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2015/02/14 | 326 | 1,314 | <issue_start>username_0: there is no launcher in my phone.i also switched off and switched on . it showed only samsung nothing else.My device was already rooted and i thought by factory data reset it would work but now i can't even open the recovery mode.i guess my phone is empty. please help me to fix it.<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 |
2015/02/14 | 297 | 1,186 | <issue_start>username_0: I have all my contacts saved in an excel file with name and phone number headers :)
Does anyone know how can I restore them into my new nexus 5 phone ?<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 |
2015/02/14 | 1,933 | 6,057 | <issue_start>username_0: Before I say anything I just want to say I didn't install any custom ROMs nor rooted my phone.
I've downloaded the factory images from here <https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#hammerhead>
I put my phone into bootloader and I start the flash-all.bat script from the folder I've downloaded above. It runs this script:
```
PATH=%PATH%;"%SYSTEMROOT%\System32"
fastboot flash bootloader bootloader-hammerhead-hhz12d.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
fastboot flash radio radio-hammerhead-m8974a-2.0.50.2.22.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
ping -n 5 127.0.0.1 >nul
fastboot -w update image-hammerhead-lrx22c.zip
echo Press any key to exit...
pause >nul
exit
```
I get the following output:
```
OKAY [ 0.307s]
writing 'bootloader'...
**FAILED (remote: not supported in locked device)**
finished. total time: 0.407s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.050s]
finished. total time: 0.050s
< waiting for device >
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'radio' (45521 KB)...
OKAY [ 1.732s]
writing 'radio'...
**FAILED (remote: not supported in locked device)**
finished. total time: 1.842s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.046s]
finished. total time: 0.046s
< waiting for device >
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
archive does not contain 'boot.sig'
archive does not contain 'recovery.sig'
failed to allocate 1005027540 bytes
error: update package missing system.img
Press any key to exit...
```
I've noticed the bolded lines so I unlocked the phone using a command *fastboot oem unlock*. It unlocks it, however if I reset the phone, it's locked again. People on the Internet say that if this happens then the phone is dead. I hope it's not the case.
I've tried running the script again when the phone is unlocked:
```
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'bootloader' (2579 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.202s]
writing 'bootloader'...
**FAILED (remote: flash write failure)**
finished. total time: 0.402s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.090s]
finished. total time: 0.090s
< waiting for device >
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'radio' (45521 KB)...
OKAY [ 1.709s]
writing 'radio'...
**FAILED (remote: flash write failure)**
finished. total time: 2.939s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
finished. total time: 0.100s
< waiting for device >
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
archive does not contain 'boot.sig'
archive does not contain 'recovery.sig'
failed to allocate 1005027540 bytes
error: update package missing system.img
Press any key to exit...
```
As you can see I get the FAILURE (remote: flash write failure).
I've tried removing the commands that reset the phone so the phone stays locked and I get this output after running the modified script:
```
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'bootloader' (2579 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.300s]
writing 'bootloader'...
**FAILED (remote: flash write failure)**
finished. total time: 0.492s
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'radio' (45521 KB)...
OKAY [ 1.716s]
writing 'radio'...
**FAILED (remote: flash write failure)**
finished. total time: 1.894s
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
archive does not contain 'boot.sig'
archive does not contain 'recovery.sig'
failed to allocate 1005027540 bytes
**error: update package missing system.img**
Press any key to exit...
```
Again, the FAILURE (remote: flash write failure) occurs but I don't understand why it can't find "system.img" because it is in the folder where the script is.
I've also tried the tutorial from this Youtube video <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJnoiMTw5cY>
When I try the first command which is "fastboot flash system system.img" I get the same error.
So, is my phone dead or can I still fix it?
EDIT: I've RMA-ed[1] the phone and they've sent me a replacement. I hope this thread will help future people.
[1] <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Return_merchandise_authorization><issue_comment>username_1: The interesting point is: Although you don't get these "only allowed in unlocked state" warnings anymore, is your bootloader really unlocked? What output do you get when you run the following command in unlocked mode?:
`fastboot oem device-info`
And: Can you still boot into recovery?
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Wipe cache from recovery, make sure you have latest adb and fastboot files.
In the recovery menu, execute these commands.
```
adb shell
recovery --wipe_data
recovery --wipe_data
```
The supplied commands :
```
* --wipe_data - erase user data (and cache), then reboot
* --wipe_cache - wipe cache (but not user data), then reboot
```
Use [Nexus Root Toolkit](http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/) to do the job done : <http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/>
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: The flash-all.sh script does not take into consideration that your bootloader is locked after each restart.
I opened the shell script and executed each command one by one, re-unlocking with the following after each command:
```
fastboot oem unlock
```
I flashed each image with no errors, but it did not seem to write to memory regardless.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Here is how you can get into adb from an unwriteable emmc:
1. Download twrp, extract it so you see `recovery.img`.
2. Unlock using `fastboot oem unlock`. do not reboot.
3. Boot into the custom recovery (not flash) using `fastboot boot recovery.img`.
You will now be rebooted in twrp, from where you can access `adb` and `adb shell`.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: In this [thread](http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/help/getting-failure-remote-flash-write-t3030972/post58850140#post58850140) they told me my emmc is fried because I can't lock / unlock my phone so I [RMA](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Return_merchandise_authorization)-ed it.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/14 | 1,097 | 3,928 | <issue_start>username_0: On older (rooted) Android versions, Cryptonite was a great solution to mount EncFS encrypted folders, but on my new Android KitKat phone with an emulated storage, that fails.
I can successfully mount the encrypted folder in `/storage/emulated/legacy` onto another folder in `/storage/emulated/legacy`, but then the decrypted files are not visible to other apps. How do I mount an EncFS folder the right way?<issue_comment>username_1: The problem turns out to be a new security feature in KitKat. Apps by default have their own mount namespace, which means that mounts created by one app are not visible to a different app.
Secondly, Android phones without a real SD card use emulation for the fake SD card, and that gave me some problems.
SuperSU from Chainfire has an option to access the root mount namespace that allows a program to mount filesystems and have them visible to all other programs. Unfortunately, Cryptonite doesn't know bout this option. One solution is to interpose a script before the `encfs` binary that Cryptonite uses.
You will need a root shell to run these commands, probably from a computer using `adb` to connect to your phone over usb. (But using a terminal app could also work.)
Steps:
Move to the cryptonite data directory:
```
cd /data/data/csh.cryptonite
```
Note the Cryptonite user id:
```
ll -d -n .
```
This will give output similar to `drwxr-x--x 11 10133 10133 4096 Feb 14 23:51 .` The 10133 is the user id of Cryptonite (the second copy is the Cryptonite group id, but that should be the same).
Create a folder to store the original encfs binary in, and give it the right owership
```
mkdir original
chown 10133:10133 original
```
(replace the 10133 with the user id cryptonite has on your phone)
Move the original encfs away
```
mv encfs original/
```
Create a script named `encfs` to interpose for the real encfs. I prefer to use the `nano` command for this, but you could also create the file in a different way and move it using the command `cp /path/to/encfs/replacement/file/here /data/data/csh.cryptonite/encfs`
```
nano encfs
```
Put the following content into the replacement encfs script
```
#!/system/bin/sh
cmd=/data/data/csh.cryptonite/original/encfs
for param in "$@"
do
replaced=`echo "$param" | sed 's:^/storage/emulated/:/data/media/:'`
cmd="$cmd $replaced"
done
su -mm -c $cmd
```
Save the file with ctrl-x (volume down + x on some terminal emulator apps), answer `y` to save.
Make the replacement script executable
```
chmod +x encfs
```
Set the right owner
```
chown 10133:10133 encfs
```
(Again replace the 10133 with the user id Cryptoite has on your phone)
That should be it. Mounting an encfs folder from `/storage/emulated/0/` onto a different folder in `/storage/emulated/0` should work now.
*What it does*
The replacement script does two things: replace paths to folders from `/storage/emulated/something` to the actual place where the emulated SD card data is stored, and call the real encfs in the root mount namespace so that the mounted encfs folder is visible to al apps.
Changing the folder paths is necessary because for some reason mounting on the emulated SD card doesn't work (at least for me). The emulated SD card in fact stores its data in `/data/media/0`. By mounting on the actual storage location the SDcard emulation layer doesn't need to know that there is a different filesystem involved.
Directly mounting a file on `/data/media/0` from Cryptonite doesn't work because the Cryptonite app doesn't have access to tha folder, so the replacement script changes the paths of the mountpoint and encrypted folder to point to the underlying SD card storage.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I have no problems to mount containers with [EDS](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sovworks.eds.android) App correct work with all Android version
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/15 | 1,283 | 4,569 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to get [ProxyDroid](https://github.com/madeye/proxydroid) or [redsocks](https://github.com/darkk/redsocks) to run on the Genymotion Android emulator (x86). ADB shell into the device, run redsocks and I get `not executable: magic 7F45`.
I know it means that the version doesn't comply with the CPU. However, on Genymotion, I'm able to run a bunch of ARM packages with no problem (having installed the Genymotion ARM translation files).
I have compiled redsocks sources on my Ubuntu box (binary works fine on my Ubuntu x86), but when I copied the binary to the emulator, it still gives the same error message when I try to run it (`not executable: magic 7F45`). So, it looks like neither the ARM nor the x86 versions are working on the emulator.
I also have taken the redsocks binary that I compiled on my Ubuntu x86 box and pushed it to x86 AVD (standard SDK) - it worked perfectly. So it appears that the `not executable: magic 7F45` error is not related to the cross-CPU compilation?
Is there a way to get redsocks run on Genymotion?<issue_comment>username_1: The problem turns out to be a new security feature in KitKat. Apps by default have their own mount namespace, which means that mounts created by one app are not visible to a different app.
Secondly, Android phones without a real SD card use emulation for the fake SD card, and that gave me some problems.
SuperSU from Chainfire has an option to access the root mount namespace that allows a program to mount filesystems and have them visible to all other programs. Unfortunately, Cryptonite doesn't know bout this option. One solution is to interpose a script before the `encfs` binary that Cryptonite uses.
You will need a root shell to run these commands, probably from a computer using `adb` to connect to your phone over usb. (But using a terminal app could also work.)
Steps:
Move to the cryptonite data directory:
```
cd /data/data/csh.cryptonite
```
Note the Cryptonite user id:
```
ll -d -n .
```
This will give output similar to `drwxr-x--x 11 10133 10133 4096 Feb 14 23:51 .` The 10133 is the user id of Cryptonite (the second copy is the Cryptonite group id, but that should be the same).
Create a folder to store the original encfs binary in, and give it the right owership
```
mkdir original
chown 10133:10133 original
```
(replace the 10133 with the user id cryptonite has on your phone)
Move the original encfs away
```
mv encfs original/
```
Create a script named `encfs` to interpose for the real encfs. I prefer to use the `nano` command for this, but you could also create the file in a different way and move it using the command `cp /path/to/encfs/replacement/file/here /data/data/csh.cryptonite/encfs`
```
nano encfs
```
Put the following content into the replacement encfs script
```
#!/system/bin/sh
cmd=/data/data/csh.cryptonite/original/encfs
for param in "$@"
do
replaced=`echo "$param" | sed 's:^/storage/emulated/:/data/media/:'`
cmd="$cmd $replaced"
done
su -mm -c $cmd
```
Save the file with ctrl-x (volume down + x on some terminal emulator apps), answer `y` to save.
Make the replacement script executable
```
chmod +x encfs
```
Set the right owner
```
chown 10133:10133 encfs
```
(Again replace the 10133 with the user id Cryptoite has on your phone)
That should be it. Mounting an encfs folder from `/storage/emulated/0/` onto a different folder in `/storage/emulated/0` should work now.
*What it does*
The replacement script does two things: replace paths to folders from `/storage/emulated/something` to the actual place where the emulated SD card data is stored, and call the real encfs in the root mount namespace so that the mounted encfs folder is visible to al apps.
Changing the folder paths is necessary because for some reason mounting on the emulated SD card doesn't work (at least for me). The emulated SD card in fact stores its data in `/data/media/0`. By mounting on the actual storage location the SDcard emulation layer doesn't need to know that there is a different filesystem involved.
Directly mounting a file on `/data/media/0` from Cryptonite doesn't work because the Cryptonite app doesn't have access to tha folder, so the replacement script changes the paths of the mountpoint and encrypted folder to point to the underlying SD card storage.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I have no problems to mount containers with [EDS](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sovworks.eds.android) App correct work with all Android version
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/16 | 321 | 1,035 | <issue_start>username_0: My Moto G 1st Gen mobile is getting lag and slow after upgrade to android lollipop.
Please help me to get it fix.Thanks!<issue_comment>username_1: I did the below method and it worked fine for me,
* Do a backup of your phone
* Do a factory reset.
* Restore your phone
It should be fast now.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: No need to reset the phone.Clearing cache partition should do the job.
[How to clear cache partition on Moto G](http://allaboutmotog.com/how-to-clear-cache-partition-on-moto-g-and-moto-x-after-android-lollipop-update/)
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: The official guide to Moto G Clear Cache process is [here](https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/prod_answer_detail/a_id/97335/p/30%2C6720%2C9050/reg/2371020/kw/clear%20cache "here").
But the only combination that worked to access the "wipe cache partition" menu was:
[Try to press and hold Power Button for at least two seconds and then without releasing the Power Button press Vol. Up key]
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/16 | 868 | 3,472 | <issue_start>username_0: My default write disk is external sd card , my internal sd total space is 5.28 gb available is 4.66 gb my sdcard total space is 14.83 am using 16 gb available in sd card is 11 gb . my phone storage RAM is 1 gb (0.89) available is 65 mb .but when ever i downlaod any apps from play store its showing insufficent memmory like that. that time i goto settings > storage > phone storage > apps then i clear data of some apps i mainly used. my default write didk is external sd 11 + gb free . then i download apptosd app from playstore after also i am facing same issue . is there any option to change our app data phone storage to internal sd or external sd please. (my os is Android 4.4.2 kit kat ) ("Remember I can move app to sd card and internal sd ") by using of cm clean master app ) i cannot move app data to sd card or internal)<issue_comment>username_1: Application data is secure data stored on a partition with many restrictions. Android does not allow you to move your data somewhere, where no such security for your data exists. If it would, malicious apps could easily steal user credentials, debit card info, etc. Therefore, Android does not allow you to move your applications' data.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: On your device:
1. Go to your phone settings → Developer Tools.
If you don't see the developer tools options, go to Settings → About phone and tap on the build number seven times and then you should get the developer tools on your settings menu.
2. Turn on USB Debugging from Developer tools.
On your computer:
1. Make sure that you have the latest device drivers (I'm assuming you're using Windows OS. This isn't necessary for Linux or iOS).
2. Download the adb (Android Device Bridge) tool. It usually comes with the Android SDK, but you can find it [here](http://adbdriver.com/downloads/).
3. Connect your device to the computer using a USB cable.
4. Run adb from Command prompt using one of these commands:
```
adb shell pm set-install-location 0
adb shell pm set-install-location 2 # alternative command
```
The first command sets your install location for phone memory. The other one sets to external SD Card.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: ok you can do it efficient, if you have root permission..
now i assume you know what is rooting.. if not, please don't follow this answer..
there are two ways available, easy but hard way and hard but easy way..
1) easy but hard way, install xposed and download a module name called "XInternalSD", enable it and restart your phone.. now go to that app and check "enable for all user apps" option.. and thats all.. its done.. from now on you can install any app or game, and it will directly installed to your sd card.. no more "insufficent space" warning..
now why this method called Easy but the Hard way?
its simple, xposed is a system level hook.. so if you dont know what you are doing, it will brick your device..
2) using link2sd app.. download it from playstore.. and go to options and set "install location" to external.. thats all.. but this method doesnt force all apps to sd.. if an app requires to be installed in internal, it will leave as it is.. optionally you can format your sd card to make an ext partition for installing all apps on sd card.. thats all..
note: these two methods needs root permission..
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: In the samsung J1 ace goto settings/storage/sdcard/three dotmenu to set it
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/16 | 477 | 1,961 | <issue_start>username_0: I have alcatel onetouch pop with jellybean 4.2.2. I put into 32 Gb sd hc card. Card did not work correctly. Sometimes (specialy when i tried write more that one file) card has blocked with something like read-only mode. In that sitiation I used to connect my phone to computer (win 8.1) and run disk checking from properties. thats usuly had fix problem. Now my friend have switched on developer mode on my phone and my computer stoped seeing phone. I can't switch off dev mode, and I don't know how to repair sd card. Sorry for my English. Anyone can help me?<issue_comment>username_1: First, stop letting your friend mess with your phone. :) Dismount the card on your phone (or shut the phone down), remove the card, and use a compatible USB card reader to mount the card on your Windows computer.
At that point I would **strongly** suggest you copy off all the files from the SD card to your computer. After that reformat the SD card, using either the official utility at <https://www.sdcard.org/downloads/formatter_4/> , or by putting it back into your phone and having it reformat it. (I strongly suggest the first option!)
If you encounter problems with any of this, chances are your card has been damaged beyond repair, perhaps by the flash memory write cycles being exhausted. Grab what you can and get a new one.
All of this, by the way, assumes you really have a **micro** SD card, or a full-sized one that you've verified the write lock tab is set properly.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I formatted the card as FAT32 and didn't work. I uninstalled the application (for access rights). Nothing.
What worked for me WITHOUT rooting the phone. Format the card from the phone, not computer. If you don't find the formatting facility then you can format the card as NTFS. Then insert the card. The phone will notice you it is faulty and give you the possibility to format it. After that it should be solved.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/16 | 195 | 701 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a complete list of these? I've seen lots of Q&A about "What does x icon mean" but it would be really useful if there were a complete list for reference!<issue_comment>username_1: I am not sure this is what you are looking for but I found this:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/7qaoL.png)
This includes **all material action icons** in Lollipop.
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Google provides [a big, categorized list of Material icons](https://www.google.com/design/icons/) with few-word description.
Note however that *not all of them* are used for system notifications.
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/02/16 | 666 | 2,725 | <issue_start>username_0: Why won't the songs I purchase from Google play actually play without wifi? I have set the settings to download without wifi. I don't care about the data. I don't like waiting until I get home to be able to finally put the music I have purchased on my phone<issue_comment>username_1: Go on google play music and find a small icon that looks like a pin which is grey, click on it and google will download music on your phone and you will be able to listen to your music whenever you want.
Hope it will help.
edit : I have just checked on my phone the icon could be an arrow also.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Stumbled across this thread since I am having a similar issue with my unlimited google music subscription; hope your issue has been resolved by now!
I had this issue happen randomly to me. I was able to stream all the songs in my library, then suddenly half of them were grayed out and wouldn't play ("Can't play this song without internet connection").
I contacted Google customer support and they helped me fix the issue. They said that my phone hadn't checked in with their servers in 24 hours, so they had me force my phone to do that. They had me change the date, time, and time zone in the Date and Time settings. They recommended to change it so there were no similarities (i.e. if its AM there, choose a time in the PM; if its 2015 change it to a date in 2016; etc). I verified the time and date changes on the home screen, then changed the Date and Time settings back to Automatic.
They then had me fully close the music app and reopen it, and voila, all my songs would play via cellular data again.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I noticed I was having this issue when I went camping, only to find about 30% of songs I downloaded weren't available. A screenshot of this is shown below.
Even removing and re-downloading an album wouldn't fix the problem. Changing the clock as username_2 suggested didn't help either.
**The Solution:**
While connected to wifi (disable download only mode), go to Settings > Account > Refresh. Wait a few moments. Play a different song, then start playing your album again. This fixed the issue for me, and I really wasn't expecting it to be so easy.
And you can test this by using Download Only mode in the main menu.
---
Below is what it looks like when some songs you downloaded don't work offline (or in download only mode).
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/SS1im.jpg)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: Go to settings->apps & notifications -> Google Play Music, clear cache & storage.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/17 | 636 | 2,285 | <issue_start>username_0: In Android Lollipop, how do I see how long it has been since the last time I charged the battery? I mean I can get the approximate time by eye-balling the graph shown in Settings -> Battery. But, is it possible to get a precise time period like: "your device has been running x hours y minutes since last charge".
Or any app that can give me this info? All battery apps seem to concentrate on telling me how much longer the device can last from now. No history info.
Note: I'm not asking about the up time :-)<issue_comment>username_1: Try Battery Monitor Widget
--------------------------
With Battery Monitor you can control your Battery status, here are some features:
* Unplugged since
* Last level change
* Total charges
* Total charging time
* Total unplugged time
* And many others
[The google play page](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fsinib.batterymonitor)
Hope it will help.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I think the best battery info app on the play store is [BatteryBot Battery Indicator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.darshancomputing.BatteryIndicator).
It will show all the info about battery.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: From a root terminal on your device:
```
dumpsys batterystats | grep "Start clock time"
```
That will give the date/time of when the device was last disconnected from the charger (while fully charged), rather than the time since, but comparing to the current date and time is easy enough.
I did come up with a more complicated command you could save to a script to yield a `1d 2h 3m` style format:
```
busybox expr $(date +%s) - $(dumpsys batterystats --checkin | grep "l,bt" | busybox awk -F',' '{printf "%i", $10/1000}') | busybox awk '{printf "%id %ih %im\n", $1/60/60/24, $1/60/60 % 24, $1/60 % 60}'
```
To explain that:
1. Get the batterystats line that includes the milliseconds-since-the-epoch time of the last charger disconnection
2. Use awk to strip out that time and convert it to seconds
3. Subtract it from the current time to get the interval in seconds
4. Use awk to format it
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Go to battery in setting, press battery usage button then you can see the exact time passed since last charge
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/17 | 2,676 | 10,029 | <issue_start>username_0: Hi to all Android Enthusiasts!
I have done something stupid :D
Some website claimed that Cyanogenmod would not work unless twrp was installed. (ChristianTroy)
I had already rooted my device (Denver Tablet TAQ-80053 ARMv7 with Android 4.1.1) so I thought why not flash to TWRP with the file: "CWM-based-Recovery-v6.0.3.3-signed.zip"?
BAD idea :( I admit, this is a bit confusing since CWM and TWRP are not the same thing AFAIK. Could be another file .....
Now "Recovery Mode" is only the "TeamWin Logo" then BLACK SCREEN and nothingness ??
Everything else is working somewhat normal:
1) I can boot normally into the start screen of Android 4.1.1 and run applets etc.
2) I can connect to Windows 7 (x64) and get file access to everything.
