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2015/01/24 | 238 | 828 | <issue_start>username_0: I've had this app (SIM Toolkit) since forever and can't seem to find a way to remove it.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/0j9vU.jpg)
(Click image to enlarge)<issue_comment>username_1: SIM Toolkit brings up a list of things like horoscopes, music videos, chat etc. It depends on your service provider and you're not really missing much by not being able to use it! You can't delete the app if your phone isn't rooted.
You can remove it if you're *S-OFF*/using a *custom ROM*. Just remove stk.apk from `/system/app` directory
But in my opinion leave it, don't bother removing it because it's really small app.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: You should let it be.
If you use a launcher such as APEX, you can hide the icon from the app drawer.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/24 | 436 | 1,788 | <issue_start>username_0: I have two Samsung Galaxy S3 phones running Android 4.3 (one for me and one for my wife)
I no longer use my phone regularly (I switched to another phone) but I still need it occasionally (for things that only run on Android)
My wife's phone has a broken screen (a big crack on the glass in the middle of the screen, the screen still shows the image and touch and everything else still works)
I want to swap everything between phones so that my wife has the intact phone (with everything she now has on the broken phone) and I use the broken phone.
So, what is the easiest way to swap the entire content of two phones?<issue_comment>username_1: If you are rooted you can use Titanium Backup to backup the apps and the data. Then restore in the other phone with the same app. Contents of internal sd card can be copied with ES File Manager
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: As both phones are identical (make that sure first!), there's even a possibility to "cross-clone" them:
1. First you'll need a custom recovery such as [clockworkmod](/questions/tagged/clockworkmod "show questions tagged 'clockworkmod'") or [twrp](/questions/tagged/twrp "show questions tagged 'twrp'"). Other than "stock recoveries", custom recoveries support...
2. [nandroid](/questions/tagged/nandroid "show questions tagged 'nandroid'") [backup](/questions/tagged/backup "show questions tagged 'backup'"): Using your new custom recovery, you can create a Nandroid backup of each device – which basically is a collection of "drive images" from all the partitions the device has. They will be stored on your SDCard usually.
3. Now swap the SDCards, enter the custom recovery again, and restore the Nandroid backup. With this step, the "body switch" should be perfect :)
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/24 | 229 | 880 | <issue_start>username_0: It seems Facebook is forcing users to install Facebook Messenger in order to view their messages. Is there a way around this or an alternative? I really hate how with the app messages popup in front of the screen and you have to drag them to the trash can.<issue_comment>username_1: A good alternative Facebook messenger app I heard about is [Fast Facebook](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.fastfacebook.com).
If you don't like Fast Facebook you could try [Friend Caster](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=uk.co.senab.blueNotifyFree).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can disable the message overlay for Facebook Messenger quite easily. Hit the Settings (cog) button in the top right of the app, then `Chat heads`, and turn it off.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/01/24 | 136 | 563 | <issue_start>username_0: In my Samsung with Android, when I open an MP3 file from the Dropbox folder, I hear the music, but when I go to another application, the music stops.
Is there a way to listen to the music in the background, while I do other things?<issue_comment>username_1: Download Google Play Music if it already isn't installed. It always works...
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to the pop up menu for the file and select export, Then save it to the device. Now it's on your phone and can be played via your native media player
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/25 | 357 | 1,303 | <issue_start>username_0: Most of the time, when I keep my device for charging, away from my PC where I work, I get lot of notifications from things like Gmail, WhatsApp, SMS and Hangout, and other communication apps.
I know that I received these notifications because I do get sound alert whenever I receive them.
But I need to walk to my phone to see what those messages are and then take appropriate action if needed.
Is there a way to send or divert these device's notifications to my PC? And respond to them from PC itself?
```
My Android device: Samsung Galaxy Tab 2(Android 4.1)
My PC: Lenovo B40-30, Windows-8.1
```<issue_comment>username_1: Serach for apps who solve this problem like these:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid>
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rsupport.mvagent>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: This should work for you:
**PUSHBULLET**: Pushbullet makes your devices work better together by allowing you to move things between them easily.
Never miss a call or text again while working at your computer.
See all of your phone's notifications on your computer. You can see text messages, phone calls, and more.
Link: <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pushbullet.android>
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/01/25 | 305 | 1,235 | <issue_start>username_0: I tried to connect Whatsapp on chrome. But when I go to <https://web.whatsapp.com>, QR code doesn't load. Rather it shows a continuously moving circle.
What might be the reason for this?<issue_comment>username_1: Right, that sounds to me like you might have a slow internet connection resulted by too many users online at the time or various other reasons.
I am assuming you are talking about the mobile version of Chrome (or do you mean the computer version)? This will work either way:
Try to restart your browser and making sure all add-ons and browser updates etc. are up-to-date. Close unnecessary tabs.
THEN:
You should just select the URL in the browser window and hitting 'ENTER' to "hard refresh" the page.
If you are on mobile data, try this on WIFI as it will be faster in most cases.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Make sure that you use the QR reader build in Whatsapp and not an separated app.
You can access the QR reader in Whatsapp by entering the menu at the main screen.
If `Whatsapp Web` doesn't show up in the menu list then you either haven't installed the latest version of Whatsapp or you have to reboot your device in order to make it appear in the menu.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/01/25 | 430 | 1,709 | <issue_start>username_0: I just installed [Turbo Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cooeeui.brand.turbolauncher) on my android device. When i activated it, my screen was black. I couldn't do anything. I thought rebooting could fix it, so i rebooted my phone.
But... my phone doesn't even start anymore! It's just staying on my loading screen. Nothing happens, it's just starting up forever.
This happened about an hour ago, and my phone is still starting up! I think it will never start again! I also can't turn my phone off anymore (because it's starting up)
So my question: what can i do about it? Is there a way to reset my phone or something?
Thanks a lot!<issue_comment>username_1: Right, that sounds to me like you might have a slow internet connection resulted by too many users online at the time or various other reasons.
I am assuming you are talking about the mobile version of Chrome (or do you mean the computer version)? This will work either way:
Try to restart your browser and making sure all add-ons and browser updates etc. are up-to-date. Close unnecessary tabs.
THEN:
You should just select the URL in the browser window and hitting 'ENTER' to "hard refresh" the page.
If you are on mobile data, try this on WIFI as it will be faster in most cases.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Make sure that you use the QR reader build in Whatsapp and not an separated app.
You can access the QR reader in Whatsapp by entering the menu at the main screen.
If `Whatsapp Web` doesn't show up in the menu list then you either haven't installed the latest version of Whatsapp or you have to reboot your device in order to make it appear in the menu.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/01/25 | 395 | 1,557 | <issue_start>username_0: Where in the phone filesystem are settings saved? I've lost my ADB backup password and simply want to delete it. If it affects other settings that won't matter too much.
I will be interfacing the filesystem through a root shell.<issue_comment>username_1: In my stock Android 4.2.1 the file responsible for holding Desktop backup password seems to be `/data/backup/pwhash`.
I took a backup of it, renamed it, restarted the device, and the password was reset to empty. Now I could create a new password from the **Settings** easily.
In CM12, I had to rename two files, namely `pwhash` and `pwversion`, and everything went well after a reboot.
**Note**: I noticed file modification in `/data/` to proceed and ultimately reach my conclusion, which of course works here.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: This worked for me on Moto X Play (6.0.1), stock ROM, unrooted and may be of use to others
I wanted to remove the password set earlier for a different reason
In USB configuration, I entered the previous password, in *Enter your current full backup password* and left **blank** in both *Enter a new password for full backup here* and *Re-enter your new full backup password here* and clicked on `Set Backup Password` and it accepted it meaning that I didn't have a backup password now !
I verified this running [Helium chrome extension](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/helium-backup/gpglbgbpeobllokpmeagpoagjbfknanl?hl=en) which requires backup password to be **blank** and it worked
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/26 | 373 | 1,460 | <issue_start>username_0: I am using JellyBean 4.1.2. There is a directory with a file that is with stange character. I use many app to delete it but did not success. And I use shell to look at it. When I issue ls command. it show lstat './as`a.5r' failed: No such file or directory. How can I delete this file<issue_comment>username_1: Google how to get short names for files using bash, and use that short file name with rm to delete the file using a terminal emulator. same for Windows too
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If your mobile allows to reboot into safe mode then enter safe mode and try deleting.
Otherwise only way is take a backup of the required content, format the memory then restore. Hope this helps..
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: I installed a terminal emulator app on my Android smartphone ([Terminal Emulator for Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm), which is [open source](https://github.com/jackpal/Android-Terminal-Emulator)) then I used it to change directory (`cd`) to where the file was and removed the file (`rm`).
You don't need to type the entire file name, you can use the terminal auto completion. On a Linux desktop, you could start typing `rm file_n` and hit the **Tab** key so the terminal would complete the command: `rm file_n@me`. On that emulator app, to emulate the desktop's **Tab** key, hit the **Volume up button** then type `t` with the keyboard.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/26 | 1,122 | 4,093 | <issue_start>username_0: On my Nexus 4 (Lollpop), the nav keys no longer respond when it is in portrait mode, and the q key no longer responds when it is in landscape mode. Here is the [bug report.](https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=41219) This has been discussed at the [Google Group](https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topic/nexus/7SNIT8xPYzc%5B1-25-false%5D), and <NAME> has brilliantly put together an unofficial [fix](https://github.com/gkraynov/nexus-4-navfix), but [it requires](http://status301.net/how-to-fix-nexus-4-unresponsive-soft-navigation-menu-buttons/) rooting the Android. (Correction: Maybe not rooting it, but definitely some dangerous digging around in the OS's innards.)
There are also occasionally ghost presses. (I configured my phone to show a white dot when there is a press, and sometimes there are a lot of them all together, usually in this malfunctioning area, without my pressing the screen.)
It's been called a hardware bug in the digitizer, but it looks to me like it's in the software layer -- why would one particular rectangle stop working?
Can anyone suggest a simpler way to fix this? It's hard to believe that Google would allow such a significant bug to go unfixed.
My workaround is to install the Button Savior Non Root app and an autorotator app (to enable 4-way rotate in every app). This workaround is more or less OK.<issue_comment>username_1: <https://github.com/gkraynov/nexus-4-navfix>
Fix making Nexus 4 navigation buttons alive after enigmatic hardware issue
```
LRX22C (Android 5.0.1)
LRX21T (Android 5.0)
```
See Releases to download UPDATE.zip. Verify your build number carefully! Wrong builds will not work.
If you are not familiar with flashing zips on you phone, there is comprehensive Tutuorial, thanks RavanH.
The root of issue
I had no believe on hardware-only root of issue. During digging inside touchscreen driver inside AOSP I've found deadzone processing. What does it mean? Immagine that you're typing a message and accidentialy clicks on navigation bar. This click could cause undesirable experience, but deadzone have some timeout after your last action and accidential touches should be ignored.
Unfortunately, Nexus 4 touchscreen could process deadzone in a wrong way after enigmatic hardware issue. This cause that deadzone locking locks same touch region forever. The easiest way to overcome this damn is disabling deadzone at all. It's exactly my script does!
I think that no deadzone is better than permanent dead area :D
Automated solution
To fix your phone, just connect it via ADB (Developer Options - USB debugging) and
$ git clone ...
$ ./all.sh
Flash UPDATE.zip via custom recovery. Enjoy!
Don't forget to save UPDATE\_ROLLBACK.zip in a safe place. Once you see OTA update alert, flash rollback, update and repeat. Never try to apply OTA for patched files, rollback first!
Prerequesties:
```
Broken Nexus 4 (as on video)
Linux machine (tested on fresh Ubuntu)
ADB installed
Custom recovery (no root required)
```
N.B. If you still having problems, try to install the following packages on your system
I didn't make all what they say, i just flash de update.zip on cuatom recovery with root permision, i am using havê four days and didn't stop to work, i'm note an expert just a curious
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I used [Nexus Root Toolkit](http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/) on my Nexus 4 with Android 5.1.1. Here's what I did:
* Rooted my Nexus 4
* Launch → Fastboot Flash → Recovery→ Latest CWM
* It installs Quick Reboot app in your Nexus 4. Open it and "Recovery" will reboot your device in recovery mode. If it asks for root permission, grant it.
* Install zip → Install zip from sideload
* In Nexus Root Kit → Advanced Utilities (Click on Launch in NRK)
* Launch CMD Prompt
* It will show you the path of current location. Copy the correct `UPDATE.zip` ([download](https://github.com/gkraynov/nexus-4-navfix/releases)).
* In your device, enter the command `adb sideload UPDATE.zip`.
That's it. Go back and reboot your device.
Enjoy!
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/26 | 451 | 1,818 | <issue_start>username_0: I am from Croatia and I was able to install and use(run) Spotify *free* version(not Premiumm I didn't sign up for free Premium or anything). None of my friends can install (or run) it because in order to use Spotify in Croatia you would need to have either an Unlimited or Premium subscription. Now week after using it I get this error message after trying to log in: "You appear to be trying to log into Spotify from a different country."
So obviously the first time I downloaded Spotify or Play Store thought I was in a different country. I was not using VPN or anything like that, so how can it be?
Other thing that interests me, can I trick Play Store or other app to think I'm in other country by changing my settings somehow?
P.S: I get promo messages form Spotify in Swedish language!<issue_comment>username_1: MediaHint has a beta program you could join [MediaHint Beta signup](https://mediahint.com/support/device-beta) or you could try [Hola Free VPN](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.hola)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If I remember correctly, the first time you login with your new Spotify account, you can enjoy Premium for a month or so.
Your Premium trial period may have run out.
There could be country restrictions in place.
It has been a while since I last stumbled across this problem with a friend's computer.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: With help from [<NAME>.](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/44325/andrew-t) I've got the answer to my question. For the first time I've used my Google Wallet, so that must be the reason for changing the country settings also in Play Store under My apps I don't have visible Spotify although I've have installed it nor do I have it when I search apps Store.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/01/27 | 363 | 1,439 | <issue_start>username_0: Has anyone experienced it before? The speech recognition (Google Now and speech input) is not working in Redmi Note 4G at all. I've tried cleaning cache, re-training, re-authentication, etc. but every time it says- "Didn't catch it. Please try again."
Can anyone please tell me what's wrong? Thanks for your help!
P.S: I'm having excellent WiFi connection with mic turned on. I've also checked all permission settings.<issue_comment>username_1: MediaHint has a beta program you could join [MediaHint Beta signup](https://mediahint.com/support/device-beta) or you could try [Hola Free VPN](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.hola)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If I remember correctly, the first time you login with your new Spotify account, you can enjoy Premium for a month or so.
Your Premium trial period may have run out.
There could be country restrictions in place.
It has been a while since I last stumbled across this problem with a friend's computer.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: With help from [<NAME>.](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/44325/andrew-t) I've got the answer to my question. For the first time I've used my Google Wallet, so that must be the reason for changing the country settings also in Play Store under My apps I don't have visible Spotify although I've have installed it nor do I have it when I search apps Store.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/01/27 | 239 | 882 | <issue_start>username_0: MOTO G 2nd gen, Mobile data not working (India) post Android Upgrade to 5.0.2 from 4.4.4...any clue..
could be linked to improper upgrade and is there a way to restore ??<issue_comment>username_1: Weirdly I inserted another sim into the 2nd slot(it has no service btw), and voila The excalamtion(!) mark is gone from the mobile network icon and Mobile data is back up. I just hope XDA doo take a look at this... And yes I had tried soft reset , factory reset, re inserting the sim and re registering , APN manual config etc etc..
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: My issue has been solved, I have changed my sim slot it is working now.
Previously I was using slot-2 for my sim so it was not connected to the internet, now I changed it to slot-1 the exclamatory mark has disappeared and the internet is working now.
-Thanks
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/27 | 702 | 2,723 | <issue_start>username_0: So I was trying to root my samsung android 4.4.2 using the software kingo root.
I first connected it to my pc and then began the rooting process. After it began, the pc app of kingo root was blank and showing no progress bar but i was able to see that it was connecting to the internet, after sone time, it stopped communicating with internet and an app was installed on my phone 'Kingo root'.
I then checked using a software if my phone was rooted but it showed that the phone was not rooted. Also, I couldn't find any SuperSU app on my phone.
My question is, when will i get to know that the rooting process has finished? Also, how do i reinitiate the rooting process given the current scenario of my phone?
Thanks<issue_comment>username_1: Success of rooting process depends on version of your system and model of your phone.
I rooted my Samsung Galaxy by installing apk directly on my phone.
You can try using Master Root (English version) from this site: <http://www.nextwap.net/mobile/vE4C-rxxce/root_master__english_version_.html> You just need to install then click the button - it worked in my case.
After that I recommend installing SuperSU from Google Play.
If you want to check phone for root, there's root checker app in google play
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Use **framaroot**. It's far better than kingoroot. Also kingoroot have some security issues too.
**I. Before You Begin:**
1. This will void the warranty of your device. However, you can reinstate the warranty by unrooting your device if there’s any unrooting procedure available.
2. This only works for some of the android devices.
**II. Downloading Required Files:**
1. [Framaroot APK](https://framarootappdownload.net/)
**III. Rooting Your Android Device (Framaroot Method):**
1. Once it’s been downloaded, head to *Menu>>Settings>>Security* on your device and enable the Unknown sources option.
2. Open the File Manager app on your device and install the app you downloaded earlier to your device.
3. Once the app’s been installed, launch it from your App Drawer.
4. Select Install SuperSU from the first dropdown menu.
5. As for selecting the exploit (there’re three, Sam, Frodo and Aragorn and I personally wish there should be Gollum too ;)), head to this page and see what exploit works for your device. Once you find it out, tap on it in the app.
6. The app should begin rooting your device, shouldn’t take too long to finish.
7. Reboot your device once it’s been rooted.
8. Voila !! You’re done!
You’ve successfully rooted your Android device using the Framaroot app and you should now be able to see the SuperSU app from your App Drawer!
Hope this will help you !! Happy Rooting.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/27 | 592 | 2,294 | <issue_start>username_0: Some companies are telling me that my games are better listed in some countries than in the US.
I'm using VPN to try to check if it's true, but the top free games seems to be the same in all countries. Am I wrong ?
Does the Google Play store have a different listing in different countries?<issue_comment>username_1: Success of rooting process depends on version of your system and model of your phone.
I rooted my Samsung Galaxy by installing apk directly on my phone.
You can try using Master Root (English version) from this site: <http://www.nextwap.net/mobile/vE4C-rxxce/root_master__english_version_.html> You just need to install then click the button - it worked in my case.
After that I recommend installing SuperSU from Google Play.
If you want to check phone for root, there's root checker app in google play
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Use **framaroot**. It's far better than kingoroot. Also kingoroot have some security issues too.
**I. Before You Begin:**
1. This will void the warranty of your device. However, you can reinstate the warranty by unrooting your device if there’s any unrooting procedure available.
2. This only works for some of the android devices.
**II. Downloading Required Files:**
1. [Framaroot APK](https://framarootappdownload.net/)
**III. Rooting Your Android Device (Framaroot Method):**
1. Once it’s been downloaded, head to *Menu>>Settings>>Security* on your device and enable the Unknown sources option.
2. Open the File Manager app on your device and install the app you downloaded earlier to your device.
3. Once the app’s been installed, launch it from your App Drawer.
4. Select Install SuperSU from the first dropdown menu.
5. As for selecting the exploit (there’re three, Sam, Frodo and Aragorn and I personally wish there should be Gollum too ;)), head to this page and see what exploit works for your device. Once you find it out, tap on it in the app.
6. The app should begin rooting your device, shouldn’t take too long to finish.
7. Reboot your device once it’s been rooted.
8. Voila !! You’re done!
You’ve successfully rooted your Android device using the Framaroot app and you should now be able to see the SuperSU app from your App Drawer!
Hope this will help you !! Happy Rooting.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/28 | 256 | 1,092 | <issue_start>username_0: I have successfully managed to chat on whatsapp web two times, but since yesterday it just won't read the bar code. I have tried it horizontally and vertically, placed it for minutes and also tried moving the phone throughout the code so that it reads at least somewhere, but it just would not work. Advise.<issue_comment>username_1: Make sure your internet is working smoothly. As after scan it need to send data to server and then it get connected to web. I think your device is scanning clearly bt reason its failing is due to poor internet.. Let me know you succeed connecting??
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I've got the problem solved today, while I was PRT SCRning the problem.
