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2012/06/13 | 316 | 1,088 | <issue_start>username_0: I kind of hate the voice used for navigation, alarm clock. Seems everything is using that same voice. Too robotic for my liking. I found [IVONA Text-to-Speech Voices](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ivona.tts&hl=en) | TTS Voices | Text To Voice
Not sure how good it is. Is there a better app than Ivona?<issue_comment>username_1: Ivona voice sounds the best hands down (especially Amy and the new not yet on Android Salli voice). Works great on all apps for me. Sadly, whenever I reboot phone, Ivona no longer works. Only fix is to reinstall the whole thing which is a total PITA. I still do it though cause it sounds so much better then any of the other choices.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: If it's possible, you can update to Jelly Bean (regular or via mod).
Android 4.1 comes with a new Google TTS engine that sounds *very* natural and IMHO tops SVOX
classic (at least the german voice as of Q3/2012).
Included languages so far are:
* English (US or UK accent)
* Spanish
* French
* Italian
* German
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/13 | 297 | 1,306 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way to repartition the internal 4GB of my htc sensation?
Currently, only 1GB is available for use (/data)
The rest is being allocated to /system, /cache, etc.<issue_comment>username_1: I don't know for sure, but think changing internal partition layout can only be done on special development devices with the security turned off (called s-off).
The problem of running out of space on the internal data partition has been solved by many custom ROMs that can be installed after using the official HTC unlock process, however.
These custom ROMs have various methods of supporting putting apps on the SD card (in a more seamless way than standard Android) or putting even more of the data partition storage requirements on to it (although this often requires formatting the SD card to the EXT file system and sometimes even multiple partitions).
Make sure you go through your app list in Settings first, moving anything you can to SD card, by the standard Android method. This is often enough and easier than installing a custom ROM with a2sd(+)/d2w support.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: if you were to have a custom recovery installed onto your device, it may have options to partition the internal storage.
At least, the SGS2 CWM Recovery does.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/14 | 348 | 1,506 | <issue_start>username_0: As you might know, when you try to change the wallpaper on ICS (for your homescreen), the OS will ask if you want to set the same wallpaper to the lock screen, and the proper "do not ask again checkbox". By mistake, I pressed it, but I want it back now
Any way to achieve that?
BTW, I checked the "Clear Defaults" in the Gallery app - nothing. Using Android ICS 4.0.3<issue_comment>username_1: I don't know for sure, but think changing internal partition layout can only be done on special development devices with the security turned off (called s-off).
The problem of running out of space on the internal data partition has been solved by many custom ROMs that can be installed after using the official HTC unlock process, however.
These custom ROMs have various methods of supporting putting apps on the SD card (in a more seamless way than standard Android) or putting even more of the data partition storage requirements on to it (although this often requires formatting the SD card to the EXT file system and sometimes even multiple partitions).
Make sure you go through your app list in Settings first, moving anything you can to SD card, by the standard Android method. This is often enough and easier than installing a custom ROM with a2sd(+)/d2w support.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: if you were to have a custom recovery installed onto your device, it may have options to partition the internal storage.
At least, the SGS2 CWM Recovery does.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/14 | 646 | 2,514 | <issue_start>username_0: This seems to happen in any app that uses some kind of comment display thing.
Here are some pictures. (sorry that they're not screenshots, I don't think it's possible without root)
This also happens with every other Reddit app on the market. All of them have the exact same problem when viewing comments.
I assume that there is some UI control in common between them, something that lists read-only tap-able text areas, but I'm not an Android developer so I don't actually know for sure.
I'm using a Motorola Atrix 2 from AT&T with stock ROM.<issue_comment>username_1: As far as I know, this is just the way Motorola designed their BLUR interface. See, for example, this screenshot from [a blog post on Motorola's dev site](http://community.developer.motorola.com/t5/MOTODEV-Blog/Why-Does-My-ListView-Look-Different/ba-p/17462):
This basically appears anywhere that a developer uses a `ListView` object, which is fairly common as it's the native way to display...well, a list of things (appropriately named, no?). Motorola describes their reasoning as such:
>
> The gray background at the bottom of the list is inherited from the device theme. Its purpose is to show users where the list ends.
>
>
>
In your case, the gray is instead white (which I've also seen on the Droid X), but the same concept applies.
If you want to get rid of it you basically need to re-theme your device and get rid of the BLUR UI, which is generally not possible without rooting and using a custom ROM due to how tightly integrated it is into the system. Alternatively, you could email the developer and politely ask them to re-theme the `ListView`, since they have the option to explicitly override the default theming if they want. Whether or not they think it's worth the effort is kind of out of your control at that point, though.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Developers don't necessarily have to re-theme the ListView to fix this - it can also be done by not forcing the ListView to fill the screen. The problem is on the ListView below - if layout\_weight="1", or layout\_height="fill\_parent", then the ListView takes up any unused space, and you get the ugly white background. Setting layout\_height to "wrap content" and getting rid of the weight solves the problem.
```
```
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/14 | 229 | 943 | <issue_start>username_0: Every time I add a contact (via the little plus) it brings up the Google contact screen. It used to give me an option for SIM or phone storage for the contact, but this is no longer an option.<issue_comment>username_1: You should check `Contacts` -> `Menu` -> `Settings` -> `Default storage` (or similar), there you should have the different options, including Phone memory, SIM and Always ask.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: On my DEFY XT it's Contacts -> Menu -> Accounts, then I can pick my account, and there is a check box for "Sync Contacts" which I've unchecked. I assume the default location is in the phone memory (not SIM or micro-SD). But, in Contacts -> Menu -> Import/Export, I can import from or export to the SD.
A suggestion I've heard elsewhere is that if you want some contacts synced and some not, you can create another account, and have one account sync and the other not sync.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/14 | 216 | 871 | <issue_start>username_0: Every time i turn on my data network it deactivates itself within 5 mins ,any ideas
anyone? i have a Samsung Galaxy ace.<issue_comment>username_1: You should check `Contacts` -> `Menu` -> `Settings` -> `Default storage` (or similar), there you should have the different options, including Phone memory, SIM and Always ask.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: On my DEFY XT it's Contacts -> Menu -> Accounts, then I can pick my account, and there is a check box for "Sync Contacts" which I've unchecked. I assume the default location is in the phone memory (not SIM or micro-SD). But, in Contacts -> Menu -> Import/Export, I can import from or export to the SD.
A suggestion I've heard elsewhere is that if you want some contacts synced and some not, you can create another account, and have one account sync and the other not sync.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/14 | 349 | 1,320 | <issue_start>username_0: I have tried moving files from the Android (internal) storage (now almost full) to the 16G unused SD card I have installed. I click and hold the item I want to move (i.e. a movie file) and the option to move (cut) is offered. I press it and see the flag 'holdingFILENAME.wmv'.
I navigate to the area I want to move it to and press the icon (like a paper icon) in the top right of my screen. I have the option to move, attach, copy, or delete. I select move, but nothing happens. Any ideas how I can move files?
I am using Android v4.0.3, kernel 3.0.8+, baseband 1.01.<issue_comment>username_1: You should check `Contacts` -> `Menu` -> `Settings` -> `Default storage` (or similar), there you should have the different options, including Phone memory, SIM and Always ask.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: On my DEFY XT it's Contacts -> Menu -> Accounts, then I can pick my account, and there is a check box for "Sync Contacts" which I've unchecked. I assume the default location is in the phone memory (not SIM or micro-SD). But, in Contacts -> Menu -> Import/Export, I can import from or export to the SD.
A suggestion I've heard elsewhere is that if you want some contacts synced and some not, you can create another account, and have one account sync and the other not sync.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/14 | 261 | 1,047 | <issue_start>username_0: I rooted and modded my Samsung Prevail (Gingerbread) a couple weeks ago, and all is going well there.
However, I am now getting notices about an OTA system update, which I have no intention of installing. I will wait for the makers of my mod to produce a parallel version.
In the meantime, is there any way to kill the constant notices about the update?<issue_comment>username_1: On my S2 running ICS, there are options available for notification as well as downloading via Wi-Fi. Look under SETTINGS > ABOUT PHONE > SOFTWARE UPDATE
If you don't have such options and you have a rooted phone, use software like Titanium Backup to FREEZE the software update module.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: On my device (it runs Jelly Bean) there is an option under SETTINGS > APPLICATION > All ('Tab')
Now select the "software update" app and then click on "turn off/disable".
This will stop the over the air notification for system update and whenever you want to update then "turn on/enable" the app again.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/14 | 249 | 820 | <issue_start>username_0: I already have root access and tried to use ES File Explorer to search for "dolphin" but to no avail.<issue_comment>username_1: `/data/data/mobi.mgeek.TunnyBrowser`
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Applications store their data in a folders named after their package.
These folders are located in `data/data`.
The easiest way to find out the package name is to look at the Play Store url.
```
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.mgeek.TunnyBrowser
```
The package name is the part that comes after `id=`.
You can see that Dolphin's package name is `mobi.mgeek.TunnyBrowser`, so the full path is:
```
/data/data/mobi.mgeek.TunnyBrowser
```
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I found it on the SD card in the folder "tunnybrowser"...
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/14 | 1,394 | 5,080 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Nexus S running Android 4.0.3 and Google Maps 6.8.1.
When I use the Google Maps navigation app, the battery slowly drains, even when plugged into my car charger. After 5-6 hours, the phone will shut down due to loss of power.
I have already tried:
* Using only 2G mode
* Configured all of my (configurable) apps not to check for updates, fetch mail, etc, except when I tell it to.
* Reduced CPU speed, changed CPU governor, etc
I've had limited success reducing the CPU speed too much, as it makes the nav app unresponsive when I set it too low.
I have not tried dimming the screen much, as I can already barely see it when driving with sun glasses on.
Is this normal behavior, or is my phone faulty (or misconfigured)?
What else can I do?
* Perhaps there's a better way to charge my phone (different charger/USB cable?)
* Perhaps there's some way to automatically disable the screen except when within a certain distance of a turn? I.e. if the screen auto-blanked after 5 minutes, then would re-activate whenever there were spoken instructions, that would be fine with me.
* Perhaps there's another nav app that's more friendly on the battery?
**EDIT** Even in my car, I use an A/C charger with a DC/AC inverter, rather than one of the round cigarette-lighter style chargers.<issue_comment>username_1: It's probably your charger.
I tested my Nexus S with the following:
* dumb charger (only had +/- lines connected), capable of 2Amps (2.000mA)
* Inlined voltage meter to measure currents
* Brightness maxed, set CPU to 1.2GHz, performance governor, benchmark running
The device adhered to the USB standard and never draw more than 500mA (0.5A), although the charger is capable of 4x more current. It lost 2% percent during <5mins when the benchmark ran.
I know that apple encodes power settings into their wall chargers by setting voltages to D+/D- pins of the USB connector. I'm not aware of how to tell the phone to just draw more power and dismiss the USB's 500mA safety regulation.
If you have such a charger, give it a try.
EDIT:
I could fix my own Nexus S' charging behaviour by using a kernel with force AC fast charge option enabled (for example [Trinity](http://derkernel.com/ics-crespo.php) kernel for Nexus S / Android 4.0-ICS) and this [Fastcharge](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.incredicontrol.fastchargewidget) widget.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I have had this happen to me.
What I did that helped a bit was to turn the screen off when I was on a long stretch and didn't need to see my next direction for a long while.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I believe this is a combination of two things, as I used to experience this with my EVO as well.
1. Crappy charger
* as username_1 stated, car chargers are often USB trickle charge, and will not do much. Going for the good, sometimes more expensive powered car chargers or DC/AC converters might help you out there
2. HEAT
* my phone would get so hot just from being in the car and being on (*I do live in Florida..*) that the battery would function **very** poorly. Heat also [degrades the battery](http://electronics.howstuffworks.com/everyday-tech/lithium-ion-battery2.htm) in the long run, so bummer there too.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I just noticed, after a recent update to Google Maps, that there is now an option for Screen dimming when in navigation mode. The description reads:
>
> Screen dims between instructions to conserve power
>
>
>
I have not gone on a long enough trip to test the functionality, but it looks promising.
Update
------
This feature appears to only be available when not plugged into the charger, so not very useful in my scenario.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: it might just be the cable you use, I recently got a powerbank and I found out that my device charged slower when I use a regular USB cable with it (even drains faster than it charges when using the phone at the same time) but when I plug in the cable supplied with the powerbank it charged as fast as it does when I use a regular AC charger, I tried the same thing with my Computer and the result was the same.
I would suggest you swap your USB cable (which supports data and charging) for one that can only charge the device.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: Buy a power inverter for your car and a 10Watt 2amp charger with dual usb ports and plug your charger as you would at home. That is what works for me.
I can use pandora and Google maps or waze at the same time while surfing the Web at times. It makes no difference.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: Buy this from Amazon:
Powergen White 2.4-Amp (12 Watt) Dual Usb Wall Charger W/Sviwal Plug Designed For Apple And Android Devices
Plug this in to a power inverter and you can use your phone to its full potential. 100% brightness. Gps, YouTube, Pandora, surfing, etc. You won't ever run out of power.
My only issue is sometimes i have a bad Android cable. Make sure you have a good Android cable and your set.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/15 | 528 | 2,333 | <issue_start>username_0: This is an extremely minor but extremely frustrating issue with my Galaxy S3.
Basically the email client out the box (synced to my Exchange Active sync account) has a black background and white text...so far no problem.
However as people have been sending emails to me the phone seems to (arbitrarily is seems) to render either a white background or black background.
I then thought no problem I will switch the font colour to white...which works great when the email is rendered with black but renders the email text invisible when a white background email comes in.......has anyone had a similar issue??<issue_comment>username_1: I am also having this problem (or something similar) but as I don’t currently have the device I haven’t tried changing the colours yet.
As far as I can tell the problem is not random. It seems to only happen on emails that have been received after the device has been setup with the exchange profile.
If you delete your exchange profile from the device, then set it up again, after re-syncing you'll notice that you can now read the unreadable emails from previous syncs. You'll also notice that this problem occurs on any new emails you receive after setting up the device.
Do you know what version of exchange you are using? I've got exchange 2010.
I'm afraid I dont have a solution, but if anyone reading this does please answer this thread!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: By default, the email background colour is set in black and the font colour in white. I have the problem with no text in white background for my exchange server and windows live emails, but after changing the email background colour to white and the font colour to black when I received the email with no text in white background, the problem has since gone away.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I think I have found the solution to this.
Within Settings -> Power Saving there is a setting for Background Colour for email and internet. Turning this off seems to have solved my issues.
My sanity has now returned!
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: I just turned the text to grey so if the background is white or black, I can see the text.
You have to open an email and click Menu. There is the option `Change font colour`, middle one is grey.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/15 | 516 | 1,956 | <issue_start>username_0: I use my HTC Evo 3D (currently Android 2.3, soon Android 4.0) to record cycling workouts (GPS + Endomondo). During workouts, I don't want to receive any calls / messages for the following reasons:
* I don't want to be disturbed when relaxing
* I want to conserve the battery
* sometimes I listen to music and calls/messages interrupt the music, which I don't like, especially when the calls are business-related during my non-work time
How would I accomplish this? The flight mode doesn't allow GPS to be enabled, therefore this isn't a solution.<issue_comment>username_1: There are several ways to accomplish this:
* Airplane mode: You say that it doesn't allow GPS, but it does. You need to enable GPS when you're in airplane mode.
* Disable radio: In dialer enter `*#*#4636#*#*`
Select phone info and pick turn off radio.
* Take out your SIM card. This one is only applicable if you have a GSM device.
* You can enable call forwarding in `Phone settings -> Call forwarding`.
If your only problem is that calls interrupt music than you can try using a music player allows you to set how audio focus changes are handled. One example is [Poweramp](http://powerampapp.com).
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I use Google Voice and only give out that number for calls and texts. It has a very nice "Do Not Disturb" feature.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: [Mr. Number](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mrnumber.blocker&hl=en) is an app that lets you set profiles based on volume profile (silent, vibrate, etc.) that allows you to block all call/texts for a given profile. When you're done, simply switch off that profile!
Also, as Richard mentioned, Airplane mode + GPS activated would be a wonderfully simple solution :)
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: On my Nexus S with MIUI ROM I use Firewall: turn it on, select the "reject all calls" behaviour, and I'm set...
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/15 | 660 | 2,342 | <issue_start>username_0: I have flashed a lot of custom ROMs onto my phone, like CM7, kangs and such of CM9 before it's released, MIUI, and so on. I didn't want to wait till the third quarter of 2012 before I got some IC on my phone. Now that we're almost that far into 2012, I was wondering how I could restore my phone back to LG's stock Gingerbread software - the one that i had before I flashed CM7 - and unroot my phone.
I have lost my backup so I cant restore. I'll have to use smart or NVFlash or something like that. How can I restore my LG Optimus 2X P990 back to original LG software, so that I am ready for updating it to LG's ICS release?<issue_comment>username_1: There is a zip file that is posted in [this video description](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ryGIv8KQVIE) that you can flash via Clockworkmod or your favorite custom recovery that will revert your device completely to stock (including removing the recovery image and such).
The video goes through the process step-by-step, for your convenience, but it's basically flashing that file via CWM, and then being happy :)
*It also goes through how to unroot, if needed!*
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I fixed it:
I ended up using SmartFlash to flash stock ROM. Got the firmware from XDA.
Links:
SmartFlash tools & drivers: <http://android.modaco.com/content/lg-optimus-2x-2x-modaco-com/335494/13-apr-smartflash-stock-baseband-release-1035-21-20110405/>
Firmware: <http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1035041>
Steps:
1. Download firmware for your location
2. Download SmartFlash tools and drivers
3. Connect phone to computer on the S/W Upgrade screen - description below
4. Let windows install the drivers
5. Open SmartFlash
6. Go to "Rom copy D/L
7. Select CP bin and AP bin files - description below
8. Make sure "normal mode" is selected
9. Make sure "erase CAL data" is unchecked
10. Make sure channels and such are matching your phone - you'll recognize it
11. Select start and wait till it's completed and your phone will be up and running again with Stock ROM!
CP bin = \*.fls file in firmware archive
AP bin = \*.bin file in firmware archive
Get into S/W Upgrade screen by pulling your battery out, holding the volume down button and plugging your pc cable in. Hold the volume down until the S/W Upgrade screen appears
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/15 | 552 | 2,066 | <issue_start>username_0: I've got an HTC One X, on which I'm trying to record uncompressed WAV audio.
In particular, I'm interested in a 13.5 kHz sound. Other Android devices pick up that frequency easily, and so do iOS devices, but the HTC One X doesn't.
For example, the spectrogram below shows the same recording from the HTC One X (top) and an HTC One V (bottom), recorded with the same app (called Hertz, but any will do), with identical settings (mainly 44,100 Hz sampling rate).
Why is the One X not picking up the same?
* Is the microphone different?
* Is there any low-pass filter applied that I'm not aware of? If so, how can remove it?
Trying with different apps (e.g. Audalyzer) doesn't make any difference.
<issue_comment>username_1: It doesn't say it on HTC's website under the specs for the One X, but [this review](http://pocketnow.com/android/htc-one-x-review) points out that the phone has dual-microphones, used for sound cancellation during phone calls. My guess is perhaps your recording app is recording from the wrong microphone? Or using both to cancel out the pitch you're looking for?
I'd look for settings in your recording apps about using the dual-microphones. I don't have a phone with two, so I can't test that for you :/
Good luck though!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I have the same issue. After playing around with One X a little bit I'm pretty sure the issue is with the noise cancellation thing, most likely software issue.
There are 2 microphones on the One X - one at the bottom and one at the top. I played a high frequency sound on my earphones and tested 2 cases:
1. I put both speakers next to the bottom mic. Sound level was very low, but it was there.
2. I put one speaker next to the bottom mic and one next to the top mic. This time sound level was pretty much 0.
So it seems that what the top mic picks up is cancelled from what the bottom mic picks up. I haven't figured out how to disable this feature.
Any luck on your side?
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/15 | 1,115 | 4,116 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an HTC Desire GSM.
This phone has the known problem of limited memory, so that it was impossible to install more than a couple of apps without running into the "Disk space low" problem.
So I rooted it, installed CyanogenMod7 and App2SD. I moved to the SD card almost all of the application (except those that needs notifications: those won'd work if moved to the SD).
Still, I periodically get the "Low space" message; it is as if the apps were storing their data on the phone memory. If I go to settings -> applications and clear some application's data, then clear the browser cache, I get rid of the message for a couple of days.
How can I definitely get rid of the "Low space" notification, while keeping my applications installed?
Please note:
* I've read that it could be possible to repartition the SD card and "mount" it so that it extends the phone own memory. I've seen several conflicting instructions about the procedure (and, e.g. the order of the partitions on the SD card) and, while I managed to partition the card, I never managed to have Android "mount" the extra partition. I've also read instructions saying that recent versions of Cyanogenmod don't support the sd partition anymore.
* The phone is already rooted, hence solutions requiring root are OK
* I installed Cyanogenmod 7.1.0, but I have not particular preference to that mod. If necessary, I am open to install any mod that works on the phone and is stable for everyday use.
UPDATE:
[This wiki page](http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Apps2SD) is the reference that says that the sd partition is not supported anymore:
>
> Apps2ext (previously called apps2SD) moved all user installed apps to a secondary ext partition on your sdcard. This method had the advantage of being straight forward and simple, However, it had the drawback of being difficult to set up. This method is no longer officially supported by CyanogenMod
>
>
><issue_comment>username_1: i was exactly like you but with cm7.2 i partitioned my sd and mounted it easily using terminal emulator writing only one line of on each boot and then quick reboot from link2sd then everything is completely fine that line is:
mount -t ext2 /dev/block/mmcblk0p2 /data/sdext2
but before all that you should open link2sd and select the ext2 then reboot
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Many ways lead to rome:
1. Try a ROM that specifically fixes your problems: I use an ICS build, Sandvold's [ICS for Desire](http://www.sandvold.as/changelog.htm) which comes with 4 different App2SD methods included (XDA [thread](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1355660)) which I find rather stable. You can have a look over to XDA's Desire [forum](http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=628), to search for more roms.
2. Use **Link2SD**, create a 2nd ext2/ext3/ext4 partition that a choice of your apps get moved to (manually) and symlinked from /data/ to. See [app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD) on Google Play, official [FAQ](http://www.link2sd.info/faq).
3. CM7 also supports the standard **move to sdcard** method that you can also use (and might already be aware of. Downside: /data get's full anyway really soon)
4. You could try to flash a different bootloader (called **hboot** on desire, that has another partition layout. See [Alpharev](http://alpharev.nl) for instructions and downloads, there's **data++** with 180MB and **cm7r2** with close to 300MB free for apps at the expense of shrinking other partitions (/system, /cache/, ...). Not every ROM fits all of these though. **WARNING**: Not for the faint hearted! Read about the risks!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: There is a [post on the cyanogenmod forum](http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/topic/52096-low-internal-memory/) that explains how to solve the problem.
I followed it and have had no more problems! It boils down to this:
1. use the Rom Manager to partition the SD card
2. Install [S2E](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.krikun.s2e) and use it to move the caches to the SD card
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/15 | 226 | 878 | <issue_start>username_0: In the HTC one X mail client there doesn't seem to be a way to move up and down to the next email from an open email (as i could previously do on my Desire). Is there a way to do this that i haven't spotted?<issue_comment>username_1: In the Gmail client, you can go to the next or previous mail by swiping right or left.
