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2014/08/15 | 513 | 2,040 | <issue_start>username_0: tl;dr: What is the hidden setting that tells the first-time-user-wizard to run? i just want to re-enable that flag so next time the phone boots it shows the new user wizard and UI hints.
A friend gave me his new nexus to install CM11 and a few applications.
To install those applications i created a bogus Google account, downloaded them from the store, configured and then removed my account.
now i want to give the phone back in a way that when it is powered on, it shows the create new account/enable Wifi/etc wizard.
I already tried wiping out data from "one time setup" system application, but that did nothing. Any other ideas?<issue_comment>username_1: did not find the solution. but found the 'good enough workaround'
1. delete all wifi you have saved
2. charge battery to maximum
3. remove account used to install everything
4. clear recent app history
5. delete the home screen app data.
6. open the new account setting
7. lock phone.
8. ship it
9. hope it arrives in less than 3 days which is what it took here to drain the battery :D
now when the phone is taken out of the box, it will have (almost) the same as the welcome screens as the phone is factory reseted, but will keep the apps installed. It will prompt for new/existing account, pair with wifi, and show all the home screen apps hints.
and i was spared the work of adding a few extra apps to the cyanogemMOD image and ship the phone 'factory' reseted. much easier that way :D
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: I had the opposite problem. I deleted OneTimeInit and SetupWizard and after a hard-reset my system was acting like in first time init screen:
* notification pull-down is unavailable
* recent screen is unavailable
* home button is unavailable
* limited power menu
So I had to set all those first boot flags manually.
Then, I found three of them, which solved my problem:
```
settings put global setup_wizard_has_run 1
settings put global device_provisioned 1
settings put secure user_setup_complete 1
```
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/15 | 415 | 1,586 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a backup program that will allow me to back up directly to my SD card in Kit Kat without an internet connection?
I currently am forced to back up to the internal storage {after clearing space} then copying to the SD card, then deleteing the copy on my internal storage. this wastes *much* time and effort. My phone storage is only 2.8GB free, but my SD card has 28.0GB free.<issue_comment>username_1: I'm not sure what you're wanting to back up, but most backup applications on the Play Store will do this for you. Examples are MyBackup Root, Titanium Backup, and Helium.
EDIT: Scratch that. As mentioned by Izzy in the comments below, you must be rooted for these apps to work, as there is a..."feature"...in Android 4.4 KitKat that prevents "rouge" SD Card access: [link](https://groups.google.com/forum/#!msg/android-platform/14VUiIgwUjY/UsxMYwu02z0J)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: KitKat all but broke any usefulness of SD cards. The solution is to export your backup to your PC. The sad thing is this is easier than using your SD card. Use a program like SnapPea or one of the many others like it.
To root most KitKat devices, you can download towelroot APK. Do a quick Google search for it. Go to settings, allow apps from other sources. I think it's in developer options, been a while since I needed it. Install with the Package installer. Open and click make it rain. Now you will either reboot and be rooted or nothing will happen. Install SuperSU. Update binaries, install BusyBox. Install your choice of backup apps.
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/16 | 475 | 1,836 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Nexus 5 phone and want to connect to my Samsung Smart TV (which supports AllShare).
How can I do this?
Thanks.
UPDATE: I tried again after updating my phone to Android 5.0 . but no luck to getting this work .<issue_comment>username_1: turn on allshare on the TV,
on the nexus go to settings / display / cast screen.
it will start searching for a display over the wifi network.
if both tv and phone are on the same wifi, the tv will show up.
select the tv from list, it will mirror the nexus screen.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: After you press cast screen, press 3 buttons in the upper right corner and check enable screen
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: I had the same problem and then I found an app called [Mirror](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.mirror) it allows you to mirror your android device screen to pretty much any streaming box or stick or smart TV with streaming capabilities like Samsung Smart TV's. You can even mirror to an Apple TV. With Mirror there is a bit of a delay from you doing something on your phone to it on the TV.
There is also an app called [AllCast](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.cast) for just streaming media like music, videos and movies that are on your phone or on one of the few media streaming websites that are available to stream within the app. These include: Twitch, Google+, Dropbox and Google Drive.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: This certainly solves the problem!
Go into your settings, go into WiFi, tap on the three dots in a vertical line to bring up the menu, select Advanced, then select Wi-Fi Frequency Band, once in there set it to 2.4GHz Only.
Then try your casting, if that doesn't work try setting it to 5GHz only.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/16 | 727 | 2,974 | <issue_start>username_0: While researching about malware analysis for Android, I found that there are few applications that were removed from the Google Play Store because they were found to be malware.
I guess Android Antivirus applications running on a smartphone detects that these applications are malware.
**Two cases:**
*Case: My guess is right:*
I am wondering how these antivirus applications can suspect an application whether that is a malware or not.
1. What are the parameters they use to justify that the suspected application is a malware?
2. How does a real-time antivirus like Avast or Avg (for Android) works on this?
(Any link regarding this would be helpful).
*Case: My guess is wrong:*
Now, if these antivirus applications don't detect any application as malware, then how come these applications are removed from the Play Store?
P.S. I was able to search only about the malware applications and I could not get the answer for my question as how they are detected. Any references would be much helpful.<issue_comment>username_1: Your guess is wrong. Anti-virus applications on Android are completely unrelated. There are two ways that Google finds and removes dodgy apps and malware from Google Play.
Reports by users
----------------
Every Play Store page has a "report" button. Google investigates apps that are reported, whether that's for copyright or trademark issues, violating their policy about content (e.g. pornography), for breaking their other policies (e.g. invasive ads, interfering with other apps), or for being malware or scams.
Automatic scans
---------------
Google Play now automatically scans apps that are added by developers, hoping to detect dodgy apps like these before they can hurt users or cause problems. For obvious reasons, Google doesn't disclose details of what kind of scans they perform or how the technology works.
If a user has a malware app and it's detected by an anti-virus program, the user might choose to report it to Google Play themselves (if the malware came from there), but that's the only part that anti-virus apps on smartphones play in the process.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: One approach [Dan's answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/79637/16575) does not cover is scanning the `.apk` file for known malicious libraries. This is the same way as [library checkers](https://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/network_admodules#group_443) use to show you which ad modules or other libraries an app is using: they unpack the `.apk` file of an app and scan the contents.
An example you can find described in my answer to [APK analyzer for Linux](https://softwarerecs.stackexchange.com/q/34987/185). What I've named there as `pkgname` actually is the "path name" of the library (Java apps/libraries are structured like that). If some library is used frequently or solely by malware, it indicates the app using it is likely or certain to be/contain malware.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/16 | 605 | 2,406 | <issue_start>username_0: I was wondering what has happened to my HTC One. Is it a hardware issue or an Android/software issue?
The screen has usually moved half way between when I enter and exit any app. Since a picture speaks a thousand words:
Notice in the picture/screenshot from my phone, that I have a partial view of both screens. That is strange and I am not sure what the problem is.<issue_comment>username_1: Your guess is wrong. Anti-virus applications on Android are completely unrelated. There are two ways that Google finds and removes dodgy apps and malware from Google Play.
Reports by users
----------------
Every Play Store page has a "report" button. Google investigates apps that are reported, whether that's for copyright or trademark issues, violating their policy about content (e.g. pornography), for breaking their other policies (e.g. invasive ads, interfering with other apps), or for being malware or scams.
Automatic scans
---------------
Google Play now automatically scans apps that are added by developers, hoping to detect dodgy apps like these before they can hurt users or cause problems. For obvious reasons, Google doesn't disclose details of what kind of scans they perform or how the technology works.
If a user has a malware app and it's detected by an anti-virus program, the user might choose to report it to Google Play themselves (if the malware came from there), but that's the only part that anti-virus apps on smartphones play in the process.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: One approach [Dan's answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/79637/16575) does not cover is scanning the `.apk` file for known malicious libraries. This is the same way as [library checkers](https://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/network_admodules#group_443) use to show you which ad modules or other libraries an app is using: they unpack the `.apk` file of an app and scan the contents.
An example you can find described in my answer to [APK analyzer for Linux](https://softwarerecs.stackexchange.com/q/34987/185). What I've named there as `pkgname` actually is the "path name" of the library (Java apps/libraries are structured like that). If some library is used frequently or solely by malware, it indicates the app using it is likely or certain to be/contain malware.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/16 | 945 | 3,512 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to copy an .apk to a non-rooted galaxy s4 mini both though `adb install` (with development mode on) and through windows explorer and in both cases it hangs on uploading the apk.
Is there a way to change this to allow uploading apks? Only rooting?
(An obvious workaround is to copy apks over dropbox but ideally I want to be able to use `adb install` for debugging my apks)
**Edit:**
I have `unknown sources` allowed, I've a couple of apps I've installed by downloading the APKs bypassing Google Play
I've tried with a couple of APKs with the same result. I've successfully installed the same APKs by sharing them via Dropbox and installing on the phone from a file explorer
I'm on windows but the same `adb` executable works fine with my Kindle Fire (rooted) tablet installing the same APK without a problem
`adb install application.apk` just hangs for a while until I terminate it
Occasionally after I terminate it and try to restart it would give me the following:
```
error: protocol fault (no status)
error: protocol fault (no status)
error: device not found
- waiting for device -
rm failed for /data/local/tmp/application.apk, No such file or directory
```
Then `adb install application.apk` hangs again when restarted.
The phone is recognized with `adb devices`
I cannot check if I have `/data/app-lib/application` or `/data/data/applicaiton.apk` as I don't have root access (I can navigate around with `adb shell` but get access denied trying to `ls` contents of `/data/app-lib` and `/data/data`), but I think this is unlikely (I've tried with APKs I've never had installed on the phone before)
`adb install -r application.apk` and `adb install -s application.apk` hang the same way as `adb install application.apk`
`adb push application.apk /sdcard` gives me `protocol failure`
Installing from sdcard with a file explorer (for apks previously downloaded from the internet) does work but I would like to be able to install and debug them with `adb` (through Android Studio)<issue_comment>username_1: First, do you have `unknown sources` checked under `Settings --> Security`???
Also, have you tried another APK? If it is one you, or someone else developed you may need to uncheck `Verify Apps` in that same spot.
Second, do you only have windows? I don't know about permissions on Windows, but Linux requires sudo adb install or adb install as root user... actually any use of adb requires root or sudo permissions.
Second, does it just say failure? Does it say permission denied? Have you ever had that app installed before?
>
> **adb install application.apk**
>
>
>
will give a failure response if you have a left over **/data/app-lib/application** folder or **/data/data/application** folder, or if you copied the apk to **/data/app** first without installing it, and then try to install it with adb, because the place is taken up already.
If that is the case try (reinstall flag):
>
> **adb install -r application.apk**
>
>
>
You should also try (install to sdcard flag):
>
> **adb install -s application.apk**
>
>
>
or last:
>
> **adb push application.apk /sdcard**
>
>
>
and then install from sdcard with a file explorer, or package installer.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I also had the same problem. Try doing this:
First, try pushing the apk package to sdcard:
```
adb push test.apk /sdcard/
```
Then, install the apk from sdcard:
```
adb shell pm install /sdcard/test.apk
```
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/16 | 504 | 1,818 | <issue_start>username_0: I use my sd to watch movies, everything was working fine, suddenly every time I reboot my tab the deleted files are back in the sd card.
I tried to format and still same issue, the deleted files are always coming back.
I tried many apps, they seems to delete the files, but if I reboot or format the sd they come back.<issue_comment>username_1: First, do you have `unknown sources` checked under `Settings --> Security`???
Also, have you tried another APK? If it is one you, or someone else developed you may need to uncheck `Verify Apps` in that same spot.
Second, do you only have windows? I don't know about permissions on Windows, but Linux requires sudo adb install or adb install as root user... actually any use of adb requires root or sudo permissions.
Second, does it just say failure? Does it say permission denied? Have you ever had that app installed before?
>
> **adb install application.apk**
>
>
>
will give a failure response if you have a left over **/data/app-lib/application** folder or **/data/data/application** folder, or if you copied the apk to **/data/app** first without installing it, and then try to install it with adb, because the place is taken up already.
If that is the case try (reinstall flag):
>
> **adb install -r application.apk**
>
>
>
You should also try (install to sdcard flag):
>
> **adb install -s application.apk**
>
>
>
or last:
>
> **adb push application.apk /sdcard**
>
>
>
and then install from sdcard with a file explorer, or package installer.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I also had the same problem. Try doing this:
First, try pushing the apk package to sdcard:
```
adb push test.apk /sdcard/
```
Then, install the apk from sdcard:
```
adb shell pm install /sdcard/test.apk
```
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/16 | 672 | 2,933 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently switched to the Galaxy S5 and am encountering what I can only think to describe as cross-contamination of my auto suggest dictionary. I use multiple languages every day, and so the first thing I did when I set up my new phone was to install the German, Turkish, and Spanish keyboards (stock keyboards, not third-party apps).
As a result, now when I type in English on the English keyboard, I get auto suggestions based on the other languages installed.
For example:
>
> for -> för
>
> I (capital i) -> İ
>
> Ask -> aşk
>
>
>
It is almost as if there is a single dictionary that now contains entries for all languages, regardless of which keyboard is selected.
So, is there any way to prevent this "cross-contamination"?<issue_comment>username_1: While not as complete of an answer as I'd like, I was able to improve my typing experience vastly by doing the following:
First, it is important to understand the difference between auto-correct (or auto-replace, as it is known in the settings) and predictive text. Predictive text, when enabled, is what is shown in the black bar above the keyboard. Auto-replace automatically replaces whatever string you've typed with the most probable string pulled from a dictionary file.
**Instructions:**
By going into my keyboard settings and enabling predictive text **AND** auto-replace for **ALL** installed input languages I was able to greatly improve the function of the keyboard. For whatever reason, it would seem that unless auto-replace is enabled for all languages, the probability algorithm doesn't effectively limit it's results to the current input language.
I tested English, German, Turkish and Spanish and was able to receive useful predictions and auto-replacements for each language.
That said, it isn't a perfect solution. Text predictions at the beginning of a sentence are more likely to contain unhelpful suggestions (probably due to limited data fed into the prediction algorithm), and intruders do still occasionally make their way to the front of the auto-correct list.
For this reason, it's probably important to absolutely avoid lazily entering text in a language other than the currently selected keyboard in order not to muddle up the predictions.
**Notes:**
It is still unclear to me how the dictionaries are actually stored on the device, so hopefully a more in-the-know user can provide a more satisfactory answer in the future. From the observations I've made, it would seem that a single, combined - language dictionary file is being used.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I guess yes there is a way to prevent this cross contamination, head over the Settings>Application manager>Choose Samsung Keyboard>Clear the Data stored by the application and it will reset back all the suggestion to back in the time you first used your device. See if that can be of any use.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/17 | 722 | 3,197 | <issue_start>username_0: recently my phone has started installing invisible apps without my permission.
I have three different security programs, and at random times they will pop up in the notification bar with " scanning installed app ". even though I didn't tell it t do that.
at the end, there is no actual app there, so wtf installed?
I'm not sure if it's some virus installing invisible apps, or if it is Google performing unpermissive updates, but I have told Google I do not want it to auto update and it's trying to do it anyway.
I know that whatever this is, it has something to do with Google Play because. have a firewall.
I have told my firewall to block anything from the google services framework and as long as the firewall is on it won't do this.
however, if I turn off the firewall, it goes nuts. trying to auto update, and install all kinds of unwanted garbage.
what can I do? can I just uninstall play store?
Samsung Sch- i110 \* rooted
2.36 Gingerbread
Avast! mobile security \* firewall
Malwarebytes Anti- malware<issue_comment>username_1: While not as complete of an answer as I'd like, I was able to improve my typing experience vastly by doing the following:
First, it is important to understand the difference between auto-correct (or auto-replace, as it is known in the settings) and predictive text. Predictive text, when enabled, is what is shown in the black bar above the keyboard. Auto-replace automatically replaces whatever string you've typed with the most probable string pulled from a dictionary file.
**Instructions:**
By going into my keyboard settings and enabling predictive text **AND** auto-replace for **ALL** installed input languages I was able to greatly improve the function of the keyboard. For whatever reason, it would seem that unless auto-replace is enabled for all languages, the probability algorithm doesn't effectively limit it's results to the current input language.
I tested English, German, Turkish and Spanish and was able to receive useful predictions and auto-replacements for each language.
That said, it isn't a perfect solution. Text predictions at the beginning of a sentence are more likely to contain unhelpful suggestions (probably due to limited data fed into the prediction algorithm), and intruders do still occasionally make their way to the front of the auto-correct list.
For this reason, it's probably important to absolutely avoid lazily entering text in a language other than the currently selected keyboard in order not to muddle up the predictions.
**Notes:**
It is still unclear to me how the dictionaries are actually stored on the device, so hopefully a more in-the-know user can provide a more satisfactory answer in the future. From the observations I've made, it would seem that a single, combined - language dictionary file is being used.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I guess yes there is a way to prevent this cross contamination, head over the Settings>Application manager>Choose Samsung Keyboard>Clear the Data stored by the application and it will reset back all the suggestion to back in the time you first used your device. See if that can be of any use.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/17 | 515 | 2,344 | <issue_start>username_0: I have little internal storage of my Android device; How can I make Google Play Books store the ebooks to external storage?
I use Sony Xperia M (4.3 JB version).<issue_comment>username_1: While not as complete of an answer as I'd like, I was able to improve my typing experience vastly by doing the following:
First, it is important to understand the difference between auto-correct (or auto-replace, as it is known in the settings) and predictive text. Predictive text, when enabled, is what is shown in the black bar above the keyboard. Auto-replace automatically replaces whatever string you've typed with the most probable string pulled from a dictionary file.
**Instructions:**
By going into my keyboard settings and enabling predictive text **AND** auto-replace for **ALL** installed input languages I was able to greatly improve the function of the keyboard. For whatever reason, it would seem that unless auto-replace is enabled for all languages, the probability algorithm doesn't effectively limit it's results to the current input language.
I tested English, German, Turkish and Spanish and was able to receive useful predictions and auto-replacements for each language.
That said, it isn't a perfect solution. Text predictions at the beginning of a sentence are more likely to contain unhelpful suggestions (probably due to limited data fed into the prediction algorithm), and intruders do still occasionally make their way to the front of the auto-correct list.
For this reason, it's probably important to absolutely avoid lazily entering text in a language other than the currently selected keyboard in order not to muddle up the predictions.
**Notes:**
It is still unclear to me how the dictionaries are actually stored on the device, so hopefully a more in-the-know user can provide a more satisfactory answer in the future. From the observations I've made, it would seem that a single, combined - language dictionary file is being used.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I guess yes there is a way to prevent this cross contamination, head over the Settings>Application manager>Choose Samsung Keyboard>Clear the Data stored by the application and it will reset back all the suggestion to back in the time you first used your device. See if that can be of any use.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/17 | 1,163 | 4,502 | <issue_start>username_0: Android 4.2.2 update fails on my Alcatel One Touch Idol S . The hardware is hardly the issue since it worked smoothly on my wife's phone which is exactly the
same model.
Specifically, Android installed version is 4.2.2/01001 . The update has the
exactly same version number (but there are real differences after the update
on my wife's phone, new features).
I did nothing specific before attempting to upgrade besides installing applications, the phone is not rooted.
I can download the update. When I press the install button, my phone restarts,
but after a few seconds I got the message
>
> Finding update package ...
>
> Installation aborted
>
> Error !
>
>
>
with a picture of a broken android and on the top
>
> Android system recovery
>
>
>
with the following choices
* reboot system now
* apply update from ADB
* wipe data /factory reset
* wipe cache partition
* apply update from storage
* fota status operation
What shall I do? I tried wipe cache partition, with no success. The only
difference I can see with my wife's phone is that mine is equipped with a
micro sd card.
p.s.: I have seen
[Update to Android 4.0.4 fails](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/37059/update-to-android-4-0-4-fails)
but this is *not* a duplicate.<issue_comment>username_1: If you don't mind **factory reset/wipe** the phone and try updating again (back-up data before doing so). It should do the trick. But before trying above method, also try this because I doubt that the device is lacking memory resources on both SD card & internal memory. Try to make some free space in internal memory/external memory (400 MB-500 MB must be suffice).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Going by the error message which the device is giving conveys that the Android update has crashed midway. This crash during the update is possible due to loss of network connection or the device booted during the update.
