New guy on the block with question

[vm dank]

hey guys i just got my TB and excited about it, im glad i got this phone... WHOO what a phone compared to my envy touch lol im so glad that phone is gone....

anyway i have a couple of question i see people rooting there phone does that mean?

and how do you upload your homepage on to the computer?


and whats the best mod to the phone there is... . . .

anyway whats up to everyone and hope to hear from you guys soon and talking to yah soon

 

[UBRocked]

hey guys i just got my TB and excited about it, im glad i got this phone... WHOO what a phone compared to my envy touch lol im so glad that phone is gone....

anyway i have a couple of question i see people rooting there phone does that mean?

and how do you upload your homepage on to the computer?


and whats the best mod to the phone there is... . . .

anyway whats up to everyone and hope to hear from you guys soon and talking to yah soon

First of all, welcome!

Rooting allows you full access to the phone's operating system. You can remove bloatware, apply custom ROMs or themes. You can also apply custom kernels which will allow you to overclock your phone or increase your battery life by applying a undervolted kernel. Lots of reading, trial and error, etc. is required on your part if you want to make any significant changes to your phone. You will void your warranty if you root and the possibility exist that you could render your phone completely useless (aka "bricked"). So reading and understanding what you are doing is HIGHLY encouraged. Having said that...Every android device I have ever purchased (except my Google TV) has been rooted...it's the only way to fly for me...but its not for everyone.

As far as best mods...that's like going into a gun store and asking what's the best gun. You could get a variety of answers that are completely wrong (Glock makes a great gun...but not if you're looking for a hunting rifle). You need to browse around here (and XDA, where most developers post their work) to get an idea for what you want to change...and what's available.

And as far as "uploading your home page"...I need a better description from you on that on as I'm a little unclear as to what you mean.

 

[akanatrix]

hey guys i just got my TB and excited about it, im glad i got this phone... WHOO what a phone compared to my envy touch lol im so glad that phone is gone....

anyway i have a couple of question i see people rooting there phone does that mean?

and how do you upload your homepage on to the computer?


and whats the best mod to the phone there is... . . .

anyway whats up to everyone and hope to hear from you guys soon and talking to yah soon

1. Rooting gives you complete access to the operating system which powers your phone. Enabling you to install custom ROMs, delete bloatware, etc.

2. I assume you mean taking a screenshot of the phone and putting it on the computer? In which case you need to use the Android SDK on the computer, or root access on the phone to do that.

3. The best mod coming up is probably Cyanogen Mod 7 which is in alpha stage. But for someone who is new to android, stick to stock until you know more and can comfortably root your phone, learn adb, and install the Android SDK. Then think about playing with new ROMS.

 

[vm dank]

First of all, welcome!

Rooting allows you full access to the phone's operating system. You can remove bloatware, apply custom ROMs or themes. You can also apply custom kernels which will allow you to overclock your phone or increase your battery life by applying a undervolted kernel. Lots of reading, trial and error, etc. is required on your part if you want to make any significant changes to your phone. You will void your warranty if you root and the possibility exist that you could render your phone completely useless (aka "bricked"). So reading and understanding what you are doing is HIGHLY encouraged. Having said that...Every android device I have ever purchased (except my Google TV) has been rooted...it's the only way to fly for me...but its not for everyone.

As far as best mods...that's like going into a gun store and asking what's the best gun. You could get a variety of answers that are completely wrong (Glock makes a great gun...but not if you're looking for a hunting rifle). You need to browse around here (and XDA, where most developers post their work) to get an idea for what you want to change...and what's available.

wow so rooting will void the warranty? even if i have insurance?

 

[akanatrix]

wow so rooting will void the warranty? even if i have insurance?

Yes, rooting voids your warranty regardless of insurance. Now if you lose your phone, or destroy it, obviously they won't be able to tell your phone is rooted and will honor the warranty. You can un-root your phone to regain your warranty, so it's not that big of a deal.

 

[vm dank]

1. Rooting gives you complete access to the operating system which powers your phone. Enabling you to install custom ROMs, delete bloatware, etc.

2. I assume you mean taking a screenshot of the phone and putting it on the computer? In which case you need to use the Android SDK on the computer, or root access on the phone to do that.