But: Any flashing tool for windows (with ADB) cannot "see" my device, and I very much doubt it that the driver is the problem since I get full access to drives and files on the tablet (USB-connected to Windows 7 x64). Do you have any thoughts about that? To me it seems most logical that a working windows-driver would also work with ADB or am I wrong about that?
I also tried the ADB (Windows) installation with SDK etc. Everything installs fluently with no errors but when I do the "adb devices" command no devices are listed at all ?? The command "ADB Shell" returns an error.
Since I know about the settings needed on the tablet I have: set USB Debug Mode to ON and everytime I plug it in I select "Mass Storage Mode" to get file access from Windows; and it works fine.
As stated above, everything works except "boot into recovery mode" and ADB being able to "see" my device. Not even CWM Rom Manager can boot into recovery mode ??
I want to be able to flash a new OS but recovery mode seems to be the only way apart from the USB to Windows. I cannott accept the notion that the device is "almost bricked" just from installing the wrong recovery image and now I cannot go back .....
(backup got lost in the process).
I have discovered that I am not the only one with this problem but I cannot find any solution (that actually works) anywhere.
Last "development" is this: I UN-rooted my device trying to get back OTA. I think that made things worse :\
Q: Is there a way to "wipe and re-install" without ADB or Recovery Mode /Fastboot ??
/Pete
Update #1: I have tested ADB and FastBoot (Windows prompt) with two other devices, both Samsung Smartphones, and everything works like a charm. This tells us that it is definitely the tablet that's got a problem or two ;)
Upd #2: I found a log file in the cache folder on the tablet called "last\_log" and one line got my attention: "TW\_NO\_REBOOT\_BOOTLOADER := true" Isn't that a bit odd ??
Upd #3: Seems like internal sd is write protected. cwm boot manager and tw(e)rp manager cannot update files needed. bootanimation app works fine with root. that is so weird :-\<issue_comment>username_1: First off, make sure you have the proper ADB drivers. Use the [PDANet ADB Installer](https://www.topnotchtablets.com/installADBdriver). It should install the right version of ADB.
Next, you're going to want to enable Developer Mode. To do this, open up your settings app. At the bottom of the screen (you may need to scroll), there should be a `Developer Options` button. Open that up.
>
> If you do not see `Developer Options`, go into your `About Tablet` and follow these steps:
>
>
> 1. Find the "Build Number" value.
> 2. Tap the "Build Number" five to ten times. You should eventually see a toast saying "You are now a Developer!" or something similar.
> 3. Exit out and go to the `Developer Options` menu.
>
>
>
In `Developer Options`, find the toggle for "Android Debugging." You want this to be on. It will ask you for confirmation. Go ahead and give it.
Now, go back to your computer and run `adb devices`. You should see the device there. Download whatever ROM you want to flash, and place it on your device's SD card. If you need Gapps, place it there as well.
>
> If you still don't see your device, make sure your USB storage mode is set to **PTP**. Go to `Storage` in your Settings app and tap the menu button. Select USB Computer Connection and set to PTP.
>
>
>
After this, you're going to want to run `adb reboot bootloader`. This will place you into Fastboot mode, so that you can flash a clean TWRP.
Once you have downloaded a clean TWRP and gotten into fastboot mode, run this command from the folder that the TWRP image is in (it may be helpful to move TWRP to the folder `fastboot.exe` is in):
```
fastboot flash recovery your_recovery_image_name.img
```
Give it a couple minutes, and your recovery should be installed. Reboot into TWRP using the Bootloader.
>
> If the bootloader has no such option, let the system boot into full Android and run `adb reboot recovery`.
>
>
>
When you're in TWRP, you're going to want to install your custom ROM. Consult the ROM creator for instuctions on how to do this.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It is possible to flash the recovery from within android itself without requiring any kind of USB connection. I'll get to that in a second-- First though, I am curious if you tried adb over the network (without USB). If you look at the [adb](http://developer.android.com/tools/help/adb.html) documentation, you will see that there is an ADB-over-network feature (on CyanogenMod there is an "adb over network" option in Settings->Developer options->Debugging->ADB over network) I'm not sure if this is the same place in regular Android, but it's a standard adb feature, and you can find [help with this](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/2604727/how-can-i-connect-to-android-with-adb-over-tcp) online.
To get to the gist of your problem-- you basically want to do a fastboot-style flash of, let's say for simplicity "`recovery.img`" but without a USB connection. Effectively you want to flash an image of a partition into a particular partition, which is what fastboot does. You can do from your device without a computer, if you have the following:
* Root on your device
* the [Terminal Emulator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm) app
* The `recovery.img` file for the new recovery you want to install. It needs to get on your device somewhere (let's say onto `/sdcard/`, but anywhere works. ). You might transfer this file from your computer via Google Drive (or download it with your device's browser, or whatever). Note that the file should **not** be a .zip; it should be the recovery image in its uncompressed `.img` format.
* the `busybox` binary with `dd` compiled in (or the `dd` binary itself) in `/system/bin`. If you don't have this binary, you can find it in any CyanogenMod installation, use an [app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummy.busybox.installer&hl=en) to install it, or [compile it yourself](https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android_external_busybox). You want to have a statically-linked version so that it's self-contained and not dependent on other library files.
* And finally, you need to know the location of your recovery partition. This is absolutely critical to get right, as you are going to dump the .img file over this partition, so you want to be 100% sure it's correct. Getting the partition wrong can have dire consequences. It might look something like `/dev/mmcblk0p18` or it may look different. One way to figure this out is to look at the updater-script contained within a .zip that flashes the recovery to see which partition it flashes the recovery.img.
Once you have the above, the procedure would be something like:
1. boot up the device
2. launch the Terminal Emulator app and type `su` to get the root `#` prompt
3. Use the "[dd](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dd_%28Unix%29)" unix command (either the standalone version or in busybox) to flash the `recovery.img` file into place in your recovery partition. Here's an example, assuming (1) you have dd installed, (2) the recovery image is on an sdcard, and (3) the recovery partition is at `/dev/mmcblk0p18`:
`# dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/mmcblk0p18 bs=1M`
The above command would reflash the "good" recovery into place, and you should be able to boot into it from there. Just so you understand the command:
* `dd` : the name of the command.
* `if=/sdcard/recovery.img` : this means the "infile" (the input) is the recovery file.
* `of=/dev/mmcblk0p18` : this means the "outfile" (where you're flashing) is partition 18 of the internal emmc, which in our imaginary example is where the recovery is supposed to go.
* `bs=1M` : this means to use a "block size" of 1 Megabyte, effectively speeding up the flashing process.
There are more examples in the wikipedia page for `dd` I linked above, but the example is the kind of command that should work fine. Incidentally, `dd` can be used for the reverse purpose-- if there is a partition you want to back up to a file in its entirety, you can use the partition as the infile (`if=`) and the filename is the outfile (`of=`) and you've effectively copied the partition into a file...
Good luck. If you get stuck on figuring out the partition for your recovery via searching update-scripts in update .zips from the manufacturer, you may just be able to ask around in forums for your device and someone who has the device will tell you.
Another idea is to use the above technique to `dd` your own backup copies of the various partitions into files, then compare each of them with the bad file you accidentally flashed. If you get a match, you'll know which partition it is!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I asked the vendor for the stock files plus flashing tool for PC and that solved everything. So the key thing to do in this case was to use a tool that matches the gs702a device.
FYI: I found the English versions of "Actions Pad Tools". Now I just have to figure out **how** to get from Android OS 4.1.1 to 4.2.2 but that is another topic in a future thread.
Case closed! ;-)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/17 | 2,148 | 7,902 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently got a **ZTE 919D** having Android v4.1 Jelly Bean, from eBay.in - <http://www.ebay.in/itm/ZTE-N919D-P865G04-CDMA-GSM-Dual-SIM-5-Inch-Quad-Core-Smartphone-8MP-Camera-/271766961121>
On a CDMA network (which has conferencing enabled), conference calls don't seem to work. I make a call, and then add another number. After the 2nd call is connected, the **Merge** options is supposed to have both the numbers connected, but the first stays on hold.
I have used a Galaxy Ace Duos having Android v2.3 Gingerbread, and the same procedure worked fine for conferencing using the same CDMA SIM. So what can be done to know the issue?
**EDIT:** I even upgraded to 4.1.2 after downloading the package from ZTE's website, but still it won't work.<issue_comment>username_1: First off, make sure you have the proper ADB drivers. Use the [PDANet ADB Installer](https://www.topnotchtablets.com/installADBdriver). It should install the right version of ADB.
Next, you're going to want to enable Developer Mode. To do this, open up your settings app. At the bottom of the screen (you may need to scroll), there should be a `Developer Options` button. Open that up.
>
> If you do not see `Developer Options`, go into your `About Tablet` and follow these steps:
>
>
> 1. Find the "Build Number" value.
> 2. Tap the "Build Number" five to ten times. You should eventually see a toast saying "You are now a Developer!" or something similar.
> 3. Exit out and go to the `Developer Options` menu.
>
>
>
In `Developer Options`, find the toggle for "Android Debugging." You want this to be on. It will ask you for confirmation. Go ahead and give it.
Now, go back to your computer and run `adb devices`. You should see the device there. Download whatever ROM you want to flash, and place it on your device's SD card. If you need Gapps, place it there as well.
>
> If you still don't see your device, make sure your USB storage mode is set to **PTP**. Go to `Storage` in your Settings app and tap the menu button. Select USB Computer Connection and set to PTP.
>
>
>
After this, you're going to want to run `adb reboot bootloader`. This will place you into Fastboot mode, so that you can flash a clean TWRP.
Once you have downloaded a clean TWRP and gotten into fastboot mode, run this command from the folder that the TWRP image is in (it may be helpful to move TWRP to the folder `fastboot.exe` is in):
```
fastboot flash recovery your_recovery_image_name.img
```
Give it a couple minutes, and your recovery should be installed. Reboot into TWRP using the Bootloader.
>
> If the bootloader has no such option, let the system boot into full Android and run `adb reboot recovery`.
>
>
>
When you're in TWRP, you're going to want to install your custom ROM. Consult the ROM creator for instuctions on how to do this.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It is possible to flash the recovery from within android itself without requiring any kind of USB connection. I'll get to that in a second-- First though, I am curious if you tried adb over the network (without USB). If you look at the [adb](http://developer.android.com/tools/help/adb.html) documentation, you will see that there is an ADB-over-network feature (on CyanogenMod there is an "adb over network" option in Settings->Developer options->Debugging->ADB over network) I'm not sure if this is the same place in regular Android, but it's a standard adb feature, and you can find [help with this](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/2604727/how-can-i-connect-to-android-with-adb-over-tcp) online.
To get to the gist of your problem-- you basically want to do a fastboot-style flash of, let's say for simplicity "`recovery.img`" but without a USB connection. Effectively you want to flash an image of a partition into a particular partition, which is what fastboot does. You can do from your device without a computer, if you have the following:
* Root on your device
* the [Terminal Emulator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm) app
* The `recovery.img` file for the new recovery you want to install. It needs to get on your device somewhere (let's say onto `/sdcard/`, but anywhere works. ). You might transfer this file from your computer via Google Drive (or download it with your device's browser, or whatever). Note that the file should **not** be a .zip; it should be the recovery image in its uncompressed `.img` format.
* the `busybox` binary with `dd` compiled in (or the `dd` binary itself) in `/system/bin`. If you don't have this binary, you can find it in any CyanogenMod installation, use an [app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummy.busybox.installer&hl=en) to install it, or [compile it yourself](https://github.com/CyanogenMod/android_external_busybox). You want to have a statically-linked version so that it's self-contained and not dependent on other library files.
* And finally, you need to know the location of your recovery partition. This is absolutely critical to get right, as you are going to dump the .img file over this partition, so you want to be 100% sure it's correct. Getting the partition wrong can have dire consequences. It might look something like `/dev/mmcblk0p18` or it may look different. One way to figure this out is to look at the updater-script contained within a .zip that flashes the recovery to see which partition it flashes the recovery.img.
Once you have the above, the procedure would be something like:
1. boot up the device
2. launch the Terminal Emulator app and type `su` to get the root `#` prompt
3. Use the "[dd](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dd_%28Unix%29)" unix command (either the standalone version or in busybox) to flash the `recovery.img` file into place in your recovery partition. Here's an example, assuming (1) you have dd installed, (2) the recovery image is on an sdcard, and (3) the recovery partition is at `/dev/mmcblk0p18`:
`# dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/mmcblk0p18 bs=1M`
The above command would reflash the "good" recovery into place, and you should be able to boot into it from there. Just so you understand the command:
* `dd` : the name of the command.
* `if=/sdcard/recovery.img` : this means the "infile" (the input) is the recovery file.
* `of=/dev/mmcblk0p18` : this means the "outfile" (where you're flashing) is partition 18 of the internal emmc, which in our imaginary example is where the recovery is supposed to go.
* `bs=1M` : this means to use a "block size" of 1 Megabyte, effectively speeding up the flashing process.
There are more examples in the wikipedia page for `dd` I linked above, but the example is the kind of command that should work fine. Incidentally, `dd` can be used for the reverse purpose-- if there is a partition you want to back up to a file in its entirety, you can use the partition as the infile (`if=`) and the filename is the outfile (`of=`) and you've effectively copied the partition into a file...
Good luck. If you get stuck on figuring out the partition for your recovery via searching update-scripts in update .zips from the manufacturer, you may just be able to ask around in forums for your device and someone who has the device will tell you.
Another idea is to use the above technique to `dd` your own backup copies of the various partitions into files, then compare each of them with the bad file you accidentally flashed. If you get a match, you'll know which partition it is!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I asked the vendor for the stock files plus flashing tool for PC and that solved everything. So the key thing to do in this case was to use a tool that matches the gs702a device.
FYI: I found the English versions of "Actions Pad Tools". Now I just have to figure out **how** to get from Android OS 4.1.1 to 4.2.2 but that is another topic in a future thread.
Case closed! ;-)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/18 | 470 | 1,881 | <issue_start>username_0: First post, not sure whether this question fits here. Just bought Xiaomi m4 phone. When connecting it to computer I see a new drive with 10MB capacity and 0MB free. Can't copy anything there.
How can I transfer my mp3 files to my phone if not this way ?<issue_comment>username_1: You should install drivers for your device first. When you connect device to computer select from settings on device, usb connection most related to mass storage. Just google for android usb connection mass storage. After this you can see in your computer internal phone storage and also external sd card(if you have one) as drives.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can also use Airdroid (available on Play Store) and use the website ( <http://web.airdroid.com/> ) to transfer files from a computer to your Android device.
You don't need any cable to use that application, it uses your wifi connection.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: You can use different methods to copy files between laptop and phone. I use [**FTPserver**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=lutey.FTPServer&hl=nl) (on the phone plus a client like [**Filezilla**](https://filezilla-project.org/) on the laptop) and [**BTsync**](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bittorrent.sync) over wifi. I don't leave them running, stop them right after using. With BTsync I empty the folders after use and stop the service at my desktop as well.
This doesn't require a cable connection. Another option is Bluetooth, but I'm having mixed experiences with it. More easy options: Dropbox, Mega etc, but I don't like to share stuff over the web.
If you're using Android 4.4 (KitKat) you cannot copy to all folders, due to security settings. Only some filemanagers can do that. Try and see what works. With Btsync use the internal memory, not the external SD card.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/18 | 672 | 2,198 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to know if it is possible to update my Samsung Galaxy S3, which is in 4.3 Jelly Bean, to 5.0-lollipop. And in this case, I would like to know :
* If it is a good idea ;
* Will my phone support it ;
* What benefits it might bring me if it is possible.
I also would like to know the best way to proceed, to update my phone.
Thank you in advance.
Edit : I have a friend that has the same phone, and his phone updated itself. Why not mine?<issue_comment>username_1: 1. Yes, it's a good idea.
2. Yes, your phone will support it. I've seen ROMs for the S3 (i9300) up to 5.0.2.
3. Benefits include: security fixes, better stability, improved battery life, new features and a lot more!
To update your phone, I would suggest
* rooting it (there's a lot of information on rooting over at the [XDA Developers Forum](http://www.xda-developers.com/),
* flashing a custom recovery like [CWM](https://www.clockworkmod.com/), and
* installing a custom 5.0.2 ROM. There are lots of them on XDA, so I'd spend a little time having a read up on the various functionality available.
As for why your friend got the update: it's possible that he has flashed a custom 5.0.0+ ROM also.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Would not recommend it. My i9300 had a lot of trouble running 5.0.2 (CM12) smoothly. Furthermore, batterylife decreased severely up to the point that the phone even discharged noticeably when actively used whilst charging. I ended up restoring a backup to 4.4 after two days of use.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: **Not recommanded!**
I tried it days ago on I9300 and the phone goes horribly wrong with some 5.x *Lollipop* specially 5.1.x :
* **Bugs** and glitchs.
* **Heating** problems.
* **Battery life** problems.
* App **crashs**...
I tested more than one 5.x ROM (Based one CM12,CM12.1,...) on it and the same result every time!! but it work so much better on i9305(with 2GB of RAM). for that i think it could be a **memory problem**. That's why, i recommande the *stock* 4.3 updated ROM or a 4.4.x *kitkat* instead..
---
Maybe you can try and share your results, but dont forgot to backup your Data first.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/18 | 596 | 2,284 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a general purpose Android computer that has no sensors. It requires an external monitor to view output via HDMI. It always displays in landscape unless the app running specifies portrait.
1) The screen PHYSICALLY needs to be displayed in portrait.
2) The OS **always displays in landscape**, unless an app overrides orientation.
3) How to change the default (currently landscape) orientation to portrait in the OS?
Is there a setting in Android that determines default orientation or does this require a hack? I have root access.<issue_comment>username_1: There's an app called [Set Orientation](https://www.appbrain.com/app/com.googlecode.eyesfree.setorientation "Set Orientation @ Google Play") which looks like it does what you need:
>
> Set Orientation allows you to force your device into a particular screen orientation.
>
>
>
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/gAP1g.jpg) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/Rw2UY.jpg)
Screenshots of *Set Orientation* (source: [Google Play](https://www.appbrain.com/app/com.googlecode.eyesfree.setorientation "Set Orientation @ Google Play"); click images for larger variants)
As the screenshots show, this app let's you override the sensors (which you don't have) and tell the system which way your screen is oriented.
**Update:** the app was unlisted from Play, but you can find some alternatives [here](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/tools_settings#group_541 "IzzyOnDroid: Display Settings").
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Run this from `adb shell` or from a root terminal:
```
content insert --uri content://settings/system --bind name:s:user_rotation --bind value:i:0
```
Change the value to 1 if you want to go back to Landscape (2 and 3 also work for upside-down portrait and reverse landscape).
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Android 6+ you just check Auto Orientation. Select desired Orientation. Check Lock Screen. Deselect Auto orientation. Close reboot to check.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: In settings -> accessibility -> autorotate screen there is an option that is stronger than the display options !
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/18 | 374 | 1,409 | <issue_start>username_0: We have created an android App, and we wish to share the APK with a few friends and family before publishing it to the Play Store. Our concern is that, if they install the APK, and then later we push an updated version to Play Store, even with the same signature, will the update be delivered to the users who downloaded the APK manually and installed it.
Thanks
Nishith<issue_comment>username_1: As of 2015 Google Play will detect apps with the same signature, but they will not be updated unless the user un-installs the app, then reinstalls from the Play Store.
So in short, to answer your questions - no Google Play will not update the application if it is installed from somewhere other then the Play Store.
see:
<https://stackoverflow.com/questions/14746330/android-sideloading-applications-and-keep-them-up-to-date-via-google-play#answer-28135853>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: As of 2015, as stated in the answer by @username_1 Google says it won't. But in practice, if you side load an APK, and an updated is pushed on play store, it does get pushed down. We tested this scenario. It is important to note that the automatic update to the phone, will happen after a few hours of the app getting published (not apk upload) on the App Store, so in case you are testing, wait for 12 hours.
As of 20th Feb, 2015 we have tested it, and this stands true.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/19 | 378 | 1,373 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Motorola G second gen(2014) and I was searching everywhere for a way to stop avoiding poor WiFi automatically by the phone, but I can't find it in my old phone. The option was there in my phone when it was running Kit-Kat 4.4., but I've recently updated my phone to lollipop and I can't find this setting anywhere. Please help.<issue_comment>username_1: As of 2015 Google Play will detect apps with the same signature, but they will not be updated unless the user un-installs the app, then reinstalls from the Play Store.
So in short, to answer your questions - no Google Play will not update the application if it is installed from somewhere other then the Play Store.
see:
<https://stackoverflow.com/questions/14746330/android-sideloading-applications-and-keep-them-up-to-date-via-google-play#answer-28135853>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: As of 2015, as stated in the answer by @username_1 Google says it won't. But in practice, if you side load an APK, and an updated is pushed on play store, it does get pushed down. We tested this scenario. It is important to note that the automatic update to the phone, will happen after a few hours of the app getting published (not apk upload) on the App Store, so in case you are testing, wait for 12 hours.
As of 20th Feb, 2015 we have tested it, and this stands true.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/19 | 643 | 2,524 | <issue_start>username_0: This might sound a little crazy, but I'd like to sync my entire Google Play Music collection to my external SD card on my Galaxy S5. Is there a setting in Google Play Music which will sync *everything*? I know I can specify where I'd like things to go, but is there a global sync all setting?<issue_comment>username_1: If I have well understood your question, I will recommend you to have a look at [this question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/98984/purchased-music-wont-play-without-wifi) where I have explained how to do what you want : sync your music on your local storage.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I just found a solution that is not so clean but works. Using the web interface, in the tag where there are all your songs you can select packs of them using shift-click an add them to a play list.(you have to do groups of 1000 songs because is the maximum) then you have a free play list containing all your library is easy to sync in your phone.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: There is an auto playlist called "Recently added", if you sync that it will contain your entire library.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: * Step 1: Go to the play music desktop site
* Step 2: click the 3 bar menue on the top left
* Step 3: Scroll down until you find "Download Library"
* Step 4: click download
* Step 5: save the files wherever you want them.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: This is not correct answer, as it is *not* *sync* and it could be hard work. But probably best what man can do.
You can download for offline use every playlist available on the device (Download in context menu of the playlist). Problem is that playlist is limited to size of thousand songs. So what you can do:
* if having 500 songs or less => download `Last added` songs playlist
* if having 1000 songs or less => `Shuffle all` songs and then save that queue as playlist => download the playlist
* if having more, more work is needed:
+ Use web UI of Play Music, switch to all songs and create one playlist for every ~1000 songs. You can choose one song by click, and last by shift+click. Then right click "Add to playlist/new".
