HTC Desire UAE users

[Mohsee]

Guys, If you bought asian branded phone, rather specifically an original HTC from a registered retailer anywhere in middle east (coz a phone picked from any black market might NOT be asian branded), you will have complete arabic support, wether or not its updated with froyo. (complete means, you not only can read proper joined arabic letters, but also use arabic as the main language in your phone, for all purposes)
If your phone is branded elsewhere, it doesnt support arabic, even with froyo update.
I've just read somewhere that another update down the lane on android, support for few other languages is worked at thoroughly. But its just a rumour, no confirmed news on that one. Another thing remains unconfirmed that, is arabic among those 'worked at' languages or not.

Cheers.

 

[Mohsee]

Those of you, who have battery problems with desire, even after installing apps like batterylife, juicedefender etc, might want to get a larger battery. (last option though)

check the following link:

[HLI-DesireXL] Buy Mugen Power Extended Battery for HTC Desire A8181 with battery cover in Brown 3200mAh

Another solution is there too ... get a battery cube
here's the link:

http://www.phonesuit.com/products/P...s-37-10.html?gclid=CMaHkub88KMCFUhB6wodNCF43Q

cheers


P.S: I just came across these sites, I don't take any responsibility whatsoever if these sites are not trustworthy to buy from. I never tried them

 

[Bashar]

If someone buys the official arabic version of HTC Desire from UAE and then click the update link for OTA to 2.2 would that effect the arabic ? or it doesn't get updated to 2.2 ?

because the one i got from Kuwait did not update 2.2 till i manually downloaded the update using the instructions at How to manually upgrade to FROYO? - xda-developers

 

[SpiggyTopes]

Hi All,

New here and dying to get a Desire.

Is the Desire available in the Carrefour shop, or do I have to get it on line?

Cheers.

 

[lebnen]

I tried to root my HTC Desire (bootloader 0.83) and messed it up. I didnt back up my ROM and now am stuck trying to find the original ROM (RUU) for the middle east.

Does anyone have a backup or the RUU for the middle east. If yes, could you please share it with me?

Am starting to get desperate...

Thanks, Lebnen

 

[SpiggyTopes]

I tried to root my HTC Desire (bootloader 0.83) and messed it up. I didnt back up my ROM and now am stuck trying to find the original ROM (RUU) for the middle east.

Does anyone have a backup or the RUU for the middle east. If yes, could you please share it with me?

Am starting to get desperate...

Thanks, Lebnen

Have a look here

HTC Desire - xda-developers

Good luck

 

[ADNANSAYID]

This is a amazing device,,see its display,wonderfull i bought it for 2200 aed from Online mobile phone store uae,dubai,qatar,kuwait,bahrin,oman shop,i did'nt trust buy online,i went to there office and hand picked the item,also some accessories car charger and silicon case.

 

[ADNANSAYID]

Hmm the desire i bought from Online mobile phone store uae,dubai,qatar,kuwait,bahrin,oman is without arabic,PLS HELP ME ,, HOW CAN I INSERT ARABIC MENU ?

 

[SpiggyTopes]

Hmm the desire i bought from Online mobile phone store uae,dubai,qatar,kuwait,bahrin,oman is without arabic,PLS HELP ME ,, HOW CAN I INSERT ARABIC MENU ?

Hi,

First question is which version of Android does the phone have? Is it 2.1, or did the shop upgrade it to 2.2? 2.2 is better.

Secondly, I think you could change the rom to the Arabic version, but I'm not sure how you do this. Have a search HTC Desire - xda-developers here for an Arabic rom.

Others will reply too, I'm sure.

 

[kartnite]

I reside in Bahrain. Yet to get a "Froyo" update on my Desire which was purchased last evening.

I am not sure about "HTC Warranty". I've been told that my unit is covered by the dealer's warranty (hardware incl.)

I am looking for an English (US/UK) keyboard - the phone comes with five/six versions of Arabic (Kuwait/Bahrain/Qatar/Lebanon/can't quite remember the rest) and English (same list).

I've been waiting to buy this baby for a long while now. Every store (Sharaf DG, Carrefour, et al) do not have stock! Guess I was lucky to grab this one. The dealer had one piece remaining... Talk about demand/supply.

So... Back to my reason to ponder - Froyo. :/

 

[sourskittleash]

hi guys,

i've been eagerly waiting to get the desire HD, it's got the same size screen as the EVO, a 4.3" display!!

i read online it will be available in October in the Middle East:

HTC launches latest models of Desire series in Middle East

Please update when you find the HTC Desire HD in Dubai, I can't wait to get my hands on it!