As the update has crashed you will not be able to update your phone even if your place an SD card or not because the Operating System of ay android version irrespective of the hardware is always installed on your on board storage space but not on the SD card.
The only possible solution for your crashed update is
First you need to do a factory reset. Doing a factory reset will completely wipe our memory and will retain your device as it was in the start when you purchased it.
Before going ahead with the factory reset please be sure that you are ready to wipe your data and have a Backup present with you.
After doing the reset make sure your device is completely charged and have a Good connection to the internet. If you do not have any one of the above then you could again face the same issue and to the max may not be able to use the device in severe cases.
Once both are achieved you should be able to easily update your device
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: It may be a firmware upgrade(firware over the air fota). There is a fota app. Go to apps in Settings. Click on clear data for fota app. Check for update again.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Have you tried doing the update from your PC instead? You can download the [Mobile Upgrade](http://www.alcatelonetouch.com/global-en/support/download/one_touch_idols.html) software and connect your device to your PC to perform the update.
>
> Launch the tool and update your phone by following the step by step instructions (refer to the User Guide provided together with the tool). Your phone’s software will now have the latest software.
>
>
>
Note that this will wipe your device according to the user manual which also recommends using the One Touch Center software to backup/restore your personal information
>
> All personal information will be permanently lost following the update process. We recommend you backup your personal data using ONE TOUCH Center before upgrading.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: Your update package has expired. You need to root your Android device (you can root it with Kingo Android ROOT). Then, you can flash a custom ROM with your PC with [Smart Phone Flash Tool](http://androidxda.com/smart-phone-flash-tool)
You will also need:
1. [Kingo Android ROOT](http://www.kingoapp.com/android-root.htm) (this is a PC software)
2. [ADB driver installer](http://adbdriver.com/downloads/) (PC software)
3. Custom ROM (I recommend KitKat 4.4.4 or Lollipop 5.0)
These all software are free and support all PCs
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/17 | 1,013 | 3,683 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Micromax Canvas Juice A177. Because it has a very small internal memory, I tried to swap the external SD with internal SD.
What I did
----------
I rooted my phone and then I installed ES File Explorer, then I edited the `/etc/vold.fstab` file and replaced sdcard0 with sdcard1 and sdcard1 with sdcard0. Then I reboot my phone .
What happened
-------------
I checked the storage and my phone storage was changed to SD card but total memory was still 700mb (as it was before). I then edited the vold.fstab file once again.
After that, when I checked the storage it showed as:
```
PHONE STORAGE
________________
SD CARD
________________
Mount SD card
Insert an SD card for mounting
```
I had my SD card inserted, but it still said "Insert an SD card for mounting". When I opened the File Manager it was showing an empty folder (no phone storage, no SD card). Then I performed a factory reset.
The situation now
-----------------
Phone Storage is showing the same thing (file manager as well). All the installed apps are deleted ,only the system apps are present with SuperSU. I don't have phone storage (only internal storage) and the external SD card is not working.
When I connected my phone to my PC using a USB cable, it is not showing the phone memory.
As you can see I have probably destroyed my phone, and I may not get any benefit from the warranty because I've rooted it. Is there any possible way to get my phone back to its previous state? I tried some tips from the Internet to connect via USB debugging with the Android SDK but it didn't work.<issue_comment>username_1: First of all you should download the stock ROM:
[XDA Forum - Micromax Canvas Juice A77 [Root, Recovery, Roms, Etc][MTK6572]](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=49018875&postcount=3)
After that, if you only changed that file, you can extract it from stock rom and replace it in your phone (check to assign the right permissions), factory reset and your phone should work again.
If it's still not working you can flash the whole ROM.
BTW Factory Reset only resets your /data partition it doesn't change /system because that's not supposed to change at all, so factory reset will never restore files in /system. It's always better to backup the original files before you change anything.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Try this modded `vold.fstab`. Do not delete the file, instead copy & paste the content with this, then reboot the device.
```
## Vold 2.0 Generic fstab
## - <NAME> (<EMAIL>)
##
#######################
## Regular device mount
##
## Format: dev_mount
## label - Label for the volume
## mount\_point - Where the volume will be mounted
## part - Partition # (1 based), or 'auto' for first usable partition.
## - List of sysfs paths to source devices
######################
## Example of a standard sdcard mount for the emulator / Dream
# Mounts the first usable partition of the specified device
dev\_mount sdcard /storage/sdcard1 emmc@fat /devices/platform/goldfish\_mmc.0 /devices/platform/mtk-msdc.0/mmc\_host
dev\_mount sdcard2 /storage/sdcard0 auto /devices/platform/goldfish\_mmc.1 /devices/platform/mtk-msdc.1/mmc\_host
## Example of a dual card setup
# dev\_mount left\_sdcard /mnt/sdcard0 auto /devices/platform/goldfish\_mmc.0 /devices/platform/mtk-sd.0/mmc\_host/mmc0
# dev\_mount right\_sdcard /mnt/sdcard2 auto /devices/platform/goldfish\_mmc.1 /devices/platform/mtk-sd.2/mmc\_host/mmc2
## Example of specifying a specific partition for mounts
# dev\_mount sdcard /mnt/sdcard 2 /devices/platform/goldfish\_mmc.0 /devices/platform/msm\_sdcc.2/mmc\_host/mmc1
```
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/17 | 814 | 3,311 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm fighting with the exchange services on my Samsung Galaxy S4. They can render the phone unusable, draining even 40-50% of battery during the day. I've deactivated the Exchange account mail synchronization, and I'm constatly killing the app when I notice it's running, but it keeps respawning which is extremally annoying. And if I don't notice, I can find myself out outside without battery power to do other things I need.
Is there a way to permanently disable the exchange services, or even completely remove it from the device?<issue_comment>username_1: First try clearing the app data of the stock email app in settings->apps, if that doesn't work:
If you go to settings->apps again and click on the stock email app (not gmail) then click disable, that should do the trick.
However:
If you still have a non-gmail email you could try lowering the sync frequency from push to every 30 mins.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: You need to root your phone to permanently uninstall it.
After you have rooted your device, you can use a application "Titanium Backup" to uninstall those useless application that come along with the phone.
Advice: make a copy of backup first. In case you find that you need the application after you uninstall it.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/h30nb.png)
Click image for larger version
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Sure. It's super easy and worth freezing that app. Open App Info and tap on "Disable".
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: you might try clearing the caches from recovery. that seems to help slow down for me.
1. power down the device
2. press and hold vol up + home + power until you enter recovery mode.
3. press vol down until "wipe cache partition" is highlighted, then press power to select.
4. let recovery wipe and format the cache partition.
5. then select "reboot system now" to boot back into android.
hopefully that helps. exchange services handles account data for google, facebook, etc. removing or disabling it can cause system instability.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: I'm not sure how much Samsung has diverged from stock Android, but on my Android 5.1 device, I can disable Exchange Services by going to Settings → Apps → All tab → Exchange Services → Disable.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: I discovered this thread just today and want to say that:
Whenever Exchange or EAS/Activesync causes the battery drain, it seems to be the notes and tasks that are causing the problem. It happened with stock exchange app when Tasks was synced, and also happened with "Nine - Exchange for Android" when Notes was synced.
Also, Google version of exchange email, downloadable from APK downloading websites, does the same with Tasks synced.
None of the apps had battery issue when only Email, Calendar, and Contacts were synced.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: Go to settings, apps, open exchange services, uninstall
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_8: Go to the "Application manager",
Select the "Change system settings"(three spots at the right top corner) in there,
Select "Show System Apps"(three spots at the right top corner) in there,
Find the "Exchange services" on the lists and set the mode to OFF
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/17 | 311 | 1,158 | <issue_start>username_0: I was trying to find the setting to disable the wallpaper on my Android phone.
I've found some suggestion which suggest to make a fake black png or something like that, but it's going around the problem instead of solving it. Technically, it's still a wallpaper, and I don't want to have any...
How to set **not** to use wallpaper on Android? There must be some way, even on Windows it's possible...
I'm using Samsung Galaxy S4<issue_comment>username_1: I found the easiest way to do this was with the application [Color Wallpaper](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ellipselab.android.colorwallpaper). All the possible colors selectable from a menu, and i haven't changed the color in months. You can set it and forget it. Even uninstall after setting, if that is your wish.
Disclaimer: I am not the developer of this application, just a satified user - for years.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Came across another cool app, it's called [Hexa Time](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.priyesh.hexatime&referrer=utm_source%3D42matters.com%26utm_medium%3DWidgetWeb). You can try it.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/17 | 280 | 1,035 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm looking to mount a cheap 7" android on my wall to display current tasks, events and household requirements.
Does android 4.2 have a built-in tool that can download a file from a server every 5 minutes and display it on screen?
I know it must have rsync but I'm not sure about the displaying information<issue_comment>username_1: I found the easiest way to do this was with the application [Color Wallpaper](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ellipselab.android.colorwallpaper). All the possible colors selectable from a menu, and i haven't changed the color in months. You can set it and forget it. Even uninstall after setting, if that is your wish.
Disclaimer: I am not the developer of this application, just a satified user - for years.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Came across another cool app, it's called [Hexa Time](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.priyesh.hexatime&referrer=utm_source%3D42matters.com%26utm_medium%3DWidgetWeb). You can try it.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/17 | 395 | 1,425 | <issue_start>username_0: I am looking for the fastest solution to transfer many small files really fast to my PC from my Android powered phone. For example I would like to transfer 100x5KB data in a second. Is there a way if I use SSD and I have min. 50MB/s internet with 10-40ms ping (I know ping is very important). Also, no cables can be used. So it must be wireless.
I already thought of
* Network file sharing but I think it is not that fast (via WiFi)
* Bluetooth (very very slow)
* Pipe/Socket (don't really know how fast it is)
I will possibly need to transfer XML files and there will be about max. 5 meters between the PC and the mobile device.
Is there a fast way that can be handled with Java?
Thank you!<issue_comment>username_1: I found the easiest way to do this was with the application [Color Wallpaper](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ellipselab.android.colorwallpaper). All the possible colors selectable from a menu, and i haven't changed the color in months. You can set it and forget it. Even uninstall after setting, if that is your wish.
Disclaimer: I am not the developer of this application, just a satified user - for years.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Came across another cool app, it's called [Hexa Time](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.priyesh.hexatime&referrer=utm_source%3D42matters.com%26utm_medium%3DWidgetWeb). You can try it.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/18 | 842 | 3,392 | <issue_start>username_0: Dunno if this is a proper question to ask here, my problem is about the storage of my android on the internal memory. I have 16gigs of sd card, 16 gigs internal storage as well, but I am seeing this on my android's storage settings:
It looks so weird and I cant install apps, even though I choose sdcard for storage/installation location.
The brand is Coolpad 8903, possibly not on sale anywhere out of China, but this looks like os issue i suppose...
anyone knows how to fix this problem so i can free some storage?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, there isn't many option available for you, can either root your device and install some other custom ROM over your device which may be less bulky, or you can try removing more application to free up some more space out of your device. Now rest I'll leave it to you !
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: That device is partitioned very oddly. It looks like they took 4GB and left it to device storage, and then the other 12GB are partitioned for an internal SD card.
That's about the correct size that the Android system would be using - but what is troubling is that they only left ~1GB or so for user-installable applications. I doubt there are any ROMs or recoveries available for your device, so I think the best solution would be to move as many applications as you can over to your SD card, therefore freeing up space to download more (and then subsequently move them as well).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Your best solution would be to "root" your device (See [here](http://lifehacker.com/5789397/the-always-up-to-date-guide-to-rooting-any-android-phone) if you don't know what rooting is). Basically "rooting" your phone will give you permission to do anything on your phone. You might find it strange but currently, you are not allowed to do many things with your phone even if you own it :)
Anyways, getting back to the point. You can do the following things to make life easier for you:-
1. Remove some of the pre-installed applications which you don't use:- After rooting, you will be able to remove pre-installed applications. Remove all of them which you don't use. You can use [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup&hl=en) for this purpose.
2. Integrate update of pre-installed apps:- Some of these pre-installed applications (including Google applications such as Gmail, Play Store, Chrome, etc.) receive an update at a later point of time. When they get updated, their old version doesn't get removed. They are still taking up space. After rooting you will be able to integrate the update so that older copies get actually replaced by new versions. You can use same Titanium Backup for this also.
3. Move as many apps as possible to SD card:- After rooting, you will be able to move any application to sd card. Again, Titanium backup to your help.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: As I have tried and succeeded this method, am giving you a suggestion with my experience. All the applications you installed, may be moved to SD card, but 75-80% of the app data will remain in the phone itself. Maximum part of the app will be in phone memory. Try to uninstall the unwanted applications, even though if you have moved to SD card.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/18 | 1,231 | 4,630 | <issue_start>username_0: My Galaxy Tablet 10.1 has almost 14 GB of storage. Currently, it's about 13.5 GB full of stuff, but I have no idea what. Recently, when I have tried to install some apps, I get an error saying there is not enough space.
I have tried to clear out all unneeded apps, and cleared the data from apps I do have. For example, the Firefox app had the most data, at about 100 MB, so I cleared it out, but the difference was negligible. All my downloaded apps combined are nowhere near 1GB in total.
My device is rooted, and I have ES File explorer, so I went looking to see if there were any log files taking up space, but after extensive searches, I can't find any log files more than a few kilobytes in size.
I can't figure out what is taking up all the space on my tablet. How can I clean it up?<issue_comment>username_1: If you go to storage in settings, you can see a basic breakdown, I'm guessing apps wont be the biggest, however look to see if pictures and videos; audio; downloads; cache or misc. is taking up a lot of space and click on the relevant entry to have further actions (clearing cache, deleting downloads, etc..).
If this option isn't available in settings (it is in aosp, but may not be in touchwiz), try searching the play store for a comparable app (see @user284oo6).
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Clear the cache in settings >> storage then try. Sometimes Google Play will stop apps from installing when you have low space but if you clear your cache then you should be crime until you have to clear it again or when you actually run our of space.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: If nothing helps, please consider your deleted items might went to **Trash** so you thought you delete some files, but those are moved to Trash on your Android device. To clean your Trash and set nothing goes there or choose the holding duration:
To check the Trash on your Android device:
>
> 1. Go to **Gallery**
> 2. Click on three dots on top-right corner
> 3. Click on **Trash**
> 4. Click on **Empty** on top-right corner
> 5. On pop-up section, click on **Empty Trash** with some items will be permanently deleted. (Be sure if you want to delete them really)
>
>
>
To set **Trash** duration to delay the delete procedure:
>
> 1. Go to **Gallery**
> 2. Click on three dots on top-right corner
> 3. Click on **Setting**
> 4. Advanced > Trash > de-activate as gray color (Keep for 15 days e.t.c.)
> 5. Turn off Trash, all set.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: I found large unnecessary files in:
[...MyName]\Android\obb\com.ea.game.nfs14\_row - there were two large files each almost 1 GB [such like main.1420.com.ea.game.nfs14\_row.obb ]
Did it by connecting tablet to computer, and checking all hidden files. At first tried clear cache, clear big files (audio, video) but nothing helped. Even did not understand which files take such size because system shows little app size. Blame my five year old for installing and reinstalling too much apps :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: **The entire Android System is extremely Storage Intensive.**
When trying to understand the seriousness of the dilemma, you must investigate how Android takes up so much compared to other operating systems.
Let's begin by looking at the very first stage of Android - Booting.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/yqbvr.png)
Here we can see that the Entire Animation on Start-up is actually a ZIP folder filled with Images - if you compare this to Windows using a simple BMP image - you'll start to see how the simple boot animation can take over 100 times the space requirements.
NOW we'll look at a single applications images,
Each APK file has every image it needs inside the RES folder of the source - this RES folder seperates all Screen Sizes on Different platforms
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/7RofF.png)
As you can see, Android uses a seperate folder of images for every single screen size - comparing this to other software platforms, you can see that this takes about 14 times the space compared to Resizing Larger images with scaling.
This is built-in as the default programming option, however you can just resize the images in runtime.
THESE 2 Examples should bring light to the way Android handles storage space requirements.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_6: You can take backup and erase data. When I did this on android 10. It free up around 4 Gb.
You can backup WhatsApp and photo on google. You can get free space.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/18 | 405 | 1,545 | <issue_start>username_0: My Moto G MTP is not working in windows xp for any files transfer from pc to device. I tested the same device on Windows 7 and ubuntu, and it worked like a charm . Does Windows XP needs any special drivers to detect the device MTP ?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, I guess the drivers need to be installed, why don't you try connecting your PC with the internet and then try connection you device. If it still doesn't works then I couldn't say much about it but I think the problem may lies because Microsoft has take down support with the XP. So, I think that may be the reason behind !
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: You may try this:
1. Go to `Run` and type `gpedit.msc` and hit `OK`.
2. Go to `Administrative template` under `Computer Configuration`. Then `Custom Policy setting` and select `Click on Restrict Drives`.
3. Double-click on Disable USB Removable Drives .
4. Select Disable for Allow to USB Removable drives and click `OK`.
Now go to `Run` again and type `regdit` and hit `OK`.
1. Navigate to the following registry path:
`HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\UsbStor`
2. Click on USBStor , then Click on Start in the Right Panel.
3. Type `3` in Value data Box , and click on `Hexadecimal` , then click ok
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: The MTP driver was bundled with Windows Media Player 11 on Windows XP. To get Media Player 11, you must download it from the Microsoft site here: <http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/download-windows-media-player>
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/18 | 369 | 1,470 | <issue_start>username_0: I have been seeing recently that DropBox opens PDF files stored in it through its own reader. I would like to open all my PDF files through Adobe, no matter where their location is. I do not want to use this extra functionality provided by DropBox.
How can I disable this option in DropBox? I could not find any option to disable PDF viewing. Is it a feature that must be added in future by DropBox?<issue_comment>username_1: I don't think the built-in PDF support can be disabled. I would suggest exporting and downloading the file instead, so that you can open it with and PDF reader of your choice.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Open in the previewer in dropbox then click the screen to reveal the bottom menu, click the 3 dots in the bottom right and select open with..... then select your choice app.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: In Dropbox, next to your `file.pdf` there is an arrow button (on the right), click on it and a menu will appear with options :
* `Share`, `Add to favorites`, `Delete` and `More`.
Click on `More` and then it will display the options :
* `Rename`, `Move`, `Open with` and `Export`.
Click on `Open with` and just select the application you want your `file.pdf` to open with.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: 1. Install Adobe Reader app.
2. Add your Dropbox account in the Adobe Reader app.
3. Open your Dropbox folders and files from the Adobe Reader app.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/18 | 571 | 2,062 | <issue_start>username_0: I've recently installed cm11 (plain CyanogenMod) and the battery indicator showed 1% after a full charge and would not budge. I decided, 10 minutes later, to wipe and go to another ROM, maybe try a new one. I did so, changing everything including the kernel - and the battery stays the same at 1%. The only thing I have not tried is leaving the phone to die, giving it a funeral and a tombstone and doing the "charge trick" but I've heard it's also a myth. Can somebody please help me avoid a broken phone?
And also, just in case: Phone model is ST18i Xperia Ray. Warranty voided due to rooting :(<issue_comment>username_1: Try Those Steps
```
How to wipe Battery Stats?
1. charging the battery FULLY (Since you dont know just charge it for a day and half to make sure its full)
2. boot device to CWM Recovery
3. advanced/Wipe Battery Stats
4. reboot device
5. don't charge the device until the battery still turns off your device because it empty (do not drain with heavy apps like video streaming ect.)
6. now again FULLY charge without interruption
7. Have fun ^^
```
[Source](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1517044)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I think username_1's answer is all you need. But I thought I'd add some information for people without CWM or with a version that can't delete the Battery Stats for some reason (as you had this concern initially yourself).
This can also be done less elegantly via [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'")
Firstly ensure your device is **FULLY CHARGED**. **Do not do the below without charging fully!**
1. Reboot your phone into recovery.
2. Mount /system and /data in the partitions menu.
3. Open up a cmd prompt:
adb pull /data/system/batterystats.bin batterystats.bin
This command save the batterystats.bin in the same directory as your adb.
4. Run:
adb shell
5. And finally:
rm /data/system/batterystats.bin
This removes the entire battery stats file from the device. It will be rebuilt on reboot.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/19 | 465 | 1,688 | <issue_start>username_0: Questions explains it all. I don't use any kind of lock screen on my phone. A home screen appears directly if I wake up the screen. So what's better? Using lock screen or not using it.