+ On phone, download playlists.
+ Also choose of download for Last added playlist, so new (up to 500 new) added songs are downloaded automatically.
+ Periodically add songs of `Last added` playlist into other non-full playlist selected for download. You have to do this at least every 500 new songs – so probably not so often. ;)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/20 | 278 | 1,160 | <issue_start>username_0: My phone will notify me that I have a message, but when I go into the messaging app that message won't be there. When I send a message off it also won't show me the message after it sent. I restarted it and cleared the messaging data and that didn't work. How can I fix this?<issue_comment>username_1: To add on to Matthew's comment, go to settings> device> default applications and take a look at what is set as your default messaging app.
The app listed there *should* be the one receiving the SMS and sending you the notifications. If you're not seeing the messages listed there, we'll be happy to help you track down the issue.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Ensure that your time/date settings are correct. This may cause the Google Play suite of applications to misbehave as well.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Just download 3rd party text messaging app "[Textra](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.textra&hl=fr)", make that app as default messaging app ann reboot the phone, then all the messages will be shown. Just delete all the messages from that app and issue will be sorted out.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/20 | 378 | 1,525 | <issue_start>username_0: I'd like to use my phone instead of a TV as a small display monitor (with a cable, not wifi). I have a couple of devices which have AV out on them, what I'd like to do is show their output on my phone (for example a MFT camera, so i can use it as a video monitor without having any special apps controlling it, or for a baby monitor that doesn't have wifi, it could plug in and i could see the feed on the phone and take screenshots perhaps)?
Is such a thing possible? I have found the right cable on amazon (male to male, micro usb to mini usb) but i don't know if it'll *just work*? I have a Sony Xperia Z3 (f that makes any difference).<issue_comment>username_1: To add on to Matthew's comment, go to settings> device> default applications and take a look at what is set as your default messaging app.
The app listed there *should* be the one receiving the SMS and sending you the notifications. If you're not seeing the messages listed there, we'll be happy to help you track down the issue.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Ensure that your time/date settings are correct. This may cause the Google Play suite of applications to misbehave as well.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Just download 3rd party text messaging app "[Textra](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.textra&hl=fr)", make that app as default messaging app ann reboot the phone, then all the messages will be shown. Just delete all the messages from that app and issue will be sorted out.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/20 | 858 | 3,403 | <issue_start>username_0: First of all, I already read the other posts about problems reading the QR Code, and my problem is different.
1. I have a Galaxy Y Duos, so my screen is bigger than 4 inches.
2. I do get the "Ok, got it" message, and can successfully press it.
3. I'm using Google Chrome.
4. My WhatsApp is up to date (re-installed it several times trying to solve the problem)
What is happening is that the display for the camera inside WhatsApp is inverted (or tilted sideways). When I move the phone up and down, the image goes left and right, and vice-versa. It is like that both for taking pictures to send someone, and for scanning the QR code.
So, since the QR code depends on orientation of the image, the app cannot read the inverted image. I tried inverting the PC screen itself to correct the issue, but it seems that there's no screen orientation that gives the proper reading of the code. Plus it's really annoying trying to focus the code, as the image doesn't behave as expected.
The camera works fine outside WhatsApp and other QR readers (I have QR Droid installed) works perfectly.
The problem is also independent of screen auto-rotation, I turned it on and off, and tried to manually rotate the screen, but the camera image stays tilted.<issue_comment>username_1: I found the solution for me, I used the app Set Orientation, I used the Portrait mode and I managed to capture correctly the QR Code, the image is not too distorted. Good luck mate
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: My old Samsung phone does the same:
When I move the cellphone up and down, the image goes left and right, and vice-versa. This happens when taking pictures, and for scanning the QR code.
But you can still scan the QR code for WhatsApp Web. You have to turn your camera around so that image of the QR code (in your phone's screen) is being **SCANNED FROM TOP TO BOTTOM**.
I had to look at it very carefully, and I think I ended holding my phone sideways! It was a bit confusing, and took me quite a few goes, it eventually worked. I was connected to WhatsApp Web! (And I haven't had to scan it again. I bookmarked the webpage, and whenever I go there I can Whatsapp on my pc)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I had the very same issue with my Galaxy Y Duos. Rotating the phone or laptop screen through screen preferences didn't help me. Finally the solution was to use '[Flip This](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/flip-this/donljlliiecjcagcenoeohjmabfegkph?hl=en)' chrome extension and rotate the QR code by 90 degrees. The WhatsApp logo at the center of the QR code would not change its orientation on the camera (as it is a different image) but the QR code would be rotated and your phone would be able to scan it.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: I had the same problem, turned out that the camera lens was dirty and didn't allow the camera to focus properly. Quick clean of the lens and it worked fine.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: I had the Deluminate plug-in enabled on chrome. It worked perfect once i disabled the extension!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: I just hit Print screen, pasted the screen image into Paint, and turned the image 90 degrees clockwise. Then Whatsapp scanned it correctly, in the first go itself.
Phone: Samsung Galaxy Y
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: Just press `Ctrl` +`Alt` + `Right arrow``→`
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/21 | 292 | 1,121 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm looking to download "Android 5 Lollipop" for my Samsung Galaxy S4 i9505. I want the official "thing". My questions are...
1. Where can I download this?
2. Any methods of installation?
3. Do I need to erase ALL data from my phone?
4. Any other things i should know?<issue_comment>username_1: Best option (only option so far as i know) is Root + safestrap.
Details: Samsung locked their bootloaders - Bootloader access is required to write new operating software (analogous to installing windows)
Safestrap is a way of isolating different Operrating software; and running it without unlocking.
So: If you want Lollipop You will have to Root your phone, install SafeStrap, and then acquire a LP Rom.
Google search term: Root Safestrap Galaxy S4 *current version here*
PS: Always backup your data before starting this process.
Your unsaved text messages will be lost.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Just wait. Watch the news. I have been now for a while, it appears to be getting released in some countries, but you will hear about it if you watch/listen.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/21 | 600 | 2,285 | <issue_start>username_0: I bought a Sandisk 32GB Ultra OTG pen-drive yesterday and it was working fine, as in would allow me to both read/write through my Moto G(2nd Gen).
Last night, I plugged it into my Samsung Galaxy note Gt N7000, just to check if it can read files too and it could read/write without batting an eye. Today when I tried to move a video file to the OTG storage using my Moto, it would give me an error saying "the following items have not been pasted". Basically, I am unable to write anything to my OTG using the Moto G. It works fine with the GTn7000 though. I cannot understand what might be causing the problem.
I tried formatting the OTG to FAT32 with default allocation size and that too was unable to solve the problem.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/mcz42.png)
Click to enlarge<issue_comment>username_1: On lollipop, the 3rd party apps need to support the **Storage Access Framework** to write to external sdcards or OTG drives.
The apps need to be updated to support `Storage Access Framework`, the app developers need to be informed.
And considering the question old, many apps should have got updated by now. And the screenshot posted by you explains that the file manager is [com.rhmsoft.fm](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rhmsoft.fm&hl=en) which I'm sure is updated to support this feature as of now.
And through modifying the `platform.xml`, used to work in kitkat, but is not guarenteed on lollipop. There are reports that it doesn't work on lollipop.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I have faced same issue, please use the internal file manager instead of this. It works fine there.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I too had the same issue with my MotoG 2nd gen. Was unable to write anything ... just solved it without any root or supporting application (Using ES file explorer i dont know if it will work with any other file manager. Never tried).
U just need to make a new folder inside your usb drive and customize its properties to hidden. (I did this from my windows PC)
And just write anything u want into that folder, u can access hidden folder from ur phone. Can later access those in ur PC by changing settings to show hidden files.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/21 | 450 | 1,788 | <issue_start>username_0: I was wondering is it possible to enable PTP mode on the HTC ONE M8. I want it to work with photo software like iPhoto so I want to enable PTP MODE. I have looked in the setting but can't find anything. I am running Lollipop with HTC Sense.
UPDATE: We still have no solution to this problem, so if anyone knows how to do this please share.<issue_comment>username_1: On lollipop, the 3rd party apps need to support the **Storage Access Framework** to write to external sdcards or OTG drives.
The apps need to be updated to support `Storage Access Framework`, the app developers need to be informed.
And considering the question old, many apps should have got updated by now. And the screenshot posted by you explains that the file manager is [com.rhmsoft.fm](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rhmsoft.fm&hl=en) which I'm sure is updated to support this feature as of now.
And through modifying the `platform.xml`, used to work in kitkat, but is not guarenteed on lollipop. There are reports that it doesn't work on lollipop.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I have faced same issue, please use the internal file manager instead of this. It works fine there.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I too had the same issue with my MotoG 2nd gen. Was unable to write anything ... just solved it without any root or supporting application (Using ES file explorer i dont know if it will work with any other file manager. Never tried).
U just need to make a new folder inside your usb drive and customize its properties to hidden. (I did this from my windows PC)
And just write anything u want into that folder, u can access hidden folder from ur phone. Can later access those in ur PC by changing settings to show hidden files.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/21 | 296 | 1,035 | <issue_start>username_0: How can i download video torrents onto an Acer A200? I've tried several apps from Google Play including Bittorrent and uTorrent. I tried PotLocker as well. I don't know what else to try.
This is my tablet, which I'm less familiar with, so it is possible that it's operator error, but i believe it is a compatibility issue.<issue_comment>username_1: Always explain what problem you are having. It is difficult to judge whether it is a compatibility issue or a bug in the apps.
Anyway,
[Flud](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.delphicoder.flud&hl=en) works well on most phones. Some alternatives are [tTorrent](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hu.tagsoft.ttorrent.lite&hl=en) and [aTorrent](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilityflow.torrent).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Bittorrent and uTorrent are from same company and both are useless compared to
**aTorrent**:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilityflow.torrent>
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/21 | 335 | 1,102 | <issue_start>username_0: I attempted to add a multi-user account to my device, and after it automatically restarted, it has been stuck in the boot loading sequence. I tried un plugging it and running over night, it simply ran out of power. It is currently plugged in and booting. My device specs are;
* Nexus 6 Midnight Blue 32GB
* Unlocked and Rooted
* Android 5.0.2 LRX22G
* Chroma 02-17-2015 ROM
* Franco kernel<issue_comment>username_1: Always explain what problem you are having. It is difficult to judge whether it is a compatibility issue or a bug in the apps.
Anyway,
[Flud](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.delphicoder.flud&hl=en) works well on most phones. Some alternatives are [tTorrent](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hu.tagsoft.ttorrent.lite&hl=en) and [aTorrent](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilityflow.torrent).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Bittorrent and uTorrent are from same company and both are useless compared to
**aTorrent**:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobilityflow.torrent>
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/21 | 371 | 1,484 | <issue_start>username_0: When my phone is not connected to internet, voice search is showing "Can't reach Google at the moment" message and voice search is not working. It is working perfectly with internet connection.
The settings shows that it has English(UK) and English(US) as two downloaded languages for offline recognition. I have an android phone running JellyBean 4.2.2 in it. I think my OS version and RAM size (2 GB) supports voice recognition as mentioned in this [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/51014/34149).
Any idea how this can be solved?<issue_comment>username_1: Voice search works in offline mode in Android Lolipop. In previous version you can use offline voice recognition only for writing messages (after click microphone icon on Android on screen keyborad).
Also be sure that your Google application is up to date:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: select english(US) as default language, select this only uncheck all others,see if it works i tried and solved it
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: This worked for me: "Change primary language to match the offline language pack (if US then US, if UK then UK). The offline language packs are limited. Andriod should have language variants fall back to the generic instead of failing, but in this version it didn't."
<https://wordpress.com/post/andioio.wordpress.com/26>
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/21 | 322 | 1,325 | <issue_start>username_0: So recently my galaxy s3's screen broke and I lost my Google authentactor app. I thought I had all the backup codes stored in my laptop but when I went to recover them I found out that one of my family members decided to go on a cleaning spree and deleted a bunch of files because they "didn't know what they for" So my question is there anyway to recover the codes off of my old phone?<issue_comment>username_1: Voice search works in offline mode in Android Lolipop. In previous version you can use offline voice recognition only for writing messages (after click microphone icon on Android on screen keyborad).
Also be sure that your Google application is up to date:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: select english(US) as default language, select this only uncheck all others,see if it works i tried and solved it
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: This worked for me: "Change primary language to match the offline language pack (if US then US, if UK then UK). The offline language packs are limited. Andriod should have language variants fall back to the generic instead of failing, but in this version it didn't."
<https://wordpress.com/post/andioio.wordpress.com/26>
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/22 | 296 | 1,179 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using an Android Phone by LG. Model #LG-D520. It's known as the OPTIMUS F3Q. I want Google Plus to automatically upload every photo and video that I record.
My Auto-backup options for photos are Wifi+Cellular. My auto-backup options for videos are Wifi-Only.
This morning I took 5 photos and 1 video. I am currently sitting in my home connected to my Wifi network for the past several hours. Yet only 2 photos have been uploaded. It doesn't seem to be uploading the video or the other photos? Why? How to work-around this bug?
This problem in such a basic operation is very frustrating. It has plagued me for several months and I have seen other people complaining about it in other forums.<issue_comment>username_1: Give it more time. I find sometimes it can be quite slow at uploading. The fact that two photos have been uploaded shows that it is working. Be patient.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It helped me to uncheck and check again the option "Back Up all" on the phone. It sort of restarts the process of backing up. But now they aggressively forced everyone to switch to Google Photos, so this will work differently.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/22 | 170 | 693 | <issue_start>username_0: Tt the time before installing i had 322 MB free storage and was about to get Dead Trigger 2 but I didn't have enough space so it stopped and now I have only 77 MB free? Did it keep half the app on my phone still?<issue_comment>username_1: Give it more time. I find sometimes it can be quite slow at uploading. The fact that two photos have been uploaded shows that it is working. Be patient.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It helped me to uncheck and check again the option "Back Up all" on the phone. It sort of restarts the process of backing up. But now they aggressively forced everyone to switch to Google Photos, so this will work differently.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/22 | 195 | 861 | <issue_start>username_0: Using Dropbox on Android, selecting photos only allows me to share a link to them instead of sharing the photos physically. When I share photos from Dropbox to other apps like Google+ or Facebook, I expect those photos to be physically copied/uploaded to that service so that the images embed in the posts properly. However only the links are shared.
Is there a solution to this?<issue_comment>username_1: Give it more time. I find sometimes it can be quite slow at uploading. The fact that two photos have been uploaded shows that it is working. Be patient.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It helped me to uncheck and check again the option "Back Up all" on the phone. It sort of restarts the process of backing up. But now they aggressively forced everyone to switch to Google Photos, so this will work differently.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/22 | 1,236 | 4,593 | <issue_start>username_0: A friend of mine just handed me his tablet saying that everytime he open a webpage the browser redirects to several advertisement page (or, it "adds" advertisements on the page).
This happens both on Chrome and the stock browser.
I used USB debugging to look at the browser request and I think I found the culprit. When the browser loads <http://www.google-analytics.com/ga.js> the actual code is different. See this screenshot (the green line is where ga.js *should*
terminate):
(and the added code goes on...)
I initially thought that some malware changed the hosts file and assigned a different IP to the google-analytics website, but this is not the case since when I visit the above link directly I see the correct JS code.
How can I track which app is doing this?<issue_comment>username_1: This **might** be caused by **[DNSChanger](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DNSChanger)** malware but that's dead now so it's possible that it's caused by [some other kind of malware that messes with a computer's (or router's) DNS settings](http://www.csoonline.com/article/2599652/data-protection/data-protection-router-malware-fact-or-fiction.html). Or maybe the router was exposed to the web (see [remote management](https://www.google.com/search?q=router%20remote%20management)) and [someone was able to hijack it and change its DNS settings](https://blog.avast.com/2014/11/21/how-to-change-your-router-dns-settings-and-avoid-hijacking/).
If the same problem affects all devices (PCs included) connected to the Wi-Fi network, then I guess a router reset is in order in addition to doing a malware scan on all PCs connected to the network. You may use [Malwarebytes Anti-Malware](https://www.malwarebytes.org/) for that.
On the Android device, clear Google Chrome's data and cache after the router has been reset and the malware scan is complete. [This thread on Google Product Forums](http://productforums.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/chrome/qn1wgcqaFWI) might be relevant to the issue.
To test whether or not this is indeed a DNS hijack problem, try running `nslookup google-analytics.com` from the infected computer (or Android device if [BusyBox](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BusyBox) is installed) and compare the results for the same command run from another computer that you know is clean.
Check if they both return the same IP addresses or in the case of Google, IP addresses controlled by Google. You can verify whether a given IP is Google's or not by doing a `WHOIS` lookup here: <http://whois.domaintools.com/X.X.X.X> (x.x.x.x being the IP address)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: In the end I found out that the router was vulnerable to the [rom-0 vulnerability](https://ripe69.ripe.net/presentations/61-rom0-vuln.pdf) (to test if your router is vulnerable, use [this](http://rom-0.cz/)).
So, the issue was most likely caused by someone (or something) who had complete access to the admin interface of the router. I've now updated the firmware (and the test is now negative).
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I've encountered the above situation yesterday.
After lots of digging, got to this thread, and it led me to the solution.
Apparently, that one of the computers on the network I've visit, was exposed to a malware that modified the router settings.
The router was a `D-Link 2760U/E` with default `Admin / Admin` login details.
Using the above credentials, the above malware has changed the "static routing tables" adding their servers to be a man in the middle.
**All** non SSL traffic had passed through their service which injected js into the page.
I've found a [GitHub](https://gist.github.com/shayanb/2c60ff82655088d79b56) page who shows the modifications and additions.
It took me a while to understand that all the traffic is coming from a DNS change attack - I have checked and verified that the computer is totally clean and no unknown process / services are running before and while the test.
One of the things they have done is to redirect all [google-analytics.com](http://google-analytics.com) traffic to their server, keeping them under the radar.
So how to resolve it:
**Quick way:**
Reset you router to factory settings - note it will erase all existing settings.
**Long way:**
1. Login into the routers web UI
2. Remove all unknown entries from the static routing tables
3. **Change your login password for the router**
4. Reboot your router.
I hope this post will assist someone.
Regards,
username_3
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/23 | 316 | 1,317 | <issue_start>username_0: My Samsung S5 mini was stolen and I now need the IMEI number. How do i get this without the phone?<issue_comment>username_1: Look on the original box of your phone. There you should find the IMEI number on a sticker. Good luck with finding your phone :-)
However you can also go to <https://www.google.com/settings/dashboard> and login with the account used on your phone and then go to 'Android'. There you will see all your Android devices and you IMEI numbers.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: You should be able to get this information from your network provider as they will have a list of IMEI numbers that have been used by your sim card depending on the system that their customer care is using. They may need to contact a higher department in order to get this information for you.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Do you still have the packaging for the phone? The IMEI number should be printed on the packaging.
Alternatively if you used a Google account on your device, you can get it from accessing the [dashboard](https://www.google.com/settings/dashboard) and going down to `Android`. Your IMEI should be displayed there.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: IMEI number is also available on the bottom of the box in which you have received you phone.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/23 | 1,219 | 4,839 | <issue_start>username_0: When connected to the Internet, the system checks if it's in a walled garden, which is simply trying to connect to Google. If it fails, in Android 5, there'll be an exclamation mark on the WiFi icon or signal icon.
In some situations, this is annoying. Say, in China, Google is blocked, the exclamation mark will always be there, which is meaningless.
How can I disable this check, and make the system assume, connected WiFi/mobile data is connected Internet?<issue_comment>username_1: It's simple. In the terminal (requires root), or in `adb shell` (does not require root), issue the command
```
settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0
```
and reboot. It should be disabled. The existing state can also be verified via the command
```
settings get global captive_portal_detection_enabled
```
A response of "null" indicates the global key value has not been set and Android will fall back to default of being on and performing the detection. If the detection is disabled the response of "0" will be received.
More info: [Android : How to remove “captive portal” detection on android 4.2.2 and 4.3](https://xstenuit.wordpress.com/2014/01/30/android-how-to-remove-captive-portal-detection-on-android-4-2-2-and-4-3/)
It also works in 5.
Upvotes: 6 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can setup your captive portal server address to it.
```
settings put global captive_portal_server g.cn
```
Then, restart your phone.
PS: Before that, you can validate the server is available.
<http://g.cn/generate_204>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: In the Android M Developer Preview for Shamu (Nexus 6), and possibly other builds of this OS, the `captive_portal_server global` is used by the OS regardless of the state of `captive_portal_detection_enabled` in order to determine health of a WiFi network.
For WiFi networks, it will not only draw an exclamation mark on the strength icon, it will blacklist that SSID from auto-reconnecting if it does not successfully `curl` the URL specified in the the `captive_portal_server global` via that SSID. Manual reconnection is allowed but will only remain connected if you have `captive_portal_detection_enabled` and choose "Use This Network As-Is" manually, each time you connect to that WiFi SSID. This override is temporary.
For mobile provider networks, the `captive_portal_server` is only used to draw an exclamation mark on the strength icon but will remain connected, and traffic will flow if the connection is functional.
On your rooted device, the solution is to re-enable `captive_portal_detection_enabled` if you have disabled it, connect to that WiFi network, select "Use This Network As-Is" from the drop down menu in the captive portal pop-up, disable your mobile network data to focus on determining a website that can be retrieved via your Wifi network by logging in to your captive portal and then use a browser to find one that works. After that, you can disable `captive_portal_detection_enabled` to prevent the annoying pop-up.
To reenable your `captive_portal_detection`, if you previously disabled it, issue the command:
```
settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 1
```
Disable your Mobile Network (under Settings - Data Usage - Mobile Data - Off), to force the phone to use the WiFi network for all traffic, temporarily. This will not be required once you have all of your settings where they need to be.
Android M seems to require a website that loads successfully and does not actively return a 204 (no content).
A couple of options include but are not limited to
```
androidcheck.kiritostudio.com
captive.apple.com
www.textise.net
the network router
localhost
127.0.0.1 (if you have an onboard simple HTTP server)
and the list goes on...
```
After finding one that works for your WiFi Network (often requires more imagination and attempts behind corporate web gateway proxies that do not like HTTPS traffic prior to authentication), you can save the server.