All you have to do is move your phone more Left, because of that black half screen bug it scans blank space near QR code.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: when you are at whatsapp web screen on your phone that view on 1/4 of screen is wrong get a screenshot you will see where you really are and then center qr code due to screen shoots its a lot easier :D
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/28 | 203 | 761 | <issue_start>username_0: My LG Optimus Fuel (running factory-installed, non-rooted KitKat) is displaying SMS and MMS message text in the Messaging app at a very large size, as seen below.
I have looked through the app's settings and System Settings, to no avail. System text size is set to "Normal", but this problem still occurs, and only in this app.
Any solutions?<issue_comment>username_1: I've found the solution. I was easily able to fix it by using pinch gestures on the screen. It works the same as viewing a webpage. Pinch apart to zoom in, pinch together to zoom out.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You could also just use the volume keys to zoom in/out.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/01/28 | 206 | 809 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Galaxy S4 (GT-9505) here where Bluetooth is turning itself off. Sometimes this happens after a few seconds. Other times it takes longer or even stays on. Also, if it stays on can't find other devices with turned-on visibility.
Here is the log: <http://pastebin.com/MP3YyQxS> I cut a lot of unrelated stuff out and it starts right before I activate Bluetooth and ends right after it deactivates itself
Does anybody have similar experience?<issue_comment>username_1: I've found the solution. I was easily able to fix it by using pinch gestures on the screen. It works the same as viewing a webpage. Pinch apart to zoom in, pinch together to zoom out.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You could also just use the volume keys to zoom in/out.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/01/28 | 180 | 705 | <issue_start>username_0: Galaxy S5 (unrooted)
My battery drain isn't dreadful yet, but it isn't getting better.
I can't narrow down what is causing it. I have tried keeping my sync turned off, keeping google location reporting services off, even keeping my data off. I can't narrow down at all what is causing this.
Anybody else have an idea or in a similar situation?<issue_comment>username_1: I've found the solution. I was easily able to fix it by using pinch gestures on the screen. It works the same as viewing a webpage. Pinch apart to zoom in, pinch together to zoom out.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You could also just use the volume keys to zoom in/out.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/01/29 | 433 | 1,722 | <issue_start>username_0: I had the no command boot loop when trying to enter recovery so I used the nexus root kit to reflash everything which did fix the problem and after a few days of use I noticed that there's only 8GB's available to me now. I presume that this is from the flashing as I had 32 before. To unlock/recognize my memory which part of my nexus will I have to reflash?
Model: Nexus 7 (2012) mobile 32GB<issue_comment>username_1: I found the solution to getting the correct size wasn't from the hardware identifying the wrong size, but the partition of the /sdcard/ being the wrong size. I solved this by formatting it with Clockwork. I lost my app data, but most apps remained installed.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: In my case the problem was the same and happened after downgrading from the really slow lollipop to kitkat and rooting again. Formatting or factory reset did not help.
The solution was to boot into recovery (TWRP) after flashing a ROM and rooting, and there change the file system type. For example I switched from the recognized 8GB ext4 to FAT (this switched the capacity to 32GB) and then back again to ext4. This obviously deletes all apps & data.
Model: Nexus 7 (2012) WiFi, TWRP version 2.8.6.0
Detailed procedure:
On the TWRP home, choose the option "Wipe", then "Advanced Wipe". Now from the available partitions select only Data and tap "Repair or Change File System". The next screen shows the current file system info, where you can tap "Change File System", then choose the desired one and swipe to apply this change. According to my previous instructions you may repeat this procedure twice, once to switch to FAT, then again to ext4.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/29 | 444 | 1,738 | <issue_start>username_0: this problem has been troublimg me from the last few weeks I reported this problem at the Flipkart service center and they changed my battery and software.I even tried a factory reset but to no avail. i charged my phone in the afternoon . it lasted for aday and ahalf .while i was going to sleep the battery was about 58%..when i got up in the morning the battery was only 5%. I am completely tired.Please help me resolve this deadlock
<NAME><issue_comment>username_1: Disable the following services
* Google Now (if you dont use it much)
* Developer options (off)
* Location Reporting (off)
* Background Wifi Scanning (off)
* Brightness - low
* Remove unwanted apps
Once you have disabled these services, restart the device .
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: So the battery usage information is usage since the last time you unplugged at about a full charge. Something is going to use the battery. People worry too much about "why is using 40% of my battery" but that is not actually the case. It is using 40% of the about of power that has drained since you unplugged your phone.
So if your battery is at 90%, and the OS used 40% of your battery, it used 4% battery. while other applications are responsible for the other 6% of the drain. The phone is going to use battery, if you are sleeping or not. The phone still connects to the mobile carrier, gets its signal strength, apps like facebook, google+, etc, all communicate with their "host" and other mobile data related things.
The best thing to do, if you don't put your phone on the charger at night, is to turn on airplane mode. I do it when I can't put my phone on the charger, and when I wake up, it is only down maybe 1%.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/29 | 512 | 1,964 | <issue_start>username_0: My device (Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300) is not detected by `fastboot` in **Download Mode**, but it is detected properly by `adb`. I want to install TWRP as my device recovery. Is there any way to install it using `adb` instead of `fastboot`?
There is a question about the problem of detection of the device by `fastboot` on this site (which has no working answer yet). But my question is not how to solve that problem. If you like to answer that problem please see [this page](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/97115/samsung-galaxy-s3-i9300-is-not-detected-by-fastboot-under-ubuntu-14-04).<issue_comment>username_1: There is no fastboot mode on Samsung. You must use the ODIN mode, which is an alternative to fastboot. On Linux there is a client application called Heimdall which talks to phones via Odin mode. So the answer to your question is ODIN or Heimdall. ODIN is the proprietary Samsung PC application, Heimdall is multiplatform open source alternative.
Alternatively, if you are able to root your phone somehow, you can put TWRP (or any other recovery) on your phone by rewriting the recovery partition via shell but this can be tricky and I wouldn't recommend it unless you know exactly what you are doing or willing to risk bricking your phone. If interested, I can write a generic how-to too but I'd rather leave it to someone with more experience on that - I only did it like 5 times.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: adb sees your device, so then you can just go from adb to fastboot:
```
adb reboot bootloader
```
Phone may ask if this is OK, voids warranty, blah blah
```
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
```
After flashing recovery, remove battery, then hold the appropriate button combination to boot into (new) recovery. Then reboot into system from the new recovery. Otherwise, unless we reboot into new recovery once, the boot snoopery may replace new recovery with old.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/29 | 301 | 1,200 | <issue_start>username_0: My device is Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 and I did a complete factory reset. The device is **NOT** rooted yet. It works properly. I can do all of the following with my device:
* Power off using device keys.
* Start in **recovery mode** and **download mode** using device keys.
* device is detected properly in **normal mode** and **recovery mode** by `adb` when is connected to PC through a USB cable
* I am able to reboot the device using `adb reboot` command
* `adb reboot recovery` works well.
The problem is that if I run `adb reboot bootloader` or `adb reboot-bootloader` commands, the device is booted in normal mode, NOT in **download mode**. The only way to reboot the device in **download mode** is to use the **Power + Volume Down + Home** keys<issue_comment>username_1: From my experience with Samsung devices this is not a bug but rather a feature. The "download" AKA "ODIN" mode on Samsung devices is a proprietary alternative to bootloader/fastboot mode and I don't remember being able to boot to this mode in other than the hardware way.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The command below works for my s3.
`adb reboot download`
Upvotes: 0 |
2014/12/19 | 282 | 1,132 | <issue_start>username_0: Here's some background information:
* I have a Samsung Galaxy S4 Android phone.
* I have an Amazon Prime account.
* I have some photos stored in folders on my memory card.
* I have some photos stored in my phone's memory.
* I have some photos stored with the Picasa icon.
* I can see all of these photo albums on the phone using the Android "Gallery" app
* I installed the Amazon Cloud Drive App on the phone and set it to Autosave Photos.
The problem is that it only seems to upload the Photos stored in memory on the phone not the other locations i.e. memory card, picasa.
How can I get all of these photos (no matter how they are stored) copies to the Amazon Prime Photos cloud?<issue_comment>username_1: From my experience with Samsung devices this is not a bug but rather a feature. The "download" AKA "ODIN" mode on Samsung devices is a proprietary alternative to bootloader/fastboot mode and I don't remember being able to boot to this mode in other than the hardware way.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The command below works for my s3.
`adb reboot download`
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/29 | 312 | 1,146 | <issue_start>username_0: I use Nexus 7 2012 wifi version. I rooted the device and installed TWRP recovery on it when it was on 4.4.4. Now the lollipop update of 5.0.2 is available to install, whenever I download the update and click install button the tablet boots in recovery mode and gives failed message. How do I get rid of this and install lollipop update successfully?<issue_comment>username_1: You can either upgrade to L via TWRP itself (some reported having trouble with TWRP 2.8 and suggested trying 2.7) or revert from TWRP back to stock recovery if you want to go the OTA way (I guess that's what you're trying to do, you're not clear on that in your question).
Also instead of TWRP you can try ClockworkMod recovery.
edit: typo
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I use the Nexus Root Toolkit for Windows by wugfresh, it will allow you to unroot and revert to stock with a button click. It also includes full instructions on any setup you need to do prior.
You can find it here: <http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/>.
It will also allow you to choose TWRP or ClockworkMod if you wish and can help you install new ROMs too.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/29 | 950 | 3,527 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung galaxy Duos and want to use my two whatsapp accounts at the same device. Is it for example possible to run dual two whatsapp client apps on one phone?<issue_comment>username_1: You can't install an app twice unless you go deep down hacking.
I don't know how WhatsApp works but you may just be able to put multiple accounts to one device. These accounts then may be handled separately by a single app. You can also try to look for alternatives if WhatsApp doesn't support multiple accounts.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Its possible to use two account by using two whatsapp(first offical whatsapp,second OGWhatsapp) [OGWhatsapp](http://ogwhatsapp.en.uptodown.com/android)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: You can use OGwhatsapp to use two numbers on your device. But now a days WhatsApp has started to ban unofficial users of whatsapp so do at your own risk!
[Download OGWhatsapp](http://dw.en.uptodown.com/dl/1422606366/61622a3393d820863d205e8e4e5f10e715097904/ogwhatsapp-2-11-432-multi-android.apk)
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: Yes you can use two WhatsApp account in a single phone,and here is an alternate method. There are so many application using them you can use dual WhatsApp,
and [Parallel Space](http://parallel-app.com/),
simply install application Parallel Space from Google Play.
After installing, there you will see an option for WhatsApp, using that you can use another WhatsApp account.
Using *Parallel Space* you will use multiple WhatsApp,Hike,Messenger account with a single Application.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: A more recent workaround involves using [Disa (Unified Messenger Hub)](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.disa&hl=en) (available on playstore).
It uses plugin to access services like **WhatsApp**, Telegram etc.
Despite the fact that it is still in beta versions, AFAICT, it has stable release of its plugins and can be a good way to use multiple WhatsApp instances on one device.
The plugins are still bring fine-tuned as currently sone features are still lacking (e.g WhatsApp web, WhatsApp statuses), but the developers promised to implement such features soon.
However its core features are intact, for regular usage e.g chats etc , it is very good to tool to achieve your goal.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: ### Use WhatsApp business as the second instance of the app
WhatsApp has now officially made it possible to have two WhatsApp accounts without needing any shady third party apps.
WhatsApp has recently come out with an app called [WhatsApp business](https://www.whatsapp.com/business/). It's almost an exact copy of the regular WhatsApp app, and they can both run together on the and phone, without any problems.
There are some minor differences between them, but they are small enough to not get in the way. Main difference would definitely be that when someone good to see more details about you, it will tell them that this is an unverified business account.
Otherwise, it's all the same. You have chats, group chats, statuses, regular and video calling, etc.
It has also some cool features that the regular WhatsApp didn't have. For example: automatic reply, quic reply, and many other.
### How to set it up:
Download WhatsApp [business from the play store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whatsapp.w4b), and go through the regular number authentication process. After you're done, you will be able to use both apps on the same phone.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/29 | 317 | 1,165 | <issue_start>username_0: I am going to get a replacement phone and i only want apps from my old phone to be downloaded to the new one, and not my tablets apps. i know there is "google play-my apps-all", but that includes my tablets apps too. they are all on the same account. (the reason for this is my phone has very little storage and i dont want my tablets 3GB apps taking up my phone.) my phones are both on android 4.0.4 (sony xperia tipo) (ICS). i do not want to root but i will download any app (no apks please, sorry). **thanks in advance!! :D**<issue_comment>username_1: What if u change the account on the tablet first, then try to transfer apps from old phone? Not certain ofd that will work, but It should. If Apple can do it android can.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Use [the Helium app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.backup) to backup your phone and then do a restore on the new one.
I am not affiliated with developers of Helium in any way, only a regular user.
Helium is just a (sophisticated) frontend to adb backup, so if you feel adventurous, you can achieve similar results using just adb.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/29 | 499 | 1,906 | <issue_start>username_0: I upgraded my Moto G 2 mobile to Android 5.0.2 Lollipop and I have been using Clean Master notification toggle. After this upgrade mobile data is not working by pressing on the mobile data symbol in notification toggle. Pressing on that is taking me to Settings > Data Usage.<issue_comment>username_1: Since Lollipop, 3rd-party apps can no longer toggle mobile data without root. However, there's a handy new data toggle in the stock quick settings; tap the signal icon, then tap the toggle in the top-right.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Well I may have found an answer for this data toggle issue. Because I too can't live without one. But unfortunately this only works if you own a Samsung smart watch.
I downloaded 'instant settings' for my Gear S. This app allows you to control certain toggles for your phone, such as; Wi-Fi, power saving mode, sound and of course a data toggle.
Well what do you know... The data toggle actually works. I can turn my mobile data on and off by a single tap on my watch. I guess this will have to do for now.
Just thought I'd try and help out by giving you guys my solution for the time being, hope this helps. ☺
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: I think you can slide down the notification button and slide right to see more of the apps or Wi-Fi or other settings and click the data toggle. Hope this helps. :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Install [Phone Testing](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=diewland.testing.phone) app, no need to root (or input `*#*#4636#*#*` from the dialer). After install, open "Phone information", and change network mode in "Set preferred network mode". Don't change other options
For rooted devices, consider the app [Toggle Network Type 5.0 (root)](http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/widget-toggle-network-type-5-0-xda-t2945406) (free on XDA).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/30 | 519 | 1,960 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to connect my samsung galaxy s4 over wifi with my pcs harddrive. It should be the same way as by the remote desktop apps but indstead of them only to use the pc hardrive. I want to get and send files between my whole 1 TB hardrive therefore I don't want to use cloud services like dropbox. Also I don't need to sync.<issue_comment>username_1: Since Lollipop, 3rd-party apps can no longer toggle mobile data without root. However, there's a handy new data toggle in the stock quick settings; tap the signal icon, then tap the toggle in the top-right.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Well I may have found an answer for this data toggle issue. Because I too can't live without one. But unfortunately this only works if you own a Samsung smart watch.
I downloaded 'instant settings' for my Gear S. This app allows you to control certain toggles for your phone, such as; Wi-Fi, power saving mode, sound and of course a data toggle.
Well what do you know... The data toggle actually works. I can turn my mobile data on and off by a single tap on my watch. I guess this will have to do for now.
Just thought I'd try and help out by giving you guys my solution for the time being, hope this helps. ☺
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: I think you can slide down the notification button and slide right to see more of the apps or Wi-Fi or other settings and click the data toggle. Hope this helps. :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Install [Phone Testing](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=diewland.testing.phone) app, no need to root (or input `*#*#4636#*#*` from the dialer). After install, open "Phone information", and change network mode in "Set preferred network mode". Don't change other options
For rooted devices, consider the app [Toggle Network Type 5.0 (root)](http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/widget-toggle-network-type-5-0-xda-t2945406) (free on XDA).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/30 | 661 | 2,295 | <issue_start>username_0: I have downloaded .img file for TWRP recovery. How I should use it with Heimdall? It seems that Heimdall accepts `.gz` files (or `.pit` files in older versions), not .img!
I've tried opening an `.img` file and Heimdall complained
>
> Tar header contained an invalid file size
>
>
>
Opening a .tar file led to
>
> firmware.xml is missing from the package
>
>
><issue_comment>username_1: A image file does not really need heimdall. Most devices that update via a .img file allow you to just put it on internal storage and rebpot to update. An alternative is to move it to your device, and install it via TWRP by loading the File in it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you use Linux - download heimdall-frontend so you can use GUI. It is much easier.
To flash using Heimdall you first need to specify `.pit` file.
`.pit` stands for Partitions Information Tables, so Heimdall knows where it need to flash it.
---
To flash TWRP using Heimdall follow this steps:
1. Open Heimdall frontend.
2. Go to Utilities tab.
3. You will see Download PIT. Go Save As and save it on some location.
4. Go to Flash tab.
5. In PIT category, click Browse and select PIT file you downloaded from device in step 3.
6. Click Add button.
7. For partition name select where you want to flash it. BE CAREFUL! If you flash it on wrong partition you can perma-brick device. On my device for recovery it is Kernel2.
8. Go Browse for file and select `.img` file.
9. In Session let everything unchecked.
10. Click Start.
**Note1 : REPARTITION MUST STAY UNCHECKED!!!**
**Note2: This can brick device, be careful, here on site, we do NOT hold responsibility for your device.**
Note3: If you're on Windows, just use Odin...
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Newer versions of Heimdall will accept a .img file for the --RECOVERY parameter and automatically download a PIT from the device to add the img contents to.
```
$ heimdall flash --RECOVERY recovery.img
Heimdall v1.4.1
[trimmed some output here]
Session begun.
Downloading device's PIT file...
PIT file download successful.
Uploading RECOVERY
100%
RECOVERY upload successful
Ending session...
Rebooting device...
Releasing device interface...
Re-attaching kernel driver...
```
Upvotes: 4 |
2015/01/30 | 385 | 1,404 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm unable to customize the ringtone on my second generation Moto G after upgrading to Lollipop. I tried doing it normally from the Android settings, but just got a default "beep" sound instead. Only the built-in ringtone works properly.<issue_comment>username_1: Someone put this as an edit instead of an answer:
>
> Instead of setting ringtone under setting --> Sounds and
> notifications, try to set your ringtone from your player [Ex: ES File
> Explorer --> sdcard --> download --> your song. Play this in ES media
> player --> set ringtone ].
>
>
>
and someone else tried to edit this in:
>
> 1- change ur choice music into .ogg format (try fx file explorer it may able to rename any format u want)
>
> 2- put that music file on the ringtone folder on phone
> where hangout ringtones are present 3-now power off ur phone and
> start it
>
> 4-go to phones and notification folder u got ur choice music
> as a ringtone
>
>
>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Please Try this way, Simply Place the Your Ringtone in FileExplorer-->sdcard-->Ringtones-->yourRingTone file.Its working.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I have the same problem here's how I solve the problem.
Copy the song you want to set as ringtone to your internal memory / ringtones folder and set it as your ringtone. Note setting ringtone from sd card won't work.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/30 | 618 | 1,922 | <issue_start>username_0: My laptop has Ubuntu 14.04 as OS. I installed latest version of "android-adb-tools" available in "Synaptic Package Manager". After installation, `adb` command `--help` says that `adb`'s version is **1.0.31**.
I used `adb sideload` to install a new ROM on my Samsung device (with TWRP version 2.8.4.0 as recovery), but command returns `error: protocol fault (no status)` and TWRP says that I have to use `adb` with version **1.0.32** or higher! Where i could find "android-adb-tools" package with `adb` version of 1.0.32 or higher?<issue_comment>username_1: Download and untar
<https://skia.googlesource.com/skia/+archive/cd048d18e0b81338c1a04b9749a00444597df394/platform_tools/android/bin/linux.tar.gz>
After this, just copy the extracted executable "adb" over old one in /usr/bin.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: The other option is to install a recovery that doesn't require the new version of adb. I install CWM and was able to get around it this way.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: You should download [the Android SDK](http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html#Other) and use it to install the Android SDK Tools, which includes `adb` and `fastboot`.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Uninstall old adb.
Get this,
<https://packages.debian.org/sid/android-tools-adb>
Install android-tools-adb and its dependencies manually from the above link, (sudo dpkg -i xxxxxxx.deb)
This will install adb with version 1.0.32 .
