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2015/05/20 | 738 | 2,588 | <issue_start>username_0: We recently deployed a lot of android devices internally for displaying customized web page only.
* Device: RKM MK902
* OS: Android 4.4.2 Rooted
* Wifi radius 8021x
* Dolphin browser with kiosk mode and tab reload add-on (refresh page/30 sec)
* Also have code in web page to refresh itself
* Tried other apps to refresh browser in scheduled time window. (bad results)
The issue I am facing now is that even I setup refresh interval as 30 sec, but sometimes it still shows "page is not available", but I can access page manually from my desktop.
I am trying to find out if it is wifi issue or web server issue.
What I want to do is that have a script running on the android device accessing the page every 30 sec and log the result. My questions are
1. how to write a script on android device? what language or what command?
2. how to run this script on android device?
3. how to log the results?
4. how to schedule this script to run?<issue_comment>username_1: * You Can Download [BusyBox](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=stericson.busybox) which has many common UNIX utilities. You can write a script in shell and can run it on [Teriminal Emulator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm)
* If you know python you can write and run script on [Qpython3](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.hipipal.qpy3)
* You can use Tasker to schedule script.
* You can download [Dolphin Browser](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.mgeek.TunnyBrowser) and can relode tab with [Dolphin Tab Relode](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.mgeek.tabreload)
{ have no idea about creating Log :(
And I know it is not proper solution but you can try to get solution using above mentioned apps.}
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: 1. Use plain text editor and save it as .sh. Shell or bash.
2. Install Terminal Emulator, and type sh "your script path.sh" if you need root access, type su -c sh "your script path.sh"
3. Log? you mean stdout? It will appear on terminal screen.
4. Use Tasker or Install Script Launcher
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: You can use install Busybox, which provides you with many utilities such as awk, file, etc... and Terminal Emulator.
1. Create a shell file with `#!/system/bin/sh` as the first line (shebang)
2. Now place the completed script under `/system/xbin` or `/system/bin` and run it from the Terminal Emulator
The information is an excerpt from this article : <http://www.pctips4u.com/2016/03/writing-shell-scripts-in-android.html>
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 327 | 1,291 | <issue_start>username_0: I've checked the posts saying how a paid Google app can be shared between two devices, but no-one says how to do it. There's all this stuff about using the same Google account, but what does that mean - it takes me no further.
Can anyone help please with easy-to-follow explanation?<issue_comment>username_1: You need to link your two devices together with a Google account. Done, hope this helped!
Okay, I'm not going to be that guy...
Here's how to really do it:
1. Open your Settings app.
2. Scroll down to find an option called something like Accounts and tap on it.
3. Now find an option that says Add account.
4. Now click the type of account, in this case, a Google account.
5. Now sign in with the same info used to initially buy the app or game.
6. When you're done, go into Google Play and swipe right to enter the options for the app, or click on the three-line-symbol in the top left.
7. Click on your current account to switch it out, now click on the account you just added.
8. Find the application you previously bought, and it will say Purchased.
9. Download and complete!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Don't search the app, go to the menu and My Apps and Games, then Library. You can install from there without paying again.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 774 | 2,560 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm a T-Mobile US customer, and I'm quite interested in getting a phone with Band 12 support, and one that'll actually let me have a better understanding of the network and whether I'm receiving the benefit of having the upgraded phone with the Band 12 support.
As per <https://sites.google.com/site/cellularbinder/compatible-phones> and the specs of the phoe itself, Alcatel One Touch Idol 3 does appear to support LTE Band 12.
However, does it have the ability to show which band is presently being used, like some other non-Google phones can? (I currently have a couple of Google Nexus phones, and am quite disappointed that there appears to be no way to see which exact bands of LTE or UMTS do they use.)<issue_comment>username_1: I currently have the Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3, and yes it does support band 12. In fact, my phone is currently using band 12 over band 4 which is what my OnePlus One was using, since it doesn't support band 12.
* One way to check is to download the [LTE Discovery](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.simplyadvanced.ltediscovery&hl=en) app.
* Or, open your phone's dialer and type `*#*#4636#*#*` -- this will open up **Testing mode**.
+ Go to **Phone information** and it will show which band your phone is using.
+ See screenshots below. First two are from my Alcatel OneTouch Idol 3 and the last two are from my OnePlus One. As you can see, the **Phone information** mode for the OnePlus One does not show the LTE band for some reason. (Depends on the phone I guess.)
Also notice how band 4 is in use on the OnePlus One according to LTE Discovery and there are no bars, whereas the Idol 3 has 2 bars of Band 12 LTE.
Note that these two phones are placed right next to each other.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/iDGjC.png)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ixXxF.png)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/iR44w.png)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/28oMj.png)
Click image(s) for larger version
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Just to highlight username_1's answer: Yes, as of this moment, it supports band 12 data. No it does not support band 12 calling. If you are in an area of only band 12 coverage, then you will not be able to send or receive calls or SMS despite the signal bar claiming coverage.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 1,206 | 4,443 | <issue_start>username_0: I see lots of apps that can create "files that contain text", but the files are in their own proprietary format.