Save the server by running this in your root enabled terminal app, replacing the example URL with the one you are hoping will work:
```
settings put global captive_portal_server androidcheck.kiritostudio.com
```
Restart your device. Try it out. Once you are happy with the behavior of the Exclamation Marks on the icons, the final step is to disable the captive portal pop-up, which is one of the most unfortunate inventions of this decade.
Issue command:
```
settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0
```
If you find yourself in a different country or WiFi situation where issues arise, unfortunately you will need to repeat the above from the beginning, reenabling `captive_portal_detection_enabled`, restarting, finding the right server and then disabling the portal detection afterwards.
Upvotes: 4 |
2015/02/23 | 660 | 2,666 | <issue_start>username_0: I am getting 2 notifications for the same email, both from the Gmail app. One notification is for the Inbox and the other is for a custom Label.
I do not want two notifications for the same email, so how do I prevent an Inbox notification if a label notification is triggered?
If I disable the Inbox notification, I will not be notified when a new email arrives. If I disable the Label notification, I will not hear the sound that is set to that label.
A couple more things to note...
- Some suggest moving the label emails away from the Inbox will solve it, which is true, but I need the label emails to show in my Inbox because I need to action them.
- I have the Inbox sound notification disabled because it clashes with the label notification sound (separate issue, but same cause).
Using Gmail v5.0.1 on Galaxy Note 4. Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: * Open the Gmail App
* Go to the settings for the account tied to Inbox
* Uncheck Notification
If this solution does not work for what you want to accomplish, there really isn't anything I, or anyone, can tell you to do. Inbox and Gmail are 2 apps for the same service. They are not meant to be used at the same time for the same account. In fact, when you first start up Inbox, it tells you to go in to Gmail and disable the notification.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: The way I fixed this was to check the box for "Skip the Inbox (Archive it)" when I made the filter and label with the custom sound. That way the message is only in one place and therefore only one sound is played.
Hope this helps. =)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I used to have the same problem. One day I got a prompt from inbox asking me if I want to disable duplicate notifications. When I said yes, the notifications from the Gmail app stopped coming. Now it is only from inbox that notifies me. Don't know how to trigger that.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Gmail > Settings > select account with labels > Manage Labels > Select each label and uncheck "label notifications" that way the only notification you get is when it gets to the inbox, not a double notification for inbox AND the label
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_5: Go to inbox>settings> choose your account>there is a setting that tells you to stop getting notifications from Gmail.
Also if you use it for a while it will make a prompt with the same question.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: You can go to gmail - Settings- again - your account- then go to inbox sound & vibrate - in check Label notification.
Sunil
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/23 | 565 | 2,389 | <issue_start>username_0: When I tap and hold on a notification in the notifications list, I get an option to "Ignore messages like this." I can't find any explanation, though, of what this means. Does it really mean, ignore all notifications *from this app*? Or does it mean, only ignore messages *like this one* from this app? (i.e. can one app have multiple "channels" or types of notifications?)
And the other side of this - where can I see what messages I have chosen to ignore, and possibly undo it, if I once again want certain messages?
UPDATE: In CM settings there's a "Notification Filter" screen that lists all notifications that I've chosen to ignore. (Settings > Privacy > Filter Notifications in CM11.) I still don't know what the filter *does*, though - it hasn't seemed to keep me from seeing any notifications.
(I suspect that this feature only blocks you from seeing notifications whose source and content *exactly* matches a past notification, but I can't confirm that so I don't want to post it as an answer. Can anyone confirm or deny?)<issue_comment>username_1: I believe this is simply the standard Android feature for turning off notifications. It's on a per-app basis, rather than analyzing what kind of notification it is or its contents (etc.).
[This answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/22712/1465) provides the details of how to turn them off or back on:
>
> Under each application info screen there is now a checkbox for "show notifications" (assuming the app sends notifications). Uncheck that and no more notifications from that app.
>
>
> You can get to the screen by going to `Settings | Apps | {application}` or, more conveniently, long-pressing the notification itself and then tapping "App Info".
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: After some testing, this feature seems to hide future notifications when the *same app* shows a notification with *exactly the same text* again in the future. This means you can't filter messages like `[filename] download completed` from the download manager, `[app name] installed` from the app store, or `Level up! You are now level [number]` from Google Play Games, since they have changing content.
As such, its usefulness seems pretty limited. There's no good way to choose which notifications you get from most apps, unless the app has those options built-in.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/24 | 711 | 2,076 | <issue_start>username_0: Does anyone know where to find the list of the available [intuitive emoji input](http://www.technologytell.com/apple/142693/swype-keyboard-app-gets-new-languages/) keywords? I have looked unsuccessfully.
It will be useful as a reference.
Many thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: My gf and I have compiled a list of what we have found so far, and are still discovering more.
☺ happy
wondering
smile
sad / cry
concerned / worried
OMG
tongue / raspberry
grin
wink
asleep
sleepy
scared
fear
cool
emo
stubborn
☝ up / one
bad / no / thumbs down
good / yes / thumbs up
clap
hello / wave
hear / ear
smell / nose
mouth
eyes / see
massage
guy / boy
girl
couple
angel
skull
ghost
liberty
yay
swim
run
kiss
✈ plane
train
car
bus
bike
⛵ boat
trolley
walk / hike
man
woman
baby
smoke
bird
dog
cat
fish
whale
panda
rabbit / bunny
monkey
chicken
pig
horse
sheep
cow
tiger
❤ heart
love
✔ check mark
trail / footprints
knife
gun / shoot
☎ phone
✂ scissors / cut
box
money
atm / cash
date
⏰ alarm
shower
music
guitar
saxophone
violin
beer
drink / martini
wine
hamburger / cheeseburger
☕ coffee
ice cream
pizza
donut
tomato
bread
chocolate
candy
banana
☕ coffee
☕ tea
sushi
night
sun
☔ rain
☁ cloud
❄ snow / cold
fire / hot
shoe
shirt
jam
couple
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Few more I found:
mad pout snake helicopter atm / cash
⚾ baseball football basketball ⛳ golf ⚽ soccer tennis goat hair turtle king / queen / crown star crocodile picture / camera mouse lollipop cake ski snowboard surf punch bathroom ⛪ church toilet ok purse heel / sandal diamond ambulance truck movie / theater taxi beach / palm tree koala ⛄ snowman earth / world rainbow penguin octopus snail rat whale tv bowling pool bath battery key flashlight hammer wrench / tool trolley atm / cash chips
poodle umbrella rose gift drug dragon sushi Halloween alien frown surf ♿ wheelchair pill piano Santa ✋ hand ✌ peace cookie game radio glasses smirk
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/02/24 | 241 | 893 | <issue_start>username_0: I've got an S5 Active on AT&T. After the latest update, my home button started registering almost any press as a "long press." Does anyone have an idea of how to fix or mitigate this problem? Also, if anyone else has experienced the same thing, please let me know as I'd like to think I'm not crazy!<issue_comment>username_1: The good news: you're not losing your mind. The even-better news: there seems to be a solution.
Head on over to [ifixit](https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/215325/Home+button+doesn%27t+go+home) and take a look at their thread.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The solution I've found while waiting for an update to fix the update is to turn off auto updates if it's on, and uninstall all updates to the Google application, restoring that app to factory. Hoping there's a better fix soon so I can turn auto updates back on.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/25 | 372 | 1,244 | <issue_start>username_0: I've accidentally wiped my phone and lost all my photos. I'm going to try to run photorec on an image of my phone.
What I'd like to do is somehow something along these lines:
```
adb shell
dd if=/data of=/file/on/my/computer/not/on/phone
```
Is there any way to do this? I'm using a linux PC.
I saw this related question ([Create a dd image of a Android 4.4.4 for forensics?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/86207/create-a-dd-image-of-a-android-4-4-4-for-forensics)) but it writes to the same device - my device is a nexus 6 so I don't have an sd card to write to (and doing so would likely over write the data I'm trying to recover)<issue_comment>username_1: The good news: you're not losing your mind. The even-better news: there seems to be a solution.
Head on over to [ifixit](https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/215325/Home+button+doesn%27t+go+home) and take a look at their thread.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: The solution I've found while waiting for an update to fix the update is to turn off auto updates if it's on, and uninstall all updates to the Google application, restoring that app to factory. Hoping there's a better fix soon so I can turn auto updates back on.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/25 | 294 | 1,185 | <issue_start>username_0: I've attached an external drive to my phone using a USB-OTG cable. I can open it in File Manager (v2.0.0), but when I go to /storage/usbdisk none of my files show up, and if I try to create a file it complains about needing elevated permissions. I've read online that I need to enable root access mode in File Manager's general settings, but there is no such setting on my device.<issue_comment>username_1: It turns out you have to enable "Superuser" mode in CM's settings app if it's disabled. I was only able to get to this setting by searching for it - I couldn't find it anywhere in the menu tree. Android normally restricts apps to only access their own special sub-folders on an attached flash drive, so File Manager needs special permissions to access everything.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I own a OnePlus One and, after plugging the USB Drive through OTG cable, use the [ES File Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop) app which will save you from the hassle of permissions. In that app look under the Local tab to find your drive, usually called sdb. No need for root.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/25 | 251 | 1,035 | <issue_start>username_0: I have always seen people chatting in whatsapp groups and posting more than one message at different times separated by a horizontal line. This usually occurs when no one posts a message in between. I am using HTC Wildfire s a510e<issue_comment>username_1: It turns out you have to enable "Superuser" mode in CM's settings app if it's disabled. I was only able to get to this setting by searching for it - I couldn't find it anywhere in the menu tree. Android normally restricts apps to only access their own special sub-folders on an attached flash drive, so File Manager needs special permissions to access everything.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I own a OnePlus One and, after plugging the USB Drive through OTG cable, use the [ES File Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop) app which will save you from the hassle of permissions. In that app look under the Local tab to find your drive, usually called sdb. No need for root.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/25 | 903 | 3,282 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung Galaxy Note 3 Neo (Android KitKat). Some of the apps are using my SMS feature and SMS are costing pennies from my pocket without my knowledge.
I want to know what are all the apps which are sending SMS. If I found list of Apps, is this possible to restrict them from not using SMS feature without uninstalling them.<issue_comment>username_1: Go to `Settings -> Apps -> Downloaded`. Here you'll see a list of all the apps that you have downloaded from the internet.
If you open any one and scroll down to the bottom, you'll see all the permissions that the app has. An app that sends messages on its own would have the `send SMS messages` permission enabled, which looks like this.
If you see this in an app, you have found the potential culprit.
---
Alternatively, you can download a third-party application like [App Permission Watcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.struse.apewatch&hl=en), to watch which app has the `send SMS messages` permission enabled.
---
Unfortunately, if you are not rooted, the only way you can stop the app from sending SMS messages is by uninstalling it.
However, if you are rooted, then you can edit the permissions of each app using your superuser controller.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: To find all apps with a specific permission, there's a much easier way then checking them each manually: use a [Permission Checker](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/security_permissions#group_379). I'd recommend taking a look at **[aSpotCat](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.a0soft.gphone.aSpotCat)**, which is around for quite a while (I remember it even back from Eclair in 2011 :)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/4sLTG.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/pJais.png) [[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/QYL8x.png)]
*aSpotCat* allows you to browse your installed apps by permissions (and more, see first screenshot). Especially for your question is the second screenshot: see what apps can *send* SMS messages. To make it easier for you to find a permission, they are grouped (third screenshot).
---
Now, restricting access is a different thing. Multiple approaches can be thought of, but they are often either specific to an Android version (e.g. AppOps are only available with Android 4.3 and 4.4), require root, or need to manipulate and re-install the apps (thus often preventing updates, as modifications also change the app signature). As you're using Kitkat, the first group should fit your needs, and you can check for some [AppOps FrontEnds](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/security_permissions#group_1027). If your device is rooted, you might also take a look at some [Stand-Alone Permission Manager](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/security_permissions#group_1028). For further details on those, please also visit our sister-site for Software-Recommendations, and see: [Android permissions manager](https://softwarerecs.stackexchange.com/q/21355/185).
Enjoy!
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/26 | 263 | 1,110 | <issue_start>username_0: Android devices used to have its stock web browser as its default browser, but nowadays, it is replaced by Chrome. And it is said that the default browser of Android 5.0 and above is going to be Chrome. Having said that, what happens if a phone with stock web browser is updated to Android 5.0? Is its stock web browser is deleted as well as replaced by Chrome? Or does it stay as its stock web browser even after the update?
If there is any web-site that could support your answer, please attatch its URL as well.
Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: Depends on the provider of the ROM. Currently Nexus & Moto devices having lollipop, has Chrome as default browser because both are having pure android.
If you are having phone from other manufacturers, it really depends on them what will they provide.
If you are using custom ROM then its up-to the developer which to set as default browser.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Lollipop has chrome as its default browser. Even devices which had native browser on KitKat deletes the native browser upon lollipop update.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/26 | 320 | 1,260 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a first generation Moto G (XT1033) with Android 5.0.
Often when taking screenshots, it gets stuck at the *Screenshot is being saved* message - then I have to forcefully close the *System UI* process if I want it to go away.
And the final file is corrupted (either the PNG file will not open on a PC or, for image viewers that are more tolerant to broken files, it will be black except for a small portion of the image). For an example:
See that the image is correct up to a point. It seems as if the file was closed before the system finished writing to it.
What can be causing this problem?<issue_comment>username_1: Depends on the provider of the ROM. Currently Nexus & Moto devices having lollipop, has Chrome as default browser because both are having pure android.
If you are having phone from other manufacturers, it really depends on them what will they provide.
If you are using custom ROM then its up-to the developer which to set as default browser.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Lollipop has chrome as its default browser. Even devices which had native browser on KitKat deletes the native browser upon lollipop update.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/26 | 518 | 1,734 | <issue_start>username_0: I [see](http://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/bb/20991682) that you can send a media file on BlackBerry. Can I do the same thing on Android?<issue_comment>username_1: Yes you can send a mp3 file through WhatsApp in Android.
* Go to a private chat/group chat where you want to send the mp3 file.
* Find the clip icon in the top right corner of the chat.
* Tap it and a menu looking like this will pop up.
* Choose "Audio" and then choose "Choose Music Track" (Play Music app) or from a third party music app.
* Choose the track you wish to send and then confirm.
* The mp3 file will be received (by default) in `Internal Storage > WhatsApp > Media > WhatsApp Audio`
---
Alternative Solution #1,
* Locate the mp3 file you wish to send in a file explorer.
* Depending on the file explorer, either long-clicking or choosing options will give you a menu with all operations such as cut, copy, rename, details, share (or send).
* Choose share (or send) and then choose WhatsApp from the pop-up menu.
* Now choose the contact you wish to send to and confirm.
---
Alternative solution #2,
* Use a third-party application to send the file over a chat.
* Good examples are [WaSend](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.twinscreations.wasend&hl=en) and [WhatsApp File Sender](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whatsapp.share.all.types.files.sender).
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to file manager. Find the mp3 you want to send. Long press on it for 1 second. Then select "Share" option. Then select Whatsapp in the sharelist. That's it. You're done.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/26 | 271 | 1,134 | <issue_start>username_0: i have a samsung galaxy 4 with a smashed screen, i really need to get my contact numbers and calendar from it (currently using a friends old iphone but will be borrowing sisters old s4 soon. Phone charges and light flashes at top when turned on but unable to see anything due to the damage. Desperate for help please!!!<issue_comment>username_1: Do you have a Windows or Mac box to connect it to? Samsung has <http://www.samsung.com/us/kies/> which will let you grab the info off via a USB cable - screen only required if it has a lock on it.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Assuming you have logged in your Gmail account on your galaxy 4. Your contacts & calendar are already backed up to Gmail server. You can easily get access to them by logging into your Gmail account through your PC and click on Gmail icon at top left of your screen -> select Contact. For calendar click on square tiles at top right of screen and select calendar.
You can get the contacts and Calendar details on your Iphone also by logging the same gmail account to your IPhone which you had used in your broken S4.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/02/26 | 1,081 | 3,567 | <issue_start>username_0: I tried to update my HTC One [m7] unlocked/international to the new Android Lollipop with the OTA update that got pushed yesterday. However, it keeps failing.
My HTC is rooted, and is currently running 6.12.161.9 (trying to update to 7.18.616.2). It is S-ON and has an hboot 1.57.
Now, the problem keeps appearing in the following way: (I have the correct stock recovery on the phone)
The phone starts the update process normaly. It goes to the recovery and the progress bar starts to move. However as soon as it reaches about 1/4 of its way (always the same), it stops the installation and returns to the recovery title screen (the red triangle and exclamation mark). When I then press volume up and power button to see the recovery menu, it gives me the following readout at the bottom on the console:
Code:
```
Finding update package...
Opening update package...
Verifying update package...
Installing update...
L50QCT.01.102.008
Package expects build fingerprint of htc/vodafone_uk/m7:4.4.3/KTU84L/366813.9:user/release-keys
or htc/vodafone_uk/m7:5.0.2/LRX22G/476210.2:user/release-keys;
this device has htc/vodafone_uk/m7:4.4.3/KTU84L/366813.5:user/release-keys.
Installation aborted.
Write host_mode:0 done
```
It gives me this readout every time, and the only difference in expectation and device, is this:
The update expects 366813.**9**, the device has 366813.**5**. What does this difference mean? What is .9 and what is .5, and how can I fix this?
I would be very happy for any help possible. Thanks in advance!
* Cheers
EDIT: Fixed, turns out I had the wrong recovery installed!<issue_comment>username_1: A change to the way the update process for lolli works means that for phones and tablets that have been modified, the OTA update will not work.
However, this does not mean that all is lost. While slightly annoying, if you have modified your system partition all you need to do is reflash your device with a stock Android image. With this done you can then reattempt the OTA update and it should be successful.
Another option is to manually upgrade to Lollipop. Factory images for Android 5.0 Lollipop are available for some Nexus devices – we've looked at how you can install the update on a Nexus 5 and how to upgrade a Nexus 7 – and images will be made available for other handsets in the coming weeks and months.
-Source: android pit (<http://www.androidpit.com/android-5-0-lollipop-ota-update-fail>)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Do the following and it will solve your issue (install correctly): Copy the zip file to pc form "Phone\Download\OTA\_M7\_UL\_L50\_SENSE60\_MR\_HTC\_Europe\_7.19.401.2-6.09.401.11\_release\_XXXX.zip"
1. Extract "firmware.zip" from OTA\_M7\_UL\_L50\_SENSE60\_MR\_HTC\_Europe\_7.19.401.2-6.09.401.11\_XXXX.zip
2. Extract "recovery.img" from "firmware.zip"
3. Activate USB debugging on your device (if not already)
4. Reboot your device on bootloader. I believe holding down "Power" + "VOL+" will do it (if not google it). You can use ADB command as well. "adb reboot-bootloader"
5. install the recovery using ADB command "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img"
6. Now try to update once again form OTA and it will work.
To avoid redownload this large file:
1. Copy the zip file which you copied from Phone to phone\update.zip
2. Reboot phone to recovery
3. Apply Update from Phone Memory (As HTC one to not have external memory)
4. Choose the Update.zip file
I hope you get the idea even if few steps might be slightly off.
Thanks
username_2
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/02/26 | 1,013 | 3,782 | <issue_start>username_0: I get a message
```
Android 5.0.1 System Update Available
```
but no option to skip the update.
In frustration, I click "download". It's not better after the download. I still get
```
System update downloaded
```
with no option to avoid the update.
How do I signal that I am perfectly content with KitKat 4.4.4 for the time being? I use my phone for development and want to be certain my development tools are ready before upgrading. In the meantime I also want to stop the continuous harassment via notifications. Is this possible? I am using a Nexus 5 and the phone is not rooted (I prefer it to stay that way).<issue_comment>username_1: If you happen to be rooted, you should be able to install [Disable Services](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.wq.disableservice) and find the `SystemUpdateService` under *Google Play Services* disable *Google Services Framework*.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: I just spoke to Google directly. The Nexus 5 under settings, apps has something called Google Play services. Not store. If you uncheck the notification box in Google Play services and restart the phone the notification for the Android system updates will stop in the notification bar. Worked like a charm!
Upvotes: 6 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I figured it out :D :D
If you get the notification and have not yet downloaded the update. Simply Press the notification in the notification bar and Hold for 10 Seconds. It will give you two options. Click on the Settings button. From Settings select "Turn off notifications update" :)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Turning off auto updates in Google Store did not stop the phone updating, even after a reset.
I pressed on an updating app until download manager appeared, then I disabled it. Seems to have stopped.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: You need to clear data for downloading application (DMClient)
1. open system nofitication bar
2. hold touch on system downloading bar until it pop up app info
3. touch App info it will go to DMClient app info
4. touch clear data button under Storage
5. then touch OK for Delete app data question
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: Found it on Nexus Grand Prime:
Settings - About Device (bottom) - Software Update (top) - Set 'check for updates' (Auto-Update) to Off.
The update wanted 530mb free space! Like hell, that space is reserved for game recording :).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: On my LYF Flame 2 device in India, I tried username_6's answer and could only limit the software update to "weekly", "wireless only" and disabled "Allow auto-update over WiFi...".
Hope that works!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: Found option to disable automatic updates in developer menu on Android 7. (click many times on build number in about phone to enable that menu)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_9: As of 2021 there's an option to turn off automatic updates in the Developer Options [1](https://kaanuzdogan.com/avoid-updating-your-xiaomi-mi-a-3-to-android-11-for-now) [2](https://lifehacker.com/how-do-i-block-android-from-installing-system-updates-1836701683). It seems to be available since Nougat [3](https://www.androidpolice.com/2016/03/15/android-n-feature-spotlight-automatic-system-updates-can-be-disabled-in-developer-options/) [4](https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/automatic-system-updates-in-developer-options.3697351/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_10: On my OnePlus9 Pro I disabled the auto updates in the developer mode menu but apparently they are still forcing me to do an update. In fact so much that the phone says "If you choose not to do so now, this update will take place AUTOMATICALLY between 2 AM and 4 AM starting May 4th, 2021." WTF.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/27 | 896 | 3,333 | <issue_start>username_0: New galaxy note 4 camera doesn't focus at first, it will only work when I shake my camera or thump it real hard. Had anyone had this issue or have an idea on his to fix it?<issue_comment>username_1: If you happen to be rooted, you should be able to install [Disable Services](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.wq.disableservice) and find the `SystemUpdateService` under *Google Play Services* disable *Google Services Framework*.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: I just spoke to Google directly. The Nexus 5 under settings, apps has something called Google Play services. Not store. If you uncheck the notification box in Google Play services and restart the phone the notification for the Android system updates will stop in the notification bar. Worked like a charm!