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: [If you are running a 64-bit version of Ubuntu, you need to install some 32-bit libraries with the following command](https://developer.android.com/studio/install.html?pkg=tools):
```
$ sudo apt-get install libc6:i386 libncurses5:i386 libstdc++6:i386 lib32z1 libbz2-1.0:i386
```
Then install adb and fastboot:
```
$ sudo apt-get install android-tools-adb android-tools-fastboot
```
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/30 | 642 | 2,660 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm having trouble installing some APKs on my ASUS tablet. To avoid confusion with other posts, and to help clarify the specific problem, let me eliminate some things right away.
I do have the Security setting to accept apps from "Unknown sources". I can install many APKs without a problem; I have hundreds on the tablet. I do not have a rooted device, and have never made any system-level changes to my software. And the very same apps that fail on my tablet *will* install on my Galaxy S4 phone, as well as a different (older) tablet.
It would appear that there is something "intervening" during the install process. When I tap on the APK file (which I have tried from both the internal, as well as external, storage), it begins as normal: I see the Installer come up, I am presented with the Privacy and Device Access parameters, and I tap on "Install". Within a second or two, I get a pop-up saying "App not installed", and the only option is "Done".
The APKs that fail do not come from a single source. Some have come from my Amazon Android library; some have come from well-known Android game sites (e.g., the Humble Bundle site). I am not able to nail down which will, and which won't, install (the list would be too long). However, whenever there is one that will not install on the ASUS tablet, it will NEVER install. (I.e., the error is reproducible.)
And to avoid a few other rabbit trails, I am not re-installing any of these apps; they are all new, with no naming conflicts with existing apps. Some of the apps are installed by sideloading (i.e., copying the APK to the device and clicking on it); the Amazon apps that fail have used the standard Amazon Install process (i.e., the Amazon app on my tablet). I use Lookout to scan my apps, and there are no problems. And all of my devices are running Android 4 -- they range from 4.1 to 4.4.4. All are kept as up-to-date as possible.
Can someone give me an idea of what is happening, what causes the "App not installed" message, and why all of my other devices will install the same app?
Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: It is possible that the app is not compatible with your device. Some possible conflicts may involve DPI, RAM, or Android version prerequisites. If your system specifications do not meet the requirements of the manifest of that app, you may not be able to install it at all.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Please unmount your SD card and attempt the reinstall.
On newer versions of Android, some SD card permissions weirdness started and unmounting on these newer versions seems to fix the install issue on all of my devices.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/01/30 | 435 | 1,763 | <issue_start>username_0: I have Moto G on Lollipop, and I mistakenly set the brightness bar to zero. Now, the screen is completely darkened and I'm not able to see anything.
How to set back the brightness to usable mode without hitting factory reset?<issue_comment>username_1: Using ADB Tool, you can adjust the device brightness, by following command
>
> adb shell settings put system screen\_brightness 200
>
>
>
In order to get more info about what ADB is and other details refer the [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'") tag-wiki.
To Run below command, you need following:
1. Computer/Laptop with with ADB Installed.
2. Computer/Laptop Should recognize device when connected via USB. Install necessary device driver software to ensure device is detected by system.
3. Connect device to Computer/Laptop using USB.
4. Start command line program (like cmd in Windows or bash shell in Linux) and go to location where "adb" executable is placed, and run above mentioned command.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Try to increase brightness in the same dark condition. Lock the phone using power button. Swipe up. Swipe down twice. Then try to move your finger left to right on the top 30% of your screen. Eventually you will be able to get your screen back. Do it patiently. It works. And be careful till this bug is fixed.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Had same problem. I believe the adaptive brightness auto adjust it to zero light.
I use another phone flash light and direct it on the the front camera and light sensor. Unlocking with power button awaken my screen with adjusted brightness..
Hope this will help...
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: I had to hard reset my phone to fix this problem.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/31 | 436 | 1,770 | <issue_start>username_0: Are there "generic" versions of the Cyanogenmod that would work on any device? (My device isn't officially supported.)
If not, why? (If Windows and Linux distros have images that work on any computer – as long you choose the version for the right architecture (x86, ARM, 32bit, 64bit) – then why not Android?)
EDIT
If the issue is mainly that drivers might not work, is there a way to save the drivers that came pre-installed on the device, and install them after Cyanogenmod'ing?<issue_comment>username_1: No, there isn't.
[eldarerathis](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/981/eldarerathis)' answer on [What's the risk of installing Cyanogen Mod on unsupported phone?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/21566/whats-the-risk-of-installing-cyanogen-mod-on-unsupported-phone) explains the negative effects if you installed the incorrect CM ROM.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: To answer the why, mobile operating systems are much more dependent on the hardware. They don't have drivers to work with a lot of different combinations of hardware, unlike desktop OS's. This is primarily done to make them more efficient (which is a more critical issue for mobile OS's).
About your edit, you can't install drivers after installing cyanogenmod, because the OS itself won't boot up. Even if you are using fastboot/recovery, you can only flash whole partitions like system, userdata, boot, etc, and not one off drivers. Also, a lot of the OS code related to driver interaction isn't very generic, where you can just replace the driver and expect it to work You will need a ROM image where the drivers are modified and integrated properly, which is what cynogenmod versions for different devices are.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/01/31 | 195 | 750 | <issue_start>username_0: Currently everything is huge, I would like to know if I can change my resolution.<issue_comment>username_1: Use DPI changer apps like [Textdroider DPI](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=es&id=com.texdroider.texdroider_dpi), but you'd need root access for it.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If you have root, you can edit your **build.prop** file. There even apps from the Play Store to do that for you. When changing LCD density (DPI), be cautious to what you change it to. Lower the value too much and items will be unreadable, also making the system unstable with certain apps. The Play Store might fail to work. As with everything, perform a backup in case of instabilities.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/01/31 | 324 | 1,188 | <issue_start>username_0: I have some bad experience with my 1st gen Nexus 7, after updating to Lollipop. It made everything so slow, as to be completely useless as a device. I had to factory reset it.
My Moto G is less than a year old, and I have no desire to see it go through the same process. It is already a little slow on KitKat right now. However, the system update prompts shows up as many as 5 times within 1 continuous hour of usage. It says that it will ask me to set a time for future update prompts if I select 'No, thanks', but it doesn't.
How can I stop the update prompts from showing up all the time?<issue_comment>username_1: 1. Go into your device Setting--> Apps--> All (tab)--> Open 'Motorola
Update Services' & Disable it!
2. If 'Disable' Option is not available
in your device then you will have to root your device and then
install SD Maid app, And grant that application root permission so
that you can freeze system apps.
**And I think so 2nd method will work 100%.**
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: On Motorola Moto G (2014) 2nd Generation
* Go to: Settings> App> All> ConfigUpdater
* Uncheck 'Show notification'
* Press 'Force stop' button
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/31 | 321 | 1,322 | <issue_start>username_0: Yesterday I got a Xiaomi Redmi 1s and I updated the phone to the latest OS version. First I created a new Google account and then opened the Play Store. It just shows "Check Your Connection and Try Again". Other sites said to try clearing the data, but I had never used the Play Store before.
<issue_comment>username_1: Hey I had the same problem but now I know how to fix it. Set the device's date and time to Manual and 4 years in the future, then open the Play Store and you won't get anything. Go back to settings and reset this to Automatic, then everything is okay!
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: I usually resolve by removing /etc/hosts file (use an app like Root Explorer to access the file, Xiaomi phones are rooted OTB so you shouldn't have any problem). Sometimes I have to reboot the phone, sometimes it works straight away.
Better, instead of removing the file rename it to something else, so that you can restore it back if needed.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: This is happening more and more. If the time trick does not help, try to enter Google Maps (invoke something that makes heavy use of the Google Services API) and try Google Play again - this has fixed it for me in the past.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/31 | 182 | 769 | <issue_start>username_0: I need this information because, if my data gets lost because of some reason I need to reinstall all my apps, but what about those which I've purchased. Is it necessary to purchase those purchased apps again or else their is a way for backup.<issue_comment>username_1: You can backup any app you like, even purchased ones.
For your purchased apps: Make sure to log in to the Google Account you purchased it with. Else you might get *"unlicensed"* errors.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Every app you download/buy remain attached to the Google account you used to download/buy them. Even after wiping your phone, you can download your purchased apps from `Play Store -> My Apps`. Or just search for the app and download it.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/01/31 | 214 | 864 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an HTC M8 One. The digitiser has failed. HTC won't accept the repair since I have rooted the phone. I'd like to unroot and return to stock but all of the recoveries I have found, or, the installers for stock ROMs, use the touch screen somewhere.
Does anyone know of a combination of recovery and stock ROM install that I can use?<issue_comment>username_1: You can backup any app you like, even purchased ones.
For your purchased apps: Make sure to log in to the Google Account you purchased it with. Else you might get *"unlicensed"* errors.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Every app you download/buy remain attached to the Google account you used to download/buy them. Even after wiping your phone, you can download your purchased apps from `Play Store -> My Apps`. Or just search for the app and download it.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/01 | 639 | 2,639 | <issue_start>username_0: I see the word ROM and internal memory used interchangeably in the context of Android phones. The OS seems to be stored in the internal memory itself, which is also used for installing applications. Which implies that it is not "read only".
So, just to clear my confusion, am I correct in understanding that in Android phones the OS is stored in the internal memory and word "ROM" is used for "historic" reasons, since ROM is where firmwares on non-Android phone were/are otherwise commonly installed?<issue_comment>username_1: It seems like you've been misinformed. *ROM* means *Read-Only Memory* and is used in Android as such.
The *ROM* is the part of your system that is: able to run on its own, write protected and thus not changeable.
Many/All manufacturers implement a way to bypass Linux' restrictions/file system permissions to be able to update their *ROM* ie. write to `/system`.
The normal user is not able to write to that `/system` partition, which is independent form the `/data` partition, where all your apps and data is stored (`/data` is not needed to run Android).
The only thing those two partitions share is (not always) the same hardware/memory chip.
>
> The contents stored on `/system` contain all software needed to run Android on that specific device including: drivers, configurations, scripts, applications, frameworks etc.
>
> They are read-only for the user and only writable after *remounting* as a *system user* or *superuser/root*.
>
> Therefore *ROM* can be considered a valid and correct term for the Android system's `/system` partition/*ROM* partition.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: ROM is just part of internal ssd-like memory which is, under normal circumstances, mounted read-only. There is no physical write restriction on the memory as it used to be on the original ROM chips a few decades before.
ROM memories used to be hardwired, the data was physically "fused" onto the chip. Then later these chips became flashable.
Today both "ROM" and "flashing" terms are used technically incorrectly but they carry a principle of how are these memories treated.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: ROM means Read Only Memory. As we know in the world of technology anything is possible. So Read only memory on ***any*** device means that the **user** can only `READ` the memory, but if you are a **superuser** then you can do whatever you want to that readonly memory.
Long story short: ROM is where you bootloader/OS is installed, but is considered READ-ONLY because it is so hard to write over that data.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/01 | 749 | 2,929 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using gmail and inbox in my browser, they just work fine. However, on Android the Gmail app or Inbox app both displays nothing left whereas I *do* have emails in my inbox. If I try to switch in other categories such as spams or trash, it displays "No network" even though I'm connected.
I have a rooted phone with JB 4.2.2 (deodexed) and:
* Xposed
* Greenify Pro
* GravityBox
* Xprivacy (not for system apps)
* ...
* I removed some system apps using ROM Toolbox but only samsung's bloat
I tried:
* turning off Greenify auto-hibernate and Xprivacy for inbox
* deleting data of Gmail, Inbox, or Google Play Services. When I try to use Inbox it now asks me to connect and then says that an error occured and try again later.
* download manager is not disabled
* removed /system/etc/hosts<issue_comment>username_1: It seems like you've been misinformed. *ROM* means *Read-Only Memory* and is used in Android as such.
The *ROM* is the part of your system that is: able to run on its own, write protected and thus not changeable.
Many/All manufacturers implement a way to bypass Linux' restrictions/file system permissions to be able to update their *ROM* ie. write to `/system`.
The normal user is not able to write to that `/system` partition, which is independent form the `/data` partition, where all your apps and data is stored (`/data` is not needed to run Android).
The only thing those two partitions share is (not always) the same hardware/memory chip.
>
> The contents stored on `/system` contain all software needed to run Android on that specific device including: drivers, configurations, scripts, applications, frameworks etc.
>
> They are read-only for the user and only writable after *remounting* as a *system user* or *superuser/root*.
>
> Therefore *ROM* can be considered a valid and correct term for the Android system's `/system` partition/*ROM* partition.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: ROM is just part of internal ssd-like memory which is, under normal circumstances, mounted read-only. There is no physical write restriction on the memory as it used to be on the original ROM chips a few decades before.
ROM memories used to be hardwired, the data was physically "fused" onto the chip. Then later these chips became flashable.
Today both "ROM" and "flashing" terms are used technically incorrectly but they carry a principle of how are these memories treated.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: ROM means Read Only Memory. As we know in the world of technology anything is possible. So Read only memory on ***any*** device means that the **user** can only `READ` the memory, but if you are a **superuser** then you can do whatever you want to that readonly memory.
Long story short: ROM is where you bootloader/OS is installed, but is considered READ-ONLY because it is so hard to write over that data.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/01 | 314 | 1,184 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Nexus 6 with Lollipop 5.0. I am wondering how many contacts I have on my phone. Of course I could go through and count each one but is there a way to put the contact count at the bottom sort of like the iPhone contact count. How
How can I enable this?
Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: In the *Contacts* app, press the *Menu* button and select `Memory status`.
Then you get a screen displaying you the total number of contacts used for every single account/storage.
This only works for custom ROMs, though (don't know why).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Don't do it on the phone at all. Log into your gmail account on the desktop, switch to the contacts tab, and the number is displayed after "My Contacts"
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I wrote an app that counts your contacts. It is called [Contact Counter](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mkit.contactcounter) and eagerly waiting for users ;o)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: Just scroll down to the bottom of the Contact list -- you'll find the total # of contacts
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/02 | 369 | 1,407 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I copy all my contacts and messages from my old Android to a new Android phone?
I downloaded Wondershare but the trial version only transfers 1st 5 numbers. Linking the phone to my PC only the SD card details are shown. Contacts and messages may be in the phone memory which I can't access.
How do I go about it?<issue_comment>username_1: When you add a new contact, your phone asks you where to store it (Phone, SIM, Google account). **You can store your contacts in your Google account so when you sign in on another device, it will import your contacts.**
For backing up SMS messages you can use **[SMS BackUp+](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.zegoggles.smssync)** or a similar app.
For more detailed explanation you can refer to [HowToGeek's article on SMS backup](http://www.howtogeek.com/112852/how-to-backup-your-text-messages-to-your-gmail-account/).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to phone dialer menu-> import/export-> export to storage.
After this is done, you can find a file with VCF extension on the SD card.
In the new phone, import the file and select that file from the stored location and that's it.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Sign in to your Google account enter your Gmail account on your new phone and all your contacts will appear. Or just import contacts from the SD card on the phone dialer menu
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/02 | 462 | 1,793 | <issue_start>username_0: I receive dozen of useless newsletters everyday from my school, at the same time the same addresses may send a few important e-mails that I need to read ASAP.
How can I setup the Gmail client and the Android notification bar in such a way that the bar will show new messages only of their title doesn' start with a certain string of characters?
ex. if the same address sends me a newsletter called "Campus news no. xxx" (with the exact title changing everytime) how can I have the notification bar NOT show any message starting with the string "campus news"?
(Android 4.2.2 with Touch Wiz - Samsung Ace 3 GT-7270)<issue_comment>username_1: You can filter messages based on sender, recipient, subject and other criteria from within the Web app. This is not possible from within the Android app.
1. In a web browser, Goto [Settings] -> [Filters] of Gmail. Click on [Create new filter].
2. Create a filter to match your newsletters.
3. Assign a label to them (create one if you don't have one yet). Make sure to apply "skip the inbox (archive it)" such that this message only lands in that label, but doesn't land in your inbox triggering a notification.
Now go to label settings in the Android app and customize notifications for the "newsletters" label.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: If you'd use the new label system you could have easily turned off notifications for that label, otherwise follow what was posted to get the same effect
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/02 | 213 | 812 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an Ubuntu DVD ISO file downloaded in my android phone. Is there any way or any app I can use to write the ISO file to a USB flash memory connected to the phone so that the flash memory can be used just like a DVD to boot into Ubuntu in a desktop computer?<issue_comment>username_1: There is an app on the Play Store called 'DriveDroid' which will allow you to do exactly what it is you are looking for.
I am not sure however, if it is free or not but unfortunately you need a rooted phone to use it.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Although it's not actively maintained; [EtchDriod](https://etchdroid.depau.eu/) still a works file for Linux ISOs.
>
> EtchDroid is an open-source application that helps you write images to USB drives, no root required.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/02 | 351 | 1,485 | <issue_start>username_0: As the title says, the auto spacing feature does not work in Firefox search bar.
This issue seems to be related only with that bar, because auto spacing works fine
in forms or text fields in web pages and it works in the other apps too.
My Android version: 4.4.2
I hope somebody else has already experienced this problem.<issue_comment>username_1: This is a [known bug](http://code.google.com/p/chromium/issues/detail?id=177216). It seems like it was introduced with 4.2.2. Downgrading to before that is not a *good* option, but might be available to you.
It affects multiple browsers with multiple keyboards, so I assume the issue must be with the specific type of text field used for their address bars. I used to encounter this with Chrome but haven't lately, so you could also try that browser instead of Firefox. In the thread above, someone also mentioned that the stock Google keyboard did not cause the issue for them.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: as @MatthewRead says, this is a known bug. Here are some more details:
Apparently, for some reason the phone thinks that browsers are only for typing web addresses. Since URLs don't have spaces, the phone disables auto space by default. This make sense since many browsers use the same box for both searching and the URL, but often causes inconveniences. The only possible solution is to either go to your search engines website, or looking for and trying other browsers.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/02 | 582 | 1,840 | <issue_start>username_0: I installed CyanogenMod on my Galaxy SIII I9300, There was a secret code that shows MAC address of the device: `*#232338#` that was working when original stock ROM was on my device. But it does not works now. Is the secret code list differs between original stock ROM and CyanogenMod? If yes, where I could find new secret code list?<issue_comment>username_1: In CyanogenMod 12, it's **Settings**->**WiFi**->**Advanced WiFi** (in the menu) and there you can find both IPv4 and IPv6 MACs.
Or, to find it in the command line, say via adb, type `adb shell netcfg`. Also you can use `adb shell ip addr show` from the command line which also gives you this info. Both of these commands can also be entered via the Terminal app and neither requires root.
(On some older devices you can try using `ifconfig -a` or even `iwconfig -a`... good luck!)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Try this Code,
```
*#*#232338#*#*
```
Here is a List:
WiFi Mac Address Secret Code:
```
*#*#232338#*#*
```
Bluetooth Test Code :
```
*#*#232331#*#*
```
Bluetooth Device Address :
```
*#*#232337#*#*
```
Power Off Code :
```
*#*#7594#*#*
```
Quick GPS Test Code :
```
*#*#1472365#*#*
```
Different GPS Test Code :
```
*#*#1575#*#*
```
This list will be long, find the rest [here](http://technofizi.com/android-secret-codes/)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Some "secret" codes are provided via hidden apps that the carrier and/or the device manufacturer installs in the phone's firmware. When you switch to a custom ROM such as Cyanogenmod, those apps are no longer present.
Nevertheless, for just about anything you might have wanted a "secret" code for, there is some way to get that information already, either through an existing menu item or a free app you can find on the Play Store.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/02 | 213 | 849 | <issue_start>username_0: Is it possible to select multiple files on the Google Drive App?
I tried every intuitive solution I could think of, perhaps it's possible on the Google Docs app?<issue_comment>username_1: Since [Mar 6, 2015](https://plus.google.com/+GoogleDrive/posts/TzDbxZJTEbr), you can trigger multiple files/folders selection on Google Drive app by long-pressing a file/folder, then ticking other files / long-pressing other folders.
After selecting them, you can:
* Star selected items
* Pin selected items
* Remove selected items, or
* Move to another folder (by selecting from the menu, or by dragging the "deck" to a folder)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Simply first go gallery, select multiple files, then select the share option, then select drive, all files will upload simultaneously.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/02 | 415 | 1,585 | <issue_start>username_0: After updating my Moto G2 to Lollipop 5.0, the ringing volume of my phone is reduced. Can anyone help me with a fix?<issue_comment>username_1: I hope I can help as my Moto g 2nd Gen had the same problem and it's running ok for now.
