fastboot erase cache.
  • To enter recovery, run the bootloader, where select the flashed recovery.

Conclusion

The article describes how to flash htc smartphones official and custom firmware; How to install TWRP recovery.

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