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How do I boot into recovery mode on an HTC Dream/G1?
I'm trying to revive and root an old HTC Dream. According to every ten-year-old tutorial I've been able to find, you should be able to boot into recovery mode by holding the Home + Power button as you boot the phone up. This simply doesn't work for me - the phone just boots up normally. Is there any...
I'm trying to revive and root an old HTC Dream. According to every ten-year-old tutorial I've been able to find, you should be able to boot into recovery mode by holding the Home + Power button as you boot the phone up. This simply doesn't work for me - the phone just boots up normally.
Is there anything else I can try? Does it differ for different specific HTC Dream models, or something?
It might be relevant that I've downgraded this phone down to Android 1/RC29 following tutorials. I've also noticed that the Call + Menu + Power combination to reboot the phone doesn't work, either.
Jack M
(283 rep)
Apr 3, 2022, 02:03 PM
• Last activity: Dec 10, 2024, 03:07 PM
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Can I do Android/g1 tethering without root?
Can I do Android/g1 tethering without root?
Can I do Android/g1 tethering without root?
Stewart Robinson
Jul 24, 2009, 09:48 AM
• Last activity: Dec 24, 2023, 09:43 AM
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G1 Create Image of Current State
Is it possible to create an image of my phone (G1, cupcake) so that I may revert back to it at a later date? I'm not scared of using the Android SDK, I only needs the steps to create the file.
Is it possible to create an image of my phone (G1, cupcake) so that I may revert back to it at a later date?
I'm not scared of using the Android SDK, I only needs the steps to create the file.
Stevoni
Sep 25, 2009, 11:23 PM
• Last activity: Jan 4, 2020, 12:55 PM
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Updating T-Mobile G1 from 1.0 to 1.6
I have a T-Mobile G1 phone (Dev Phone) with android 1.0. To be able to install some apps, I needed to update it to 1.6. So I downloaded an update file and put it on its sdcard. But the update failed and now the problem is that I cannot boot the phone completely. First it asks for a SIM card. 
Although, I don't have a T-Mobile SIM card now, I could pass that stage with an AT&T SIM card.
Now it wants me to login to my gmail account to boot up. But I cannot connect to Internet at the moment.
There is no option for wireless too. When I press menu button it just shows me the settings for APNs.
I believe in the newer versions of android, one can skip logging in to Google. But now I cannot even "adb shell" to copy other update files to the SD card.
Any helps would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Although, I don't have a T-Mobile SIM card now, I could pass that stage with an AT&T SIM card.
Now it wants me to login to my gmail account to boot up. But I cannot connect to Internet at the moment.
There is no option for wireless too. When I press menu button it just shows me the settings for APNs.
I believe in the newer versions of android, one can skip logging in to Google. But now I cannot even "adb shell" to copy other update files to the SD card.
Any helps would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Mohammad Moghimi
(337 rep)
Jun 20, 2011, 05:13 AM
• Last activity: Jun 9, 2019, 03:56 PM
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G1 - Can I Update to Newer Versions of Android?
I'm considering getting a G1 from T-Mobile (in the US), and am wondering, can I can update to new versions of Android as they come out, even ones targeted towards newer Android phones? For example, would I be able to update my G1 to Android 2.0 when it is available?
I'm considering getting a G1 from T-Mobile (in the US), and am wondering, can I can update to new versions of Android as they come out, even ones targeted towards newer Android phones? For example, would I be able to update my G1 to Android 2.0 when it is available?
Maxim Zaslavsky
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Oct 29, 2009, 05:50 AM
• Last activity: Feb 7, 2018, 07:36 PM
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Gaining root acces/installing custom rom on G1 with build number CRC1
Could you please share your knowledge about how to flash the latest update of stock Android OS on G1 (aka HTC Dream)? I would like to try out some custom roms, but most information I was able to find relates to the RC30 or R33.
Could you please share your knowledge about how to flash the latest update of stock Android OS on G1 (aka HTC Dream)? I would like to try out some custom roms, but most information I was able to find relates to the RC30 or R33.
