Guest jamesyuk Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 I've been trying all night to get hold of the Orange UK 4.2.1.1 ROM but the links I have (from this site) to Orange's page just give me a 404 page not found error. The first part of the link begins: http://www.orange.co.uk/c500patch/ I tried going to this exact address and what do you know, my pc started downloading a file called: TY_ORUK_255115_4212_0328_ship.exe (22.6 Mb in size) Could it be that they have pulled the 4.2.1.1 rom and are trying out a new 4.2.1.2 rom? I'm not keen to run the upgrade since I have no idea what it would do. Anybody know where I can get the 4.2.1.1 rom, other than Orange's site? I'm desperate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tech Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 (edited) i doubt very much orange will be releasing a new ROM reason being because the new SPV devices are here and more to come in November and Jan. I also asked orange this Q and they said that its unlikely for a new ROM for C500 they keep saying "we test our ROMS before putting it up for official download and make sure that everything is working fine" - I disagree on that statement because of what people have said about the 4.2.1.1 ROM breaking TOMTOM! the "4.2.1.2" could just be a fix for tomtom if that rom is a "true" rom... back to your Q: I have the update on my laptop if you need it? I can transfer it to you by msn if you like? just send me a pm Edited September 9, 2005 by Tech Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tech Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 well i just spoke to orange about this... and they are basically saying they dont recommend downloading the "c500patch" link because its "unofficial" - which is true but then most people would complain saying that its on their official website... i wouldnt download it personally... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Maxrom Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 Well, I was having a few odd problems with my C500, so I thought what the hell, and downloaded it. The firmware does identify itself as 4.2.1.2 upon running the install app, and it has sucessfully upgraded my C500 now to 4.2.1.2. I've no idea what it's supposed to fix, but if it's cured my garbled voice problem on some calls, I'll be happy. I'll run up a few apps, and see if there's anything obvious thats now fixed/broken over 4.2.1.1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Disco Stu Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 The official Orange update can be found on the website under Help & Advice, Your Phone etc. The exact address starts http://www2.orange.co.uk/servlet/Satellite?pa...etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tech Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 (edited) The official Orange update can be found on the website under Help & Advice, Your Phone etc. The exact address starts http://www2.orange.co.uk/servlet/Satellite?pa...etc <{POST_SNAPBACK}> lol it made the link incorrect its wierd! I phoned up orange after reading this thread and they said "no"... wtf i still wouldnt update it until it officially is put up on the help and support page :o my fav stu man said its available there? but not at this end... still says 4.2.1.1 and the link for that doesnt work... Edited September 9, 2005 by Tech Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shadamehr Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 I'm downloading it now too. From those that have installed it, any ideas or observations as to what's new, different, improved, or worse on this new 'test' rom??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Maxrom Posted September 9, 2005 Report Share Posted September 9, 2005 I'm downloading it now too. From those that have installed it, any ideas or observations as to what's new, different, improved, or worse on this new 'test' rom??? <{POST_SNAPBACK}> At the moment, everything seems to be running fine :( Not found any problems so far. Cant comment on the garbled voice problem I was having with 4.2.1.1 as it's only intermittent, but I'm hoping. I can confirm FuseSP, Agile Messenger, TCPMP, TT5 Mobile, and Alarm Set are running without problems. Oh, my SmartGPS app is fine too! :o Lol, I'm still not sure yet what this update is supposed to fix, but if I spot anything, I'll let you know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Disco Stu Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 my fav stu man said its available there? but not at this end... still says 4.2.1.1 and the link for that doesnt work... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hmmm...should have checked first :oops: I doubt that there would be much difference between a ROM named 4.2.1.2 and one named 4.2.1.1 though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tech Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 (edited) ^ agreed wonder if some nutta put it there for internal testin but put it on the external official site.. lol (coincidence that the original 4.2.1.1 link is dead....) maybe fixes TOM TOM issue? can someone confirm? (i dont have tomtom) Edited September 10, 2005 by Tech Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Disco Stu Posted September 10, 2005 Report Share Posted September 10, 2005 Or maybe it fixes the TV remote problem.... :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest linker3000 Posted September 12, 2005 Report Share Posted September 12, 2005 Or maybe it fixes the TV remote problem.... :o <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Maybe the answerphone no becoming 654321? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gobshite Posted September 12, 2005 Report Share Posted September 12, 2005 ok, so i downloaded this... will I have to re-install all my apps if I install this? regards Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest awarner [MVP] Posted September 12, 2005 Report Share Posted September 12, 2005 You will have to install and resync your contacts etc as the update will wipe the phone and then install the update. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Disco Stu Posted September 12, 2005 Report Share Posted September 12, 2005 I've been trying all night to get hold of the Orange UK 4.2.1.1 ROM but the links I have (from this site) to Orange's page just give me a 404 page not found error. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I noticed elsewhere on the Orange website that they are undertaking a major refurbishment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tech Posted September 12, 2005 Report Share Posted September 12, 2005 I noticed elsewhere on the Orange website that they are undertaking a major refurbishment. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> how convenient! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Griff_FFOC Posted September 14, 2005 Report Share Posted September 14, 2005 I hope that it solves two issues I have with the recent rom update. a) the answer phone number reverting to 654321, and :o being able to hear 'noise' at the beginning and end of sounds. (i.e. press a key, you then get 'noise, the actual sound, and then noise again". This was never their on my original ROM. You can hear it if you listen closely, and it's terrible when using a headset. I doubt it will do either of those anyway, As for it fixing Tom Tom. I can't see that being the case. Tom Tom isn't a Microsoft/Orange program so it would be down to the developer/manufacturer to make sure it works on the new Rom's. Much like when a new version of Windows is released, you can't blame Microsoft if some third party software doesn't work on the new OS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 3xH Posted September 20, 2005 Report Share Posted September 20, 2005 I hope that it solves two issues I have with the recent rom update. a) the answer phone number reverting to 654321, and :o being able to hear 'noise' at the beginning and end of sounds. (i.e. press a key, you then get 'noise, the actual sound, and then noise again". This was never their on my original ROM. You can hear it if you listen closely, and it's terrible when using a headset. I doubt it will do either of those anyway, As for it fixing Tom Tom. I can't see that being the case. Tom Tom isn't a Microsoft/Orange program so it would be down to the developer/manufacturer to make sure it works on the new Rom's. Much like when a new version of Windows is released, you can't blame Microsoft if some third party software doesn't work on the new OS. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Downloading 4.2.1.2 see if it fixes any of the problems i have been having (Random Account switching when trying to download email, backlight staying on after tomtom being used, random lockups etc...) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DomConway Posted September 22, 2005 Report Share Posted September 22, 2005 Be interested to know if any new C500s from Orange have this version... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Tech Posted September 22, 2005 Report Share Posted September 22, 2005 well i did upgrade to 4.2.1.2 the link on orange website redirects it now to the new ROM... not the actual link but redirects it to c500patch url.... it seems fine, nothing different for now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest _Belial Posted September 22, 2005 Report Share Posted September 22, 2005 well i did upgrade to 4.2.1.2 the link on orange website redirects it now to the new ROM... not the actual link but redirects it to c500patch url.... it seems fine, nothing different for now... <{POST_SNAPBACK}> IU've just flashed mine the answerphone now does default to the correct +447973100123 number not sure what else changed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Griff_FFOC Posted September 23, 2005 Report Share Posted September 23, 2005 Does this new rom say 4.2.1.2 in the About menu, because the Orange "download software updates" web page linking to the file still says 4.2.1.1 (even though it points to the new file). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest _Belial Posted September 23, 2005 Report Share Posted September 23, 2005 (edited) Does this new rom say 4.2.1.2 in the About menu, because the Orange "download software updates" web page linking to the file still says 4.2.1.1 (even though it points to the new file). <{POST_SNAPBACK}> it reports as Version 4.21.1088 (Build 15045.2.6.0) Radio Version 1337.0.42_0.03.28 ROM update versions : 4.2.1.2 Manufacturer : 2.5.1.115 File Sytem : 4.21.15045.0 Edited September 23, 2005 by _Belial Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Griff_FFOC Posted September 23, 2005 Report Share Posted September 23, 2005 I wonder why the manufacturer has a different code from the previous rom? It's different to mine at least (2.0.1.12) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Griff_FFOC Posted September 23, 2005 Report Share Posted September 23, 2005 Just updated mine, and not had any problems so far, and the answer phone is now set properly too. :o Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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