Upvotes: 6 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I figured it out :D :D
If you get the notification and have not yet downloaded the update. Simply Press the notification in the notification bar and Hold for 10 Seconds. It will give you two options. Click on the Settings button. From Settings select "Turn off notifications update" :)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Turning off auto updates in Google Store did not stop the phone updating, even after a reset.
I pressed on an updating app until download manager appeared, then I disabled it. Seems to have stopped.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: You need to clear data for downloading application (DMClient)
1. open system nofitication bar
2. hold touch on system downloading bar until it pop up app info
3. touch App info it will go to DMClient app info
4. touch clear data button under Storage
5. then touch OK for Delete app data question
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: Found it on Nexus Grand Prime:
Settings - About Device (bottom) - Software Update (top) - Set 'check for updates' (Auto-Update) to Off.
The update wanted 530mb free space! Like hell, that space is reserved for game recording :).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: On my LYF Flame 2 device in India, I tried username_6's answer and could only limit the software update to "weekly", "wireless only" and disabled "Allow auto-update over WiFi...".
Hope that works!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: Found option to disable automatic updates in developer menu on Android 7. (click many times on build number in about phone to enable that menu)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_9: As of 2021 there's an option to turn off automatic updates in the Developer Options [1](https://kaanuzdogan.com/avoid-updating-your-xiaomi-mi-a-3-to-android-11-for-now) [2](https://lifehacker.com/how-do-i-block-android-from-installing-system-updates-1836701683). It seems to be available since Nougat [3](https://www.androidpolice.com/2016/03/15/android-n-feature-spotlight-automatic-system-updates-can-be-disabled-in-developer-options/) [4](https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/automatic-system-updates-in-developer-options.3697351/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_10: On my OnePlus9 Pro I disabled the auto updates in the developer mode menu but apparently they are still forcing me to do an update. In fact so much that the phone says "If you choose not to do so now, this update will take place AUTOMATICALLY between 2 AM and 4 AM starting May 4th, 2021." WTF.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/27 | 908 | 3,391 | <issue_start>username_0: I had bought a MOTO E which was stolen the very next day but, due to some issues, I had already taken my sim and the sdcard out. Is there any way I can locate my phone using the google id I had used to start the tracking features?<issue_comment>username_1: If you happen to be rooted, you should be able to install [Disable Services](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cn.wq.disableservice) and find the `SystemUpdateService` under *Google Play Services* disable *Google Services Framework*.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: I just spoke to Google directly. The Nexus 5 under settings, apps has something called Google Play services. Not store. If you uncheck the notification box in Google Play services and restart the phone the notification for the Android system updates will stop in the notification bar. Worked like a charm!
Upvotes: 6 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: I figured it out :D :D
If you get the notification and have not yet downloaded the update. Simply Press the notification in the notification bar and Hold for 10 Seconds. It will give you two options. Click on the Settings button. From Settings select "Turn off notifications update" :)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Turning off auto updates in Google Store did not stop the phone updating, even after a reset.
I pressed on an updating app until download manager appeared, then I disabled it. Seems to have stopped.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: You need to clear data for downloading application (DMClient)
1. open system nofitication bar
2. hold touch on system downloading bar until it pop up app info
3. touch App info it will go to DMClient app info
4. touch clear data button under Storage
5. then touch OK for Delete app data question
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: Found it on Nexus Grand Prime:
Settings - About Device (bottom) - Software Update (top) - Set 'check for updates' (Auto-Update) to Off.
The update wanted 530mb free space! Like hell, that space is reserved for game recording :).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: On my LYF Flame 2 device in India, I tried username_6's answer and could only limit the software update to "weekly", "wireless only" and disabled "Allow auto-update over WiFi...".
Hope that works!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: Found option to disable automatic updates in developer menu on Android 7. (click many times on build number in about phone to enable that menu)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_9: As of 2021 there's an option to turn off automatic updates in the Developer Options [1](https://kaanuzdogan.com/avoid-updating-your-xiaomi-mi-a-3-to-android-11-for-now) [2](https://lifehacker.com/how-do-i-block-android-from-installing-system-updates-1836701683). It seems to be available since Nougat [3](https://www.androidpolice.com/2016/03/15/android-n-feature-spotlight-automatic-system-updates-can-be-disabled-in-developer-options/) [4](https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/automatic-system-updates-in-developer-options.3697351/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_10: On my OnePlus9 Pro I disabled the auto updates in the developer mode menu but apparently they are still forcing me to do an update. In fact so much that the phone says "If you choose not to do so now, this update will take place AUTOMATICALLY between 2 AM and 4 AM starting May 4th, 2021." WTF.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/28 | 586 | 2,319 | <issue_start>username_0: I just bought my new huawei model H30-U10
I have synchronized my gmail account and whenever I try to download any app, the download bar keeps loading forever and doesn't even throw any error
I am not using SD card because its internal memory is 8gb already
My time and date are ok
I am not using sim card, could this be issue?
The google playstore version is 4.6.17 and I am sure its not the latest one and I cant even update playstore through playstore> settings> build version> update<issue_comment>username_1: try downloading the latest apk for the playstore and manually instal it.
check apkmirror.com
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I resolved the issue and it was because of the reason that I wasn't using SIM card
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I too had the same issue and i have gone through several forums for the help.All have suggested the same .
>
> Clear cache and clear data of the playstore.
> Force stop the playstore.
> Remove and add google account.
>
>
>
I have tried all of the above but not found any good.
But after lot of trail and error i have resolved the issue.
Solution is the same as above but the sequence order is very important.
Please follow the exact order given below.
1). Google Playstore - Go to Settings >> Apps>> 'All' tab >> Select Google Playstore - Now Uninstall all updates >>Force stop >> Clear Cache>> Clear Data.
2). Download Manager - Go to Settings >> Apps>> 'All' tab >> Select Download Manager - Force stop >> Clear Cache>> Clear Data.
3). Downloads - Go to Settings >> Apps>> 'All' tab >> Select Downloads - Force stop if the button is active.
4). Remove the google account.
5). Restart the device.
6). Add Google account.
(Assuming you have followed the sequence properly)
In case the above steps don't resolve the issue and you are using Mobile data then follow the below steps
1 > Check your storage space in your phone and ensure required space is available.
2 > Please go to Settings >> Mobile Networks >>Access point Names /APN >> Go to APN Protocol Change it to IPV6 and APN Roaming Protocol to 'IPV4/Ipv6'.
Thats all !!! - Enjoy , Don't forget to vote for the reply
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I found the easiest and faster way. Factory reset your phone and start from scratch. :)
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/02/28 | 144 | 586 | <issue_start>username_0: I lost my android phone (samsung galaxy grand) . Can I use whatsapp with the same number on my new phone, if I don't have the sim card with that number ? Except for the sms code/call, is there some other method of opening my whatsapp account ?<issue_comment>username_1: No, this is impossible. If I were you, I would send a broadcast message to all of my contacts regarding my new number.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: you could ask your carrier to disable your old sim card and enable a new one (which you need to get) with the same number.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/28 | 830 | 3,193 | <issue_start>username_0: Since I checked this option in Settings > Personal > Location, GPS finally works when no data connection is available, eg. when travelling in foreign countries. It's still slower than when a data connection is available, but at least, it does locate me when I'm standing in open skies.
However, I was wondering what this option really means: Does it mean that it will *never* use A-GPS to download data from the Net *even when a data connection is available through GSM* \*?
IOW, if I'm travelling in my country where a GSM data connection *is* available, will Android download A-GPS data to speed things up?
Thank you.
* GSM, as opposed to wifi; I don't know a better term<issue_comment>username_1: AGPS uses not only GPS satellites, but also nearby cell towers and Wi-Fi networks to lock onto your phones location, so your location should be more accurate.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: **GSM, CDMA, WCDMA** and **LTE** are all **mobile network connections** used for acquiring aGPS data.
So if your device has a standalone or hybrid GPS as well, you can use GPS without any problems (meaning as long as there is satellite reception). With aGPS your time-to-first-fix (**TTFF**) is much quicker, especially if its been awhile since last using GPS.
So to answer your "**IOW**", **yes** you will lock onto signal **very fast** if mobile data is enabled, as opposed to disabled.
**As to:** " Does it mean that it will never use A-GPS to download data from the Net even when a data connection is available through GSM ? ". No, it will use available mobile network connection for acquisition of needed data.
---
Take a look at this, since you said travelling around your country (could help if accuracy becomes an issue)
<https://stackoverflow.com/questions/14548707/android-how-to-reset-and-download-a-gps-data>
---
`Standalone GPS units depend only on radio from satellites. A-GPS does that as well as using cell tower data to enhance quality and precision when there is poor satellite signal conditions. A GPS unit may require as long as 12.5 minutes (the time needed to download the data - GPS almanac and ephimerides) to resolve the problem and be able to provide a correct location.
To be more precise, "A-GPS" features are mostly dependent on an internet network and/or connection to an ISP. A mobile device featured with "A-GPS" (no additional GPS feature to be selected as alternative) can work only when there is an internet link/connection to an ISP.`
For a little more info look at **[aGPS Wiki](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assisted_GPS)**
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: The "Wifi" option means that A-GPS gets used only when on Wifi, such as at a cafe. Meaning, you're out of luck when using any form of cellular data including GSM data.
The GPS satellites send all required data, but they do so slowly. So you can get much faster "first time to fix" by getting the same information for your area over a data connection (either WiFi or cellular data).
See also <https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Assisted_GPS>
The specific data is the "ephemerides" and the "almanac", both of which are required for a GPS position fix.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/02/28 | 936 | 3,724 | <issue_start>username_0: About yesterday, my headphones randomly started pausing my music. At first, I thought it was my headphones which are Apple iPod/iPhone 5 headphones that I've had for a few months from an old iPhone, so I tried another pair that are brand new and only used once or twice and the same thing happened. It would pause the music and it didn't show the headphone icon at the top like it should on both pairs. And then when I'd go to my music player to start up the song, it would play the music through my phone speakers when the headphones were plugged in. Why?<issue_comment>username_1: I think your phone audio card might be broken. Do the phone speaker / Bluetooth speaker work? In that case, I would send your phone back to LG.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If the headphones were working previously on the phone and now they just suddenly stopped working, then it's likely that the phone's audio hardware has malfunctioned.
Alternatively, there is also a small possibility that some drivers have been updated on your phone to detect Apple headphones and not allow them to be used. (This is a conspiracy theory, but Apple does do this with their Lightning connector such that if you buy a counterfeit one or buy from some other vendor it won't work).
Have you tried a totally different set of headphones (not Apple ones) on this phone?
Does the headphone jack fit totally/properly in the port? Sometimes a little fidgeting with it and pressing a little harder gets some of the grooves to click into place so that the right connections are flush against each other. (Had this issue on a Nexus 7 with Apple Earpods)
Personally i've tested Apple Earpods (iPhone 5 headphones) on a Google Nexus 4 and 5 (both LG devices) and they work. However on a Samsung Galaxy Ace the same set of headphones behaved quite similar to what you described. They worked initially, but then started doing weird things with playing and pausing music, and not showing up in the notifications. Also the mic didn't work for me. It causes some loud ringing noise on the other end.when you're on hands-free with the headphones.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: This happened to me too! What I did was put my phone into reverse portrait mode. If that does not work then unplug the battery. If it still does not work then find an earbud, remove all the cotton around its head and move it around in the headphone socket.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: After THREE YEARS of searching for a fix... I think I just found a solution - and felt obligated to spread the information. Just plug the headphones in slowly... That's actually all there was to it... The notification icon for a plugged in audio jack at the top of the screen will show up differently if you did it right.
This reddit post: <https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.reddit.com/r/LGG3/comments/2siwyp/is_there_a_rom_or_fix_that_makes_g3_detect_all/> the user RandomGenera7ed tells us to plug the jack into the headphone plug slowly - causing it to show up as a three prong headphone jack and not a four prong jack (four prong jacks have a mike wire that can have pause/skip/volume-change/GOOGLE VOICE functionality while three prong audio jacks do not). Apparently plugging a three prong jack in too quickly confuses the phone into thinking it has a four prong jack plugged in.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: Reply date 12/04/17
Hi to everyone who is having the mic problem on lg g3 where the you can hear the pesrson you have called wearing headphones but they can not hear you, the way to fix this problem is to use the original lg g3 headphones as this phone doesn't work with other headphones like samsung and other brands.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/28 | 900 | 3,499 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an LG G Pad 7.0 running Android KitKat (4.4.2). Could I update it to Android 5, even though there is no release for the G Pad 7?
I would also by fine with the latest version of CyanogenMod.
Also, I am very new to Android, but is it flexible in the way that you can change the Android version easily, or install another UI?<issue_comment>username_1: I think your phone audio card might be broken. Do the phone speaker / Bluetooth speaker work? In that case, I would send your phone back to LG.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If the headphones were working previously on the phone and now they just suddenly stopped working, then it's likely that the phone's audio hardware has malfunctioned.
Alternatively, there is also a small possibility that some drivers have been updated on your phone to detect Apple headphones and not allow them to be used. (This is a conspiracy theory, but Apple does do this with their Lightning connector such that if you buy a counterfeit one or buy from some other vendor it won't work).
Have you tried a totally different set of headphones (not Apple ones) on this phone?
Does the headphone jack fit totally/properly in the port? Sometimes a little fidgeting with it and pressing a little harder gets some of the grooves to click into place so that the right connections are flush against each other. (Had this issue on a Nexus 7 with Apple Earpods)
Personally i've tested Apple Earpods (iPhone 5 headphones) on a Google Nexus 4 and 5 (both LG devices) and they work. However on a Samsung Galaxy Ace the same set of headphones behaved quite similar to what you described. They worked initially, but then started doing weird things with playing and pausing music, and not showing up in the notifications. Also the mic didn't work for me. It causes some loud ringing noise on the other end.when you're on hands-free with the headphones.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: This happened to me too! What I did was put my phone into reverse portrait mode. If that does not work then unplug the battery. If it still does not work then find an earbud, remove all the cotton around its head and move it around in the headphone socket.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: After THREE YEARS of searching for a fix... I think I just found a solution - and felt obligated to spread the information. Just plug the headphones in slowly... That's actually all there was to it... The notification icon for a plugged in audio jack at the top of the screen will show up differently if you did it right.
This reddit post: <https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.reddit.com/r/LGG3/comments/2siwyp/is_there_a_rom_or_fix_that_makes_g3_detect_all/> the user RandomGenera7ed tells us to plug the jack into the headphone plug slowly - causing it to show up as a three prong headphone jack and not a four prong jack (four prong jacks have a mike wire that can have pause/skip/volume-change/GOOGLE VOICE functionality while three prong audio jacks do not). Apparently plugging a three prong jack in too quickly confuses the phone into thinking it has a four prong jack plugged in.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: Reply date 12/04/17
Hi to everyone who is having the mic problem on lg g3 where the you can hear the pesrson you have called wearing headphones but they can not hear you, the way to fix this problem is to use the original lg g3 headphones as this phone doesn't work with other headphones like samsung and other brands.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/02/28 | 243 | 854 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Moto G upgraded to Android Lollipop from Android 4.4.4 KitKat. I can send SMS and receive calls. But, whenever I dial a number or try to call someone, I get this message:
>
> Call not sent
>
>
>
What can I do?<issue_comment>username_1: Go to settings - > Select your network and reboot. Hope this will work!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Under "Mobile network settings", I switched "Preferred network type" from 3G to 2G, and rebooted the phone. I was then able to make calls again.
Then I switched back to 3G and rebooted, and it still works.
Odd...
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Similar to what username_2 said, I had to go to
`Settings -> Wireless & networks -> More -> Cellular networks -> Preferred network type`
and **select 3G** as there was nothing selected after the update.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/01 | 222 | 881 | <issue_start>username_0: I have the Nexus 9 and the HTC folio keyboard. I cannot get the keyboard switcher to display in the navigation bar. I have checked the settings for apps and both Google keyboard and Swiftkey apps are enabled and the notifications boxes are ticked. I want to display the switcher so that can turn off the folio keyboard which is a battery hog.<issue_comment>username_1: things have changed a bit in Lollipop. On the Nexus 6, for example, there's a new softkey you can use to change keyboards.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: was the Keyboard activated through the app?
you should be able activate the keyboard through the app.
alternatively, you can go to:
settings.
language and Input.
and select, selector Icon.
or in the Language and Input menu Choose you keyboard.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/01 | 202 | 813 | <issue_start>username_0: How do you shut down the tablet in the condition where neither screen, nor any buttons accept any input? It is possible the tablet is locked in this condition by the active software, last noted to be the Kindle app, but could be a condition caused by any active application?<issue_comment>username_1: things have changed a bit in Lollipop. On the Nexus 6, for example, there's a new softkey you can use to change keyboards.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: was the Keyboard activated through the app?
you should be able activate the keyboard through the app.
alternatively, you can go to:
settings.
language and Input.
and select, selector Icon.
or in the Language and Input menu Choose you keyboard.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 431 | 1,644 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a simple problem with my phone's GPS:
I have Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo with Android 4.4.2 (unrooted)
Here's the problem:
GPS literally takes forever to load,
I connect to internet and wait some time and it picks up eventually.
But if I restarted my phone and NOT connect to internet and enable gps, it will literally go out of its way to NOT pick up a single signal. It will see more than 20 satellites, but not one of them will be used for fix. This happens anywhere from perfectly open air to indoors (in my case being indoors is absolutely not a reason for not getting a fix because when I do get a fix indoors it sees all the satellites it used to when I was outside)
My question is:
How can I make my phone to pick up signals from those satellites without connecting to internet and end this nightmare?
Thanks a lot
P.S. I have used most of those garbage apps promising "faster fix" "gps fix" and all that crap and none of them helped. In case as I am writing this I have the app GPS Status and toolbox on ""Looking" for GPS location" forever and not picking anything up.
What's the solution?<issue_comment>username_1: things have changed a bit in Lollipop. On the Nexus 6, for example, there's a new softkey you can use to change keyboards.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: was the Keyboard activated through the app?
you should be able activate the keyboard through the app.
alternatively, you can go to:
settings.
language and Input.
and select, selector Icon.
or in the Language and Input menu Choose you keyboard.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 188 | 706 | <issue_start>username_0: Even after flashing clockworkmod, when I go into the recovery menu after booting, it just gives me the stock recovery system. Help? I've also tried with twrp, no luck.<issue_comment>username_1: things have changed a bit in Lollipop. On the Nexus 6, for example, there's a new softkey you can use to change keyboards.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: was the Keyboard activated through the app?
you should be able activate the keyboard through the app.
alternatively, you can go to:
settings.
language and Input.
and select, selector Icon.
or in the Language and Input menu Choose you keyboard.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 291 | 1,002 | <issue_start>username_0: I have Verizon Ellipsis 7 (QMV7A) running on Android 4.2.2. I've been stuck with FOTA downloading for 3 days, and it's draining my battery. The download will not progress past 0%. I have tried to stop the download but it just pops back up. I found [the same issue on AndroidCentral](http://forums.androidcentral.com/ask-question/497401-how-do-i-stop-fota-downloading.html#post4259174), but there's no solution either.
Is there anything that I can do to fix this?<issue_comment>username_1: things have changed a bit in Lollipop. On the Nexus 6, for example, there's a new softkey you can use to change keyboards.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: was the Keyboard activated through the app?
you should be able activate the keyboard through the app.
alternatively, you can go to:
settings.
language and Input.
and select, selector Icon.
or in the Language and Input menu Choose you keyboard.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 192 | 712 | <issue_start>username_0: When I turn my phone on, many apps also turn on in the background. This slows down my phone. How do I shut them down? Why is the OS built this way? Doesn't make sense to me.<issue_comment>username_1: things have changed a bit in Lollipop. On the Nexus 6, for example, there's a new softkey you can use to change keyboards.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: was the Keyboard activated through the app?
you should be able activate the keyboard through the app.
alternatively, you can go to:
settings.
language and Input.
and select, selector Icon.
or in the Language and Input menu Choose you keyboard.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 979 | 4,344 | <issue_start>username_0: How much free storage does Android KitKat need?
I've noticed that when storage (not RAM) gets down to somewhere between 200 and 300MB, Android starts to complain that it will not be able to function properly unless some storage space is freed up. This seems a bit surprising as 200MB is a huge amount of space.
What is the actual amount of storage required to be free, and why is it so large?<issue_comment>username_1: I am not sure, there's a definite value or range for minimum storage required on Android; but as a rule, I tend to have at least 1GB of storage free on my device, which should be good enough for the phone to keep running smooth without any issues.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Minimum storage is decided by android on your device.
Example i have Xperia ZL 16GB model
I get 12 GB to use.
And i get system storage low notification when i have less than 500MB free.
In older devices android would use pre determined part of storage for user app and data and remaining for user files (i.e. Videos music stuff).
That predetermined storage would be labelled as data partition and that was system storage.
Now in new devices we dont have different partition for app n user files
And minimum space is used for cache and different files generated by system and apps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: From my experience from multiple phones and tablets .currently android requires nearly 6-700 MB free in internal to work properly .Thats the absolute minimum when it starts to lag and act funny .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: For smooth functionality an android device need ***150 to 200 MB*** free space in its internal memory so that its aap function can run smoothly .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Having worked for a major phone carrier in tech support for the last 3 years I have noticed that a lot of the common procedures for androids typically recommend to have at least 150 MB of storage available to run efficiently with your basic preinstalled apps.
But I have gathered that the more apps you download on your phone, the more notifications and updates are constantly being pushed to your phone in the background which will slow it down quite a bit the lower the available amount of space gets.
Typically disabling automatic push updates, notifications and turning the data off in the background will help to keep your battery life longer and your phone running smoothly as long as you remember to keep going in and manually updating your apps.
If you use multiple social media apps and streaming video apps take lots of photos and videos, text and call a lot as I personally do, while continuing to keep updates and notifications on, I would personally recommend having at least 500 MB to 1 GB free. And make sure to have photos and videos synced up to a cloud service like google photos or dropbox so you can free up space on your phone quickly.