*Note - Security is not my concern.*<issue_comment>username_1: Try Those Steps
```
How to wipe Battery Stats?
1. charging the battery FULLY (Since you dont know just charge it for a day and half to make sure its full)
2. boot device to CWM Recovery
3. advanced/Wipe Battery Stats
4. reboot device
5. don't charge the device until the battery still turns off your device because it empty (do not drain with heavy apps like video streaming ect.)
6. now again FULLY charge without interruption
7. Have fun ^^
```
[Source](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1517044)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I think username_1's answer is all you need. But I thought I'd add some information for people without CWM or with a version that can't delete the Battery Stats for some reason (as you had this concern initially yourself).
This can also be done less elegantly via [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'")
Firstly ensure your device is **FULLY CHARGED**. **Do not do the below without charging fully!**
1. Reboot your phone into recovery.
2. Mount /system and /data in the partitions menu.
3. Open up a cmd prompt:
adb pull /data/system/batterystats.bin batterystats.bin
This command save the batterystats.bin in the same directory as your adb.
4. Run:
adb shell
5. And finally:
rm /data/system/batterystats.bin
This removes the entire battery stats file from the device. It will be rebuilt on reboot.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/19 | 644 | 2,410 | <issue_start>username_0: Today morning after a long taxi ride (I am travelling this week, personal vacation), I took my phone from my pocket and it seemed to be turned off. I switched it on and the phone started up as it was the first time.
All my settings, config, apps, widgets were gone. I think the phone was factory reset. Not sure if it was locally (accidental click in settings?) or may be remotely. (The phone *was* fine earlier in the morning).
I tried to get the data from my Google account backup (which I remember setting up when I got this phone) but I could not (no 'Restore' option was enabled in settings. But that would be a different question).
I had to manually (painfully) set up things again. All my photos are backed up to google and I think I can get them back. Same for apps, most of the should have data on the cloud somewhere.
Is there a way to know what happened?
I have a HTC one (M7), and use Google for most services including backups.<issue_comment>username_1: Try Those Steps
```
How to wipe Battery Stats?
1. charging the battery FULLY (Since you dont know just charge it for a day and half to make sure its full)
2. boot device to CWM Recovery
3. advanced/Wipe Battery Stats
4. reboot device
5. don't charge the device until the battery still turns off your device because it empty (do not drain with heavy apps like video streaming ect.)
6. now again FULLY charge without interruption
7. Have fun ^^
```
[Source](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1517044)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I think username_1's answer is all you need. But I thought I'd add some information for people without CWM or with a version that can't delete the Battery Stats for some reason (as you had this concern initially yourself).
This can also be done less elegantly via [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'")
Firstly ensure your device is **FULLY CHARGED**. **Do not do the below without charging fully!**
1. Reboot your phone into recovery.
2. Mount /system and /data in the partitions menu.
3. Open up a cmd prompt:
adb pull /data/system/batterystats.bin batterystats.bin
This command save the batterystats.bin in the same directory as your adb.
4. Run:
adb shell
5. And finally:
rm /data/system/batterystats.bin
This removes the entire battery stats file from the device. It will be rebuilt on reboot.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/19 | 655 | 2,114 | <issue_start>username_0: I intend to block a number that is in my contact list.
Unfortunately I can't find any option to block it. I was told that I should add it to some Reject list.
When I open the contact and press Menu, I see only 4 options:
* Modify
* Send contact
* Delete contact
* Set as default
Where should I add it to the reject list?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, let us try doing this again,
1. Pickup your Sony Xperia J,
2. Open the contact page
3. Select number from the list (i.e. the number you want to blacklist)
4. Press Menu key
5. Add to reject list.
All done I think you are going somewhere wrong, it has to be there ! Let me know if you find it out !
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: There's an app called [Truecaller](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.truecaller&hl=en) I think to do this job. You can find it also by typing its name into the search field on the Google Play Store.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Shockingly, you can't block calls with Xperia phones.
>
> Unfortunately it's not possible to do this without installing any 3rd party software. I know that Truecaller has this function if you want to use a 3rd party app.
>
>
>
Source: [official Sony forum](http://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperia-Z1-Z1s/How-to-block-someones-call-and-sms-on-ma-xperia-z1/m-p/799031#M32118)
You need to download 3rd party softwares that are mentioned earlier:
[TrueCaller](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.truecaller&hl=en)
[Calls Blacklist](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vladlee.easyblacklist&hl=en)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: I found the best way to do it:
1. Go to the contact you want to block.
2. Click the contact and then options.
3. Scroll to the bottom and click send calls to voice mail.
Other than that there is no way to block a contact on the Xperia J.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: [Caller ID & Block Calls, Texts](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.visinor.phonewarrior) is one app that may work. You can get it for free in playstore.
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/19 | 195 | 770 | <issue_start>username_0: I am not able to add contacts on my Nexus 4. It keeps saying "Re-enable People's application to use this feature".<issue_comment>username_1: Go to `Settings > Apps >` And select the last tab named `All` . On top right corner, tap the 3 dots button, and select `Reset app preferences`. This will enable all the disabled apps on your phone.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: In settings > Apps > select top right three vertical dotts > click on Protected apps > uncehck the "People" item. Make sure this is ok with you to uncheck. You may have a reason to protect. Main is unchecked from protected apps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Go to Settings > Apps > and select the tab "deactivated". Then you can re-enable the app.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/19 | 288 | 1,175 | <issue_start>username_0: I have sync my google account on my samsung galaxy note 2 but recently i have lost it.
After few days when i was checking google dash board to recover my contacts, i saw 2 devices listed under my Android.
One device GT-N7100 is my own device whereas N7000 with fake imei (231961768368404) does not belong to me.
How is it possible.
I have given my phone for tracking by the police but now i am confused whether my handset imei is changed or it is showing someone else device under my google account.<issue_comment>username_1: Theory #1
---------
The device may represent an android emulator you used, where you installed an application on it through play store or simply logged into your google account.
Theory #2
---------
Devices never get deleted from google's database (even if you can hide them). This device may represent an old android phone you had.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: A very possible reason is probably you have used your Google Account in another mobile also for downloading apps from Google Play or for accessing Gmail or whatever. Don't panic about such things if you've logged out from that devices.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/19 | 242 | 1,016 | <issue_start>username_0: I installed [Retrica](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.venticake.retrica) on my Samsung Galaxy SL I9003, but when I opened it I could only see blue pixels instead of the image captured by my camera. I tried to change the parameters of the app, reboot my phone and reinstall it, but it's not working anyway.
How can I fix this?<issue_comment>username_1: Theory #1
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The device may represent an android emulator you used, where you installed an application on it through play store or simply logged into your google account.
Theory #2
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Devices never get deleted from google's database (even if you can hide them). This device may represent an old android phone you had.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: A very possible reason is probably you have used your Google Account in another mobile also for downloading apps from Google Play or for accessing Gmail or whatever. Don't panic about such things if you've logged out from that devices.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/19 | 717 | 2,887 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an Android smartphone and would like to understand what is the difference between RAM, SD Card and Device Memory.
When I check Memory Usage of my smartphone, I see those components:
**RAM:** 174 used and 52 MB free
**On SD Card:** 492 MB used and 3.16GB free
**Device Memory:** 143 MB used and 47 MB free
I understand that "SD Card" is some external memory that you put in the Smartphone. But how do I understand RAM and Device Memory?<issue_comment>username_1: 1. RAM - Random Accessed Memory - When running an application on your phone, the application is loaded from your device memory into the RAM, just like on a computer, the main purpose for this is access speed is far greater in RAM. You can clear the apps that is in the RAM on your phone depending on your smartphone (Samsung for example hold home button down and click ram manager > clear RAM - this will clear what's in RAM however most background apps will automatically be loaded back into the RAM hence the free space decreasing straight away
2. As you mentioned SD Card is a external memory card which you can switch and swap with a variety of different sizes if needed
3. Device Memory is your phones built in memory, just like SD Card has memory however this one cannot be swapped or taken out of the phone. It will hold all of your phones files that make it work, just like a PC, as standard you cannot edit these files as they are read only, however through rooting your phone you may access these files and change if needed.
These files as mentioned take up space on your smartphone, so you may have a 16GB device memory or Device Storage, but you could actually only have 15GB free (for example not exact) to use as 1GB is used for the files I mentioned above
Hope this clear it up for you, and I'll happily provide links for further reading for you if needed
Addition Note:
Modern Android phones (4.0+) use an "emulated SD card" for their internal memory. Which means that your phone tricks the OS into seeing the internal memory as an SD card, which can cause some confusion as to the difference between SD memory and internal memory.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I had the same question, and I found [this answer](https://stackoverflow.com/a/4634858/423105) to be helpful. The short summary is that "device memory", AKA "internal storage", is non-volatile: in other words it's persistent across device reboots, unlike RAM.
Internal storage is [flash memory](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flash_memory), similar to a solid-state drive or a microSD card. One way to look at it is that device memory and a microSD card use (practically) the same technology, just that the microSD card is removable.
Flash memory is much slower than RAM, and has to be written in large chunks, unlike RAM. Its role would be more like that of a hard drive than like RAM.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/19 | 525 | 1,812 | <issue_start>username_0: Guys I've been stuck at this step for a while. My device as Motorola says is unlockable and I also have the unlock code but still it says in the command window that error occurred. I've installed android SDK and in it I've installed the platform-tools and all the other build tools.
Link to screenshot:<https://www.dropbox.com/s/wgqpq7jdki6sik5/Untitled.png><issue_comment>username_1: It's a current issue with the bootloader in the 4.4.4 OTA upgrade. There are two solutions: If you still can, You should unlock before you accept the 4.4.3 or 4.4.4 upgrade (but in your case, it's too late as you have already upgraded to 4.4.4) or you need to manually upgrade the bootloader on your device to get rid of this bug. There is a thread on the Motorola forums to join the seeding program for the updated bootloader.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: There is a bug in Android KitKat 4.4.4 which causes this issue. A thread in [the motorola forum](https://forums.motorola.com/posts/35e4d3be5c) explains how to resolve the issue.
**Follow these instructions only if you have upgraded to 4.4.4! If you have 4.4.3 or 4.4.2 it is more likely that you misspelled your unlock key.**
* Download [the boot loader patch](https://forums.motorola.com/files/51c3cbf839/G_4.4.4.BL_Fix.zip) (this the link from the forum)
* extract the ZIP file & read instructions
* **your user data might be erased as part of this process**
* Then run following commands:
`$ fastboot flash motoboot motoboot_41.15_testdrive.img`
`$ fastboot reboot-bootloader`
... your device will reboot in fasboot mode
`$ fastboot oem unlock [UNLOCK KEY]`
... wait for unlock confirmation ...
... you might see some error messages here, ignore them...
`$ fastboot flash motoboot motoboot.img`
`$ fastboot reboot`
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/20 | 268 | 1,035 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Dell Venue 8 tablet with Android 4.4.2. Today the Facebook Messenger application started to crash whenever I try to open it.
The crash doesn't happen in my phone (a Moto G running Android 4.4.4 and the same version of the FB messenger). From what I understand, libhoudini.so is the ARM emulation layer (this tablet is a x86 device).
No other apps (not even the main Facebook app) seem to present the problem.
I tried cleaning its cache/data and uninstalling/reinstalling it but didn't work. What else besides resetting the device can I try?<issue_comment>username_1: Try stopping sync with contacts. In Android settings, stop facebook sync with contacts. Messenger was crashing until I disabled sync. I think there's a bug.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Well (almost 1 year later), apparently this doesn't happen anymore. I installed Messenger back a while ago and haven't had any crashes.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/20 | 658 | 2,418 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently got my Nexus 5 and I would like to know if there is any way that I can set a ringtone to start from a specific point from a track that I have on my phone.
Is there any way that can help me do that, considering that I don't want to cut the track to the point that I want my ringtone to start from?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, I don't think that can be done! Why don't you use several MP3 cutters to cut the song over to the appropriate place you like?
There is a load of song cutter apps available over the Play Store, as well as software also available for PCs. I have tried searching over the Play Store and got several apps names MP3 cutter which can help you out with cutting the ringtone to a specific point and then then you can set that as your ringtone.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: There are two ways to create custom ringtones.
1. Through an Android app from the Play Store
2. Real player MP3 cutter which cuts the MP3 from the desired starting time (from where to start) and the end time as well (till where it should play)
Now for this-
>
> [...] considering that I don't want to cut the track to the point that I want my ringtone to start from?
>
>
>
is completely irrelevant because without specifying/cutting the start time, how will the audio file start to play as all the audio/video files start from 00:00?
The audio file cannot randomly start anywhere you like. It has to have a point where you need the song to start (00:00 till the end but not from 2:50 till the end).
**Ex**:- Suppose you have a Beethoven audio file in which you want the phone to ring from **4:00** till **4:35** i.e. 35 seconds then with the help of an MP3 cutter, you will set the starting point from **4:00 and ending point to 4:35** . After you have set the slider, then you need to cut that particular portion and it will be set as 00:00 to 00:35. This song will not replace the original Beethoven song but will add an extra song of just 35 secs as a ringtone.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Not a complete answer, but an important detail: I discovered that from a song length of 1:30 (90 seconds), Android seems to pick a fragment from the middle of the song instead of the beginning. So, if you cut your own ringtone and expect that it starts from the beginning, it must be less than 1:30 in length. 1:29 is fine.
(checked with a Galaxy S10)
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/20 | 1,246 | 4,337 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a rooted Samsung Galaxy S3 running Cyanogenmod 11 (20140804-SNAPSHOT-M9-i9300). When the battery hits ~15% or 5%, an alert appears with a warning sound. How can I disable this warning sound (without removing the popup alert)?
I've tried [removing](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/29869/32143) `/system/media/audio/ui/LowBattery.ogg`; this did not prevent an alert sound, but the sound did change, perhaps to a fallback. I also tried installing "[Suppress Low Battery Sound](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.appsideout.silentbattery)" (aka "Disable Low Battery Beep" via the web browser), but this had no effect either. I tried installing [Sound Manager](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cgg.soundmanager&hl=en), and turning the system sound down, but this also had no effect.<issue_comment>username_1: I see username_3 wants to disable the warning sound alone and not the popup. I stumbled on an xposed module which will disable both. I just keep this posted just in case if username_3 wants to slightly compromise on the requirement and also probably will help others who read this post.
Text from the post:
>
> **Disable the Low Battery Alert with Xposed** *POSTED OCTOBER 13, 2013 AT
> 12:30 AM BY WILL VERDUZCODIFFICULTY:1*
>
>
> Disable the Low Battery Alert
> with Xposed There are plenty of Xposed modules out there. Their
> purposes range widely from adding previously device-specific
> functionality to patching bugs, and everything in between. This is, of
> course, all made possible by XDA Recognized Developer rovo89‘s
> fantastic Xposed Framework (thread) . The framework allows developers
> to create a module APK that is able to make a modification at runtime,
> while leaving original files intact. Both a boost in ease-of-use and
> user safety, Xposed makes device modification into a click and reboot
> affair.
>
>
> A new Xposed module from XDA Senior Member defim has appeared, and its
> purpose is to remove that annoying low battery popup alert that you
> are given when running low on juice. Yes, being notified that your
> battery is running low is generally useful. However, for those of us
> who actively look at the battery meter in our status bars, it’s a bit
> redundant. Furthermore, if you happen to be in a call when you receive
> this alert, it will generally turn on your screen, thus reactivating
> the touch sensor. For yours truly, this has resulted in accidentally
> ended phone calls, unintentional muting, and more.
>
>
> The module will work on any ICS+ device with Xposed Framework
> installed. Simply install the module, activate it, and reboot. To tame
> your low battery alert, head over to the module thread.
>
>
>
The exposed module is available [in this XDA thread](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/app-hidebatterylowalert-t2480714).
**Update:**
I happen to notice that with [GravityBox](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/app-gravitybox-v3-1-4-tweak-box-android-t2316070) You get an option to disable sound alone. The screenshot of that option is as below:
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I am not going to take credit of this answer, I just googled out the answer of this question.
Head over to the /system/media/audio/ui it will have LowBattery.ogg file rename it to something different like LowBattery.ogg.bak or something else. It will not bother you.
PS: You need to be a rooted user to do that and yes removing the LowBattery.ogg try renaming and let me know about it !
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: As per [advice](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/80891/how-can-i-disable-the-low-battery-sound-in-cyanogenmod/80897?noredirect=1#comment103504_80897) from username_1, I replaced `/system/media/audio/ui/LowBattery.ogg` with another `.ogg` file. The next time it was triggered, the new file played.
I then tried placing an empty file at `/system/media/audio/ui/LowBattery.ogg`, but this did not work.
Finally, I downloaded a slient `.ogg` from [here](http://blog.ginzburgconsulting.com/silencing-the-battery-charging-completed-sound-on-a-samsung-galaxy-sii/), placing it at `/system/media/audio/ui/LowBattery.ogg`. This worked perfectly.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/20 | 409 | 1,784 | <issue_start>username_0: In my university, I have a free internet WiFi access with eduroam system. However (double-checked the login and password already) I can not connect to the network with my phone :(
All the security parameters are fine (my Asus laptop connects with no problem).
When I had a Samsung phone, I was able to connect. I had to sell it, and now ended up with Prestigio. However, I can connect with other WiFi networks around using my phone. What might be the problem here?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that's weird I would say if the device is working with the other Wi-Fi network then have you tried talking with the Network Administrators? Sometimes they block mac address to prevent misuse ! I would say this problem can only be solved from the network admins. Try talking to them about the problem.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: This is something you should ask the IT support people at your university about. Most mysterious problems like this are caused by security settings on the Wi-Fi network itself. Probably it is MAC-filtered, so only devices that have been registered with the network administrators are able to connect. You might have forgotten registering your previous phone if you've had it for a long time.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: It is possible that your device doesn't support the encryption and authentication methods that eduroam uses. While normal WPA2 encrypted WiFis use TKIP encryption, eduroam uses AES. In addition to this, the device must support Enterprise authentication (sometimes called 802.1X), and a compatible EAP method (EAP TTLS-PAP, PEAP, EAP TLS EAP FAST). Which of these is used is up to your network administrator.
Like the other answers said, try asking your network admins for help.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/20 | 332 | 1,441 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to create a reminder on the lock screen so I can see it everytime I tried to use my mobile.
How can I do that?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that's weird I would say if the device is working with the other Wi-Fi network then have you tried talking with the Network Administrators? Sometimes they block mac address to prevent misuse ! I would say this problem can only be solved from the network admins. Try talking to them about the problem.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: This is something you should ask the IT support people at your university about. Most mysterious problems like this are caused by security settings on the Wi-Fi network itself. Probably it is MAC-filtered, so only devices that have been registered with the network administrators are able to connect. You might have forgotten registering your previous phone if you've had it for a long time.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: It is possible that your device doesn't support the encryption and authentication methods that eduroam uses. While normal WPA2 encrypted WiFis use TKIP encryption, eduroam uses AES. In addition to this, the device must support Enterprise authentication (sometimes called 802.1X), and a compatible EAP method (EAP TTLS-PAP, PEAP, EAP TLS EAP FAST). Which of these is used is up to your network administrator.
Like the other answers said, try asking your network admins for help.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/20 | 331 | 1,431 | <issue_start>username_0: In Samsung Galaxy Young Duos, It vibrates even if the vibration mode is off. Why is this happening? How to fix it?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that's weird I would say if the device is working with the other Wi-Fi network then have you tried talking with the Network Administrators? Sometimes they block mac address to prevent misuse ! I would say this problem can only be solved from the network admins. Try talking to them about the problem.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: This is something you should ask the IT support people at your university about. Most mysterious problems like this are caused by security settings on the Wi-Fi network itself. Probably it is MAC-filtered, so only devices that have been registered with the network administrators are able to connect. You might have forgotten registering your previous phone if you've had it for a long time.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: It is possible that your device doesn't support the encryption and authentication methods that eduroam uses. While normal WPA2 encrypted WiFis use TKIP encryption, eduroam uses AES. In addition to this, the device must support Enterprise authentication (sometimes called 802.1X), and a compatible EAP method (EAP TTLS-PAP, PEAP, EAP TLS EAP FAST). Which of these is used is up to your network administrator.
