Hi There

[koolaid_kid]

I am new to smart phones (yeah, I waited too long) and I now have an HTC Evo 4G on the way. Looking forward to the learning experience, especially how to root my phone so I can upgrade to ICS.

 

[olbriar]

Congrats on the new phone koolaid_kid. Better late than never as for hopping onto the smartphone train. Welcome aboard. We do have a discussion / support area for your phone that should prove all informative and helpful for your adjustment. I hope you will check it out. The friendly members there love their phone and enjoy talking it. Here is a link: HTC EVO 4G - Android Forums
Have fun with your new phone... it's going to wow you. Thanks for joining and using these forums.

 

[sfbloodbrother]

Hi there. Welcome to the phandroid community. Its great to have new members. Thanks for joining and if you ever need anything, please just ask away or send me a PM and I will be happy to help anyway I can. That ks again for joining and enjoy your stay here on phandroid.

 

[koolaid_kid]

Thanks, folk.
olbriar, I am over there now, reading "ROOTING for Dummies".
I have a few days before the phone arrives, and, if I understand things correctly, it would be best if I rooted prior to doing anything else.
I have a 32 GB microSDHC card for it sitting in the drawer, so I hope the rooting experience will be short and sweet.

 

[olbriar]

Rooting is a choice not a must. Most do prefer rooting their Android devices... There is no prize for the quickest root. Take your time and know your path well before proceeding.
Have fun with your phone no matter which path you choose. Thanks again for using these forums and have fun as a member.

 

[koolaid_kid]

Rooting is a choice not a must. Most do prefer rooting their Android devices... There is no prize for the quickest root. Take your time and know your path well before proceeding.
Have fun with your phone no matter which path you choose. Thanks again for using these forums and have fun as a member.

LOL. Thanks for the warning, olbriar.

 

[Digital Controller]

Welcome

Yeah just make sure you know the risks that you're taking when rooting your device. Also make sure to follow the steps closely, one mistake can mess up the whole process and you'll have to start over .

Whatever decision you make I am certain you will enjoy your device!

 

[koolaid_kid]

Good points, DC. I don't even know what bootloader the device has, of course.
I am studying intensely, but anything can go wrong, to be sure.

 

[Digital Controller]

Good points, DC. I don't even know what bootloader the device has, of course.
I am studying intensely, but anything can go wrong, to be sure.

Hey if you ever need assistance me and any other staff member are always happy to assist you with the issues or questions you might have

 

[koolaid_kid]

Thanks, DC.