We get many questions from users wanting to know how to change the operating system (ROM) language on their HTC devices. In most cases they bought phones from third party sources and the devices arrived with a language that they can't use, or don't wish to use.

It is important to note that the only way to change the language on an HTC device is to flash a new ROM that is written in the language that you are seeking. There is no setting on the phone that allows a user to push a button or select an option to change device languages. YOU MUST FLASH A NEW ROM.

HTC maintains a stock of ROMS in many popular languages, but these ROMS are all under license from Microsoft, so HTC only licenses specific ROMs for a certain time period. When that license period expires, the ROM is no longer available through HTC.

In certain situations where official ROMs are not available in a specified language, it is sometimes possible to find a custom or "cooked" ROM that is compatible with your device, and in the language of your preference. XDA Developers (www.xda-developers.com) is a good source of custom ROMs and other utilities that make the HTC devices easier and more productive to use. This is a cooperative site with many very talented programmers that generate great software for WM devices. It should be noted that loading a custom ROM requires that you unlock your device. This single act voids your warrantee.

If a custom ROM is your only solution to having a device in your preferred language, you must weigh the risk vs. reward.

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Wow 6.5, verizon is on the ball.

The upgrade performs the following improvements:
1) OS Upgrade to Windows Mobile 6.5
2) Updated drivers to support Global VZ Navigator.
3) TouchFLO 3D Enhancements

http://pcdphones.com/phone_downloads.aspx?bid=128&cid=1&mid=356&carrier=Verizon%20Wireless

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I figured a thread would be good for info about the upcoming release of the New HTC Customer Community, instead of responding to individual emails.

At launch, this site will not be complete; HTC is working quickly to get pages created for all of the devices, starting with the North American devices, so please have patience!

Once the new site launches, members of www.htcwiki.com will need to register (you get a chance at a NEW USER NAME!!!) by going to www.htc.com and sign up for YOU Club (ensuring that you select the forum during the registration process).

This new site is going to be much different (in a VERY good way) but it is going to take some time to get everything loaded!
As more details are released, I will update this thread to keep you all informed.

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Looks like Verizon is really on the Ball.

The upgrade performs the following improvements:
1) OS Upgrade to Windows Mobile 6.5
2) Updated drivers to support Global VZ Navigator.

http://pcdphones.com/phone_downloads.aspx?bid=118&cid=1&mid=344&carrier=Verizon%20Wireless

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