14 DAY TRIAL // The first Android builds for the high-end HTC HD2 device emerged into the wild several months ago, and now a new such solution is available for download, enabling a better use of the handset, it seems.
The best part when it comes to HD2 and the Android platform is that users can pair the two without having to flash the OS on their mobile phones.
Courtesy of an application, those interested in getting Android on their HD2 units can do so while keeping the Windows Mobile platform intact on the handset, as it enables dual boot on the handset.
The new Android 2.2 Froyo ROM for HD2 can be easily installed, a recent post on XDA-Developers notes, adding that it packs all of the features that one might want to find there, including the HTC Sense UI.
Since one of the common issues with these ports is that the handset does not function at normal parameters, the author of the build says that, with his solution installed, HD2 should have the following features working: - Bluetooth: A2DP, streaming audio, answering and ending calls, etc. BT Keyboards don't work yet. - Camera w/flash & Camcorder - 3G & EDGE. - WiFi: Confirmed working with WEP and WPA. - GPS. - SIM contacts are working. - Automount (a free app) to mount your SD Card. (Simply open Automount, set it to mount, then plug in your USB cable.) - FM Radio
Moreover, he notes that the latest release of the port comes with a series of enhancements over the previous version, including EVO and Nexus cam interfaces, live wallpapers, voice dialer, and better app/market stability.
Other changes in the new release include: - PPP and RMNET versions will be available without having to patch anything. - More default APN some corrected including TMOUS. - Root file system will allow easier updating in the future. - Switched to kernel from git. No overclocking. You can install any other kernel you wish. - Improved WIFI performance. - This should be my best build yet.
Those interested in downloading and installing the solution should find all the necessary details on it here.