Some people use SD cards which can help, but I have noticed SD cards can be easily corrupted and if not purchased in the right speed class or storage size can actually slow your phone down.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: I would say atleast a GB of free space. Many internet related apps like Facebook, instagram, twitter etc have lots of pictures and videos which are written on to the flash memory of the device and many of them keep running on the background even when you close the app. Not to mention android itself writes to the flash memory sometimes if needed. So when there are no free spaces left you will most likely face slow downs. And it is recommended to to keep 10% free space on any flash based memory to help extend its life.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: Having worked on various types of computer for 38 years, I can tell you that Windows and Mac computers, of both desktop and laptop, have a minimum of 10% free space rule. As a precaution I use that same principle on other devices. This is because of 'operating capital' - it needs space to store temporary files as you use apps, it needs space to download updates to and space to store the uncompressed update files prior to installing them (it should delete the compressed and uncompressed update files automatically after install). Also, the updated OS or App may be slightly bigger than the previous version.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 940 | 4,180 | <issue_start>username_0: Since Android 4.2 there should be support vor Miracast. Also the Samsung Galaxy S2 Plus has Wifi Direct. But I can't find any option.
Does Samsung Galasy S2 Plus supports Miracast? If yes, where can I find the option in the menu?<issue_comment>username_1: I am not sure, there's a definite value or range for minimum storage required on Android; but as a rule, I tend to have at least 1GB of storage free on my device, which should be good enough for the phone to keep running smooth without any issues.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Minimum storage is decided by android on your device.
Example i have Xperia ZL 16GB model
I get 12 GB to use.
And i get system storage low notification when i have less than 500MB free.
In older devices android would use pre determined part of storage for user app and data and remaining for user files (i.e. Videos music stuff).
That predetermined storage would be labelled as data partition and that was system storage.
Now in new devices we dont have different partition for app n user files
And minimum space is used for cache and different files generated by system and apps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: From my experience from multiple phones and tablets .currently android requires nearly 6-700 MB free in internal to work properly .Thats the absolute minimum when it starts to lag and act funny .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: For smooth functionality an android device need ***150 to 200 MB*** free space in its internal memory so that its aap function can run smoothly .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Having worked for a major phone carrier in tech support for the last 3 years I have noticed that a lot of the common procedures for androids typically recommend to have at least 150 MB of storage available to run efficiently with your basic preinstalled apps.
But I have gathered that the more apps you download on your phone, the more notifications and updates are constantly being pushed to your phone in the background which will slow it down quite a bit the lower the available amount of space gets.
Typically disabling automatic push updates, notifications and turning the data off in the background will help to keep your battery life longer and your phone running smoothly as long as you remember to keep going in and manually updating your apps.
If you use multiple social media apps and streaming video apps take lots of photos and videos, text and call a lot as I personally do, while continuing to keep updates and notifications on, I would personally recommend having at least 500 MB to 1 GB free. And make sure to have photos and videos synced up to a cloud service like google photos or dropbox so you can free up space on your phone quickly.
Some people use SD cards which can help, but I have noticed SD cards can be easily corrupted and if not purchased in the right speed class or storage size can actually slow your phone down.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: I would say atleast a GB of free space. Many internet related apps like Facebook, instagram, twitter etc have lots of pictures and videos which are written on to the flash memory of the device and many of them keep running on the background even when you close the app. Not to mention android itself writes to the flash memory sometimes if needed. So when there are no free spaces left you will most likely face slow downs. And it is recommended to to keep 10% free space on any flash based memory to help extend its life.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: Having worked on various types of computer for 38 years, I can tell you that Windows and Mac computers, of both desktop and laptop, have a minimum of 10% free space rule. As a precaution I use that same principle on other devices. This is because of 'operating capital' - it needs space to store temporary files as you use apps, it needs space to download updates to and space to store the uncompressed update files prior to installing them (it should delete the compressed and uncompressed update files automatically after install). Also, the updated OS or App may be slightly bigger than the previous version.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/02 | 906 | 4,067 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently switched from a iPhone to an LG G2 and now my phone won't receive texts. But it is sending them just fine.<issue_comment>username_1: I am not sure, there's a definite value or range for minimum storage required on Android; but as a rule, I tend to have at least 1GB of storage free on my device, which should be good enough for the phone to keep running smooth without any issues.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Minimum storage is decided by android on your device.
Example i have Xperia ZL 16GB model
I get 12 GB to use.
And i get system storage low notification when i have less than 500MB free.
In older devices android would use pre determined part of storage for user app and data and remaining for user files (i.e. Videos music stuff).
That predetermined storage would be labelled as data partition and that was system storage.
Now in new devices we dont have different partition for app n user files
And minimum space is used for cache and different files generated by system and apps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: From my experience from multiple phones and tablets .currently android requires nearly 6-700 MB free in internal to work properly .Thats the absolute minimum when it starts to lag and act funny .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: For smooth functionality an android device need ***150 to 200 MB*** free space in its internal memory so that its aap function can run smoothly .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Having worked for a major phone carrier in tech support for the last 3 years I have noticed that a lot of the common procedures for androids typically recommend to have at least 150 MB of storage available to run efficiently with your basic preinstalled apps.
But I have gathered that the more apps you download on your phone, the more notifications and updates are constantly being pushed to your phone in the background which will slow it down quite a bit the lower the available amount of space gets.
Typically disabling automatic push updates, notifications and turning the data off in the background will help to keep your battery life longer and your phone running smoothly as long as you remember to keep going in and manually updating your apps.
If you use multiple social media apps and streaming video apps take lots of photos and videos, text and call a lot as I personally do, while continuing to keep updates and notifications on, I would personally recommend having at least 500 MB to 1 GB free. And make sure to have photos and videos synced up to a cloud service like google photos or dropbox so you can free up space on your phone quickly.
Some people use SD cards which can help, but I have noticed SD cards can be easily corrupted and if not purchased in the right speed class or storage size can actually slow your phone down.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: I would say atleast a GB of free space. Many internet related apps like Facebook, instagram, twitter etc have lots of pictures and videos which are written on to the flash memory of the device and many of them keep running on the background even when you close the app. Not to mention android itself writes to the flash memory sometimes if needed. So when there are no free spaces left you will most likely face slow downs. And it is recommended to to keep 10% free space on any flash based memory to help extend its life.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: Having worked on various types of computer for 38 years, I can tell you that Windows and Mac computers, of both desktop and laptop, have a minimum of 10% free space rule. As a precaution I use that same principle on other devices. This is because of 'operating capital' - it needs space to store temporary files as you use apps, it needs space to download updates to and space to store the uncompressed update files prior to installing them (it should delete the compressed and uncompressed update files automatically after install). Also, the updated OS or App may be slightly bigger than the previous version.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/03 | 1,070 | 4,634 | <issue_start>username_0: So I just installed CM12 for my Sprint Galaxy S4 using TWRP 2.6.3.0, after doing the format of the internal SD and factory reset (guessing the factory reset after format is probably not needed). I installed the cm-12-20150302-NIGHTLY-jfltespr and gapps-L-2-25-15. It loads the splash screen for CM, upgrades all the apps, and then once it comes up for me to start configuring CM I get tons of pop ups stating all the gapps have unfortunately crashed. Any idea what I've done wrong and how to fix it? Unfortunately, I think I deleted the backup I took when I did the format. I'm looking for an old backup I think I saved to my gdrive, but hopefully there is a simple fix to my dilemma?<issue_comment>username_1: I am not sure, there's a definite value or range for minimum storage required on Android; but as a rule, I tend to have at least 1GB of storage free on my device, which should be good enough for the phone to keep running smooth without any issues.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Minimum storage is decided by android on your device.
Example i have Xperia ZL 16GB model
I get 12 GB to use.
And i get system storage low notification when i have less than 500MB free.
In older devices android would use pre determined part of storage for user app and data and remaining for user files (i.e. Videos music stuff).
That predetermined storage would be labelled as data partition and that was system storage.
Now in new devices we dont have different partition for app n user files
And minimum space is used for cache and different files generated by system and apps.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: From my experience from multiple phones and tablets .currently android requires nearly 6-700 MB free in internal to work properly .Thats the absolute minimum when it starts to lag and act funny .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: For smooth functionality an android device need ***150 to 200 MB*** free space in its internal memory so that its aap function can run smoothly .
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Having worked for a major phone carrier in tech support for the last 3 years I have noticed that a lot of the common procedures for androids typically recommend to have at least 150 MB of storage available to run efficiently with your basic preinstalled apps.
But I have gathered that the more apps you download on your phone, the more notifications and updates are constantly being pushed to your phone in the background which will slow it down quite a bit the lower the available amount of space gets.
Typically disabling automatic push updates, notifications and turning the data off in the background will help to keep your battery life longer and your phone running smoothly as long as you remember to keep going in and manually updating your apps.
If you use multiple social media apps and streaming video apps take lots of photos and videos, text and call a lot as I personally do, while continuing to keep updates and notifications on, I would personally recommend having at least 500 MB to 1 GB free. And make sure to have photos and videos synced up to a cloud service like google photos or dropbox so you can free up space on your phone quickly.
Some people use SD cards which can help, but I have noticed SD cards can be easily corrupted and if not purchased in the right speed class or storage size can actually slow your phone down.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_6: I would say atleast a GB of free space. Many internet related apps like Facebook, instagram, twitter etc have lots of pictures and videos which are written on to the flash memory of the device and many of them keep running on the background even when you close the app. Not to mention android itself writes to the flash memory sometimes if needed. So when there are no free spaces left you will most likely face slow downs. And it is recommended to to keep 10% free space on any flash based memory to help extend its life.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: Having worked on various types of computer for 38 years, I can tell you that Windows and Mac computers, of both desktop and laptop, have a minimum of 10% free space rule. As a precaution I use that same principle on other devices. This is because of 'operating capital' - it needs space to store temporary files as you use apps, it needs space to download updates to and space to store the uncompressed update files prior to installing them (it should delete the compressed and uncompressed update files automatically after install). Also, the updated OS or App may be slightly bigger than the previous version.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/03 | 296 | 1,329 | <issue_start>username_0: Does anything stop an application with Photos/Media/Files and Other ("full network access" and "run at startup") permissions from simply uploading ALL of your photos and videos to some stupid server they control?
Is it access to store and read their own photos/files, or total access to everything on the phone? Does it matter if it's on an SD card or internal storage?<issue_comment>username_1: If an app has access to your data *and* the Internet, there's actually nothing to keep it from doing such things indeed. But if it did, it probably won't go unnoticed (as it would use bandwidth for that, someone surely would have noticed). Which is one reason one should prefer apps already used by many people, and from a trustworthy source.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: If your device is Android version 4.3 and 4.4 or above, Google introduced AppOps application permission manager functionality,You can control the way an app can access specific permissions like Internet,File read or write,Read gps locations,etc.
Just goto Setting>Security and enable App permission.So each and everytime an application tries to access anything specified in its permission.And notification will be shown asking you to confirm access or jz deny it.
Hope it answered the question.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/03 | 365 | 1,415 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way to disable data roaming notifications?
I get them every few minutes when I'm working abroad. And it happens on every acceptable roaming setting (off/national), international roaming setting is no option.
Also, long press > App info (Phone app) > uncheck 'Show notifications' doesn't solve anything.
Android: 4.4.4 & 5.0
Phones: Sony Xperia Z1 compact and Z3 compact (but was also a problem on my previous phone on Android 4.1)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/A312V.png)
Screenshot with notification (click image for larger variant)
Edit: This issue has solved itself as there's no extra charge anymore roaming within the EU.<issue_comment>username_1: This was a big annoying factor for me and I eventually solved it, but it requires Xposed (which needs root).
If you have root and Xposed, you can install XphonePlus to disable the data warning and modify the phone's notifications for calls, mobile data and many more.
Not sure if there is an alternative without rooting.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Temporary solution:
1. Change APN to anything out of thin air.
2. Set phone to use it.
3. Enable all data and roaming; national and international.
This solved my problem with annoying notifications. Don't forget to revert to normal APN after returning to original country.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/03 | 262 | 1,009 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a screenshot of my university timetable I want to be able to easily access on my Android phone. How can I create a link to this on my homescreen?<issue_comment>username_1: You can try this widget : [Photo Widget](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.style_7.photo_widget_7), which allows you to put images on your home screen. Or the application [Evernote](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.evernote.widget&hl=fr) but it is a bit heavy for what you need however this app is very useful.
Hope this will help
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Many devices (or their pre-installed launchers) already ship with a widget called "image frame" or similar, which is what I'd check first: Open your app drawer, and check for available widgets which have a name like that – then add it to your homwscreen (when found). It should ask you for an image to put into the "frame", and you should be able to select your time table.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/03 | 263 | 981 | <issue_start>username_0: I need to do a factory reset of my phone. I have the Alcatel one touch fierce 2
How and where do I back up my apps and data.<issue_comment>username_1: You can try this widget : [Photo Widget](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.style_7.photo_widget_7), which allows you to put images on your home screen. Or the application [Evernote](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.evernote.widget&hl=fr) but it is a bit heavy for what you need however this app is very useful.
Hope this will help
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Many devices (or their pre-installed launchers) already ship with a widget called "image frame" or similar, which is what I'd check first: Open your app drawer, and check for available widgets which have a name like that – then add it to your homwscreen (when found). It should ask you for an image to put into the "frame", and you should be able to select your time table.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/03 | 377 | 1,569 | <issue_start>username_0: I accidentally swapped accounts(to Account2) on the play store and now I cannot switch back to the original account(Account1) without accepting the ToS for Account2. Is there any way to switch back to Account1 or is Google forcing me to accept the play store ToS for Account2 in order to get back to Account1?<issue_comment>username_1: No, unless you either accept the ToS, or remove the account, you're unable to access the Play Store's interface therefore not allowing you to switch accounts.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Having recently run into the same issue, I found another solution:
Assuming "Account1" is the first Google account on the device, you should also be able to switch back to it by uninstalling updates to the Play Store app.
Updates can be uninstalled using the Settings app by navigating to Apps > Google Play Store, tapping the overflow menu, and selecting Uninstall updates.
At this point you'll be running an older version of the store, but it should take care of updating itself in the background. If it seems to be taking a while, you may be able to hasten the update by opening the Play Store's in-app Settings menu and tapping on Build version at the bottom.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Another solution I found was to go into application manager and clear data. Reverted back to original account.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: The best option would be:
>
> Force stop the application
> Clear the data
> Clear the cache
>
>
>
It worked for me and hope will for you.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/03 | 487 | 2,023 | <issue_start>username_0: I was thinking of using Linux Deploy to install Ubuntu in Nexus 9 (2014) Device. I Would be using the VNC viewer by "realvncunlimited" and Linux deploy by "meefik". My question is, how secure will the connection be between the VNC viewer and the Linux os on the device? Is there encryption or SSH, and will this get sniffed on wireless if there are none of those securities (Is the VNC even traveling outwards to a router or in the device the whole time?). I understand that a normal VNC connection will go from the device to the router (or whatever else in use) to the computer, but this connection may remain in the device. Please help, I will accept any answer pertaining to the topic of VNC security, although a definite answer will help my project very much.<issue_comment>username_1: No, unless you either accept the ToS, or remove the account, you're unable to access the Play Store's interface therefore not allowing you to switch accounts.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Having recently run into the same issue, I found another solution:
Assuming "Account1" is the first Google account on the device, you should also be able to switch back to it by uninstalling updates to the Play Store app.
Updates can be uninstalled using the Settings app by navigating to Apps > Google Play Store, tapping the overflow menu, and selecting Uninstall updates.
At this point you'll be running an older version of the store, but it should take care of updating itself in the background. If it seems to be taking a while, you may be able to hasten the update by opening the Play Store's in-app Settings menu and tapping on Build version at the bottom.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Another solution I found was to go into application manager and clear data. Reverted back to original account.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: The best option would be:
>
> Force stop the application
> Clear the data
> Clear the cache
>
>
>
It worked for me and hope will for you.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/04 | 337 | 1,133 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I report a bug or actually an error in the calculator that comes with Android? The version of Android on my Tab4 is 4.4.2 and 4.1.2 on my Samsung phone. It is the modulus function -- '%'. For example on paper if you divide 24 by 7 you get a remainder of 3, which is the correct modulus. The Android calculator puts a 'x' after the '%' and in front of the number you are trying to mod by. You end up with a 1.68. The only way this could be correct is if the creators of the calculator had something else in mind for the modulus symbol, which probably shouldn't be done. Maybe use '%x' on the button would be more accurate.<issue_comment>username_1: <https://code.google.com/p/android/issues/list>
(you can report here and add it to the bug tracking list){{what you may need}}
MOST USER FRIENDLY
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.robotmedia.bugreporter>
(bug reporting app on google play)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: It is **not for modulo** , it is for percentage.
i.e. : if you consider 24 as 100% value and you want to find 7% of 24 then,
**(24\*7)/100=1.68**
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/04 | 321 | 1,271 | <issue_start>username_0: It used to work about a month ago.
Whenever I went to the mall, or this one coffee shop, and also at 7-11 outlets, I would get the notification "Sign in to wifi network", then I get redirected to their login page when trying to visit any webpage in my browser, I sign in, and I can connect after.
But I have been playing around with my android in the past month
* installed AFWall+ to allow only Opera Mini to connect on 3G
* installed ProxyDroid to view the traffic on one of my games (and to get infinite gold lol)
* added Charles Proxy certificate
* installed and uninstalled XPosed framework
* other stuff
And I just recently realized, I never get the "Sign in to wifi network" notification anymore, and I just get a cannot connect error on the browser.
It seems my phone's ability to sign in to captive portals has been completely broken somewhere along the way. It used to work 100%, now NONE of the places work.
Is there any way I can fix it?<issue_comment>username_1: In afwall there should be a program listed as CaptivePortalLogin. Give that program permission to access internet.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: For my xperia phone, stamina mode was the culprit. Disable stamina mode and everything works fine.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/03/04 | 738 | 2,558 | <issue_start>username_0: I am having a file **msgstore.db.crypt8** that is actually backup file of whatsApp. I don't have a rooted phone so is it still possible to read this file ??
If yes then how can i do that ?
I tried to download some software that extract a key using phone but this process required rooted phone that i don't have.<issue_comment>username_1: >
> **PREREQUISITES:**
>
>
> 1. O/S: Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8
> 2. Java - If not installed: [Download Java](https://www.java.com/en/download/)
> 3. ADB (Android Debug Bridge) Drivers - If not installed: [ADB Installer](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979)
> 4. USB Debugging\* must be enabled on the target device. Settings -> Developer Options -> (Debugging) USB debugging Android device with Android 4.0 or higher
>
>
> \*= If you cannot find Developer Options then please go to: Settings -> About phone/device and tap the Build number multiple times until you're finally declared a developer.
>
>
> **INSTRUCTIONS:**
>
>
> 1. Extract "WhatsAppKeyExtract.zip" on your computer maintaining the directory structure.
> 2. Browse to the extracted folder and click on "WhatsAppKeyExtract.bat". Connect your device via USB\*\*, unlock your screen and wait for "Full backup" to appear.
> 3. Leave the password field blank and tap on "Back up my data".
> 4. The "extracted" folder will now contain your "whatsapp.key", "msgstore.db" and "wa.db".
>
>
> \*\* = If you have never used USB Debugging before, you may also need to verify the fingerprint.
>
>
>
Source: [[Tool] WhatsApp Key/DB Extractor | OFFICIAL | CRYPT8 | NON-ROOT | UPDATED APRIL 2015](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2770982)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: simple way to read whatsapp crypt8 database messages..
Requirments:-
1. Android mobile
2. Mobile access of that database which you want to read messages.
3. En or gb whatsapp.
Now you have whole database folder of that mobile you want to read messages.
Install enwhatsapp .
Go to enwhatsapp folder and copy all database files in enwhatsapp database folder.
Now open enwhatsapp and verify that no which is copied in database folder.
Now all messages are restored.
Go to setting< data usage
And restrict background data pf enwhatsapp.
Now you can read all messages.
To keep messages open in enwhatsapp do to connect your mobile wifi and mobile data to enwhatsapp.
After you verify his no in your mobile .... verify in that mobile also .... so that he cant know that you did this ...
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/04 | 759 | 2,945 | <issue_start>username_0: I mean like it is when user opens an image file a pane opens where user can select app for given type. But when I'm clicking on \*.sh file the first option that shows up is to open as text/audio/video/image and when I'm choosing to open it as text there is no terminal app in the list. I've installed Xposed framework but this app only allows to remove some of the apps from the list but I cannot find an option to add a terminal to \*.sh file as allowed app.
What I mean is it to be like on desktop operating systems where a console shows up and prints and executes all the commands in file.
Now what I do is:
1. open \*.sh file in text editor.
2. select all the code
3. copy to clipboard
4. open terminal app
5. paste code into terminal
6. don't forget to press enter to execute last line of the text that was pasted<issue_comment>username_1: [Matthew Read](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/101496/is-there-a-way-to-run-sh-file-by-just-touching-it-in-a-file-manager#comment124761_101496) is right in the comments, but you can still have a workaround for the goal.
[Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) offers a "Task Shortcut" feature that can be used to place shortcuts on home screen. You can use this feature to place task shortcuts for your scripts on home screen, if not in file manager. Many Launcher app nowadays allow folder creation on home screen so you can place and pack as many shortcuts as you like.
Instructions
------------
1. To add a Task shortcut, go into Widget selection in your default launcher and choose **Task Shortcut**.
2. Enter a name which would be the name of the shortcut → `+` → **Code → Run Shell**.
3. Enter the details as per your needs. You may either paste the code into *Command* field, or type `sh` where should be your script's location.
**Use Root** if necessary. Save the errors or results into variables (can write into files too) because unlike desktop OS, nothing like launch of terminal window, printing of standard output ,and then auto closing of that window is going to happen here.
4. Save the task (pressing back key once saves things in **Tasker**).
5. Choose an icon and come back to home screen.
6. Tap the shortcut and it would now execute. Place as many shortcuts as you want. Also, you can execute those shortcuts as long as Tasker's service is running in background, which it would be unless you disable it manually or system force-closes it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Use [Root Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer). It shows a dialog when you tap a shell file, asking you to choose an option from three: **Execute**, **View** and **Cancel**. That's what you want.
There's also a free (without root capabilities) [version](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.explorer).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/04 | 726 | 2,794 | <issue_start>username_0: I have my Google Voice account setup through the Hangouts app for Android, on my un-rooted Galaxy S5 (with the Lollipop OTA).
When I have the application open on my device, and I receive an SMS to my GV number, it appears on screen.