Like the other answers said, try asking your network admins for help.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/20 | 332 | 1,443 | <issue_start>username_0: On my new Samsung S5, when I press Kindle Store button, it opens web browser view and not the native Kindle store.
Any help?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that's weird I would say if the device is working with the other Wi-Fi network then have you tried talking with the Network Administrators? Sometimes they block mac address to prevent misuse ! I would say this problem can only be solved from the network admins. Try talking to them about the problem.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: This is something you should ask the IT support people at your university about. Most mysterious problems like this are caused by security settings on the Wi-Fi network itself. Probably it is MAC-filtered, so only devices that have been registered with the network administrators are able to connect. You might have forgotten registering your previous phone if you've had it for a long time.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: It is possible that your device doesn't support the encryption and authentication methods that eduroam uses. While normal WPA2 encrypted WiFis use TKIP encryption, eduroam uses AES. In addition to this, the device must support Enterprise authentication (sometimes called 802.1X), and a compatible EAP method (EAP TTLS-PAP, PEAP, EAP TLS EAP FAST). Which of these is used is up to your network administrator.
Like the other answers said, try asking your network admins for help.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/20 | 473 | 1,914 | <issue_start>username_0: Everything is perfect, except that the call volume is way too low. I can barely hear it when it is completely silent, and if I'm at a coffee shop or something, no chance.
Now, this would seem to be a hardware issue except that plenty of people seem to have the problem and it has only occurred since the latest Kit-Kat update. Solutions seem to vary, from hitting both volume buttons at once, to resetting the device to factory settings.
Suffice to say, none of these have worked for me and has really put a damper on my otherwise awesome Android.
So my question is, does anyone have a solid solution to the problem, or should I just wait around to see if Google deigns to fix it at some point.<issue_comment>username_1: While you are calling you should press the " + " button. If you are at the home screen and then press the " + " button, the ringtone volume will be louder.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Anti noise feature can cause that . you try can deactivat it .
Make a call then click menu button it should be deactivated frol there .
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: If the volume while a call is full and you still think it's low then, try use any voice boaster app from playstore it will help you to hear voice more louder but distorted
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: If your call quality volume is too low and the device is at its maximum volume, you may want to try a Volume Booster. [Speaker Booster](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.omegacentauri.SpeakerBoost) by Omega Centauri Software does the trick for me, even with phone calls.
There are better "Volume Boosters", though, but the one by the developer I mentioned works best for my device. There are deducted volume boosters for phone calls on the Play Store, though I haven't tested the one other than the one I linked, so I won't link those.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/20 | 225 | 935 | <issue_start>username_0: I intend to buy a new sim-unlocked at&t LG G2. So I want to know is there a possibility that an update will ever relock it again? Am I free to root it and install custom roms without relock concerns?
And could someone please explain to me the whole "Baseband processor" thing? Doesn't an official system update always install a new baseband version (firmware ) automatically ? And can this relock the phone ?<issue_comment>username_1: It depends. Is it factory SIM-unlocked, has it been unlocked through official channels, or has it been hack-unlocked?
If it's either of the first two, you should be fine through any software updates. If it's been hacked unlocked though, I'd be careful of updates until someone confirms it working.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Once a device is unlocked from its carrier no update will re-lock your device. It is permanently unlocked.
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/21 | 338 | 1,362 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to know how to get rid of these icons with the lock, every other app just goes but not these three. I used the small broom icon but these remained there and it didn't happen before. I'm using Android 4.2.2 in a Lenovo vibe x s960 smartphone.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/h21er.jpg)
Click for larger version<issue_comment>username_1: Well, I can't say correctly but I think it's showing green lock because the application is locked by some other application, do you remember installing any application which may be responsible for locking those application off ! I would say you need to go through the application installed again. I think this must be some cleaner application which you may have installed recently.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: This is the task bar showing applications currently in main memory. The broom cleans up main memory except "locked" apps. To clean them up, you can **flick them up one by one**.
Yet, **with Android it is not necessary to do this in the vast majority of cases**. Android OS does a pretty good job of managing memory and swapping apps to storage.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Swipe the icons down to get rid of the lock, then swipe the icon up to get rid of the icon.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/21 | 130 | 554 | <issue_start>username_0: I was wondering if there is any way to cast my Nexus 5 screen on to my Samsung Smart TV without any additional hardware such as chromecast.<issue_comment>username_1: In that case the answer would be you can try casting the nexus screen with the help of the Wi-Fi direct which I am sure is supported with the Samsung Smart TV.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If your smart TV supports the Miracast protocol for wireless displays, then you can cast to it just the same way you would a Chromecast.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/21 | 761 | 3,097 | <issue_start>username_0: I look for an app/a setting that allows me to cancel/revert (automatic) standby more easily than by pressing the power button.
I think of something like turning off the screen for a few seconds before standby, so i can cancel it by tapping the screen.
Similar like the lock screen kicks in only a few secs after standby.
WHY?
When reading eg. webpages, automatic standby can be annoying. I need to press power, thats annoying. I don't want to change the standby timeout either.
I don't want an app that permanently allows wake by tap/shake/proximity, as this potentially eats battery and unwanted wakeups.
Also, an app to disable the auto standby is not good, i want the standby to still kick in, eg. If i fall asleep.<issue_comment>username_1: Your demands are too much for one app or phone to fulfill, but there is this feature in almost every android phone (which i've used) they turn their brightness to minimum before going to sleep. So if your screen timeout is set to 1min, they will go to minimum brightness(dim display) for a few seconds before and then turn off the screen. I think this is exactly what you're asking for, very dim display saves the battery and you can tap the display to bring it back to the set brightness. So it should be already there in your phone, if not then you're going to have a hard time finding a solution for that. [I use Nexus 5 and it has this feature, and before that Xperia S, that too had this dim the display before going to sleep feature]. Hope this helped.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I would say there isn't any app available over the market which can help you in keeping the device display on while your are reading the book. But I would say you can find this feature over the samsung smartphone particularly in S4, it has the feature named smart stay. I would say if that is too much important for you and as you stated above you don't what to change settings, then why don't you try purchasing a S3,S4,S5.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: If what you want is to keep the screen on while a certain app is running in foreground, there are several apps around which can help you out. I personally use [tasker](/questions/tagged/tasker "show questions tagged 'tasker'") for this (ever since I bought the app years ago) successfully with a recipe that rawly reads:
* **Condition:** App (select the apps concerned)
* **Task:** Display timeout (set higher, or disable it completely)
Done. While my default timeout is something like 1 minute, whenever e.g. I read my RSS feeds it kicks in only after 5 minutes – which is perfectly fine, as if I didn't touch the screen within that time I'm not really reading ;)
If you don't feel like buying *Tasker* for 5 bucks (it's definitely worth the price: just follow the tag link to see what other uses it might have. Sometimes it feels like every second question here can be answered with "Tasker!"), there are [plenty of apps specialized on this](http://www.appbrain.com/search?q=keep%20screen%20on), usually having "Keep Screen" in their names.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/21 | 764 | 3,151 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Nexus 5. I am in the Photos app, looking at the camera roll. I want to move/copy some photos to a new album, so I enter bulk-selection mode. When I select certain photos, the 'Copy to album' link disappears. Why does this copy icon disappear for some photos?<issue_comment>username_1: The "Copy to Album" icon disappears when you select a video as part of photos. So apparently you cannot copy videos to a new album on the phone.
This makes sense because copying creates a new file which takes up as much space as the original file. Videos can take up anywhere from 100Mbs to 1000Mbs. Since both the space on the phones and the free space offered by Google on Google+ is limited, this may easily use up your available space. Whether this is the reason or not, the fact stays true: the Google+ Photos app does not support copying videos to new albums.
If you want to copy photos just skip the videos (with the "play" overlay) when selecting multiple files.
If you still want to copy the videos, you can do so on the web at <https://plus.google.com/photos>.
Also, instead of *copying* videos and photos you could *move* them to new albums, that way you don't have multiple copies and leave more free space for other videos. Both Copy and Move options are available on the Web interface on top of the photo when you view individual photos/videos or select multiple ones on the grid.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Same here. It is just not supported. Only the web interface allows it. On Android only single photos work.
Btw, a little info text says copying won't count against your quota. So then it really is like a tag.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: This is really annoying but it only lets you copy photos after they have been uploaded to the Google server. Some of the photos you are trying to copy to an album maybe in a directory on your phone that is not set to upload. In the newer versions of the Photos app, it allows you to backup folders outside of the camera folder. If you share the picture it will automatically upload it and then will allow you to copy it to an album. Otherwise, you need to set the local folder to auto backup.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: I want to expand on the answers here. having a Nexus 6 with 5.0.1 and not being a big photos guy, suddenly found myself on vacation and not really wanting a puzzle to solve. Having the pictures already backed up was indeed part of the formula... But even with the photo backed up (cloud decorator visible on thumbnail), the album icon still did not show on the action bar.
The trick to the puzzle was selecting `refresh` from the overflow menu (the `...` on the upper right, or menu button probably if your lucky enough to have one still).
The other trick is if you select any photo that is already in the album, the album icon disappears. IOW if selecting multiple photos, none of the are already in an album.
So in summary:
1. Photo(s) are all backed up already (cloud icon)
2. Photos app is re-synced with server (click `refresh` from menu)
3. No selected photos are already shared
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/21 | 361 | 1,202 | <issue_start>username_0: Is it possible to have colored output in `adb shell`, e.g. for the `ls` command?
I've tried `ls --color=auto .` etc, but that doesn't seem to work.
Colored output, however, works in `adb shell`, e.g. with
```
echo -e '\033[01;35m test \033[m'
```
Or does the ls command in `adb` not provide a "full feature" `ls` and it depends on the command?
---
Required Information:
* Device: HTC Desire S S510e
* Android: Gingerbread 2.3.5<issue_comment>username_1: 
As you can see from the screenshot, you can definitely get colored output in ls on android.
(side note - I've got some bashrc magic running so the default ls output is ls --color=auto)
Probably you're either running ls in a sh shell and not bash, you've got a watered-down OEM version of ls, or there's some strange magic happening between ADB on Windows and the linux terminal.
What device/android version/ROM are you running? What output does ls --version give?
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I just had to type `shell` after open the `adb shell`. I'm using LMDE Mate Desktop. Using the mate-terminal.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/21 | 815 | 3,277 | <issue_start>username_0: The Google voice search crashes after detecting the keyword `ok google`.
If, I tap on the mike button in the search app and do voice search, it works.
What could be the reason behind this app-crash?
Phone: Samsung Galaxy Note II (GT-N7100)
OS: 4.4.2 KitKat. (Rooted)<issue_comment>username_1: I believe you are using the Google launcher which has the Voice command operations as well as the Cards which you have mentioned (I can't assure you that this answer will work because the root of the phone may hamper the application working but still you can try as these steps are common for all).
And yes you will lose the cards as you are deleting the data but you will not loose if you clearing cache.Clearing cache memory is no where related to any file getting deleted .
Cache memory is just a temporary storage which is used to speed up the loading of any application.If you clear the cache memory then your app may load slow only the first time later it loads fast.
Coming to the voice search crashing after "OK Google" could be related with your mic problem or just a small software bug.Follow these steps to pin-point the main reason of the issue
First enable the speech output from settings>Voice>Speech output to make sure it is really detecting OK Google and not something else.If it's detecting correctly then your microphone is correct.
Second after enabling the speech output you need to 1)force stop then 2)clear the cache.
Third make sure the area around the mic is clean and is free of any obstruction (the mic could contain small and minute dust particles which need to be cleaned only by trained professionals, covered by some accessory).
After that you shall be able to perform voice search directly without manually touching the microphone.
If you still have the problem then you need to get in touch with the Support team which is there in the play store bottom of the app page.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: At last, I found a solution.
The problem was with the entry in sports section in Google Now. It can also happen with entry in stocks according to [this article](http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/05/13/psa-removing-or-adding-teams-or-stocks-in-google-now-currently-causes-it-to-crash-endlessly/).
Resetting the Google Now data fixed the issue.
Steps I did:
1. Open Google Now and click the magic wand on the bottom right which opens a Customize Google Now screen.
2. Click the sports section and remove all.
3. Do the same for stocks.
4. Open settings >> Application >> Google search, and tap clear data.
5. Open Google Now, go to settings and disable Google Now.
6. Restart the device.
7. Open Google Now, Follow the instructions.
I also turned off audio history from the voice menu of google now settings.
This [link](http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-nexus/help/resolved-reset-google-t1939485) helped me to fix this issue.
After the reset all my cards started to appear again except the sports. Data was there in for all sub menus except sports and stocks in the Customize Google Now screen.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: The only way I fix it was to uninstall the updates. After resetting it back up the voice searches started working again.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/22 | 186 | 693 | <issue_start>username_0: I spill water on my galaxy note 3 neo. I then remove the original flip cover and wiped the water. It turns out that the water doesnt go through too far in the battery area.
My main concern that the water go through inside the home button.
What should I do after I wiped all the visible water?<issue_comment>username_1: My best advice would be to remove all phone covers and leave in a well aired place to dry.
Also look at [this](http://m.wikihow.com/Save-a-Wet-Cell-Phone) it contains some useful advice
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Use a vacuum cleaner to remove water. Then pack it in plastic bag and keep in rice for 3 days
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/22 | 482 | 1,616 | <issue_start>username_0: Since the Play Store was updated to version 4.9.13 on my LG Optimus L5II (LG-E450f), it crashes every time the menu or back button are tapped.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ffP1M.png)
Click image for larger version.
Everything else appears to work fine.
Clearing the cache, deleting app data and resetting to factory settings don't fix it. Uninstalling the updates of Play Store fixes it, but the after a couple of minutes it's automatically updated and the problem happens again.
My device isn't rooted. It's running Android version 4.1.2
What can I do to stop the Play Store crashing?<issue_comment>username_1: I have the same problem on my phone, but luckily I found a way around it. Simply swipe in from the left hand side and it brings you the exact same menu you are after.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you root your phone then you can safely install [Xposed](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/xposed-installer-versions-changelog-t2714053) and [this module](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/lg-optimus-jelly-bean-play-store-fix-t2852146) that should fix the problem.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Swipe from left edge to right don't fix the problem but make the menu accesible, and don't require to root the phone.
From <http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=55005591&postcount=2>
>
> Swype from left edge to right or use XPosed module "x3 jelly bean play
> store fix" if you've rooted your device
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/22 | 915 | 3,260 | <issue_start>username_0: I have recently installed Amazon Music, I am a Prime customer. Music from my cloud has downloaded to my device (Galaxy S3) but I want to move it to my SD card. I cannot find the music files anywhere to move them.
Does anyone know where they are?<issue_comment>username_1: On my Galaxy S4 downloaded music goes to /storage/sdcard0/Music
And streamed music goes to /storage/sdcard0/amazonmp3/temp/.streamcache
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I ultimately found the m4a files in /mnt/extSdCard/Android/data/com.amazon.mp3/files/Music
The trick, however, is that they are hidden files. They do not appear when viewing the folder with either the native file manager or RootExplorer (even when "Show Hidden Files" is checked). They are found only by using RootExplorer to search the device for "m4a" files.
At least now I know they are on the SD card anyway.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: On my Galaxy S5, this is the path:
Phone\Android\data\com.amazon.mp3\files\Music\
My phone software, including Amazon apps, are current versions for today's date.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: Nexus 5X Marshmallow,
Amazon player download location.
Just using File Manager, using the directory tab not the category tab (did not have show hidden files selected) and literally go to Music folder. All my Amazon downloads were found in the Music folder.
(SD-card)storage/emulated/0/Music
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: First check Amazon Music App Menu, Settings (gear wheel icon), tap Storage Location.
If set External, try looking in *Card\Android\Media\com.Amazon.mp3*
If set Internal, try looking in *Phone\Android\Media\com.Amazon.mp3\files\media\Music*
Then usually subfolders by Artist.
And yes, finding them each time is highly annoying! On Galaxy S5 with Android Marshmallow/6.x, I used the standard My Files manager to add a shortcut to the My Files start screen for my Card folder.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: On my HTC 610 Desire running Android 4.4.2, Amazon music files are stored under two different directories on my SD card.
Files from CDs or songs that I have purchased through Amazon are located under:
**This PC\HTC Desire 610\SD card\Android\data\com.amazon.mp3\files\Music\Public**
Files that are perks for being an Amazon Prime member (I don't have to buy them, they are available for Prime members to stream as part of a Prime subscription) which I download for offline listening are located at:
**This PC\HTC Desire 610\SD card\Android\data\com.amazon.mp3\files\Music\Private**
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: On a Samsung Galaxy s6 Edge, the .m4a files are stored in a the following location:
My Files>Device Storage>Android>Data>com.amazon.mp3>files>Music
You can use "My Files" to launch explorer on the device and drill down to find them.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: On a Google Pixel the files are stored in the following location:
```
Pixel/Android/data/com.amazon.mp3/files/Music
```
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ok3uz.png)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_9: On my Samsung Tab 8.4 inch SMT 700 the path is:
SD Card/ Android / Data / com.amazon.music / files / music
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/23 | 352 | 1,423 | <issue_start>username_0: I have recently bought a new HTC One M7.
Since the moment I turned it on it's performing random reboots. At the begining it was every few minutes but now its every time I unlock the screen.
I've performed 3 factory resets - didn't help (I think that even made it worse)
I've entered "safe mode" - still rebooting
I've tried to enter recovery mode but the phone got stuck on the loading screen (exclamation point icon)
Anyone might have an idea what's going on?
Is the phone defective? Might it be a hardware issue?
As I said, the phone is new, so no custom ROMs or strange apps installed
Thanks<issue_comment>username_1: I had the same problem, still rebooting in safe mode. I found Amazon's software was using up approx. 55% of the CPU, and was kicking my computer off of the internet. Disabled Amazon, uninstalled all updates, and disabled automatic updates, and now phone is back to normal.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: what you have to do is hold the up volume button and press the power button once. once you do that you will see a set of commands and once you do that you will want to select the wipe cache partition and once you do that it will just clean out the battery and it should allow it to work from there.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: At the end the problem was with the internal thermostat.
Had to replace the device.
Thanks for all the answers!
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/23 | 195 | 839 | <issue_start>username_0: During my night time, I would like to silence all app notifications, including text messages, emails and news alerts.
On the other hands, I do not want to silence calls. This is because calls after midnight are far less frequent than notifications, and they are probably intentional and urgent.
**Is there a way to silence every notification except a phone call?**<issue_comment>username_1: Yes you can simply turn off/reduce your volume to 0 for the notifications and only keep the ringer volume as required.
You can do this under settings>sounds(As you have not specified any os details or the device make or model I can only give you a common answer)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can also use a custom "Do Not Disturb" profile now, which allows calls by anyone or just from contacts.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/24 | 156 | 614 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to use WhatsApp on Samsung GT S5830 in Japan, but I do not have a SIM card for my phone. Can I use the Internet on my mobile via WiFi?<issue_comment>username_1: Yes you can simply turn off/reduce your volume to 0 for the notifications and only keep the ringer volume as required.
You can do this under settings>sounds(As you have not specified any os details or the device make or model I can only give you a common answer)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can also use a custom "Do Not Disturb" profile now, which allows calls by anyone or just from contacts.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/24 | 308 | 1,328 | <issue_start>username_0: Created an .nomedia file in a folder and it worked. But now I've deleted that file but still photos are not visible in gallery app.How to recover from this? Any help?<issue_comment>username_1: After photos are added, they need to be scanned by the [media-scanner](/questions/tagged/media-scanner "show questions tagged 'media-scanner'") before they'll show up in Gallery and other apps. Normally, the app that creates the photo asks the media scanner directly to add the new photo, but in this case, because you've removed the .nomedia yourself, nothing has yet triggered the file to be scanned.
You can find apps to trigger the rescan on Google Play, but be careful if your phone has KitKat or later: Android changed the way media rescanning works, to save battery, so apps written for earlier Android versions simply won't work on KitKat. Alternatively, if the folder in question is on removable storage, simply remove it and then add it again, and Android will re-scan the whole filesystem.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Simply move the pics to another folder then copy them back. They will appear in the gallery
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: just rename the folder and change it back again to the original name.
worked for me with whatsapp media folder.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/24 | 325 | 1,311 | <issue_start>username_0: does flashing a kernel ever wipe anything on the phone?
and is it ever dependent on android version?
e.g. 4.22 or 4.3
I have CWM and i've seen the option to install from zip within CWM recovery.
but is there a command with adb or fastboot to do flash the kernel? what is it?
