Root How Do I Install Vodafone Software/Firmware on My HTC Desire?

[Deleted User]

I recently just bought a HTC Desire, which is unlocked but has 3 software/firmware on it (e.g., it has the 3 logo at as the start up page, 3 apps, etc.) and I'd like tow know how and where to get Vodafone software/firmware installed on it to make it look Vodafone exclusive. Any help appreciated, thanks...

 

[InfernalByte]

Christ knows why? You'll need an RUU, go to shippedroms.com and download the one you want.

 

[Deleted User]

Thanks..could you give me the direct link to the section? I can't find it..

 

[Hadron]

Haven't the link with me, but select android then phone model is Bravo. Then look for vodafone UK RUUs in the list.

You will need a goldcard to flash it (if this hasn't been said already).

I think this may be the first time I've seen someone wanting to put network bloatware *onto* a phone - people are usually trying to do the opposite

Edit: am assuming UK from coincidence of voda and 3 - ignore that bit if I'm wrong

 

[Deleted User]

Okay, thanks...

 

[Deleted User]

I downloaded the RRU...one more thing..how do Imake a goldcard? Do I need a empty SD card?

 

[Deleted User]

***ruu...

 

[Hadron]

I downloaded the RRU...one more thing..how do Imake a goldcard? Do I need a empty SD card?

Read the FAQs linked from this forum's sticky post - info on goldcards is in there (rooting FAQ has it for sure).

 

[Deleted User]

It says "ERROR [131]: CUSTOMER ID ERROR
The ROM Update Utility cannot update your Android phone.

Please get the correct ROM Update Utility and try again". What does it mean???

 

[Hadron]

It means you need a goldcard.

Your phone was a 3 handset, and the RUU checks the handset id. So you should only be able to run a 3 RUU.

The goldcard hides the cid and lets you run non-matching RUUs.

 

[Deleted User]

Once again, thank you.

 

[GrenW]

Wow! I'm stunned. Thousands have asked how to get rid if that crud (me included) but this is a first.

 

[Hadron]

Actually something I've thought of: if you use an RUU to convert a 3 phone to a Vodafone one, you may need to be careful with any updates. I suspect they might not work unless you have your goldcard in.

Hopefully someone who actually knows will either confirm or correct this.

 

[GrenW]

Actually something I've thought of: if you use an RUU to convert a 3 phone to a Vodafone one, you may need to be careful with any updates. I suspect they might not work unless you have your goldcard in.

Hopefully someone who actually knows will either confirm or correct this.

That will be the case. A lot of wifi problems have been caused when a debranded handset has been updated with a generic OTO. I assume going from one brand to another will be the same.