The Rogers HTC Magic Ion HoFo Community ROM

Posted by Paul Weiss on July 15, 2009

Posted in: Android. Tagged: Android, Community, Google, HoFo, Howard Forums, Ion, nk02, Rogers, ROM. 47 comments

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I’ve just made a new HoFo Ion ROM, which is based on nk02‘s modification’s. The Ion ROM is a special ROM that was given to developers by Google – it is the fastest Android ROM out there now. The best part about this ROM for Rogers users is that there is no time stamp issue in this ROM. Other than the speed, don’t expect anything special. One thing that you will notice is that you will not have an “H” in your status bar when using 3G HSPA data, but your Magic is in fact transferring data at HSPA speeds.

Here are some of the changes that I’ve made to nk02′s lite version:

- modified the boot.img for the Rogers HTC Magic
- replaced the WLAN driver to make the WiFi functional
- added all of the Hero ringtones
- added Exchange support
- added Quick Office
- added PDF viewer
- overclocked to 528 MHz (max)
- removed G1 boot logo, and replaced it with the HTC Magic logo
- removed unnecessary files from ROM
- fixed Haykuro’s keyboard (it wasn’t working)
- removed SuperUser Whitelist, you still have SuperUser functionality

Please keep in mind that you DO have to wipe if you are coming from a different ROM.

Update 1.08

- updated to the latest TigerTael kernel, now with BFS
- updated WLAN driver
- updated dalvikvm to the 2.1 JAC version
- updated MarketEnabler to version 3.0.2
- updated Loccy’s Better Browser to version 1.4.2
- you will get a Google Gears error the first time you open your Browser due to the kernel update one time
- I will not be providing updates to the themed versions any more

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/132951649/94e01a56/hofoion108.html

Update 1.07

- fixed 3G connection error that was made by a previous build.prop modification, please let me know if you still experience any problems

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/127659406/c9c7a3ae/hofoion107.html (rename to update.zip)

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Update 1.06

- reverted back to gboddina’s kernel
- reverted back to gboddina’s WLAN driver
- fixed build.prop data settings

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/127381712/b81e9542/hofoion106.html (rename to update.zip)

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Update 1.05

- updated to the Amon_RA kernel, as it has seem to fix all of the bugs in gboddina’s ROM
- updated to Amon_RA’s wlan.ko
- set minimum CPU speed to 128 MHz, battery life is now improved
- imported build.prop settings from Amon_RA’s ROM, they should increase data transfer speeds

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/127264303/92b9a1bf/hofoion105.html (rename to update.zip)

Hero theme version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/127272928/22c1e90f/hofoion105hero.html (rename to update.zip)

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Update 1.04

- updated wireless driver to Donut version (thanks to TigerTael et al)
- updated kernel to allow tethering (thanks to TigerTael & gboddina)
- added android-wifi-tether, allows Bluetooth and WLAN tethering
- removed some unnecessary services from init.rc

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/126729633/4e0fd48d/hofoion104.html (rename to update.zip)

Hero theme version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/126894318/99ccf675/hofoion104hero.html (rename to update.zip)

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Update 1.03

- updated dalvikvm from Donut (backported by cyanogen)
- updated power widget icons (backported by cyanogen)
- both keyboards are now inlcuded: HTC & Google (long press in text entry field to get Input Method option)
- version ID is now in the menu: Settings –> About phone –> Mod version

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/123029602/5d18a8c7/hofoion103.html (rename to update.zip)

Hero theme version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/123030864/a8d7e144/hofoion103hero.html (rename to update.zip)

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Update 1.02

- added HSDPA icon
- replaced radio file with the Rogers one
- you don’t need to enter the Rogers APN settings any more
- updated Google Maps to 3.1.2
- added Donut power widget (ported by cyanogen)
- added MarketEnabler

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/121872259/d499b6e3/hofoion102.html (rename to update.zip)

Hero theme version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/122071091/ba7d92ad/hofoion102hero.html (rename to update.zip)

Google Ion keyboard version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/122108176/bf2c0088/hofoion102g.html (rename to update.zip)

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Update 1.01

- fixed issue with PDF viewer

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/119360404/931c1ad5/hofoion101.html (rename to update.zip)

Google Ion keyboard version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/119756115/291bef3/hofoion101g.html (rename to update.zip)

Echo theme version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/119777338/8fee40a7/hofoion101ecco.html (rename to update.zip)

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Hero theme version download: http://www.4shared.com/file/119774483/ec32f98f/hofoion101hero.html (rename to update.zip)

herotheme

You don’t have to wipe, all of your settings will remain after the update.

