webOS 2.1 on Pixi effort, Official Thread

NuttyBunny · 03:09 PM

Ok people, as some of you know, I managed to get copies of 2 versions of webOS 2.x for Pixi, one is 2.1 (Barleywine), and the other is 2.0 (Blowfish).

The intention is to make an effort to place these versions on a new Pixi (mr.xtop has already downgraded his Pixi to 1.4.5 so we don't have his info anymore).

With the help of some you guys, I've managed to get a GSM AT&T Pixi, and I've just managed to unlock it. It's running 1.4.5 right now, and I'm in the process of looking for the way to upgrade it.

The backup was done with Meta Doctor, but the webOS Internals groups is not associated with this effort, so, please, don't bug them or make claims against them, we don't want to damage relationships here, ok?

Thanks for your attention. Now, let the fun begin.

UPDATE:
As many of you know, this is now working.
The instructions are here: This is it. webOS 2.1 on *your* Pixi Plus GSM | The NuttyBunny
The files can be found with google.
Read the last pages of the thread if you have doubts.

What works:
GSM Pixi
- Everything in a 2.1 installation except Flash, Voice Dial and Overclocked Kernels
- SMS works after updating the modem firmware

CDMA Pixi (both Verizon and Sprint)
- Recommendation: Install 1.4.5, activate it, then proceed with 2.1.
- Apparently works after installing, entering developer mode (##DEVMODE#), then doing a full erase to let the Pixi reactivate itself.

Most 2.1 patches should work with no further modification

What doesn't work:
- Paid App Access. It won't work to download 2.1 apps, don't bother. Read the thread to find an alternate way to have a 1.4.5 version on your profile, which will let you download ONLY 1.4.x apps (paid if you want). **You need to edit the /etc/palm-build-info on your Pixi, this way: Line 1 from the 2.1 version, subsequent lines from 1.4.5 version, login to your profile again, you may use Impostah to do this**
- Most PDK apps won't work because we're on a different processor, also 1.4.5 Pre games won't work as well. Of course, Pixi PDK apps should work. Also, NDrive works.
- No Flash, No Voice Dial
- There are no and there will be NO custom kernels for this. STOP ASKING.
- And well, it's pretty slow, but you can install govnah, set it to 600Mhz userspace with no compcache and almost enjoy it

Warnings:
Please, DON'T do the "quick tests" or you Pixi may die a horrible death, read zacky59's posts.

Thanks to everyone for your help, and if you'd like to donate, PM me for the info.

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 11:29 AM

thanks so much! and please try the cdma version, thanks so much!

NuttyBunny · 04/22/2011, 11:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zacky59

thanks so much! and please try the cdma version, thanks so much!

I don't have a CDMA Pixi.

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 11:38 AM

CDMA phones are verizon's pixi plus and sprint's pixi.

if theres anyway to get one of those than please do, or just expirment around on the GSM version and see if it works for CDMA too.. because most of the populations pixi's are CDMA at&t is the only gsm network with a pixi. the rest are CDMA such as verizon and sprint

Saijin_Naib · 04/22/2011, 12:42 PM

He doesn't live in the US. He has no means of testing a CDMA Pixi, and furthermore, CDMA is US only. Nobody else around the world would benefit from a CDMA Pixi+ with 2.1

Think outside of our borders :P

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 01:04 PM

The Palm Pixi has the most sales in the US anyways! so it would accualy benefit a lot of users.

cmilette · 04/22/2011, 01:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zacky59

The Palm Pixi has the most sales in the US anyways! so it would accualy benefit a lot of users.

if you're so passionate about 2.x for the CDMA pixi, then buy one for the OP

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 01:37 PM

haha, good point there... well just do your best,
thanks!

patrickc · 04/22/2011, 01:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmilette

if you're so passionate about 2.x for the CDMA pixi, then buy one for the OP

+1

giggles · 04/22/2011, 03:59 PM

If you need anything about he CDMA pixi or testing possibly im open.

Orion Antares · 04/22/2011, 04:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmilette

if you're so passionate about 2.x for the CDMA pixi, then buy one for the OP

Verizon Pixi's are selling all over for $40-$60 contract free, so he could.

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 05:29 PM

Im telling you, more people wold enjoy CDMA version.

rwhitby · 04/22/2011, 05:44 PM

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-- Rod

pezman726 · 04/22/2011, 05:52 PM

seriously. Let nuttybunny focus on getting it to work on one device. If that works, then constantly hound him about your damn cdma phone...but my god, let the man get something working first.

cmilette · 04/22/2011, 06:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zacky59

Im telling you, more people wold enjoy CDMA version.

now you're just being annoying.
patience is a virtue, and if you're not contributing ANYTHING, not even discussion-wise, then please leave the forums and come back when the OS is finalized and able to be distributed.

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 06:56 PM

Ok, im sorry.

Seowave · 04/22/2011, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Saijin_Naib

He doesn't live in the US. He has no means of testing a CDMA Pixi, and furthermore, CDMA is US only. Nobody else around the world would benefit from a CDMA Pixi+ with 2.1

Think outside of our borders :P

Actually this isn't 100% true. The US (or United States) isn't the only place CDMA is present. It's present in the Americas (Canada, South America, etc.) and they use CDMA over in Asia. South Korea is pretty big on it and I believe in Japan as well.

I believe the only place that doesn't have CDMA at all is Europe.

