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T-Mobile is reported to have started rolling out the Windows Phone 8107 update for the HTC HD7. The update introduces a number of changes including a fix for the disappearing keyboard bug. You can receive the update for your device by connecting your HD7 to your computer using the Zune Desktop Software on your Windows Computer or by using Windows Phone Connector on your Mac.
The update is said to start rolling out today and should reach all devices eventually.
The HTC HD 7 features a 4.3 inch touch display 16GB of internal storage, a 5 megapixel camera with dual LED flash and is powered by a 1GHz processor
T-Mobile has still not announced when the update will be released for the Nokia Lumia 710.
source : T-Mobile
HTC HD7 receives (8107) software update
T-Mobile is reported to have started rolling out the Windows Phone 8107 update for the HTC HD7. The update introduces a number of changes including a fix for the disappearing keyboard bug. You can receive the update for your device by connecting your HD7 to your computer using the Zune Desktop Software on your Windows Computer or by using Windows Phone Connector on your Mac.The update is said to start rolling out today and should reach all devices eventually.
The HTC HD 7 features a 4.3 inch touch display 16GB of internal storage, a 5 megapixel camera with dual LED flash and is powered by a 1GHz processor
T-Mobile has still not announced when the update will be released for the Nokia Lumia 710.
source : T-Mobile
DJs
Teh NextGen+ custom ROM for the HTC HD7 has been updated again taking it to version 2.0. You can read about the previous release of this ROM here.
NextGen+ ROM for HTC HD7 updated (2.0)
The new version improves on the previous build and is now available in a lite or full version to suite your requirements.
The features of the NextGen+ ROM for HTC HD7 follows:
source - XDA Developers
The features of the NextGen+ ROM for HTC HD7 follows:
- Windows Phone 7.5 (Build 7740.16)
- MultiLanguage (in Full Version)
- High Speed
- Full-Unlocked
- Installing *.xap from IE
- The easy, optimized and modified ROM
- New exclusive iconpack
- OEM apps, Wallpapers, ringtones, sounds from Nokia Lumia 710 / 800
- Internet Sharing
- Visual Studio Debugging
- Colored Themes
- New, great wallpapers, pictures, sounds
- Some minor reg Tweaks
- OEM apps from HTC Omega / Eternity
source - XDA Developers
DJs
The HTC HD7 is one of the better Windows Phones, but is ageing fast as newer devices come in. If you are interested in giving some new life to your device you may want to check out the NextGen+ custom ROM by Zloy Pryanik at XDA Developers.
The latest version 1.8 brings the 7740 OS update as well as the latest drivers and radio software along with some enhancements.
The set of features of the custom ROM follows:
NextGen+ custom ROM for HTC HD7
The HTC HD7 is one of the better Windows Phones, but is ageing fast as newer devices come in. If you are interested in giving some new life to your device you may want to check out the NextGen+ custom ROM by Zloy Pryanik at XDA Developers.The latest version 1.8 brings the 7740 OS update as well as the latest drivers and radio software along with some enhancements.
The set of features of the custom ROM follows:
- Light ROM (~260 mb *.nbh include radio)
- Full-Unlocked (full support registry edit / ie install .xap ... etc) Mega Thanks DFT Team
- Firmware reduced by 31MB , registry - 500kb
- Update OEM software , add Touchexplorer, registry editor
- Deleted Device Feedback
- New sound camera shot
- New Wallpapers, pictures
- Ringtones and Sounds from Apple iPhone
- Facebook-blue accent colour
- Custom system graphics
- Watch videos from Zune using Bluetooth Headphones
- Enabled IPV6
The result is well working ROM you are sure to enjoy. Other improvements include, coloured emoticons, colours new accounts and improved battery life which makes this a must have MOD for anyone looking to install a custom ROM on their HTC HD7 Windows Phone.
source - XDA Developers
DJs
A developer over at XDA Developers has cooked the first ever custom firmware for the Windows Phone 7 running HTC HD7. The HD7 features a 4.3 inch touch display, 16GB of storage, a 5 megapixel camera and powered by a 1GHz processor.
