Somebody mentioned a new version of swype in an app thread, so I decided to get it. After starting the installation process, I smacked into the big wall of disappointment for a second time. Can't install it on phones that come preinstalled with swype, like the Vortex.
But wait! My phone is rooted! Yours is too I presume!
Quick google search, and the simple answer was to delete Swype first. If you're like me, and unaware of this simple possibility, here are the instructions I found.
From the terminal, type these commands to backup and remove Swype:
Original instructions: LINK
I should mention that this will be easier with Root Explorer (I don't have) or adb (I can't use right now).
Then just follow the instructions from the Swype website to install it normally. So this worked for me, and I'm using Swype again for the first time in a year
But wait! My phone is rooted! Yours is too I presume!
Quick google search, and the simple answer was to delete Swype first. If you're like me, and unaware of this simple possibility, here are the instructions I found.
From the terminal, type these commands to backup and remove Swype:
Site to sign up for Swype beta: LINK
Original instructions: LINK
I should mention that this will be easier with Root Explorer (I don't have) or adb (I can't use right now).
Then just follow the instructions from the Swype website to install it normally. So this worked for me, and I'm using Swype again for the first time in a year