Upgrading to a custom Froyo for idiots?

Grateful Dave · #1 (**permalink**) 02-06-2011, 07:36 PM

Hi!

I looked around and can't find anything on this site that explains the basics needed to upgrade to a custom Froyo setup on my Epic. Is there anything for the beginner who just wants an upgrade? Is there any help that breaks it down step by step and explains the terms (e.g. rooted, etc)

Also, I saw a custom upgrade TrulyEpic Rebirth is anyone familiar with it? One of the things I read on different sites is that it allows the epic to have video chat on Skype. What i want most from my Epic that it is missing is Voice command, better battery life, and video chat on Skype.

My alternative is to return my Epic and wait until Sprint upgrades to Froyo and return to my Touch Pro until then. I appreciate help.

Thanks

David

**darren.wlsn1** · #2 (**permalink**) 02-06-2011, 07:56 PM

http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/sprint-epi...lick-root.html

**shane6374** · #3 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 12:19 AM

Also look at this thread. http://forum.ppcgeeks.com/sprint-epi...s-dummies.html

**gullzway** · #4 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 01:04 AM

In my opinion, the easiest way to get to a Stock DK28 Froyo Rom with Clockwork recovery built in( allowing you to flash custom Roms) is right here
[Stock Flash][Odin]Dk28 Extended 12/05/2010 inc. Root,GPS hack,Clockwork+Redir. - xda-developers

Heres the Download Multiupload.com - upload your files to multiple file hosting sites!

Put your phone in Download mode( Volume Down, Camera, Power Button) Open Odin, select the modem pit and pda file, hit enter, and Enjoy!

Grateful Dave · #5 (**permalink**) 02-07-2011, 11:48 PM

Thanks for the advice. I think I can now piece together what to do. I guess this as much hand holding as i am going to get, so i am going to take the plunge. It seems like Gullzway's method is the simplistic. I get odin, clockworkmd 3, and the stock DK28. Then I can go to Midnight Rom and flash from the SC card? People recommend wiping data three time, where/how do you do that?

Will I be able to video chat through Skype after this? Thanks. I really appreciate the time and patience. Sorry i missed the wiki. Couldn't find the link.

David

Thanks

**shane6374** · #6 (**permalink**) 02-08-2011, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Grateful Dave

Thanks for the advice. I think I can now piece together what to do. I guess this as much hand holding as i am going to get, so i am going to take the plunge. It seems like Gullzway's method is the simplistic. I get odin, clockworkmd 3, and the stock DK28. Then I can go to Midnight Rom and flash from the SC card? People recommend wiping data three time, where/how do you do that?

Will I be able to video chat through Skype after this? Thanks. I really appreciate the time and patience. Sorry i missed the wiki. Couldn't find the link.

David

Thanks

Copy the rom to the SD, backup with CWM3, 3x wipe with CWM3, flash rom. Skype will only work over wifi.