By now, we all know that HTC is working with Verizon and Sprint to bring Android 2.1 (with Sense) to the Eris and the Hero. We’ve seen a few leaked versions of Android 2.1 with Sense in the past (including the infamous Espresso build) but this is the first build we have seen with the Eris’ name attached.
The ROM was leaked last night on XDA-Developers by someone who claims to work for HTC in China. At first glance, there were a few issues with the files, but after some quick work and tweaks, the developers were able to get the ROM loaded up on the HTC DROID Eris. A few developers are already hard at work, trying to port the build over to the CDMA Sprint Hero.
From reading through the forums, this appears to be the same build of Android 2.1 with Sense as we saw of the HTC Legend that was unveiled at Mobile World Congress, though there are a few things that have been left out (live wallpapers). There is no indication that this is the final 2.1 build for the HTC Eris or when the final build will be pushed out to the Verizon handset.
NOTE: Leading any ROM onto your phone could cause it to stop working. Proceed at your own risk.
If you have a DROID Eris and want to give it a try, there’s what you need to know:
Ok everyone you wanted a tutorial here you go.
This if for instructional purposes only, I’m not responsible if you break your phone.
Step 1. Get the patched 2.1 Rom here –> http://www.sendspace.com/file/frqze0
Step 2. Place PB00IMG.zip onto your phones SD card
Step 3. make sure phone is off and hold Power button and Call Button.
Step 4. the menu opens quickly press the power key over the hboot option.
Step 5. Follow the instructions onscreen to install the update. the phone will reboot a few times.Notes: The phone will wipe all user data the sd card is untouched, i made a backup for safety purposes
I did it and it works great. I held down the “volume down button” and the “end call button” to get it to load. Took all of 10 minutes and it works like a charm. Honestly, the phone seems to run a lot quicker and the new features rock. Give it a whirl.
Agreed I did the same. A lot of people complaining about little issues however the performance improvements and features of 2.1 are well worth it.
I’m so skeptical about using the ROM to upgrade to 2.1. Have you Ryans have any problems In the days since? Is there any reason NOT to upgrade before the official update comes out? Does anyone know if there’s a way to revert to 1.5 if something goes wrong?
I totally love this phone and would hate to have anything go wrong with it. I read in another forum that upgrading the OS via ROM will void the software warranty…
Thoughts?
If you’ve waited this long without 2.1, I’d suggest waiting it out. Yes, rooting your phone may void your warranty, but if you make a backup of your current ROM or reflash 1.5, they will never know. I’ve been running the Eris 2.1 ROm on my G1 for a little over a week as it works great. As usual, there are some things that don’t work perfectly since it was never intended for my phone (camera, GPS, Bluetooth, LED) but I can say that the new 2.1 improvements are a pleasure to use.
I installed the Rom and it works well…. Definate improvement in performance… I would like to reflash back to 1.5 and wait for the official Verizon release… how do i do this?
Thanks.
Still no ‘official’ word from HTC or Verizon on the 2.1 update for Eris. The reps at Verizon kept eluding to sometime in April, but nothing has been confirmed. Read more here: http://eugeneorourke.com/blog/droid-eris-release-date-update/
Here is a total noob question… what happens when the real official update comes out.. Do you need to unroot or will it just over write
@scott You’ll need to unroot and reflash the stock ROM
and how do i do that… where is the 1.5 rom found
I downloaded the ROM for droid 2.1 eris, When I go to open it. It says windows can’t open it where or how do I get it to work on my phone????
The best place to answer these questions is xda-developers.com, they have guides on how to root your phone and how to install the different ROMs.
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