I would like to create a plain text file so that if the file is transferred to a computer, it could be opened using a common text editor, like notepad or gedit etc.
Is this possible?
device
* Samsung galaxy note 2
* running android 4.4.2<issue_comment>username_1: You need to install a third-party app to create a text file. There is a swarm of text editors in Google's proprietary [Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=text%20editor&c=apps) app store and on free/libre and open source [F-Droid](https://search.f-droid.org/?q=text%20editor&lang=en) app store. Choose whichever text editor suits your needs.
Do note that some file manager apps also allow creating a plain text file, so check your file manager first to see if it provides such a feature or not.
You can also create a text file in your phone by connecting your phone to your PC in MTP (file transfer) mode and using your text editor in PC to save the text file in the phone.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: [Turbo Editor](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.maskyn.fileeditor) is what you're looking for.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: If you're serious about wanting to deal with plaintext on Android, I recommend installing Termux and learning how to use the Nano text editor (via Termux). Here are some links to help you get started there. Also, I recommend getting a bluetooth keyboard.
* <https://f-droid.org/en/packages/com.termux/> (download Termux; it's also on Google Play, but the latest version is here; scroll and click the link that says 'Download apk'--not the big button that says 'DOWNLOAD F-DROID', unless you want to install F-Droid and download it through there, which is said to be more secure; if you've never installed an .apk file before, you'll probably need to change an Android setting that lets you do it)
* <https://www.growspice.com/Termux-tricks-td3491.html> (some basic shortcuts that are useful when using Termux, to help you multitask and such)
* <https://www.growspice.com/A-desktop-user-s-guide-to-Nano-a-command-line-text-editor-td3471.html> (How to use the nano text editor.)
Okay, so once you have Termux installed, you basically have a Linux command-line app; no GUI, but you don't really need one terribly. You can install and use all sorts of programs that make your tablet useful--and you can make your own, if you're a programmer. As an added bonus, both Termux and Nano make it easy to multi-task once you learn how (in Termux ctrl+alt+c makes a new terminal; ctrl+alt+up/down moves between them; in Nano, you can move between open text files with alt+left/right).
So, in Linux, to create a text file, you can do it plenty of ways:
1. `touch myFile.txt` (that will create it if it's not there)
2. Type `nano myFile.txt` edit it, and save it.
Stuff like that. Learning how to use the Linux command-line will be important if you take this approach. You'll want to know commands like this:
* `ls` to show the contents of the current working directory
* `cd myDirectory` to change the directory to myDirectory
* Follow just about any command with `--help` (e.g. `nano --help`) to learn more about how to use it. `man whatEverMyCommandIs` also helps (it opens the manpage for it, if available).
* `rm myfile` to delete a file
* `rm -r myDirectory` to delete a directory/folder
* `mkdir myDirectory` to make a new directory
* `chmod +x myFile` to make a file executable
* `./myExecutableFile` to run an executable file that is in the current directory.
* `exit` to exit the shell (note you can type `bash` to create a new one running inside of the current one, so if you exit, you'll return to the old one)
* `pkg install myApp` to install a program called myApp (if it exists in the package manager); I don't remember if Nano comes pre-installed; if it doesn't, type `pkg install nano`.
* ctrl+c and ctrl+z are useful if you need to force quit a running program.
* Press tab to autocomplete stuff you're typing (like file and directory names).
* If you can't find a program for your purpose, see if someone has made one with Python; Python works on Termux, and so does pip (so, you've got access to lots of stuff).
There are more Termux-related apps on F-Droid, if you want to be able to do even more stuff with that.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 425 | 1,596 | <issue_start>username_0: After my Samsung S5 has been updated to Lollipop (5.0.1), notifications re. new mail, text, facebook, etc. don't show on my lock screen. The only thing showed is my network operator.
Now I have to unlock every time to see why my phone made a beep/sound. Any way to bring the info back?<issue_comment>username_1: Go into settings and then into Sounds and notifications. There should be an option called "While locked". Tap into that option and select from the list to show notifications on the lock screen.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I am using Android 6.0.1, so this may not work for some.
I used it for WhatsApp, see comment below.
Go to
Settings -> Notifications -> ADVANCED (at the top right) -> (Choose the app you want) -> (tap the little info icon at the top right) -> Notifications -> More settings -> Popup notification -> Always show popup
(see image below).
I tested that this setting is what makes the difference, since setting *Only when screen "on"* did not show notifications in locked screen.
But this is a setting from WhatsApp, as I could access it from within WhatsApp as well.
I could not find a setting from Android for doing this (neither on a per-app basis or as a global setting), so I wonder whether it is up to each app to have a setting like this. *This makes this post partly an answer and partly a question!*
Note: In Android 6, settings for Sounds is separate from Notifications.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 708 | 2,626 | <issue_start>username_0: I have one week old S6 and now tried to use `adb`.