You are going to need to plug your phone into a computer and on AUTO PLAY click "OPEN FOLDER TO VIEW FILES".
1. Go to Media folder > Audio > Ringtones
2. Copy all ringtones and go back 3 tabs to the main storage page of your phone
3. Open Ringtones folder and paste your ringtones
4. Close the window, unplug your phone and cross your fingers it has solved your problem.
Worked for me so I hope this helps others.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I suggest you to perform clear cache on your device. This steps will remove any temporary files that may be causing the problem, but will not delete your files or settings.
1. With the phone powered off, press and hold the `Volume Down` + `Power` button at the same time and release after two sec.
2. Press the `Volume Down` button twice to highlight "Recovery mode"
3. Press the `Volume Up` button to restart into Recovery mode.
You'll see an image of an Android robot with a red exclamation mark and the words "No command."
4. Hold the `Power` button, do not release it, press the `Volume up` button and release it (hold on the `Power` + `Volume Up` button and release).
5. Use the volume buttons to scroll to "Wipe cache partition" and press the `Power` button to select it.
6. "Reboot system now" will be highlighted, press the `Power` button to select it.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/03 | 577 | 2,316 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently broke my screen entirely so the touch function and LCD do not work at all on my Samsung Galaxy S4. I managed to plug in a keyboard to my phone to input my pass-code in order to unlock the phone so I could access the files on the computer. However, I do have some files on my phone that are hidden (with the `.` file prefix I used to hide them in a separate file manager app). I can not figure out how to access these files. I am willing to download any program necessary to get these off my phone!
Again I can not use my phone at all as the screen is broken. Possibly if I can remotely control the phone via my computer? Any help is appreciated. If absolutely necessary I will have to replace the digitizer and LCD.<issue_comment>username_1: Okay, so I can't comment to ask what PC OS you're using, so I guess I'll assume it's Win7. So open an instance of Windows Explorer.
Then, select "Folder and search options".
Select the tab marked " View".
On the "Hidden files and folders", select the radio button " show hidden files,folders,and drives".
Also, your phone isn't on charge only, is it? If it is, I'm afraid I can't be much of assistance there..
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: As you're able to access your device (i.e. apply input to it), the easiest option would be activating [usb-debugging](/questions/tagged/usb-debugging "show questions tagged 'usb-debugging'") and then use [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'"). There are even good graphical remote-tools when it comes to ADB (if the device is rooted, and your computer is running Windows, I strongly recommend taking a look at [Droid Explorer](https://github.com/camalot/droidexplorer); its dev is an active member here at this site), but you can as well deal with the command line (`ls -a` would include hidden folders and files in a listing of the directory you're in).
For additional hints, please take a look at our tag-wikis for [broken-screen](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/broken-screen/info) and [adb](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/adb/info), plus at my [list of ADB tools](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/network_admin_adb) – the latter including pointers to several "ADB file-managers" which might prove helpful in your case.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/03 | 480 | 1,880 | <issue_start>username_0: My Karbonn Titanium S1 smartphone switches off when I open the gallery, play any game, listen to music or do anything with the phone without connecting the charger. The screen starts to shrink and the phone is switched off. After restarting the phone battery is empty.
How can I solve this?<issue_comment>username_1: Okay, so I can't comment to ask what PC OS you're using, so I guess I'll assume it's Win7. So open an instance of Windows Explorer.
Then, select "Folder and search options".
Select the tab marked " View".
On the "Hidden files and folders", select the radio button " show hidden files,folders,and drives".
Also, your phone isn't on charge only, is it? If it is, I'm afraid I can't be much of assistance there..
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: As you're able to access your device (i.e. apply input to it), the easiest option would be activating [usb-debugging](/questions/tagged/usb-debugging "show questions tagged 'usb-debugging'") and then use [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'"). There are even good graphical remote-tools when it comes to ADB (if the device is rooted, and your computer is running Windows, I strongly recommend taking a look at [Droid Explorer](https://github.com/camalot/droidexplorer); its dev is an active member here at this site), but you can as well deal with the command line (`ls -a` would include hidden folders and files in a listing of the directory you're in).
For additional hints, please take a look at our tag-wikis for [broken-screen](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/broken-screen/info) and [adb](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/adb/info), plus at my [list of ADB tools](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/network_admin_adb) – the latter including pointers to several "ADB file-managers" which might prove helpful in your case.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/03 | 1,120 | 4,639 | <issue_start>username_0: I have 2 google accounts lets say '<EMAIL>' and '<EMAIL>'
Personal email has 500 contact of my friends and family. Work email has 1100 business contacts.
I share the work emails contact list across 5/6 different people/PC's/mobiles etc. and keep the personal one for my phone only.
Can anybody find a way that my android phone can display/sync me@ contacts whilst JUST displaying work@ contacts?
Whenever I add accounts/sync etc. both lists merge and everybody using the work email suddenly has access to my personal contacts?
Tried quite a few fixes but Android always syncs everything.<issue_comment>username_1: I'm not fully understanding the request. You want your phone to display/sync @me contacts, but *only* display the work@ contacts without syncing them? That's not a distinction that exists. The only way to display them is to sync them to your phone. That's the method by which they reach your phone.
Are you asking for it to not sync *changes* back from the phone to the work@ account? The only way to ensure that is, simply, not to make any changes to the work@ account contacts. Don't add anything to them, and don't edit them. The only things that sync back up to the cloud are things you change.
Syncing two different accounts (me@ and work@) will **not** merge the contacts. It will merge your view **of** those contacts, so that locally on your phone you see only one list of contacts aggregated from both sources, but if you go onto your computer, or work@ Gmail web interface, it will not contain all the contacts you synced to your phone from your me@ account. They're kept entirely walled off from each other. I have easily five or six Google accounts at any one time on my device, some Gmail, some Google Apps, and NONE of the contacts cross-pollinate. In fact I wish there was a way to make them do so, as it would be useful for me to have all of my contacts in a couple of those accounts for various purposes. But the moment I log into the web interface for one of my less common ones, I have zero access to any of the contacts in my primary one, and vice versa. So there should be zero problem here, just possibly the perception of one.
The only way to get the contacts from one into the other would be to manually export them from one account and import them into another. Or, presumably, use some sort of third-party app that might produce the same result.
Assuming my answers above don't clear up the issue, and there's still a problem, can you clarify a couple things for me?
1. What specific phone do you have?
2. Are you using the built-in Android function for adding these Google accounts, and not some third-party app to manage them?
3. Do you have any sort of unusual backup apps you use on the phone for contacts?
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I'm researching a similar issue. The root of our problems is how tightly google accounts are integrated across the apps on Android phones. I just learned Android has the concept of "users". Like a computer or server, you can log out of your personal user and log in to the work user. I believe this functionality was added in Android version 8 or 9.
Previously, I used `Settings -> Google -> Add Account` and I didn't want the mess of all my google accounts on my phone. Like your problem with contacts, it also means notifications and prompting from maps and gmail for my work account. And my multiple other gmail accounts I haven't given up on.
Now, I "added a new user" to my phone. Once added, when switching to this user the first time, they go through the full process of setting up the phone. You can switch users by swiping down with 2 fingers. Next to the settings gear icon is a user head. Tap that to switch users. To add a user the menu is `Settings -> System -> Advanced -> Multiple Users`
I did all this so I could add work's Google Prompt popup to my phone. I do not know yet if I'm using the phone as my personal account if the work's google account will "Is this you" popup or not. Plus there are rare times I simply need to see work's email. Additional users lets me have work on my phone but my normal user experience isn't littered with work-account related stuff all the time.
---
Complete side note: If you only need 2FA on a phone for a not-my-own-google-account, "just use the Authenticaor app". To do this, download `Google Authenticator`, try to add your new account, then on your pre-existing computer, go to the 2-Step Verification page and click on Authenticator App to get a QR code to scan. Then you don't need work's Google Account on your phone at all.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/03 | 419 | 1,747 | <issue_start>username_0: If I factory reset my device will it wipe all my apps and music like Clash of Clans? I want to know before I do this to my device.<issue_comment>username_1: Yeah you will lose all data in your device. Be sure to backup everything before resetting device.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes, if you factory reset your phone it will wipe everything that is on your phone. You can get all your apps back once you factory reset it, and as long as they are linked to certain accounts, the progress will still be there. You can back up your music, pictures, and contacts to your google account so all will be restored once you reset your phone, and log back in with your google account.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: `If I factory reset my device will wipe all my apps and music like clash of clans?` **-- Yes.**
A factory reset results in a full reset of an Android device to the original settings of the currently-installed ROM.
What is the **purpose** of factory-reset?
This is often done to fix a software issue that the device is facing, but it could also be done to restore the device to its original settings
Also, mostly, `Data on the SIM card and the MicroSD card are not erased.`
**Quotes** from [factory-reset](/questions/tagged/factory-reset "show questions tagged 'factory-reset'")
What a factory reset does is basically to "wipe" (delete all content) from the **/cache** (holding the application cache) and **/data** (user data and user-installed apps, dalvik cache) partitions. Other media, like internal-sd and external-sd cards, are usually left untouched
Refer [factory-reset](/questions/tagged/factory-reset "show questions tagged 'factory-reset'") for more information.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/03 | 409 | 1,719 | <issue_start>username_0: On a Samsung Galaxy Exhibit, is there any way to show emojis in text messages or in social media apps?<issue_comment>username_1: Yeah you will lose all data in your device. Be sure to backup everything before resetting device.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes, if you factory reset your phone it will wipe everything that is on your phone. You can get all your apps back once you factory reset it, and as long as they are linked to certain accounts, the progress will still be there. You can back up your music, pictures, and contacts to your google account so all will be restored once you reset your phone, and log back in with your google account.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: `If I factory reset my device will wipe all my apps and music like clash of clans?` **-- Yes.**
A factory reset results in a full reset of an Android device to the original settings of the currently-installed ROM.
What is the **purpose** of factory-reset?
This is often done to fix a software issue that the device is facing, but it could also be done to restore the device to its original settings
Also, mostly, `Data on the SIM card and the MicroSD card are not erased.`
**Quotes** from [factory-reset](/questions/tagged/factory-reset "show questions tagged 'factory-reset'")
What a factory reset does is basically to "wipe" (delete all content) from the **/cache** (holding the application cache) and **/data** (user data and user-installed apps, dalvik cache) partitions. Other media, like internal-sd and external-sd cards, are usually left untouched
Refer [factory-reset](/questions/tagged/factory-reset "show questions tagged 'factory-reset'") for more information.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/04 | 1,007 | 4,531 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm pretty paranoid with the android apps and if I think an app requires too much, unnecessary permissions, I simply don't install the app. However, I feel like I'm missing out lately.
For example, I prefer to use browser for facebook, and I refuse to update my twitter client that requires excessive permissions.
So how can I distinguish a possibly malicious application from a decent application that requires lots of permissions? When am I safe and when should I be suspicious installing an app?<issue_comment>username_1: Well, there's a lot of questions in one. Let's handle a few:
If your concern is major applications, such as Facebook, Twitter, etc., from major publishers and services, then as long as you're downloading updates from the Play Store, there's no reason to assume you're downloading a possible malicious application. The apps are all digitally signed and scanned by Google. While malware HAS gotten onto the Play Store, it doesn't get on there as updates to major, legitimate apps. It ends up on there as its own unique app from shady publishers, or updates to apps that got sold to a new publisher, etc. If a major app like Twitter or Facebook wants a new permission, you can feel confident it's for a feature and not malicious.
What that doesn't tell you is whether or not you're comfortable feeling paranoid about how that major publisher intends to use that permission. Some people strongly distrust Facebook, and are unwilling to hand those sorts of permissions to them, even though the app isn't strictly malicious, as it's the company they have an issue with. That's more of a personal judgment call than anything else.
The other priority is to familiarize yourself with what the permissions actually mean ([here](https://support.google.com/googleplay/answer/6014972?hl=en)'s a good place to do that from Google), and get a basic understanding of how apps actually function. Some sound scary until you understand why they're necessary. An example was someone I found upset over a keyboard app requiring permission to monitor everything they type, oblivious to the fact that without that permission, it couldn't function as a keyboard. Understanding how apps need to communicate over the network, or be aware of incoming call status in order to pause a game, or being able to review contacts in order to try to suggest new friends based on people you know, or needing access to the camera because they can take photo notes or do video chat, etc., will help you parse which permissions fit within the mission of the app and which ones seem like a stretch to possible data-mining. Google's descriptions tend to focus on the worst-possible scenarios because they have to allow for them. But dialing back and recognizing that, yes, this permission does allow for scenario Z, but it's also the only way they can do scenario A, which is right in line with the goal of the app, will help you figure out when you're being a little paranoid.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Be suspicious when the app requires an permission that is **not related to what app offer** especially things like send **SMS/MMS or do calls** and be very suspicious if is anything related to things like **"show alerts as system level"** or **"modify global settings"** or **"interact between users"** and be extremely cautios and suspicious about the permission **"download files without notification"** (like google+).
About the major apps and company's i will say only that they indeed have privacy issues so is all about you feeling ok with that or not , like i don't have facebook at all but you using it on your mobile browser is no different from using their app except that an app give then more access to your system to abuse but your mobile browser already leaks enough data to track and identify you especially if you use chrome mobile and accepts their cookies and most pages today have the nasty facebook widget to track you too if you don't block them so its all about what you choose (to use them or not)
And if you download apks from Internet be extremely careful and download then directly from the their official site or xda-developers and in a connection you believe you are not in danger of man in the middle attacks if you want scan it a good AV can detect some androids malware already ( virustotal will say you that apks that do root have rootkit already)
Obs: The permissioms may look different on your phone but the meaning should be the same
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/04 | 528 | 2,013 | <issue_start>username_0: I upgraded my Moto G2 to Android Lollipop using over-the-air upgrade. It was awesome but I set a pattern lock which I forgot. Usually after 5 wrong attempts it shows the "forgot password" button but it is not showing that button even after 100 wrong attempts. How to unlock the phone?<issue_comment>username_1: Here is what I found online ...
* How to unlock your device if you have forgotten the unlock password or unlock pattern:
>
> If you forgot your password or unlock pattern, but still have access
> to your Google Recovery Account, then you can just click on ‘forgot
> password?’ and it will take you to a screen where you will be required to
> enter your Google Account user name and password. You'll need to input
> the same registered user name and password you use at the **Google Play
> store**. Here is the link to the [Google
> Accounts Recovery](https://www.google.com/accounts/recovery/) page.
>
>
>
**Source** (with plenty of steps for every type of situation): [VisiHow.com](http://visihow.com/Recover_Android_Device_in_case_of_Forgot_password/pattern_unlock_an_Android_device#How_to_unlock_your_device_if_you_don.E2.80.99t_remember_your_Google_password_recovery_account_credentials.)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, I would say I don’t think you can’t do anything about it because the forgot password button isn’t available with the Lollipop , now what you are left with is you can try unlocking your device with the help of your Google account i.e. Log yourself over the Google account you are using over Laptop/PC once done head over to the [Android device manager](https://www.google.com/android/devicemanager?u=0) and using it try unlocking your device remotely, also in order to do that your device must be connected to the Mobile Data or Wi-Fi network. And if you don't have the access then I guess you are locked out and the only thing you can do now is factory resetting your device by holding the Power+Volume down button.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/04 | 300 | 1,041 | <issue_start>username_0: In WhasApp, is there any button for "Select All" from Contacts; in order that one single message goes to all?<issue_comment>username_1: There is no "Select All" when sending a [WhatsApp Broadcast Message](https://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/23130793). Presently there is a limit of sending 256 people a broadcast message.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, nope there isn't any select all option available over the WhatsApp, rather than it has the feature called Broadcast messages !
To Broadcast the message:
>
> * Open up WhatsApp.
> * Tap over the three dots available on top right side of the screen.
> * Now Select the option "BroadCast Message".
> * Tap over the + button to add recipient name over the Broadcast list.
> * Next thing to do is tap over the continue button.
>
>
>
Like, the above user said that, presently it has a limit of 256 broadcast limit.
You can also refer to the [WhatsApp Support Section](https://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/23130793) for the same.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/04 | 310 | 1,096 | <issue_start>username_0: It started happenning after repair.
Could it be a software setting that was changed in repairshop or is it a hardware issue?
All they did was replace mini-USB port.<issue_comment>username_1: There is no "Select All" when sending a [WhatsApp Broadcast Message](https://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/23130793). Presently there is a limit of sending 256 people a broadcast message.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, nope there isn't any select all option available over the WhatsApp, rather than it has the feature called Broadcast messages !
To Broadcast the message:
>
> * Open up WhatsApp.
> * Tap over the three dots available on top right side of the screen.
> * Now Select the option "BroadCast Message".
> * Tap over the + button to add recipient name over the Broadcast list.
> * Next thing to do is tap over the continue button.
>
>
>
Like, the above user said that, presently it has a limit of 256 broadcast limit.
You can also refer to the [WhatsApp Support Section](https://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/23130793) for the same.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/04 | 323 | 1,116 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to encrypt my phone(Xperia M). It has CyanogenMod 12 with cyanogenmod recovery. Wanted to know if I could update it the normal way, flashing through recovery, or some other way.<issue_comment>username_1: There is no "Select All" when sending a [WhatsApp Broadcast Message](https://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/23130793). Presently there is a limit of sending 256 people a broadcast message.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Well, nope there isn't any select all option available over the WhatsApp, rather than it has the feature called Broadcast messages !
To Broadcast the message:
>
> * Open up WhatsApp.
> * Tap over the three dots available on top right side of the screen.
> * Now Select the option "BroadCast Message".
> * Tap over the + button to add recipient name over the Broadcast list.
> * Next thing to do is tap over the continue button.
>
>
>
Like, the above user said that, presently it has a limit of 256 broadcast limit.
You can also refer to the [WhatsApp Support Section](https://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/23130793) for the same.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/04 | 438 | 1,845 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Smartphone; Sony XPERIA SP with Android 4.3 (updated). While recently updating the apps on my phone, it told me that the Internal Memory was close to full. So I inserted a 2 GB microSD Card (which I found on my drawer by luck) after which my phone prompted a notification to transfer some data to the SD Card. I clicked on the notification and the data got automatically transferred! (I had to select just a few things) After few days someone gifted me a 32 GB microSD Card and so I was thinking of replacing it with my current card. But then to do so I need to transfer the data from my current SD Card to the phone again and then re transfer the data back again to the new SD Card. But how am I suppose to transfer data to the phone again? I found no option to do that. Also is there any other way to replace the new card with the existing one so that no files get deleted or misplaced?<issue_comment>username_1: There is no automatic way that you can do this. However if you really want to do it, you will have to connect both memory cards to computer and transfer the files manually by selecting all. And if you don't have computer you cant do by app, [es explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en) which is freely available in play store this transfer by first placing the files in your sd card and then insert the new sd card and if the system prompts you about the storage full, then you have what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Okay I think I got the answer. What I did is just I plugged the SD Card into an adapter and inserted in my laptop and copied all the files and folders into a folder on my laptop. Then I plugged the other card into the laptop and transferred all the files into it. And it is working without any errors.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/04 | 545 | 2,181 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a device called "EXEQ SET": <http://www.exeq.ru/produkcija/pristavki/os-android/set.html>
It runs Android 4.1.1.
It is spitting out errors like this every other second, making the device almost unusable:
```
The process com.google.process.gapps has stopped
The process 'Google Play Store Services' has stopped
The process 'Launcher' has stopped
```
Here's what I have tried to re-flash the device:
1. I turned off the device, then pressed the key combination to boot into bootloader/recovery mode, which is Home+Power according to "documentation". The power led lights up, but the screen is completely blank and the device doesn't seem to turn on. I have to hold the power button for a few seconds to turn it off from this state.
2. When I go to Developer options menu and turn it on, it immediately switches the developer options menu off. This isn't instantly visibly, I have to re-enter the menu for it to refresh.
Both `adb devices` and `fastboot devices` commands give empty output when the device is turned on and on all stages of boot.
3. When doing a factory reset from menu, the button simply does nothing.
I suspect this might be because of some malware.
Are there any other ways of doing a factory reset?<issue_comment>username_1: There is no automatic way that you can do this. However if you really want to do it, you will have to connect both memory cards to computer and transfer the files manually by selecting all. And if you don't have computer you cant do by app, [es explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop&hl=en) which is freely available in play store this transfer by first placing the files in your sd card and then insert the new sd card and if the system prompts you about the storage full, then you have what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Okay I think I got the answer. What I did is just I plugged the SD Card into an adapter and inserted in my laptop and copied all the files and folders into a folder on my laptop. Then I plugged the other card into the laptop and transferred all the files into it. And it is working without any errors.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/04 | 1,596 | 5,566 | <issue_start>username_0: I am trying to install [this certificate](http://www2.informatik.uni-stuttgart.de/infcacert.crt) on a **Google Nexus 7** tablet.