Kamil Zadora
Jul 20, 2009, 11:58 AM
• Last activity: Feb 7, 2018, 11:26 AM
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Will resetting my unlocked phone to factory settings lock it again?
I have an unlocked G1 that is freaking out on me in various ways. If I "restore factory settings" am I going to wind up locking it?
I have an unlocked G1 that is freaking out on me in various ways. If I "restore factory settings" am I going to wind up locking it?
Amanda
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Mar 19, 2011, 05:47 PM
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Auto shutdown after about 15 minutes
I have a HTC G1 Dream device. I noticed that it has a problem. When I unplug it from charger, about 15 minutes later it shuts down. Is there any solution for this? P.S Factory reset won't help here. I've tried this about 3 times.
I have a HTC G1 Dream device. I noticed that it has a problem.
When I unplug it from charger, about 15 minutes later it shuts down. Is there any solution for this? P.S Factory reset won't help here. I've tried this about 3 times.
When I unplug it from charger, about 15 minutes later it shuts down. Is there any solution for this? P.S Factory reset won't help here. I've tried this about 3 times.
Ido Naveh
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Jul 21, 2015, 07:31 AM
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How to install Whatsapp on Android 1.6
I am interested in installing Whatsapp on Android 1.6 (Cyanogenmod 4.2) on a rooted HTC Dream G1. Is there any way to install it?
I am interested in installing Whatsapp on Android 1.6 (Cyanogenmod 4.2) on a rooted HTC Dream G1. Is there any way to install it?
Neel Mehta
(211 rep)
Jan 30, 2012, 01:10 PM
• Last activity: Apr 29, 2014, 05:42 AM
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How to share internet among 2 android devices?
I have in my possession a G1 and a new Android tablet (the Kmart one, the Gentouch). The Gentouch uses wifi to access the internet; the G1 uses a T-Mobile cellular connection. Ideally, I'd like to somehow cause that G1 to emit a wifi access point, so that whenever the G1 and the Gentouch are in clos...
I have in my possession a G1 and a new Android tablet (the Kmart one, the Gentouch). The Gentouch uses wifi to access the internet; the G1 uses a T-Mobile cellular connection. Ideally, I'd like to somehow cause that G1 to emit a wifi access point, so that whenever the G1 and the Gentouch are in close proximity, the Gentouch can piggyback off the G1's internet connection and reach the internet itself. Assuming I am willing/able to root both devices if necessary, how would I accomplish such a task?
GWLlosa
(753 rep)
Dec 27, 2010, 07:01 PM
• Last activity: Jan 14, 2014, 12:16 AM
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Use wifi in HTC Dream behind a proxy
I wish to use wifi network in my university but the network resides behind a proxy server. So, how do I set my proxy settings (requires authentication) on my HTC Dream G1 (Android 1.5)?
I wish to use wifi network in my university but the network resides behind a proxy server. So, how do I set my proxy settings (requires authentication) on my HTC Dream G1 (Android 1.5)?
Neel Mehta
(211 rep)
Jul 25, 2011, 05:09 PM
• Last activity: Nov 6, 2013, 05:19 AM
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How to unlock a G1
Yes, I got the G1 the day it was launched in the UK. Swapped it for HTC Desire when that was launched. Now have a Galaxy S4. Anyway, I moved away from T-Mobile without removing the G1's network lock (because I was using the Desire then). Lately, I've been experimenting a bit and would like to use th...
Yes, I got the G1 the day it was launched in the UK. Swapped it for HTC Desire when that was launched. Now have a Galaxy S4.
Anyway, I moved away from T-Mobile without removing the G1's network lock (because I was using the Desire then). Lately, I've been experimenting a bit and would like to use the G1 for some things.
How can I unlock it?