 

[coolnessp]

Hi, i have some friends in dubai who will bring me this piece. However i went through this site and i wasnt sure if it was authentic. Guys from uae or dubai, can you please suggest whether this link is actually authentic for the price of the htc desire.

Buy HTC Desire in Dubai Saudi Arabia Kuwait Qatar and UAE - Aido

Thanks in advance.

 

[afaju1]

need help!!!!!
i bought my desire in syria
but Unfortunately i can not write in arabic and for navigate the net the arabic website is so bad
any ideas
thanks in advance

 

[jackhtc]

How do you get 3g on HTC desire?? I am on Etisalat network?

 

[cool_scorpion]

Have a PDAIR Leather case for the HTC Desire in Deep red, with a crocodile skin look. This is a book-type open phone that is a great protector for the phone.

Brand new - never used.

Single unit only - not a reseller, but a Desire owner who got one case too many.

Selling at less than market price - AED 100 only.

Contact me with your details if interested.

 

[jackie_jagger]

I got my Desire from a local seller from souq, the phone has been randomly restarting - xda suggests that its a motherboard issue, anyone know the contact number of HTC CARE in uae?

 

[about_ar]

I got my Desire from a local seller from souq, the phone has been randomly restarting - xda suggests that its a motherboard issue, anyone know the contact number of HTC CARE in uae?

You can call them on 800 020 0078

 

[nrqazi]

Nopes. Nothing specific to the UAE.
But you can use google maps which gives buses between routes and their timings, and people use Layar so you can find information on that.

Hi
I have been trying to use google maps/ navigation on my htc desire.

I have a valid data connection bundle on my Du SIM. I have turned on GPS and mobile internet...still I get the message "no route found" once I try to get driving instructions from Sharjah to al Ain.
On the Navigation App, it just keeps searching for "availability" and then goes off.
Any tips?

 

[catchcarl]

Hi,

I just bought an HTC Desire HD here in Dubai.. was wondering if any one knew where i could buy cases / covers for the phone??

I have placed an order online with Pdair but I would like to know if there are any shops here in Dubai selling the covers.

I have looked everywhere but no luck so far... would appreciate any suggestions..

By the way the Desire HD rocks..

 

[SergioR]

Hello,

I go to UAE soon. I'll have a HTC Desire there with Etisalat.
They have explain me that location (for example for google maps application) only works with GPS.
Something like location using gsm towers or wifi doesn't work. Is that true?
I thought that gsm towers could be available at least.
Has anybody tested location using gsm and/or wifi?
I need your help because it will be my first time in UAE and I was planning to use it.

Thank you

 

[cool_scorpion]

Hello,

I go to UAE soon. I'll have a HTC Desire there with Etisalat.
They have explain me that location (for example for google maps application) only works with GPS.
Something like location using gsm towers or wifi doesn't work. Is that true?
I thought that gsm towers could be available at least.
Has anybody tested location using gsm and/or wifi?
I need your help because it will be my first time in UAE and I was planning to use it.

Thank you

Hi Sergio

The wifi/ gsm towers in the UAE can be used to trace your location if you are using google maps on the htc desire - however, this is not as accurate as it could be if you used BOTH the GSM and the GPS which is unbuilt into the Desire. So all you have to do is to switch on both to get an accurate positioning. However, if you are using the GSM network, make sure you have a data plan from the operator, or else you will be paying through your teeth. In that sense, DU, the other operator apart from Etisalat, has better packages on offer.

Hope this helps

 

[SergioR]

Hi Sergio

The wifi/ gsm towers in the UAE can be used to trace your location if you are using google maps on the htc desire - however, this is not as accurate as it could be if you used BOTH the GSM and the GPS which is unbuilt into the Desire. So all you have to do is to switch on both to get an accurate positioning. However, if you are using the GSM network, make sure you have a data plan from the operator, or else you will be paying through your teeth. In that sense, DU, the other operator apart from Etisalat, has better packages on offer.

Hope this helps

Thank you for the information. Of course using both systems you get an better position. But in a lot of cases when you are indoor or even in a city GPS location can be difficult (or at least slow) to achieve.

 

[mjp7]

Just bought mine last monday and skype doesnt work well? Do u know if I can still return the phone? I bought it just for skype.