As for the firmware working on a CMDA phone. Don't get your hopes up at all.

giggles · 04/22/2011, 08:13 PM

Why is there all this talk of CDMA not working or working? He can do anything he puts his mind to. You dont know this is all new ground for us. Let him troubleshoot him all this in his own way. Even if that means starting with gsm first. which is the more logical thing to do.

NuttyBunny · 04/22/2011, 08:14 PM

Running 2.1 now. Wifi and GPS working. 3G Data working. I haven't tested calls yet as this SIM is Data-only. A problem popped up, I can't access the cryptofs, cleaning the patches manually...

Thank god for the "pastillas de valemadrina".

zacky59 · 04/22/2011, 08:17 PM

omg!!! thank youuu soo mucchh! hope it works for cdma

04/22/2011, 11:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
NuttyBunny Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Mexico Posts: 2,392 Likes Received: 225 Thanks: 88 Thanked 944 Times in 475 Posts	webOS 2.1 on Pixi effort, Official Thread Ok people, as some of you know, I managed to get copies of 2 versions of webOS 2.x for Pixi, one is 2.1 (Barleywine), and the other is 2.0 (Blowfish). The intention is to make an effort to place these versions on a new Pixi (mr.xtop has already downgraded his Pixi to 1.4.5 so we don't have his info anymore). With the help of some you guys, I've managed to get a GSM AT&T Pixi, and I've just managed to unlock it. It's running 1.4.5 right now, and I'm in the process of looking for the way to upgrade it. The backup was done with Meta Doctor, but the webOS Internals groups is not associated with this effort, so, please, don't bug them or make claims against them, we don't want to damage relationships here, ok? Thanks for your attention. Now, let the fun begin. UPDATE: As many of you know, this is now working. The instructions are here: This is it. webOS 2.1 on your Pixi Plus GSM \| The NuttyBunny The files can be found with google. Read the last pages of the thread if you have doubts. What works: GSM Pixi - Everything in a 2.1 installation except Flash, Voice Dial and Overclocked Kernels - SMS works after updating the modem firmware CDMA Pixi (both Verizon and Sprint) - Recommendation: Install 1.4.5, activate it, then proceed with 2.1. - Apparently works after installing, entering developer mode (##DEVMODE#), then doing a full erase to let the Pixi reactivate itself. Most 2.1 patches should work with no further modification What doesn't work: - Paid App Access. It won't work to download 2.1 apps, don't bother. Read the thread to find an alternate way to have a 1.4.5 version on your profile, which will let you download ONLY 1.4.x apps (paid if you want). You need to edit the /etc/palm-build-info on your Pixi, this way: Line 1 from the 2.1 version, subsequent lines from 1.4.5 version, login to your profile again, you may use Impostah to do this - Most PDK apps won't work because we're on a different processor, also 1.4.5 Pre games won't work as well. Of course, Pixi PDK apps should work. Also, NDrive works. - No Flash, No Voice Dial - There are no and there will be NO custom kernels for this. STOP ASKING. - And well, it's pretty slow, but you can install govnah, set it to 600Mhz userspace with no compcache and almost enjoy it Warnings: Please, DON'T do the "quick tests" or you Pixi may die a horrible death, read zacky59's posts. Thanks to everyone for your help, and if you'd like to donate, PM me for the info. __________________ Just remember: If I helped you, press the thanks button! Owner of: Pre Sprint, Pre Telcel, Pre Plus AT&T, Pre 2 Unlocked, Pixi Plus AT&T, TouchPad, and a shiny new AT&T Pre3. Needs: Veer (anyone?) Apps: Subnet Calculator, FreeCam, PhotoFun, NuttyPad (work in progress) HomeBrew: meta-doctor and Messaging Plugins collaborator Twitter: @cesarneg Last edited by NuttyBunny; 08/24/2011 at 03:09 PM. Reason: Updated with some little information, most of it is still current.
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04/22/2011, 11:29 AM	#2 (permalink)
zacky59 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 444 Likes Received: 23 Thanks: 55 Thanked 32 Times in 14 Posts	thanks so much! and please try the cdma version, thanks so much!
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04/22/2011, 11:38 AM	#4 (permalink)
zacky59 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 444 Likes Received: 23 Thanks: 55 Thanked 32 Times in 14 Posts	CDMA phones are verizon's pixi plus and sprint's pixi. if theres anyway to get one of those than please do, or just expirment around on the GSM version and see if it works for CDMA too.. because most of the populations pixi's are CDMA at&t is the only gsm network with a pixi. the rest are CDMA such as verizon and sprint
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Saijin_Naib Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 199 Likes Received: 4 Thanks: 48 Thanked 13 Times in 12 Posts	He doesn't live in the US. He has no means of testing a CDMA Pixi, and furthermore, CDMA is US only. Nobody else around the world would benefit from a CDMA Pixi+ with 2.1 Think outside of our borders :P
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04/22/2011, 01:04 PM	#6 (permalink)
zacky59 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 444 Likes Received: 23 Thanks: 55 Thanked 32 Times in 14 Posts	The Palm Pixi has the most sales in the US anyways! so it would accualy benefit a lot of users.
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04/22/2011, 01:37 PM	#8 (permalink)
zacky59 Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 444 Likes Received: 23 Thanks: 55 Thanked 32 Times in 14 Posts	haha, good point there... well just do your best, thanks!
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04/22/2011, 05:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
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04/22/2011, 06:56 PM	#16 (permalink)
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