I have copied the certificate file (from Win7x64) onto its internal storage and opened it in a file manager to install it. This procedure worked for the previous (now expired) version of the certificate (which I have removed on the device before attempting to install the new one).
However, for this new certificate, the following message appears:
>
> Couldn't install because the certificate file couldn't be read.
>
>
>
The same file could be installed flawlessly into various certificate stores on the computer that I connected the tablet to (hence, the downloaded file is not corrupted). I copied the file several times to the tablet and tried again, always with the same result (hence, the copied file is most probably not corrupted, either).
The tablet had Android 4.4.4 at first, then I upgraded to Android 5.0.2. I am getting the same error message on both systems.
The administrators reponsible for providing the certificate had not received any such reports so far, and the certificate seemed to install flawlessly for other people on Android devices of different types.
I could not find many related issues on the web; googling for the error message quickly led to the localization resource files that specify that message (usually a bad sign with respect to frequency of users out there to encounter an error message). The most promising links still seem to be dead-ends:
* The error message is mentioned in [a Forum post](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2388599&page=25), but the only reaction to it seems to be *hmm...not really sure what that is. I'll look into it though* (from December 2013). I couldn't find any follow-up to that issue, and the rest of the thread appears to be unrelated chatter.
* There is an [open SO question citing the same message](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/22371925/how-to-open-mime-application-x-509-server-cert-type-in-android-moto-g) (though referring to something called "Android Moto G") from March 2014, but no-one has provided an answer so far.
**Hence, my questions are:**
* **What issue does the error message actually point to?**
* **How can I install the certificate file?**
EDIT: Here is the log output of what happens when I try to open the certificate in a file manager app on the device:
```
I/ActivityManager( 540): START u0 {act=android.intent.action.VIEW dat=file:///storage/emulated/0/Download/infcacert.crt typ=application/x-x509-ca-cert flg=0x10000000 cmp=com.android.certinstaller/.CertInstallerMain} from uid 10083 on display 0
E/ActivityManager( 540): Invalid thumbnail dimensions: 720x720
I/ActivityManager( 540): Start proc com.android.certinstaller for activity com.android.certinstaller/.CertInstallerMain: pid=11644 uid=10008 gids={50008, 9997} abi=armeabi-v7a
E/CertInstaller(11644): Failed to read certificate: java.io.FileNotFoundException: /storage/emulated/0/Download/infcacert.crt: open failed: EACCES (Permission denied)
D/OpenGLRenderer(11644): Render dirty regions requested: true
D/Atlas (11644): Validating map...
I/Adreno-EGL(11644): : QUALCOMM Build: 10/28/14, c33033c, Ia6306ec328
I/OpenGLRenderer(11644): Initialized EGL, version 1.4
D/OpenGLRenderer(11644): Enabling debug mode 0
I/ActivityManager( 540): Displayed com.android.certinstaller/.CertInstallerMain: +362ms (total +453ms)
V/RenderScript(11644): Application requested CPU execution
V/RenderScript(11644): 0xa330c400 Launching thread(s), CPUs 4
D/TaskPersister( 540): removeObsoleteFile: deleting file=7\_task.xml
D/TaskPersister( 540): removeObsoleteFile: deleting file=7\_task\_thumbnail.png
```
The crucial part of which seems to be *java.io.FileNotFoundException: /storage/emulated/0/Download/infcacert.crt: open failed: EACCES (Permission denied)*. I do not understand this message - I have successfully copied and opened other files to the device the very same way as I did now with the certificate file. Moreover, how would I even set these file permissions appropriately when copying them to the device via Windows Explorer?<issue_comment>username_1: Just had the same issue.
Go to `Settings` > `Security` > `Install from storage`.
Locate your certificate file and install it.
***Edit:***
If instead of `Install from storage` preference you have `Install from SD card` (this is what being displayed when you use API-19 emulator for example), then one extra step required. Because in this case the activity shows only `Recent` and `Downloads` menus without simple way to pick the certificate from the sdcard.
The workaround for me was to put the certificate on my desktop's local web server ([mongoose](https://code.google.com/p/mongoose/) for example). Then (on emulator) I used the stock browser to open the web directory, tapped on certificate (see below) and selected `Save link`. The file will be downloaded and shown in Downloads view and you will be able to pick it successfully.
Upvotes: 6 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Another caveat: when installing a certificate via **Settings > Security > Install from storage** on my Nexus 7, Android 5.0.2 I had to navigate to the file via **Internal Storage**:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/7d4n0.png)
Trying to select the file via the shortcut to **Downloads** did *not* work.
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/02/05 | 860 | 3,501 | <issue_start>username_0: I've got a Samsung 10.1 2014 which recently stopped recognizing the card in the SD card slot. Card is recognized fine by a PC, but in the tablet, nothing.
Apparently, some of my apps installed themselves to this SD card. At least that is my impression; all these apps now have lost their default icon which has been instead replaced by a transparent default Android icon with "SD" next to it. If I try to open them I get a toast message which says "Application not installed". I don't know anything about how to install or move apps to the SD card, so I assume it was done automatically by the Amazon app store, which is where all these apps were from.
Android itself doesn't recognize that these apps are installed. However, the icons are still there and I assume there must be some traces of them still present on the device (not on the SD card). I would like to get rid of all that by uninstalling. The Amazon App store says `on device but not installed by amazon appstore` but for some reason which is beyond me, Amazon chose not to implement any way to uninstall an app. I never knew there was an OS way to uninstall apps before this, as I always uninstalled directly from the app store that I installed it from. So Amazon's behavior is puzzling to me.
I have read [this related question asking how to uninstall](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/7352/how-to-delete-an-app-installed-with-amazon-appstore) but the answers which don't talk about how to do it from Android directly (which won't work for me) mention how to delete the app, which is not what I want. When I try to delete, it tells me that if I delete the app I will lose it and have to repurchase it from the store again later if I want to install again, which is not what I want.
I thought about maybe trying to re-install the app on the device (although, not sure what it would do since it may want the SD card present!), and then uninstalling, but the Amazon app store doesn't provide any way to install the app. Since it thinks it is already installed, it only provides an "open" button, which does nothing.
How do uninstall the remnants of these apps from my device?<issue_comment>username_1: I had a similar problem, I solved it by opening the amazon app, going to my apps, then tapping and holding the app I can't use, and pressing uninstall. If the app isn't actually installed, it will disappear from the list in a few seconds, and then you can go over to the cloud tab to reinstall it.
Hope this helps,
Adam
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to Settings > Applications/Apps
Find the App you want to Uninstall, then Clear Data, and Clear Defaults, if any.
Try and Uninstall it.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: ### 1. If the app is available from your launcher, simply drag it onto the "Uninstall" button like you would normally do when uninstalling an app.
### 2. If the app isn't available from launcher
Navigate to Settings->Applications and find it. Tap it then tap `Uninstall`.
### 3. If it's not showing up even in Settings
Get a terminal emulator or connect to it on your computer via `adb shell`, and run
```
pm list packages -f
```
and from its output, you'll be able to identify apps on removed SD card because their associated file paths are shown. Take down its "package name" which comes after the equal sign (looks like `com.example.foo`) and type
```
pm uninstall
```
Hit Enter and it's ultimately uninstalled. No more troubles!
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/05 | 259 | 1,138 | <issue_start>username_0: I have the HTC Wildfire S. My friend gave it to me and it already has a Google account on it. Now she forget the password. I was just wondering, if I delete the account, will it delete all apps that she already put on the phone? If I don't want to get them deleted, is there another option?<issue_comment>username_1: Removing the Google account doesn't remove the apps installed over the device until or unless you uninstall them manually.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: No. It won't delete all the apps. However, the app accounts which are directly linked with the google account will lose their data as well. So, if you don't worry about the data, go ahead and set it up as a different user.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: It will not delete the apps but unless you actually want the apps, I would recommend making a different Google account for your own security and your friends' security.Once you remove the email address, you will lose all progress or saved data on those apps though. So as long as you do not care about the saved data with that Google account, you should be fine.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/05 | 740 | 2,671 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Moto X running Android 5.0.1 and can't install an APK that i've received on my e-mail from a developer on my company.
I already researched a bit about this and none of the similar problems nor solutions worked for me.
What happens in my case is that i downlaod the APK from the e-mail, then go to the Downlaod section and try to install it.
* I can touch the "Install" button normally (no screen dimming app installed here) and the progress bar of the app being installed appears normally, as if the app was being installed.
* The option that allows me to install APKs from unknowns sources is also activated (in fact i managed to install other apps on this same smartphone the same way before).
After the progress bar screen i get a message that says "The app wasn't installed" (the original message is in portuguese, this is the most literal translation) and that is it. There is no feedback, no error message, no nothing.
When i try to install the same app but from the Android Studio (running the project on the smartphone) it runs sucessfully, but when i compile it into an APK and send it to be downloaded and installed, it doesn't work.
Any thoughts?<issue_comment>username_1: After further exploration I found out what the problem was. It has to do with the permissions declared **inside** the app.
I plugged my phone into PC for Android Studio and checked the *logcat* looking for the moment where the error appeared. Here it is:
```
02-05 15:38:50.828 929-970/? W/PackageManager﹕ Package motoboy.yellowlab.com.br.motoboy attempting to redeclare permission com.startPoint.gmap.MAPS_RECEIVE already owned by br.com.belaapp.profissional
```
It seems that since both apps want to use the same permission (*com.startPoint.gmap.MAPS\_RECEIVE*) they can't be installed at the same time.
I just performed a test: I uninstalled the *belapp.profissional* app, then tried to install my APK from Downloads and it worked.
I also found this thread: [Issue 1668: Unknown error code during application install: 505](https://code.google.com/p/android-developer-preview/issues/detail?id=1668&q=label%3Adefect-18086422&colspec=ID%20Type%20Status%20Owner%20Summary). It seems to be an error with Android 5.0 where you can't have two apps which require the same permission, which is absurd.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Download from a website
=======================
If you downloaded the APK from a website and merely doesn't open in the File Manager, nor the browser see this issue,
* [Can not install apks from File Manager or browser?](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/197184/7425)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/06 | 901 | 3,480 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Moto G first gen,
Post the lollipop update the operator data is NOT working. Its just WiFi which is working.
What I have done:
Updated to Lollipop - Thru WiFi
Checked - Operator Data Not Working
Solutions which I did, which was recieved from Google Plus community & Moto Care Agent (Live Chat)
1. Cleared Cache
2. Did a soft reset & rebooted With Sim & Without Sim
3. Did a hard reset & rebooted with Sim & Without SIM
PS: My first SIM slot is tampered & not working. I just have the SIM 2 which is working.<issue_comment>username_1: Check your APN settings :
Settings -> wireless & networks -> more -> cellular networks -> access point names.
Theses settings are provided by your operator, or you'll easily find them by internet.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I'm sure you've already sorted it out, but in case someone else has the same problem,
I struggled to get access to mobile internet myself, and what helped, was deleting all the other APN profiles and leaving just the needed one. After reset, it got back to normal.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: With Lollipop upgrade, you systematically lose the 3G or 4G configuration! All you have to do is call your operator provider. They will send you an SMS with new settings for APN. Doing this fixed my problem.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: My solution: enable flight mode, then disable it. It worked for me.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_5: I'm with T-Mobile (US) and had a similar issue. I resolved it by updating the APN information as per [T-Mobile instructions](https://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-17581).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: I found an easy way. Go to Settings -> Mobile Settings -> APN -> Restore to default
this will solve it.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_7: Go to sim card manager(on Samsung) and select the sim you want to use data of from the data service network. It should start working again.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: I also faced the similar problem. This simple change in settings did the trick:
Go to Settings → SIM Card manager → Data service network →
Select the SIM 1 or SIM 2 depending on your choice for the data network.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_9: I just found an answer to this.
I had inserted another sim on the vacant sim slot and the data services started. After removing the same sim now, the mobile data services is working perfectly.
So just borrow another sim for 5 mins and do this. Hopefully it'll work this way
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_10: I have just upgraded my Samsung to OS 5.0.2 and lost my mobile data.
All other features are still working.
I have a dual SIM phone and I was able to resolve this by going to the SIM management settings and changing the setup to use the SIM active SIM slot and the upgrade led the phone to use the empty slot for the data.
I hope that you will find this useful
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_11: I have just installed a custom (nameless) rom on my samsung note 2 and ecountered this issue (mobile network/internet not working even though I have just recently recharged)
The solution for me was like this:
Settings -> Mobile Network -> Access Point Names
I changed from Zain BH WAP to Zain BH Internet.
I expect this solution to work for all other operators / ISPs.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_12: I Uninstalled Updates on *Google+*
*Settings* → *Apps* → *Google+* → *Uninstall updates*
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/06 | 217 | 844 | <issue_start>username_0: Why do I get bang sign on network bars and WiFi option... Pls tell me what's this all about. Earlier I was using Android KitKat 4.4.4 on moto g2 and I had nonsuch issue there however since I updated to Android lollipop I usually get these bang signs over network bars and WiFi option (if I turn on WiFi)<issue_comment>username_1: I think it means that you are currently using cellular data. if using wifi data then bang sign dissappears. a new feature on lollipop
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: It may be the problem in Android or in your network connection.
Make sure you are using Official Android.
It happens mostly in Unofficial Android on Rooted Devices..!
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: If its showing exclamatory symbol it means your mobile is loading network or no network on your SIM
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/06 | 677 | 2,499 | <issue_start>username_0: Maybe I didn't understand at all the concept of wifi-direct, but, **can an android be connected in the same time to a wifi for internet and a printer via wifidirect** ?
When i'm connected to my printer, i lose the ability to reach the internet via "normal" wifi.
This could be a duplicate of [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/31966/wifi-direct-and-internet-simultaneously), but it has no answer and is marked as duplicate of [that question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/29769/how-do-i-connect-to-a-wifi-ap-and-3g-network-simultaneously), which does **not** cover that subject (we're talking about **2 wifis**, not 3G + wifidirect).<issue_comment>username_1: You only have one WiFi adapter so you only can either connect to a hotspot or host one, not do both at the same time. This is so because WiFi-direct is basically acting as a hotspot for others.
With two individual WiFi adapters it would be possible because you would have two individual network connections.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Wifi can be used for single operation only. You can use either wifi or hotspot.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: According to SO this should be possible:
* [Can WIFI direct and WIFI station work simultaneously?](https://stackoverflow.com/q/15540884/2533433) says it should work if the driver supports *multi-role*.
* Explicit for Android: [Android running Wifi Lan and Wifi Direct simultaneously](https://stackoverflow.com/q/25253836/2533433) describes *Simultaneous wifi direct and network wifi is an optional feature for devices. Some devices allow this and some do not,* with a pointer to the last item on [this FAQ](http://www.wi-fi.org/discover-wi-fi/wi-fi-direct).
That "last item" no longer is the last item, though – so let me quote that "official reply":1
>
> All devices certified under the Wi-Fi Direct program allow the user to connect to an infrastructure or a Wi-Fi Direct-certified network. Some devices certified under the Wi-Fi Direct program support connections to both an infrastructure network and Wi-Fi Direct-certified group at the same time (e.g. a laptop may support an infrastructure connection while also belonging to a Wi-Fi Direct-certified group). Simultaneous connection to a Wi-Fi Direct-certified group and an infrastructure network is an optional feature.
>
>
>
---
**1:** That site belongs to the *Wi-Fi Alliance®*, see [Who we are](http://www.wi-fi.org/who-we-are)
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/02/06 | 414 | 1,292 | <issue_start>username_0: I have found a lot instructions, but most (or all) of them use a Windows GUI application to root the device. The Linux scripts, that I found did not work.
My telephone:
* Model: Xperia Mini Pro (SK17i)
* Android-Version: 4.0.4
* Kernel-Version: 2.6.32.9-perf
* Build-Nummer: 4.1.B.0.587
How can I root this phone with a linux computer?
**HINT**
This is not a duplicate question, because I want to do it from Linux (not Windows) and second the [alleged solution](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/1184/how-do-i-root-my-android-device) does not contain an answer for my phone!<issue_comment>username_1: install **wine on linux**, then run windows program and root
**[download link](https://www.winehq.org/download/) :**
>
> or install windows on vmware.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You could install CyanogenMod on it, [their instructions](http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_mango) have worked out on Linux for me.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: It worked with Wine and the windows variant of this: [cydiaimpactor.com](http://cydiaimpactor.com) using this instructions from here: [forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2399464](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2399464)
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/06 | 660 | 2,744 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently updated my Moto G2 to Android
Lollipop via OTA update. I've successfully
installed the update(around 500mb i
guess). I saw the new feature of adding
new Guest and New user acccounts just
like the one in PC's so that one user
doesn't get access to other user apps or
data.
So, say if I have some 10 apps running in
my owner account and it drains battery
while running in background. But then if I
wanted to switch to a guest account to
lend my phone to a friend or some
stranger, I cannot see any apps running in
the guest account in the recent apps
section that was open in the owner
account. So my question is,
Will those 10 apps that are opened and still
running in the background in my owner
account drain my battery while the phone is
in Guest mode?
or only the app that runs under my guest
account will have an effect on my phone's
battery usage.<issue_comment>username_1: From what I can tell, the multiuser feature DOES drain quite a lot of battery. Here is a screenshot of my battery stats - I have not logged in as the other user since my last full charge.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/dddwv.jpg)
Click image for larger version
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I noticed that owner account and new user account runs concurrently and their by consuming more battery, How did I know, first I installed some apps on my owner account like bbm, Whatsapp and imo, I got these apps connected to internet and working, I switched the account to another user account and install other apps and have it working. Finally I switched to the guest account and send messages to the apps running on the owner account and new user account. I switched off the internet to make sure the messages I send to the bbm and Whatsapp won't get there while am switching the account. To confirm my curiosity, the messages were already there when I switched the accounts.
With that I conclude that dual user consumes more battery.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: First of all you must understand that the smartphone actively manages all the apps and accounts without interruption. That means if you are creating multiple accounts then your smartphone will have to manage all accounts actively. That is the reason why your smartphone is draining more battery.
Try the following things:
* Clear cache of Phone.
* Always close the background running apps if not required.
* Close the unwanted applications that are running anonymously without your permission. To do this go to Settings >> Apps and select the app you do not want to use or run and simply click on stop.
These are the few things to remember for long life of battery.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/06 | 496 | 2,164 | <issue_start>username_0: Currently my LG G2 Swype-style input with the LG keyboard gives me boneheaded suggestions like **tho** for *to* (and actually prefers them). I see elsewhere that user dictionary editing is not available, but some of these entries are five years old already. Any progress on this front?<issue_comment>username_1: From what I can tell, the multiuser feature DOES drain quite a lot of battery. Here is a screenshot of my battery stats - I have not logged in as the other user since my last full charge.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/dddwv.jpg)
Click image for larger version
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I noticed that owner account and new user account runs concurrently and their by consuming more battery, How did I know, first I installed some apps on my owner account like bbm, Whatsapp and imo, I got these apps connected to internet and working, I switched the account to another user account and install other apps and have it working. Finally I switched to the guest account and send messages to the apps running on the owner account and new user account. I switched off the internet to make sure the messages I send to the bbm and Whatsapp won't get there while am switching the account. To confirm my curiosity, the messages were already there when I switched the accounts.
With that I conclude that dual user consumes more battery.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: First of all you must understand that the smartphone actively manages all the apps and accounts without interruption. That means if you are creating multiple accounts then your smartphone will have to manage all accounts actively. That is the reason why your smartphone is draining more battery.
Try the following things:
* Clear cache of Phone.
* Always close the background running apps if not required.
* Close the unwanted applications that are running anonymously without your permission. To do this go to Settings >> Apps and select the app you do not want to use or run and simply click on stop.
These are the few things to remember for long life of battery.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/06 | 486 | 2,077 | <issue_start>username_0: I cannot disable lock screen. When I try to go to settings -->security-->screen lock the none option is not there it has just been disappeared.