Or do you pretty much have to install it via CWM><issue_comment>username_1: No, flashing a kernel only wipes the old kernel. Generally, user-space drivers in the system image will be specific to a particular version of the kernel driver, and each kernel driver version will only work with certain kernel versions, so only flash a different kernel if you know that it was built to work with your user-space version, or vice-versa. Usually stock ROMs will only work with the kernel that came with the ROM, and third-party ROMs will say which kernels they work with.
On devices that support fastboot, you can use `fastboot flash boot boot.img` to flash the file `boot.img` to the boot partition. This is the one that stores the kernel.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: it will replace your existing kernel. But before that make sure your ROM is compatible with new kernel or you will end up in boot loop.In certain kernel WiFi may not work. You may have to install WiFi modules separately.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/24 | 332 | 1,404 | <issue_start>username_0: My boss bought an iPhone and asked me to sync his contacts. I went to the iPhone and turned on the contact sync from his Google account and "all" the contacts got there, but when I looked, none of the contacts from his phone were there! Looking at his Android, none of his Gmail contacts were there either, and now I can't get this thing working! I need help!
He has an LG (I don't know which model it is) and Android 4.0.4<issue_comment>username_1: No, flashing a kernel only wipes the old kernel. Generally, user-space drivers in the system image will be specific to a particular version of the kernel driver, and each kernel driver version will only work with certain kernel versions, so only flash a different kernel if you know that it was built to work with your user-space version, or vice-versa. Usually stock ROMs will only work with the kernel that came with the ROM, and third-party ROMs will say which kernels they work with.
On devices that support fastboot, you can use `fastboot flash boot boot.img` to flash the file `boot.img` to the boot partition. This is the one that stores the kernel.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: it will replace your existing kernel. But before that make sure your ROM is compatible with new kernel or you will end up in boot loop.In certain kernel WiFi may not work. You may have to install WiFi modules separately.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/25 | 533 | 2,329 | <issue_start>username_0: My guess is that the reason there's a delay when pressing the home button is due to the fact that it could be re-purposed into launching "Google Now" or "S Voice" by **pressing it twice**. So it has to wait for a second before it sends a signal "this is a single press" to the OS. I don't believe it's caused by phone waking up from sleep because it happens every time and it's consistent.
If my guess is correct and I'm not using "Google Now" or "S Voice", it would be great to remove this delay. How do I do that? Is that even possible?
In my opinion, it is annoying. The moment I press the home button I'm expecting an instant response by showing up the home screen as immediately as possible.
EDIT:
I already disabled all the apps that could possibly make use of double pressing the home button like "S Voice". Now when I open an app to foreground, pressing the home twice doesn't take me to home screen but instead nothing happens. That means there's no longer any function that is currently bound to double pressing the home button. If I press the home button once, it still takes a delay before it takes me back to the home screen.<issue_comment>username_1: An important navigation mechanism in Android is called a long press. You perform a long press by pressing and holding down a physical key or touch (capacitive) button. If the long press is successful, the phone will provide some physical feedback such as vibration, and the long press action will take place.
You can use a long press to open menus that are specific to the active item - think of it like opening a context menu on a PC. For example, performing a long press on a song in the Music player application in Android 2.2 will open a menu that allows you to add or remove it from a playlist. To perform a long press that opens a context menu, press and hold the select key or the trackball.
Yes you can increase/ decrease the time duration of the home button under the settings>Accessibility scroll down to Mobility.
Select your desired time gap from the three -Long/short/medium
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: changing the animation in developer mode to be off should speed up this process.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: When I use other launcher, little bit improved.
I have used poco launcher
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/25 | 180 | 715 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to read logs of Android devices having stuck at the boot logo, but I don't have ADB access.
Is it possible to read logs displayed by logcat in recovery by mounting `/system` partition?<issue_comment>username_1: The files (if they are considered as such) to which logs are written by the device are not in `/system` but in `/dev/log`.
These "files" are reset at every boot, so unless the device you have has a boot-time script that automatically saves logs to a file in, say, `/sdcard`, there is sadly no way to retrieve the logs you want while in recovery.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: With TWRP, going Advanced → Copy Log could be a solution.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/25 | 437 | 1,649 | <issue_start>username_0: I formatted my phones internal storage with ntfs and now it doesn't appeared in usb mode and also not in file manager. And phone's feature like gallery, camera, recording etc are not working. Is there any way to format internal storage again with fat32 file system? I think there should be a way in ADB to format it. I don't have much knowledge about it but think it is easiest way!!! Please someone help me....<issue_comment>username_1: It is possible. I found some instructions here that partially apply: <http://androidandme.com/2009/08/news/how-to-manually-partition-your-sd-card-for-android-apps2sd/>
**DO TAKE CARE, IF YOU DO NOT UNDERSTAND COMMANDS WELL, DONT TRY THIS OUT**.
The difference is that you just want one partition in fat32.
`mkpartfs primary fat32 0 [last MB]` # where last MB is visible using `parted /dev/block/mmcblkXXXXXXXX` . Also the article is about an sdcard.
I'd recommend checking carefully if you have the right block level device before issuing any partitioning commands!
When using the appropriate block level device, little can go wrong, as you currently have no access at all.
[edit]
Personally, I'd try to install a new recovery using Fastboot, and then use that recovery to format your internal storage. A lot easier and safer IMO.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I just did it cant believe...............
I find a command on a website where i just place my mmcblk number that I known via Paragon exFAT,NTFS&HFS+.apk app and run this command as a Super user
" mkfs.vfat /dev/block/mmcblk0p33 "
and now i got my internal storage back on my phone.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/25 | 283 | 1,053 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Nexus 5 running 4.4.4. I have a Google Apps account that I use for GMail, G+, etc. My wife has a standard GMail account with G+ enabled. We chat back and forth using the Hangouts feature rather than SMS as much as possible. This works fine. We can send each other photos through SMS, and it works fine.
She can send me photos using the hangouts feature, and it works. I cannot send her photos. The message
>
> Can't send photos from this account
>
>
>
Pops up at the top of the screen immediately. Is this a feature I've disabled in my account somewhere? How do I fix it?<issue_comment>username_1: The setting *at the domain level* was the issue. I enabled it, and it starting working a few hours later.
This shouldn't be an issue for standard Google accounts - just Google Apps accounts.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You need to [enable Google Photos for the Domain](https://support.google.com/a/answer/6304946). Once I did this, I was able to send photos via hangouts.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/25 | 967 | 3,730 | <issue_start>username_0: Today my Sony Z1 Compact Android phone (4.4 Kit Kat) is stolen. Bad luck, but nobody's hurt and I'm quite sure my insurance will cover this. I've encrypted the phone and external SD card. Now this has happened I wonder if it is possible (for the new owner) to reset the phone, wipe and reinstall it?!
They don't have the code of course, and trying to enter the code manually will be a waste of time - the code is too long for that.
**So what I want to know: can this phone ever be used again?**
---
**Update**
I've bought a new phone, exactly the same, and it's encrypted again. It is not rooted! I don't know if USB debugging was on, but it could very well be. So let's assume it was.
If I understand correctly, I need to boot into recovery mode to reset the machine. I've found the following guide: [How to Boot Into Sony Xperia Z1 Compact Recovery Mode](http://www.theandroidsoul.com/sony-xperia-z1-compact-recovery-mode/). It offers three methods.
The last method involves the Playstore, which requires that you started up the phone, which is not possible without the PIN code. So that method is out.
The first method doesn't seem to work. When I reboot the phone, I don't see the led flashing, and pushing the volume button up or down many times during startup doesn't do anything, well except that I seem to enter some kind of "secure mode", but then again only after unlocking the phone.
The second method involved the ADB. I have enabled developer options on the stolen phone. I probably have enabled USB debugging, and didn't disable it afterwards. I need to try this, but it seems to me that this method too requires that you can startup the phone. I can only test this on Ubuntu right now, but I don't see how this can work without unlocking the phone. I connected the phone via USB to my ubuntu desktop, the started the phone. First thing that I have to do is unlock the phone. When the phone has started up, and I unlocked another time I get a notice asking to install software. For me this means this method won't work either.
**Maybe it is possible to wipe the phone with Windows?**
Is there another way to wipe the phone and reset it to the state when I bought it?<issue_comment>username_1: Yes, it's possible to *factory reset* (wipe) the phone, and then it'll be like new. If you want to make sure the phone can't be used any more, you have to report the theft to the police and make sure to give them the IMEI of the phone. (It should be written on the box it came in, or possibly your carrier will know.) Then they will blacklist the IMEI so the phone won't work on any cell network.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: You can flash the factory ftf using flashtool. You can connect the phone in flashmode (Volume down) and flash the ftf. This is similar to factory reset. This method does not require USB debugging to be ON.
1. You need [flashtool](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2335555) to be installed in your machine.
2. Install the flashmode and fastboot driver for your device.
3. Open Flash tool
4. Switch off your phone
5. Hold volume down button
6. Connect USB cable to PC
7. Flash the ftf. Refer [this](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2054486)
Note : First connect the usb to your phone then hold volume down button and then connect the cable to PC. I dont know why I need to follow this order. But the other way is not working for me.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I had a Xperia Z, with encrypted storage. But it gets factory reset automatically when i enter wrong pass key 5-6 times. Anyways, do you have any anti theft software installed. If yes they might be a help for you.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/25 | 517 | 2,183 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung Note 3 and I accidentally deleted an entire photo album from my phones gallery. I didn't enable my device to sync with Gmail. I didn't manually backup any of the data. The images were saved on my phone, not on the SD card. Is there any way for me to recover this deleted photo album? I Google'd and came across SDrescan but that won't work since the images were not initially saved on my SD card.<issue_comment>username_1: Considering you phone is always writing some kind of data to your internal storage, it's going to be a very difficult to recover them - at least not all anyway.
Unless something like PhotoRec can do it (as mentioned in the comments), I'd say they are gone for good.
An alternative, and probably a very expensive one, is to take it to someone who specialises in data recovery. Search for 'mobile phone data recovery' on Google and see what appears in your area. It may mean sending your phone away.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes, that is painful. Happened with me once.
You will have to root your phone in order to get the data back, but it usually only works if the root has been done before the incident. There are several softwares for different OS which enables us to do deep scan and fetch the data files from the phone which had been lost (You should be able to open the phone as a **Mass Storage** after that which makes it easier to scan for the software). One of the best software is **Recuva**. Read [this](http://www.androidpit.com/how-to-recover-lost-data) for more information.
Android storage works like a computer storage - every deleted file is still stored in a temporary storage until it is overwritten, but it isn't visible to us. It can be accessed by rooting your device + using certain softwares, but rooting should be avoided as much as possible. So if you think that these pictures are worth that, then check it out. Otherwise take precautions in future.
You can [Install this](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.baloota.dumpster) in your phone. This application works as Recycle Bin and stores every deleted file in it and can be restored easily.
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/25 | 449 | 1,810 | <issue_start>username_0: I got my Android 2.3.7 ZTE phone used on eBay, and it appeared to be completely reset. However, sometimes hundreds of contacts with names like "brwlvweaace" show up. They all have randomized emails, like "<EMAIL>". It almost seems like a list of generated emails for spamming. I can see them when choosing a contact to send a text to, and if I add the "All Contacts" folder to the home screen. The SIM card is new, and shows 0/250 contacts. The SD Card was new as well, and formatted on top of that. I don't have these contacts in any synced account. And I can't delete them, because they never show up in the main Contacts app.
How do I get rid of them? I only have about 15 real contacts, so it's a pain to send a text message to one of them when the list has hundreds of fake names.
Here's a picture:
<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that's weird but I think there are two gmail account put over the device, try going to the settings>Accounts and backup. Check if there are two gmail accounts configured, better to remove google account, once you remove the gmail account its again going to ask for the google account, but before configuring also head over to the application manager and clear the cache and the data stored by the contacts, and then restart your device an configure the gmail account which you were using previously again and see this time does the contacts appear again or not ? I don't think it would appear again anyway let me know how it goes for you !
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: What I did:
1. Move my actual contacts to the SIM card
2. Wipe the data from the Contacts Storage app in the Application Manager
3. Load the contacts from the SIM.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2014/08/26 | 1,282 | 4,934 | <issue_start>username_0: Recently my wife gave birth to our son and I purchased the [tinycam pro app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alexvas.dvr.pro&hl=pt_BR) to use with my d-link DCS-932L as a baby monitor.
After some tests I was satisfied with the results and decided to buy the app for my wife's google account, so she can monitor our child with her own phone. It was a surprise when I found that google provides no simple way to achieve such a simple task.
My wife has no international credit card, and even if she did I would be reluctant to associate her google account with one, since she's very careless regarding account/password security
What options do I have to install the app on my wife's phone without adding credit card information to her account?<issue_comment>username_1: A solution could be to add your Google Account to her phone, disable all syncing (Gmail, Calendar, Contacts, etc.), and then install the app from the Play store from your account. I did this with my wife's phone so that I could use some apps that I had purchased but on her phone. Google Play currently has "no data move functionality available" [source](https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/58582?hl=en) so transferring purchases is not an option.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Another solution would be to buy some [Google Play credit](https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/3422734?hl=en&ref_topic=3421698) you enter the code you buy into your wife's play store, and you can use that balance to buy apps
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: There are various ways through which you could buy a premium for other users you wish
* You can buy some credit through the Google Play Gift Card as John has suggested although its availability is limited (i.e. If Google Play gift cards are not supported in their area then it would be waste of buying the credit).
* Some applications also have the "pay for other's" feature like in whatsapp. Through this if both the users are using and you wish to make another user a premium then you can go in for this option. This option is normally available under the settings.
+ Good part - this feature is not geographically limited.
+ Bad part - both the users need to use this software.
* Download [BlueStacks](http://www.bluestacks.com/) on any desktop or laptop. Login with the other person's account (your wife's Gmail account). Select the app from my apps and you can purchase it.
+ Good part - You don't at all require any android operating device. You can download it on any windows operating System.(correct me if I am wrong on this )
+ Bad part - Although Blue Stacks works perfectly for almost all the apps some applications may not work properly(depending on your machine's hardware limitations) and does not support any OS other then Windows
+ *Update*:-here when A has downloaded the blue stacks he will install
the tiny cam app for which he has to purchase it. As A has signed in
using his wife's account all the purchases will be made in the name
of the account holder i.e. his wife not on A so on doing so
automatically the purchase is made on the wife's email id. Later when
his wife will open the play store the application will be
automatically installed/updated as a premium.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_1: If the device that already has the app installed is rooted, you can pull the `.apk` file. This can be achieved a few different ways:
* using a specialized app (such as [AppMonster](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.android_telefonie.appmanager) or [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup))
* via `adb pull` if the ADB daemon runs in root-mode (it usually doesn't, but that can be achieved using [adbd Insecure](http://www.appbrain.com/app/%5Broot%5D-adbd-insecure/eu.chainfire.adbd)) [src](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/53904/37474)
* Using a file explorer and granting it root access, and searching for the apk in your `/data/` partition
DISCLAIMER: As long as you pull these files "for backup" but keep them to yourself, there shouldn't be any legal risks. Any other use may constitute [warez](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Warez). Using this method to install the .apk file to another device is at your own will and risk.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: If the app is available from Amazon's app store you can buy the app on Amazon from a PC and then install the App on the phone from Amazon's app store app.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Good question, there is no gift system in google play like Steam has. This app has a free version limited to 4 simultaneous cameras and 30 secs audio, try that one. If she really needs the full vesion, you can register your pay method, but each time you CHANGE one payment method to your google's account they discount 1,5 USD from you credit card so take that in count.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/26 | 574 | 2,274 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm choosing option to add MFA in the Google accounts, scanning barcode, secret is added. Name of the account in the Authenticator is correct. However, when I try to enter the generated code - Google says it's incorrect. The same on all attempts.
Ideas?
UPD I've tried syncing time from the Authenticator - still getting errors
UPD2 Can it be the reason that I previously had Authenticator installed on another phone with different email?<issue_comment>username_1: Have you tried the following (taken from [Google Authenticator site](https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/185834?hl=en#sync):
>
> **My Google Authenticator codes aren’t working (Android)**
>
>
> This might be because the time on your Google Authenticator app is not
> synced correctly.
>
>
> To make sure that you have the correct time:
>
>
> 1. Go to the main menu on the Google Authenticator app
> 2. Click Settings
> 3. Click Time correction for codes
> 4. Click Sync now
>
>
> On the next screen, the app will confirm that the time has been synced, and you should now be able to use your verification codes to sign in. The sync will only affect the internal time of your Google Authenticator app, and will not change your device’s Date & Time settings.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I had similar trouble when I got a new phone. The app was installed on the new device (because apps were synced with the cloud) and it created codes but they were rejected by the google services on a PC. This helped:
* on the PC: log in to google once with a different method
* go to account settings > security > login to google > 2-step-verification > Authenticator App > change smartphone > android => a QR code is shown.
* on the smartphone: open Google Authenticator > click on "+" button > scan barcode
* scan the QR code from the PC
this created a new account in the authenticator app, creating different (correct) codes
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Your codes are most likely TOTP codes meaning they are time based. The simple fix is to to make sure all your devices are using the correct timezone (time is setup correctly). If the time on your devices are correct, but you are still having problems its most likely the browser.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/26 | 518 | 2,020 | <issue_start>username_0: ...when it reaches the point where it asks to confirm my PIN, an error message saying "Unfortunately, Android keyboard (AOSP) has stopped". So i'm unable to type my pin in. Any suggestions?<issue_comment>username_1: Have you tried the following (taken from [Google Authenticator site](https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/185834?hl=en#sync):
>
> **My Google Authenticator codes aren’t working (Android)**
>
>
> This might be because the time on your Google Authenticator app is not
> synced correctly.
>
>
> To make sure that you have the correct time:
>
>
> 1. Go to the main menu on the Google Authenticator app
> 2. Click Settings
> 3. Click Time correction for codes
> 4. Click Sync now
>
>
> On the next screen, the app will confirm that the time has been synced, and you should now be able to use your verification codes to sign in. The sync will only affect the internal time of your Google Authenticator app, and will not change your device’s Date & Time settings.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I had similar trouble when I got a new phone. The app was installed on the new device (because apps were synced with the cloud) and it created codes but they were rejected by the google services on a PC. This helped:
* on the PC: log in to google once with a different method
* go to account settings > security > login to google > 2-step-verification > Authenticator App > change smartphone > android => a QR code is shown.
* on the smartphone: open Google Authenticator > click on "+" button > scan barcode
* scan the QR code from the PC
this created a new account in the authenticator app, creating different (correct) codes
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Your codes are most likely TOTP codes meaning they are time based. The simple fix is to to make sure all your devices are using the correct timezone (time is setup correctly). If the time on your devices are correct, but you are still having problems its most likely the browser.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/26 | 333 | 1,315 | <issue_start>username_0: I've consolidated my 5 'pages' of apps into 3 pages.
Now I have two blank pages that have no icons in them.
These are the pages that are represented by the small squares on the home page screen that take you to these various pages that have colletions of app icons.
Having moved apps/icon to other pages, the last two pages are now blank. How can I actually remove them?
This is a Samsung Galaxy s5 running Android 4.4<issue_comment>username_1: Finally found that if I went to one of the blank screens and then pinched out from there, I was able to see a trash can at the top and then I could move that empty page into it.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Go in your home sreen, push the settings button for 1-2 seconds or try to zoom, and then all your pages will appear, now you will be able to delete the pages you don't need anymore by clicking on delete or maybe there is a button in the top right corner.
Hope it will help.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: For Xiaomi MI-4, to remove additional blank home screens, put three fingers in blank home screen. And swipe slowly to left and right. This will bring all the home sceen in one sceen with option to delete It and add as well. I did the same way and deleted 5 blank home screens.
thanks.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/27 | 1,181 | 4,379 | <issue_start>username_0: I have already read [this](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/28100/android-os-is-continuously-downloading-something-in-the-background-how-can-I) and
[this](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/58620/android-os-uses-a-lot-of-data-in-background-how-to-turn-auto-system-update-chec) but can't stop the automatic blackground update.
