RainbowMod ROM released and fully unlocks Nokia Lumia 800

Nokia hacker RainbowMod released a custom ROM for the Nokia Lumia 710, and now brings us more delight with his release of an unlocked ROM for the popular Nokia Lumia 800.

The release is a Tango ROM, in which he used a Chinese firmware version. For those interested, installing his MOD means you will be updated to firmware 7.10.8773.98, bringing new features and functionality to your device.

The ROM comes with English and Russian language packs built-in. To install the MOD and avail of the new customization options, you'll need the Qualcomm boot loader to flash it.

RainbowMod has posted a list of new features made possible with the installation of his ROM:

• Full Unlock from UltraShot
• Removed OEM applications (Nokia Drive, Maps, etc.)
• Search key remapping
• QuickLaunch menu for quick switching state of WiFi, 3G, Flight mode, Power save, etc.
• Ability to access file system via WiFi/USB
• Integrated Live ID, DppImplant no longer needed, but new key can also be banned
• Orientation locker
• Added multiple colour themes
• Easy installation xap from browser or file manager
• Unlocked Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn accounts (limitation of Chinese firmware)
• Added Google and Yandex search engines
• xb0xmod cert for cab-updates
• Cab-updatable
• Lots of minor changes
• Updatability via Zune (not guaranteed)

source: WMPoweruser