In the stock Email client, there is an arrow on the menu bar.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You have to turn off "Threaded View" in the email client. Once this is done, the "Menu" drop down will have a next and previous option. Go to the email client and go to Menu > Settings > General settings > Show threaded view. Uncheck this and you are good to go.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Actually if you slide to the right you get the next email. Similarly if u slide to the left u go to the previous one
Upvotes: -1 |
2012/06/15 | 590 | 2,121 | <issue_start>username_0: My phone is rooted with aokp build 38 on it. It is a Verizon Galaxy Nexus (toro)
There is a folder `/sdcard/data` that I can't make any changes to. Some of my apps are trying to use this folder but are not able to because any changes to this folder fail.
I tried deleting it but was unable to. I even used `adb shell` with root access and tried to `rmdir`, but it says "Permission Denied"
I also tried to `chmod 777` to give full access to the folder, but I still was unable to make any changes to it.
I'm at a loss as of what to do to make this directory writeable again.<issue_comment>username_1: Make a backup of your data first.
>
> every folder and file in the /sdcard/data directory is 0 bytes.
>
>
>
This looks like a corrupted filesystem or a defective sdcard (see correction). Especially, folders have a usual minimum size of 4.0K.
I'd suggest you to back up your data first, then check for errors:
Does "dmesg" show filesystem errors on mmcblk0 or similar?
If so try to backup, reformat sdcard (see correction) and restore or replace the faulty sdcard.
(EDIT) Correction:
The Galaxy Nexus has no SDCard but a unified EXT4 filesystem for /data that also includes /sdcard (which is symlinked to /data/media). You might solve the problem with a wipe. But that will also delete all of your /sdcard content too.
You might have luck entering recovery and adb'ing into it to fsck.ext4 your /data partition, I'm however not sure if your rom supports this command
`# boot to recovery first!
adb shell
cat /proc/partitions
# look for the biggest one and replace the ?? accordingly
fsck.ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk???`
Here's an external report about a similar issue:
<http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1541379>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Try going to `/data/media`, it should be the same folder as `/sdcard`. I think the files you're trying to delete might be virtual, I had this exact problem while trying to clean up in `/sdcard/Android/data` until I realized that I could also find them at the path specified.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/15 | 175 | 620 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there any PDF reader that does auto scrolling? I have some sheet music in PDF that I want to be able to scroll through<issue_comment>username_1: [ezPDF Reader Pro](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=udk.android.reader&hl=en) has a feature `Page Auto Flipping` which auto-scroll screen every provided second.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: [Pro PDF Reader](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foobnix.pro.pdf.reader&hl=en) has auto scrolling feature
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Have you tried MobileSheets? I use it a lot for music scores
Upvotes: -1 |
2012/06/16 | 676 | 2,714 | <issue_start>username_0: I need to recover data from my AT&T LG Thrill Android Phone
Background:
My AT&T LG Thrill phone's battery died a couple of days ago because I forgot to charge it. When I charged the phone and tried to turn it on, it showed the LG logo followed by the dropping balls and the AT&T "Rethink Possible" screen. I then get a mesage that the Application Google Services Framework has crashed and the phone goes into a loop with the dropping balls showing again followed by "Rethink Possible" screen. This sequence repeats itself over and over and the phone does not get out of this loop.
I have been able to go into the recovery screen (both Safe Mode and the Android Recovery Service) and have cleared cache, etc. However, I DO NOT want to wipe user data and restore to factory settings as this will wipe all of my data (pictures, application data, etc).
Solution Needed:
I need a suggestion to a way of accessing my data so that I can back it up onto an SD card/computer. I DO NOT want to root the phone as this may void the warranty. What I'm looking for is a way of perhaps putting the original flash image on the micro SD card and then have the phone read that image. Or some other similar solution that will get the phone out of this loop and allow me to get to the data.<issue_comment>username_1: There are two suggestions I have for you, both of which involve installing the Android SDK on your computer:
<http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html>
This is sort of overkill for you, because there is a lot of things in there that you don't need, but the most important thing is `adb`. If you don't want the SDK lying around, you can install Virtualbox and install the SDK on a Linux VM.
Once you have `adb` installed, you can do:
1. Post the output of `adb logcat` online. This will give you some insight as to what is causing the crash.
2. Do:
`adb pull /sdcard`
`adb pull /data`
This will pull your data off of your phone and onto your computer. Once your stuff is safely off your phone, you can do whatever factory wiping you need to do.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: There is no way to fix this issue without wiping it sorry, and as you cannot boot your device you cannot use the SDK to backup your data partition because:
1. It is the data that is most likely causing this issue
2. The data partition won't be mounted during boot time
Also, the above (or below) answer is assuming that you had USB Debugging enabled - did you?
Alas, you will have to wipe your device (including cache, dalvik-cache (if possible) and user data).
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: When you are in recovery mode you should be able to use `adb` to get your data.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/16 | 412 | 1,622 | <issue_start>username_0: Installed [MyDocs](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rcs.mydocs), I can select my Google-account and see listings of my documents, but to edit something I need to enter a password.
Why is this? When does it happen?
(I am constantly logged in to GMail)
I use Android because all this Google stuff is supposed to be integrated!
---
**Edit**: How can i know if an app is really integrated, and won't require separate authentication.<issue_comment>username_1: You're right that Android is supposed to be integrated. Well it is, but it doesn't happen magically, developers need to make it so.
This specific app is a beta and it was last updated more than a year ago. It's a safe bet that the developer(s) abandoned the project.
I recommend that you install the official [Google Drive](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.docs&feature=related_apps) app. It does not ask for your password and it is regularly updated.
---
Applications that can use the integrated authentication system require various permissions in the "Your Accounts" category.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: From the reviews on that app, it sounds like they're doing part of it in their app, and part of it by sending you to the website. This may well be two separate authentications.
The official Google Docs app is now part of [Google Drive](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.docs), have you tried that to see if it works more how you'd want? It doesn't ask me for any authentication when I use it.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/16 | 1,091 | 3,914 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a 4GB SD card which is partitioned into 3GB and 1GB (Well it's not 1GB it's approx. 750 MB) (I used it through my phone 'cause i didn't have a reader and i used mini tool partition wizard) then I put my data back onto the 3GB partition. Link2SD showed me a screen titled :"select the file system of your SD card's second partition" which has 4 options:
* ext2
* ext3
* ext4
* FAT32/FAT16
The 1GB partition is ext2 so I choose ext2 and restarted my phone. It showed the same message every time and it tells me "If you're getting this message after reboot it means that the second partition cannot be mounted automatically at boot"
My phone is a rooted Vodafone 858 Smart / Huawei 8160 it's running CM7.2
I tried to reformat and repartition but nothing worked.<issue_comment>username_1: Requirements:
* have a SDcard with a second partition that is ext2/ext3/ext4/... formatted.
* be sure /data/sdext2 exists
* be sure that mount-scripts are in place (menu->more->recreate mount scripts in link2sd)
If unsure, do as root via adb:
`df | grep sdext2` should show you a mounted ext2/ext3/... mmcblk0p2 partition
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: In my case, I had formatted the partition of interest in ext2 and used on a CM 10.2 build.
I rolled back to CM 7.2 and selected the default ext2 but it wouldn't work.
After rebooting and having the same problem, I selected the ext4 file system and voila!
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: For CM7, you have to choose ext3 (for CM10.1 and 10.2, none of them works for me).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: 1. Try making second partition using your clockworkmod recovery. If it does not help got to step 2.
2. [Ensure that the format of the second partition is not automatically changing itself.](http://cantstopgeeking.blogspot.in/2014/08/2nd-partition-automatically-converts.html) To do this you can follow the following steps:
1. Insert your memory card into your pc with help of a memory card adapter.
2. Download , install and run mini tool partition wizard.
3. Backup important stuff from your sdcard.
4. Delete every partition on your sdcard and click apply.
5. After that recreate your desired partitions. This time it won't revert to ext3..
Now you must try to use link2sd and see if the problem is resolved. If not, go to step 2.
3. As described by NaraRockingMyAce at [an xda forum](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568686) :
* With help of MiniTool Partition Wizard delete only your second
partition on sd card. (use sd card adapter, don't do it through data
cable).
* Create the 2nd partition again and make sure to set it as primary.
* Apply and verify if the problem is resolved.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: that problem (link2sd unable to properly recognized partition) will and has happened to people who used modified link2sdPLUS. make sure you are using the actual free version or download the free version and pay for actual Link2SD\_plus. that's what I've learnt :D
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: Fat32 partition must be set as first partition, and ext2,ext3,ext4 set as second partition. It is very important that they be in that order.
After, make sure that you have all partitions set as : primary.
Finally, try all ext2,ext3,ext4 - only ext4 worked for me!!
Good luck!!!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: I struggled getting the ext4 partition to mount. I saw the answer from username_6 above that emphasized the need to have the partitions in the correct order. Mine were ext4 first and fat32 second. I used minitool to delete the ext4 partition, move the fat32 and then create a new ext4 partition (making sure it was a primary) . My partitions were then in the order described by Denny. On the next reboot of the Android tablet, link2sd mounted the ext4 with no further configuration.
Thanks goes to Denny.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/16 | 820 | 2,982 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm a really big fan of the Google Playbook reader, especially for an Android Tablet. I love the 2 columns and the effect when you go to other page. So I was wondering, is there a PDF/eBook reader with similar functionality as the Google Playbook? Unfortunately Google Playbooks don't allow to import documents in PDF or EPUB format.<issue_comment>username_1: Amazon has just updated their Kindle app to offer a two column layout for tablets. I was thrilled that they did this. Google Pay Book reader has that two page layout and I really preferred that on my tablet.
[Kindle](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.amazon.kindle&feature=nav_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDNd) app will also read PDF files. I don't think it will do EPUB but there might be a converter out there to make it into Kindle format.
There are several places to find good free Kindle books. I rarely pay for a book anymore.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: There are several apps you might check (ordered best recommendation first):
* [Moon+ Reader Pro](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.flyersoft.moonreaderp) is the best ebook reader I know. Support for the important formats (txt, html, epub, pdf, umd, fb2, chm, zip -- pdf only in the pro, said to be the fastest PDF renderer on Android), plenty libraries pre-configured to download books from (you can add your own sources), great support, and more. Just no DRM (yet; as Adobe didn't answer to the developers requests). My clear recommendation for this one.
* [Aldiko Book Reader](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.aldiko.android) supports epub, PDF, DRM -- and also can access online sources
* [Mantano Reader](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mantano.reader.android.lite) supports epub & PDF, available in several versions, supports DRM
* [GO Book](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jb.gobook) supports epub, txt, umd, pdf and fb2 (DRM/catalogs support: unknown to me)
There are some more on the Playstore, but not all are recommendable (and some may have escaped my notice).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: **You can import/upload them:**
===============================
Uploading the PDF/ePub file(s) to your Library
----------------------------------------------
1. Go to [My Books](https://play.google.com/books)
2. Click on 'Upload File' in the top right corner.
3. Choose the file(s) you wish to upload.
Getting the PDF/ePub files in you App
-------------------------------------
1. Go into your [Google Play Books App](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.books&hl=en).
2. Click on the button on the top left ('Read Now' or 'My Library').
3. Select 'My Library'.
4. Click on the button just underneath it ('All books').
5. Click on 'Uploads'.
6. Click the Android Menu button.
7. Click on 'Refresh'
8. When you try to open the file, you may be prompted to download it.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/16 | 458 | 1,698 | <issue_start>username_0: I am attempting to telnet from my Ubuntu commandline to my Android phone and pad using the following syntax:
```
> telnet 192.168.0.4
Trying 192.168.0.4...
telnet: Unable to connect to remote host: Connection refused
```
But, I get that error message above when I try both devices.
Can anyone help with this?<issue_comment>username_1: Android does not include a telnet daemon. Use the included android debug bridge (meant for development or power users). It comes with the official SDK ( <http://developer.android.com/sdk/> ).
* Install both "tools" packages
* Enable USB debugging in your phone settings
* run `./platform-tools/adb shell` in yor sdk folder (needs approprate USB rights for your phone)
You then have a local shell on your phone.
If you definitely need access over network install an ssh server app ([search](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=ssh%20server&c=apps) play store for SSHDroid or QuickSSHd). You might want a *secure* shell server on a mobile device that connects to multiple maybe unsafe networks like public hotspots.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: An alternative to the former answer is installing [Terminal IDE](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spartacusrex.spartacuside&hl=en). Its really nice, but read the description to consider stuff like:
>
> NB: This app CANNOT be installed onto the SDCard because you do not get 'Execute' permissions on that mount. It must run in this app's private memory on the device [Also much more secure]. You can of course still read / write to the SDCard and store files there. ALSO - once extracted it takes up about 100MB. You have been warned.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 3 |
2012/06/16 | 338 | 1,156 | <issue_start>username_0: I just purchased a Samsung Galaxy S3 32GB, when I check the storage I have only 25.5GB. Where is the other 6.5GB?<issue_comment>username_1: Usually this space is taken up by various things that come with the device, like resources for the OS, built-in apps, and just disk information. Even formatting an 8 GB SD card will only get you 7.49 GB. That same logic would leave you with 30 GB, the rest is most likely the OS, and various system resources.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The 32GB are in 1000Byte = 1KB Logic, and the 25GB should be in Binary Logic, so 1024Byte = 1KB.
which gives at first a "loss" of about 2GB:
32GB = 29,8023GiB
the rest of the space is mostly the android system, reserved space for cache etc...
one small part will be the journal of the ext file sytstem which is used instead of yaffs. So arround 200-400MB i think will be covered by the ext journal.
you have the same problem with harddisks too. The firms write it in decimal logic but the operating system does it in binary. Some Operating Systems nowadays also write the correct GiB or MiB or KiB but not all...
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/17 | 521 | 1,918 | <issue_start>username_0: My ASUS Transformer TF101 charges extremely slowly using the original power adapter.
**I'm trying to figure out the cause.**
Here are all my knowns:
1. The power block (wall to USB adapter) charges my mobile phone without issues
2. The power block plus ASUS cable turns on my Transformer if it is off, or wakes it up if it is sleeping (but charges extremely slowly)
3. The ASUS cable lets me MTP and all that from computer and tablet
4. I installed ICS when in April and now its running 4.0.3
5. The charger does charge, but extremely slowly both on Keyboard dock and Tablet (a few days to get to 20%)
6. It definitely has not been near water, dust, direct sunlight or particle accelerators
From this I gauge: it's not the power block or the cable, and the only change was ICS a few months back which worked okay (first update was buggy, but the next one fixed this).
*Anyone else had this or know why it could be?*<issue_comment>username_1: Charging via USB can happen at very different rates depending on what the "host" end is plugged into. Generally the vendor-supplied wall charger is the "fastest" way, but perhaps something has gone bad with your supplied wall adapter. You should be able to improve charging times by shutting off wifi, GPS, etc, and making sure the screen is off.
See these questions for more details on what to look for on your adapters:
* [Why is charging from computer using USB slower than using an outlet?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/5262/why-is-charging-from-computer-using-usb-slower-than-using-an-outlet?lq=1)
* [Galaxy Tab is not being charged through USB Cable](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/9550/galaxy-tab-is-not-being-charged-through-usb-cable)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The issue turned out to be with the charging cable. Asus quickly swapped it over with a longer cable too.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/17 | 380 | 1,458 | <issue_start>username_0: My phone (SE Xperia X8) has a capacitive touchscreen, which, I'm told that only reacts to fingers.
So does it have a point to have lockscreen enabled?
I use Cyanogenmod so I can easily disable it.<issue_comment>username_1: Capacitive or not, the default Android behavior is that the touchscreen is disabled when screen is off so you always need to press a physical button to wake up the screen. If the physical buttons in your device cannot be easily accidentally pressed while the device is in your pocket/bag/wherever-you-usually-put-your-phone and you don't need the security of a password/PIN/Face-Unlock, then there should be no issue to use no lockscreen. FYI, this option is available in stock Android 4.0.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You're almost right.
>
> Capacitive screens can detect anything that's conductive or has a dielectric difference to air.
>
>
>
[Here's](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capacitive_sensing) a good Wikipedia article about this.
If you carry your phone in a pocket, you can easily activate the screen without noticing it. Try this:
Put some cloth (eg. Jeans) between your hand and the screen, now if you press it hard enough the touch will register.
If a button is accidentally pressed while you slip it into your pocket and you have lockscreen disabled, it's that much easier for your butt to dial someone. And you don't want that do you?
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/17 | 322 | 1,364 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm a native Hungarian speaker, a few months ago I moved to Germany, and I have a problem with the Google search, I installed the Google chrome on my android device but the default search engine is German(google.de), it's so annoying when I would like to get English results, but instead of that I'm getting Germany results. How can I change that?<issue_comment>username_1: Set yor language by clicking on 'Einstellungen' or navigate directly to the english localized version: <http://www.google.com/preferences?hl=en> to set it there (you can switch the 'hl=en' for english to hl=hu for hungarian or any other you want in the link).
Setting your start page is not what you want: This will not affect searches from the widget or from the omnibox (the auto completion, aka instant search).
Edit:
Seems like the keyboard language sets the default... switched from en to german and back.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Your search settings are tied to the location where you first installed and ran Chrome. Currently, it's not possible to adjust the language or country domain. This is a known issue in the current version, and we are working on a fix.
As a workaround, go to Android Settings > Apps > Chrome > Clear Data to reset your location. (Note: Enable Sync first to keep your browser settings.)
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/17 | 1,737 | 6,685 | <issue_start>username_0: When I got my phone, I imported my old contacts by writing a small program that uses the [contacts API](http://developer.android.com/resources/articles/contacts.html). That worked great, and all my contacts were stored locally on the phone (sync with Google is turned off). Now I need to add a new contact manually through the standard contacts menu. I *only* get the option to add the new contact to my "Google account", there's no choice for local storage. All the contacts i batch-added with my program are correctly listed as "phone only, unsynced contact", and this is what I'd like to happen also with new contacts I add from the standard contacts menu as well.
I'm aware of [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/24190/16017), but there are no storage settings at all in the contacts settings menu described in that question's answer.
What do I do to add new contacts to the local storage? I could of course use the program I wrote, but that seems a bit cumbersome in the long run, and surely there must be a way to do this through the menus?
I'm running stock Android 4.0.2 on a Galaxy Nexus.<issue_comment>username_1: Since ICS, Google stopped allowing you to store contacts locally.
Some manufacturers add this manually to their own ROM's.
You now *have* to sync it to a type of account.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: There may be a better workaround for this problem, but I just tried this:
* Make sure you have all your contacts on a safe place outside your phone.
Create another (than your current) Google account, e.g. `<EMAIL>`.
* Add it to your phone. Make it the one that it used for new contacts by default.
* Delete the account on Google again.
If you hadn't had any contacts in your normal Google account, you are done. Just make sure that your syncing software uses the correct (new) account.
If you had contacts in your normal account, you'll have to transfer them from the normal Google account to the special new account somehow.
I used the software [My Phone Explorer](http://www.fjsoft.at/en/downloads.php) (MPE) to do it, but it is tricky.
* First, you need to set the folder/account used to sync the contacts in the MPE client on the phone to the one still containing the contacts.
* Then sync. This will get the contacts over to the PC.
* On the PC, copy ALL the contacts to clipboard. Also make a backup with MPE.
* Then delete all contacts on the PC (select one, then press Ctrl-A to select all, then delete).
* Then sync. This will delete the contacts from the (normal) Google account.
Now change the folder/account used to sync the contacts in the MPE client on the phone to the new one. Also change the folder/account where new contacts go into (to the new account).
* On the PC, paste all contacts again into the application.
* Then sync again. This will create the contacts in the new account.
Now your contacts are stored in a Google account (which keeps your ICS/Jelly Bean phone happy), but you are certain that the contacts cannot be accidentally synced with Google (which hopefully keeps you happy).
Why do they make us do such things? I think whoever wants to keep his data private should be able to do so without using tricks.
Is someone out there able to program a new content-provider for contacts using a local store?
BTW: MPE is still able to store the contacts on the phone locally the way it worked before ICS when you sync with your PC. However, the problem is, that on the phone you cannot add a new contact to this local store, it is just not being displayed when you are asked where to store the new contact.
***Pitfall:*** Occasionally, you will see a message, that there is a login problem with the deleted account. Instead of being angry about that, you can be happy because it shows you that you just have successfully prevented data leakage from your phone to Google ;-)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: You can use [Local Calendar](http://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=local%20calendar&fdid=org.sufficientlysecure.localcalendar) from the Android [F-Droid FOSS Repository](http://f-droid.org/)
I am using it without any problems on my phone.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Disable the Google Contacts Sync app (`Settings -> Apps -> All -> GoogleContactsSyncAdapter` -> Disable) and reboot, then try adding a contact again. If this does not help and you have rooted your Android then you can delete `/system/app/GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk` with a file browser (but take a backup first!).
Either way, next time you create a contact you should be informed that the contact will be stored locally.
As far as I can tell this won't break anything else.
However, if you also use another account with sync function like Microsoft Exchange (for hotmail), you'll have to remove that one too. In case of Microsoft Exchange, it's best to remove the entire account, because just disabling the app prevents you from receiving emails anyway.
[Source](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1808037)
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_5: One solution that worked for me is the following:
Host your own instance of [ownCloud](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OwnCloud), then sync your contacts via CalDav ([Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.bitfire.davdroid) or for free at [F-Droid](https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=davdroid&fdid=at.bitfire.davdroid)).
Alternatives would be [CardDAV](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.dmfs.carddav.sync) for contacts and [ICalSync2](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.kc.and.ical) for calendars.
For another (simpler) solution see [my second answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/52263/40344).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: Compared to [my first answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/52256/40344), there is another (simpler) solution that also worked for me:
Use the [MyLocalAccount](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fjsoft.mylocalaccount) App to create a local account. You can then easily sync your contacts with your PC using [MyPhoneExplorer](http://www.fjsoft.at).
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_6: If you're rooted use Titanium Backup Pro and freeze "Google Contact Sync". It'll be in red text but don't worry about that, freeze it anyway.
Now if you go to WhatsApp, for example, and add a contact it'll give you a message about adding an account, click " keep local". You're done, keeping the contact local will be the default option now.
To reverse the process for whatever reason, just defrost the app from Titanium Backup Pro.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/17 | 360 | 1,386 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to tether over wifi rooted Xperia X8 running Android 2.1.
I used wifi tether app but I just saw error message "Sorry, but your kernel does note have all necessary feathers for running this application."
What kind of setting should I change?<issue_comment>username_1: Alas, it's not possible officially.
As the message told you, there are dependancies on the running kernel. This belongs to the core of your phone's operating system and is only meant to be upgraded by official updates from <NAME>. Your current firmware is however already the latest version Sony Ericsson provides for the X8 as it has reached end-of-life update-wise. Hence, you cannot do anything about it except installing a non-official community mod.
For the sake of completeness: Such a mod exists, see [this](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362585) for an example. However, it's not an easy path to get it working initially. I would suggest you refrain from installing it if you have concerns to void your warranty and don't want to end up with a broken device.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Download [Barnacle Wifi Tether](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.szym.barnacle&hl=en) This app will load it's OWN drivers and actually use your phone as a modem. I have used it once before with my X8 Android 2.1 also.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/17 | 350 | 1,330 | <issue_start>username_0: My battery on my new S3 seems to be being eaten up by the cell standby using more than 50%.