I currently use Samsung grand 2 dual (SM-G7102) android 4.3 and **cellular** mode.
I'm setting-->usage “Restrict Background data” but the android OS is still running the updates in the background.(see picture)
help me please.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/kOx91.jpg)
Click image(s) for larger version
I'm setting “Restrict Background data” in 24/08/2557 but On 25/08/2557, "Android OS" was still sending out to cellular.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/NDwIJ.jpg)
Click image(s) for larger version
I'm allow Facebook, Line and Messager can use cellular but don't want the "Android OS" Update. The mobile is rooted
The "android os" was “Restrict Background data”.
Help me please.<issue_comment>username_1: This is due to Google Backup.Switch Google Backup off and your problem will be solved. Follow these steps:
1. Open Photos app.
2. From options goto Settings.
3. Touch Auto Backup and switch the toggle On or Off.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: All other things are also helpful like disabling **Auto Sync
Background data**, etc.
Try doing this:
* Go to **Settings -> Apps -> All Apps**.
* Go to the last app **Update Centre** and then tap on it.
* After opening it tap on **Force close**.
I think is is the probable cause of the background data usage by Android OS. And by doing this you may get rid of it.
**Note**: You need to remember that you will have to do this trick every time you restart the device. If you have a pending System Update, then its icon from the notification tray will disappear. This directly means that your device will no longer search for System Updates until you restart it.
In short, to stop OS using mobile data, force stop Update app.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Go to Settings → Data usage → click on the 3 vertical boxes in right top corner → tick the Restrict background data → then remove the tick in Auto sync data.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: If you agree then try to use developer options. By using this option when you leave or minimize your app with home button or anything other, your app activity automatically stop. It shows only activity view on task manager but displays activity as not working.
Go to settings -> find Developer option. Tap seven time on developer option and new Developer window will open. Now find "Do not keep activity". If it is not marked, then mark it. By default it will be not marked. Now try to open any app activity and minimize. Then try to restart activity from recent task and see magic. It will not start. It means it stoped.When you want to disable this from working then simple switch off your developer option.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_5: You need to install a "Root Firewall" in your mobile by which you can control the Internet connectivity of all apps (including system apps). They also offer to block only Data connection and not wifi connection for a specific app.
The app I'm using is "[AFWall+](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=dev.ukanth.ufirewall)" (free).
Note: This type of apps only works on Rooted android phones.
[Here](http://lifehacker.com/5789397/the-always-up-to-date-guide-to-rooting-any-android-phone) is the greate article about rooting in android. It is highly recommended for you to know everything about rooting before choosing this option.
If you have decided to go along with AFWall+ and you understand the risk of rooting your mobile device then visit [this](https://github.com/ukanth/afwall/wiki/FAQ) link to configure your AFwall+ for the first time use.
Further check [this](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/116389/switch-to-default-keyboard-in-password-fields/116484#116484) answer by @firelord for step by step configuration and screenshots of AFWall+.
If you need further help and have a question related to this answer please comment. I'll be happy to help you.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/27 | 377 | 1,608 | <issue_start>username_0: The tablet won't go past the allwinner startup menu. A restart was tried but it never worked. This is a Chinese android tablet. It is an *allwinner A20*. Operating system android 4.2.<issue_comment>username_1: You should be able to access the default recovery on your Android tablet and do a factory reset. To do so turn off the tablet and then while holding the Power button press Volume Down and hold for about 10 seconds. If this doesn't work try Volime Up or both. You should be now in the recovery and you can navigate with Volume Up/Down and confirm with Power button. If this doesn't work then your device may need a bit more attention.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I have a mid android phablet. Had some issues too, but not that one. Here is a link, they have a lot of suggestions for android tablets (under forums heading, then android tablet): <http://www.androidtablets.net/search/33094/?q=android+tablet+frozen&o=relevance>
I did a query with "android frozen tablet" in the search. The search engine is somewhat off on the queries, so search using some of the words or fewer words, otherwise it might not bring up any hits, when there are suggestions/solutions. This query brought up some suggestions with the mid tablet. The second suggestion seems possible as many of my issues with the tablet were resolved with simple things, but not things you'd think would be the solution.....It said if frozen to let the battery run down all the way, and then plug it into the power adapter and the other person says there's started working then?! Good Luck!
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/27 | 843 | 2,974 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to completely disable all 2g connections, but allow 3g and 4g connections. Is this possible? how would one go about doing such a thing?
I see options to disable 3g/4g to "save battery life", but I am looking for the opposite of this option.
command-line/root hacks are OK.<issue_comment>username_1: Yes it's possible but you need a rooted phone.
You can then install the Xposed framework, and the Intelli3G module (available on the [Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.voidvapps.intelli3g) or [on xda](http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-4/themes-apps/app-intelli3g-2g-3g-4g-toggle-battery-t2580234)). Inside the app, you can set any combination you want, like LTE/WCDMA which means 4G/3G but not 2G.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Izzy's comment to the original question is actually correct.
On your phone's dialler, dial `*#*#4636#*#*` and open the `Phone information` menu.
In the `Set preferred network type` setting, you can now select the combination of network types that suits you most.
Unfortunately the list of network types uses fairly confusing abbreviations, I'll try to shed at least some light on it:
* 2G: GSM
* 3G: CDMA, EvDo, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, WCDMA (competing standards used in different countries)
* 4G: LTE
I don't have the first idea what 'Global' and 'unknown' do.
Some entries have additional remarks:
* only: use only this particular standard (d'uh )
* auto (PRL): when your provider's network is unavailable, use the 'Preferred Roaming List' to determine roaming networks preferred by your provider (e.g. that your provider has partnered with)
* preferred: probably means that other network types are not used unless the preferred are unavailable. This may differ from default behaviour because by default, a 2G network may be used even if a (weaker) 3G or 4G network is available.
Remember the original value, in case you pick one that doesn't work for you.
To downprioritize 2G, you might want to try `LTE/CDMA/UMTS auto (PRL)`: It covers 4G and most 3G standards, falls back to 2G if nothing else is available, and uses a PRL for roaming.
If you're still frequently stuck in 2G mode because you're moving around in an area where 3G/4G is available, but sketchy (for example if you frequently pass through staircases that block all but 2G), you can completely disable 2G by selecting something like `LTE/TD-SCDMA/UMTS` and see if that works for you (depending on which network types are used in your country).
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: You don't need to root the phone. Just install some third-party app from the Play Store to generate an app shortcut (I used "Create Shortcut"). Then, under the application menu, search for 'Mobile Network'. Then, you can either execute it for one time or create a home screen shortcut. Inside this, you can force disable the 2G.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/27 | 200 | 773 | <issue_start>username_0: Recently i bought a Moto G phone. When i tried to install Whats app+ in it, it won't allow SMS verification as well as voice verification.My Android version is 4.4. I also enabled install from third party apps. I don't know what is the problem with it. Please suggest me some solution .<issue_comment>username_1: Sorry Whats app+ is down. They infringes the rights of use of whatsapp.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: 1. Uninstall Whatsapp plus and delete Whatsapp folder using file manager.
2. Install official Whatsapp from Play Store and Verify your number.
3. After complition of verification, just chat with few and then Uninstall Whatsapp.
4. Now finally install Whatsapp Plus and this time it will verify your number.
Done.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/27 | 241 | 887 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to play back .mp4 videos that have chapters embedded in them. They play fine on desktop players like VLC, and on my iPod, but I can't select/choose/jump to these chapter markers on Android. What am I missing?<issue_comment>username_1: Try to use VLC for Android. :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: It's likely because the player app you are using is not aware of the embedded chapters. I recommend searching Google Play Store for video player apps that support this feature.
A quick [Google search](https://www.google.com/search?q=android%20video%20player%20chapters) points to [Simple Cinema](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.devrev.simplecinema) and [XBMC](http://wiki.xbmc.org/index.php?title=Android) (not on Google Play). I have not tried these personally, but this should start you off in the right direction.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/27 | 496 | 1,751 | <issue_start>username_0: While trying to know the pits available in my phone (Samsung GT-I9082, the Grand Duos) heimdall (in Linux) throwed me this error.
What does it mean?
How to resolve it?<issue_comment>username_1: There are a few options here, let's do the easiest first:
1. Do **not** boot into Download mode from the "4 way menu" from the device, this will cause issues. Ensure you turn the device off and boot into recovery with the `Volume Down` + `Power` buttons.
2. Ensure `USB Debugging` is enabled on the device.
3. Ensure [samsung-kies](/questions/tagged/samsung-kies "show questions tagged 'samsung-kies'") has no processes running, or just uninstall it completely. It causes a LOT of issues with USB Drivers.
4. Ensure you have the correct USB Drivers installed for your device.
5. Try a different USB port, and cable if possible.
6. Try deleting `/System/Library/Extensions/Heimdall.kext` and reinstalling Heimdall
7. Try running this command: `sudo kextload /System/Library/Extensions/heimdall.kext` if you get an error then point 3 is your error!
8. Ensure Heimdall has the correct permissions: `sudo chown -R root:wheel /System/Library/Extensions/heimdall.kext`
9. Reinstall your OS (Linux) from scratch (this is a rather **nuclear option** to be honest)
Finally this is more general for other users. If you are using a Mac OS run the following:
```
$ sudo kextunload -b com.devguru.driver.SamsungComposite
$ sudo kextunload -b com.devguru.driver.SamsungACMData
$ sudo kextunload -b com.devguru.driver.SamsungACMContro
```
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: For me, the solution was booting into download mode AFTER powering off my phone first. I used to go into boatloader mode directly while my phone was on.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/28 | 1,134 | 4,454 | <issue_start>username_0: I've spent the last 15 or 30 minutes trying to login to the Gmail app and the Play Store on an ASUS TF-101 tablet. During the same time, I've visited a desktop computer, logged out, re-entered the username and password, and logged back in just fine.
Here's a cropped image after attempting to login to Play Store. I'm certain the username and password are correct from testing on the desktop:
The tablet has internet connectivity, and the time is set correctly. I even performed a factory reset and the problem still persists.
A few questions:
* Any ideas why I've wasted 1/2 hour trying to login using this tablet?
* How do I login into Gmail App and Play Store using Gmail credentials on an ASUS TF-101 tablet?
* Why am I being forced to use a password mask created for a 1960s teletype terminal in 2014? I certify that no one is standing behind me.
* How do I remove the password mask so I can actually see what's being entered?
Related: I found a similar issue at [Can't log in via Gmail app but browser login is fine](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/48003/cant-log-in-via-gmail-app-but-browser-login-is-fine), but the time is set correctly and there are no other helpful answers.<issue_comment>username_1: I had a similar problem, until I found out that the touchscreen was messed up, and was typing a certain letter twice, so try typing your password in the username field and see if it's typing it right, just to make sure.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: As a workaround for not seeing the password, you could type your login name and password into an app that uses plain text, like a notebook or even an email. Then copy each, one at a time, and paste them into the name and password field for the login. It seems like I've seen an option to show passwords somewhere, but I enabled that, and I still don't see passwords, so I have no idea what that does.
If you still can't log in, then perhaps the server is not set to what you think it is for some reason. That's a long shot, considering the facts as you posted, but it's a possibility, I guess.
One more thing... you don't use two-step verification, do you? I had a lot of little problems with using that along the way, including not being able to log in to a few apps that didn't handle it correctly. And gmail requires a different password if you use it, for some reason.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: It appears Google Play and Gmail wanted an [Application-Specific Password](https://support.google.com/mail/answer/1173270).
I can only say "appears" because I never got a message that remotely stated it, and when I created on the problem went away.
Great job Google. I can't image how many hundreds or thousands of hours have been wasted because Google can't be bothered to get the error message correct.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Go to *Security* in *Settings* and check *Make passwords visible* so that you can see what you are typing actually.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: I had a similar problem with another Android tablet. 2 step verification was turned on, but after typing correct password and code, I got a similar screen to the original post.
Google help was unhelpful but I managed to solve it by attempting to apply an app password. [Note that in this fix, for me, I did not in fact need to set an app password].
At one stage, in a seemingly Catch-22 style situation, I got asked for my password and a code as per standard 2-step verification, but this time it all worked and my tablet signed into my Google account. Fixed!
An inelegant but effective solution! Unfortunately I cannot seem to recreate the process, and I do not want to risk not being able to sign in again, so I cannot give detailed steps to follow.
Keywords: "app password"
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_6: Did u set 2 step verification to your Gmail account? If yes then you need to set **Application Specific Password** to your account.
1. Login to your Gmail from Desktop.
2. Goto Settings page.
3. Find Authorizing Application & sites page.
4. Goto Application Specific Password section
5. Set your app name and device and Password, then click Ok.
6. Now you can login to your app with that new Application Specific Password.
For more help visit this page.
<https://support.google.com/mail/answer/1173270?hl=en>
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/08/28 | 366 | 1,489 | <issue_start>username_0: I use the Contacts app with this icon
and write something in the search field to find a contact.
I click the contacts name and come to this screen:
Now, I have found no way to edit the phone number.
Clicking inside the box with the green caller will call the contact.
Clicking the menu will give me the menu alternatives: Delete, Join, Add to Home screen.
There is no text anywhere that sais "edit contact" or the like.
Clicking the contacts name will not result in anything.
Clicking the contacts photo will show it bigger.
Long clicking inside the box with green caller will popup a menu with the alternatives "Forward contact" and "Copy to clipboard".<issue_comment>username_1: That's because the contact is synced to your contacts via online account (Facebook in this case). You are not allowed to edit that contact that is why there is no option of editing it. Get it!
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I don't know if you have found the answer you are looking for but I found if you click the join button in the edit menu you can combine two contacts into one. So all you need to do is make a contact for the person with their number or what have you and then join it with the facebook contact listing.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Long press the contact and then the edit button will show up !
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/08/28 | 331 | 1,384 | <issue_start>username_0: My WhatsApp icon has recently disappeared from my phone completely. It's neither on the home screen, nor the main menu. When I go to the Google Play store, it shows that it's part of my installed applications. I uninstalled and re-installed the app, but it still doesn't show the main icon, so I'm unable to even open it... Even though it says it's installed on my Samsung Galaxy S2.<issue_comment>username_1: Perhaps its just hidden. Click menu 》unhide
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: By removing and installing again the battery I solved the problem. The icon reappeared immediately after doing so.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Things I would try:
a) Just reset the phone if you haven't done already(turn it off and on
b) Uninstall the app, remove the sd, and install it again. There might be a problem with your SD card, and if the app is automatically installed there, maybe that's the reason you can't see it
Which launcher are you using? I believe you can see the app in the settings -> applications list?
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: Go to settings --> apps-->on the top right corner, click on three dots and choose protected apps. Now you should see all installed apps and only the one's which are installed and missing will have a tick mark next to it. Uncheck and reboot. You should see the missing apps icon .
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/28 | 174 | 703 | <issue_start>username_0: In BlueStacks I'm trying to login to 8 Ball Pool (by Miniclip) but there's no way to type. The android keyboard doesn't show and my pc keyboard is not working at that point of the login.
How can I log into this game?<issue_comment>username_1: After a restart, the language setting default keyboard was turned on while it needs to be turned off. Once I turned it off the regular android keyboard was back.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: In BlueStacks Settings, go to IME settings then click OnScreen Keyboard. Go back to 8 Ball Pool (Or any Miniclip game) and when you click Email or Password to log in the OnScreen Keyboard will now show. This worked for me.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/28 | 431 | 1,730 | <issue_start>username_0: I've just updated my Galaxy S4 (T-Mobile, in case that matters) from 4.2.2 to 4.3. Now when using the keyboard (default settings), if I get to the end of a word -- either strictly on my own or via one of its suggestions -- and then backspace, it deletes the whole word. Before, backspacing at that point deleted one character at a time. Often it's faster for me to correct a suggestion (or notice and fix a typo of mine) this way than to start over with that word. I'd like my phone to stop being so aggressive in cleaning up after me.
I don't remember setting something for this in the previous version (though it's been a while). I've walked through the settings for the device and in Twitter and Messaging (the apps where I've noticed this behavior so far), but haven't found anything that seems relevant. I have not rooted my phone and don't plan to.
Current settings, under Device -> Language & Input:
* Default: Samsung keyboard
* Samsung keyboard settings:
+ predictive text: on
+ auto replacement: off
+ auto capitalization: on
+ auto spacing: on
+ auto punctuate: off
* Keyboard Swipe:
+ SwiftKey Flow on
+ Cursor Control off
Aside from auto punctuate (which I turned off), these settings are as they came after the upgrade.<issue_comment>username_1: After a restart, the language setting default keyboard was turned on while it needs to be turned off. Once I turned it off the regular android keyboard was back.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: In BlueStacks Settings, go to IME settings then click OnScreen Keyboard. Go back to 8 Ball Pool (Or any Miniclip game) and when you click Email or Password to log in the OnScreen Keyboard will now show. This worked for me.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/29 | 225 | 722 | <issue_start>username_0: does anybody know what's the meaning of that icon ?
I have a new oneplus one since several days and today this icon appeared in my status bar.
<issue_comment>username_1: 
The icon in question (on the very left of this image) is `Vibration` mode on the One Plus One.
Technically (I guess) it is the 'phone profile' icon, in this case Vibrate.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: OnePlus One owner here!
Yes, the very left icon is the vibrate icon (assuming you are using CM11S and no extra icon packs).
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/29 | 434 | 1,766 | <issue_start>username_0: My friend (who texts me a *lot* of pictures of his kids) sent me a barrage of pictures and one video. Ever since then, texting him is excruciatingly slow. These things happen:
1. Just getting our text thread to open takes much longer.
2. When typing, some words get stuck and I have to wait until the word is completed.
3. When I do get the text written and hit send, the message disappears for a little while, then it appears, but as not sent yet, and then after 30 seconds, finally sends.
Texting all other people is just as quick as it ever was.
I'm wondering if it's because I've got so many pictures in the thread? Can't think of anything else.
I'm deleting some pictures, to see if it helps, and I think I might try clearing the app's cache, but I'm not sure what that does.<issue_comment>username_1: Might be a small bug because it is specific to only one contact. Hoping you've saved all the stuff you want from that thread, delete the thread/whole conversation. If you don't mind delete the *contact* also by writing his number somewhere. Now start fresh again by creating the contact again and see what happens. Comment.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I was having the exact same problem. After reading this question, I deleted the entire thread (which took my phone about 3 minutes) and it solved the problem. What a relief.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I have this same issue on my HTC One. Significant lag in a group text thread that has a lot of stuff (lots of messages and lots of pictures), and when texts are coming in, they're coming one after another.
Deleting the thread solves the issue until it gets big again. It seems like the app really struggles with a thread that gets too "heavy".
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/30 | 295 | 1,277 | <issue_start>username_0: After an update from T-Mobile to my alcatel Fierce, I cannot use my Settings app. It gives an error "Unfortunately, Settings app stopped working", so I reset my phone and now I can't do anything.
Any help on allowing apps from unknown sources or enabling USB debugging without the Settings app?<issue_comment>username_1: Might be a small bug because it is specific to only one contact. Hoping you've saved all the stuff you want from that thread, delete the thread/whole conversation. If you don't mind delete the *contact* also by writing his number somewhere. Now start fresh again by creating the contact again and see what happens. Comment.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I was having the exact same problem. After reading this question, I deleted the entire thread (which took my phone about 3 minutes) and it solved the problem. What a relief.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I have this same issue on my HTC One. Significant lag in a group text thread that has a lot of stuff (lots of messages and lots of pictures), and when texts are coming in, they're coming one after another.
Deleting the thread solves the issue until it gets big again. It seems like the app really struggles with a thread that gets too "heavy".
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/08/31 | 493 | 2,059 | <issue_start>username_0: What if you accidentally deleted some important apps and couldn't install them back because Google Play doesn't have them? For example android system, com.android dun server and com.android.lgsetup wizard (i.e. any prebuilt system apps). And every few seconds this message would appear:
```
Sorry! The process com.android.phone has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
```
And I cannot even go to the browser or Task Killer because every time I do, it would force quit. How can I reinstall those apps? I think I cleared all data for those but I did not clear the browser and so why can't I open the browser?
Do I really need to send it for repair or can I fix it?
Device: Nokia-X<issue_comment>username_1: You need to reflash the OS. First, find the stock ROM for your device: [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/17152/12442) explains how to get started. Then you'll need to consult the manufacturer's instructions for flashing a new ROM, and flash the ROM for your device.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: username_1 answer is correct and probably the best way to have everything restored.
