Comments on: Verizon outs Windows Mobile 6.1 update for XV6800, keeps GPS locked down

By: W.Shull

W.Shull — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:10:46 +0000

I had the same problem and had to go to the local Verizon store to correct it. The local people called Verizon’s tech support who verified my account, pushed some buttons and then I was back on line. No explanation as to what had happened but they fixed it.

By: Erin

Erin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 03:50:15 +0000

Dave – I just upgraded my XV6800 to Windows Mobile 6.1 and I’m getting an error when trying to make calls. “Your mobile number is either not active or invalid. Contact Verizon, etc.” I can receive and send texts and receive calls for the most part. I’ve talked to Verizon three times today and they’re calling me back tonight. I did a hard reset, but it didn’t do any good. What did Verizon do to solve your phone issue following upgrade? Thank you.

By: Jim

Jim — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:51:09 +0000

I tried Alltels broadband hook up for my laptop and it didn’t work where I live. Will 6.1 tethered to my phone work better? Thanks. Jim

By: mike j

mike j — Sat, 17 Jan 2009 02:40:19 +0000

Got one of these from work. Had no choice.
Worst phone I’ve ever had in my life.
Avoid at all costs

By: Ice

Ice — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 09:28:03 +0000

Not sure if u can do that. Just use Outlook to back up ur contacts before u upgrade

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 02:17:54 +0000

How can I upgrade to 6.1 without losing my contacts?

By: Don

Don — Wed, 17 Dec 2008 19:35:10 +0000

Maybe old news…

6.1 does allow 8GB Mem card
6.1 does allow GPS with VZNav
If 6.1 allows GPS with Google Maps I haven’t seen it yet.

Having read a lot of reviews, I suspect 6.1 works better on some Titan hardware releases than on others. My upgrade bricked the phone, Verizon techs had that fixed in a short time. Also lost all data and settings, but that’s expected with this upgrade. ActiveSynch stopped working until Verizon had me turn off “Enable Advanced Network Functionality” in USB to PC connection settings.

One warning, if you have used the hack to give your v6.0 Titan the ability to access a 8GB memory card, and if you have backed that up, don’t try to restore that backup to a v6.1 Titan, the old hack will make your memory slot non-fuctional. Version 6.1 does fix that, and the hack conflicts with the fix in 6.1.

In my experience, at this time, the Verizon techs were very well versed and able to help with the compications related to this upgrade. As someone with some long-term experience with programming and WinCE/Windows Mobile in particular, I have only high praise for their help.

After dealing with all the hassles, I’d still say the 6.1 upgrade is well worth doing.

By: David

David — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 22:09:51 +0000

I have the BB Storm and hate it because it has no qwrty key board . I am thinking of getting the 6800 instead but You guys are scaring me. Is it a good phone or should I wait for a bit till the new phones come out?

By: Ephriam

Ephriam — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:10:29 +0000

Support???????

By: Ephriam

Ephriam — Mon, 08 Dec 2008 23:09:07 +0000

Please excuse my ignorance…But…will upgrading to 6.1 on the 6800 upgrade (internal memory to 16GB?). Or… will the 6.1 upgrade allow you you add an 8GB external SD Card to compliment? TIA.

By: tt

tt — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 21:16:51 +0000

nz navigator works when you download the update
just fine

By: Donkiekong

Donkiekong — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 01:08:25 +0000

I did the upgrade through the HTC website. worked fine but I needed to call Verizon cause my account was stuck on Romming. it took them like 2 min to fix it.

By: Doitall76

Doitall76 — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 13:16:27 +0000

will this work for the i760 as well? Running Windows 6.1.

doitall76

By: Mickey

Mickey — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:02:42 +0000

This will take care of your GPS works great. I have been using it with Google maps and Windows Live for two weeks now

http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=VerizonAGPSFix

By: Marty Mart

Marty Mart — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 13:19:31 +0000

I just purchased a XV6800 and am very excited to get it up and running. Having read this whole thread I realize that GPS use is a concern. I am more interested in putting Android on the phone and using the WiFi to connect to the internet. Has anyone figured out how to put Android on this phone? And does anyone have tips about the WiFi use?

By: mark

mark — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 08:10:31 +0000

did you figure out how to fix the phone or go back to 6.0

By: Bluesteak

Bluesteak — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 19:21:28 +0000

I used to have the hacked 6.1, I was able to use GPS for Google Maps and Live Search. Dummy here thought the Verizon 6.1 would be better and I installed it. No GPS, long story short….GPS is available in the 6800!