I appear to get a decent signal on the phone. Does anyone have any idea why this figure would be so high?<issue_comment>username_1: Alas, it's not possible officially.
As the message told you, there are dependancies on the running kernel. This belongs to the core of your phone's operating system and is only meant to be upgraded by official updates from Sony Ericsson. Your current firmware is however already the latest version Sony Ericsson provides for the X8 as it has reached end-of-life update-wise. Hence, you cannot do anything about it except installing a non-official community mod.
For the sake of completeness: Such a mod exists, see [this](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1362585) for an example. However, it's not an easy path to get it working initially. I would suggest you refrain from installing it if you have concerns to void your warranty and don't want to end up with a broken device.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Download [Barnacle Wifi Tether](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.szym.barnacle&hl=en) This app will load it's OWN drivers and actually use your phone as a modem. I have used it once before with my X8 Android 2.1 also.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/17 | 1,413 | 5,784 | <issue_start>username_0: I have my mobile phone (Samsung Galaxy S2) running on ICS. Recently I activated Microsoft Exchnage ActiveSync to connect to my corporate email. It disabled all the security options like 'Pattern Unlock'. I hated it, and removed my microsoft active exchange account from the phone, but these options are still disabled. How do I get it enabled?<issue_comment>username_1: Okay, stab in the dark, but try this:
From the home screen, press `Menu` `->Settings->Location & Security->Select Device Administrators` and look for something related to the Exchange account, most likely `Corporate Sync`. You should be able to change settings/disable it from there.
I've never used an Exchange account, so I can't test this :/ But it looks from reading around ([here](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/1568/how-to-remove-corporate-settings)) that this may be your problem, otherwise it may be [forced Exchange settings](http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/bb123994.aspx) as described on [this technet forum](http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/nl/exchange2010/thread/74be18ba-7fa8-43a8-8efe-c37fa0f44ead).
Let us know if this works, or points you in a new direction!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: As a last ditch effort, you could try this:
1. Use Titanium Backup to backup all your Apps + Data.
2. Reset the phone to factory defaults.
3. Restore all apps and data except for Activesync.
This will definitely fix your issues. Question is, "Is it worth the effort?"
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Had issue that "None", "Slide" and "Face unlock" were all greyed out.
Went to Security->Clear Credentials and all options became available.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: This is already answered, but here is an alternative that does not require you to remove whatever credential/configuration caused this in the the first place. After all, you needed the credential/configuration once and you will probably need it again.
This is probably caused by some configuration that installed a certificate on your device (such as a VPN profile, an exchange account, or secure wifi network). It could also could be caused by an [app that has administrator privileges](http://androidforums.com/hp-touchpad/522034-disable-lock-screen.html).
Here's the loophole: only *the graphic interface* for selecting these options is disabled. I was able to get around this using third-party apps. I used Tasker in combination with the free version of Secure Settings. In Tasker ... New Task -> Add Action -> Plugin -> Secure Settings -> Edit ... then choose your options. To make it take effect immediately, just press 'Run' when you get back to the Task Edit screen (looks like a 'play' button).
**Please note:**
* This requires your phone to be rooted.
* Encrypting your phone or SD card [disables less secure lock options](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=30580565). I am unsure what effect the method described herein will have in those cases.
* This method retains the configuration needed access the culprit account/service, but circumvents its security requirements. To use [someone else words](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/26890/29626):
>
> There is a specific reason why an administrator configures such a policy, and I would recommend it to everyone. If your phone gets stolen nobody will be able to read your company's email, which is a secret. Lots of industrial accidents occurred because employees lost their mobile devices (laptops included) with sensitive data not protected enough.
>
>
>
I suggest associating the Tasker task with a Tasker profile that is only activated in certain situations (for instance, when you are at home).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: Have you got VPN set up? - it requires it. I had VPN set up then decided i didn't it so after i removed the VPN (settings > other > VPN > long press > delete) the 'None' option for removing pin/password got enabled again
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: I recently ran into the same issue. After connecting to Exchange 2010 I was not able to reset back to a swipe unlock... even after removing the exchange account and clearing the credentials. Turns out that the policy of this Exchange connection required that you have high unlock security of a 6 character password including at least 1 digit and it encrypts your SD card (among other security features). I was not able to change back to the swipe unlock because the SD card was encrypted. At the time I had a 4 digit PIN (medium/high) as the security to unlock my phone, however the security was set to Password (high). Therefore I was able to get into my phone with the PIN, but not able to get to the options to decrypt the SD card.
To resolve the issue and decrypt the SD card I had to go through the Password security setup and create a password. After I created the password I was then able to get to the properties of "Encrypt external SD card" and uncheck the option to encrypt the SD card. Once the encryption was removed from the SD card I was able to change the unlock back to swipe.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: On a Galaxy S4 I had the exact same issue. Corporate Exchange policies grayed out all locks screen choices except password and pin. "Clear Credentials" was grayed out. After removing the Exchange account all options were still grayed out. I had to go through the Password Security setup wizard to create a device password. I then had to go into "Encrypt external SD card", even though I had no external SD card inserted, and turn that off. I could then, finally, change my screen lock types (I chose pattern lock). Took an hour of sleuthing, but this thread finally gave me the clues needed. Thanks all.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/17 | 404 | 1,272 | <issue_start>username_0: >
> **Possible Duplicate:**
>
> [How can I tell if I have root?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/13335/how-can-i-tell-if-i-have-root)
>
>
>
I am a noob when it comes to android.
I've read a little about rooting, but I still haven't figured out how to know if my device is already rooted or not (I bought it from a questionable store, so I don't want to just take their word for it).
I have a Galaxy S2, but I think this question is relevant for any android device.<issue_comment>username_1: I think the best way to test would be to install an app that requires root access to perform it's main functions. Like [ROM Manager](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.rommanager&hl=en), [Wi-Fi Tether](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=android.tether&hl=en) or most [screenshot apps](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.androidscreenshotapptool.free&feature=related_apps#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEwOSwiY29tLmFuZHJvaWRzY3JlZW5zaG90YXBwdG9vbC5mcmVlIl0.). They will require root and notify you if you do not have root access.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Check if you have application like superuser or superSU installed, and launched it.
you'll see.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/17 | 291 | 1,290 | <issue_start>username_0: Google Play Music has the tendency to totally fill up my SD card with cache files for streaming. Now I do like this as 3g connection when travelling can be flaky and this way you minimise re-streaming of music you have recently been listening too (so unchecking this option in the settings is not a solution).
Problem arise that Google Play Music is taking up all available space which leads to other applications (Evernote in this case particularly) to complain about having not enough space on the SD card (total free space at the moment is 95mb but this still leads to Evernote shouting warnings/errors).
Is there a way to limit an app like this for the total space it can take on the SD card?<issue_comment>username_1: Unfortunately, there is currently no way to limit the size of the cache for the google music app. People have been asking for it since it came out though, so hopefully it appears in a future update.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: An alternative until Google gets their act together is to use an cache clearing app like Clean Master (I have no affiliation with it). You can set up an app like this so that it will automatically remind you to clear your cache, whether it be by date frequency or by size.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/18 | 608 | 2,384 | <issue_start>username_0: I've recently got hold on an HTC One X having moved from an HTC Desire.
I noticed that my One X charges very slowly when connected to the USB socket on my PC, whereas the Desire was comparatively fast. When charging the One X from the supplied AC adapter the charge is very fast. So, I purchased a new Mains Adapter to keep in the office.
However, when connecting the phone to this mains adapter the device still says Charging : USB under the battery status tab and it isn’t as fast as I thought it should be
So, is there some difference between the supplied AC adapter and this third-party one I have purchased? Presumably the power supplied s not as high or is there something more?<issue_comment>username_1: In fact the charging time depends on two points:
1. the output current of the adapter or the USB. The output current of the PC is only 0.5a, it may charge slowly than most of the AC adapters (most of the AC Adapters are 1A or more).
2. the input current and the charging convert rate of the phone. Different phones have different input current due to Limited current protection for them. For example, the limites current for Nokia is 0.5a, the input current is only 0.5a even you use an ac adapter with 1.0a output. Beside, the charging convert rate is also different according to the models.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: To charge at the maximum rate, the charger must identify itself as a charging device by shorting two middle USB pins. This is in the USB specification. Proper chargers come like this. Other chargers can be modified to short the pins together.
I have personally modded a Griffin USB car charger in this manner. Before the change, it would charge in "USB" mode. After soldering together the two pins, the phone charges in "AC" mode.
One caveat: I have not done any tests to see if this changes the charging rate, but it certainly charges quickly after the mod. Everything I have read about this phone says that it will only pull 500 mA in "USB" mode.
References:
[Wikipedia entry regarding USB charging spec.](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_Serial_Bus#Charging_ports_and_accessory_charging_adapters) Look for the words "Dedicated charging port."
[Amazon user review](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/B0042B9U8Q) with instructions for modding a certain car charger.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/18 | 474 | 1,958 | <issue_start>username_0: Most tasks can be done using the network's internet connection (3g for me) like uploading photo to facebook or downloading a new app. But sometimes I end up having to wait to find a wifi connection to say, upload a video to youtube or download a game for my Xperia Play. **Why do these tasks require wifi?** Are these software restrictions placed by my provider?<issue_comment>username_1: Most of the time it's because Battery Saver Mode is on. 3G is (often) slow compared to Wifi, so it takes a lot longer to complete large downloads and drains the battery a lot more. Turning battery saver mode off will allow you to download via 3G on many phones.
Another possible (app-specific) reason is that it just uses up too much bandwidth and wouldn't be practical on a limited-transfer 3G connection; if this is the case there's not much you can do about it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Most apps do this now to protect the user's mobile data usage. Knowing that most data plans are limited (200 MB a month, in the case of my roommate), developers prevent users from, say downloading a 45 MB game from the Play Store/Amazon App Store via mobile network, as this would not be beneficial, seeing as it would take almost 1/4 of your data and would take a significant amount of time and battery. Same goes with uploading.
Most **apps** do this as an option, though some (in the case of the Amazon App Store) will block you completely from performing these actions without Wi-Fi. But no, this is not an issue with your carrier. I have Sprint (and unlimited data) and I am still forced to download certain apps and upload pictures through various services only through Wi-Fi.
**NOTE**: I have found that some apps that prevent Wi-Fi-less downloads (i.e. Amazon App Store) allow me to do these on my network as long as it is over 4G. If you have this option, try it and see if it works for you as well!
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/18 | 402 | 1,514 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm not sure whether this is a Galaxy Nexus question or an ICS question, but here goes:
Suppose I'm using some app and then I move to the home screen, rather than shutting down, the app is left to run in the background. Is there a way of exiting an app such that it gets closed upon leaving it rather than being left to run in the background?<issue_comment>username_1: In [AOKP ICS ROMs](http://aokp.co/index.php/news), and a few other's I have used, there is an option that you can enable that will allow you to kill (close) an active app by holding down the `Back` button. I do not know if this was a feature of ICS or the CM9 ROM family, but I will let you know if I find that out.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Usually, holding/tapping on the BACK key should "exit" an app. Of course, the best way is to use the Exit button if an app provides it.
THat's how one would gracefully "exit" from an app. In order to force an exit or kill it, you'd best look at a Task Killer and forcibly kill the process.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: This is really a question about Android in general, and is based on a misconception of how Android handles background apps. Check out [this XDA post](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27560775) for a nice explanation of why processes sitting in memory in the background really aren't a bad thing. You should only worry about exiting/force-quitting/killing an app if things start misbehaving.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/18 | 412 | 1,526 | <issue_start>username_0: I am currently running the Favum 1.1 ROM on my toshiba thrive, and I tried to use Font Installer to install a new system font. For some reason the font will install, but the actual font on my thrive won't change even when I restart and wipe the davlik cache. Is there any way to change the system font?
I can't find the system/font folder anywhere either.<issue_comment>username_1: In [AOKP ICS ROMs](http://aokp.co/index.php/news), and a few other's I have used, there is an option that you can enable that will allow you to kill (close) an active app by holding down the `Back` button. I do not know if this was a feature of ICS or the CM9 ROM family, but I will let you know if I find that out.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Usually, holding/tapping on the BACK key should "exit" an app. Of course, the best way is to use the Exit button if an app provides it.
THat's how one would gracefully "exit" from an app. In order to force an exit or kill it, you'd best look at a Task Killer and forcibly kill the process.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: This is really a question about Android in general, and is based on a misconception of how Android handles background apps. Check out [this XDA post](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27560775) for a nice explanation of why processes sitting in memory in the background really aren't a bad thing. You should only worry about exiting/force-quitting/killing an app if things start misbehaving.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/18 | 189 | 747 | <issue_start>username_0: I went to www.whatsmyip.org and got my public IP address for my phone. Just for kicks and grins, I tried to ping it, but didn't get a reply. Is ICMP turned off on my android phone?<issue_comment>username_1: Either your phone silently drops pings, or the router it's behind, either your wifi router, or the 3G network's router that NATs your phone drops them.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Your phone can have a lot of different IP's on different interfaces but that one is not yours. It's internet gateway of your mobile operator.
If I'm wrong consider the point of describing to customers why they should pay for some pings or face the hell of ICMP incapsulation of freebies masters.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/18 | 717 | 2,679 | <issue_start>username_0: I need to find a way to manually add in the system.img file of the Crespo build for Android onto a Nexus S phone.
Has anyone flashed a Crespo build image (I think it boils down to a system.img file) in a way different than the manual? Such as flashing to the device directly on a Windows 7 machine?
I cannot use the commands as found in the directions at <http://source.android.com/source/building.html>, such as "$ adb reboot bootloader" and "$ fastboot flashall -w" given that my Android build tree exists on a virtual machine (made via VirtualBox) that resides within a server computer (I can access this via RDP and VRDP, though VRDP isn't quite working at the moment to allow me to use the local USB ports of my remote computer).
(A relevant and linked question I have just asked which is also making figuring this out for myself very difficult and if anyone can answer that one as well that would be helpful: <https://stackoverflow.com/questions/11090473/how-to-get-nexus-s-version-4-0-4-icecreamsandwich-to-register-as-a-device-on>)<issue_comment>username_1: It's possible to inject your system.img into a previous nandroid backup done from clockworkmod and then restore that backup with the new system.img.
Prerequisites:
* Installed clockworkmod recovery
* desired system.img saved onto sdcard
* do a fresh nandroid backup
To install the new system.img:
1. boot to recovery
2. create a nandroid backup to let's say /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup/[currenttimestamp]/
3. replace /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup/[currenttimestamp]/system.img with your new one
4. compute the md5sum of your new system.img
5. update the md5sum in the *system.img* line in /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup/[currenttimestamp]/nandroid.md5 file with the value from [4.]
6. restore your altered backup
7. if needed, do a wipe
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: These sites also proved quite helpful in learning to manually flash a ROM to an Android phone device, in case anyone ever has to that him or herself:
<http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Nexus_S:_Full_Update_Guide>
<http://wiki.yobi.be/wiki/Android#Restoring_.28most_of.29_factory_ROM_.282.3.3.29_with_fastboot>
The first is particularly useful for learning some critical "./fastboot" syntax and the second one is primarily useful for learning that to flash a complete Android system, you must, after backing up your old one, flash the system.img, recovery.img, and boot.img that are created from the Android code buidling process.
Note: From my quest to learn how to do this, I learned there are actually many ways to actually flash to your phone (including the solution presented by username_1)
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/18 | 630 | 2,240 | <issue_start>username_0: I set up my phone to use a gesture based unlock, and told it to hide the unlock button. Now the gesture isn't working and I can't get past the lock screen. For the standard Android lock screen, there is a feature whereby if you enter the wrong pass code 5 times, you can press a button to enter the username and password of your Android account to reset the lock screen. Is there any way to do this, or any other way to bypass the lock screen on Cyanogenmod 7.2? I have adb shell access to the device.<issue_comment>username_1: The answer to this question is hideously complex. It requires ADB set up on your mobile and PC. Cyanogenmod enables adb on the device by default. Instructions for setting adb up on the PC can be found [here](http://theunlockr.com/2009/10/06/how-to-set-up-adb-usb-drivers-for-android-devices/).
With the phone connected to the PC, using a command prompt go to the directory containing adb, and start a shell. On my system the command to do this is as follows, but it may be different on yours.
```
cd "\Program Files (x86)\Android\android-sdk\platform-tools"
adb shell
```
You will then get a prompt consisting of a single # if all is well. Enter the following command:
```
sqlite3 /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases/settings.db
```
The prompt will then change to
```
sqllite>
```
Enter the command
```
select * from secure;
```
This will produce a list of parameters. The one you are looking for will be something like:
```
440|lockscreen_gestures_disable_unlock|1
```
The number on the left hand side is an which varies from phone to phone. The next command is then
```
update secure set value=0 where _id=;
```
So in this example the command would be
```
update secure set value=0 where _id=440;
```
Reboot the phone, and the unlock button will have returned and you will have access to the phone again.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Here's how I cleared the screen lock password on my phone running CyanogenMod 11:
* Boot into TeamWin (or other adb-enabled) recovery,
* Connect the USB cable on the computer, then perform:
```
sudo -i
adb -d shell
mount /data
cd /data/system
rm gesture.key
rm password.key
```
* reboot
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/19 | 541 | 2,188 | <issue_start>username_0: I used wifi tether application to share internet connection in rooted xperia x8 android 2.1 version. It is work for my laptop.
I can connect this network correctly with my laptop. But I can not connect this network with another android phone or tablet.
Because this network does not appear in another android phone or tablet. What setting should I change?<issue_comment>username_1: Most likely, your X8 is broadcasting the wireless network in [ad-hoc](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wireless_ad_hoc_network) mode rather than [infrastructure (AP) mode](http://compnetworking.about.com/cs/wireless/f/infrawireless.htm). Android does not natively support ad-hoc wireless connections, which is why your tablet cannot see or connect to the hotspot.
Your options depend largely on the state of your devices. If your phone is rooted then you can try a custom ROM or kernel that is built with support for infrastructure mode. [XDA's X8 sub-forum](http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=849&order=desc&page=2) would be a good place to start looking for a ROM/kernel that suits your needs. Custom ROMs may list infrastructure or wifi tethering support in their features, though you may have to skim the ROM's thread as a whole to find out.
If your tablet is rooted then you could try to find a wireless module that has been built to support ad-hoc mode. There are modifications for many mainstream tablets that will enable this functionality, usually consisting of a patched version of the `wpa_supplicant` binary that would need to be installed on your device.
If neither device is rooted then there is probably not much you can do. You may want to look into other alternatives, such as perhaps [Bluetooth tethering](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/tagged/bluetooth-tethering).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The **wifi-tether** app supports running in infrastructure mode.
1. Make sure you have the app called [**wifi-tether**](http://code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/) (Not wireless-tether or anything)
2. Use of this app requires a rooted phone and netfilter compiled into your kernel (which may or may not come stock)
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/19 | 524 | 1,703 | <issue_start>username_0: When running the stock Optimus 2X ROM my "internal" SDCARD was mounted at /mnt/sdcard and my external SDCARD was mounted at /mnt/sdcard/\_ExternalSD
I have now installed CM7.2 and the "internal" card is now mounted at /mnt/emmc and the external SD card is mounted at /mnt/sdcard
As a result, my restored apps (via Titanium) are looking at /mnt/sdcard for files that are at /mnt/emmc
My questions:
1) why do the two ROMs treat the cards so differently?
2) the stock LG way seems "better" as the "internal" card was actually being used by apps, now it's tucked away at /mnt/emmc how will it be used?
3) what's the ideal way to resolve my "apps looking in the wrong place" problem?
a) just copy the files from /mnt/emmc to /mnt/sdcard?
b) something else<issue_comment>username_1: This is a small bug in cyanogenmod. You can mount `/emmc` to `/sdcard/external_sd` by folowing command:
```
su
mount -o bind /mnt/emmc /sdcard/external_sd
```
You need to install a terminal emulator (e.g. [Android Terminal Emulator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm)) in your mobile for excuting command. It's 100% working.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: This is a simple guide, howto fix the emmc Bug on Cyanogenmod.
1.At first install Rom Toolbox.
2.Open Rom Toolbox and scroll Down to Scripter and open it.
3.Click on add and make a script named "Emmc bug"
4.Put " busybox mount /mnt/emmc /mnt/sdcard/external\_sd."into the Command field and save.
5.Press on the created script and check run on Boot.
6.Reboot
**Also you can look at [this](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1545801) post(useful)**
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/19 | 1,481 | 5,432 | <issue_start>username_0: My Acer Liquid got wet with seawater. I didn't notice that right the moment, but after an hour it made a couple of vibrations and the screen doesn't turn on. Connected to power and nothing happens, no LED lights and it does just nothing. Trying to turn it on doesn't give any result.
Is it gone forever? Can I try anything? Can I make it repair?<issue_comment>username_1: The information below will help, but there is now additional information on rice baths and using water vs. alcohol to clean electronics. [Please read more from iFixit for more detailed information.](https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/Electronics_Water_Damage)
**DON'T ATTEMPT TO APPLY ANY POWER**
====================================
* Separate the phone into as many parts as you can (i.e. **take the battery out**, back cover off) without taking screws out.
* Cover the device fully with dry rice. Try three days, this gives the water time to evaporate, hopefully, aided by the rice.
* Reassemble and try the device again.
If this doesn't work, there are a few more things to try, but chances are you're out of luck :/
**IF YOU WISH TO BE EXTREME, or have spilled corrosive material (soda, juice, etc.)**
Note, I have a friend that has done this successfully several times, and even though it sounds scary, it has worked for many people:
* First, **take out the battery**
* Second, check to make sure you **took out the battery**
* Next, submerge the phone (*without the battery*) completely in **deionized** water (distilled should be fine). Leave it there for **24 hours**.
* **ALTERNATIVELY:** washing the internals with 90% or higher isopropyl alcohol will clean the device just as well, and evaporate much quicker, without the need for a rice soak.
* After waiting such a time, remove the phone, scrub the board with alcohol to remove any corrosion, **still, do not replace the battery** and cover it *completely* in dry rice for **three times (or a week, to be safe)** the amount of time you had it in the water
This process should clean the inside of your phone and hopefully remove any salinity, and should not harm the phone **as long as there is no power applied to the device, i.e. the battery**
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: It sounds like you're screwed at this point.
However, this is what you should do if you happen to drop an electronic device in salt-water:
1. Immediately remove all battery and power sources and do ***not*** reconnect them for several days and after following the steps below.
2. If the exposure is quite high. (ie submerged in salt water for several seconds), then you will want to flush the device with distilled water. OR if possible, disassemble and clean all electric surfaces with alcohol.
3. Dry the device by surrounding it in dry rice for 2-3 days. (And maybe put it near something with ambient heat)
4. Only when confident the device is dry, should you reapply power.
* The hope here is that when it shorted out the first time, it didn't damage anything.
* Attempting to apply the power while device is still wet will certainly cause damage.
* Salt water is known to cause damage, and therefore it might be best to try to flush the salt out with distilled water Or disassembly if possible. (Water itself will not cause much damage unless electricity is applied during the process.)
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: Rice does not solve water damage.