Kris
(101 rep)
Jun 7, 2013, 09:18 PM
• Last activity: Aug 13, 2013, 11:19 AM
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HTC Dream - Upgrade Android OS and driver for 64-bit Windows 7 Home
I have just bought an unlocked HTC Dream G1 android cell phone. It has Android 1.5 installed. Can someone guide me as to how to upgrade to Android 2.X series? Also, which android 2.X OS would be the best choice? I have heard Android 2.2 is best for this cell phone compared to Android 2.3 or 3.0. Als...
I have just bought an unlocked HTC Dream G1 android cell phone. It has Android 1.5 installed. Can someone guide me as to how to upgrade to Android 2.X series? Also, which android 2.X OS would be the best choice? I have heard Android 2.2 is best for this cell phone compared to Android 2.3 or 3.0.
Also, I have been unable to find drivers for this cell phone to connect my micro-SD memory card in cell phone to my Windows 7 Home 64-bit OS. I believe the problem is because I have a 64-bit OS. Where can I find the drivers?
Thanks in advance.
Neel Mehta
(211 rep)
Jun 9, 2011, 06:54 PM
• Last activity: Aug 3, 2013, 11:22 PM
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G1/Dream running CM6 - black screen, won't boot, can't reset
I have a T-Mobile G1/HTC Dream, rooted, running CM6. It froze up at the lock screen, and after trying everything I popped the battery out and rebooted. However, this didn't solve the problem; I still couldn't get past the lock screen. After rebooting again (via battery removal, because nothing else...
I have a T-Mobile G1/HTC Dream, rooted, running CM6. It froze up at the lock screen, and after trying everything I popped the battery out and rebooted. However, this didn't solve the problem; I still couldn't get past the lock screen. After rebooting again (via battery removal, because nothing else worked), I only get a black screen (LCD on but blank). The problem seems different than other questions here on the site because I don't ever see the T-Mobile splash screen. I've tried Home+Power, Call+Menu+Power, Camera+Power, and none of those combos have allowed me to boot into recovery or factory reset, I still just see a black screen. When I plug in USB, the computer does not see the SD card.
Update: Now the LCD doesn't turn on either. Perhaps this is a problem with the ribbon after all? But that doesn't explain the freezing/booting issues.
Update: Although I only get a black screen, the phone does vibrate when I turn it on (using any of the key combinations mentioned above).
Mingo
(371 rep)
Mar 31, 2011, 01:38 AM
• Last activity: Jul 23, 2013, 06:50 AM
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Can I Update my T-Mobile G1/HTC Dream so it runs Android 2
Can I Update my T-Mobile G1 (Also known as the HTC Dream) so it runs Android 2? Is it possible to do this without rooting the phone?
Can I Update my T-Mobile G1 (Also known as the HTC Dream) so it runs Android 2? Is it possible to do this without rooting the phone?
ICodeForCoffee
(703 rep)
Sep 13, 2010, 07:33 PM
• Last activity: Apr 5, 2013, 10:19 PM
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Flashing radio to European G1 via Amon_Ra process: which version of radio 2.22.19.26i is safe for DangerSPL?
[Cyanogenmod's wiki](http://oldwiki.cyanogenmod.org/index.php?title=HTC_Dream:_Rooting&oldid=14594#Amon_Ra.27s_Recovery_process) says to use **dream_magic.radio-2.22.19.26i-signed.zip** But this [revision](http://oldwiki.cyanogenmod.org/index.php?title=HTC_Dream:_DangerSPL&oldid=14581#Prerequisites)...