I have a nexus 5 with android 5.1 build number lrx2cc<issue_comment>username_1: From what I can tell, the multiuser feature DOES drain quite a lot of battery. Here is a screenshot of my battery stats - I have not logged in as the other user since my last full charge.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/dddwv.jpg)
Click image for larger version
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I noticed that owner account and new user account runs concurrently and their by consuming more battery, How did I know, first I installed some apps on my owner account like bbm, Whatsapp and imo, I got these apps connected to internet and working, I switched the account to another user account and install other apps and have it working. Finally I switched to the guest account and send messages to the apps running on the owner account and new user account. I switched off the internet to make sure the messages I send to the bbm and Whatsapp won't get there while am switching the account. To confirm my curiosity, the messages were already there when I switched the accounts.
With that I conclude that dual user consumes more battery.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: First of all you must understand that the smartphone actively manages all the apps and accounts without interruption. That means if you are creating multiple accounts then your smartphone will have to manage all accounts actively. That is the reason why your smartphone is draining more battery.
Try the following things:
* Clear cache of Phone.
* Always close the background running apps if not required.
* Close the unwanted applications that are running anonymously without your permission. To do this go to Settings >> Apps and select the app you do not want to use or run and simply click on stop.
These are the few things to remember for long life of battery.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/07 | 413 | 1,698 | <issue_start>username_0: M moto G 2nd gen is not playing default phone ringtone. Even if I try to select the tones from the list they don't play the sound. Rest all the tones are working properly.<issue_comment>username_1: First thing to do is ensure your phone ringer is not on silent or that your volume is not set too low. The next thing is to check if the file itself is corrupted. Use your File Manager to play the sound directly from storage. If it plays there but still won't work as a ringer, you should backup and format your phone. Good luck.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Sometimes, with cache piling up, your phone reacts slower to everything. The speed change is small and can't be noticed but the cache pile is the problem. Try removing Cache Data from Storage> Settings.
If it doesn't work, try restarting your phone by holding the power button for 3 seconds and shut it down. Restart it again after couple of seconds and the ringtone should be working
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I have fixed mine by setting all of my contacts to default ringtone. Unique ring tones for each contact do not work.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: 1/15/18 PROBLEM SOLVED for Moto G3:
Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions > When calls and notifications arrive > had been reset to: Allow only priority Interruptions. This produced a small star warning @ top of screen, with no sound or vibration for incoming calls. CHOOSE: Always interrupt: phone calls can then ring & vibrate.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Press the up vol button and above the slider there is a little bell icon. Touch that icon and your Moto will again make your chosen ring.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/08 | 1,726 | 6,154 | <issue_start>username_0: When I display the quick settings panel, there are shortcuts to enable some functions (wifi, data connection ...)
When my phone is locked (pin code), the location switch disappears, (for security reasons AFAIK).
But the airplane mode switch is ever displayed, so a thiefer could easily enable it, and disable location by the same.
Is there a way to disable the airplane mode switch when my phone is locked ?
Locked :
Unlocked :
<issue_comment>username_1: Install **XposedInstaller** and use **GravityBox** module. It has a setting for disabling the Power button at lockscreen. Hope it helps.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I have not seen any way in which this can be done on stock Android.
If you are willing to root, this can be achieved through a custom ROM like [Cataclysm](http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/orig-development/rom-cataclysm-nexus-5-t2518660).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: **Note:**
* The following solution is tested on COS12 (Android 5.0.2) and Carbon ROM (Android 5.1.1).
* For this answer, you would need [ADB](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/42474/is-there-a-minimal-installation-of-adb) setup in your machine, [USB debugging enabled](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/usb-debugging/info) in the device and connected to PC. Alternatively, for rooted devices, terminal app like [Terminal Emulator for Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm) can be used.
* Root access is required (see exception at the bottom).
---
The tiles that you can toggle in the Quick Settings are assigned particular names and are stored as a value for the key `sysui_qs_tiles` under the table `secure` (both key and the table may differ for your ROM) of `settings.db` (Settings Storage app).
**Note:**
* When using a terminal emulator app, enter `su` and then follow the commands without the prefix `adb shell`.
* For each stage, two commands are mentioned. *Both are alternatives to each other here.*
* For the usage of `settings` and `content`, enter `adb shell settings` and `adb shell content` respectively
To find out the value stored in the key `sysui_qs_tiles`, enter the command
```
adb shell settings get secure sysui_qs_tiles
adb shell content --query content://settings/secure --where "name='systeui_qs_tiles'"
```
The output would be like:
```
wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location,airplane
```
`airplane` is for Airplane mode. If you remove it from the value, the quick tile would instantaneously vanish.
Example,
```
adb shell settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location"
adb shell content update --url content://settings/secure value:s:"wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location" --where "name='sysui_qs_tiles'"
```
It **must be noted** that you should not use the aforesaid value but only the one which you got from your query.
As for hiding/removing the Airplane mode on the lock-screen and adding it back when the screen is unlocked you can use an [automation](/questions/tagged/automation "show questions tagged 'automation'") tool, such as [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) or [MacroDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arlosoft.macrodroid).
Instructions for Tasker
=======================
1. Create a task named "Screen unlocked".
2. Add an action as **Code → Run Shell**, and add these details:
* **Command**:
```
settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location,airplane"
```
Use the key-value relevant for your device. Also, as an alternative, you can use the `content` command, if you would like to. This info remains valid for further instructions as well.
* Check **Use Root**
3. Create an another task named "Screen locked".
4. **Note**: If you configured lock-screen settings so that the screen doesn't lock right after the device gets to sleep, but after XY seconds (such as, `30` seconds), then create an action as **Task → Wait** and set those XY **Seconds**. Alternatively, `sleep XY` command can also be used.
5. Add an action as **Code → Run Shell**, and add these details:
* **Command**:
```
settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location"
```
* Check **Use Root**
6. Create a profile named "S-unlocked" under **Event → Display → Display Unlocked**, choose `Highest` **Priority**, and link the task "Screen unlocked".
7. Create an another profile named "S-locked" under **Event → Display → Display Off**, choose `Highest` **Priority**, and link the task "Screen locked".
8. Have the **Tasker** enabled and behold the desired action by locking/unlocking the screen.
---
Should you decide to use **MacroDroid**, install [Secure Settings](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intangibleobject.securesettings.plugin) too because it is needed to run commands in MacroDroid's actions.
### Relevant triggers in MacroDroid:
* Screen On/Off → Screen Off
* Screen Unlocked
### Relevant actions in MacroDroid:
* Secure Settings → Actions → Run Command
+ Use the commands learned in this solution. Follow instructions for Tasker for any guidance
* Wait Before Next Action
---
Screenshots
-----------
Order of images as "All tiles available when screen is unlocked" → "No Airplane tile when screen is locked"
(Click image to enlarge)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/Ft0lm.png)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/V6MKP.png)
---
***It is possible to use this solution without root access***. You would need ADB running in wireless and loopback mode for that. It is not very convenient, however, it does work. For any guidance, see my [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/116319/96277) for [Lollipop hide quick settings on Lock screen](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/112455/96277).
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/08 | 1,637 | 5,874 | <issue_start>username_0: The SIM Card Manager on the Settings cannot be opened. The SIM, contacts, and messages also cannot be detected on my cp. Even the mobile data can't connect. It says "Insert SIM card", but the SIM card is already inserted.
What is the reason for this?<issue_comment>username_1: Install **XposedInstaller** and use **GravityBox** module. It has a setting for disabling the Power button at lockscreen. Hope it helps.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I have not seen any way in which this can be done on stock Android.
If you are willing to root, this can be achieved through a custom ROM like [Cataclysm](http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/orig-development/rom-cataclysm-nexus-5-t2518660).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: **Note:**
* The following solution is tested on COS12 (Android 5.0.2) and Carbon ROM (Android 5.1.1).
* For this answer, you would need [ADB](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/42474/is-there-a-minimal-installation-of-adb) setup in your machine, [USB debugging enabled](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/usb-debugging/info) in the device and connected to PC. Alternatively, for rooted devices, terminal app like [Terminal Emulator for Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm) can be used.
* Root access is required (see exception at the bottom).
---
The tiles that you can toggle in the Quick Settings are assigned particular names and are stored as a value for the key `sysui_qs_tiles` under the table `secure` (both key and the table may differ for your ROM) of `settings.db` (Settings Storage app).
**Note:**
* When using a terminal emulator app, enter `su` and then follow the commands without the prefix `adb shell`.
* For each stage, two commands are mentioned. *Both are alternatives to each other here.*
* For the usage of `settings` and `content`, enter `adb shell settings` and `adb shell content` respectively
To find out the value stored in the key `sysui_qs_tiles`, enter the command
```
adb shell settings get secure sysui_qs_tiles
adb shell content --query content://settings/secure --where "name='systeui_qs_tiles'"
```
The output would be like:
```
wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location,airplane
```
`airplane` is for Airplane mode. If you remove it from the value, the quick tile would instantaneously vanish.
Example,
```
adb shell settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location"
adb shell content update --url content://settings/secure value:s:"wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location" --where "name='sysui_qs_tiles'"
```
It **must be noted** that you should not use the aforesaid value but only the one which you got from your query.
As for hiding/removing the Airplane mode on the lock-screen and adding it back when the screen is unlocked you can use an [automation](/questions/tagged/automation "show questions tagged 'automation'") tool, such as [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) or [MacroDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arlosoft.macrodroid).
Instructions for Tasker
=======================
1. Create a task named "Screen unlocked".
2. Add an action as **Code → Run Shell**, and add these details:
* **Command**:
```
settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location,airplane"
```
Use the key-value relevant for your device. Also, as an alternative, you can use the `content` command, if you would like to. This info remains valid for further instructions as well.
* Check **Use Root**
3. Create an another task named "Screen locked".
4. **Note**: If you configured lock-screen settings so that the screen doesn't lock right after the device gets to sleep, but after XY seconds (such as, `30` seconds), then create an action as **Task → Wait** and set those XY **Seconds**. Alternatively, `sleep XY` command can also be used.
5. Add an action as **Code → Run Shell**, and add these details:
* **Command**:
```
settings put secure sysui_qs_tiles "wifi,bt,cell,rotation,flashlight,hotspot,location"
```
* Check **Use Root**
6. Create a profile named "S-unlocked" under **Event → Display → Display Unlocked**, choose `Highest` **Priority**, and link the task "Screen unlocked".
7. Create an another profile named "S-locked" under **Event → Display → Display Off**, choose `Highest` **Priority**, and link the task "Screen locked".
8. Have the **Tasker** enabled and behold the desired action by locking/unlocking the screen.
---
Should you decide to use **MacroDroid**, install [Secure Settings](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intangibleobject.securesettings.plugin) too because it is needed to run commands in MacroDroid's actions.
### Relevant triggers in MacroDroid:
* Screen On/Off → Screen Off
* Screen Unlocked
### Relevant actions in MacroDroid:
* Secure Settings → Actions → Run Command
+ Use the commands learned in this solution. Follow instructions for Tasker for any guidance
* Wait Before Next Action
---
Screenshots
-----------
Order of images as "All tiles available when screen is unlocked" → "No Airplane tile when screen is locked"
(Click image to enlarge)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/Ft0lm.png)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/V6MKP.png)
---
***It is possible to use this solution without root access***. You would need ADB running in wireless and loopback mode for that. It is not very convenient, however, it does work. For any guidance, see my [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/116319/96277) for [Lollipop hide quick settings on Lock screen](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/112455/96277).
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/08 | 2,779 | 9,966 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm running CyanogenMod 12 nightly on my G900T (klte). Everything works great except for the default encryption password, which causes my phone to boot loop.
I've formatted data and done factory resets, but `/data` is still encrypted and shows up as `/dev/dm-0`.
Is there a command that I can do to remove the encryption? I don't care about the data, I want it all gone. I just want to get back to having `/data` and the internal storage being stored in plaintext on disk to be able to boot into CyanogenMod.
How can I use `adb shell` to remove the encryption on these partitions?<issue_comment>username_1: The answer for me involved a number of things, but I think one is really the key.
Use the "recovery" Command, bro
===============================
This uses CyanogenMod's/AOSP's `recovery` program to wipe the user data and disable encryption. (found in [this answer on Stack Overflow](https://stackoverflow.com/a/10829600/128967)) Boot into your recovery, and then from your computer run
```
adb shell recovery --wipe_data --set_filesystem_encryption=off
```
Your phone will reboot into system and things should hopefully work as planned.
If you need to run it from the phone itself (ie: you don't have a computer nearby to `adb` with):
```
recovery --wipe_data --set_filesystem_encryption=off
```
It should wipe, disable encryption, and reboot system.
If All Else Fails
=================
Don't use this method unless the above doesn't work or apply to your scenario.
### Destroy the LUKS Header for Filesystem Encryption
1. You need a recovery which will allow you to drop to a shell as `root`, so TWRP works in my case.
2. Locate the `userdata` partition by looking around in `/dev/block/platform/*/by-name/userdata`.
3. Write out a ton of zeroes to the beginning of that partition to wipe the LUKS header:
```
dd if=/dev/zero of=$PATH_TO_YOUR_USERDATA bs=4096 count=512
```
I claim no responsibility for what you do with this command. If you screw this up, you can brick your phone by overwriting your bootloader or other critical partitions. Make sure that `$PATH_TO_YOUR_USERDATA` points to the real `userdata` partition. Check the size of that partition to make sure you're wiping the right thing. I have a 16GB phone and `userdata` is 10.4GB, with the rest being dedicated to `system`, but your phone will be different.
4. Reformat that partition as `ext4` using `make_ext4fs $PATH_TO_YOUR_USERDATA`.
There might be errors, but usually they relate to not being able to find the internal "sdcard," this is okay.
After all this, reboot recovery again and then run a factory reset just to be safe.
### Why Does This Work?
Simply doing a factory reset seemed to not do anything for me, the phone would still see a LUKS partition there. I assume that this is because the LUKS header still existed at the disk level and the ext4 partition was just overlaid on top of it. For some reason, Android prioritized detection of a LUKS partition over an ext4 partition and attempts (and succeeds) to mount that.
### Where to Go from Here
(If you know what you're doing, you might also want to wipe `system` and install your ROM from scratch. *Again, I take no responsibility for anything you do with the information contained in this post.*)
Worked for me on a `klte` G900T (Samsung Galaxy S5 T-Mobile). Your mileage may vary.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: Expanding on <NAME>'s answer above...
well, that answer got me to the right place, but my phone (CM11 / i9300) didn't have a `recovery` command, and the `wipe` command didn't have an option to disable encryption. So I did it manually from looking at the comments in [the source code for the `recovery` command](https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android_bootable_recovery/blob/cm-10.2/recovery.c) (file linked from the answer linked in the above question):
```
* The recovery tool communicates with the main system through /cache files.
* /cache/recovery/command - INPUT - command line for tool, one arg per line
* /cache/recovery/log - OUTPUT - combined log file from recovery run(s)
* /cache/recovery/intent - OUTPUT - intent that was passed in
*
* The arguments which may be supplied in the recovery.command file:
* --send_intent=anystring - write the text out to recovery.intent
* --update_package=path - verify install an OTA package file
* --wipe_data - erase user data (and cache), then reboot
* --wipe_cache - wipe cache (but not user data), then reboot
* --set_encrypted_filesystem=on|off - enables / diasables encrypted fs
*
* After completing, we remove /cache/recovery/command and reboot.
```
So to do it manually (with adb):
1. get up a prompt with root access, e.g.
>
>
> ```
> $ adb shell
> > su
>
> ```
>
>
2. put the following text into the file /cache/recovery/command, either with echo or vi:
>
>
> ```
> --wipe_data
> --set_encrypted_filesystem=off
>
> ```
>
> e.g. with `echo -e "--wipe_data\n--set_encrypted_filesystem=off" > /cache/recovery/command`
>
>
>
3. reboot into CWM or similar recovery
You should see a nice progress bar and it should get done :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: The solution of manually wiping the LUKS header provided by <NAME> works fine, except for one thing. I do not how what it depends on, but in my experience, Android keeps the LUKS header at the END of the partition. And if that is the case with your device, then running
```
dd if=/dev/zero of=$PATH_TO_YOUR_USERDATA bs=4096 count=512
```
will fail to remove the header (footer?) because it wipes only the beginning of the partition.
One could of course wipe the entire partition, but that would take unnecessarily long. So...
**To wipe the end of the partition** (of any size), after running the above command, run this command also:
```
dd bs=512 if=/dev/zero of=$PATH_TO_YOUR_USERDATA count=22048 seek=$((`blockdev --getsz $PATH_TO_YOUR_USERDATA` - 22048))
```
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: On my Moto G 3rd Gen (osprey), neither calling recovery nor wiping LUKS header (at start and end of partition) worked - I still needed to enter the encryption password during Cyanogen Mod bootup, then was stuck with an "encryption error" message.
I finally found that my TWRP 3.0.1 recovery has a "Format Data" option in the "Wipe" section. This does a complete factory reset which also disables encryption.
Worked like a charm. If you have access to a decent TWRP version (easily flashed e.g. with Flashify), try this first.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_5: Are you using custom recovery?
==============================
If yes, then do this after booting to a custom recovery (**TWRP** in my case):
1. On recovery start, **DO NOT decrypt the device**. Just tap **Cancel** when asked of password or pattern.
2. **Wipe the data partition.** (On TWRP after swiping to modify system: Wipe > Advanced > Check: Data)
This will of course wipe everything in the `userdata` partition. The whole data partition will be reformatted **including the encryption keys**.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: **Provided that you're using TWRP or similar.**
* reboot to TWRP (enter password), and make a backup of `Data` partition to external `SD` or `OTG Drive`
* reboot to TWRP (cancel password), and format Data partition to `f2fs`
* restore backup made in step one to newly created `Data` partition
* reboot system
* enjoy Android with all your data saved, and encryption removed
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_7: My votes go to @username_1, and other helpful answer here, but I have some info I'd like to share. It's too long for a comment, let it be an answer then.
Since some version of TWRP, there's 'format data' item on Wipe screen. It not only wipes /data partition, but also handles the encrypted FS matter. In my case, TWRP 3.0.2 on Samsung J500H wipes encryption, and it was the only way, factory reset doesn't work. CMR (that one being built along my CM 12.1 rom for J500H) can't clear encryption either.
`--set_encrypted_filesystem=off` also didn't work in TWRP and CMR.
wiping data via OpenRecoveryScript <https://twrp.me/faq/openrecoveryscript.html> also doesn't work
Android 3.0 started to map /sdcard to /data/media, so they had to rework /data wipe to not /data/media, and `rm -rf` is performed instead. See <https://twrp.me/faq/datamedia.html> for more details.
When you perform 'format data' you may see in recovery log (/cache/recover/log or /cache/recovery/last\_log) following info:
```
I:Successfully wiped crypto footer.
```
before it formats /data with `make_ext4fs`. The TWRP code has number of checks to find where the LUKS header is, and in my case it found it in the footer.
I looked at the TWRP source and I haven't found a way to 'format data' from command line (I need to wipe encrypted storage from an application in custom rom), so this option is present in UI only. With the only exception - if TWRP is compiled with `TW_OEM_BUILD` enabled then it **will** 'format data' on factory reset, clearing crypto header and formatting data partition, otherwise it would use regular wipe w/o formatting.
I'm going to try to `dd` with zeros, actually TWRP does the same to clear encryption, just it knows where to look for the header exactly ))
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_8: The best working method is to boot into TWRP and use the inbuilt terminal to format it as ext2(coz that's the only thing supported from terminal directly), and change the partition to ext4 using the "Repair Filesystem" Option under Mount
**To format as ext2:**
`mkfs.ext2 /dev/block/mmcbl0p23` (Substitute with the value of your userdata partition by looking around in /dev/block/platform/\*/by-name/userdata )
**Change filesystem as ext4:**
Wipe -> Advanced Wipe -> Select "Data" ->Repair or Change FileSystem -> Change File System -> EXT4
Now, you should have encryption removed, and be able to mount /data partition from TWRP. Hope this helps :)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/09 | 558 | 2,242 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a **Samsung Galaxy S5 (SC-04A)**, running **Android 4.4.2**, and it is **rooted** but still has the **stock ROM** that it came with when I purchased it. This problem has existed since before rooting the phone.
I leave the phone in its charging cradle over night. When I wake up, the phone is not connected to my home wifi network.
I have looked at the advanced wifi settings, and the option "Keep Wi\_Fi on during sleep" is set to "Always". I do not have any "Wi-Fi timer" set. I can't see any other options that might make my Wifi disconnect.