=================================
(Source: [iFixit](https://www.ifixit.com/Wiki/Don%27t_Put_Your_Device_in_Rice._Here%27s_Why...))
>
> When we put a phone in rice, it is the same thing as doing nothing. It
> just FEELS like we're actively trying something. Corrosion is instant
> when a phone hits water. Sometimes the corrosion hits important
> components, sometimes not. If we resist turning the phone on until it
> dries on the counter, in the rice bag, or anywhere else, sometimes we
> get lucky. If we had the phone in the rice bag, we think the rice
> saved the phone. But it didn't! Even if the phone seems to be working,
> it will have oxidized solder joints that are weakened and brittle.
> Corrosion will continue to spread inside the phone. We have done
> nothing but experienced temporary luck.
>
>
>
You have to take it to a repair shop that has an ultrasonic cleaner or follow the advice from iFixit.
>
> What you want to do is first displace the water—or more specifically,
> all the conductive stuff in the water. You can do this best by using
> 90%+ isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol and a toothbrush. Open your device as
> soon as you can, take out the battery, and get scrubbing. Submerge the
> whole motherboard in alcohol, and scrub away. Only then, dry it and
> see where you stand. This is your best strategy for liquid damage.
>
>
>
-
>
> You'd be hard pressed to find any experienced professional in the
> repair industry that doesn't roll their eyes when they hear the word
> "rice." We see the sad result of phones/devices that have been
> carefully placed in the Mahatma bag with fingers crossed.
>
>
>
How is rice supposed to remove this damage? Imagine even rubbing the rice on the circuit board. Would that do anything? NO. So that's why putting your phone in a bag of rice would NOT help.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/lWZHt.jpg)
Chip after rice cure (click to enlarge)
Upvotes: 3 |
2012/06/19 | 256 | 891 | <issue_start>username_0: I just started using this ZTE Warp (on Boost Mobile) yesterday. I rooted and ROM'd it with Clockwork Mod and Shinjitsu 1.5b (1.5.1c and 1.5.1c-beta2 did not work, for some reason).
Everything is pretty awesome so far, but whenever I enable Wi-Fi, I lose all 3G service - not just data, I can't send or receive calls or texts - the phone says 'No Service'.
Any ideas? I'm pretty new to Android.<issue_comment>username_1: Just disable wifi. I have 1.5.1c Beta 2. Look for ccrusher1 on the forum, and message me if you need more help.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I went over to the Android forums and asked... apparently, it's a known bug in all overclocked versions of Shinjitsu. I installed the non-overclocked kernel (as an update.zip from the SD card, with Clockwork) and it's been almost two hours and everything is working perfectly!
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/19 | 366 | 1,403 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a situation similar to [Can I use an Android phone without an Internet access plan?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/3897/can-i-use-an-android-phone-without-an-internet-access-plan) but with one key difference, I don't even want to use it as a phone. Just a PDA.
I have an original VZW droid, the phone powers up and I can start apps etc; however, I cannot even connect to WiFi (it tries and fails with an error that just says unable to connect, try again). Is this a limitation of the phone being ***not*** activated? I used to use this phone as my every day driver, but I've since upgraded to a new phone, but would still like to use this droid as a wifi web browser around the house.<issue_comment>username_1: Yes you can, there shouldn't be any problem for using your phone as PDA only.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I had the same issue with my HTC Hero. Even though I could toggle Wifi on and off while in Airplane mode, it would fail to connect. Turning Airplane mode off solved the problem.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: There shouldn't be any problems using WiFi without having an active account on your og Droid. There's a pretty good discussion of this same question on the thread ["repurpose old android phone"](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/12492/reusing-old-android-phone/22591#22591).
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/20 | 691 | 2,751 | <issue_start>username_0: Does anyone know of any current Android phones that do not have Bluetooth? We are trying to test our application on phones that do and don't support Bluetooth, but having a tough time finding any phones that don't have it.
Any pointers to sites that may help me track this down would be appreciated.<issue_comment>username_1: There's probably not a single one.
The reason is that initially (or still?) Google had requirements for handset makers if they wished to include the Google apps in their phone like: handset needs to include 3G, GPS, Bluetooth support (and probably more).
All recent phones will have bluetooth, so if you really find one without: It's probably outdated and runs on an old version of Android.
You might try an Amazon Kindle (that's really stripped down), but that has also no Google Apps, no GPS and no GSM and is a tablet.
Last resort if you really want to get one without bluetooth support:
Get a model with good CyanogenMod support and build your own ROM with bluetooth patched out (Seems like you do development, so you might consider this).
EDIT:
Here's the [Android Compatibility Definition Document](http://static.googleusercontent.com/media/source.android.com/de//compatibility/android-cdd.pdf)
You might find more information here why every device nowadays has Bluetooth integrated:
Due to the Oracle America vs. Google lawsuit some of the contracts ("Mobile Application Distribution Agreement") between Google and handset manufacturers HTC and Samsung were published:
<http://www.benedelman.org/docs/samsung-mada.pdf>
<http://www.benedelman.org/docs/htc-mada.pdf>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Due to no licensing cost and cheap hardware, its difficult to find a smartphone without bluetooth.
To test your application, you can disable bluetooth hardware in any rooted Android device. To do this, use [Hardware Disabler](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hatcyl.android.Hardware_Disabler) app. But, make sure you have selected correct driver of bluetooth to disable. To find correct driver of bluetooth, you can either Google or find it using [Android Sensor Box](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=imoblife.androidsensorbox) app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: You should try the [phone finder @GSMArena](http://www.gsmarena.com/search.php3). [These search results](http://www.gsmarena.com/results.php3?sName=&idOS=8&idBluetooth=2) give you a list of candidates with Android and no Bluetooth -- according to the data available at that site. I'm not 100% sure if some of the results are just listed because it is unknown to the site whether they support Bluetooth or not, but it at least gives you a good start.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/20 | 402 | 1,478 | <issue_start>username_0: Astro File Manager has a text file editor built right in. Is there a way to create new text files in the app and edit them directly in it?
I am not looking for other apps (I know they exist) - specifically if and how it can be done in Astro File Manager (or the Pro version if that has the feature).
I should clarify - I mean plain text - not rtf/doc or something.<issue_comment>username_1: well, astro is not designed to do so.
should you need to create / edit docs, you had better go for other apps, i.e. quick office pro, docs2go, etc.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: After looking through the Help file and through Astro quite a bit, alas, I believe the answer is no. While it does allow for editing, the only option for creation is Directory (Folder) creation, as you pointed out.
That being said, I think this would be an excellent feature, and might be worth [suggesting to the developers](http://support.metago.net/entries/20454741-suggest-topics-or-new-categories-here).
I know you said you didn't want other apps, but to show one directly with the feature...
this is [X-plore File Manager](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.lonelycatgames.Xplore&hl=en)
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: You can copy an existing (save a blank master somewhere easy to remember) and edit that. A little cumbersome, but effective.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/20 | 528 | 2,236 | <issue_start>username_0: I am going to buy a new Android phone.
I would like to give my current one to my wife when I do this. She already owns an Android phone so she has her own Google account.
I am just wondering what happens if I switch Android account to my current phone. Will she be able to use the installed apps or only the ones she bought also?
Or does she lose the ability to upgrade the apps, but can she still use the ones already present?<issue_comment>username_1: Apps are linked to the account that downloaded them, but Android has adapted, and will recognize the apps that are installed, regardless of which account is on the phone. This means:
* Your apps **will not** be deleted from the phone if you switch accounts
* You **will** still be able to update apps
* You **will not** be able to use any apps that were *purchased* through the other account. They will remain on your device, but most apps check for validation in the Play Store when they start, and will not allow you to run them if you have removed the account they were purchased in.
**ALTHOUGH:** You can use them if you leave the other account logged in on the device, they will just be managed by that account in the Play Store. You can switch accounts to manage apps for either by pressing `Menu` in the Play Store and selecting `Accounts` and choosing the account with the apps you wish to manage. Then choose `My Apps` from the `Menu` after you have switched accounts.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: As said earlier, you could add an additional gmail account in addition to the existing gmail account and make it active for your Play Store access.
In case if you want to have just a new account and remove the old Gmail account, obviously you will lose all your data.
But if you want all your data, back up all your data and apps on the phone.
Because sometimes it will be frustrating to have whole of a lot of the old contacts and other stuffs that you dont need.
You can use [Go Backup Application](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jiubang.go.backup.pro), the best backup app I have found so far for this purpose.
You can even restore your application with the its previous state, with all of its data.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/20 | 1,604 | 5,301 | <issue_start>username_0: I have Tasker for Android but I don't know enough about it to be able to implement this.
I'd like this to occur when I am connected to a specific wireless network:
If someone phones who isn't in my contact list, reject the call immediately (straight to voicemail).
If they call again within a certain amount of time (say, 30 seconds) allow the call to come through.
Frankly, I can't even get the first one working. I know it's possible. The time thing is a kind of added bonus<issue_comment>username_1: Have you tried browsing the Tasker's [wiki](http://tasker.wikidot.com/profile-index)? There are some good pre-made profiles there you can use.
The easy way to block calls with Tasker is described [here](http://profileify.com/2010/11/28/blockr-block-unwanted-calls-on-your-android-phone/):
>
> Open Tasker, create a new Profile and name it "Blockr". Select the "State"
> context menu and the "Incoming Call" context from that menu. Keep this
> screen open and follow the instructions below to indicate which calls
> you would like to block on your phone.
>
>
> **Programming the Blocked Telephone Numbers**
>
>
> You have the option to enter a single number, multiple telephone
> numbers, any number that is not listed in your contacts, or any number
> that is not listed as a favorite in your contacts. Any combination of
> the above options can be included in the blocked call list. Multiple
> numbers are separated by the `/` symbol which indicates "or" in
> Tasker’s pattern match. You can also use the `*` symbol to indicate a
> match with any number of characters in the telephone number to create
> area code (or country code) call blocks. Here are examples of what
> you need to enter in the Caller field of the Incoming Call context
> dialog box in order to create each type of call block list:
>
>
> To block a single caller with the number 123-456-7890 enter:
>
>
> `1234567890`
>
>
> To block two telephone numbers, enter the telephone numbers with a `/` symbol between them:
>
>
> `1234567890/1234567891`
>
>
> To block three telephone numbers, enter all three telephone numbers with the `/` between them:
>
>
> `1234567890/1234567890/1234567892`
>
>
> To block calls from individuals who are using a caller ID blocking feature enter the number zero:
>
>
> `0`
>
>
> To block calls from individuals who are not in your contact list, a pre-configured variable that matches all numbers in your contact list
> is used (`C:ANY`) with the exclamation point. The `!` indicates "not" and
> is literally interpreted as all callers that are not the number that
> you enter. In this case, all numbers that are not part of your
> contact list:
>
>
> `!C:ANY`
>
>
> To block calls from both callers with caller ID blocked and those who are not listed as your contacts enter:
>
>
> `0/!C:ANY`
>
>
> To block a number of a specific caller and individuals with caller ID blocked enter the number, the / separator, and zero:
>
>
> `1234567890/0`
>
>
> To block calls from all numbers except for one caller, enter an exclamation point before the number of the caller that you want to
> allow.
>
>
> `!1234567890`
>
>
> To block calls from all callers except those who are in your favorite list, enter:
>
>
> `!C:FAV`
>
>
> To block all calls from an area code, use the `*` symbol to indicate that any number of characters can be matched following the first three
> digits (US area code) that you enter. In the following example, any
> telephone number from the 123 area code would be blocked:
>
>
> `123*`
>
>
> Block all calls from two area codes. Simply use the `/` symbol to combine the area code match in example 10. In the following example,
> all calls from numbers with area codes 123 or 321 will be blocked:
>
>
> `123*/321*`
>
>
> **Attach the Call Blocking Action**
>
>
> Click `Done` on the "Incoming Call" context window. Select "New Task" from
> the top of the "Task" selection window that is displayed. Name the task
> "CallBlock". Click the (+) button at the bottom left hand of the screen
> to add a new action. Select the "Phone" action menu. Select the "Take Call"
> action from the Phone action menu. Click `Done` Click the (+) button at
> the bottom left hand of the screen to add a new action. Select the
> "Phone" action menu. Select the "End Call" action from the "Phone" action
> menu. Click `Done`. Click `Done` again on the "Task Edit" window. Make sure
> that the green check mark is displayed next to the "Blockr" profile on
> the "Profile" screen. Click `Apply`.
>
>
> Tasker will close and "Blockr" will begin
> to actively watch your incoming calls for those numbers in your call
> block list. When an incoming call with one of the matched numbers is
> detected, the call is disconnected and your ringer is silenced. You
> set the actions up to briefly answer and immediately disconnect the
> call so it is not sent to your voicemail.
>
>
>
You can modify these instructions to add another condition which checks the WiFi network you are connected to.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: You don't need Tasker. There is a dedicated App that does what you want: [Harass Me](https://market.android.com/details?id=net.rfc1149.harassme)
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/20 | 565 | 2,113 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an Android Galaxy S2, running CyanogenMod 7. I was normally using my phone, in a middle of using Waze while driving when suddenly I started getting 'Force Close' messages like this:
>
> Sorry!
>
> The process `com.android.phone` has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
>
>
>
I get bombarded by these messages, for lots of different processes like `com.android.phone`, `android.process.com.acore`. If I try to run an app (in the milliseconds of intervals between these messages), they usually close immediately with their processes generating more 'Force Close' messages.
In addition, the phone has no signal at all.
Tried to find solutions online, but couldn't come up with anything other than trying to remove my SD Card, but that didn't help. Resetting obviously didn't help. I would appreciate any suggestion you can offer.<issue_comment>username_1: Your mention of 'reset' is a little unclear, if it's:
* You did a **reboot** and it's still broken:
it might be broken settings, but that's not easy to debug and fix manually
**BACKUP via recovery first!**
Do a Wipe Dalvik Cache via Recovery
Else, reinstall your current ROM & Google Apps, maybe this helps
See what `adb logcat` outputs during boot/runtime, maybe this sheds some light
(hacky, via `adb shell`) You can also forcibly rename /system/app/Phone.apk to Phone.apk.off and reboot, then do a backup of all needed stuff and then reinstall your rom & GApps
If all that doesn't help, consider wiping.
Titanium Backup Pro allows extracting backups from your saved Nandroid dump (from step 1)
* **Fully wiped** and still not better:
has to be something different than settings, either a faulty Rom or a hardware issue
**BACKUP via recovery first!**
Install CM7.2 (see last sentence), wipe cache & dalvik cache via recovery
PS: CM7.2 is out since June 16, 2012.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: mine was simple (droid razr), i unistalled root tools and i had a pulldown banner. i reinstalled root tools and redid my bannerand its fine now
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/21 | 977 | 3,538 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to get a few Android phones functioning as a SIP ATA so I can make and receive calls via SIP. I realize one could use Bluetooth to pair with something like Asterisk, but I had high hopes there might be a standalone application that would transform it into an ATA. Is there something out that that will allow me to do this?
Edit: Yep, searched Play Store nothing to be found unfortunately.<issue_comment>username_1: It's possible to use android handsets as a SIP phone.
There's not even a requirement for a call/data plan, you don't need a SIM inserted for it to work.
Search for [SIP](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=SIP&c=apps) on Google Play and you'll find some:
* [CSipSimple](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.csipsimple)
* [Sipdroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.sipdroid.sipua)
To clarify: You most probably mixed something up, a SIP ATA is an *analog telephone adapter*, a device that speaks SIP on the one an POTS on the other side and converts an old telephone into a SIP phone. Android phones won't do that, they are a handset on their own and have no POTS interface. Bluetooth will also not help you to connect to Asterisk. Asterisk is a SIP server and does not allow Android handsets to pair via bluetooth for calls (that's solely for using bluetooth enabled phones as FX0/FXS channels for faxing/making calls).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: **There is a SIP client built right into your phone** (Gingerbread and above). You can find this either in general settings, or in settings for the phone dialer app.
E.g. in Jellybean:
* go to the phone dialer page (as if you were going to make a call)
* choose the menu (bottom right vertical "...")
* tap Settings
* Scroll down to "Accounts" and tap it.
* enter your SIP account info.
Simple as that!
Depending on what SIP service you're connecting to, you may find yourself in the world of codecs. The built-in dialer will try to use the following codecs:
1. GSM-EFR
2. AMR
3. GSM
4. G711u
5. G711a
If you're using regular an Asterisk-based SIP server, then it will mostly likely end up using G711 (aka ULAW). I'm still experimenting, but so far I've had more luck with GSM and was able to tweak my Asterisk server to use that instead. If you're using a 3rd party service, then chances are they've enabled GSM already.
That said, I did use [CSipSimple](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.csipsimple "CSipSimple") to get as far as I did. It allows easy selection of which codecs will be used when (WiFi vs 3/4G), so it made debugging much simpler. (Btw, their store version is quite old at the time I'm writing this. You can also download daily builds and try those.)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: You will find nothing as it is not possible, Even you can make / answer calls programmatically but you can't control Voice / media flow due to some restrictions in Android Radio Interface Layer (RIL). for media/voice you have to relay on some other interfaces like Mic / speaker, Bluetooth, hand-free or loopback wires but all these thing are not what you are looking for! So in short you can't use it as GSM Gateway or VoIP ATA.
If you want to read more then please visit [Why it is not possible to use Android as VoIP ATA](http://www.ictinnovations.com/using-android-phone-as-gsm-gateway)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I would just call forward (\*72XXXXXXXXXX) the cell phone to the desired SIP DID number. Boom, all calls re-routed.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/21 | 457 | 1,868 | <issue_start>username_0: I am looking for a list of android permissions and what can be done once a certain permission is granted.
Background: Many apps require permissions which at first sound very intimidating, like READ\_PHONE\_STATE.
Looking at <http://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html> it states "Allows read only access to phone state." but this clarifies nearly nothing.
Do I need to dive into the code, presuming that part is available?
Cheers<issue_comment>username_1: You already figured it out: when you write an Android app, you can do operations which requires permissions. The complete list is the link you have given : <http://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html>. Most of the permissions listed are very explicit for developpers, but for the user, some can sound mysterious.
To take your example, the READ\_PHONE\_STATE permission is mostly used to have access to the phone ID. It allows developpers to know how many users (phones) they have. But this permissions also let us know if you are receiving a call or not to react in consequence (if it is a music application: reduce the volume), and things like that.
But, for 2 different Android apps, you can see the same permissions with 2 different uses of it. For large permission as WRITE\_EXTERNAL\_STORAGE (to write on SD card), one can just write its settings files, the other can put a malware script on it... The only way to know exactly what an app does with the permissions, is to see the code. But, in most case, if it is a non-open-source app, you can't...
I hope I answer your question. If not, I will try to give details with your more precise question.
Regards
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The best resource I found so far: <http://techpp.com/2010/07/30/android-apps-permissions-secure-private-data/>
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/21 | 669 | 2,471 | <issue_start>username_0: When I use Aldiko to a book in *epub* format on a mobile device with a small screen, I can read it without problems. The text is adjustable to the size, the application has no issues.
The opposite is true when I'm reading *pdf* file. It's always a fight. The text is small and unadjustable and the application freezes.
Is there a way to adjust the size of the text in my PDF files so that they are more easily readable? I don't intend to read scanned pdfs (this would be even bigger fight). I would like to be able to adjust text size, do scaling and not have the application freeze. I'm open to trying other readers if Aldiko cannot handle this.
EDIT: The title was changed, but note that it's not only the change in the size of text. The text should be flexible to various sizes of devices. This is called floating text (or layout) in HTML terminology. A lot of PDF readers can change the text size without the text fitting the device screen.<issue_comment>username_1: Use [ezPDF Reader](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=udk.android.reader) and use its text column locking feature in landscape orientation (to kick out blank margins and use large device height as width of PDF). I find it useful on my 4.0-inch screen even for the codes because it doesn't change formatting to reflow text. But, if your screen size is much smaller than my one, it'd be useless to you.
Plus, it features voice reading. You can use that too.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: [qPDF Viewer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.qoppa.activities.viewer) - a free ad-free Android PDF Reader - also has a great text reflow mode. Users can zoom in and out to increase or decrease the font size. Look for "Reflow Text" under the action toolbar "View" menu.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: The best option is [Foxit Mobile PDF](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.foxit.mobile.pdf.lite).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: You can use [K2pdfopt](http://www.willus.com/k2pdfopt/) to convert the pdf to your screen size.
Or if you are using an Android device, try [KOReader](http://miscool.blogspot.com/2015/01/koreader-turn-your-android-phone-and.html), which has the most advanced support for dynamic pdf reflow.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: Xodo PDF Reader is a good option, text reflow works really well.
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xodo.pdf.reader>
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/21 | 419 | 1,605 | <issue_start>username_0: I have read in many guides that before flashing, we need to have a custom recovery like CWM installed. I am not able to understand why is this a prerequisite for flashing a custom ROM. Can I flash a ROM without custom recovery?<issue_comment>username_1: Technically, it's not prerequisite, but convenience.
You can download an update **using your** handset and store it locally on the sdcard, then reboot manually into recovery. Or use Rom Manager to do all that in an app and enjoy backup/restore and OTA updating without the need for a computer.
Stock recoveries won't let you do all the fancy stuff that a custom recovery let's you do.
**Among them are:**
* backup/restore
* using adb in recovery mode
* **flashing custom .zip's** (that's what you'll need)
* format individual partitions
* wipe individual parts (Dalvik Cache, /Cache)
Some handset makers have their own means of low level access to flash. Fastboot then has not all needed commands built in.
* HTC/Google/others: fastboot
* Samsung: fastboot, proprietary ([Heimdall](https://github.com/Benjamin-Dobell/Heimdall/downloads) open source flash tool)
* Sony / SonyEricsson: fastboot, proprietary ([Flashtool](http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/) by Androxyde)
* ...
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Stock recoveries usually check the update.zip file being flashed for a specific signature that is only known by device's manufacturer and/or carrier. You cannot therefore flash custom ROMs on stock recoveries, hence the need for a custom recovery which bypasses said check.
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/21 | 1,138 | 4,536 | <issue_start>username_0: How can I remove CWM from my Xperia Neo V?
EDIT: I have obviously rooted my device but I did not unlock the bootloader. (At least I assume that I didn't do it accidentaly -- in any case, I didn't root my phone using the official method.)<issue_comment>username_1: The boot loader is unlocked yes? If it is, I am not certain if it can be re-locked again for the OTA update to proceed.
***Do not accept OTA updates if the bootloader is unlocked!***
Best bet would be to use the Sony's companion phone software under Windows and let that update it manually instead :)
Do not try that in a virtual machine/virtual box/vmware!
***Edit:***
*Why don't you go into Settings > Applications > Manage Applications, then uninstall it from there, or if you have Titanium Backup installed, just un-install it from there. Its an ordinary apk app*, that is somewhat, IMHO, misleading. I'll explain why in a minute.
Sony has this strange and unusual concept of recovery/bootloader. In general speaking, there is two partitions out of many, for the sake of the edit, I am specifically focusing on boot and recovery.
The general consensus is this, there's two partitions, boot and recovery, boot is what you know, is responsible for bringing up the system when the power key is pressed. This is highly specialized machine code that is tied intimately, as per the manufacturer/OEM.
Recovery on the other hand, is where you can do basic recovery, that is, clean the data and cache partition, and re-flash the stock ROM as indicated by the OEM.
