Just bought the XV6800 for verizon.. need help.

ssorg87 · #1 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 08:09 AM

I just bought the phone and want to get the most out of this phone. I do not have a data plan so I have been using the wifi. I know I need to update the version rom but when I go to the sites it all is the 2... version not the 3.16 version. Any suggestions? And anything else I should do? I need all the help I can get. Thanks guys

**weedahoe** · #2 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 08:29 AM

please read a lot of the things here on the board because if you want to do GPS on that VZW 68 then you need NOT do the most recent ROM update available from VZW.

As for everything else, read this thread here

**jason25** · #3 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 08:29 AM

Welcome. You found the right place for mod's and updates.

ssorg87 · #4 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by weedahoe

please read a lot of the things here on the board because if you want to do GPS on that VZW 68 then you need NOT do the most recent ROM update available from VZW.

As for everything else, read this thread here

Alright if I dont need to do the most recent Rom update what do I need to do? I am sorry I am totally new to modding phones.

**bbsandkm** · #5 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 08:54 AM

you are probably are going to try to make it look like the iphone search for an application called IFONZ

**weedahoe** · #6 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by ssorg87

Alright if I dont need to do the most recent Rom update what do I need to do? I am sorry I am totally new to modding phones.

Its not what you need to do but rather what do you WANT to do. You can leave it just as it is and it will be fine. So the Q is what are you trying to do and what do you want the device to do. Once we know that then we can start trying to guide you more. Most ppl want a custom ROM with GPS. Thats why I gave you that thread to read.

ssorg87 · #7 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 09:42 AM

Well I tried to update my rom and install the radio and it went through did it and now rebooted and is stuck at the verizon screen.... nothing happens. What should I do?

**nuguy** · #8 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 11:26 AM

pull the battery out for about 15 seconds then pop it back in and press the power button to boot back up...

zadok · #9 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by nuguy

pull the battery out for about 15 seconds then pop it back in and press the power button to boot back up...

I found the detailed instructions by GaMedic to be particularly helpful.

Step by Step tutorial for unlocking your device and cooking your own ROM!!!

After having upgraded the xv6700; I found that the Lock/Unlock topic to be difficult for me to understand.

Please keep posting your progress.

roopull · #10 (**permalink**) 09-19-2008, 12:35 PM

If you're new to these types of phones, I think the best thing you can do is install a program to make the interface easier to operate with your fingers. Some of the phones w/o keyboards have similar interfaces...

I use the HTC Home set up that you can find here on the forums.

It's also worth mentioning that I found the "kitchen" Roms to be less stable than the official ones. Until you start running out of memory, I'd just stick with Verizon's Rom & add programs you want.

That's my 2 cents, anyhoo.

Here's what Home looks like... ignore the wall paper. I'm referring to the icons on the screen.

contacts touch-dialing tab

weather tab... touch it for a 5 day forecast

application launcher... much easer than hitting start, programs & then finding the app you want to use. Just put your favorite ones, here.

Mine is from Sprint, so your mileage my vary.