Another way that could be easier depending on your knowledge is to find stock ROM, extract apps you deleted from your phone and push them back in your phone using adb.
Since you deleted system apps I am assuming that you have root access.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Since you deleted pre-installed apps, you have to be rooted. There a couple of options, basically involving the same steps.
Most likely for these options to work you'll have to have a custom recovery installed.
Goto one of the forums that caters to your device.
* Download and flash a custom ROM.
* Download and flash a stock ROM or the same ROM.
* Download and extract the files you deleted from the same ROM that is already installed. Then place them in their respective locations.
For flashing a ROM, there should be directions/instructions specifically for your device on the website you downloading from.
Good luck!!
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/31 | 856 | 3,811 | <issue_start>username_0: I use a Lenovo S600 tablet with Android Jellybean 4.2.2 OS, the problem is that the apps are arranged randomly as I install them which leads to a lot of confusion. I would like to arrange all the apps alphabetically so I know where to find the specific one I need. My previous tab had ICS OS which provided the option to arrange the iapps according to date or alphabet. But my current tab does not do so. How do I arrange them alphabetically?
Help would be appreciated.<issue_comment>username_1: I believe you are describing the difficulties associated with the automatic introduction of shortcuts by Google play to the Home Screen. This is indeed dependent on the download order you personally control. The problem you are describing is common to new users of a tablet or smartphone, and indicates the need to become familiar with the techniques of 2 separate applications: Google Play, and the Launcher that controls your Home Screen. On the devices I'm familiar with, there is no automatic resorting function of shortcuts on Launcher screens.
Google Play is the easiest to control, by starting its app and exploring the Settings menu. You probably have enabled "Add icon to Home screen". As apps are downloaded by Google play, their shortcuts are added to the Home screen. As each fills the available space on the grid, additional screens are created to accept new ones. They are maintained in the order the apps are downloaded. You may turn off this setting, or, based on your new understanding, capitalize on this action. I personally have it disabled, and create shortcuts manually, leaving myself a tightly-controlled layout.
These shortcuts can be shifted, deleted, and added manually from the Launcher, which controls the Home Screen. Press and HOLD them and they will follow your drag movement to new spaces, or to the Trash icon to delete them, or carried to other screens by dragging them to the screen margins, and waiting for the screen to shift in until it becomes the active one. It will accept its new location when your finger is removed, indicating it is dropped as to your preference. Some experimentation is acceptable, and the techniques will strengthen within minutes. To add a new shortcut, while on the specific Launcher panel, open the App Drawer, which will open to your alphabetic list of apps. Press and HOLD, and possibly drag, the specific app to create a new shortcut at your desired location.
Find specifics to your device in this [User Guide](http://download.lenovo.com/consumer/mobiles_pub/ideatab_s6000_ug/data/EN/chapter01.html). Chapter 1 clarifies the use of the Home Screen and Recent Apps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Please search "launcher" in the Google Play store. Pick one you like. Almost all of them do alphabetical sorting by default. Nova Launcher, Apex Launcher, SmartLauncher are some examples of what you will find when you search on google play store. What a launcher does is basically it changes visual layout of your icons and widgets. If you don't like a particular launcher, you could easily revert to previous or original layout simply by uninstalling it.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: I am using kitkat and found out that when you press and hold the blank space on the home screen you will see options then touch the 3 dots and under drawer settings and sort by choose title that way all your apps will be arranged alphabetically.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Get to the applications screen, hit the menu button (mine is upper right with three dots), click on view type then hit alphabetical grid. The customizable list allows you to move the icons around
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: From a Home screen, touch Apps.
2. Touch Menu ➔ View type.
3. Touch Alphabetical grid
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/09/01 | 275 | 929 | <issue_start>username_0: I am using Nexus 4 with Android 4.4.4 stock. Whenever I increase the volume while listening to music on my smartphone, I get a warning that listening at high volumes can cause problems to the ears. Is it possible to stop this message appearing?
I would prefer not to root the smartphone yet.<issue_comment>username_1: If you are rooted, you can try one of the following
1.`NoSafeVolumeWarning` in [Xposed Framework](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/xposed-installer-versions-changelog-t2714053)
2 .`Media Tweak Settings` in [Gravity Box](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/app-gravitybox-v3-1-5-tweak-box-android-t2554049)
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Once you are rooted, goto settings/sounds/volumes. Unchecked the safe headphone volume box and agree to warning about potential damage to your ears. That's what I did on my Nexus 7 w/4.4.4 ROM.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2014/09/01 | 444 | 1,632 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an Android device that has no internet connection. I managed to install MAPS.ME (MapsWithMe) on this device.
Where can I download good (detailed) offline maps to use with this app? I am interested in a complete map of Cuba. Importantly, I must download the map from a PC, and then copy this file to the device, since the device has no internet connection. How can I do this?<issue_comment>username_1: The maps data is stored in `/sdcard/MapsWithMe/`. For each downloaded map, there are 2/3 files (depending with route or not) and 1 folder:
* folder (empty)
* `Country.mwm` for map data
* `Country.mwm.routing` for its routing (direction) data
You need to download the map data from your PC (using Android emulator\*, refer to [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/3521/is-it-possible-to-install-android-on-a-pc/3523).), transfer the data from the emulator to your PC, then transfer the data again from your PC to your physical device.
\* for Android emulator, I recommend [BlueStacks](http://www.bluestacks.com/) since it's simple enough for general end-users. You can refer to [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/105503/how-to-transfer-files-between-bluestacks-and-windows-pc/) to transfer between BlueStacks and PC.
**Disclaimer**: I don't have any affiliations to BlueStacks. I just tried it and found that it's easier to use than Android SDK emulator and using ADB to pull the files
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: This is the direct link to download the map data: <http://direct.mapswithme.com/direct/latest/>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2014/09/01 | 361 | 1,615 | <issue_start>username_0: I have installed android lost app from www.androidlost.com in my Samsung Tab 2 GT-P3100. How can I uninstall it?The app is not visible in the list of apps.<issue_comment>username_1: To control the breadth of activities this app declares for itself, it probably has set itself up as a Device Administrator, to control the ability to run many aspects of your device automatically. It probably hides itself from uninstall while Device Administrator rights are active. I would start by searching Settings>Security>Device Administrators, and deselect the Android Lost App. Once deselected here, check the Task List to see if it has stopped running. Force Close if necessary. It may then appear on the Settings>Application manager list to allow for uninstall. If not, attempt a reboot, and check the Task List again. If necessary, Force Close the app again and attempt an uninstall. Understanding of these types of apps and their unmittigated control is why downloading from Unknown Sources is intentionally complicated.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I had to go to their web site, choose "push from google play" and then when I used the menu button on my Samsung I could access a menu that allowed me to revoke administrative privileges and then remove the program.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Go to 3 stripes appearing on the left corner of the screen. Click it. You will get next screen with few option in which 'Remove Administrative Rights'. Click it once to disable to the administrative rights. Now, you can delete the app like deleting any other app. Cheers!
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/01 | 315 | 1,265 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Moto G running 4.4.4.
When it's connected to a PC, it will only charge if the screen is locked: as soon as it's unlocked it will stop charging. In this situation, even if I lock the screen again it will not go back to charging.
When it's connected to the charger, it charges normally regardless of being unlocked or not.
What can be causing this problem and how to solve it?<issue_comment>username_1: The most likely cause is that your PC can't supply enough current over the USB connection to charge your phone while it's awake. Smartphones draw a lot of power these days, so their chargers use extensions to the USB standard to supply more power, so they can charge even while the phone is in use. Most PCs don't support these extensions, so they can't.
The solution is to use the charger to charge your phone. You can buy a Y-shaped USB cable which splits the power and data connections, so you can have it plugged into the PC and charger at once if need be. Some docking stations also have this ability.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Another possible cause is that this is done to protect the data on your phone. It can be unsafe to connect your phone's usb when unlocked. (usb condom)
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/02 | 236 | 978 | <issue_start>username_0: If I've made Hangouts handle my SMS, is there any downside to disabling the default Messaging app?
Does anything rely on that app being enabled?<issue_comment>username_1: I haven't experience any major problems after using the integrated SMS/Hangouts. Only thing is that you may take some time to get used to it. However, it's a matter of preference. Some may prefer separate apps to avoid pain of selecting whether to send SMS or start a Hangout. But to answer your question, no, nothing to be taken care of.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: On some devices, especially Motorola ones, disabling the stock Messaging app will cause any app that you set to handle SMS to crash when sending an outbound SMS. While other system apps may be safe to disable, I would recommend against disabling the stock Messaging app.
See [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/77254/sms-problem-moto-g-update-4-4-4) for more details.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/08/30 | 500 | 2,008 | <issue_start>username_0: I accidentally went onto a site via Google images and went off after half a second, (the page had been quarter/half loaded. I accidentally hit the undo button and it opened again, and I closed it again.
Virustotal had 1 scanner, "website security guard" say it was a malware site. Scumware.org listed 10 pages on the site having scrinject.gen b, and or trojan.blackhole.-1.
The page I accidentally visited was not one of the 10.
Is it possible these exploits/malware do anything to an android device? I know malware is prevelant on the app store, but can malicious / possible websites be danger for an android device? I am worried about anything that keylogs or steals info.
I scanned with AvG (Tablet), MBAM mobile, Clean Master, Clean Master Security, Avast and used ES file explorer to manually look around, and havent found anything. Clean master security found not an infection, but a vulnerability, named towelroot. I think this is on alot of devices, (not an infection, just a vulnerability).
I havent seen any notifications, ads, or had any redirects. Should I factory reset in case or is there no need?<issue_comment>username_1: in short. Yes.
They are plenty of malware sites out there, targeting android devices.
I recommend [avast](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.avast.android.mobilesecurity) or [bitdefender](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bitdefender.security).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_1: Don't ever believe that iOS or android cannot get viruses, they may be LESS susceptible to viruses just to the simple fact that there are significantly less viruses for mobile platforms as opposed to say windows. I strongly advise against going to websites from google images. I have battled for countless hours with other computer viruses that people got from browsing images from google. Try downloading AVG from the play store and running a few scans, I also suggest periodic cleanings with Ccleaner! Best of luck
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/09/02 | 658 | 2,185 | <issue_start>username_0: How i can set `iptables` rule like this on my rooted Android phone:
`iptables -t nat -A PREROUTING -i wlan0 -s 192.168.1.100 -p tcp --dport 80 -j DNAT -–to-destination 192.168.1.101:8080`
... since Android iptables implementation doesn't support protocol by name and DNAT?<issue_comment>username_1: According to [this question on Stack Overflow](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/4577268/iptables-in-android)
1. iptables is available in Android source distribution.
2. **Users of retail Android devices cannot access iptables** binary. **Even Android OS itself cannot access that binary.** This is hard-coded in Android. Many devices also don't have iptables at all.
3. The only way to access iptables binary is to build your own Android images. Check out <http://randomizedsort.blogspot.com/2010/08/building-android-and-linux-kernel-for.html>. Once you get comfortable with that process, check out <http://randomizedsort.blogspot.com/2011/03/porting-iptables-1410-to-android.html>.
`iptables` is a default module in [aosp](/questions/tagged/aosp "show questions tagged 'aosp'"), you can use netfilter to write c code to handle that.
For example, you can create an android project, and write a JNI file, use ndk-build to compile that, and then [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'") push the executable to the android file system to execute. And in the mobile end, you can adb shell to it, directly use iptables command as a root user, just like in Linux.
To check if your device supports iptables:
Issue the following command in ADB shell or in Terminal Emulator:
```
iptables -L -t nat
```
Alternatively you could try the beta of [IP Tables app on Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mgranja.iptables&hl=en) to see if it does what you want.
There is also [Droid Wall](https://code.google.com/p/droidwall/wiki/CustomScripts) that you could try. It supports scripts that may help, e.g.
```
$IPTABLES -A "droidwall" --destination "192.168.0.1" -j RETURN
```
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can try AFWall+ for example. Available in Play Store and in F-Droid.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/02 | 830 | 3,394 | <issue_start>username_0: My main android device is a phone. I recently aquired a tablet which I don't really use for email, calendars, etc. Therefore I want none of that data on the tablet.
I have disabled sync for all entries under my Google account, but the emails/calendars/hangouts which were already synced remain on the device.
How can I remove my emails/calendar entries/hangouts/etc from the device while keeping the play store credentials?<issue_comment>username_1: I'm not 100% sure for all apps involved, but for most the "general rule of thumbs" applies:
1. go to *Settings→Apps*
2. select the "All" tab (to also show pre-installed apps)
3. walk the apps one-by-one, open their entries, and select "Clear Cache" plus "Delete Data"
Especially exclude things like "Google Play Services", but include the "Calendar Provider" and "Contacts Provider" (or similar named entries).
It's a good idea to first make a [backup](/questions/tagged/backup "show questions tagged 'backup'") (just in case), and also to keep log of what you cleared. The former in case you hit one app too much, the latter in case you need to perform a [factory-reset](/questions/tagged/factory-reset "show questions tagged 'factory-reset'") one day – as after that, sync would be automatically enabled by default, and you can only disable it after having finished the wizard and re-created your account – so all calendars, contacts, etc. would be back.
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: *As always do a backup of your device before removing anything*
*If you don't understand something that is stated please ask, before continuing*
1) go into settings and turn off all syncs. Goto settings/apps/ locate the Google apps you don't want running. Clear data and disable each, one at a time. [Leave PlayStore, Play Services, Services Framework, and Accounts Manager intact; I'm not sure about Partner Setup and One Time Init, try those and if not working properly re-enable]
OR
2) assuming you are rooted: you can manually uninstall most of the Google apps. If you know which ones to remove!!! [Leave PlayStore, Play Services, Services Framework, and Accounts Manager intact; I'm not sure about Partner Setup and One Time Init]. I use /system/app-mover [ <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.j4velin.systemappmover&hl=en> ] to switch apps from system to user space, then delete from there.
OR
3) assuming you are rooted: the easiest way of slimming down on the Google apps would be to flash a minimal GApps to your device, that have the core requirements necessary for your apps from PlayStore to function properly. you can add-on any of the other features after that as needed.
Like I stated at the top, make sure you make a backup/nandroid so any issues can be easily corrected.
Good luck
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: Great answers are posted already. If your device is rooted, you can look for a custom rom such as Cyanogenmod, AOSP rom etc. These roms do not have Google apps by default. You have to flash them separately. If available, you can install a custom rom compatible with your device, then install a micro gapps package (also known as minimal google apps). The micro gapps package basically just include Play store and core services without all the extras such as hangout, google+, maps, etc. A good resource for custom rom is XDA forums.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/09/02 | 640 | 2,584 | <issue_start>username_0: This description is bad but I have been struggling with finding the right words. I searched SE for "android virtual keyboard loses touch mapping" and nothing that looked right came back.
1. Have a Galaxy Rugby Pro with Android 4.2 stock. Using standard Samsung keyboard app with occasional Google Voice.
2. Every three months or so, my Android phone virtual keyboard seems to lose its mappings.
3. Meaning, when I type a g, the keyboard actually registers a j. Same with other keys, usually in the central row but also has included backspace, space bar.
4. This only happens in the keyboard that comes up in portrait mode for messaging and Facebook, etc. Does not happen in landscape (which I don't use much, unless the problems with portrait are significantly hampering me).
5. I've tried app manager/samsung keyboard/reset keyboard. No luck.
6. The only thing that works for me is [to reset the phone completely](http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-s3/681807-issue-wrong-letter-selected-samsung-keyboard.html) with a factory reset.
7. That always fixes it, but reinstalling apps, redoing logins, etc is a PITA. I don't think backups are the answer because reinstalling would just reinstall the bad keyboard mapping.
So, two questions
-----------------
A. Is there any way I can prevent the problem from happening without doing a full phone reset?
B. What terms should I use in googling this problem? "Android keyboard mapping" just leads me to links about, well, keyboard mapper apps. "android keyboard wrong letters" brings me to the link about the factory reset and other not-useful items about installing non-english keyboard layouts, which is not my issue.<issue_comment>username_1: *For a fix*
===========
1. Open settings>apps
2. Go the all tab, swipe left 2x's
3. Scroll down to Samsung Keyboard and tap it
4. Tap on force close, then ok
5. Tap on clear cache
6. Tap on clear data, then ok
Problem should be fixed!!!
*Google search keywords*
========================
*galaxy rugby keyboard typing wrong letters*
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: My Android Rii keyboard started to play up and I tried changing the settings and clearing the cache and data but still got the wrong characters. I found the [Multilingual Keymap Redefiner](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=innerlife.keyboard.multilanguagekeymapredefiner&hl=en) app and remapped the failing keys. I couldn't download it from the Play Store in the UK so had to search for the apk and download and install manually but works a treat.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/03 | 549 | 2,223 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently purchased a used Moto X. I know the person I bought it from so I'm not terribly worried but here is my idea to shore up the security on a used device.
1. Don't put in your SIM card or log into any accounts
2. Factory reset
3. Encrypt device
4. Factory reset
5. Encrypt device
6. Install SIM, log into accounts
7. Enjoy
This seems like a solid way to make sure the device is completely wiped out... except for the boot loader. I'm not sure how the comes into play, or if this method even makes that big of a difference. The process I outlined isn't difficult, it just takes a few hours.
* Is it worth it?
* Can it be improved?
* What about the boot loader?<issue_comment>username_1: Factory-resetting twice is pointless. The first factory reset will already wipe all user data: the second won't delete anything that wasn't already deleted by the first. Encrypting the device is also a waste of time, because you've already factory-reset the device.
It might make some sense if you were the seller of the phone, and you wanted to overwrite the internal storage several times to make sure the buyer couldn't recover your data, but that's the opposite of what you want. A single factory reset will delete all the user data, giving you a clean slate.
If you're worried about the previous owner having left a backdoor in the OS, then ensure the bootloader is locked and flash the stock ROM yourself. This way you're sure to have a clean OS.
If you suspect the buyer has enough skill to backdoor the bootloader so that it will also make changes to the new OS as you flash it, and also disable signature verification so that it will still boot but looks like the bootloader is locked, then just don't buy a phone from them. If you think they're that good, and that desperate to get hold of your data, then they'll find a way around whatever you do. You just can't trust the device at all in that case.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Another option to secure delete info on your phone is to get the app [IShredder 3](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.projectstar.ishredder.android.standard) fom the Playstore to securely overwrite any data on empty space.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/03 | 227 | 933 | <issue_start>username_0: I downloaded an app called Kik off the Play store and I can't seem to find a way to log out of it so it doesn't drain my battery since it uses push notifications. Any tips? So odd that unless you want to uninstall it you can't seem to turn it off.
OS: 4.1<issue_comment>username_1: Well, according to KiK officials they don't have logout feature. But you can force a logout by resetting the app but the downside is this is going to wipe your conversation history. So, rest I would leave it to you to decide wether to remain logged in and keep draining the battery or force a logout by resetting the app.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If it uses push notifications, it doesn't drain your battery. That's the whole point of push: the app doesn't need to be running at all. Instead, the app is started by Android (specifically, by the Google Cloud Messaging service) when a message arrives.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/09/03 | 1,114 | 4,528 | <issue_start>username_0: I am Vietnamese and I cannot type my language on my Android phone i.e. Samsung Galaxy S4
So I look for apps that help me to input Vietnamese. My issue is that I'm affraid the apps will bug me and know everything sensitive that I type.
How can I know if one such app is safe to use?
p.s. I add a sample of such apps as below - Laban Key; with the required permission(s)
<issue_comment>username_1: You can't. A keyboard, by nature, is required to know everything you type, including your account credentials. Your best bet is to select keyboard coming from top developers.
My favorite? [Multiling Keyboard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klye.ime.latin&hl=en), supports multiple languages (including Vietnamese), highly customizable, the **only** keyboard I know of that doesn't require Internet permission (so the keyboard **can't** send what you are typing on the fly).
Some other popular keyboard that support Vietnamese includes Swiftkey (free), Swype (paid).
As for Vietnamese products, Laban is fine (comes from Vinagame I think), Gotiengviet also was used by hundreds of thousands users without any incident.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The new way Playstore lists permissions on install and update make it difficult at best to see what an app requests permissions for. While before that change, one saw at least those (but still didn't know what the app would do with them), now even that possibility is gone for good – except if you want to go to the website all the time to check manually.