In Sony's case, the reason, that your so-called CWM is in fact an APK is because, it would p^&$ off a lot of users if it was installed directly on the recovery partition, ... the big gotcha... yes, there is, for some obscure reason, Sony decided to bundle Boot and Recovery into the one partition, that's where the danger lies with Sony handsets, flash it directly into that, its buh-bye to your handset.
As for accepting OTA updates if bootloader is unlocked, there's some mechanism or checking going on in respect to the OTA zip file (I'd guess) for the presence of locked bootloader hence the warning I mentioned above. Use the Sony PC Companion suite software for Windows if you express a desire to go with the official updates from Sony.
So there you have it, a bit of knowledge and empowerment in understanding the nuances of Android when it comes to manufacturers. Yeah, I don't understand myself why the two are "merged" into one partition as a result, hence there will be the danger of messing up Xperia handsets.
What got me questioning about it was, why the .... was it being dumped into /system directory which is where the real ROM lies in, then it dawned on me the reason, that's why there's a big fat warning and notice about unlocking bootloaders via the Sony way.
IMHO, there really should be two partitions - boot and recovery, after all, if that's the case, it would make modding and customizing even easier but maybe due to whatever reasons Sony had, they decided to have that combined into one.
(Samsung has definitely the two partitions but its not as easy as it sounds but that's a discussion for another time :) HTC is the same as Samsung, Zte - which I have the Blade in my possession has the two hence its popular on modaco due to the ease of hacking and modd-ability)
In fact, you can actually still flash custom roms even with the bootloader locked - that was news to me but I'll leave this edited answer for now.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I think there's a reason you're having a hard time finding information about how to relock the bootloader and install the OTA: according to [this thread](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335&page=22) you might brick your phone with the OTA update. Why do you want the OTA instead of some custom ROM to begin with? Are there any unique features? I'd play it safe if I were you and just go with custom ROMs in the future as well, mixing it up doesn't seem to be a good idea.
[Here's](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335) some info on relocking the bootloader anyway, but I'd suggest you find and try some roms instead from the [Xperia Neo V Android Development](http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1450) forum.
**edit** I'd like to add that I consider it bad form to downvote my answer, as there was no information available when I posted this answer on whether your bootloader was unlocked or not.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/21 | 1,111 | 3,800 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Galaxy S2 running on ICS. It is not rooted.
Recently it keeps crashing. No app will start with the exception of lock screen and the notification curtain. My menu button does not work so during my research on this problem the "download GO Launcher and set as default > clear data" solution will not work. I want to keep this post as short as possible so here are some links on my *first* problem:
<http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1417244>
<http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1541223>
(These two posters fixed their problems due to their menu buttons being able to function).
Looks like my only fix is to do a factory reset (though if anyone has a few suggestions, please post them!).
Unfortunately not being able to access any apps means **I cannot do back ups**. I want to restore my phone to the pre-crash state as much as possible. I have a valuable memo on the "Memo" app that comes with TouchWiz. Can this be done?
EDIT: Forgot to mention that it's best not to void my warranty by flashing or rooting. My S2 has some screen burn ins that I need to get fixed and they'll be checking.<issue_comment>username_1: Basic walkthrough for any phone:
---
**Alternative 1:**
1. Flash a CWM [recovery](http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager)
For Samsung, use [Heimdall](https://github.com/Benjamin-Dobell/Heimdall/downloads). download for 'Galaxy S2' or 'SGH-i777', depending on what you own
Heimdall also supports a *dump* command that can be used to backup all flash beforehand
Command to flash: `heimdall flash --recovery CWM-recovery.img`
2. [Enter](http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=How%20to:%20Samsung%20Galaxy%20S2%20recovery%20mode) the newly installed CWM recovery
3. Do a backup in CWM to your external sdcard (be sure there's enough space left)
4. switch off & check the backup on your PC (it's located in `/clockworkmod/backup/ on the sdcard`)
5. If you're sure your backup is OK, enter CWM again and do a full wipe
6. Reboot your phone, do the first-time-init (Google Account and such)
7. Install [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup) + its [Pro key](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackupPro)
8. in Titanium Backup: **extract from nandroid backup**
---
**Alternative 2:**
* Applicable if your fastboot mode supports the extended command 'boot'
* Compatible devices: Google's Nexus Line, HTC Desire with patched HBOOT loader and others
Steps:
1. Enter fastboot mode and load a recovery into RAM (without flashing): `fastboot boot recovery.img`
2. Continue with step 3 from 'Alternative 1'
---
**Alternative 3** (Samsung only, but broken on Galaxy S i9000):
*not tried yet, see this as an idea as for now. You're on your own with errors on extraction & restore*
[Heimdall](https://github.com/Benjamin-Dobell/Heimdall/downloads) implements a 'dump' and command and a means to print the partition table (PIT):
`heimdall dump --chip-type NAND --chip-id 0 --output nanddump.out.img`
`heimdall print-pit` **or** `heimdall download-pit --output nand.out.pit`
You may then cut the NAND dump into pieces (one for each partition) and name them accordingly. If successfull, you can then access your data and continue at *Alternative 1, step 8 or 4*
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: As you are running ICS, you might want to take a look at the question [Full Backup of non-rooted devices](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/28296/full-backup-of-non-rooted-devices). All you need for that is the Android SDK on your computer. Starting with ICS, full backups are supported this way even if you are not rooted. Details can be found in the linked question's answers.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/21 | 622 | 2,161 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Droid X and I'm trying to set up an auto reject list and it looks like I have to download a third party app to do it. Am I missing something?<issue_comment>username_1: This depends on the features that come with your Droid X, as they may be slightly different than other brands of Android phones.
On my phone (Cyanogenmod 7.1 Gingerbread) there is a setting under `Menu -> Settings -> Call Settings -> Blacklist`, and [another forum user](http://androidforums.com/sprint-hero-support-troubleshooting/23565-how-block-number.html#post1459201) says in Android 2.1 there is an option under `Menu -> settings -> call settings -> all calls -> auto reject`.
[Others](http://androidforums.com/sprint-hero-support-troubleshooting/23565-how-block-number.html#post2987625) say in some contacts applications you can long-press a contact and choose to block them specifically.
Another good solution is to use [Google Voice](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.googlevoice&hl=en) to handle calls and voicemail and such. It's not built in to begin with, but it's a Google service, so like second party.
Although,
>
> In ICS you can specify a reject list that matches certain criteria
> (Start with, Ends with, Includes, Exactly the same as). This way you
> could specify Start with 1-800 and it would reject all calls that
> start with 1-800.
>
>
>
according to a post on [this forum](http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s2-x/564364-call-rejection-auto-reject-list.html). So if you're using an ICS ROM, you may be in luck, as most here are [skeptical](https://community.verizonwireless.com/thread/696761) about the Droid X getting an official ICS update.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Mr. Number. Options to block calls and/or texts. Gives you options of sending straight to VM or disconnecting. Very good at recognizing and blocking spam. I also set mine to divert unknown #s to VM. Figured if they wanted to talk bad enough, they wouldnt have their # blocked, lol.
I realize this isnt native as you were asking, but much better than any native way.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/21 | 648 | 2,297 | <issue_start>username_0: I'd like my screen to stay lit while charging but have a timeout when just on battery. Is ther any way to do this?<issue_comment>username_1: There's an option to keep your screen lit while charging, try:
`Settings -> Developer Options -> Stay Awake`
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: With [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) you can automate this to have different screen time-out values depending whether or not your phone is connected to a power source:
1. Create a new Profile and name it "Screen Timeout".
2. For Context select `State` -> `Power` -> `Power`.
3. Select "Any" for source and press the OK button.
4. Tap "New Task", name it "Increase Timeout" and tap the "OK" button.
5. Tap the `+` button to add a new Action, select `Display` category, and then `Display Timeout` action.
6. Drag the sliders for "Secs", "Mins" or "Hours" to your desired values for when the phone is connected to a power source.
7. Tap the "OK" button, and then tap it again.
8. Long-press the "Increase Timeout" action and select `Add Exit Task` option.
9. Tap "New Task", name it "Decrease Timeout" and tap the "OK" button.
10. Tap the `+` button to add a new Action, select `Display` category, and then `Display Timeout` action.
11. Drag the sliders for "Secs", "Mins" or "Hours" to your desired values for when the phone is running on battery.
12. Tap the "OK" button, and then tap it again.
13. Ensure the Tasker is enabled by toggling it ON (switch at bottom-right corner) and then tap the "OK" button.
You should be all set. If you want to get fancy, you can add actions to both tasks to display toast messages.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: You may want to try any power widget for eg. like this [one](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=at.abraxas.powerwidget.free&feature=search_result).
You can place the widget on your home screen and use the "always on" toggle to keep your phone always on during charging.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: Install [Widgetsoid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jim2) and add it's toggle widget `Stay Awake` on homescreen. Just, turn it ON and your screen will never timeout as long as the device is under voltage.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/21 | 546 | 1,983 | <issue_start>username_0: Back before Android had gone mainstream, there was an incident where Google removed an app using a feature called Remote Application Removal.
This potentially allows Google to start removing political or anti-authority apps although I'm aware they have so far only used it to remove malware.
Still, I don't trust Google or any other corporation very much and would rather do everything I can to keep them out of my phone.
I already use CyanogenMod 9 (latest nightly 2012-06-21) but since I use the Market/Play it is kind of beside the point.
Is there a way to hack the Market/Play app so that it can't delete apps from the phone without specific authorization from the user?
Alternately, is there a way to set up per-app permissions in CM9 so I can prevent the Market/Play app from deleting anything?
<http://android-developers.blogspot.co.uk/2010/06/exercising-our-remote-application.html>
<http://phandroid.com/2010/06/24/google-can-remotely-remove-apps-from-your-phone/><issue_comment>username_1: Hacking the Play app is probably no feasible option. And as Mat<NAME> suggests, as a system app, it can do what it wants.
The only other options I can think off is using an alternative Android app market.
You can find some here: <http://www.howtogeek.com/106175/the-top-5-alternatives-to-the-android-market/>
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: >
> Is there a way to hack the Market/Play app so that it can't delete apps from the phone without specific authorization from the user?
>
>
>
Yes, there are tools to [decompile an APK and DEX](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/1249973/decompiling-dex-into-java-sourcecode) files and make modifications and put them back together again; you'll need root, the appropriate softwares, lots of knowledge about Dalvik and Java bytecode, and many weekends spent on reading. Also be warned that you're breaching the TOS of Google Play.
And ... good luck, you'll need it.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/21 | 350 | 1,320 | <issue_start>username_0: AirDroid is a impressive app, but I'm not able to access from pc to th SD content, only to the internal folders (also named sd card I think)<issue_comment>username_1: I've contact with other AirDroid user and this is an known bug for the developer, to be resolved in future version.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: What do you mean with the "internal folders" are also named "sd card" seems weird to me.
Maybe you assume /sdcard is a local folder? Which it isn't that's the location of your SD card's content.
Above, when you want to access your SD card's content in your PC, it have to be dismounted from the phone which will make apps installed on it inaccessible. Mostly you have to approve the dismounting of the SD card manually from your phone. I can imagine that when AirDroid is installed on your SD card it cannot dismount it because it has some necessary files on it.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: [File Expert](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=xcxin.filexpert&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsInhjeGluLmZpbGV4cGVydCJd) will give you both on-device, Explorer-like access to your files, and access over WiFi from your browser, an FTP client or Bluetooth. You won't need a separate browser-access app. It is well reviewed and free/no ads.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/21 | 550 | 2,186 | <issue_start>username_0: I am a Android developer who has been noticing horrible performance and memory dumps that are crashing my Droid Charge SCH-i510. Besides the lack of roadmap for the phone ( because obviously they are targeting newer models) I know it will never really be updated again.
~~But I would like to see if any one else is having these issues and if they were able to pin point it.~~ Does anyone know how to solve this issue or overcome it? Obviously not everyone will have the exact same issues.
But I notice the issue when processing images as well when a specific thread is chewing resources.
I reached out to Samsung and I was told to "Not have a lot of apps installed on the phone" or to "Not use so many apps on the phone" I tried to explain to them that Android when not using an app has a lifecycle that will free up resources from apps not being used so that it will not run out of resources. They just responded to that as "We are sorry you are mad"
Great job helping your dev's pin point an issue.<issue_comment>username_1: I've contact with other AirDroid user and this is an known bug for the developer, to be resolved in future version.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: What do you mean with the "internal folders" are also named "sd card" seems weird to me.
Maybe you assume /sdcard is a local folder? Which it isn't that's the location of your SD card's content.
Above, when you want to access your SD card's content in your PC, it have to be dismounted from the phone which will make apps installed on it inaccessible. Mostly you have to approve the dismounting of the SD card manually from your phone. I can imagine that when AirDroid is installed on your SD card it cannot dismount it because it has some necessary files on it.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: [File Expert](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=xcxin.filexpert&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwyLDEsInhjeGluLmZpbGV4cGVydCJd) will give you both on-device, Explorer-like access to your files, and access over WiFi from your browser, an FTP client or Bluetooth. You won't need a separate browser-access app. It is well reviewed and free/no ads.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/21 | 190 | 769 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I get to use stock widgets (like email) on HTC Sensation 4G running on ICS and Sense 3.6 with Apex Launcher Pro?<issue_comment>username_1: Most widgets can be added by going to the Widgets section in the App Drawer and long pressing them, then selecting an empty area of the homescreen to place it. You will see all standard widgets there, except for the HTC ones. Those widgets are made specifically for and locked to the HTC Sense launcher, unfortunately.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: These widgets are **not standard** widgets. They use non-standard APIs of the Sense launcher and thus that other launcher's don't have and thus, they can't use them.
This is why, you can't use Sense widgets with custom launcher.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/22 | 815 | 2,531 | <issue_start>username_0: How can I decrypt an encrypted "Titanium Backup" backup **using standard (linux) tools**?
Example:
========
Wi-Fi serves as a practical example, many other uses may apply to the solution I'm looking for.
If I quickly want to access backuped Wi-Fi credentials from my Linux box I know a fast way. With encrypted backups I'm currently out of luck.
That's my quick&dirty way how to do it without encryption so far:
>
> me@local:~$ adb shell
>
> root@android:/ # cd /sdcard/TitaniumBackup/
>
> root@android:/sdcard/TitaniumBackup # ls \*W\*46.\*gz
>
> com.keramidas.virtual.WIFI\_AP\_LIST-20120622-105046.tar.gz
>
> root@android:/sdcard/TitaniumBackup # gunzip -c \*W\*46.\*gz | grep -C1 MyAccessPoint
>
> network={
>
>
>
> >
> > ssid="MyAccessPoint"
> >
> > psk="supersecrecretpassphrase"
> >
> >
> >
>
>
>
*Some* details on the company's site: <http://www.titaniumtrack.com/kb/titanium-backup-kb/titanium-backup-cryptography.html><issue_comment>username_1: According to [this](http://www.titaniumtrack.com/kb/titanium-backup-kb/titanium-backup-cryptography.html#when-restoring-needs-passphrase-why-not-when-backup) TB backs up with public/private key encryption. If you have the private key, you should be able to access (decrypt) the backup file. The easiest way to do this seems to me to be via TB itself, and then perhaps re-save it as non-encrypted.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: There are no standard tools as of now yet. TiB uses their own format which they kindly shared with me when I asked them the same above question.
In fact someone needs to write it still. It could be done in Java or even using bash + openssl only.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I have found a **working** solution on GitHub:
<https://github.com/phyber/TiBUdecrypter>
1. Install/upgrade dependencies (on Ubuntu)
-------------------------------------------
```
apt-get install python2.7
pip install --upgrade docopt
pip install --upgrade six
pip install --upgrade PyCrypto
```
2. Get script from GitHub
-------------------------
* Download: <https://github.com/phyber/TiBUdecrypter/archive/master.zip>
* Extract the ZIP
3. Decrypt a backup
-------------------
```
python2.7 tibudecrypt.py com.keramidas.virtual.XML_WIFI_AP_LIST-20140711-012128.xml.gz
```
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: I wrote an implementation in PHP:
<https://github.com/username_4/TitaniumBackupDecrypt>
Usage:
php TitaniumBackupDecrypt <.tar.gz file>
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/22 | 785 | 3,092 | <issue_start>username_0: I know that I can download and cache parts of the maps in Google Maps. When offline (e.g., in flight mode, but with GPS enabled) I can explore these parts of the maps.
But when I try to use the Navigation to get directions, it seems it doesn't work offline (even when navigating inside the cache map areas).
So, does the navigation feature always need a connection (either WiFi or 3G)?<issue_comment>username_1: Unfortunately, yes. For now, that is how Google has created the Maps application; you cannot use Maps (or Navigation) without internet access.
There are other apps that exist, though, that allow you to download maps for use offline. [Sygic](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sygic.aura&hl=en) and [Navfree](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.navfree.android.OSM.ALL&feature=search_result), for example, both allow you to store maps on your device and then only require a GPS fix to give you turn-by-turn directions. **Note** you still need internet (WiFi or data network) to download the maps the first time, but after that, you're free to shut data off.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Internet access is needed for the routing calculation at the beginning. Navigation using a precached area will work offline.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Since the OP's question was dated back in mid-summer of 2012, things have changed a bit with Maps and has been updated since.
In agreement with other answerer's who have pointed out you can download the maps for offline usage, no calculation is needed, if using Maps, what I found actually surprised me, the GPS navigation still works even if off-line and not using any 3G/Wifi either!
With the maps, hit menu, tap on *Make available offline*, then you can pan and zoom in on the location of the map, to increase the size of the map for offline usage, it may be required to zoom out if you want a big area of maps coverage.
Then the download will happen (WiFi needed preferably as depending on the size of the offline map, it will take a while - not your conventional nippy download speed)
Furthermore, if browsing on desktop pc, hit up on [maps](http://maps.google.com) on the google site, and select your starting point and ending point as destination, if planning a journey, and save that as "*My Places*". With the maps app, it can sync up with "*My Places*" and pull it down and be used with the off-line map! *That surprised me*
The GPS navigation will actually show where you are and the route to take.
**Caveat Emptor:** Be sure to have plenty of battery juice as the GPS is working 100% on it
Simply enable GPS, all data switched off, and as its oft said - *Let's hit the road Jack* and... profit! \o/
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: I will suggest gvSIG mini maps which will allow you to download map tiles for offline usage.
But for navigation,POI search Internet connection is needed.If anyone have any clue about how to do offline routing/navigation or POI search , Please let me know. THANKS for any help.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/22 | 764 | 2,859 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a BlackBerry 9700 BOLD and a Samsung Galaxy SIII and I need to transfer as much of my contact info from the BB to the Galaxy SIII. I already know that if I save numbers on my SIM card they will be transferred but I can't save everything on it.
I read a lot of articles about using "Google Sync" app for BlackBerry to sync with Google's cloud and then back to Android again. But the problem is that I went there now <http://www.google.com/mobile/sync/> and it seems they stopped BlackBerry support for Google Sync.
So my question is how to sync as much of my data from BlackBerry to my Android phone without using Google Sync?<issue_comment>username_1: Used [RainbowContacts](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pip.UIofPIP) app for Android to connect to BlackBerry via Bluetooth and import contacts.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: I had same issues with this transfer also. I had problems on transferring my notes to the Android platform. I have literally hundreds of notes and a lot of task items. I could not figure out how to transfer them.
Then I found this little app that makes it much easier. It uses my blackberry backup file to transfer even my sms texts from the blackberry to android.
Oh! The name of the app 2can look it up on Google Play.
Sweet.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: Transferring Blackberry contacts to Android
===========================================
Galaxy Note 2
1. Turn on Bluetooth for both devices
2. Pair both devices to each other
3. Go to Blackberry's Bluetooth setup, and select the Android phone- for me it's SGH-T889 renamed Galaxy Note 2.
4. Press the enter key or trackpad, and the device menu will pop up.
5. Select "Transfer Contacts"
6. Your Android device will popup a request to accept a file named Phonebook.vcf'. Choose ACCEPT
7. Your Android will now accept your complete contact list!
8. Your welcome! Now if your in LA buy me a chocolate
puddinf cake and a Coke. My name is Paul.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: I had a B9700, too. And i know many apps don't support b9700 bold. But i found one called NetQin Contacts Sync, and it did a wonderful job!
It did just what it advertised to do, done the task in seconds. NetQin Sync is available for blackberries, android phones and iphones, so moving contacts from one of the three to another is no problem for NetQin. And, it is completely free!
you can check out the procedures here:
<http://be-tasty-azur.blogspot.tw/2012/11/how-to-move-contacts-to-android-iphone.html>
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_5: After going through some useless posts all over the internet, I came across one app in BB App World - [Quick Contact Transfer](https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/reviews/129488/). This works great. You may need to shell out few rupees to buy it though.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/22 | 637 | 2,342 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way I can do this? Too many times I install an app, only to uninstall it, because it can't be moved to SD.<issue_comment>username_1: Used [RainbowContacts](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pip.UIofPIP) app for Android to connect to BlackBerry via Bluetooth and import contacts.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: I had same issues with this transfer also. I had problems on transferring my notes to the Android platform. I have literally hundreds of notes and a lot of task items. I could not figure out how to transfer them.
Then I found this little app that makes it much easier. It uses my blackberry backup file to transfer even my sms texts from the blackberry to android.
Oh! The name of the app 2can look it up on Google Play.
Sweet.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: Transferring Blackberry contacts to Android
===========================================
Galaxy Note 2
1. Turn on Bluetooth for both devices
2. Pair both devices to each other
3. Go to Blackberry's Bluetooth setup, and select the Android phone- for me it's SGH-T889 renamed Galaxy Note 2.
4. Press the enter key or trackpad, and the device menu will pop up.
5. Select "Transfer Contacts"
6. Your Android device will popup a request to accept a file named Phonebook.vcf'. Choose ACCEPT
7. Your Android will now accept your complete contact list!
8. Your welcome! Now if your in LA buy me a chocolate
puddinf cake and a Coke. My name is Paul.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: I had a B9700, too. And i know many apps don't support b9700 bold. But i found one called NetQin Contacts Sync, and it did a wonderful job!
It did just what it advertised to do, done the task in seconds. NetQin Sync is available for blackberries, android phones and iphones, so moving contacts from one of the three to another is no problem for NetQin. And, it is completely free!
you can check out the procedures here:
<http://be-tasty-azur.blogspot.tw/2012/11/how-to-move-contacts-to-android-iphone.html>
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_5: After going through some useless posts all over the internet, I came across one app in BB App World - [Quick Contact Transfer](https://appworld.blackberry.com/webstore/content/reviews/129488/). This works great. You may need to shell out few rupees to buy it though.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/23 | 1,522 | 4,704 | <issue_start>username_0: * In 2011, Motorola Droid X was somewhat supported by CyanogenMod 7.1+, and was known under "**cdma\_shadow**" tag: <http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=cdma_shadow&type=nightly>
It had - and still has - only 2 official nightlies builds (the latest from 2011-11-16) and no RCs or stable releases.
* Now, I just found another tag ("**shadow**"): <http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=shadow&type=nightly>
It has 4 nightly builds (last one 2012-06-17), all 3 RC builds and **a stable build**.
* However, that other "**shadow**" build looks suspiciously wrong to me:
+ Clicking on "Motorola Droid X" from CM device page links to "**cdma\_shadow**" (the one with 2 2011 nightlies and no stable releases).