How do I ensure that my Galaxy S5 is staying connected to my home network, and in general always maintains a stable connection to any network?<issue_comment>username_1: Do you have a scheduled Titanium backup? That sometimes turns of my wifi when it runs.
Do an inventory of programs you have installed. A system app will not be turning off your wifi, but one you have installed may be doing that.
Install BootManager (free) and select programs you do not want to run at startup. That would be almost everything.
When the screen times out the wifi may be disconnecting, too, but wifi should automatically reconnect when the phone is unlocked. For testing you might install an app to keep the phone from going to sleep to see if losing wifi is related to sleeping.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I was thinking along the same lines as dmcdivitt on the power setting being the issue. I'm currently going through the same thing with an xperia z3, having just changed the power setting to Stamina mode.
If you keep having the problem but don't want to turn off stamina, try using an automator app like macrodroid or tasker to force a reconnect to wifi. I'm still in experimentation mode on this one.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Hmmm. Have you tried un-rooting and then get the latest OTA Firmware Updates? You can re-root afterwards if you want. (In OTA download: Look for files with \_wifi in the name)
Or maybe try looking for custom ROMs if you feel ok messing with the Operating System.
Sometimes getting the right updates solves stuff like that. I've done it on both tablets and smartphones with great success.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/09 | 5,209 | 11,419 | <issue_start>username_0: I have downloaded "Google Apps" for my device (using CyanogenMod) from this link: [Google Apps for CyanogenMod](http://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Google_Apps)
It is a zip file which includes some folders and files:
```
Archive: gapps-kk-20140606-signed.zip
signed by SignApk
Length Date Time Name
--------- ---------- ----- ----
283576 2008-02-28 18:33 META-INF/com/google/android/update-binary
2538 2008-02-28 18:33 META-INF/com/google/android/updater-script
733 2008-02-28 18:33 install-optional.sh
1293 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/addon.d/71-gapps-faceunlock.sh
1509607 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/app/FaceLock.apk
1267168 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/lib/libfacelock_jni.so
242204 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/detection/multi_pose_face_landmark_detectors.7/left_eye-y0-yi45-p0-pi45-r0-ri20.lg_32.bin
239032 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/detection/multi_pose_face_landmark_detectors.7/nose_base-y0-yi45-p0-pi45-r0-ri20.lg_32.bin
227880 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/detection/multi_pose_face_landmark_detectors.7/right_eye-y0-yi45-p0-pi45-r0-ri20.lg_32-2.bin
437148 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/detection/yaw_roll_face_detectors.6/head-y0-yi45-p0-pi45-r0-ri30.4a-v24.bin
395904 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/detection/yaw_roll_face_detectors.6/head-y0-yi45-p0-pi45-rn30-ri30.5-v24.bin
403000 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/detection/yaw_roll_face_detectors.6/head-y0-yi45-p0-pi45-rp30-ri30.5-v24.bin
11981284 2008-02-28 18:33 optional/face/vendor/pittpatt/models/recognition/face.face.y0-y0-22-b-N.bin
2679 2008-02-28 18:33 system/addon.d/70-gapps.sh
7329839 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Books.apk
1504849 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/GenieWidget.apk
4904345 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Gmail2.apk
502096 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk
206543 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk
820454 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/GoogleEars.apk
10949624 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/GoogleTTS.apk
11511850 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Hangouts.apk
7631202 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Magazines.apk
10987553 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Maps.apk
388768 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/MediaUploader.apk
8438121 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Music2.apk
3293204 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/PlayGames.apk
30177075 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/PlusOne.apk
264451 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Street.apk
3474174 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/Videos.apk
8374746 2008-02-28 18:33 system/app/YouTube.apk
154 2008-02-28 18:33 system/etc/g.prop
816 2008-02-28 18:33 system/etc/permissions/com.google.android.maps.xml
835 2008-02-28 18:33 system/etc/permissions/com.google.android.media.effects.xml
261 2008-02-28 18:33 system/etc/permissions/com.google.widevine.software.drm.xml
967 2008-02-28 18:33 system/etc/permissions/features.xml
9629 2008-02-28 18:33 system/etc/preferred-apps/google.xml
160503 2008-02-28 18:33 system/framework/com.google.android.maps.jar
34818 2008-02-28 18:33 system/framework/com.google.android.media.effects.jar
688 2008-02-28 18:33 system/framework/com.google.widevine.software.drm.jar
427480 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libAppDataSearch.so
830276 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libWVphoneAPI.so
9340 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libcrashreporter.so
17484 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libfilterframework_jni.so
542776 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libfilterpack_facedetect.so
1848904 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libfrsdk.so
1446992 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libgames_rtmp_jni.so
148800 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libgcastv2_base.so
173516 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libgcastv2_support.so
54432 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libgoogle_hotword_jni.so
10716304 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libgoogle_recognizer_jni_l.so
30092 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libjgcastservice.so
497116 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libjni_unbundled_latinimegoogle.so
3276964 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libmoviemaker-jni.so
3186756 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libnetjni.so
4634612 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libpatts_engine_jni_api.so
5236788 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libpatts_engine_jni_api_ub.210030011.so
3311060 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libphotoeditor_native.so
29936 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libplus_jni_v8.so
22564 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/librsjni.so
140624 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libspeexwrapper.so
349640 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libvcdecoder_jni.so
4906560 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libvideochat_jni.so
132332 2008-02-28 18:33 system/lib/libwebp_android.so
859115 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/ConfigUpdater.apk
14146183 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GmsCore.apk
127784 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GoogleBackupTransport.apk
306772 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GoogleFeedback.apk
5872527 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GoogleLoginService.apk
8500 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GoogleOneTimeInitializer.apk
130086 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GooglePartnerSetup.apk
3031445 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/GoogleServicesFramework.apk
6520554 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/Phonesky.apk
2112030 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/SetupWizard.apk
18403608 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/Velvet.apk
2736144 2008-02-28 18:33 system/priv-app/talkback.apk
411730 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/c_fst
2841712 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/clg
1881 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/commands.abnf
285 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/compile_grammar.config
3381 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/contacts.abnf
1721 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/dict
2539 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/dictation.config
3667120 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/dnn
1357 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/endpointer_dictation.config
1514 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/endpointer_voicesearch.config
19808 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/ep_acoustic_model
3326536 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/g2p_fst
2563 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/grammar.config
1688 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hclg_shotword
182833 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hmm_symbols
112016 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hmmlist
2745 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hotword.config
29252 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hotword_classifier
5460 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hotword_normalizer
10 2014-06-08 01:25 system/usr/srec/en-US/hotword_prompt.txt
278 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/hotword_word_symbols
39 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/metadata
862 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/norm_fst
970304 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/normalizer
575024 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/offensive_word_normalizer
303 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/phone_state_map
244 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/phonelist
10659152 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/rescoring_lm
126368 2008-02-28 18:33 system/usr/srec/en-US/wordlist
1675 2008-02-28 18:33 META-INF/com/android/otacert
9792 2008-02-28 18:33 META-INF/MANIFEST.MF
10799 2008-02-28 18:33 META-INF/CERT.SF
1714 2008-02-28 18:33 META-INF/CERT.RSA
--------- -------
247160412 109 files
```
This file contains Google Apps **APK** files as well. It could be chosen from recovery (such as ) and installed. In this way all apps available in the zip file will be installed altogether and after installation could be uninstalled such as apps installed by .apk file, because they are supposed and built in apps.
My question is that if I extract .apk files from this zip file and install them manually on the device, does they work properly? Or there is some functional difference between installing zip file from recovery and installing apk file manually?<issue_comment>username_1: Installing zip from custom recovery install these apks to /system directory which is read only file system and you cant uninstall these apks later.
Yes you can install manually and most probably you wont get problems if you install all necessary apks but applications will be on /data directory and used your precious storage space. you can uninstall though this time.
make your choice wisely.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: if doing so you have to remount the /system partition as it is mounted read only.
via an `adb shell`
```
mount -o remount,rw /system
```
or from outside the device
```
adb remount
```
After this you can copy the content of this file onto the system partition.
Keep in mind that these apk files will rely on some libraries, config files etc, which are also provided in this file and probably it would be best to install the whole as it would be done via the install method in recovery. If you really want to install only some of these apk files you have to figure out their dependencies and install them also. For analysing dependencies of an apk file you could use: <http://developer.sonymobile.com/knowledge-base/tools/analyse-your-apks-with-apkanalyser/>. The dependencies should be listed in the apks AndroidManifest.xml which you could also read with tools from the Android SDK like: `aapt` something like: `aapt dump badging yourapp.apk`.
See also: <https://stackoverflow.com/questions/4191762/how-to-view-androidmanifest-xml-from-apk-file>.
Keep in mind: iam not an app developer so iam not sure if libraries which should be part of the system/lib directory are also listed in it's AndroidManifest.xml file maybe an app developer could comment here.
Usually you should always prefer the installation through recovery as this is a safe way of installing where you can be sure not to break anything while installing, as the main system is not running.(Broken update.zip files can still break your device :P)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: The APK themselves can be installed without recovery. However if an application depends on another application which doesn't exists in the current system or if it depends on features that thee currently installed dependent doesn't provide or provide in incompatible way, then you might see instabilities that wouldn't have been there if you had installed the whole thing. This might translate to crashes or even data corruption. I would not recommend cherry picking APKs from different images, but if you have a very very good reasons to do it, do it at your own risk.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: There are tools which allow you to install apk as a system app, but you will need root access.
Nevertheless, after doing so, some apps might not work because of dependencies to other apps. And installing all dependencies is quite tricky.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/09 | 657 | 2,328 | <issue_start>username_0: Genymotion 2.2 & Android 4.0
I want to set a global HTTP proxy in Android, and all Apps will go through this proxy.
Now I can only do this in GUI as following way: Wi-Fi -> WiredSSID -> Modify Network -> show advanced options
Is there any way to set the WIFI proxy via adb shell?
I've Googled and tried several ways such as:
```
1. export http_proxy xxx
2. setprop net.gprs.http-proxy xxx
3. sqlite3 /data/data/com.android.providers.settings/databases/settings.db; INSERT INTO system VALUES(99,'http_proxy','xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx:xxxx')
```
and nothing worked.<issue_comment>username_1: I posted this over in this [StackOverflow question](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/23144714/set-http-proxy-settings-for-a-wifi-access-point-using-adb-on-android) and it looks like it would work for what you are trying to do.
I developed an app that will allow you to change the proxy from adb for use in my own automation setup and it has been working reliably for me so far. You can look at the source and download the apk from [github](https://github.com/jpkrause/AndroidProxySetter). All you have to do is install it on the device you want to automate proxy changes and then run an adb command to have the app set your proxy settings. More details on how to use it are in the README on github.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: on master device:
1. Configure wifi proxy manually
2. `adb pull /data/misc/wifi/ipconfig.txt`
on second device:
1. `adb shell svc wifi disable`
2. `adb push ipconfig.txt /data/misc/wifi/ipconfig.txt`
3. `adb shell svc wifi enable`
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: On my Android 7 and 8 devices:
```
adb shell settings put global http_proxy :
```
Seems the setting is lost at reboot, however.
Upvotes: 5 <issue_comment>username_4: for removing the proxy, `adb shell settings put global http_proxy :0`. i struggled with my android phone after setting the wrong proxy. not sure if there's any default settings via GUI in the android settings, I'm using an Android lollipop OS phone so not many options there.
To check that you've set the wrong proxy, if you get errors like `Caused by: java.net.ConnectException: failed to connect to /127.0.0.1 (port 1337): connect failed: ECONNREFUSED (Connection refused)`, a very likely cause would be wrong proxy.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/09 | 223 | 921 | <issue_start>username_0: After upgrading to Android Lollipop, I am unable to pick calls though the phone plays the ringtone for incoming calls and shows the call as 'missed' later. It does show anything on screen by which I can pick the call. Kindly help. Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: Under Settings > Sim cards > Check your Connection priority. There is an option to set to "Voice" or "Data".
You must select "Voice".
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: The first thing to check is in
Settings > Sound & notification > Interruptions
that Calls is switched on to allow dialer to bring up the notification window... Then you should get the popup to answer the phone. Good luck though - if your phone is like mine (a Motorola G 2nd gen) depending on what your doing on the phone at the time of the call the stupid call/reject slider doesn't work... WTF - Phones that can't answer phone calls - FAIL!
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/09 | 1,119 | 3,945 | <issue_start>username_0: I use Firefox and uBlock on my PC to save CPU time and data. Is there a similar way to get faster browsing in Android? I prefer not to use Adblock Plus.<issue_comment>username_1: If you have a rooted device. I suggest installing [Ad Away](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2190753)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: AdBlock does not make your browsing faster. It simply blocks ads. *Maybe it does, but that's probably insignificant.*
If you want to improve browsing speed, try [Opera Max - Data manager](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.max&hl=en).
>
> Opera Max is a free, data-savings and data-management app that extends
> your data plan. With Opera Max, you can easily manage your data by
> monitoring daily data usage and limit data-hogging apps to Wi-Fi only.
> Opera Max also provides data savings by compressing videos, photos,
> media and more on almost all of your favorite apps and websites -
> without any noticeable loss of quality. Data overage fees are a thing
> of the past with Opera Max!
>
>
>
You can also try [Opera](http://www.opera.com/mobile/operabrowser/android)'s Off-Road feature (different from Opera Max).
>
> **Save time and money** On a slow connection? Or, need to control your
> Android phone or tablet’s data use? Switch to Off-Road mode in Opera
> to save data and browse faster.
>
>
>
Or if you already have the [Chrome Browser](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.android.chrome&hl=en) installed, enable `Reduce Data Usage` in its settings.
>
> **Save Data** - reduce mobile data usage by up to 50% while browsing
>
>
>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: There is a fast browser that block ads called "uc browser" you should download the latest version from google play because this feature is only found in the newset version
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Android Ad block from browsers and app as well
Block all ads by replacing hosts file. Easiest way to block ads :) No app or proxy required.
**Steps**
1. Root required
2. Install android emulator or use file browser to replace the hosts file
3. Replace the hosts file from the repo (<https://github.com/SangramChavan/Android-Ad-block>) to the existing hosts file present in /etc/hosts
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Firefox Mobile **supports add-ons**! Including but not limited to: **uBlock Origin**. So install Firefox and add uBlock. Should run just like your desktop. Problem solved!
Fun bonus: Firefox Mobile's user agent string causes some funny stuff I've noticed (check Amazon.com). You can get an add-on to fix that, too, though! Just add "AppleWebKit/9999" to the user agent string and suddenly websites are prettier :3
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_6: The free and open-source web browser, [](https://brave.com/) [**Brave**](https://brave.com/) contains built-in ad and tracker blocking. [Google Play Store page](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brave.browser&hl=en "Brave browser for Android")
>
> Brave blocks unwanted content by default and keeps count.
> Popular sites often host multiple ads and as many as 70 trackers per site.
>
>
>
>
> Browse confidently with default settings that block phishing, malware, and malvertising. Also, plugins, which have proven to be a security risk, are disabled by default.
>
>
>
Other browsers with built-in ad blockers:
**[Firefox Focus](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.mozilla.focus&hl=en)**
>
> The new Firefox Focus automatically blocks a wide range of online trackers — from the moment you launch it to the second you leave it.
>
> AUTOMATIC PRIVACY - Blocks a wide range of common Web trackers without any settings to set.
>
> BROWSE FASTER - By removing trackers and ads, Web pages may require less data and load faster
>
>
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Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/09 | 1,032 | 4,286 | <issue_start>username_0: I've just found this web site and I'm hoping that I can get some advice/assistance.
I have a Samsung S4 Google Play Edition phone. The GPS worked fine for close to a year. (Location setting on High Accuracy.) However in June of last year (I think it was around the time I got the Kit Kat update), I started having a severe GPS problem. Within 90 seconds of initiating a navigation route with Google Maps, I'd get a "GPS signal lost." voice response. As I'd continue on with my trip, I'd notice the minutes to destination would click down at the appropriate rate. I'd also notice that the blue nav triangle would update every couple minutes or so and be somewhat in the vicinity of where I actually was - but the triangle would be turned in odd directions (not in the direction of traffic flow) and be several hundred yards off. And, of course, no voice commands at all. I'm guessing it had no fix on a satellite and was just determining my approximate location from cell towers. This happens every time I initate a navigation route, and for all practical purposes, the GPS is useless. However, one odd thing is that if I was on a trip more than 40-45 minutes, the GPS would get a satellite fix and it would all of a sudden start working correctly for the rest of the trip - a pinpoint-accurate blue triangle moving with traffic and the female voice commands would start. This happens everytime around the 40-45 minute mark of a trip (if the trip lasts that long). Bizarre. I have installed a GPS Status and Fix app and it confirms the unstable GPS signal (it occasionally will fix on a satellite, but then lose it). I have uninstalled Google Maps and reinstalled. Obviously a simple phone reboot doesn't fix the problem (this has been going on since June). My phone has now been upgraded to Lollipop, still same behavior. My network provider is AT&T - which concerns me as other people seem to be reporting on the net that they have GPS problem with AT&T. So, I'm out of things to try except a factory reset- unless someone here has any other suggestions. (I hope you do.)
That being said, I dread a factory reset (I've never done one before), but maybe it won't be so bad. I don't mind re-downloading apps and setting up my screens again. And my emails and contacts are all synced on the Google cloud. However, I really don't want to lose my SMS Hangouts trail or my call history which goes back over a year. I see that there are a few apps that claim to backup these data. But does anyone want to suggest/recommend apps and a procedure to make sure I retain as much of this as possible post factory reset? It will be much appreciated to reduce my anxiety about the process (not that the world's going to end if I lose these data).
Thanks in advance for any help. I appreciate it.<issue_comment>username_1: Had same problem but was able to solve by:
1. open back cover
2. take a very small phillips-head screwdriver
3. remove the battery, SIM Card, and Data card
4. tighten all screws, especially the one on the top left hand when the back is open. Reason: Behind that screw is the GPS contact point touching the GPS antenna, and this gets loose very often.
For me this solved the problem.
Download GPS Status and Tools from Playstore and test.
Works fine now.
Even Samsung couldn't solve this over phone, but asked me to leave the phone with their service centre which will take a week to fix.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Incredibly, after not working for close to 10 months, my Samsung S4 GPE GPS started working correctly - just a few days before the above response to my original post. I do not know why it's now working properly all of a sudden, I'm guessing some update fixed it. Or some hardware issue corrected itself (as unlikely as that seems). I did read a few months ago about tightening the screws and I did that, but that did not fix it (immediately). Maybe it eventually had something to do with it, I don't know. All very bizarre and unexplainable.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Updating the Google maps fixed for me. Did test with status app. Took few minutes but picked up. Compass was working perfectly.
Note: I tested functionality of GPS by going on highway for 8 miles. Didn't lose the signal once.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/09 | 419 | 1,585 | <issue_start>username_0: One of my friend had a Huawei Y210, it locked because of so many wrong pattern attempt. Unfortunately he hasn't google account to login with it.
I want to hard reset it but it fails to load Recovery mode by pressing Volume Up + Power for more than 10 seconds or less!, I tested any key combination but only it normally boots and shows locked screen.
I tried `fastboot -i 0x12d1 flash recovery recovery.img` and without vendor id, it only waits for device.
Also I added `51-android.rules` to `udev` and restart `udev` but nothing happend and only wait for device.
and `adb` only waits for device.
I have no idea what I should do. If I setup a bootable sdcard, Can it boots from it?
or like NoteII that can goes to recovery mode by soldering some resistors to a male usb connector and plug it, there is something like this?<issue_comment>username_1: To enter fastboot mode hold
vol+ vol- AND power for about 5 seconds; then check with `fastboot devices`
this assumes you've already installed the adb drivers from hi suite or some universal set.
once you're here you can flash a custom recovery or extract the factory recovery from the firmware zip.
<http://consumer.huawei.com/en/support/downloads/detail/index.htm?id=14221>
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Finally I found the way:
Turned it off and then connect it to computer, `adb` found it as recovery then i ran `adb reboot recovery` and then it reboots to recovery.