Original Version

Download: http://www.4shared.com/file/118421922/b6dfb498/HoFoIon.html (rename to update.zip)

You can also follow this ROM over at Howard Forums: http://howardforums.com/showthread.php?t=1550827

47 comments on “The Rogers HTC Magic Ion HoFo Community ROM”

Pearl on July 19, 2009 at 9:54 am said:

Hey, thanks for making this!

I’ve updated to your ROM in hopes that I would get Wifi tethering working but no luck. Do you know if Wireless Tether for Root works for you?

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Paul Weiss on July 19, 2009 at 10:46 pm said:

The problem with the wireless tethering is that the Rogers kernel doesn’t have all of the features enabled that permits this feature to be enabled. Hopefully someone will rebuild the kernel really soon…

In the mean time you can use Azilink if you don’t mind USB tethering:

http://code.google.com/p/azilink/

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- Pearl on July 20, 2009 at 8:42 am said:
  
  Thanks! I tried out azilink and I’m okay with the usb connection. Works great!
  
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Hakim on August 2, 2009 at 7:09 pm said:

is this update also for htc magic users who have the htc hero rom?

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- Paul Weiss on August 2, 2009 at 7:39 pm said:
  
  This ROM is for most 32A Magic’s, and modded especially for Rogers users. You can of course use this ROM even if you have used the Hero ROM previously. Mind you, a wipe might be required; but try it out without a wipe first.
  
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ruffneck on August 3, 2009 at 9:08 am said:

Hey Paul – thanks a lot for creating this ROM – OSS FTW!

I was just wondering if you had to root the Roger’s Magic before applying this ROM? Also, should we update the Radio and SPL?

Thanks again, keep up the cool work.

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- ruffneck on August 3, 2009 at 9:50 am said:
  
  Nevermind my questions Paul – found answers on your thread at http://forum.xda-developers.com.
  
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- Paul Weiss on August 4, 2009 at 11:54 pm said:
  
  Yes, you have to root it first.
  
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Joel on August 10, 2009 at 12:06 am said:

Thanks so much.. This ROM rocks and turned my phone into a true iPhone competitor. Few things to note in order for me to get it working – had to wipe phone first and had to reboot several times. Cheers

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john on August 12, 2009 at 8:07 pm said:

good job.

bluetooth (earphone) dosent works, its normal ?

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John (a different one) on August 14, 2009 at 7:17 pm said:

Just upgraded to this ROM (1.03)and it’s definitely much snappier than the original Roger’s ROM.

I had a bit of a scare when it wouldn’t get past the “ANDROID” screen and I thought I might have bricked my phone. However after I wiped the phone it booted cleanly.

Good job!

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tommi on August 22, 2009 at 3:41 am said:

I luv your rom. So really thanks for the fast kernel update!!
Would be great if you update the “hero” version too..I miss that black bar and the hero skin.. )
So..thank once more for you work and good job

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- Paul Weiss on August 22, 2009 at 9:19 am said:
  
  The Hero theme has been added.
  
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  - tommi on August 22, 2009 at 12:22 pm said:
    
    what to say? thank you.
Joel on August 24, 2009 at 8:31 am said:

Is there any way to get rid of the Rogers screen when the magic first turns on.. I would rather have a picture of something Android etc…

Whenever I see a Rogers logo it reminds me how much we over pay for service in Canada.

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- Paul Weiss on August 24, 2009 at 9:28 am said:
  
  At the moment there is no way to change it
  
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John (a different one) on August 24, 2009 at 7:08 pm said:

Thanks for the updates. One thing that would be helpful is a little descriptive blurb about what is better/worse with each update.

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Philippe Desmarais on August 26, 2009 at 6:01 pm said:

This last release is awesome, in 5minutes it fixed all issue i had with tethering. Works great on Rogers HTC Magic phone.

Can we register for site updates? I want to be notice when this version is updated..

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Philippe Desmarais on August 30, 2009 at 5:26 pm said:

Hi Paul, the release 1.07 doesn’t seem to have the “Notifications” for missed call enable… is this something that can be fixed in futur release?

Thanks.

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Phil on August 30, 2009 at 6:44 pm said:

Find out to download Phone.apk (v8.2) that fixed all issues.. may be something to add to your release

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sam on September 1, 2009 at 6:49 am said:

thank you very much for the Hard work! this is the best ROM and the fastest.
I just hope next update include the Hero flash player , the people app and finally the hero Keyboard which is include the #s and digits under the letters!
Once again thank you very much just hope these features could be updated in the next release!