+ To the best of my knowledge, CM7.2 never worked well on Droid X.
+ The tag lacks "cdma" prefix.
Q1: **What is the "shadow" tag?** Is it a new name for Motorola Droid X for CM7.2? Is it non-CDMA version of Droid X? A cdma\_shadow port without working CDMA radios?
Q2: How well does this "shadow" stable build support Verizon's Motorola Droid X?
---
A little extra info: I just downloaded the actual "shadow" stable ROM, and "build.prop" file has this:
>
> ro.build.fingerprint=verizon/shadow\_vzw/cdma\_shadow/shadow:2.2.1/VZW/23.340:user/ota-rel-keys,release-keys
> ro.product.model=DROIDX
>
> ro.product.brand=verizon
>
> ro.product.name=shadow\_vzw
>
> ro.product.device=cdma\_shadow
>
> ro.product.board=shadow
>
>
>
... abd further down ...
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> # Default network type.
>
> # 4 => CDMA / EVDO.
>
> ro.telephony.default\_network=4
>
> ro.com.google.clientid=android-motorola
>
> ro.cdma.home.operator.numeric=310004
>
> ro.cdma.home.operator.alpha=Verizon
>
>
><issue_comment>username_1: 'Shadow' refers to the base model of the phone, cdma\_shadow being the Droid X on Verizon, and the regular shadow is likely the Milestone X, a GSM phone released overseas.
While the software is mostly the same, there is likely some difference in the hardware, almost certainly the phone's radio, and sounds like the camera as well, according to what you've been told.
It's not uncommon for the different phone+network combinations to have different codenames, another examble would be the Samsung Galaxy Nexus, with Verizon's LTE version called "toro", and the later Sprint version called "toroplus"
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: **EDITED**
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[Found the official source](http://www.cyanogenmod.com/blog/cyanogenmod-7-2-0-rc1-is-upon-us) where can be read that the Motorola Droid X build was renamed to shadow:
>
> Also worthy of note: the new release files have a slightly modified naming-scheme, including the codename instead of the commercial/common name in the filename. So the following is a handy “translation chart” to make sure you don’t mis-identify your device...
>
>
> ...
>
>
> shadow - Motorola Droid X
>
>
> ...
>
>
>
---
**Original Answer**
-------------------
At [cyanogenmod downloads](http://download.cyanogenmod.com/), the build identified by `cdma_shadow` stopped at `cm_shadow_full-154.zip` (*the available links are broken*).
When they were resumed, they've been renamed to `shadow`, being `shadow` the codename for the Droid X.
* **Droid X** formerly known as Droid Xtreme, has the development codename "Shadow".
* **CDMA** Stands for: Code Division Multiple Access. It is the general system used for 3G services.
---
Related information:
--------------------
>
> **CDMA Technology** - CDMA is a wireless technology standard used by Verizon Wireless in all of its phones, and by certain other carriers in the countries listed at [this link](http://businessportals.verizonwireless.com/international/technology/cdma.html).
>
>
>
---
**Trying further to justify this answer:**
------------------------------------------
Here's the metadata found at `/META-INF/com/android/metadata` for the [cm-7-20120624-NIGHTLY-shadow.zip](http://get.cm/get/jenkins/3319/cm-7-20120624-NIGHTLY-shadow.zip) where can be seen the reference to the **cdma\_shadow**:
```
post-build=verizon/shadow_vzw/cdma_shadow/shadow:2.2.1/VZW/23.340:user/ota-rel-keys,release-keys
post-timestamp=1289194863
pre-device=cdma_shadow
```
And yet the information presented on the menu hover effect:
Besides from this, the cyanogenmod documentation, forums and wiki pages reveal no better insight and are mentioned to be outdated. This seams to be the best official justification for the build rename.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/23 | 341 | 1,171 | <issue_start>username_0: When I try to play high resolution videos on my phone I get this error message:
>
> Sorry, this video cannot be played
>
>
>
Is there a way to make these videos play, like an app that can handle these videos or is it a limitation of my device?<issue_comment>username_1: I'm sorry but your device cannot play high-res videos. Your device should be able to handle videos up to 640\*360, this is the resolution of HQ YouTube.
Note that there's absolutely no point in watching HD videos on your phone. It has a screen resolution of 240 x 320. Anything above this will be scaled down to fit the screen.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I can play all videos like 780p HD on Galaxy Y. Download [MX Player](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mxtech.videoplayer.ad&hl=en) from Google Play.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Yes: *Galaxy Y* can play `.mp4` videos. I'll tell you how to do that:
The first thing you should do is download [Mx Player](http://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mxtech.videoplayer.ad) from Playstore, install it and open the app. Enjoy your `.mp4` videos!
Upvotes: -1 |
2012/06/23 | 1,476 | 5,521 | <issue_start>username_0: The Barnes&Noble Nook Color / Nook Tablet have a proprietary micro USB charging port which is longer than normal and allows power charging with 2Amps.
The charging/data cable from BN is infamous to break after some time, most probably the cable's primary plastic coating is not very flexible and starts to split at the point where it enters the micro usb connector and leads to a visible secondary shielding. If nothing is done the situation worsens and in the end the internal power cables may short.
I got my used B&N Nook Color with a beginning coating split and cannot get a replacement from B&N because I live outside the US and have no invoice.
Seems like this problem is a common one, there are already [discussions](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1628192) about a class action lawsuit.
What can I do besides looking for a replacement?<issue_comment>username_1: I fixed the cable early before it was too late.
The problem zone is the hard transition from the connector to the cable. Shear force due to moving/bending the cable is very strong there when the cable is inserted into the Nook. This is the place where it starts to break and that needs to be fixed.
I consider this solution permanent as it hasn't broken in 18 months:
Add another coating to this transition to reduce shear force.
Used components:
* superglue
* 2 pieces of heat shrink tube (different diameter)
Before:
Fixed:
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Like the other answer, I too re-inforced a NEW cable, as a pre-emptive measure.
I experimented a little with the heat shrink tubing and superglue method, but supergluing the smaller heat shrink tube (which has to be slit in order to put on the cable) is messy, and prone to failure after applying the necessary heat to shrink it tight on the cable.
Better, cheaper, and far easier is to simply use high quality 3/4" BLACK ELECTRICAL TAPE to reinforce that (Nook Color/Tablet) end of the cable, in three steps, as follows:
1. Wrap the tape tightly around the cable itself, on the area closest to the connector, until it is the same diameter as that first (round) stage of the connector. Cut the tape.
2. Next wrap more tape over that area, close as possible to the larger (square) part of the connector, so that it covers both the previous tape wrap plus the smaller round (flange) part of the connector. Wrap tightly until it is about level or possibly a little higher than the square part of the connector. Cut the tape.
3. Next wrap more tape around that last wrap of tape plus part of the square connector, say with the edge right at the "n" LED, with about 3 turns maximum. Cut the tape. All done.
Advantages to this method include NOT subjecting the cable end to heat high enough to shrink the heat tubing (and possibly causing other damage). Also you don't need any other equipment or materials besides 3/4" electrical tape and scissors. Wrapping in 3 separate "level" sections keeps the tape from wrinkling, and if wrapped tightly, looks quite neat when done.
RECOMMENDATION: Wrap in the SAME DIRECTION for each of the 3 sections, and cut the tape such that tape sections end on the opposite side of the connector's "n" LED.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I'd like to add a fun alternative: use some Sugru. It's a flexible silicone rubber which can stick to just about anything and is simply moulded by hand. It air cures to a tough durable rubber. This is a UK invention (I'm sure they now have it in the US), so might be an alternative for us over here.
www.sugru.com
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I wasn't smart enough to be preemptive, though I had plenty of warning as the intermittent problem became more frequent and finally failed completely (no wiggling the cord would make it work).
So, I opened up the connector on the Nook end (with the "N") and reconnected with solder the two broken leads. This was tricky since the circuit board there is only about 5/16 inch square! There are four conductors: red, green, black and white insulation colors in the cord. Both the black and the white leads were broken off.
After testing and reassembly, I wrapped the area with black, stretchy electricians tape to provide better strain relief at that vulnerable site.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: My problem is not in the cable but in the nook. Looking inside the plug port it appeared at first that some of the male pins were bent, then in time just not there. I called the help line and they said it was non repairable. And of course would give me credited on a new nook. Which amounted to more than just going to Amazon and buying one.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_6: I did a better fix-- I opened up my Nook and replaced the connector on the PC board with a conventional micro USB connector. I now can use any standard micro USB (even the cheap retractable kind! Another option if you are not comfortable performing surgery on your Nook is the eForCity Micro USB OTG to USB 2.0 Adapter/dongle available from Best Buy. It will allow you to use a standard full-size USB cable of any length to charge your Nook without worrying about bending and trashing your straight nook charging cable. Linky: <http://www.bestbuy.com/site/eforcity-micro-usb-otg-to-usb-2-0-adapter-compatible-with-samsung-galaxy-s3-black-black/1304921534.p?id=mp1304921534&skuId=1304921534>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/23 | 897 | 3,105 | <issue_start>username_0: I've tried mounting them in Ubuntu, no luck, `mount` does not recognize the yaffs2 file system. I've tried `yaffs2utils` and `./unyaffs2` but it doesn't actually unpack the img files, I've posted an issue about this on the Google Code page [here](http://code.google.com/p/yaffs2utils/issues/detail?id=33).
The img files were created by CWM Recovery as a backup, and I'm trying to dig into the file system to find old contacts, and if I could just get the .db files I think I got it from there (I'll just run `sqlite3` and peek into the db and print the contacts on paper or something).
Any help appreciated!<issue_comment>username_1: What ROM was it in the backup?
If the filesystem was ext4 you could mount the img to loopback like this:
This is on Linux btw,
```
sudo mount -o loop,ro,noexec,noload system.img ~/mountedImageDir
```
Then go into that directory *~/mountedImageDir* and you should be able to see the directory structure in there :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: You can install [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup) and buy the [Pro key](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackupPro).
It allows to extract app backups from saved CWM nandroid backups.
Usage: Launch Titanium Backup, Menu > More > "Extract from nandroid backup"
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: To unpack a YAFFS2 image, you can use the free `unyaffs` tool, which is available as pre-build ELF-binary (for Linux) from [this page at code.google.com](http://code.google.com/p/unyaffs/downloads/detail?name=unyaffs&can=2&q=). This page also contains hints on how to obtain the source code, so you could build the binary yourself e.g. with gcc (`gcc -o unyaffs unyaffs.c`).
I use this tool myself, it works fine on Ubuntu 8.04 32bit as well as Ubuntu 12.04 64bit (with the `ia32-libs` package installed).
Place the binary e.g. in `/usr/local/bin` (which is in your `$PATH`), so you can access it from everywhere. Put the image file you want to extract in an empty directory (`unyaffs` always seems to extract files directly into the folder the image file is in), and then call `unyaffs` with the image file name as only parameter, e.g. `unyaffs data.img`. After that, you will find the contents of that file system/image unpacked, and can investigate them -- e.g.
* SMS/MMS in `data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases/mmssms.db`
* Multimedia Metadata in `data/com.android.providers.media/databases/*.db`
* Calendar data in `data/com.android.providers.calendar/databases/calendar.db`
As I just investigated a MotoBlur image, contacts in my case have been stored to `data/com.motorola.blur.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db` -- they are probably in a different location in your case (a guess: `data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/*.db`).
The `sqlite3` command works on them, naturally. If you prefer a graphical frontend, I can recommend you the `sqliteman` package (comes with a binary of the same name, which accepts the database file as parameter).
Upvotes: 3 |
2012/06/23 | 292 | 1,134 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I backup my Swype personal dictionary ?
I Googled and found a thread on the Swype forums: [Backing up and restoring your user dictionary (ROOT USERS ONLY)](http://forum.swype.com/showthread.php?3703-Backing-up-and-restoring-your-user-dictionary-ROOT-USERS-ONLY)
I followed the exact procedure but somehow its not working. I am not able to see old words. Did it work for anyone?
I even used Titanium backup to restore but still of no use.
Can someone tell me how to backup and restore my Swype personal dictionary?<issue_comment>username_1: With Version 1.3, this is now an option in Swype. You have to log in with your credentials (I think you probably registered when you downloaded the beta installer). It gives you the option to backup and sync your dictionary across other devices using Swype.
<http://www.swype.com/about/specifications/>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I have version 2.0.2xxx, and it's a setting that is automatic after it's checked. It used to be annoying in previous vers; after updates the personal dictionary would get lost, but that is cured now.
Upvotes: -1 |
2012/06/23 | 472 | 1,618 | <issue_start>username_0: Can I find out how much battery takes running of certain application?
The goal is to minimize using applications that take a lot of battery and maximize battery persistence before having to recharge.<issue_comment>username_1: If you go to Settings -> Battery(settings -> about phone -> battery in < ICS) . You'll see battery usage by everything running on your phone. If some certain application consumes very high battery, it will be listed there along with battery usage. You can then minimize use of such application.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: If you have a newer version of android (Ice Cream Sandwich) you just go to Settings > Battery, and you'll find a list of what's sucking the most battery.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I see.. Your main concern is to save battery life and identify which app consumes the most of your battery.
You can use the hidden built-in android battery usage monitor using the guide below.
Dial this code in your phone dialer **\* # \* # 4636 # \* # \*** then press on **Usage statistics**
From here you could see how long your app is running even if it's running as service ex.(update gps position, get movement xyz axis for pedometer, compass, wifi/network location, barometer, Ambient Light Sensor or etc).
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/23 | 464 | 1,694 | <issue_start>username_0: Want to know if ICS can mount an SD when formatted as EXT4 or does it still need a FAT32 partition like Gingerbread. Googled for 30+ mins, can't find an answer.<issue_comment>username_1: Two separate issues.
1. Does your current ROM force vfat or not? For example, I'm pretty sure CyanogenMod does not force vfat and will not forcibly reformat an ext4 when it finds it back to vfat. This is what will happen [on some stock roms](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1123833). If it does not force vfat, great.
2. Ext4 is almost certainly supported, if it's not forced instantly into vfat. I quote from CyanogenMod FAQ: "**Is ext3/ext4 safe for my SD card?** *Probably, unless the SD card is very old and does not support wear leveling.*"
In short, it's impossible to answer if "ICS" works with ext4. It might work, but force ext4 into vfat instantly. It might not work at all. What's important is that you check if the ROM you are using both supports ext4 and does not force it back to vfat. Only one way to find out, except asking around xda-developers ;)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: ICS usually has Ext4 support. The Google Nexus S for example had that already with Gingerbread. It depends on your actual phone model however:
`cat /proc/filesystems`
This gives you a list of supported file systems. Execute the above command using any terminal app, eg. "System Tuner pro" -> Terminal
You don't need any rooting to view what file system your android kernel supports.
My ICS 4.0.4 shows ext4 support.
Older droids were vFat mostly.
If you don't have support you will need to root and install your own custom kernel and/or ROM.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/23 | 280 | 1,136 | <issue_start>username_0: I hand my clients an Xoom (Android tablet) and I am holding a Xoom.
How do I simply have them watch what I'm doing on my screen? No video, audio, or anything else fancy needed. All I need is a simple screen share. Will be showing documents, webpages, and such.
Join.me and GoToMeeting only allow view mode, not share mode on Android. There has to be a program to allow this.<issue_comment>username_1: Sounds like some kind of VNC type of solution would be the best, maybe [TeamViewer](http://www.teamviewer.com/en/download/mobile.aspx)? You might need an enterprise license if you're doing this for commercial purposes.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: There is a TeamViewer app that acts as a server "TeamViewer Quick support" unfortunately it is for samsung devices only
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: Try this [app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.springdesign.screenshare.browser.server). It allows you to share the screens between two tablets or two mobile devices of varying dimensions wirelessly and does not require any thing extra as per your requirements.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/24 | 348 | 1,333 | <issue_start>username_0: I have the following Android Desktop, using Cyanogenmod:
Sometimes, I don't remember how or why, it becomes like this:
As you can see, the lower menu (dockbar) just disappears, and only Browser's icon is shown. I have to restart my phone so I can get my menu back. I'm using ADWLauncher.
What am I doing to lose my lower menu? Where am I clicking? I have no idea how to return to the previous state unless I restart my phone... :/<issue_comment>username_1: Sounds like some kind of VNC type of solution would be the best, maybe [TeamViewer](http://www.teamviewer.com/en/download/mobile.aspx)? You might need an enterprise license if you're doing this for commercial purposes.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: There is a TeamViewer app that acts as a server "TeamViewer Quick support" unfortunately it is for samsung devices only
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: Try this [app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.springdesign.screenshare.browser.server). It allows you to share the screens between two tablets or two mobile devices of varying dimensions wirelessly and does not require any thing extra as per your requirements.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/24 | 1,065 | 4,312 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm not sure why this happens, but I've lost connectivity (phone service, 3G) with my service provider a number of times now. Not just for a short while, I may be off the air for hours. This is worrying, as I'm not aware that this is happening. I have to reset the mobile.
1. Is there a way to get a notification that I'm off the air?
2. Is there a way to reconnect without rebooting the phone?
3. Is this something that happens to others, or am I just lucky?
I have a Samsung Galaxy SII.<issue_comment>username_1: >
> Is there a way to get a notification that I'm off the air?
>
>
>
I don't think this is possible, but there might be an app out there for it. I'm not sure. I'm fairly certain that it's not a native function in Android though.
>
> Is there a way to reconnect without rebooting the phone?
>
>
>
Airplane mode on/off seems to be the easiest route. If that doesn't work, you can try going into "More..." on the settings menu and look for available networks manually. Maybe you'll find that you find other networks, just not your carrier, and in that case it's actually a coverage problem, or a problem with their equipment since you *can* actually see networks, just not the one you want to connect to.
>
> Is this something that happens to others, or am I just lucky?
>
>
>
Connection drops to the network is very common, but it's usually different kinds of drops for different reasons. If you have rooted your phone and you're running a custom ROM, you might need to check out [GetRIL](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sibbor.getril&hl=sv). If you're running stock, try a factory reset/reinstall of your device first, or see if there's any updates available from Samsung.
I get drops at times on my Galaxy Nexus as well, but I only lose data connection, I still see my carriers name and I can recieve SMS/phone calls. This sounds completely different from your issue if you are actually losing contact with the GSM network completely.
I'd recommend that you check out if you can find other carriers networks or not (mentioned above), if you can find others you need to notify your carrier first of all. If you can't, it's probably phone-specific but even there your carrier/Samsung should be able to help you if you still have warranty and the device is not rooted.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: I encountered the same issues sometimes and I couldn't detect it without trying to make a phone call. I then went into the parameters panel, into the Mobile network part. There, I force the phone to select my operator (and remove the auto-detection option).
Since this modification, when I'm disconnected from GSM network I have a little warning sign (grey triangle with a white exclamation point inside) in the notification toolbar.
To force reconnection, I go in the same menu and force the phone to search available networks, I select mine and it is (almost every time) reconnected.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I have same problem with my Samsung Galaxy Y Pro Duos. The second SIM often loses the connection to the GSM network, but the phone fails to notify me about that. It reports network signal strength as usual, but the number is inaccessible. It happens several times a month, the last time I did not notice it for several days - very bad.
It seems this problem is common on Samsung phones. The Galaxy Ace I bought for my mother did it a few times too, but it happens less often on this phone.
I upgraded the software on both phones with no luck. I tried to hard-select the network, so hopefully I will at least get the notification.
On one SIM phones you could try [this app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=msd.n2g.n3g.sell); it notifies you when GSM connection is lost. I can't tell if it works though, because it only works with the first SIM and I get trouble with the second one. If it relies on info from Android, then it probably won't work, because Android thinks it is connected all the time (the signal bar is on even if the SIM inaccessible).
I am actually thinking about switching the phone and avoiding Samsung and/or Android in the future, because this is obviously not an isolated problem and neither Samsung or Google seems to care to fix it.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/24 | 706 | 2,681 | <issue_start>username_0: I've noticed that Verizon offers 2 versions of the Galaxy S3: 16 GB and 32 GB. I'm trying to determine if it would be worthwhile to get the larger storage.
Is the device storage an extension of the primary device memory, or is it treated as a separate memory area that can only be used for data storage (similar to an SD card) but not for running programs?<issue_comment>username_1: The difference is in the storage capacity, 32Gb > 16Gb, really, you'll have heaps of space to hold photos, apps, music... :) Go for it if you can afford it :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Some site disassembling the Galaxy S III states a 16GB flash, seems to be the 16GB version. If that's true, I would imagine the 32GB version has a 32GB flash, that's an internal storage.
The tech is `MoviNAND` that's just work like an MMC card, but it is mounted as the internal storage for Samsung's devices.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: If you buy the Galaxy S III 32 GB you get 32 GB of *internal memory*, I realize that you're worried about getting perhaps 16 GB internal + 16 GB SD-card but that is absolutely not the case, and it would be pretty much false advertising and they would piss a lot of people off. I just looked up the specs and it is indeed 32 GB internal memory for the 32 GB variant.
I don't know how specifically the partitions are set up since i have a Galaxy Nexus myself, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's the exact same, where `/sdcard` is a separate partition but still on the internal memory physically.
So, to answer your question:
>
> Is the device storage an extension of the primary device memory, or is it treated as a separate memory area that can only be used for data storage
>
>
>
No, the device storage is not an extension of the primary memory as far as I know, it's all internal flash memory albeit still partitioned to standard Android partitions for obvious reasons, where `/sdcard` is one of those standard partitions even when no actual sdcard is present. So as far as I understand, you'll have 32 GB of pure internal storage.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: There have been reports of the Sprint version being split into 12gb/12gb partitions. No news on VZW or Tmobile but I would bet they are split as well. So regardless of what the other people on here have said it would appear that not all the 32gb is in one partition.
See:
<http://www.androidcentral.com/sprint-galaxy-s-iii-review>
username_4
Edit: because of this new news I will be sticking with a 16gb version since I already have a 64gb card ready to use. No point in dealing with multiple "sdcard" directories.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/24 | 487 | 2,158 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an Xperia x10i running firmware version 2.1-update1 from 3 (a very annoyingly-named mobile service provider). After returning from a trip, I have noticed that certain applications are having difficulty recognizing the availability of a network connection, while others function just fine. The cases I have spotted so far:
* After spending a good while on "Loading...", the Facebook app displays "No Internet Connection. Try Again"
* The Youtube app immediately displays a popup stating "Attention: There is no network connection right now. Please try again later." on startup. Attempting to view any type of information from youtube (e.g., "favorites" or "most viewed" lists, not just videos) causes this same error to be displayed.
* The Google+ app can retrieve and display Notifications or members of my Circles just fine, but attempting to view posts leads to a long "Loading..." display, followed by "Google+ connection lost."
* Searching and browsing work properly in the Android Marketplace app, but any attempt to install or update apps results in the downloads almost immediately going into "Download paused" status and staying there for hours, aside from the occasional attempt to restart the download (which invariably ends in re-pausing it), until I kill the Marketplace app.
Despite this, other apps work just fine - Browser will run searches and bring up pages, the Google Calendar widget updates properly, etc. These results are consistent regardless of whether I am on a 3G or wi-fi network. "Data traffic" is enabled under Mobile Network Settings. Both "Background data" and "Auto-sync" are enabled in Accounts & Sync Settings.