3. The best mod coming up is probably Cyanogen Mod 7 which is in alpha stage. But for someone who is new to android, stick to stock until you know more and can comfortably root your phone, learn adb, and install the Android SDK. Then think about playing with new ROMS.

wow i have alot more reading to do, everything you guys haved talked about sounds pretty crazy !!! i really feel like a noob lol

 

[UBRocked]

wow i have alot more reading to do, everything you guys haved talked about sounds pretty crazy !!! i really feel like a noob lol

It's really not crazy...but I'd rather you go into it being overly careful versus being overly careless.

We all started with our first device and had more questions than answers. I've rooted 8 different types of phones and tablets now and every one of them was a little different...but none of them were too difficult. It's just a phone...and the information is all out there.

 

[xkingofgodzx]

UBRocked basically said it all. Rooting may seem scary to a first time android user. i can tell you i was a little nervious to root my Inc. I did it on my own by researching for a few days and seeing what it was about, watching some videos, and asking questions. Please please ask questions. Do not feel like your being a noob. If you have any trouble hop on here or XDA and ask away. These communities are great and very helpful. Rooting is a pretty simple process and is so much fun. I had a great time with it on my Inc and it will only be better with this amazing device of the gods AKA Thunderbolt. The pros outweigh the cons by far. Just make sure you do your research and ask questions, that is the best advice i can give you. Have fun!!

 

[ImCharming]

I'm going to get the TB on tuesday, well order it probably. So I was planning on rooting it, I have a little experience rooting, I did the mytouch 4g and had no problem. I'm not sure how that compares to the TB. So it voids the warrenty I know, would it be smart to use the phone for maybe a week or so to make sure that there are no problems with the phone before rooting? And lets say I do brick the phone when rooting, then what? am I SOL and have to spend $600 or whatever it is to get a new phone or is there something I can do to hide that it's been bricked from a failed rooting.

 

[Dark Jedi]

I'm going to get the TB on tuesday, well order it probably. So I was planning on rooting it, I have a little experience rooting, I did the mytouch 4g and had no problem. I'm not sure how that compares to the TB. So it voids the warrenty I know, would it be smart to use the phone for maybe a week or so to make sure that there are no problems with the phone before rooting? And lets say I do brick the phone when rooting, then what? am I SOL and have to spend $600 or whatever it is to get a new phone or is there something I can do to hide that it's been bricked from a failed rooting.

many on here would say to man up if you brick it. After all you did the modification and not HTC. So why should they foot the bill. Plus this is what get bootloaders locked down on newer model of phones. Look at Motorola and how they really cracked down on rooting. Well tried.

I will also say that you should be able to choose the stuff on your phone and not have to accept their bloat. Ie i will never use blockbuster. so why should that stay on my phone for ever.

 

[xkingofgodzx]

many on here would say to man up if you brick it. After all you did the modification and not HTC. So why should they foot the bill. Plus this is what get bootloaders locked down on newer model of phones. Look at Motorola and how they really cracked down on rooting. Well tried.

I will also say that you should be able to choose the stuff on your phone and not have to accept their bloat. Ie i will never use blockbuster. so why should that stay on my phone for ever.

Im pretty sure you can send it back to Verizon...idk though. Someone will have to confirm this but im pretty sure you can.

 

[UBRocked]

I'm going to get the TB on tuesday, well order it probably. So I was planning on rooting it, I have a little experience rooting, I did the mytouch 4g and had no problem. I'm not sure how that compares to the TB. So it voids the warrenty I know, would it be smart to use the phone for maybe a week or so to make sure that there are no problems with the phone before rooting? And lets say I do brick the phone when rooting, then what? am I SOL and have to spend $600 or whatever it is to get a new phone or is there something I can do to hide that it's been bricked from a failed rooting.

First of all "bricking" is the most improperly user term. When your phone is bricked...you are 100% screwed. Getting stuck in a boot loop, then restoring a backup or flashing a new ROM is not bricking your phone.

Brick = no bootable OS + no working recovery + no chance of getting a working OS and no chance of getting a working recovery,

I've never bricked a device and I've flashed countless ROMs, kernels, etc. I think the people that brick their devices the most are probably the developers because of the nature of what they are doing with the devices.

But yes, if you brick it, you should buy a new device. There are ways to beat the system but I'm not going to help you with that as the cost of your replacement device will eventually be paid for by other consumers of other devices. But $600 is pretty steep...so do what you gotta do at that point...all I'm saying. If you follow direction well...you shouldn't have an issue like that.