If I don't have the application open, the phone still receives the message, but it does not give me a notification. I know background data is turned on, and it has received the message, because I can turn on airplane mode, then open the app, and see the message is there unread.
*SMS* messages sent to my carrier number as well as *Actual* Hangouts messages notify correctly whether the app is open on-screen or not.
Has anyone ever seen this before?<issue_comment>username_1: [Matthew Read](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/101496/is-there-a-way-to-run-sh-file-by-just-touching-it-in-a-file-manager#comment124761_101496) is right in the comments, but you can still have a workaround for the goal.
[Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) offers a "Task Shortcut" feature that can be used to place shortcuts on home screen. You can use this feature to place task shortcuts for your scripts on home screen, if not in file manager. Many Launcher app nowadays allow folder creation on home screen so you can place and pack as many shortcuts as you like.
Instructions
------------
1. To add a Task shortcut, go into Widget selection in your default launcher and choose **Task Shortcut**.
2. Enter a name which would be the name of the shortcut → `+` → **Code → Run Shell**.
3. Enter the details as per your needs. You may either paste the code into *Command* field, or type `sh` where should be your script's location.
**Use Root** if necessary. Save the errors or results into variables (can write into files too) because unlike desktop OS, nothing like launch of terminal window, printing of standard output ,and then auto closing of that window is going to happen here.
4. Save the task (pressing back key once saves things in **Tasker**).
5. Choose an icon and come back to home screen.
6. Tap the shortcut and it would now execute. Place as many shortcuts as you want. Also, you can execute those shortcuts as long as Tasker's service is running in background, which it would be unless you disable it manually or system force-closes it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Use [Root Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer). It shows a dialog when you tap a shell file, asking you to choose an option from three: **Execute**, **View** and **Cancel**. That's what you want.
There's also a free (without root capabilities) [version](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.explorer).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/04 | 410 | 1,512 | <issue_start>username_0: Is anyone aware of a way to relay SMS messages back and forth to a PC/laptop? As in, so you could deal with texting on the computer and leave the phone sitting around wherever on the same LAN. Any target OS is fine.
I've searched myself for this but it turns out "SMS relay" refers to something slightly different.<issue_comment>username_1: Look at mighty text. It let's you open a website on your computer and send/receive texts.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Android has no such native feature – but there are plenty of apps dealing with exactly this, see my collection to [Send SMS remotely](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/remotedroid_controldroid#group_670). The most famous candidates from that list are probably [Pushbullet](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pushbullet.android) and [MightyText](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.texty.sms).
If you want more, there are even apps to (almost) completely remote-control your Droid, see [Manage your Android Device from your Computer](http://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/various_remotemanagement). From this category, [Airdroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid) is one of the favorites.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Google voice provides this capability along with many other useful features.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I use MySMS <http://www.mysms.com/>. It works very well.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/04 | 743 | 2,983 | <issue_start>username_0: Are there any GPS devices that can be tracked in real-time WITHOUT the use of a SIM card ?
Or is there any possibility to track a GPS device which has lost the network signal ?
Assuming they can both send and receive sms and mine has internet connection ?
Something like every minute it checks, not need for a real time hard track but as good to know where to find her if she gets attacked.
I want to develop an app for it<issue_comment>username_1: Your questions are a bit confused so I'll address what I think you're asking:
Many apps already exist that can "track" devices, even without a cell network. Airdroid and Lookout both come to mind but you can also do a search for any security apps that use a "find my phone" theft component.
True SMS (not over wifi) generally requires a SIM card. From [wikipedia](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Short_Message_Service): "Though most SMS messages are mobile-to-mobile text messages, support for the service has expanded to include other mobile technologies, such as ANSI CDMA networks and Digital AMPS, as well as satellite and landline networks."
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: That's a little confusing: No SIM = no SMS. No network = no connection = no communication. GPS is only a *receiver*, it does not send. That leaves binoculars as only tracking method then – which, besides, even works with devices not featuring GPS. As long as visual contact is possible, at least ;)
Apart from that, I guess we've got an [XY problem](https://meta.stackoverflow.com/q/66377/192154) here: "good to know where to find her if she gets attacked" › How do you know she's attacked? GPS alone won't tell you.
Maybe you're rather after [Personal Protection solutions](https://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/security_person). There are some featuring an "emergency button" – and others with a "dead man's switch": the former sends out an alert when pushed, the latter sends one if *not* pushed within a given interval. If such an app is good, it figures what means of communication is available – and can broadcast an distress signal by all of them: Sending out SMS and mails including the coordinates (GPS or network based, whatever is available), posting on Twitter/Facebook, and even initiating calls to 911 (or whatever number you tell it to use).
One such app would be [Watch Over Me](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.secqme.client.andrioid), including most of those features: Track-Me function, Dead-Man-Switch; Real-Time recording; Email/Facebook, and more (on subscription even more again). For alternatives, simply follow the link to my list :)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: In order to be able to track the device, it must have one or more of the following
1. Mobile network (and SIM card if it is GSM or LTE capable CDMA). GPRS or better for internet tracking. Must be SMS capable for SMS tracking.
2. Wi-Fi
3. Ethernet (yes, android supports this)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/04 | 701 | 2,766 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to create 2 widgets to turn Tasker on and off (Enable and Disable tasker).
If it helps, I have Secure Settings and Zooper Widget. My phone is also rooted.
Any help would be much appreciated.<issue_comment>username_1: Your questions are a bit confused so I'll address what I think you're asking:
Many apps already exist that can "track" devices, even without a cell network. Airdroid and Lookout both come to mind but you can also do a search for any security apps that use a "find my phone" theft component.
True SMS (not over wifi) generally requires a SIM card. From [wikipedia](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Short_Message_Service): "Though most SMS messages are mobile-to-mobile text messages, support for the service has expanded to include other mobile technologies, such as ANSI CDMA networks and Digital AMPS, as well as satellite and landline networks."
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: That's a little confusing: No SIM = no SMS. No network = no connection = no communication. GPS is only a *receiver*, it does not send. That leaves binoculars as only tracking method then – which, besides, even works with devices not featuring GPS. As long as visual contact is possible, at least ;)
Apart from that, I guess we've got an [XY problem](https://meta.stackoverflow.com/q/66377/192154) here: "good to know where to find her if she gets attacked" › How do you know she's attacked? GPS alone won't tell you.
Maybe you're rather after [Personal Protection solutions](https://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/security_person). There are some featuring an "emergency button" – and others with a "dead man's switch": the former sends out an alert when pushed, the latter sends one if *not* pushed within a given interval. If such an app is good, it figures what means of communication is available – and can broadcast an distress signal by all of them: Sending out SMS and mails including the coordinates (GPS or network based, whatever is available), posting on Twitter/Facebook, and even initiating calls to 911 (or whatever number you tell it to use).
One such app would be [Watch Over Me](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.secqme.client.andrioid), including most of those features: Track-Me function, Dead-Man-Switch; Real-Time recording; Email/Facebook, and more (on subscription even more again). For alternatives, simply follow the link to my list :)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: In order to be able to track the device, it must have one or more of the following
1. Mobile network (and SIM card if it is GSM or LTE capable CDMA). GPRS or better for internet tracking. Must be SMS capable for SMS tracking.
2. Wi-Fi
3. Ethernet (yes, android supports this)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/04 | 257 | 1,079 | <issue_start>username_0: I think there was option in some app, dont remember what it was. But you could take picture to call it.
I want to simply take picture of a number and call the number. Photo need not to be saved.
It'd be huge benefit to me.
I think it should be possible i'm not talking about hand written numbers, i'm talking about numbers on screen or billboard etc.<issue_comment>username_1: Use a QR code. Scan the QR code with your camera, and make sure that a phone number is set as the content within the code. You should then get an option to open the number (as usual) with your preferred dialer.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Google Goggles will do what you are asking. It does an analysis of any taken picture (without saving it to your phone). The results of the analysis will depend upon your picture (for example, if you take a picture of a famous painting it will tell you what the painting is).
In your case if you take a picture of a phone number, it will highlight the number in the picture allowing you to select and dial it.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/05 | 788 | 3,161 | <issue_start>username_0: My phones internal memory is only 2GB. I only have very few apps like facebook, viber, etc.
When I bought my phone I installed a lot of apps and games but did not have any problems with the internal memory. All of my apps, photos, musicc etc are saved in the SD card. How come I now have a very low memory left internally when I have a lot less apps and games compared to before?<issue_comment>username_1: Sounds like a cleanup job ?? The internal storage is also called sdcard. Cleanup first, cache included. Then make sure that most or all apps are moved/installed to external SD.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: First off, be careful in what you mean by "memory" here. You've got RAM that's used by running and cached but inactive apps, and you've got internal storage. I'll assume you're talking about internal storage here.
Apps don't necessarily get stored to the SD card (or "external storage" under KitKat). Some apps **cannot** be stored there. **All** apps keep a portion of themselves in internal storage. Apps also store data, including their own caches, in internal storage. Then there are the ad add-ons that may be consuming more space than in the past.
Start first by clearing app caches. Since you're running low on internal storage, I suggest doing this by hand. You may also find some apps you didn't realize you had. As you go through each one, also see if you can move any of them to the SD card. Don't go crazy over this, because some of them won't be worth the time, but it could help.
If all else fails, it might be time for a factory reset and reload of everything.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Here is a rundown of steps that can help remedy your problem:
1. Open up downloads from app drawer, delete all incomplete downloads.
2. Use a file browser and move all music, movies, videos, photos, and documents to ext SD card.
3. Open up *settings/app manager/all*, scroll to `Media Storage`. Force stop first, then clear data.°
4. Use a cleaning app such as *CCLEANER* OR *CM SECURITY*; to remove old, useless left over data.
5. Perform a factory reset, backup essential data first.
6. Go into recovery wipe *cache* and *dalvik-cache*, reboot.
7. Install custom recovery and custom ROM for your device.
`° This will not erase any existing files, this will force the system to rescan your device. Any entries for non-existing (left over) files will be removed`
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Various crash logs tend to clog up internal memory on older devices. You can try clearing them out by doing the following:
1. In Dialer app dial the following: **\*#9900#** Note that this may not work on all devices (specifically on tablets, since they don't have a dialer to begin with.) Some devices require you to tap the "call" button, while on others the code should start running the moment you hit the last "#" sign.
2. This will open up the SysDump utility as shown here:
3. Tap the "Delete dumpstate/logcat" button, and exit out of the app.
This should hopefully free up some internal storage space.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/05 | 909 | 3,607 | <issue_start>username_0: Using A1 SD, I can see that my HTC One (M7)'s 'internal SD card' (ie, the embedded storage) is incredibly slow compared to other benchmarks listed by anonymous users for the same phone. I'm only getting 6.68MB/s read, and 2.76MB/s write. However, others are getting 50MB/s read and 33MB/s write (for the same HTC One M7 and the same storage location)
Any idea why my phone might be performing so slowly? And how might I improve its speeds?
Its important to note that I've run this diagnosis because for months I've put up with slow speeds and only now getting around to doing something about it. Quite often when saving a photo or a video it will hang for many minutes. I typically find that performance is worse when the card is nearing on full, but now even clearing out storage doesn't seem to give back much performance.<issue_comment>username_1: Sounds like a cleanup job ?? The internal storage is also called sdcard. Cleanup first, cache included. Then make sure that most or all apps are moved/installed to external SD.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: First off, be careful in what you mean by "memory" here. You've got RAM that's used by running and cached but inactive apps, and you've got internal storage. I'll assume you're talking about internal storage here.
Apps don't necessarily get stored to the SD card (or "external storage" under KitKat). Some apps **cannot** be stored there. **All** apps keep a portion of themselves in internal storage. Apps also store data, including their own caches, in internal storage. Then there are the ad add-ons that may be consuming more space than in the past.
Start first by clearing app caches. Since you're running low on internal storage, I suggest doing this by hand. You may also find some apps you didn't realize you had. As you go through each one, also see if you can move any of them to the SD card. Don't go crazy over this, because some of them won't be worth the time, but it could help.
If all else fails, it might be time for a factory reset and reload of everything.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Here is a rundown of steps that can help remedy your problem:
1. Open up downloads from app drawer, delete all incomplete downloads.
2. Use a file browser and move all music, movies, videos, photos, and documents to ext SD card.
3. Open up *settings/app manager/all*, scroll to `Media Storage`. Force stop first, then clear data.°
4. Use a cleaning app such as *CCLEANER* OR *CM SECURITY*; to remove old, useless left over data.
5. Perform a factory reset, backup essential data first.
6. Go into recovery wipe *cache* and *dalvik-cache*, reboot.
7. Install custom recovery and custom ROM for your device.
`° This will not erase any existing files, this will force the system to rescan your device. Any entries for non-existing (left over) files will be removed`
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Various crash logs tend to clog up internal memory on older devices. You can try clearing them out by doing the following:
1. In Dialer app dial the following: **\*#9900#** Note that this may not work on all devices (specifically on tablets, since they don't have a dialer to begin with.) Some devices require you to tap the "call" button, while on others the code should start running the moment you hit the last "#" sign.
2. This will open up the SysDump utility as shown here:
3. Tap the "Delete dumpstate/logcat" button, and exit out of the app.
This should hopefully free up some internal storage space.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/06 | 365 | 1,406 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to take a photo and use the stored GPS coordinates and the orientation of the phone to do some calculations. How can I access that information?
Alternatively if there is an API to do that I could make my own app.<issue_comment>username_1: Of course! You can use [Metadata viewer](http://download.cnet.com/EXIF-Viewer/3000-2193_4-75912951.html) to see the GPS coordinates and other information of your photos.
Android has Handful of APIs for anything you want. If you a developer you can make use of that.
Here is all you need.
* [Tutorial to get yaw, pitch, roll in android.](http://developer.xamarin.com/recipes/android/os_device_resources/accelerometer/get_accelerometer_readings/)
* [Simple Camera API tutorial](http://www.javatpoint.com/android-camera-tutorial)
* [Google documentation about accelerometer api](http://developer.android.com/guide/topics/sensors/sensors_motion.html)
:)
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: This is one of those problems that I believe requires a documented standard: the same reason every platform trivially accesses the GPS location of a photo is because of EXIF and it's standardized tags.
EXIF is not user-extensible, and side car files are too namespace-y (proprietary).
Unless I'm wrong about there not being a standard place for Euler angles or even the quaternion that establishes device attitude.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/06 | 632 | 2,252 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm having a weird situation: I cannot add a custom ringtone to my LG G3.
I made an MP3 file with Audacity, I uploaded it using AirDroid and set it as default ringtone (like I used to do on my GT-I9300 with CyanogenMod) but it won't take it, when I receive a phone call the default LG ringt one is used.
But apparently everything is set up correctly, after setting the ringtone with AirDroid if I go on the phone settings I see the correct file seleced, not LG's one.
I tried playing the audio from there and it works.
To make sure it wasn't a problem with the mp3 file itself I tried:
1. cutting down the size of the file: from a *full song* (3M) I tried stripping it to something like 30s (1M)
2. changing format: the short file, saved as OGG instead of mp3
3. manually uploading in a different directory (instead of using AirDroid)
All tests have the same result: LG's ringtone!
What **works** is using one of the other default ringtones provided by vendor. If I choose one of the existing tones the setting is correctly honored.
I'm getting mad, I don't understand what I am doing wrong.
I'm now running the latest version available for my phone (V20h-EUR-XX). I had Android 4.4 for a week or two, and as far as I can remember (it wasn't my priority) this wasn't working with that version either.
I found a [popular AE question](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/88345/custom-ringtone-not-working-on-nexus-5-since-ota-lollipop) about ringtones and Lollipop, but sadly I cannot find the *Clear cached data* option on my LG.<issue_comment>username_1: U delete the internal memory Ringtones folder then create the small letter use ringtones folder copy the ur song paste the ringtones folder then select the song
Its work for moto g2
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Thanks to the useful suggestion of a [forum post](http://www.androidworld.it/forum/lg-g3-754/suoneria-personalizzata-155913/#post1527741) I managed to fix by
1. copy the ringtone in the `/Music~ folder (instead of`/Ringtones`)
2. start the bundled music player, play the song I want for ringtone, then in the menu select *Use as ringtone*
This way I could finally change the ringtone with a custom one!
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/03/06 | 544 | 2,140 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to install Xposed on my Nexus 5 running 5.0.1. I used [Wug's rootkit](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1766475) on Windows to root my device, but first of all it seems that I cannot root. I have gone through the whole process listed on the XDA page. And everything the root kit itself walks me through.
I don't see SuperUser installed after my device reboots; I have done a second test to see if I'm rooted by going into the terminal on my device and checking the symbol after the prompt is a '#' instead of a '$'. It's a '$' currently, which I'm told indicates that I'm not rooted.
It's worth noting I suppose that my device is encrypted, but I don't think this would affect anything since the encryption function encrypts only the /data folder and not the /system folder.
Does someone know if there is an issue with 5.0.1 or perhaps something else I need to be aware of? I'm not sure why this doesn't work.<issue_comment>username_1: Use chainfire's autoroot for root.
This requires adb.
<http://autoroot.chainfire.eu>
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Hopefully I don't get burned too badly for this, but I thought I would share this info for people who haven't rooted/unlocked their phones lately (or never have).
In order to root one must unlock first; this functionality is provided in Wug's rootkit as well as the rooting function.
I was trying to mod my phone as little as possible, and I was told by several people that I could root without unlocking first, but it appears that this can never be done (perhaps Wug's rootkit should make that a pop up notification that the user must read in case a scenario presents itself where a user tries doing what I did; this way they can take recourse). In short, I had heard long ago that rooting and/or unlocking could potentially permanently disable Google Wallet, (more deeply speaking, I believe it would disable the use of the NFC chip) and I use NFC for lots of things so I didn't want to risk it if I didn't have to.
I've restored now, and everything has been tested and is fully functional.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2015/03/07 | 506 | 2,089 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently bought 16 GB SD card to store music on my Samsung Galaxy S2. I transferred about 500 songs from my pc to this new SD card but when I open the default music player app on my Galaxy S2 I can see only 15-20 songs. Where are the rest of the songs? Same SD card works perfectly on my brothers Sony Xperia Z1. Can anyone please help me to figure out what is wrong with my Galaxy S2?<issue_comment>username_1: 1. Check if those songs are in a format which is supported by the music player you are using. If they are in Mp3, this is obvious. If not, check your app's compatibility.
2. Check if the SD card is recognized by your phone at all: open a file manager and see if you see it and can navigate through it
3. Check if your media player is looking in the SD card: go in your player's settings and check your library options. Note that music players offer filters (to avoid ringtones and such be included in your library): they go from name, to format, to length, to folder. Check all those filters. Then do a library rescan
4. Check for `.nomedia` files inside the main folder of your SD card or of your music archive: if such a file is included, your media player is told to skip that folder in order to avoid including ringtones and such, again
5. Check if your songs are properly tagged. Music players will organized your library with tags (informations about Artist, Album, Genre, Year, Track Number and Title) rather than location and filename.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: My best solution would be to open up the "MyFiles" Application (I believe the S2 has this) and transfer those songs to the default mp3 folder. If you experience issues with that I would recommend downloading and using a different music player application.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: This solution worked for me on Android 6 marshmallow:
1. Go to USB storage settings, unmount then mount SD card (no need to physically remove)
2. Go to app settings, clear cache and data for the music app
3. Open the app again. Bingo! It worked
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/07 | 459 | 1,325 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to root my samsung galaxy note2 n7100. I saw lots of tutorials on internet. But no tutorial give me a 100% guarantee. :( can anyone help me to root my mobile?<issue_comment>username_1: Google This exactly
>
> CF Autoroot Note 2 "n7100" [Insert Version Os Here, IE: 4.4.2]
>
>
>
Also Try
>
> Casual root "n7100" [Insert Version Os Here, IE: 4.4.2]
>
>
>
Match your OS version to the thread, and it should work.
Note
1. Back up stuff, like everything will be deleted.
2. Wipe the phone before starting it (Some software can interfere and mess it up.
To increate your od
Easiest way for Note 2, If you havent updated in a while,
As for specific thread and links - It will take some searching. I dont have one saved.
But once you find it its easy
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: i suggest you, use autoroot for this phone :
>
> [download for 4.4.2](http://download.chainfire.eu/264/CF-Root/CF-Auto-Root/CF-Auto-Root-t03g-t03gxx-gtn7100.zip)
>
>
>
add to odin, then flash !
and finally, install last version of **Super su**
or use this :
>
> [How do I root my Android device?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/1184/how-do-i-root-my-android-device)
>
>
>
there's not any guarantee for badmistake or other something, only you & your phone.!
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/07 | 1,356 | 4,895 | <issue_start>username_0: An extremely useful feature of Bash, known as [process substitution](http://tldp.org/LDP/abs/html/process-sub.html), is missing in the Android shell, [mksh](https://www.mirbsd.org/htman/i386/man1/mksh.htm). This is highly unfortunate as it prevent you from doing things like:
```
diff <(sort list1) <(sort list2)
```
The mksh site has marked this as a "future plan" [here](https://www.mirbsd.org/mksh.htm#plans). So my questions is:
**Are there any work-arounds for this?** (And what are they?)<issue_comment>username_1: Apparently the only (?) way to do this, is by using a *named pipe* like this:
```
mkfifo myp1 || exit
mkfifo myp2 || exit
sort list1 >myp1 &
sort list2 >myp2 &
diff myp1 myp2
rm -f myp1 myp2
```
This need to be put into a *mksh* shell function in order to be of any real command line use. Another tricky part seem to be that AOS has implemented some kind of timeout that kills or messes up the pipe, if not used within a few seconds. (Reason unknown.)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: You need a shell such as ksh, zsh, or bash for process substitution.
~~I assume the diff command @user1147688 is refering to is from busybox. Process substitution doesn't work with busybox apps.~~ Busybox diff handles named pipes differently than diffutils diff. After a little more testing, I found I was only able to use process substution with busybox diff after creating the /tmp directory with this supersu command:
```
su -mm -d -c 'mount -t tmpfs -o rw,uid=0,gid=0,mode=1777 /tmp /tmp'
```
This creates a temporary for all users to use. For some reason, busybox doesn't use the TMPDIR variable. Alternatively with zsh, you can can use busybox diff like this:
```
busybox diff =(sort ./a) =(sort ./b)
```
This is like `diff <(...) <(...)` but it uses temporary files instead of named pipes. Zsh will use whatever read-writable temporary directory you assign to TMPDIR. Using `TMPDIR=/sdcard` won't work here though since you can't change ownership or permissions on /sdcard files.