What do I need to do to get this working again?<issue_comment>username_1: Try this:
Menu > Settings > Wireless & Networks > Mobile Networks > Data Enabled (that should be checked).
Menu > Settings > Wireless & Networks > Mobile Networks > Access Point Names, hit menu, tap on 'Reset to default' :)
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Check the date and time under `Settings`. YouTube and some other apps report no network when the date is wrong.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/24 | 406 | 1,587 | <issue_start>username_0: I intend to buy a an Android tablet for a single use, as a remote control. It'll run a single app all the time and sit in a dock most of the time, occasionally being carried to another room. I want two features: stay awake while charging (searching this site showed me a few app solutions for this), and for the tablet to wake up when moved or when the screen is touched. Basically, I want as little time and as few manipulations as possible to get from just lying there on a coffee table to being awake and responsive. I expect this will decrease battery life (because the touch detection or accelerometers have to be active), and given my use case, that's ok as long as I still get 3-4 hours out of it.
I don't have a specific tablet picked out yet, but I'm thinking something along the lines of the Galaxy Tab 8.9". The 7" screen size would be fine, but I want to us this in landscape mode all of the time and that works better if the dock connector is on the bottom while in landscape mode.<issue_comment>username_1: There is a free app called MotionUnlock, with it your tablet will sense when it is being picked up from a table, etc... and unlock automatically, being ready for use!
[MotionUnlock - Tablet Wake Up](http://www.apkbrain.com/apps/MotionUnlock---Tablet-Wake-Up-121464.html)
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: After searching a bit more, I found [Wake Up Screen](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wildroid.wake.up.screen "Wake Up Screen"). It might do what I want. I'll try it out in a few days.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/24 | 326 | 1,210 | <issue_start>username_0: When I try and open the "Movies" application on my phone (HTC Vivid w/ Sense 3.6 and ICS), I'm given with this notification (see image):
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/cAGKC.png)
Screenshot (click image to enlarge)
Now I don't think this is legit, so what do you think? Is this a virus? And if it is (which i think it is), how can I go about removing it?<issue_comment>username_1: Rest assured, that is not a virus, its a warning dialog to make you aware that you may have the app install from outside of Google Play blocked. It is normal! :)
To proceed to check and confirm it is indeed unblocked...
Go into Settings > Security > Device Administration, tap on "Unknown sources", a dialog box appears, tap ok as that's a standard disclaimer, which is normal de-facto thing.
For GB, Menu > Settings > Applications, check "Unknown Sources" and again, similar dialog appears as a disclaimer.
Tap Ok to continue and back out of it.
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: More likely that the movie App just wants to get installed. It's not uncommon that 3rd party software is installed this way.
Upvotes: 3 |
2012/06/25 | 931 | 3,720 | <issue_start>username_0: We are going to have an online poll using SMS in an upcoming ceremony. We also want to show the result of the poll on a large screen using a video projector. The idea that I have is to use an android phone to receive text messages and forward them to a PC using a TCP/IP connection. If the message is forwarded to the PC, I can handle the rest of the things easily. Now, I have two questions regarding the above idea:
1. Do you know any application of piece of code that forwards any incoming text message to a given ip address/port number?
2. Is an android phone capable of handling a large number of text messages? That would be 100-200 messages per minute. The latter issue is a more important one since I have no clue about the number and I cannot test the scalability of the system since the day of the ceremony.<issue_comment>username_1: I can think of two approaches:
For one, there is [android-notifier](http://code.google.com/p/android-notifier/), which claims to react on events (amongst others: incoming SMS) and sends notifications to a desktop pendant (multi-OS). As the source code is available, it could be investigated (as to replace the pc desktop application by your own processor) and adapted.
And then there always is [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) (with good documentation and a free 7 day trial available at its [project site](http://tasker.dinglisch.net/)). It also can react on, amongs others, incoming SMS, and perform different actions (also on the SMS' text), such as e.g. "browse url" (you could urlencode the SMS and send it as parameter, I guess -- the "http get"/"http post" actions is probably smoother, as easier to configure with parameters), "compose email" (again can be processed asynchronously at the PC), and more (see already linked project site for details).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If you just want to see the poll results without addition processing in your computer, I would suggest the following two apps:
1. [Poll-Box](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.poll.app&feature=search_result)
2. [FastFeedbak Lite](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=my.poll.app&feature=search_result)
With either of these apps you can receive the SMS (text messages) and display the result in the device's screen. This device screen can be displayed in any larger displays using HDMI connection or other screen cast apps. If this solves your issue, you can totally avoid your dependency on the computer.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: It isn't difficult to create the necessary code to listen to incoming messages, handle their data and send them to a TCP socket. I've done such an app but can't release it's code, unfortunately. All I can say is it's pretty simple, just research incoming SMS handling (for example [here](http://davanum.wordpress.com/2007/12/15/android-listen-for-incoming-sms-messages/)) and sockets (for example [here](http://thinkandroid.wordpress.com/2010/03/27/incorporating-socket-programming-into-your-applications/)).
As to your other question, there is some latency when receiving SMS, but this depends on your carrier. They store the messages in a queue and send them to your phone as fast as they can. So, depending on your carrier they may have some limits on how many messages they accept into the queue.
You can estimate the delay in the messages by sending a SMS to your phone from 2 other phones simultaneously, and check the difference in receiving the messages. You can then estimate the handling speed per minute. For example, if there's a two second delay, it would take `(200*2)/60=6m40s` to process 200 messages.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/25 | 446 | 1,679 | <issue_start>username_0: ICS devices support creating backups using `adb backup`, and restoring them using `adb restore`. Using `adb backup`, one can select that everything should be backed up, or only a certain package.
However, `adb restore` lacks all the options of `adb backup`. When I call `adb restore backup.ab`, where `backup.ab` is only the backup of a single package, the phone shows me a warning dialog saying that all settings are going to be lost after restoring the backup. Is it true that restoring a single package backup wipes all data on the phone? If yes, is it somehow possible to restore a single package using `adb restore`?<issue_comment>username_1: If you're rooted you can now use [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup) Pro ([5.6+](http://www.titaniumtrack.com/changelog/titanium-backup/5-6-0)) to restore from `adb` backups.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Picking up my comment on the question:
>
> Is it true that restoring a single package backup wipes all data on the phone?
>
>
>
No. As I suspected in my comment, *the warning just relates to the settings of the app being restored, as they would be replaced by those from the backup.* I used `adb backup` to backup a single app on one device, and restored it to multiple devices. I didn't miss anything afterwards, all other apps (and data) remained untouched.
It wouldn't make any sense the other way, either. And [Carbon - App Sync and Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.backup) couldn't offer to restore a single app, as it itself would be gone then as well :)
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/25 | 438 | 1,518 | <issue_start>username_0: My current kernel (whatever is built into stock Froyo 2.2 ROM for Verizon Motorola Droid X) does NOT support swap memory.
Does CyanogenMod 7.2 kernel support swap memory? Does that depend on device-specific build?<issue_comment>username_1: The [cyanogenmod](http://www.cyanogenmod.com/) team feels that swap doesn't serve it's purpose on an Android device:
>
> This question is hotly debated, but you almost definitely do not need swap or compcache...
>
>
>
You can read all about it at the [Swap and Compcache - CyanogenMod Wiki](http://oldwiki.cyanogenmod.org/wiki/Swap_and_Compcache)!
---
**To answer you question directly**, by default the swap and Compcache schemes are disabled, but if you still feel the need to use them, above link provides you with a how-to.
So, yes, the CyanogenMod 7.2 supports swap and its usage needs to be activated.
The swap and Compcache schemes usage depends on the device and its support for it.
---
As a side note, the CyanogenMod 7.x is Gingerbread-based not Froyo, as can be read [here](http://www.cyanogenmod.com/blog/cyanogenmod-7-2):
>
> After 3 rounds of release candidates, and squashing a few more bugs in the stabilization branch of CyanogenMod 7, the newest stable iteration of the **Gingerbread-based** CM7 is now being released.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Short answer:
No. Kernel support is missing. You need to replace the kernel.
Longer answer - check answer from username_1.
Upvotes: -1 |
2012/06/25 | 646 | 2,602 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I delete a single calendar from the native calendar app (not only the entries: the whole calendar) without wiping out the app or all calendars, in android >4.0?
This feature was available till ICS. In Kitkat, it's still not possible.<issue_comment>username_1: I just ran into the same problem. I created a local calendar with an app and then removed the app before deleting the calendar. I could re-install the app and delete the calendar there. So, for you as a developer, this means you should probably add this functionality to your app.
However, if you need a quick fix or if someone else is running into this problem with a third-party app that does not provide a way to remove its own calendars, you can use the (no longer free) app [iCal Import/Export CalDAV](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tk.drlue.icalimportexport.premium) by <NAME>, as this app allows you to remove any local calendars.
Just start it, select "Edit Calendars", then "Choose Calendar", and select the calendar you want to remove. Then click "Delete Calendar" and confirm if you are certain you have selected the right one.
Maybe use the same app first to pull a backup of the calendars you want to keep.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: Android devices have a local calendar storage database that is opaque and difficult to modify with app-level programmatic. You can, however, clear all local calendar data, which should remove the calendar entries permanently. Any sync'd calendars will repopulate.
Settings > Apps & Notifications > See all Apps > (... menu) Show System
Navigate to "Calendar Storage", choose "Storage & cache", and then "Clear storage".
All calendar events will disappear, sync'd events will repopulate via account sync over the next few minutes.
Another comment noted a paid app "CalDEV". My guess is that it does a less nuclear version of this.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Since it seems there is no easy free way to do this, I created my own =)
Here is the app: [Calendar Toolbox](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whitebox.calendartoolbox)
If someone needs to create, delete, or update a local calendar, it will do it.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: [Calendar Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=kfsoft.calendar.backup.ics) lets you backup and delete calendars. I just used it with the Samsung calendar on a Galaxy A6.
Before deleting it, you can export it as an .ics file as backup, and it offers you to save it or directly share it to an email or messaging account.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/25 | 389 | 1,574 | <issue_start>username_0: I use my credit card to buy app on Google Play Store and now that I changed my credit card, I want to remove my credit card info from my account, but Google gives me this message:
>
> You are about to remove the following credit card:
> Visa ending in xxxx
>
>
> The following orders will be affected by removing this credit card:
> [list of apps I purchased]
>
>
>
What happen when I remove my credit card, will I lose all my purchased apps? Or what will happen exactly?<issue_comment>username_1: Of course not. The only way the would be affected is if they were still pending purchases.
I have removed a card previously and all my apps were still intact.
Your purchases are linked to your account, not to your cards.
However common sense still applies. If you have in-app **subscriptions** set up on the card that you've removed, than the next charge will fail.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes.
Your in-app subscriptions attached with that card will be disturbed. And, an app developer would be unable to refund money if you've purchased that app using that card (but, this is solved by contacting Google support).
But, you'll not lose any purchased apps. Even pending purchases will not be affected if you attach a new card with the account. Otherwise, it'd be cancelled.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Nope, The purchases generally go though, because your bank usually won't clear the funds till the next business day. I think Google simply gives that message for some legal reason.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/25 | 707 | 2,426 | <issue_start>username_0: I've a Huawei u8160 which is running Cyanogenmod 7.2.
I saw in the change log that it has better support for USB mouse and keyboard and it was written beside it COMMON.
Quoted from the Cyanogenmod github [CHANGELOG.mkdn](https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android_vendor_cyanogen/blob/gingerbread/CHANGELOG.mkdn#changelog-notable-new-features-or-fixes):
>
> ...
>
>
> Common: Better support for mouse and usb keyboards - <NAME>, <NAME>
>
>
> ...
>
>
>
So I was wondering if it supports USB host so I can connect it with a USB mouse and keyboard ?<issue_comment>username_1: I would say, go for it and try it out and report back here. :)
What the wording '*Common*' means is this, common to all devices regardless of platform. Its a CM thing in documenting the changes made.
If there was a specific device in there it would be highlighted, for example, '*OMAP Common*' refers to those devices that has ARMv7 media processing embedded on the chip or SoC, by Texas Instruments (generally found in high end devices)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: The `Common: Better support for mouse and usb keyboards` found at the [changelog](https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android_vendor_cyanogen/blob/gingerbread/CHANGELOG.mkdn#changelog-notable-new-features-or-fixes) refers to all devices supported, meaning that there was an overall improvement on the USB support for mouse and keyboard devices.
But take into account that the words "better support" means that there was an improvement, but it may still be buggy on certain devices under specific situations.
**As a side note:**
To your particular case, you are referring that **you have a Huawei U8160**, but on the changelog, the **support goes for Huawei U8150**. So, it may not be fully supported with or device.
---
Relevant Links:
---------------
The changelog can be found at: [github - CyanogenMod](https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android_vendor_cyanogen/blob/gingerbread/CHANGELOG.mkdn#changelog-notable-new-features-or-fixes)
CyanogenMod Forums: [CyanogenMod 7.2 Released! (2012-Jun-16)](http://forum.cyanogenmod.com/forum-509/announcement-23-cyanogenmod-72-released-2012-jun-16/)
Wikipedia: [List of devices supported by CyanogenMod](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_devices_supported_by_CyanogenMod)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: You can try because the chipset is the same.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/26 | 840 | 3,002 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a rooted android phone. I am trying to pull the applications from /system/app/. However this simply does not copy the apk. What I have tried.
```
adb shell
su
cd data
cd app
ls
```
A lot of applications are shown. However when I try to pull it it says
```
adb pull /data/app test
pull: building file list...
0 files pulled. 0 files skipped.
```
When I try to pull it from the system/app it pulls it but no file is created on my computer. I have specified the file name, tried with it and without it. Could someone please tell me what I am doing wrong?
I have also tried it individually with specific apks. But that doesnt work either.<issue_comment>username_1: First, make sure you have the latest version of ADB utility by downloading the newest Android SDK version from [here](http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html).
The syntax is `adb pull` . For "path on PC" portion try specifying the full path, with drive letter like so:
`adb pull /data/app/myapp.apk c:\test`
To pull **all** of the apps from /data/app directory try this:
`adb pull /data/app/ c:\test`
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If you're using `su` to get root privileges when you shell in (which you've indicated you are) then that means you're not root on the shell by default. `adb pull` fails with that error message because it doesn't have permission to index the directory and pull the contents.
You should be able to restart `adb` on your device with `adb root` first:
```
adb root
adb pull /data/app/
```
And a fully illustrative example to show that this is the likely issue (I used `/data/misc` just because it's smaller):
```
[09:27:23] ~/adb-test $ adb pull /data/misc/
pull: building file list...
0 files pulled. 0 files skipped. <-------------- Same issue because we're not root yet!
[09:27:49] ~/adb-test $ adb root
[09:27:56] ~/adb-test $ adb pull /data/misc/
pull: building file list...
... Snip all of the individual files here ...
24 files pulled. 0 files skipped.
65 KB/s (7732 bytes in 0.115s)
[09:27:59] ~/adb-test $
```
---
Another option for restarting `adb` as root is [Chainfire's adbd insecure app](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1687590). Some ROMs will not support the `adb root` command, though, as they were not built to allow it. This will be true if you root a stock ROM without installing a custom one, for example.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: You do not need adb to run as root to pull the actual files, but you do need it to run as root to list the directory in which they are located (which would be an implicit requirement to pulling the whole directory).
If you want to do it without root, pull /data/system/packages.xml and extract the code paths of the applications from there, then adb pull them individually by their full path names. That could be a great opportunity to learn about grep and xargs - or use your favorite host-side scripting language.
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/26 | 788 | 3,046 | <issue_start>username_0: I have tried through the Google Play store and it does not seem possible from there, but does anyone know if it is possible to remove an application remotely?
In other words, *if I do not have direct access to my phone*, can I make use of some website, app or service to uninstall an app without being able to interact with the phone directly.<issue_comment>username_1: If your phone is on the same local Wi-Fi network as your computer then you could use [Airdroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en) for this. If it's not, then [Remote Desktop](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.xdevelop.rm&hl=en) offers a terminal emulator, so you could use that to uninstall the app from the command line:
```
pm uninstall app.package.name
```
Alternatively, you could set up an SSH server and then use the above `pm` command. [Is there some SSH server for android?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/9905/is-there-some-ssh-server-for-android) is a good place to start if you need SSH server software. Also note that using `pm uninstall` from outside `adb shell` - such as in a terminal emulator - will require root. I am unsure if Airdroid requires root for its uninstall feature.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: [Appbrain](http://www.appbrain.com) provides this feature. But you have to get an account and install the Appbrain App.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: >
> Though it went unmentioned during today's Google I/O keynote, the Google Play website now offers the option of updating and/or uninstalling apps from Android hardware directly in the browser. By heading to the "My Android Apps" tab of the Play portal, you'll see a list of all applications that reside on your smartphone or tablet; users with multiple devices can view a breakdown of what apps are installed where. Though sorting is alphabetical, apps with pending available updates will be listed first. Clicking a gray update button will immediately start the download on the target Android product, though sadly there's no "update all" option just yet. Uninstalls are equally as simple: selecting the trash can icon underneath each app first brings up a warning dialog that acts as a nice safeguard against unintentional deletions. Clicking through this leads to the immediate removal of the app in question from your device.
>
>
>
Source: <http://www.theverge.com/2012/6/27/3121959/google-play-website-update-uninstall-android-apps>
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: For the Google Play **website**, as accessed through a web browser, the answer to this question depends on *when* you are asking:
* In 2012 (when this question was asked): in the "My Apps" or "My Android Apps" list, use the little trashcan to uninstall.
* In October 2014, [when asked again](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/85846/remotely-uninstall-an-app-via-play-store) it was not possible using the web interface, instead the Google Play Store App is required.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/26 | 826 | 3,062 | <issue_start>username_0: If I have WiFi enabled and 3G data disabled, does it save any battery relative to having both WiFi and 3G enabled? With WiFi enabled, I didn't know if 3G enabled would make any difference since it wouldn't be used.<issue_comment>username_1: I have a Huawei U8510-1 (Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread) and when I got it my battery was having a low duration between recharges.
After some tests, by disabling and enabling stuff, the battery cycle started to last more, about 2x more, with the 3G disabled. For me was great since I always use WiFi.
But this was not enough, the battery cycle still given me a short period of time, forcing me to recharge the phone more or less every two days.
The best solution that saved my day and allowed me to really save the battery, thus increasing each battery charge cycle was this APP:
[Easy Battery Saver](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.easy.battery.saver&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5lYXN5LmJhdHRlcnkuc2F2ZXIiXQ..) *free*
It works and really makes a difference. Now I charge my phone one, max two times a week, depending on the usage. :)
So, by my personal experience, disabling 3G even if it is not being used, helps saving the battery life, but doesn't make that much of a difference compared to an APP solution.
---
Related reading on this subject:
--------------------------------
[what drains more my battery? wifi, dataconnection(3g) or gps. ANDROID](https://stackoverflow.com/q/9614306/352449)
[How to Improve Battery Life on Your Android](http://www.techadvisory.org/2012/02/how-to-improve-battery-life-on-your-android/)
[How to Save Battery Life on Your Android Phone by Disabling 3G](http://www.groovypost.com/howto/howto/turn-off-3g-data-android-saves-battery-life/)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Short answer: **yes.**
It depends on the currently enabled Wi-Fi sleep mode. By default, Android disables Wi-Fi when your device goes into a sleep. In this case, 3G is the remaining mode of network communication, and it gets used by Gmail/Gtalk push notifications, etc. Obviously, this network communication takes its toll on your battery time. If you disable 3G you'll save some battery, but your device will be completely offline while in sleep.
However, if your Wi-Fi is "always on", your 3G will never be used, so it doesn't really matter if it is on or off. However, "always on" Wi-Fi is a big battery drain by itself...
Update: Note that sleep modes and sub-system energy consumption differ from phone to phone. Moreover, 3G energy consumption varies greatly, depends on which background services are enabled, proximity of the cellular tower, etc. I haven't seen any "authoritative" documentation on this subject.
I suggest you check your battery stats (in `Settings -> Battery`) and see how cellular communication affects your battery time overall. Usually, it is a very small percentage, so in general dialing your screen brightness a down a notch will have much greater effect on your battery life.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/26 | 241 | 895 | <issue_start>username_0: I used "SMS Backup & Restore" to create an sms.xml file with all my text messages from my old phone. My new phone, Samsung Galaxy S III, can't mount as USB mass storage, so I can't figure out how to transfer the file. I've used gmtp to transfer media files to the phone before.
What's the best solution for my problem?<issue_comment>username_1: I haven't tested it out, but try the WiFi File Explorer by Dooblou.
Here's the link: <http://www.pcworld.com/appguide/app.html?id=648691&expand=false>
Sounds like it should do the job you're looking for.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: you can try move the file from card reader, bluetooth, or download from email. I use AST android sms transfer, this software have the same functions, and I feel it's easy to use. AST android sms transfer website : <http://www.android-sms-transfer.com>
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/26 | 422 | 1,675 | <issue_start>username_0: My Google Chrome frequently hangs for no apparent reason. Application is active (responding), but tabs are blank and nothing loads... The only solution that I found is to go into `Settings -> Apps -> Google Chrome` and "force close" it. Then I re-open it, and it works OK again, for some time.
I'd like to automate this manual "force close" process, e.g. I'd like to have a shortcut on my screen that terminates Chrome for me. Any other easy way to close Chrome is acceptable too.
My device is Asus Transformer, rooted.<issue_comment>username_1: Get a process killing app from the market like 'Advanced Task Killer', it will allow you select which processes you would like to kill and then do so by clicking a single "kill" button.
**Warning!!** Of course forcibly "killing" a process is not recommended as it can break your application (think of what would happen if a process is writing to file and then is suddenly terminated, you could end up with a corrupt asset!!!) or even, in worse conditions, harm your system.
you will either have to wait for it to close by itself or just use a different browser. so the answer is yes, but don't do this.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I've ended up using [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm), it is trivial to create a task to kill a specific application (Google Chrome), than add a shortcut (widget) to that task on the screen.
Edit: I've actually created a task that not only kills Chrome, but restarts it afterwards as well, all in one click:
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/26 | 696 | 2,752 | <issue_start>username_0: In general, from time to time, my phone (Galaxy SII) lightens up its locked screen for 4-5 seconds.
I thought: the reason behind can be to show if some messages or calls are awaiting to be noticed (but, with screen locked, it is pointless anyway, because nothing is shown besides symbol entry screen).
But sometimes it lightens up the screen like 3 times in a minute, over 15 minutes.
Why it does that?<issue_comment>username_1: Try uninstalling some applications. The same thing happened to me and I fixed it by uninstalling my most recently installed app.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Try [BetterBatteryStats](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.asksven.betterbatterystats) or [GSam Battery Monitor Pro](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gsamlabs.bbm.pro). Both apps can provide you information on which apps/processes/services are initiating wakelocks, how many times they are doing it and how long they are keeping the device from going into a deep sleep. This may help you identify if it's an app or a system process that is going crazy and waking your phone when it should be idle. They both have free versions but I've only used the pro version so I'm not sure if the free versions will accomplish the same thing.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I am one of responsible developer of username_3.
We developed app called "wakelock detector"(WLD) for showing statistics of wakelock usage.
It is an alternative app for BetterBatteryStats or GSam Monitor.