The rant aside: As [Thanh already pointed out](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/81809/16575), a keyboard app by definition has access to everything you type (or would be useless otherwise), so there's pretty much no way from this approach. The only thing you could check for is one that doesn't request any network permissions. No absolute safety though, as it could use other means of transporting data from your device – so a little risk is always left.
On my site there's a possibility to [search for apps by permission](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/search "IzzyOnDroid: Search apps by permission"), but the app list there is far from being complete (my database has just a little more than 10.000 hand-selected apps recorded). A search for keyboard apps without the internet permission a.o. turned up [MultiLing](http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.klye.ime.latin) – an app which *Thanh* already recommended to you, and which has support for Vietnamese, and its sister-app [Multiling O Keyboard](http://www.appbrain.com/app/kl.ime.oh) requesting even less permissions (just the basic ones a keyboard app must have: read & write the user dictionary, plus one harmless: vibrate). But be welcome to check for yourself!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: The following are steps to follow in order to discover the app which might bug you. These below steps will also help you to find any application installed on your device is a bugging app or not.
1.Download the [permission checker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fsecure.app.permissions.privacy) application from the play store.
2.Download any keyboard application which ever is reputed based on the ratings and which suits your needs.(Don't forget to read the **privacy policy** as most of the users never read is the big and important privacy policy, **do not install any app with many one word reviews as these are normally suspicious**)
3.Later open the permission checker app and check what kind of permissions is the app requiring. In the app you will also get a brief 1-2 line description for the type of permission used by the application.
If you see any irrelevant permission to the app or you find it suspicious then you can un-install it.
last but not the least if you still do not understand the description given by the permission checker app then you can google the permission in your local language which shall give you the complete description.
You can not completely avoid the privacy of your app as it also depends on the type of internet connection you are connected and the level of security it has(i.e. the WPA2-psk is the most preferred connection in terms of wireless but WEP will still do the bit),if the device itself is bugged then your are possibly being eaves dropped.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/09/03 | 1,094 | 4,535 | <issue_start>username_0: I have recently replaced the stock Samsung system on my Samsung Galaxy Note 2 with Paranoid Android, but I don't like the dialer. I have tried a few alternatives and found some I like, but none of them replace the bit that actually makes the calls.
When I use, e.g. Dialer One, I get a great interface that I like, but the moment I press the call or answer button it goes back to the original interface.
Is there any way to completely replace it?<issue_comment>username_1: You can't. A keyboard, by nature, is required to know everything you type, including your account credentials. Your best bet is to select keyboard coming from top developers.
My favorite? [Multiling Keyboard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klye.ime.latin&hl=en), supports multiple languages (including Vietnamese), highly customizable, the **only** keyboard I know of that doesn't require Internet permission (so the keyboard **can't** send what you are typing on the fly).
Some other popular keyboard that support Vietnamese includes Swiftkey (free), Swype (paid).
As for Vietnamese products, Laban is fine (comes from Vinagame I think), Gotiengviet also was used by hundreds of thousands users without any incident.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The new way Playstore lists permissions on install and update make it difficult at best to see what an app requests permissions for. While before that change, one saw at least those (but still didn't know what the app would do with them), now even that possibility is gone for good – except if you want to go to the website all the time to check manually.
The rant aside: As [Thanh already pointed out](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/81809/16575), a keyboard app by definition has access to everything you type (or would be useless otherwise), so there's pretty much no way from this approach. The only thing you could check for is one that doesn't request any network permissions. No absolute safety though, as it could use other means of transporting data from your device – so a little risk is always left.
On my site there's a possibility to [search for apps by permission](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/search "IzzyOnDroid: Search apps by permission"), but the app list there is far from being complete (my database has just a little more than 10.000 hand-selected apps recorded). A search for keyboard apps without the internet permission a.o. turned up [MultiLing](http://www.appbrain.com/app/com.klye.ime.latin) – an app which *Thanh* already recommended to you, and which has support for Vietnamese, and its sister-app [Multiling O Keyboard](http://www.appbrain.com/app/kl.ime.oh) requesting even less permissions (just the basic ones a keyboard app must have: read & write the user dictionary, plus one harmless: vibrate). But be welcome to check for yourself!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: The following are steps to follow in order to discover the app which might bug you. These below steps will also help you to find any application installed on your device is a bugging app or not.
1.Download the [permission checker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fsecure.app.permissions.privacy) application from the play store.
2.Download any keyboard application which ever is reputed based on the ratings and which suits your needs.(Don't forget to read the **privacy policy** as most of the users never read is the big and important privacy policy, **do not install any app with many one word reviews as these are normally suspicious**)
3.Later open the permission checker app and check what kind of permissions is the app requiring. In the app you will also get a brief 1-2 line description for the type of permission used by the application.
If you see any irrelevant permission to the app or you find it suspicious then you can un-install it.
last but not the least if you still do not understand the description given by the permission checker app then you can google the permission in your local language which shall give you the complete description.
You can not completely avoid the privacy of your app as it also depends on the type of internet connection you are connected and the level of security it has(i.e. the WPA2-psk is the most preferred connection in terms of wireless but WEP will still do the bit),if the device itself is bugged then your are possibly being eaves dropped.
Upvotes: 1 |
2014/09/03 | 1,216 | 4,726 | <issue_start>username_0: I bought my Android phone a month ago (a [Prestigio 3350 Duo](http://www.gsmchoice.com/en/catalogue/prestigio/multiphone3350duo/Prestigio-MultiPhone-3350-DUO.html)) and installed maybe 5 apps on it, so according to the memory card I have almost 2 gb of free space, and 28 mb on internal storage. But when I try to install some apps it keeps showing off that message.
I don't know why, tried to clear cache (which helped a little) – but still I can't install an app of about 34 mb.
Can someone help me fix this problem? I know there're similar posts but I appreciate any help. Thanks :)<issue_comment>username_1: *Your apps are installed to internal memory natively, thus the 28mb space left*
1. In your *Settings → Apps* click on an app and if it gives you the option to move to SD card, try it. Not all apps can be moved and some apps won't work right if moved, on that use your best judgement. There are also some apps you can find that will do the same thing for you if the move to SD card isn't an option.
2. Thumbnails. This is refering to the SD card where there is enough space, but might be useful though:
* a) You can find the file (usually here: `/mnt/sdcard/DCIM/.thumbnails`, or something close to that) in your system that is storing thumbnails, erase that - its usually pretty large. That will give some extra space.
* b) Or if you not afraid to get into the system a little more you can do [this](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22636519&postcount=5&nocache=1&z=5741989773232490 "XDA Developers: Stop Stock Gallery From Creating .thumbnails Folder! Save SD Card Space") for a more permanent fix. \*\* With this you be switching another file out for the thumbnail file. That way it can't be recreated.
3. move any ancillary files (movies, music, photos, email attachments, downloads and etc.) to the SD card
*EDIT*
If rooted, you might be able [move `/data/media/obb` to SD card](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317290 "XDA Developers: Move folders from internal to external sd card") without errors.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The problem you are facing is not uncommon. Namely Android operating system (like any other) provides different partitions for different usages, among them there is a partition for user installed apps ("**apps partition**"), and that partition is usually 1 GB or 2 GB or less (depending on the total memory of the device). And you do have only 28 MB on your internal storage where the apps are stored. Long story short, those 2 GB of free space you have are not meant for apps but for media files (pictures, videos, etc.).
There are *two* solutions to your problem:
1. Moving apps from internal memory to sd card (not necessary external sd card). This will allow you to install apps on the internal memory while the data of the apps (which is usually bigger then the app itself) will be stored on your sd card. This is will give you a lot of free space for more apps of your choice. Downside is, every app you move to the sd card will not have a widget and will be slower to use. You can do this by installing [App2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.infolife.app2sd) from Play Store or any other app that can move other apps.
2. Different approach requires more technical skills. You can root your device, and manually change the partitions so you get more space on your "apps partition", but reduce system partition or cache partition. This procedure is a bit tricky and is different for each device. If you decide to do this a good starting point is the [XDA developers forum](httpS://forum.xda-developers.com) or simply google it for your specific device.
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: It has worked on Kitkat so may apply to older versions of Android
1. Settings > Storage > Phone Storage ( or could be Internal storage, wherever Google Play Services is) > apps > Google Play Services > Click Clear cache
2. (on the same page) Manage space > Clear all data > Manage search storage > clear now
3. press back button <- twice and you will end up on Google Play Services - App info page > press Force stop
4. Find Google Settings among applications or under Settings > Google settings > click on menu button on the page > Clear app data
Now you can launch Google play store and download desired application
Hopefully it works for you as well. Feedback will be appreciated.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_4: Try this, it worked for me.
Settings > Apps or App Manager > Google Play Services
Then, uninstall updates.
Try, downloading your app once again and it will work now.
However, you've to reupdate your google play for latest updates.
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/03 | 430 | 1,701 | <issue_start>username_0: My phone was in my pocket for the whole afternoon until one of my friends borrowed it then gave it back again then asked why did I uninstalled my Camera though I always use it. I tried to open my Camera but it always says "App not installed" I tried to find it in Google play to see if Lenovo Cameras were there but they weren't. I also opened my gallery and the same thing happened, to see... My Phone Camera and Gallery are connected. What should I do? Searched online but nothing really helps...<issue_comment>username_1: You can try 3rd party app from store like "Google Camera"..
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.GoogleCamera&hl=en>
Or if you are ROOTED.. then download .apk file of the Camera app and paste it into System folder and change its permission to Read Only. Then finally, Reboot.
Done.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If you do a factory reset, the stock camera app should return. The reset option is located under *Settings > Backup and reset* menu. You can also try third party camera apps as suggested by itsmeVusername_1.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I'd say your friend is making fun with you. If it's a system app (and there's usually a camera pre-installed that way), it cannot be uninstalled without root access (so you cannot have "accidentally uninstalled" those apps). He most likely disabled camera and gallery.
1. Go to *Settings → Apps*
2. Select the "All" tab (to list pre-installed apps as well)
3. Scroll the list to find your camera app. Check whether it is marked "disabled".
* if so: tap that entry, hit the "Enable" button, done.
4. Repeat previous step for your gallery app
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/09/04 | 630 | 2,433 | <issue_start>username_0: I am following [this](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2708628) guide to root my HTC One M8. I just need root, I don't need a custom ROM.
I have gotten to step 7 (weaksauce). I can install weaksauce fine and it roots my device (at least, it says it roots it).
However, when I try to run SuperSU (downloaded from the Android market, latest version) it says `The SU binary needs to be updated. Continue?` It says this in my notification bar as well. I click `Continue` and it says `Installing, please wait. If you see this message for more than five minutes please restart and try again`. After about 30 seconds, it says `Installation failed ! Please reboot and try again`.
I've tried it multiple times with all forms of rebooting (adb reboot, holding power button, etc) as well as a factory reset (which put me back down to 4.2.2), however it keeps giving me this error.<issue_comment>username_1: I have had this issue and there are 3 ways to try to get around this.
You will need a custom recovery to attempt 1. or you can use Odin alternatively for 2. below. The `superSU` binaries are often (but not always) installed via [recovery](/questions/tagged/recovery "show questions tagged 'recovery'") and the app itself gives this option.
1. When `superSU` asks you to update the binaries, rather than select 'Normal' select 'Recovery' and see if it can install that way.
2. Flash `superSU.zip` directly in your recovery or `Odin`. [Here is the link to Chainfire's latest version](http://download.chainfire.eu/452/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.02.zip). I have tried this myself and it fixed the issue for me on a number of devices.
3. Install an alternative super user app from the market. (This can be messy, and you need to ensure `superSU` is completely removed)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can only achieve perm root by unlocking Bootloader then flashing a custom recovery. This cannot be done in Odin as the previous answer dictates. It must be done via adb. There are a couple of methods that work for unlocking the Bootloader but the only gurantee is Sunshine. After the Bootloader is unlocked flash a custom recovery(TWRP,CM OR PhilZ touch) via adb. The latter is what I would recommend if your used to using CM on previous devices. There are plenty of tutorials as well as how to vids on YouTube and it is really quite simple. Hope this helps
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/04 | 363 | 1,524 | <issue_start>username_0: I created a password lock on My Galaxy Note 3 with the Android Device Manager web site.
How can I cancel it or administer it?
(I have reduced the hassle a bitb y creating a simple password on the website)<issue_comment>username_1: When locking a device using Android Device Manager it replaces the previous "Screen lock" with a password. Once you have entered the password you can follow these steps to remove/replace the screen lock:
1. Go to Settings > Security > Screen lock
2. Enter the password you entered via Android Device Manager
3. Choose your new screen lock method (Pattern, Slide, PIN etc.)
Steps performed on a Nexus 5, they might be slightly different on other devices
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: The title is a bit confused. @username_1's answer works for the situation that you want to delete the password in the case you knew the password. However, in most of the cases we want to remove the password we just forgotten. My answer is based on this.
For Android 4.4 and below, you can sign in Google account to reset the password.
For Android 5.0 and above, you can set a tmp password for the phone via Android Device Manager service. And use the tmp password to unlock the phone.
If you used Samsung device, then you can reset the password with Find My Mobile service.
Added: Here is a detailed guide on how to [reset android password](http://www.androidphonesoft.com/resources/forget-lock-password-android.html) in 3 different ways. Best for beginners.
Upvotes: 2 |
2014/09/04 | 516 | 2,203 | <issue_start>username_0: While looking at my Android browser settings, I notice there is this advanced setting for individual websites.
So far I have only Twitter using this special setting on my browser. But I do not know what is inside. I can clear history, clear cache, clear forms, clear passwords for all websites at the click of a button. But I need to clear this website data individually.
Does anyone has any idea what is stored inside this website settings? And how do I read the data in it?<issue_comment>username_1: It varies from website to website. HTML 5 has a feature called *local storage*, which lets websites store a modest amount of data in the browser for future visits. They're a bit like cookies, but can be used to store more data. Like cookies, different sites use it for different things.
Some sites (most commonly web games) use local storage to save the Javascript and other files the site uses, so that you can keep using/playing it even when you don't have an internet connection. Or they might use it as a *cache* for icons on the site, so it loads faster next time you visit.
Some sites use it to save your preferences on the site (e.g. search options, or what posts you've read) to give you the same view or content on multiple visits without you having to login and save preferences on the server. They might even use it for your content: for example, a forum site might save draft posts/comments in local storage before you post them, so your work isn't lost even if you lose connection to the site while writing.
Because the data aren't meaningful outside of the site, and only the Javascript on the site knows how to interpret them, Chrome doesn't offer a way to view or edit the data for each site.
[CSS Tricks](http://css-tricks.com/localstorage-examples/) has a brief description of local storage, along with some examples of what sites do or might use it for.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Open the website from a windows pc with firefox and [this addon](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/firestorage-plus/) to view exactly what is saved into localstorage...
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/09/04 | 621 | 2,235 | <issue_start>username_0: My LG G2 (and I assume other LG phones) have a "Cliptray" which replaces the clipboard with one where you can access the history. I'd like to remove this function as 1Password cannot remove copied passwords after a set time.
Phone is rooted, if that helps.<issue_comment>username_1: Please update to the latest version of the o/s now they have added this functionality...
To enable automatic clipboard clearing, go to Settings > Security > Automatically clear clipboard and tap on the the time interval that you would like. Like for example 30 sec and after 30 sec your clipboard will be emptied.
I hope that this helps!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Since the device is rooted, here's a way of disabling Clip Tray:
1. Go into Clip Tray and delete all entries.
2. In the file `/system/etc/permissions/com.lge.software.cliptray.xml`, change this line
```
<feature name="com.lge.software.cliptray"/>
```
to
```
<!-- <feature name="com.lge.software.cliptray"/> -->
```
This will put the feature in *comment*, and will not grant permission for this feature.
3. Reboot the device.
**Note**: You might still see the option *Paste, Cliptray* in your stock LG keyboard, which will not work after this modification but cannot be hidden or removed. A way to work around that is to use an alternate keyboard, like [Google Keyboard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.inputmethod.latin).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: With that permission edit, it affects how the screenshots are saved.
You get a warning toast about the file not saving, and then the "saving screenshot" notification, never goes away, until you reset your phone.
The screenshot does actually save though.
Edit:
You can avoid this side effect by instead running this command ([source](https://www.reddit.com/r/lgg4/comments/3ywx84/psa_how_to_disable_clip_tray_requires_root_or_twrp/cyig5lt)):
```
rm /data/data/com.lge.systemservice/databases/clipdata.db && ln -s /dev/null /data/data/com.lge.systemservice/databases/clipdata.db
```
Or
Select option B from this app, which enters the command for you: <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jfsoftware.disablecliptray>
Upvotes: -1 |
2014/09/04 | 1,226 | 4,355 | <issue_start>username_0: **Premable**: My MP707 phone gave me an "overheated battery" panic message earlier in the summer, adn told me to take out the battery immediately. (It had been sitting in the sun, and was probably just confused about the source of the heat, but I didn't think of this at the time, alas.) So I opened it up and took out the battery...without a shutdown first.
The next time I started it up, I got a warning about internal storage being damaged, and did I want to reformat it. Note: *internal* storage, not the SD card! I found that images and recordings I'd made were no longer accessible, and the voice recorder didn't want to function because it couldn't find a place to store the recordings.
Not long after, the phone started shutting down at random, and then wouldn't start up at all. I ordered a new battery, and went back to using my old phone.
A few days ago, I picked up the MP707 and it turned on just fine! (Still gave me the damaged memory warning) And as far as I can tell -- I'm a newbie in this phone stuff -- the internal storage seems to have gone missing.
**The meat of the question**: Following the advice here [How can I recover a deleted file on android](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/15869/how-can-i-recover-a-deleted-file-on-android) I managed to root the phone, install a terminal program, and start poking around. I'd like to do a raw copy of that internal memory, in hopes of recovering one or two things. But the first instruction is "Find out on which block device the file was on. Via mount". Well, `mount` tells me this:
(I can't figure out how to copy/paste from VNCLite...sorry).
Can anyone, looking at this, guess which mount point corresponds to internal memory, or tell me how I might determine this?<issue_comment>username_1: "Internal storage" usually refers to the `/data` partition. Unfortunately, your output is a little "cropped" and thus not easy to read (might be helpful to copy/paste it as text). It should correspond to the line reading
```
emmc@usrdata /data ext4 rw,relatime,noauto_da_alloc,data=ordered 0 0
```
which unfortunately doesn't show the block device (unless `emmc@usrdata` can be addressed as such; guess the missing character in front is a `/`?). Interesting fact to see is your `/system` partition is mounted read-write as well – usually it's mounted read-only, so it shouldn't be affected by such trouble. `/cache` can be ignored (or simply wiped/formatted without losing any data, as it only holds "temporary stuff").
The `*/vold/*` devices usually refer to your external SDCard, just for completeness, and entries using a file system like `tmpfs` or `devpts` are also safe to ignore (they are created on-the-fly on boot), similarly for `rootfs`, `proc`, `sysfs`, and AFAIK also `cgroup`. Using this rule, there's not much left to "backup and copy" ;)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: As username_1 said INTERNAL STORAGE usually refers to /data, it's the partition where apps are installed and where they keep their private data.
Also /storage/sdcard0 could be part of internal phone memory, called PHONE STORAGE it's an emulated sdcard (I can't tell if in your case that's emulated sdcard or real)
To make a raw backup of your data you need to know which block contains that partition, you can check it with this command:
```
cat /proc/emmc
```
Result should contain lines like this:
```
emmc_p7: 001a4c00 00300000 "usrdata"
emmc_p8: 004a4c00 0358dd00 "fat"
```
This gives you partition number **p7** , now you can use this command to list blocks:
```
cat /proc/partitions
```
Result should contain:
```
179 7 1572864 mmcblk0p7
179 8 28077696 mmcblk0p8
```
In this case to backup /data aka emmc@usrdata contained in **mmcblk0p7** block you can use this command:
```
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p7 of=/storage/sdcard0/usrdata.img
```
Supposing sdcard0 is working properly and there is enough space.
After that usrdata.img can be mounted in a linux box with:
```
sudo mount -t ext4 -o loop usrdata.img ./folder
```
P.S.
You might check how to use adb so you can open a console on your computer and issue commands to your phone connected with usb.
Upvotes: 2 |