[NOTE] Installing custom ROMs can void the warranty of your device and has the chance of bricking your device leaving it un-usable. Please do not follow this guide unless you are aware of teh consequences of installing custom ROMs
[DISCLAIMER] This site or the developer of the ROM is not responsible for any data loss of malfunctioning of your device which may occur from installing this ROM.
source - XDADevelopers
[Guide] How to install a custom ROM on HTC HD7 Windows Phone
A developer over at XDA Developers has cooked the first ever custom firmware for the Windows Phone 7 running HTC HD7. The HD7 features a 4.3 inch touch display, 16GB of storage, a 5 megapixel camera and powered by a 1GHz processor.The custom ROM which comes from XDA forums developer ansar.ath.gr brings an experience similar to the stock ROM, but additionally allows you to upgrade to Windows Phone Mango Beta 2 without any additional steps and allows you to sideload apps.
[NOTE] Installing custom ROMs can void the warranty of your device and has the chance of bricking your device leaving it un-usable. Please do not follow this guide unless you are aware of teh consequences of installing custom ROMs
[DISCLAIMER] This site or the developer of the ROM is not responsible for any data loss of malfunctioning of your device which may occur from installing this ROM.
- Download the custom ROM.
- Follow this guide to install RSPL and HSPL on your device.
- Connect your device to your computer.
- Extract the file you downloading in Step 1,
- Open the folder and launch ROMUpdateUtility.exe
- Follow the on-screen instructions
The ability to sideload apps must be retained. If you are using Mango Beta 2 build 7403 use the following steps
- Launch Update_Mango_XBMODDeployer.xap
- Run XMOD.Files.Deployer and uninstall it.
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- Run XMOD.Files.Deployer and uninstall it.
- Launch Unlock_Mango_XBMODDeployer.xap
- Run XMOD.Files.Deployer and uninstall it.
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- Run XMOD.Files.Deployer and uninstall it.
- Install Touch Explorer
- Copy CustClear.provxml from My Documents\ My Ringtoes
- Paste it to \Windows
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- Update to Mango Beta 2 Build 7712. Once update is finished disconnect USB cable and enter your SIM PIN.
- - Uninstall connection Setup
- - Select HTC Apps from the Marketplace. Wait for Connection Setup to appear and Install it.
Your Chevron unlock will be retained.
source - XDADevelopers
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HTC has released several devices running Windows Phone 7 and the two featured devices the HTC HD7 and the HTC 7 Surround are flagships from T-Mobile and AT&T respectively. Windows Phone 7 is the latest mobile operating system and come from Microsoft midst a highly competitive mobile market.
Check out the comparison video of the two devices below:
source - PocketNow (YouTube)
HTC HD7 vs. HTC Surround - Video Comparison
HTC has released several devices running Windows Phone 7 and the two featured devices the HTC HD7 and the HTC 7 Surround are flagships from T-Mobile and AT&T respectively. Windows Phone 7 is the latest mobile operating system and come from Microsoft midst a highly competitive mobile market.
Check out the comparison video of the two devices below:
source - PocketNow (YouTube)
DJs
Check out the following hardware tour of the HTC HD7 for T-Mobile. The handset features a 4.3 inch touch display, 16GB of internal storage, a 5 megapixel camera with dual-LED flash which is capable of 720p HD video capture, and is powered by a 1GHz processor with 576MB of RAM.
source - PocketNow (YouTube)
HTC HD7 - Hardware Tour
Check out the following hardware tour of the HTC HD7 for T-Mobile. The handset features a 4.3 inch touch display, 16GB of internal storage, a 5 megapixel camera with dual-LED flash which is capable of 720p HD video capture, and is powered by a 1GHz processor with 576MB of RAM.
source - PocketNow (YouTube)
DJs
Check out this unboxing video of the HTC HD7 for T-Mobile, which happens to be one of the first Windows Phone 7 handsets. It features a 4.3 inch touch display, 16GB of internal storage, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz processor with 576MB of RAM.
source – PhoneDog
HTC HD7 - Unboxing Video
Check out this unboxing video of the HTC HD7 for T-Mobile, which happens to be one of the first Windows Phone 7 handsets. It features a 4.3 inch touch display, 16GB of internal storage, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz processor with 576MB of RAM.
DJs
Microsoft has officially launched their Windows Phone 7 mobile operating system today, which reveals some new Windows Phone devices from various manufactures. Windows Phone 7 (WP7) has a high set of hardware requirements which sets the features of some of these devices at the upper end of the mobile catalog.