If your screen lightens up randomly, then I think some app is holding "FULL\_WAKE\_LOCK" with ACQUIRE\_CAUSES\_WAKEUP flag, Check : [PowerManager](http://developer.android.com/reference/android/os/PowerManager.html)
Our app shows "full\_wake\_lock" statistics also, which will help you to determine the suspicious app. Most probably it will be the currently running process.
[WLD at GooglePlay](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uzumapps.wakelockdetector)
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: This happened to me, Samsung Galaxy S3, was killing the battery. After chasing my tail WRT applications, I found a post about the power connector on the bottom of the phone. If it gets slightly bent down it will cause a problem (short against something I assume) and cause the screen to intermittently become active. Take a non-conductive (NOT METAL) thin piece of something and VERY GENTLY move the power connector so it is centered in the hole where it sits. Then try hooking up the power charger; it is easy to move it too much, so the it can't plug in. The idea is to center the connector in the hole. If this looks beyond you, find your nearest friendly geek. Fixes the problem immediately.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/26 | 877 | 3,347 | <issue_start>username_0: Since the switch from Android 2.x (2.3.7) to 4.0.4 ICS I notice that all my contact's pictures are blurry.
Some of them come from g+ profiles but most are self added on a gingerbread phone.
Why are they blurry and how can I fix this?
PS: my own picture I reuploaded via the talk app is still low res and upscaled in the phone app. I also have a public profile pic that i updated at the same time.<issue_comment>username_1: This is due to a limitation of GMail more than anything. GMail only supports contact icons with a resolution of 64×64, while ICS supports up to 256×256. When you give a contact an icon, Android uploads that new contact icon to GMail... which then promptly downscales it. ...And then Android thinks you changed it to the low-res icon and uses that instead of the nice and pretty one you picked out.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Apparently, this is fixed as of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean:
See the [API Overview for Jelly Bean](http://developer.android.com/about/versions/android-4.0.html) and you find this:
```
Large photos
Android now supports high resolution photos for contacts.
Now, when you push a photo into a contact record, the system processes it into
both a 96x96 thumbnail (as it has previously) and a 256x256 "display photo"
that's stored in a new file-based photo store (the exact dimensions that the
system chooses may vary in the future). You can add a large photo to a contact
by putting a large photo in the usual PHOTO column of a data row, which the
system will then process into the appropriate thumbnail and display photo
records.
```
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I'm not sure if your issue is the one I'm addressing: Gmail doesn't save anything bigger than 96x96. So when your contacts are synced with Gmail, they are downsized. If you wipe your phone and re-sync, the 96x96 photos will be downloaded to your phone.
I couldn't find any solution but to write my own app, which uploads the high quality photos to picasaweb under a private album. Give the app a try: <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oxplot.contactphotosync>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Let's get one thing clear, the contact resolution is still too damn low, even after the "fix" for 4.1 where the pictures were slightly enlarged. As of now, there's only one workaround if you want crisp contact pictures.
* Create a folder with high resolution contact pictures. It's a great idea to backup this folder to Dropbox or similar, you don't want to have to collect these pictures again.
* Download [HD Contacts](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jgarrison.hdcontacts) (free) from Google Play. This app will let you specify one "HD" (high resolution) contact picture for each contact. You can backup the database of contacts/apps from here, and you can redo all contact pictures in a batch when needed (like after installing a new ROM).
Until this is fixed server side and Google allows the sync of shiny high resolution pictures, all we can discuss is workarounds, and this is the one I find to work the best.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: What worked for me was going onto my PC, opening Gmail contacts, and deleting the contact photos one by one. Then voila, the non-compressed pictures are back on my Android.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/27 | 861 | 3,088 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a working root for the myTouch 4G Slide?
I have Android 2.3.4.
I tried Revolutionary as advised by [rootzwiki](http://wiki.rootzwiki.com/HTC_myTouch_4G_Slide), which failed with the following message.
```
Your device: doubleshot, with HBOOT 1.45.0013 is not supported at this time
```
I tried SuperOneClick, which [failed](https://i.stack.imgur.com/toxW7.jpg).
None of the other methods I saw on the [How do I root my device](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/1184/how-do-i-root-my-device) page appeared to support my version of Android. Is there perhaps some method where I could downgrade, or is there some other new method out there?
*Edit: My bootloader is unlocked with the [tool from HTC](http://htcdev.com/bootloader/)*<issue_comment>username_1: ***One question:*** Is your bootloader unlocked? If not that's why Revolutionary failed.
If your bootloader is locked, you need to use the HTC's unlock bootloader found [here](http://htcdev.com/bootloader/), then re-try using the Revolutionary root.
The clue was in the message which with a bit of google-fu yielded this thread on [xda](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23127649), post #214 and post #215 (you will have to go back to page 22 on that said thread).
I am not responsible for any outcome by my posting this answer.
Read and re-read and make sure you are ready to go ahead and do so.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: What you are attempting to do is not *rooting*, it's called S-OFF. S-OFF is a level below root. Root is like being the administrator on a Windows machine, whereas S-OFF is like having permission to modify values in the BIOS. It's complete control. S-OFF might not be what you need for what you want to do if all you want to do is root your stock ROM.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Since you've already unlocked your bootloader, you should be able to flash a recovery from fastboot and then use that to root. This will get you root on your stock ROM (but not S-OFF):
1. Download ClockworkMod recovery for the doubleshot from [this link](http://download2.clockworkmod.com/recoveries/recovery-clockwork-5.0.2.7-doubleshot.img)
2. Download the Superuser/su zip file from [this link](http://downloads.androidsu.com/superuser/Superuser-3.0.7-efghi-signed.zip)
3. Reboot into fastboot mode. To do this, remove power off the phone, remove the battery, then hold volume down while you re-insert the battery and press power. When the bootloader menu appears, press power again to select "Fastboot".
4. Flash the custom recovery image: `fastboot flash recovery /path/to/clockworkmod.img`.
5. Reboot into recovery (reboot and hold volume down, I believe, otherwise use #3 above to boot into the bootloader then press volume down to select "Recovery" and press the power button).
6. Copy the Superuser/su zip file onto your device and install it from recovery. It may be easier to get the zip onto your device if you first reboot normally and then use Android's mass storage feature to just copy it over.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/27 | 766 | 2,929 | <issue_start>username_0: When I take my Android phone from my trousers pocket the screen is often activated since any press to the search, home, back or menu button activates the screen. Of course, this is a major battery drain. Even worse - sometimes the phone takes or rejects an incoming call while being in my pocket without me noticing. 8-(
So: is there any way to prevent these buttons from activating the screen? Only the power on button should wake it up, since it is much better hidden and cannot be accidentially pressed in the pocket.
In case that matters: my phone is a LG-P500 with Android version 2.2.2<issue_comment>username_1: ***One question:*** Is your bootloader unlocked? If not that's why Revolutionary failed.
If your bootloader is locked, you need to use the HTC's unlock bootloader found [here](http://htcdev.com/bootloader/), then re-try using the Revolutionary root.
The clue was in the message which with a bit of google-fu yielded this thread on [xda](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23127649), post #214 and post #215 (you will have to go back to page 22 on that said thread).
I am not responsible for any outcome by my posting this answer.
Read and re-read and make sure you are ready to go ahead and do so.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: What you are attempting to do is not *rooting*, it's called S-OFF. S-OFF is a level below root. Root is like being the administrator on a Windows machine, whereas S-OFF is like having permission to modify values in the BIOS. It's complete control. S-OFF might not be what you need for what you want to do if all you want to do is root your stock ROM.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Since you've already unlocked your bootloader, you should be able to flash a recovery from fastboot and then use that to root. This will get you root on your stock ROM (but not S-OFF):
1. Download ClockworkMod recovery for the doubleshot from [this link](http://download2.clockworkmod.com/recoveries/recovery-clockwork-5.0.2.7-doubleshot.img)
2. Download the Superuser/su zip file from [this link](http://downloads.androidsu.com/superuser/Superuser-3.0.7-efghi-signed.zip)
3. Reboot into fastboot mode. To do this, remove power off the phone, remove the battery, then hold volume down while you re-insert the battery and press power. When the bootloader menu appears, press power again to select "Fastboot".
4. Flash the custom recovery image: `fastboot flash recovery /path/to/clockworkmod.img`.
5. Reboot into recovery (reboot and hold volume down, I believe, otherwise use #3 above to boot into the bootloader then press volume down to select "Recovery" and press the power button).
6. Copy the Superuser/su zip file onto your device and install it from recovery. It may be easier to get the zip onto your device if you first reboot normally and then use Android's mass storage feature to just copy it over.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/27 | 408 | 1,426 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way to perform a memdump of an android device? I need the content of the entire memory (RAM). Maybe there is a shell command (meminfo will not do because it displays only memory information, not the content of RAM) or maybe somebody has a program which does this.<issue_comment>username_1: Since Android uses Linux as kernel [`/dev/kmem`](http://linux.die.net/man/4/kmem) exists. It's a virtual character device file that is an image of the main memory of the computer.
You can simply dump it with
```
cat /dev/kmem > file
```
but only as root.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can use [GameGuardian](http://gameguardian.net/download) for this. Need root.
Memory editor tab - menu - memory dump - select range and folder - press ok - wait for toast "Dump end".
Here some video examples how to do this:
* [How to dump memory of any running processes in Android -
GameGuardian](https://gameguardian.net/forum/gallery/image/248-how-to-dump-memory-of-any-running-processes-in-android-gameguardian/)
* [How to dump odex file from memory on Android -
GameGuardian](https://gameguardian.net/forum/gallery/image/251-how-to-dump-odex-file-from-memory-on-android-gameguardian/)
* [How to dump deleted file from memory on Android -
GameGuardian](https://gameguardian.net/forum/gallery/image/252-how-to-dump-deleted-file-from-memory-on-android-gameguardian/)
Upvotes: 1 |
2012/06/27 | 390 | 1,141 | <issue_start>username_0: Would [Galaxy Nexus US](https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=galaxy_nexus_hspa) version (unlocked directly from Google Play) work in India on GSM networks? As far as I understand from the [specifications](https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=galaxy_nexus_hspa) the voice should work just fine as it is a quad band. What about data? Seems like it does support 3G 2100 which is used in India.
[Galaxy Nexus specifications](https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=galaxy_nexus_hspa)
* GSM/EDGE/GPRS (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz)
* 3G (850, 900, 1700, 1900, 2100 MHz)
* HSPA+ 21
[GSM Bands information by country](http://www.worldtimezone.com/gsm.html)
* 900 1800 3G 2100 BSNL / MTNL<issue_comment>username_1: You may not get 21Mbps downloads on HSPA+, but otherwise, voice calls and data access should work just fine, provided you get a compatible SIM card from the local provider.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I just bought a Galaxy Nexus(unlocked directly from Google Play Store) and it works fine for me.I tested 2G and 3G over Airtel Networks.
Upvotes: 2 |
2012/06/27 | 1,844 | 6,503 | <issue_start>username_0: The Galaxy Nexus is 1280x720, and the Nexus 7 tablet is 1280x800.
I realize that the tablet is physically larger, but it's screen resolution, not display size, that determines screen real-estate.
Why is it that the Nexus 7 appears to be able to show so much more content on-screen?
EDIT - My question isn't "why was it designed this way". My question is more "how is it that it is able to show more on the screen"? PPI doesn't explain this.
Is it just a matter of the scaling?<issue_comment>username_1: Showing the same amount of content on a 4.6" screen would make it prohibitively small in most cases. You wouldn't be able to read it, so putting that much content on the screen just doesn't make sense. Resolution determines how many pixels you can display, but one pixel *is not the same size on every screen*. Making content usable and readable requires you to use up more pixels on a smaller screen because they are more densely packed.
For a good comparison, open a web page on a Galaxy Nexus and zoom all the way out. The same page viewed on a 14" (or such) monitor with similar resolution would be no problem, but the text is nearly indecipherable on your phone.
---
From the standpoint of "how is this accomplished technically" - it largely depends on how an app is written. By default, Android will simply scale the interface on to the larger screen, which may or may not cause more data to be visible (consider a scrolling list, for example: more items would be visible on a larger screen). That's the most basic scenario.
It's also possible, however, for a developer to define entirely different layouts based upon screen size or density. Therefore, the layouts on a 7" device may be completely unrelated to the layouts on a 4" device or 10" device. This gives developers a lot of flexibility to create richer UIs for tablets (and other such devices) while keeping the phone UIs useable. This is covered in length on [Android's developers site](http://developer.android.com/guide/practices/screens_support.html).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: That's because the pixels per inch (PPI) is different between them. The higher the PPI, the higher the quality but at a cost of (relative) smaller screen size. So the [Nexus 7](http://www.gsmarena.com/asus_google_nexus_7-4850.php) has 216 pixels per inch while the [Galaxy Nexus](http://www.gsmarena.com/samsung_galaxy_nexus-4219.php) has 316 pixels per inch. The resolution isn't everything, you also have to consider the density of the pixels.
High PPI values have the advantage that it's HD but it also has a disadvantage which is a smaller screen size (at a persistent resolution).
You can read more about PPI [here](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pixel_density).
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: Sorry for the stupid answer, but: the Galaxy Nexus makes everything bigger.
For example, the small letter 'a' can have a width of 30 pixels on the Galaxy Nexus, while it only has 20 pixels on the Nexus 7. This way, more letters can fit on the screen. The reason why they **appear** to be the same size (e.g. 3mm if you put a ruler on the screen) is, as the others said, pixel density. Basically, pixels are bigger, physically, on the Nexus 7.
The reason why the Galaxy Nexus makes everything bigger is so that you can actually use it without keeping it an inch from your face. If the letter 'a' would have a width of 20 pixels, like on the Nexus 7, it would be too small to read comfortably (because pixels are much smaller).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: To understand why Nexus 7 can show more content than the Galaxy Nexus, I'll first explain two concepts: screen density and density-independent-pixel.
But before we go into technical details, it may be worth to clarify the design goals of using density-independent-pixels. The goal is to define a UI that is similar in dimension across devices, regardless of the screen size. So in this case the appearance of the menus is the same in the Galaxy Nexus and the tablet (side by side should look very similar), but, as one has a bigger screen, more content can be shown. The designer selects an appearance that looks good for a certain size (a 160 dpi screen is the base) and this is "simulated" in this case in devices with higher dpi.
**Screen Density**
Commonly referred to as dpi (dots per inch). Android groups all actual screen densities into four generalized densities: low (120), medium (160), high (240), and extra high (320). A device such as Galaxy Nexus has "extra high" screen density (more specifically, the dpi value is set at 320). The Nexus 7 uses "tvdpi" - i.e. 213 dpi.
**Density Independent Pixel**
Commonly referred to as dp. This is the virtual pixel unit used when displaying content. The density-independent pixel is equivalent to one physical pixel on a 160 dpi screen. To calculate dp use the following formula:
```
px = dp * (dpi / 160)
```
or equivalently:
```
dp = (px / dpi) * 160
```
The reason Nexus 7 can show more content than the Galaxy Nexus despite having similar resolutions is this: **the dpi of Nexus 7 is lower than Galaxy Nexus**.
Galaxy Nexus (320 dpi, 720 pixels wide)
```
(720 / 320) * 160 = 360 dp
```
Nexus 7 (213 dpi, 800 pixels wide)
```
(800 / 213) * 160 = 600 dp
```
This means that when apps are rendering on the Galaxy Nexus, the width of the screen is actually 360 dp (rendered using 720 pixels). Whereas on the Nexus 7, the width of the screen is 600 dp (rendered using 800 pixels).
**Bonus**
If your Galaxy Nexus is rooted, you can use an app such as [LCD Density Modder](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.birdapi.android.dpi&hl=en) and change the DPI of your device to 240. What you'll get is something a lot closer to Nexus 7 in a smaller package. On the left is a screenshot of the device at 240 dpi. You'll notice we can see a lot more content when the DPI is lower.
**Nothing to do with PPI**
The other answers mention PPI. The amount of content displayed has nothing to do with the PPI of a device. Though commonly, vendors select the DPI that is closest to the PPI of the device. (e.g. Galaxy Nexus has a PPI of 316, but a DPI of 320, where as Nexus 7 has a PPI of 216, but uses a 213 DPI).
**Further Reading**
<http://developer.android.com/guide/practices/screens_support.html>
Upvotes: 7 [selected_answer] |
2012/06/27 | 1,996 | 7,341 | <issue_start>username_0: About 2 1/2 hrs ago, I plugged in my HTC Evo 4G to its home charger to charge up a bit before leaving the house. It's rooted running CyanogenMod-7.1.0-Supersonic (for at least a month if not more, I can't remember when my husband did this).
Within about 3 minutes, my phone had this really weird user interface I have never seen. It's Car Mode. I couldn't exit out of it, couldn't make my phone respond to me at all. I immediately pulled out the battery & rebooted, thinking maybe it was malware. It booted back into Car Mode, only this time I could click an Exit button.
Researching, I see that this is an UI for car docking. Only I have no car dock, and it was plugged into my home wall charger. I left the house for errands, and no matter what I did - on the phone on a voice call, typing email (at a doctor's office, not driving ;) ), and it kept booting me into Car Mode. On the voice call it automatically put me on speaker.
I did not ask for this program, did not download anything, did not approve anything...
I ran Lookout and no Malware or Spyware is showing. I am very confused.
Anyone have ideas on what this program is, how it all of a sudden appeared on my phone, and how to get it off? I looked up apps in Google Play and the icon in the notifications bar (when I exit Car Mode) is not something that is there. It looks like an app, but it's not in my Apps manager, either, or a running process that I can tell, yet it is showing up intermittently in my notifications, even not plugged in or moving. It's also turning on intermittently. I can't get anything done.
Thanks for any help!<issue_comment>username_1: It is included with Cyanogenmod and is based on similar modes in other ROMs. It is meant to provide you with what you need, but not so much as to distract you while driving.
I do not know what is launching it, or how it is doing so automatically, but there may be ways to stop it:
Stop it in it's tracks
----------------------
If you would like to remove it completely and not use it at all, install [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup&hl=en), choose the `Backup and Restore` tab, find and select `Car Home` (I have version 2.2.1.2) and select either `Freeze` or `Uninstall`.
**Note:** `Freeze` will stop the app from running at all, but keep it on your phone. `Uninstall` will completely remove it.
**Double note**: if you choose `Uninstall`, you may want to make a `Backup` there with the app first, just in case removing it causes unwanted side-effects.
---
Other, less intense options
---------------------------
1. In car mode, click the `Right Arrow` and choose `Settings`. From here, make sure that it's not automatically launching when connected to some bluetooth device, and try `Reset to defaults`, just to make sure nothing else is helping it along.
2. From the home screen, go to `Settings -> Applications -> Manage Applications`, choose the `All` tab, and find `Car Home`. Here, click the `Clear data` button.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: You can disable car mode in your phone model by going to `Settings > Dock > and uncheck auto-launch`, according to <http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110814065550AAW9RZc>
Apparently this is a common problem in EVO 4G, see:
* <http://forums.miui.us/showthread.php?21516-Car-Mode-won-t-turn-off>
* <http://androidforums.com/evo-4g-all-things-root/343337-car-mode-constantly-randomly-turns.html>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I found another Car Home issue related to the USB port. On a non-EVO someone dicovered that their USB port was bent and they violently disabled it.
Since Iplugged and unplugged my EVO 3.1415 million times since I got it, I've played around (gently) with the USB port.
This has reduced the annoying Car Home app starts from all the time to 4-5 times daily.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: I discovered that if you disable the Kies Air program then the care mode will stop working on the Galaxy S2.
Click on settings, then find applications, under running process there is a program called "Kies air" (orange and white in color.) click on the un install updates and then I clicked on disable button.
I have a Samsung galaxy 2 and the "car mode" has stopped popping up every 2 seconds on my phone
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: The most common reason for the car mode to launch is dirt in your charger-connector. The micro-USB gathers all kinds of dirt from your pockets and eventually starts connecting the pins sporadically.
Apply some compressed air and you will be fine. Let the charger have some as well.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_6: How to get out of car mode.
Got this from <http://www.droidforums.net/forum/droid-general-discussions/203433-how-get-out-car-mode.html> after trying all of the above and nothing had worked. This worked for me.
I see that there are only a few posts about this online but no solutions without using apps. I called Verizon and told them the issues. They actually had to go back to way earlier models to solve this issue. To get out of car dock mode do the following:
* Plug in your phone to your charger.
* Turn off your phone.
* Turn on your phone.
* Place a call. While in call, remove your charging cable from your phone (wiggling it a little did the trick for me).
* End the call.
The steering wheel icon should be gone and your phone should be back to normal.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: Yeah. I jus figured all you had to do was use two of your fingers and swipe them down twice. (-\_-). That car mode got me worried!!! I though I was never gonna get out of it!!!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: It was a hardware issue for me - need to gently bend the charging port so it doesn't touch the upper bracket. More info here:
<http://forums.androidcentral.com/verizon-droid-charge/135723-fixed-droid-charge-stuck-desk-car-cradle-mode.html>
It's happened to me several times: randomly switches to car mode, desktop mode, shuts off speaker, answers calls only in speakerphone, music won't play through speaker, etc..
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_9: I was able to fix my Droid DNA by going into Developer Options and checking "USB debugging"
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_10: I know this is old, but I was having this problem with my LG G2 and finally figured out how to get rid of it. Hoping this saves someone else the frustration!
Go into Settings and under the System heading there is an option for Accessory. When you open that, uncheck the "car Home" option that says "automatically start car home when the phone is mounted on car cradle".
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_11: I had the problem with my HTC One M7 (root, OmniROM) that the car mode appeared after restart although no usb cable/dock was connected.
I had anomalities like screen rotation (although locked), calls starting in speaker-mode, mtp-usb not working (disconnect after 1s).
Tapping "Exit Car Mode" didn't solve the problem. Possibly the "car mode" was not terminated fully. Nothing I read on the forums helped **until I found the solution:**
The App [Car Mode \*root\*](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.warner.carmode) was able to terminate the car mode task so that I could use my phone normally again.
Upvotes: 0 |
2012/06/27 | 394 | 1,479 | <issue_start>username_0: How can I check to see if my (rooted) android device has a wireless card that supports either monitor mode or promiscuous mode?<issue_comment>username_1: Unfortunately you need root to be able to do that, despite you saying it, but thought it would be useful to leave that in here for others :)
All modern wireless ~~cards~~ chipsets ~~would~~ may have that feature to be able to sniff/monitor, but as <NAME> pointed out in the comments below, its a grey area in terms of driver support.
When you issue the binary command **ifconfig** there's a '*promisc*' switch to tell it to go into promiscuous mode to enable monitoring/sniffing.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Well if you are running Linux, any of these commands could do it for you. The first one should work, though, this one works for my phone.
Type these in the command prompt:
1. `iw phy` -- this is the one that tells you what modes your device can handle. Look for "supported interface modes". Mine says IBSS, Managed, AP etc. Does not say Monitor.)
2. ```
iw phy0
```
3. ```
iw wlan0
```
4. `iw eth` or `iw eth0` -- this is for a computer with "Wired" internet connection
If you don't know which one of these commands is right for your phone, computer or laptop, type in `iw dev` first and this will tell you what to follow `iw` with.
If you're new to Linux, consider these commands:
1. ```
man ifconfig
```
2. ```
man iwconfig
```
`man` is short for Manual.
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