[Cyanogenmod's wiki](http://oldwiki.cyanogenmod.org/index.php?title=HTC_Dream:_Rooting&oldid=14594#Amon_Ra.27s_Recovery_process) says to use **dream_magic.radio-2.22.19.26i-signed.zip**
But this [revision](http://oldwiki.cyanogenmod.org/index.php?title=HTC_Dream:_DangerSPL&oldid=14581#Prerequisites) says to use **ota-radio-2_22_19_26I.zip**
These files differ. **My question is: which of them (or both?) is safe to use before flashing DangerSPL for the first time?**
NB. The main difference between them seems to be that their
META-INF/com/google/android/update-script files differ thus:
* dream_magic.radio-2.22.19.26i-signed.zip:
assert getprop("ro.product.device") == "dream" || getprop("ro.build.product") == "dream" || getprop("ro.product.device") == "sapphire" || getprop("ro.build.product") == "sapphire"
* ota-radio-2_22_19_26I.zip:
assert getprop("ro.product.device") == "dream" || getprop("ro.build.product") == "dream"
user15074
May 14, 2012, 05:31 PM
• Last activity: Apr 5, 2013, 08:22 PM
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Can a Dream's camera really zoom from the camera app?
I upgraded my HTC Dream to CM6.1, and the camera app now has a zoom option. Is this a real zoom, or just a digital blow-up of the image? I'm guessing the latter.
I upgraded my HTC Dream to CM6.1, and the camera app now has a zoom option. Is this a real zoom, or just a digital blow-up of the image? I'm guessing the latter.
endolith
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Nov 4, 2010, 12:05 AM
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Why can I not install Firefox on my HTC G1/Dream with CyanogenMod 6.1?
I have a HTC G1/Dream with CyanogenMod 6.1, based on Android 2.2.1. I would like to install [Firefox][1], which requires Android 2.0 and up. But I cannot find it in the Android Market, and when I try to install it remotely from the web Android Market, I can see "This article is not compatible with y...
I have a HTC G1/Dream with CyanogenMod 6.1, based on Android 2.2.1. I would like to install Firefox , which requires Android 2.0 and up. But I cannot find it in the Android Market, and when I try to install it remotely from the web Android Market, I can see "This article is not compatible with your device".
What could be the origin of my problem?
Agmenor
(293 rep)
Jan 20, 2012, 07:18 PM
• Last activity: Nov 14, 2012, 07:56 AM
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How can I make wifi automatically go on when my G1 boots up
I've got CM6 on it, and every once in a while the power goes out, the battery eventually dies, the power comes back and it boots up but no wifi. I have the thing in a faraway place and I get to it via ssh, so it's annoying to have to go manually turn on wifi when it reboots. Is there a script somewh...
I've got CM6 on it, and every once in a while the power goes out, the battery eventually dies, the power comes back and it boots up but no wifi. I have the thing in a faraway place and I get to it via ssh, so it's annoying to have to go manually turn on wifi when it reboots.
Is there a script somewhere I can run in userinit.sh that will turn on wifi?
stu
(153 rep)
Jan 6, 2012, 08:58 PM
• Last activity: Jul 26, 2012, 07:25 PM
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Alternative of CyanogenMod-5 but Android 2.1 for HTC Dream G1
> **Possible Duplicate:** > [Where can I find stock or custom ROMs for my Android device?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/17152/where-can-i-find-stock-or-custom-roms-for-my-android-device) I am currently using Cyanogenmod-5 (Android 2.1) for my HTC Dream G1. But it runs quite slow and I...
> **Possible Duplicate:**
> [Where can I find stock or custom ROMs for my Android device?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/17152/where-can-i-find-stock-or-custom-roms-for-my-android-device)
I am currently using Cyanogenmod-5 (Android 2.1) for my HTC Dream G1. But it runs quite slow and I dont want to go back to Android 1.x series.
I am looking for some other Android 2.1 OS (other than Cyanogenmod) which are faster and have low memory requirements or does it remain the same among all Android 2.1 distributions?
Another reason for change is that every 1 or 2 months, Cyanogenmod-5 starts behaving funny and I need to re-install my OS. For example, currently I am unable to read any texts (Messaging service - SMS) on my phone; application keeps on crashing. In the past similar issues were with Gmail and GTalk.
So, I want to switch to something other than Cyanogenmod but Android-2.1. Any suggestions?
Neel Mehta
(211 rep)
May 23, 2012, 03:03 PM
• Last activity: May 23, 2012, 03:10 PM
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