Diffutils diff works without any issues using any kind of process substitution.
Here's a function that implements something like diff with process substitution. You can use this with busybox diff and any modern sh-compatible shell that supports arrays, such as ksh, bash, zsh, or mksh. It will work assuming HOME is set to a read-writable location, such as /sdcard on Android.
```
# usage: diff2 COMMANDS1 -- COMMANDS2
diff2() {
local i=1 j k cmd1 cmd2 list1 list2
cmd1=()
cmd2=()
while (( i < $# )); do
eval j="\$$i"
if [[ $j = -- ]]; then
k=$i
break
else
cmd1+=("$j")
fi
let i++
done
shift $k
cmd2=("$@")
list1=$HOME/diff$RANDOM
list2=$HOME/diff$RANDOM
eval "${cmd1[@]}" > $list1 2>&1
eval "${cmd2[@]}" > $list2 2>&1
diff $list1 $list2
rm $list1 $list2
}
```
You can add pipes, `|`, to your COMMAND1 or COMMAND2 as long as you quote them or backslash them.
The way this works is by splitting up the input into two arrays with `--` as the separator for the commands. Some `eval` abuse helps separate the input and is needed to evaluate commands that use pipes.
The function could be further modified to include options for diff, either utilizing a third array or parsing with getopts / GNU getopt. A third array with another `--` separator would probably work best to avoid having to use GNU getopt for long options.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: We [just figured out how to do this](https://unix.stackexchange.com/a/273227/43720) for the Desktop Unix case. On Android, you’ll need a directory to place temporary FIFOs at (any will do, such as `/sqlite_stmt_journal` in Android 2.x and `/data/data` (if you have the rights to write there) in newer ones). You’ll also need `mktemp` and `mkfifo`. (`cat` is an mksh builtin these days, but on old Android you’ll need to add that or a newer mksh version; they all work down to at least Android 1.5)
```
function die {
print -ru2 -- "E: $*"
exit 1
}
function psubin {
local stdin=$(cat; echo .) pipe
pipe=$(mktemp /tmp/psub.XXXXXXXXXX) || die mktemp
# this is racy
rm -f "$pipe"
mkfifo "$pipe" || die mkfifo
(
# don’t block parent
exec <&- >&- 2>&-
# write content to FIFO
print -nr -- "${stdin%.}" >"$pipe"
# signal EOF to reader, ensure it’s not merged
sleep 0.1
:>"$pipe"
# clean up
(sleep 1; rm -f "$pipe") &
) &
print -nr -- "$pipe"
}
diff -u $(sort list1 | psubin) $(sort list2 | psubin)
```
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/08 | 161 | 693 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using Samsung Galaxy S5. I switched to using Google Hangouts for SMS. I cannot disable the default Samsung Messages' notification, so I get a duplicate of each notification from the messages.
I unchecked "Show notifications" under Application Manager and it doesn't seem to work.
How can I disable it?<issue_comment>username_1: Try to disable the default SMS app.
But be careful, you may face problems receiving and sending messages after that if you have a KitKat or Lollipop due to Google Android restrictions.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Did you try to change this option in your default SMS app? It's under settings on the main screen.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/08 | 997 | 3,659 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way to transfer apps like Facebook or WhatsApp that reside on phone memory to SD Card without rooting my phone?<issue_comment>username_1: Not all applications can be moved to external SD card without rooting, but there is a way to make most of the apps install on the SD card. If I was to do this, I'd prefer having a faster SD card, of maybe class 6 or 10.
This command using **Android Debug Bridge (ADB)** can do the trick.
`adb shell pm setInstallLocation 2`
If you are new to ADB shell, you can refer this guide for the same: [Click here](http://www.howtogeek.com/114667/how-to-install-android-apps-to-the-sd-card-by-default-move-almost-any-app-to-the-sd-card/). If you don't have ADB installed on your computer yet, take a look at [Is there a minimal installation of ADB?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/42474/16575)
PS: This won't mean all apps will be installed on the SD card only, **the application developers can overrule this setting** you make if they want to. Plus apps using services or featuring widgets cannot be moved to SD card either.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can move apps to your SD card by either;
1.
going into settings and go to application manager and click your desired app and click move to SD card.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/vGbkR.png)
This is what the app looks like or similar (click image for larger variant)
2.
going into the list of all applications on your phone and click on the my files one - it looks like a folder- and it depends on what phone you have got - as some phones don't have the files app built into the phone, Samsung does. Once in the app select phone/internal storage and find the app file and select it and move it to SD card/external storage.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/RwMvx.png)
The box in a darker shade of blue is the button to click (click image for larger variant)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Most Android phones come with only 16 or 32GB of internal memory, much of which is already taken up by the operating system and preloaded software. After you start adding your own apps, shooting photos, downloading movies and putting your music collection on the device, you risk running out space.
To move apps to the microSD card using Android’s application manager.
Android's app simply move ur app Internal Storage To SD Card like us [Move app to SD card](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ljmobile.move.app&hl=en)
Settings -> Apps -> list of app's Name -> Move to SD card ( Toggle to Internel storage )
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: You try using GL2SD in play store. That will help you to achieve your target. You can also try this guide here: [Move apps to sd card using gl to sd.](http://techbeasts.com/2014/09/05/how-move-apps-games-sdcard-android-gltosd/)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: There is an app called [Move app to SD card](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ljmobile.move.app). Open the app then allow it to control the device then select the apps you want to move and it will move them.
*Note: Works best with root privileges*
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: I better suggest you rooting your phone and use folder mount which helps you not only in moving apk but also to move your data or obb files into the sd card.rooting your phone is not that hard . just download iroot into your pc
enable debugging mode in developer options then its all done
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/08 | 1,357 | 4,779 | <issue_start>username_0: I was using my Chrome on Android 4.1.2 on Samsung Galaxy S II and phone suddenly crashed. When phone restarted it looked like all apps are gone, even Google Play.
App Drawer shows only standard apps like Camera, FM radio, Internet, Messaging, Phone, Samsung Apps etc. but all other cannot be seen there.
 
Application Manager lists my apps under DOWNLOADED label, but instead of apps names (e.g. Chrome or Viber) it shows app IDs (com.android.chrome or com.viber.voip) and instead of app icons it shows some gray icon with labels Android and SD. Under ON SD CARD label it there are no apps. I don’t have external SD card.
   
I used Android System Recovery to wipe cache partition and it wiped cache for all except Chrome cache.
What can be problem? How can I get my apps back?<issue_comment>username_1: Not all applications can be moved to external SD card without rooting, but there is a way to make most of the apps install on the SD card. If I was to do this, I'd prefer having a faster SD card, of maybe class 6 or 10.
This command using **Android Debug Bridge (ADB)** can do the trick.
`adb shell pm setInstallLocation 2`
If you are new to ADB shell, you can refer this guide for the same: [Click here](http://www.howtogeek.com/114667/how-to-install-android-apps-to-the-sd-card-by-default-move-almost-any-app-to-the-sd-card/). If you don't have ADB installed on your computer yet, take a look at [Is there a minimal installation of ADB?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/42474/16575)
PS: This won't mean all apps will be installed on the SD card only, **the application developers can overrule this setting** you make if they want to. Plus apps using services or featuring widgets cannot be moved to SD card either.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can move apps to your SD card by either;
1.
going into settings and go to application manager and click your desired app and click move to SD card.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/vGbkR.png)
This is what the app looks like or similar (click image for larger variant)
2.
going into the list of all applications on your phone and click on the my files one - it looks like a folder- and it depends on what phone you have got - as some phones don't have the files app built into the phone, Samsung does. Once in the app select phone/internal storage and find the app file and select it and move it to SD card/external storage.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/RwMvx.png)
The box in a darker shade of blue is the button to click (click image for larger variant)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Most Android phones come with only 16 or 32GB of internal memory, much of which is already taken up by the operating system and preloaded software. After you start adding your own apps, shooting photos, downloading movies and putting your music collection on the device, you risk running out space.
To move apps to the microSD card using Android’s application manager.
Android's app simply move ur app Internal Storage To SD Card like us [Move app to SD card](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ljmobile.move.app&hl=en)
Settings -> Apps -> list of app's Name -> Move to SD card ( Toggle to Internel storage )
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: You try using GL2SD in play store. That will help you to achieve your target. You can also try this guide here: [Move apps to sd card using gl to sd.](http://techbeasts.com/2014/09/05/how-move-apps-games-sdcard-android-gltosd/)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: There is an app called [Move app to SD card](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ljmobile.move.app). Open the app then allow it to control the device then select the apps you want to move and it will move them.
*Note: Works best with root privileges*
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: I better suggest you rooting your phone and use folder mount which helps you not only in moving apk but also to move your data or obb files into the sd card.rooting your phone is not that hard . just download iroot into your pc
enable debugging mode in developer options then its all done
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/08 | 282 | 1,176 | <issue_start>username_0: I haven't rooted my mobile phone, but an antivirus is running. Without rooting, how will the antivirus come to know about the files accessed by an application?
Normally, in Linux distributions, it can be found from
`/proc/"p-id"/fd`, but in Android root privileges are required to access that folder, although it is not the case in normal Linux distributions. So, without rooting, how does the antivirus come to know about the files accessed by an application? Is there any other way other than accessing `/proc/"p-id"/fd`?<issue_comment>username_1: Anti-virus programs run in sandbox mode like every other application.
They can access your storage.
And they can also scan installed apps because apk are like zip files.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: It's simple - It doesn't. Antivirus on android has very limited access. It can't check what the given app is doing. It's not very useful. It may warn you if it finds something suspicious on sdcard/externalsdcard or one of your installed apps is in their database marked as bad. It can't scan the app data files, it can't scan the main system, so it's pretty pointless to use it.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/08 | 341 | 1,232 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to figure out how a friend of mine add himself back in a chat group on telegram. How is that possible? I think he uses an app for that.<issue_comment>username_1: He can add himself only if he leaves and is not kicked out. If he gets kicked out, he won't be able to add himself back.
You will have to use the web version of telegram to exploit it.
After logging in to the web.telegram.org website, select the group that you left from the left (direction) pane.
Now click on the group name from the top bar. In the dialog box that open, click 'Return to Group'!
Hope the telegram developers market it as a feature for adding yourself back and accessing archives of groups that you used to be a part of.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: A "mutual contact" can invite someone back into a group. The mutual contact needs to have your friend saved as a contact and your friend needs to have the mutual contact saved as a contact.
Source: <https://twitter.com/telegram/status/586897156344258560>
>
> if a person
> left a group, only a mutual contact can bring him back (both need to
> know each other's phone numbers)
>
> — Telegram Messenger
> (@telegram) April
> 11, 2015
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/08 | 354 | 1,261 | <issue_start>username_0: Can I remove icon for this from my start up screen? Am using android 4.1.1 on asus transformer'prime tf201.
Also can I make firefox my default with an icon on start up screen?<issue_comment>username_1: He can add himself only if he leaves and is not kicked out. If he gets kicked out, he won't be able to add himself back.
You will have to use the web version of telegram to exploit it.
After logging in to the web.telegram.org website, select the group that you left from the left (direction) pane.
Now click on the group name from the top bar. In the dialog box that open, click 'Return to Group'!
Hope the telegram developers market it as a feature for adding yourself back and accessing archives of groups that you used to be a part of.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: A "mutual contact" can invite someone back into a group. The mutual contact needs to have your friend saved as a contact and your friend needs to have the mutual contact saved as a contact.
Source: <https://twitter.com/telegram/status/586897156344258560>
>
> if a person
> left a group, only a mutual contact can bring him back (both need to
> know each other's phone numbers)
>
> — Telegram Messenger
> (@telegram) April
> 11, 2015
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/03/09 | 2,874 | 10,709 | <issue_start>username_0: I am trying to follow the instructions [here](http://tarunmittal5477272.buzznet.com/user/journal/17358610/enable-usb-debugging-samsung-galaxy/), but my phone never displays the "Authorize USB Debugging" option.
On the PC side, `adb devices` shows that the PC see the device, but it is listed as "offline" and I cannot use `adb shell` to talk to it.
Moreoever, if I unplug the device, `adb devices` does not list it at all, so I assume that the adb server is able to see the phone and simply cannot talk to it.
**How can I force the "Allow USB Debugging" to appear on the phone?**
I have already tried restarting both devices and disabling and enabling USB debugging on the phone.<issue_comment>username_1: My SAMSUNG Galaxy S4 sometimes bothers me with this annoying offline status message too.
I always fix it by trying options below:
* Try to **revoke the USB Debugging authorization** on `Developer Options` menu.
* Try using `adb kill-server` and the `adb usb` commands.
* Try to **replug your device** if none of above works.
* Try **Restarting your device**.
* Turn *USB Debugging* **OFF** and **ON** again.
* Try to Turn *Developer Options* **OFF** and **ON** again.
hope it hepls.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: I have had this happen multiple times on multiple Android devices. Solved every time by putting the device in Photo transfer (PTP) mode.
ADB will not work for me when my device is in MTP or any other mode.
Upvotes: 5 <issue_comment>username_3: I am not sure if you ever solved this problem, but I ran into this problem, and tried out many many different procedures, each of which might have helped others, but this is 2016 and a summary might help.
A brand new phone bought in 2016 didn't work when I installed Android Studio on Linux. A phone bought in 2015 worked without a problem. A new phone didn't work with the exact same configuration.
When I have Android Studio open, the AVD manager didn't show the new phone, but showed the old one. The old phone, when connected on the USB plug, threw a dialog asking me to confirm the fingerprint of the RSA key, but the new phone didn't show the same dialog when connected.
I found a tip at
<https://stackoverflow.com/questions/18011685/cant-connect-nexus-4-to-adb-unauthorized>
and tried it out and it worked for me.
I removed two files adbkey and adbkey.pub from ~/.android. Apparently android-studio detects this and creates the keys immediately. As soon as this occurs, the new phone threw the dialog open and started working. I am able to see the phone on the Android-Studio's AVD menu and start running the applications.
adb version 1.0.31, BUT, if I try to run 'adb devices' on the command line, Android-Studio stops showing this phone on the AVD menu.
I still don't see the phone (but that does not bother me as I am able to see the phone from the AVD menu). adb command line utility only showed an emulator that was running, but not the phone connected in debugging mode, one that was seen on the AVD menu, up until the command was run.
```
$ adb devices
adb server is out of date. killing...
* daemon started successfully *
List of devices attached
emulator-5554 device
```
At this point, reconnecting the phone does not help. AVD menu only showed the emulator that was still running on my computer.
You have to run 'adb kill-server'. Once that is done, and if you open up the AVD menu, Android Studio initializes its own ADB and the phone shows up on the AVD menu.
adb version 1.0.31
Android Studio 2.1
So in summary: two things.
1. Delete adbkey and adbkey.pub from ~/.android while Android Studio is open.
2. Do not run command line utility adb. It messes with the server instance run by Android Studio. The server instance from commandline works for some phones but not all. Android-Studio works with all the phones I have.
All the above is of course after making sure:
* you tap the 'build number' thing 7 times and enabling the USB debugging mode...
* tried 'revoking the debug permissions' many times
* tried rebooting the phone a few times
* enable/disable/enable usb debugging mode,
All the above steps seemed like voodoo things to try, but essentially they didn't work, except the ones I listed above.
(Update: Adding this line that was originally a comment, but belongs in the answer).
I also had to add the new phone's vendor ID to /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules file to help identify the new phone and to set the permissions.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: I just had this happen to me. Debugging was working fine at the office, but broken at home.
Turned out to be my usb cable. Everytime I plugged it in, it would charge but I never received the Allow USB Debugging prompt.
I tried a second cable, same thing.
Third cable was the charm, worked fine with a better cable.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: I had to delete the adbkey from /data/misc/adb on the phone and then
In adb shell type > adb kill-server
In adb shell type > adb start-server
Now connecting the USB cable brought back the options.
For some strange reason I revoked the authorization and been spending hours to get it back..
Thanks..
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: I've had the same issue and it turned out that having the USB mode set to file transfer instead of charging caused my issue. As soon as I set it to charging mode, it fixed my problem and I was prompted for debugging.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_7: My problem came down to that I did not have the ADB (Android Debug Bridge) installed on my computer.
I followed the instructions [here](https://9to5google.com/2014/12/02/how-to-install-adb-tools-windows-mac-linux/, "Instructions"), and actually downloaded it [here](https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979, "Download"). Once I installed the ADB onto my computer, I ran the commands:
`adb kill-server` and then `adb start-server`.
After doing all this, my root finally worked! I'm not sure if the `adb` steps are necessary, but I went ahead and performed them. Then when I reconnected my phone, the dialog for giving my computer permissions actually popped up and I was able to root.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_8: I required "Default USB configuration" to be set to "MIDI"
----------------------------------------------------------
Windows 10, current as of 24 June 2019.
Samsung Galaxy S8 plus.
After 6 months of trying random things and being frustrated I figured it out today!
Of course I had done the obviously necessary steps:
a. On the phone, enable USB Debugging through Developer Options:
<https://stackoverflow.com/questions/18103117/how-to-enable-usb-debugging-in-android>
b. On the computer, install the appropriate "OEM USB driver" for your phone manufacturer:
<https://developer.android.com/studio/run/oem-usb.html#Drivers>
I did those a long time ago, but only recently managed to get the following two things right:
### 1. Important to choose the right USB cable
A cable might work wonderfully for charging your phone from your laptop, but not work for data transfer (because different pins are used for these purposes). An easy way to check that you have the right cable, set your phone's "Default USB Configuration" in Developer Settings to "Transferring files".
You should be able to see your phone and its contents in Windows File Explorer.
### 2. Set your phone's "Default USB Configuration" to "MIDI"
Over the last few months' annoyance, I never tried this. Why the hell would that be right?! Today by chance I tried it. I got the "Allow USB debugging?" prompt rather than the "Allow access to phone data?" that we get when connecting with the other USB configurations.
On the Chrome Dev Tools "Remote Devices" panel, within 1 or 2 seconds the phone shows up. Hooray!
This is reproducible, i.e. when you keep computer and phone connected, and flick between the settings of "Default USB configuration", the phone appears and disappears from Chrome Dev Tools Remote Devices, within a second or two. Only appears when phone is set to "MIDI".
On the Chrome Dev Tools "Remote Devices" panel, within 1 or 2 seconds the phone shows up. Hooray!
### [edit] 3. You might have to set it away from MIDI and then back to MIDI
I have found a few times that it stops working inexplicably, but it can be fixed by going to Developer Options, setting to something *other than* MIDI, waiting for the "pling plong" sound from your Windows computer, and then set it back to MIDI.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_9: This answer is for anyone currently facing this horrendously annoying problem (2019+)
Here are some general stuff to try out:
* Restart your device(I know, but just try it out)
* Enable USB Debugging through Developer Options - [How to enable USB Debug Developer Options on an Android Device](https://support.honeywellaidc.com/s/article/How-to-enable-USB-Debug-Developer-Options-on-an-Android-device)
* Don't play with ADB until necessary since I've heard it can do more bad than good if you're not totally comfortable using the utility
If you've tried and failed for about 5 hours with the above techniques, you can work your way to a custom solution that helped me. Or you can take a look [at the question I asked](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/214289/my-samsung-galaxy-note-8-doesnt-show-an-allow-usb-debugging-prompt-is-there) directly.
>
> It seems like the profile of the computer(perhaps the RSA key
> fingerprint) was automatically recognized by the android device and so
> it didn't ask for any permissions. From there, I'm still kind of
> trying to understand it. But basically, as soon as I reset(factory
> reset) my computer, it started prompting me for authorization again.
> I'm sure the factory reset was on the extreme end of options, but it
> worked in the end.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_10: If it shows Unauthorized but if you do not see the RSA prompt on the phone, do the following.
Linux
```
which adb
```
Windows
```
where adb
```
Identify all the duplicate entries in the path. Remove duplicates.
Now do
```
adb kill-server
adb start-server
```
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_11: This is what worked for me:
1. Delete `adbkey` and `adbkey.pub` files from `~/.android` folder
2. run `adb kill-server`
3. run `adb usb`
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_12: Dont't forget to install `adb` for this to work.
For Debian/Ubuntu it's as simple as:
```
sudo apt install adb
```
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_13: Try to install Android USB Driver for your OS. Here is the Samsung one for Windows machines:
<https://developer.samsung.com/mobile/android-usb-driver.html>
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/03/09 | 378 | 1,272 | <issue_start>username_0: So I just rooted my Concord II, and installed Link2SD. I partitioned my SD card with MiniTool, and made a Fat32 and a ext2, both primary. But when after opening Link2SD and giving it root access, it gives me a popup saying select the file system of your SD card's second partition (see first screenshot below), and I select ext2 and press ok. But then a mount script error popup comes up saying mount script could not be created (see second screenshot). The error is "mount: Operation not supported on transparent endpoint". How can I fix this? These screenshots illustrate what's happening:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/Uwf20.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/qxGrU.png)<issue_comment>username_1: Install [SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix) from the Google Play Store.
Then, using the latest [Link2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD), format your flash in ext4.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: >
> Try with an ext4 partition.
>
>
>
From [www.link2sd.info/faq](http://www.link2sd.info/faq). I had the same issue and this fixed it.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/09 | 233 | 776 | <issue_start>username_0: I have often hated the idea of looking for apps among tons of glossy icons and running them that way. I wonder if there is a terminal capability in Android like that of Linux or Windows (Run window) for faster and more seasoned app access. Is such a thing in Android inherently?<issue_comment>username_1: Install [SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix) from the Google Play Store.
Then, using the latest [Link2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD), format your flash in ext4.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: >
> Try with an ext4 partition.
>
>
>
From [www.link2sd.info/faq](http://www.link2sd.info/faq). I had the same issue and this fixed it.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/03/09 | 235 | 794 | <issue_start>username_0: I am using Samsung Galaxy Core. I have given Password to my mobile in English. Today for some reason I changed my Language to TAMIL and forgot to change back to English. My Phone got locked when i try to give the password the keyboard appears in Tamil and I can't do anything. How can I change it<issue_comment>username_1: Install [SDFix: KitKat Writable MicroSD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix) from the Google Play Store.
Then, using the latest [Link2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD), format your flash in ext4.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: >
> Try with an ext4 partition.
>
>
>
From [www.link2sd.info/faq](http://www.link2sd.info/faq). I had the same issue and this fixed it.
Upvotes: 2 |