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Felix H. Cat on September 1, 2009 at 6:40 pm said:

Great ROM!! Serving me well. Just a heads up, HTC has published a ROM upgrade.. http://www.htc.com/ca/supportdownloadlist.aspx?p_id=270&act=sd&cat=all Not sure if the changes they’ve made can be or should be added to ur ROM, but thot I’d let u no =D

Keep up the good work! Loving the frequent updates.

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dingdonghei on September 3, 2009 at 2:46 am said:

Hey! This rom seems awesome. Do I have to install all the updates chronologically or is it enough just to install 1.07?

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Joel on September 15, 2009 at 9:13 am said:

Will the rom work with Rogers new HSPA Enhanced network speed (21mbps)?

http://www.itworldcanada.com/a/News/24e07eda-2d01-4be1-8e8d-6f54031b182b.html

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- Paul Weiss on September 15, 2009 at 9:57 am said:
  
  No. In actuality it doesn’t matter, as none of the phones applications or memory can handle such speeds.
  
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Phil on September 16, 2009 at 3:38 pm said:

Too bad there is no more update, i liked this release… had everything needed.
I’ll try to get use to they other one.

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- Paul Weiss on September 16, 2009 at 6:23 pm said:
  
  1.08 was just updated yesterday.
  
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Aamod on October 17, 2009 at 10:51 pm said:

i am not able to get the data connection acivated even after addin g the new APN,
thx in advance

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Aamod on October 18, 2009 at 5:37 pm said:

i love your room ..i only have this issue o notbeing able to connect to my edge services.. please tell me what to do.. i have added the APN settings still no luck .. thx

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Aamod on October 20, 2009 at 6:49 am said:

hey paul plase can u advice what to do?

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Aamod on October 20, 2009 at 6:50 am said:

hey paul please can u advice what to do?

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Paul Weiss on October 20, 2009 at 8:32 am said:

Aamod, who is your GSM provider?

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refat on October 30, 2009 at 4:47 am said:

yao guys i got the blur rom and did all that but when i want to creat account
it is saying al the time The Blur service has indicated it is busy

i tred like over and over again so meny times

some one nows what is going on ??

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Aamod on October 31, 2009 at 10:37 am said:

its airtel india ..

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Emman on November 23, 2009 at 12:04 am said:

Hi, works great, i get no data connection though? Im on Rogers

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jolt2000 on November 24, 2009 at 6:04 pm said:

Are there any plans for this rom to upgrade to Donut 1.6? Or should I stop waiting and jump to an alternative rom? Suggestions appreciated!

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- Paul Weiss on November 26, 2009 at 1:26 am said:
  
  I’m waiting for an official Rogers release.
  
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  - jolt2000 on November 26, 2009 at 4:08 pm said:
    
    thanks i’ll wait for that then! are we talking weeks, months or no idea?
    
    i just love how rock solid this rom is. i’ve had no problems with HoFo-Ion-1.03 on my htc magic sapphire 32A. i’d like to get the new donut features (esp. google maps navigation) but also i’m not one to be right on the cutting edge, i like stability, i mean i use my phone every day – its gotta work with no probs!
  - jolt2000 on January 4, 2010 at 5:40 am said:
    
    i got tired of waiting for this rom update so I installed cyanogenmod and I am well pleased so far
Aamod on November 27, 2009 at 10:14 am said:

hey pl tell me

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lovecreatesbeauty@gmail.com on January 5, 2010 at 3:44 am said:

Hi, what does rogers kernel mean?

My htc magic mobile doesn’t boot up after I did a factory reset. The combination keys home+back+power, home+power, back+power work on it.

It’s a 32A one and HBOOT-1.33.0009 (SAPP10000). Can I download your hofoion108.zip and flash it to my mobile?

Thanks

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lovecreatesbeauty@gmail.com on January 5, 2010 at 3:51 am said:

the nk02 page says:

> This rom is for VODAFONE HTC Magic (spl 1.33.0004 or haykuro spl 2004/2005)
> …

Does your roms work on other spls?

Thanks

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lovecreatesbeauty@gmail.com on January 5, 2010 at 11:22 pm said:

thanks, i applied your hofoion108.zip on Htc Magic 32A, HBOOT-1.33.0009 (SAPP10000) successfully. thank you.

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dimple on April 17, 2010 at 4:47 am said:

Hi Paul, whether this Rom will work with htc magic 32B ?

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- Paul Weiss on April 17, 2010 at 7:12 am said:
  
  This ROM is only for 32A devices.
  
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