HTC took the lead by launching 4 new WP7 devices today. All devices are expected in time for the holiday season. The HTC HD7 which will feature a 4.3" screen with a 1GHz CPU is similar is most aspects to the HD2 but features the new Windows Phone OS. The device is rich in connectivity and has an impressive 576MB of RAM. The HD7 weighs in at 162 grams and will feature a kickstand for watching movies. The HD7 will be exclusive to T-Mobile in the U.S. while OS and Movistar will feature the device is Europe.
The HTC 7 Surround shares most of the features of the HD7 but will additionally feature a slide out speaker and have a smaller screen at 3.8". The HTC 7 Mozart is a camera centric device with a 3.7" screen and featuring an 8MP camera with Xenon Flash. The Mozart will feature only 8GB of storage but will be attractive with it's 11.9mm waist... The HTC 7 Trophy is the most affordable of the HTC WP7 device lineup and will feature a 5MP camera on a 3.8" screen.
A fifth device was also planned but was only be released later next year. This device titled the HTC 7 Pro will feature a full slide and tilt QWERTY keyboard and be available in the CDMA flavor for Sprint.
DELL also previewed a Windows Phone 7 device which will feature a portrait QWERTY keyboard. The Dell Venue Pro will be exclusive to T-Mobile in the U.S.
First wave of Windows Phone 7 devices announced
Microsoft has officially launched their Windows Phone 7 mobile operating system today, which reveals some new Windows Phone devices from various manufactures. Windows Phone 7 (WP7) has a high set of hardware requirements which sets the features of some of these devices at the upper end of the mobile catalog.LG has released two new devices, the LG Optimus 7 (E900) and the LG Optimus 7Q (C900). The devices both feature 1GHz processors and 5MP cameras capable of HD video at 720p. the 7Q features a hardware QWERTY keyboard but a smaller screen at 3.5" compared to the 3.8" of the Optimus Q. Both devices will feature 16GB of on device storage with 512MB of RAM and a 512MB ROM. The devices will be powered by a generous 1500mAh battery.
Samsung also released two phones adding to the WP7 lineup. The Samsung Omnia 7 and the Samsung Focus both feature 1GHz snapdragon processors. The RAM on the Omnia 7 is still unknown while the Focus will feature 256MB of RAM and a 512MB ROM. Both devices will feature a 4" Super AMOLED screen with a 5MP camera capable of shooting HD video at 720p. They will feature 8GB of on device storage with the Focus also featuring a microSD slot which is not on the WP7 feature set. It is also noted that Samsung has chosen to go with the Qualcomm QSD8750 processor instead of their own Hummingbird processor.
HTC took the lead by launching 4 new WP7 devices today. All devices are expected in time for the holiday season. The HTC HD7 which will feature a 4.3" screen with a 1GHz CPU is similar is most aspects to the HD2 but features the new Windows Phone OS. The device is rich in connectivity and has an impressive 576MB of RAM. The HD7 weighs in at 162 grams and will feature a kickstand for watching movies. The HD7 will be exclusive to T-Mobile in the U.S. while OS and Movistar will feature the device is Europe.
The HTC 7 Surround shares most of the features of the HD7 but will additionally feature a slide out speaker and have a smaller screen at 3.8". The HTC 7 Mozart is a camera centric device with a 3.7" screen and featuring an 8MP camera with Xenon Flash. The Mozart will feature only 8GB of storage but will be attractive with it's 11.9mm waist... The HTC 7 Trophy is the most affordable of the HTC WP7 device lineup and will feature a 5MP camera on a 3.8" screen.
A fifth device was also planned but was only be released later next year. This device titled the HTC 7 Pro will feature a full slide and tilt QWERTY keyboard and be available in the CDMA flavor for Sprint.
DELL also previewed a Windows Phone 7 device which will feature a portrait QWERTY keyboard. The Dell Venue Pro will be exclusive to T-Mobile in the U.S.
The Venus Pro will feature a 4.1" screen. It's screen features Gorilla Glass for scratch resistance.
So which device suits you best? Do you think Microsoft will succeed with their brand new lineup of Windows Phone devices? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.
So which device suits you best? Do you think Microsoft will succeed with their brand new lineup of Windows Phone devices? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.