By: Jammywanks

Jammywanks — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 02:52:14 +0000

Ivan Seidenburg (President of Verizon) happens to be a jew, and only a jew would charge you for something that is free to the public, in this case GPS service. Why they would downgrade a phone to charge you to use a free service is beyond me, other than the fact that Ivan is Jewish.

By: Kevin

Kevin — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 20:53:31 +0000

I’m trying to upgrade my xv6800 to windows 6.1 but the installer tells me my phone is less than 50% charged and exits out (my phone reads 90% charged). Any suggestions? Typical Windows crap!

By: jd

jd — Fri, 19 Sep 2008 05:04:23 +0000

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=424387
go here to make your gps work.. f— VZ Navigator

By: Ephriam

Ephriam — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 00:17:28 +0000

Hi… I’ve been wanting a XV6800 for quite some time now and I have also been lusting for the Samsung i900 and the new Android coming out. But just like the XV6800 was some time ago…the Sam’s i900 and the iphone are just waaaaaaaay out of my price range. Looking here to see if any of YOU guys are upgrading to a newer phone and would be interested in selling you Xv6800? I’ve got the money in hand… I’m listening…

By: Dave

Dave — Sat, 30 Aug 2008 20:19:10 +0000

I updated to 6.1 (and Verizon had to get my phone back up and running), but one of the problems I found is that the flashbundle fix (from Zbop at WM experts) stopped working for watching YouTube videos. Does anyone have a link to a program that will enable watching YouTube on a XV6800 with WM 6.1?

By: Tony D

Tony D — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 13:56:10 +0000

Mike, did you have to activate VZ Navigator to get Google Maps working? Is VZ Nav whats making the GPS work?

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:56:05 +0000

And the VZNav version I’m using is 4.1.0.

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 23:54:38 +0000

Google maps works with the GPS with the update… and VXNAV works good so far.

By: Verizon Guy

Verizon Guy — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 15:08:33 +0000

@ JackSplat: VZNavigator 4.0 will be offered on this device, and Telenav will soon follow as an option for business accounts. Yes, believe it or not, business customers can use Telenav on Verizon Wireless smartphones without needing an external GPS (currently only on BlackBerry 8×30s).

By: Ryan

Ryan — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:28:32 +0000

I guess it’s all about the $$$ and less about offering new products and services to their customers. I switched from AT&T to VZW a few months ago because I had to and already hate it….too many restrictions and locked features and they charge more for just about everything and cannot justify their costs (eg XV6900’s data plan is $45, XV6800’s is $29). I’m not sure how they’re rated the nation’s best network year after year, I guess people aren’t shopping around. I’ve been on all 4 major networks in the past few years….if you were to compare plans for the TMo Wing, Sprint Mogul, XV6800 and the Tilt you’ll find that not only is the hardware and service cheaper on Sprint but you’ll also get more features for what you pay for (ie no-locked GPS). And from my experiences if you phone breaks, only Sprint will replace it free of charge w/ asking questions. All of the other networks tell you to mail it to manufacturer, buy a new one or sell you the lame insurance. My only hope for Verizon is that since the bought Alltel that maybe they’ll be forced to be a more consumer friendly network.

By: Ryan

Ryan — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:18:21 +0000

Well if you can’t find it, then ppcgeeks and xda-developers have a wm6.1 a less-than-official upgrade that unlocks the GPS.

By: Debowski

Debowski — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 14:01:47 +0000

I just upgraded and the lack of gps does suck big time… There’s no trace of it whatsoever. As if the phone doesn’t even support it, which we all know it does. Threaded texts are cool. Voicecommand finally works in its entirety. But bluetooth range is just silly. I used to get great range from anywhere in my apt. Now, if I leave the same room as the phone, it’s all staticky and breaking up (so much for “bluetooth functionality” we were promised)!

By: Tony D

Tony D — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:40:55 +0000

Well I have confirmed for the second day in a row that the Alarms now work while the phone is on the charger (It’s about time). I hate using Hotel alarm clocks. The Threaded SMS is awesome as well. It also appears they fixed the low call volume. I noticed the battery made it all day with no charge which is a big improvement since mine searches for a signal during the day sometimes. It looks like the dialer delay with tones turned on is still present. Remote Desktop works great although I already had it from a CAB file someone distributed on the forums. The navigation doesn’t seem that much faster if any from the old ROM. Now if someone could hack the current ROM to enable GPS or fix it in a CAB file this phone would be perfect.