I found that volume up and down keys are semi broken and for this reason it could not to load recovery mode.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/10 | 309 | 1,285 | <issue_start>username_0: One of the contacts in my galaxy s3 shows a small "hd" next to her name for incoming phone calls. When this person, who also has a galaxy s3 (not linked or connected to my phone that I know of), calls or texts someone, the caller id on the receiver's phone looks like the call is coming from my phone, not hers. It's not clear whether this is happening with everyone she calls or just some people. This is so wierd I don't even know if the question makes sense. Can anyone help?<issue_comment>username_1: The HD means that both parties, You and the one you are calling have HD voice enabled service. Just means you should have better voice quality while talking to that person.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: This seems to be a known fault with Samsung devices. See the link below on the Android issue tracker (initial report dates back to January 2015). It seems to be a Samsung issue, not necessarily just your device, and not an Android issue.
[Link](https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=93583)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: HD is for sound quality and says that the contact person's phone supports HD sound, whereas the caller ID issue can be because of the error of contacts app or truecaller if it is installed.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/10 | 373 | 1,508 | <issue_start>username_0: Yesterday, I installed android Lollipop on my Samsung Galaxy s5. It was an offical update, since I dont like to flash my device, because it is a work mobile.
However, this offical lollipop release from Samsung keeps crashing. It crashes while the screen is off and I want the turn it on again. The indicator LED flashes and the device reboots. This doesn´t happen every time, but it does happen extremely often. So my phone is unworkable.
I cleaned the cache partition of the device but this did not help. So to remedy this problem, I want to uninstall lollipop and revert back to Kitkat. However, when I do a factory reset, it will only whipe my personal data, not the update.
What should I do?<issue_comment>username_1: The HD means that both parties, You and the one you are calling have HD voice enabled service. Just means you should have better voice quality while talking to that person.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: This seems to be a known fault with Samsung devices. See the link below on the Android issue tracker (initial report dates back to January 2015). It seems to be a Samsung issue, not necessarily just your device, and not an Android issue.
[Link](https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=93583)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: HD is for sound quality and says that the contact person's phone supports HD sound, whereas the caller ID issue can be because of the error of contacts app or truecaller if it is installed.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/10 | 392 | 1,546 | <issue_start>username_0: That's pretty much it, my Sony Xperia Z3 Compact came with AVG antivirus preinstalled and I can't see how to uninstall it, since it does not show up in Play Store under My Apps / Installed (or anywhere else).
My Android version is 4.4.4 .
Note that my problem is not the one mentioned in [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/69285/how-can-i-delete-avg-antivirus-on-my-xperia-z1). In my case under `Settings > Security > Device administrators` the checkbox next to AVG was already unchecked.
Instead my problem is simply that I don't know where to start the uninstallation process (and I don't understand why all my installed apps do show up as expected under My Apps but AVG does not).<issue_comment>username_1: On your device AVG is installed as a system application. To delete this kind of application you have to root your device, then use an app such as Titanium Backup to backup and delete it.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: If you don't want to root your device, you should be able to see AVG under the 'All' tab in your list of apps.
If this is the case, open it and there will be one or both of these options available:
1. 'Uninstall Updates' which will reduce the app size and save you space.
2. 'Disable' which will prevent the app from running and will hide it from the app drawer. This will not save you any space as the app will remain on your system.
If you choose to disable it, clearing the data and cache will also save you some extra space.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/10 | 321 | 1,268 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using Nexus tablet on stock Lollipop. For the life of me, I can't find what the "restricted" sign in the top right corner means. I've checked the user manual as well but still not worked out what it means.
What is the meaning of that icon?
<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that symbol signifies that you are not getting mobile network from the operator or sometime it also light up when you have switched the blocking mode on, but in your case its defiantly the mobile network, I think you should try removing or reinserting the SIM card also make sure that the SIM card is activated.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: It means that you (might be accidentally) set the "Interruption Mode" to "None". It means that *no calls & notifications will be shown*, **and not even alarm will ring**.
This is part of [Interruption Mode](https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/6111295), a new feature in Android 5.0 Lollipop. You can access this setting from **Settings - Sound & notification - Interruptions - When calls and notifications arrive**.
Alternatively, you can use volume keys as a shortcut to access this feature ("None", "Priority", or "Always").
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/02/11 | 294 | 1,222 | <issue_start>username_0: I have recently factory/hard reset my Samsung Galaxy Advance. Apparently the Whatsapp application doesn't exist in my phone anymore. Does this mean, my account is deleted or I still need to delete it cause the my contact for whatsapp is still seen on my friend's phone.<issue_comment>username_1: Well, that symbol signifies that you are not getting mobile network from the operator or sometime it also light up when you have switched the blocking mode on, but in your case its defiantly the mobile network, I think you should try removing or reinserting the SIM card also make sure that the SIM card is activated.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: It means that you (might be accidentally) set the "Interruption Mode" to "None". It means that *no calls & notifications will be shown*, **and not even alarm will ring**.
This is part of [Interruption Mode](https://support.google.com/nexus/answer/6111295), a new feature in Android 5.0 Lollipop. You can access this setting from **Settings - Sound & notification - Interruptions - When calls and notifications arrive**.
Alternatively, you can use volume keys as a shortcut to access this feature ("None", "Priority", or "Always").
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/02/11 | 1,918 | 7,205 | <issue_start>username_0: Can Android act as a WiFi Access Point while the cellular radio is turned off?
I tried to accomplish that using flight mode, but that won't work. While flight mode is enabled, Androids portable Wi-Fi hotspot option cannot be enabled. Quite logical, because one cannot tether while cellular networks are disabled.
To my knowledge, there is no obvious dedicated option to only disable cellular networks. There is an [Cell Radio ShutOff](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=the.radioshutoff), but that app just crashes when pressing the disable cellular network button on my phone.
Are there any apps for setting up a cellular less, non-tethering WiFi Access Point or other ways to do this?
What's that good for? What is it, what I am really accomplishing to do? See background below.
---
Background:
For recording interviews, I want to use a newer Android device [Galaxy S3] as a video camera (MirrorOp Sender app), while using an older device [iphone 4] as an external display (MirrorOp Receiver app). In some sense as a "wireless [live preview](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Live_preview)" display.
The MirrorOp app has to my knowledge no WiFi Direct mode. Therefore I am using Androids portable Wi-Fi hotspot option, so the receiver can log into the WiFi AndroidAP (WiFi access point). Took me a while to figure out, but it works so far.
During recording, be not disturbed my cellar calls, voip calls, messenger or update notifications, I would like to disable the cellular network radio. That also seems useful to save battery.
Another reason for not providing internet access is to prevent the receiver phone from using use the WiFi as hotspot (which would in reality, be just a 3G network) to download bigger files, updates, etc.
I don't like blocking mode, because then caller think I pressed the "rejection" button, and because it also does not save battery.<issue_comment>username_1: FWIW I discussed a few ways to disable just the mobile connection [here](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/98006/how-to-configure-smartphone-tablet-to-have-no-data-connection/98010#98010) for a different reason but with the same result... depending on your Android version (you didn't mention which you were using), it's as easy as selecting the mobile icon in the notification settings to switch it off, or just selecting an invalid APN under Wifi->Mobile networks->Access Point Names or Network Operators. But the absolutely easiest and most certain way as I suggested is to pull the SIM card while you're not using it. As long as your device uses a SIM card for mobile (GSM networks do, Verizon may not), you should be good to go-- though I believe 911 calls will still work. If you want to get really down-and-dirty, you can also root the phone, rename the binary blobs that work with your cell service, reboot, then do the reverse when you're done. But I think the SIMcard trick should do it :)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: A simpler method than @username_1's, I think.
Just download [Do Not Disturb](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cabooze.buzzoff)
It seems to work quite well.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: >
> Can Android act as a WiFi Access Point while the cellular radio is
> turned off?
>
>
>
### YES.
### OPTION #1: Use your Android phone without SIM cards(s) inserted
### OPTION #2: Disable mobile data & Enable call forwarding
You can use a WiFi Hotspot while your **mobile data is disabled**, to avoid disturbances you can set call-forwarding and adjust notifications volume.
*TURN OFF MOBILE DATA*
1. Bring down the **quick settings panel** with a double swipe-down gesture (or a two-finger drag) of the notification bar.
2. Turn on **Hotspot** and adjust your hotspot settings as needed
3. Tap on your mobile network indicator in quick settings panel this opens **Mobile data**
4. Toggle mobile data off
5. In your notification bar your can now see the WiFi hotspot indicator on the left side and on the right side a cellular network strength icon with an exclamation mark.
6. Connect to your Hotspot from your other WiFi enabled device
*REDIRECT INCOMING CALLS TO YOUR VOICEMAIL / ANOTHER PHONE*:
1. Launch **Phone** app
2. Access settings by pressing **...** and then **Settings**
3. Select **Call settings**
4. Select **Call forwarding**
5. Setup a Always forward rule to your voice mail or another phone number or voice mail
*Note:* Since GSM services are still on, like text-messages, adjust notifications volume.
### OPTION #3: Learn how to find good apps in Google Play. Make sure you read descriptions ;-)
As in regards your question about apps, please use **Search** in **Google Play**.
Customer reviews and ratings usually provide fair guidance about app quality.
If you find an app not working (like supposed in your case "Cell Radio ShutOff") you might want to give a **fair constructive comment with suggestion about app/widget improvement**.
*Most developers use customer's feedback for improvements and development.*
In this case the developer was clear about tested devices and even posted the code to shut off the Cell-radio by dialing a code:
>
> If this doesn't work with your phone you can access a builtin interface which has the same option. If you dial **\*#\*#4636#\*#\*** in Phone it will pull up a menu that will allow you to shut off the cell radio.
>
>
>
If above was missed or is unclear, please follow steps below.
### OPTION #4: DISABLE / ENABLE CELL RADIO USING TESTING APP
1. Launch **Phone** app
2. Dial **\*#\*#4636#\*#\*** to launch **Testing** app
**NOTE:** In case **\*#\*#4636#\*#\*** (Testing App) is not available on your Phone read: <http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2073543&page=2>
3. Select **Phone information**
4. Scroll down to find button **TURN OFF RADIO** and press it
Cell strength indicator will appear empty.
Repeat and press **TURN RADIO ON** to to enable cell radio again.
**Note**: Before turning off cell radio you might want to set appropriate call-forwarding setting a **when unreachable rule**. This must be set before you turn off cell-radio.
### Important notes:
* Depends on the Android Device and WiFi hotspot application on that
device.
* With dual SIM phones additional steps might be required.
* Details above are based on: *Nexus 5*; Android version: *5.0.1
(Lollipop)*
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: 1.Dial \*#\*#4636#\*#\* on your phone If it does not work try this [apk](http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1605079&d=1356927496) from XDA [post](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2073543&page=2)
2.Goto phone information
3.Scroll down and you will see TurnOffRadio
4.Now enable mobile hotspot
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: The easiest way to turn on wifi hotspot during flight mode is to **use a 3rd party app that enable wifi hotspot in one click** like *air droid*( tools -> tether ), *super beam*, etc.. Works fine on my ICS
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: [PdaNet+](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pdanet) can be used to create a hotspot while your cell radio is off.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/12 | 633 | 2,385 | <issue_start>username_0: I never want my Android tablet to go to sleep, can I prevent sleep mode?<issue_comment>username_1: You can probably prevent you tablet from sleeping using an automation app like [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) (paid) or [Automate](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.llamalab.automate) (free).
Here’s a automation “flow” for Automate to keep the screen and CPU awake, but you can easily modify it to only keep the CPU awake:
<http://llamalab.com/automate/community/flows/374>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Depending on your tablet, you may have the option to set the screen timeout to "never" under **Settings > Display > Sleep**.
If you do not have this option, you can enable **Settings > Developer options > Stay awake**. This will keep your tablet awake *while it is charging*. This could be useful if your tablet does not support the "never" screen timeout.
*Note*: If you don't see Developer options in Settings, you may find them and Stay awake in one of these places:
* You may first need to unlock developer options, as described [here](https://www.greenbot.com/article/2457986/how-to-enable-developer-options-on-your-android-phone-or-tablet.html).
* Simply search for **Stay awake** in Settings.
* **Settings > About > Build number**. Developer options should appear after tapping the build number several times.
* **Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options**
* **Settings > About > Android version > Kernel version**
(Rowan) Note: Developer options are not always under Build number; they can be in other places such as Kernel version. The developers apparently try to hide them in various locations and I know this because I myself have found them in different locations on different devices.
Upvotes: 5 <issue_comment>username_3: There is a stay awake option while charging. For the older Android Froyo 2.2, it can be found under:
```
Settings > Applications > Development > Stay awake
```
"Screen will never sleep while charging."
The same option is still present up to the current 8.1 version, but you first have to unlock developer options.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: I use the app [Caffeine](https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/sqcubes/caffeine/), and it works very good. It's free, and highly helpful. It's very small also (few kb).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/12 | 280 | 964 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Moto G (1st generation) mobile bought in India. When I tried to make my Caller ID hidden from [this wikiHow article](https://www.wikihow.com/Make-Your-Mobile-Phone-Number-Appear-As-a-Private-Number), I called `*31#` and after that, I couldn't make a call to anyone.
Then I tried and miraculously I could make a call by adding a prefix of `*31#` to any number.
Please help me out fixing this issue.<issue_comment>username_1: I tried solutions from [GSM Feature Codes](https://www.geckobeach.com/cellular/secrets/gsmcodes.php) but no help.
Called Motorola Customer Care and they told me to Factory Reset. I did it after backing up my data and now it works.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Dial #31# and call. After then it will start working outgoing calls.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Just try `#31#` from your mobile, no need to do a factory reset. Please don't trust that forwarded message and all.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/12 | 195 | 735 | <issue_start>username_0: **Any software that'll help installing CWM**
Is there any software that will allow me to install CWM other than android sdk.
For some reason I am not able to install android sdk.<issue_comment>username_1: I tried solutions from [GSM Feature Codes](https://www.geckobeach.com/cellular/secrets/gsmcodes.php) but no help.
Called Motorola Customer Care and they told me to Factory Reset. I did it after backing up my data and now it works.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Dial #31# and call. After then it will start working outgoing calls.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Just try `#31#` from your mobile, no need to do a factory reset. Please don't trust that forwarded message and all.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/12 | 175 | 745 | <issue_start>username_0: How can I find out which program or app is causing the 'bottle opener' sound on my Galaxy Note s5?<issue_comment>username_1: I'm assuming there is nothing showing up in the notifications bar to let you know what wants your attention.
I would open up a system monitoring app (like OS monitor) and check to see what has recently accessed services. If an app doesn't jump out on its own, you can then sleuth backwards with Permissions Explorer and see what is tapping the service to give you the notification.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: What I do is check my settings to see what apps I have open, and then I check all of those apps to see what app is doing it. Otherwise, you may have to reboot it.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/12 | 260 | 1,132 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a few apps, but this tablet is new and I want more apps. Every time I say download, it says I have insufficient space. Please help!<issue_comment>username_1: I would suggest checking what it says in your storage settings to see what you have available for space, and what is taking up the most space. Your media files, downloads, or cached data may be taking up more space than you expect.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to settings>storage and take a look at what you have for space. Some devices come with very little to start with (4gb) while others have buckets (64gb). Downloading a few movies or games (or loading a big music library) can push a 4gb device to its limit fairly quickly.
If you've checked settings and see that you have very little available space, doing some app housecleaning will obviously help. Some devices will accept an external microsd card, so you have a relatively inexpensive way put a bunch more room on your tablet.
If you've checked setting and there is a lot of available space left, then we need to explore other options.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/13 | 361 | 1,478 | <issue_start>username_0: I received the over the air android 5.0 update a week ago for my Samsung Galaxy S5. I installed the update and since that the my fully charged battery is depleted in 5 to 8 hours. Before the battery was depleted in 24 to 36 hours.
I have a spare battery with the same behaviour.
Below screenshots of the battery usage. Note the second battery:
<issue_comment>username_1: I would suggest checking what it says in your storage settings to see what you have available for space, and what is taking up the most space. Your media files, downloads, or cached data may be taking up more space than you expect.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to settings>storage and take a look at what you have for space. Some devices come with very little to start with (4gb) while others have buckets (64gb). Downloading a few movies or games (or loading a big music library) can push a 4gb device to its limit fairly quickly.
If you've checked settings and see that you have very little available space, doing some app housecleaning will obviously help. Some devices will accept an external microsd card, so you have a relatively inexpensive way put a bunch more room on your tablet.
If you've checked setting and there is a lot of available space left, then we need to explore other options.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/13 | 306 | 1,305 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung Galaxy Grand and I forgot my lock screen password. I set a full 16-character password but now I forgot the password.
Somehow I unlocked the screenlock, but now I can't reset it to a simple one. I'm typing and typing the same password that got me in but no use. I don't want to reset the phone.<issue_comment>username_1: I would suggest checking what it says in your storage settings to see what you have available for space, and what is taking up the most space. Your media files, downloads, or cached data may be taking up more space than you expect.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to settings>storage and take a look at what you have for space. Some devices come with very little to start with (4gb) while others have buckets (64gb). Downloading a few movies or games (or loading a big music library) can push a 4gb device to its limit fairly quickly.
If you've checked settings and see that you have very little available space, doing some app housecleaning will obviously help. Some devices will accept an external microsd card, so you have a relatively inexpensive way put a bunch more room on your tablet.
If you've checked setting and there is a lot of available space left, then we need to explore other options.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/14 | 265 | 1,122 | <issue_start>username_0: I have some questions regarding Gapps:
* What is Gapps? Is it a custom ROM?
* Do I have to install it on my Android 4.4 device?<issue_comment>username_1: I would suggest checking what it says in your storage settings to see what you have available for space, and what is taking up the most space. Your media files, downloads, or cached data may be taking up more space than you expect.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to settings>storage and take a look at what you have for space. Some devices come with very little to start with (4gb) while others have buckets (64gb). Downloading a few movies or games (or loading a big music library) can push a 4gb device to its limit fairly quickly.
If you've checked settings and see that you have very little available space, doing some app housecleaning will obviously help. Some devices will accept an external microsd card, so you have a relatively inexpensive way put a bunch more room on your tablet.
If you've checked setting and there is a lot of available space left, then we need to explore other options.
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2015/02/14 | 473 | 1,940 | <issue_start>username_0: This question is precisely the opposite of the existing question: "How can I send SMS messages from my Google Voice number without using the Voice app?"
Since installing the Google Voice app, text messages that I send from the ordinary Messaging app are coming from my Google Voice number. I don't know how or why - no setting I can find in the messages app mentions GV or my GV number.
* I currently use my OnePlus One's built-in Messaging app for SMS. I installed Hangouts and Google Voice, but both are NOT configured for SMS. (I use Google Voice occasionally, but I still use my real cell number directly for most calls and texts to my friends.)
* In the "Messaging" app settings, it says "SMS Enabled."
* In the "Hangouts" app settings, it says "SMS Disabled."
* In the "Google Voice" SMS view, it says, "You are now receiving SMS in Hangouts." This is obviously not true, but doesn't seem relevant to my problem either. (I'm guessing that the writers of that particular message couldn't conceive of any SMS app other than GV or Hangouts. :)
* When I actually receive messages, I get them in the "Messaging" app as expected. When I reply to those messages, which were sent to my AT&T number, my replies come from my GV number, confusing my friends.<issue_comment>username_1: Even though you are using the default messaging app, open hangouts and go into the settings and check under `Send SMS From`.
It should say send from Carrier, if it says Google Voice, the default app could use that number.
Also, you may want to try to click on SMS Enabled and set it to disabled if it says enabled.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: After further digging, I found the answer. In the settings app under "wireless and networks," there is a setting: "Enable all apps to send SMS messages through Google voice." Disabling this fixed it.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/14 | 331 | 1,282 | <issue_start>username_0: I've downloaded the Android SDK, and am running the SDK Manager. I've downloaded all of the packages, including Android SDK Platform tools (v 21.1.2). However, I don't have a folder called `platform-tools` anywhere on my system.
Running OS-X 10.10.2<issue_comment>username_1: `platform-tools` folder is created as soon as you install SDK components using the download manager. It uses to be at the same level of the tools folder (there's no option to change that during the installlation process it should have been there).
The only suggestion I have is to use the manager again, remove it to then download components again. Use to be in the top of the list that shows in the SDK Manager window.
Anyway, I don't suggest you to install the sdk "too deep" into the directory tree. I had issues with that.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The library folder is usually hidden on a mac. Do this. Open Finder. Click Go. Hold the option key and library folder will appear. After that navigate to the android folder>SDK> and you will find platform-tools there. If that didn't help, [you can find some more in-depth instructions here](http://computers.tutsplus.com/tutorials/how-to-reveal-your-library-folder-in-lion-or-mountain-lion--mac-31972).
Upvotes: 1 |