I unlocked developer mode, enabled USB debugging, connected to usb and nothing happened. `adb devices` shows empty list, `lsusb` on mac and linux as well as mac's "system information" app doesn't see any new usb device when I connect the phone. Nothing happens in `dmesg` too.
The phone displays "charger connected" notification. No mtp/ptp notification appears.
I tried to use different computers (two linux boxes and one macbook), different cables, nothing. Other android devices (such as old note2 and some noname stuff) works well.
I tried also other person's S6. Result it the same so I don't think it is some kind of damaged socket or so on.
What's going on? Am I missing something? Maybe some security setting prevents USB from working?
**UPD**
This doesn't look as a "driver" issue at all. `lsusb` shows *all* usb devices even if the system doesn't know how to deal with them.<issue_comment>username_1: Sad but true, it's a hardware issue. As far as I understand, the board containing usb socket needs to be replaced.
PS:
Also the worldwide warranty that I was promised to have in *official* (listed on samsung.com) retail shop doesn't exist.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: It's not a hardware issue, or a computer driver issue. It's whatever the USB "driver" is on the S6 itself, because a factory reset resolves the issue.
I can't figure out what it is that breaks it, whether it's a setting change or an app getting deleted. If anyone's aware I'd love to know.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I had this same problem. Samsung buried the option to turn USB debugging on deep inside the Settings menu. You have to enable it in order to use ADB with the S6 (or any other Android device)
Have a look [here](http://www.solvemix.com/index.php/android-smartphones/511-samsung-galaxy-s6-activate-usb-debugging-how-to-do).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I was getting very frustrated with my Samsung Galaxy S6 and my new Dell Precision M3800 and USB connectivity. Apparently the S6 is not fully compatible with USB 3 connections. I could not get it to connect (other than charging) to any of the 3 USB 3 ports on my laptop (no usb 2 on the new Dell). It connects fine to my older laptop (USB 2), so I decided to try connecting a USB 2 hub to my new Dell and the phone to the hub, and it works!
So, Samsung, please fix this!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: I was having similar issue with my S6 Edge(+). Found to be junkie usb cable. Switched to a quality cable and device showed up.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 572 | 2,002 | <issue_start>username_0: Facebook was crashing on Huawei Y530-U00 on Android 4.3, so I wiped it and tried to install it again. Play Store says that "Your device isn't compatible with this version".
I tried what is being said in the Facebook support: <https://www.facebook.com/help/instagram/231705083624002>
but it didn't work.
What can I do?<issue_comment>username_1: Sad but true, it's a hardware issue. As far as I understand, the board containing usb socket needs to be replaced.
PS:
Also the worldwide warranty that I was promised to have in *official* (listed on samsung.com) retail shop doesn't exist.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: It's not a hardware issue, or a computer driver issue. It's whatever the USB "driver" is on the S6 itself, because a factory reset resolves the issue.
I can't figure out what it is that breaks it, whether it's a setting change or an app getting deleted. If anyone's aware I'd love to know.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I had this same problem. Samsung buried the option to turn USB debugging on deep inside the Settings menu. You have to enable it in order to use ADB with the S6 (or any other Android device)
Have a look [here](http://www.solvemix.com/index.php/android-smartphones/511-samsung-galaxy-s6-activate-usb-debugging-how-to-do).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I was getting very frustrated with my Samsung Galaxy S6 and my new Dell Precision M3800 and USB connectivity. Apparently the S6 is not fully compatible with USB 3 connections. I could not get it to connect (other than charging) to any of the 3 USB 3 ports on my laptop (no usb 2 on the new Dell). It connects fine to my older laptop (USB 2), so I decided to try connecting a USB 2 hub to my new Dell and the phone to the hub, and it works!
So, Samsung, please fix this!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: I was having similar issue with my S6 Edge(+). Found to be junkie usb cable. Switched to a quality cable and device showed up.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 844 | 2,796 | <issue_start>username_0: **1. I am testing with a rooted nexus 5 operating on lollipop 5.1.**
**2. This is all with no wifi connection.**
I am trying to send UDP packets between a PC and an android device with an otg cable and ethernet dongle. When connected the PC thinks the android is an unidentified network(No internet access) and the android recognizes the device as eth0 with an IP of 0.0.0.0.
```
eth0 UP 0.0.0.0
```
I add an IP to the eth0 by running the following unix script:
```
#!/bin/sh
netcfg eth0 up
ifconfig eth0 192.168.1.200 netmask 255.255.255.0
route add default gw 192.168.1.1 dev eth0
ping -c 1 192.168.1.1
```
After running the script eth0 appears in the command line as:
```
eth0 UP 192.168.1.200
```
I am using wireshark to track packets and when I try to open an interface between the PC and android I get an error as follows:
(Error opening adapter: The system cannot find the device specified. (20)).
Also, when I try to PING the PC from the android I get 100% packet lost.
So it seems like I don't have a connection between PC and android.
Any input on the topic would be very helpful.<issue_comment>username_1: Sad but true, it's a hardware issue. As far as I understand, the board containing usb socket needs to be replaced.
PS:
Also the worldwide warranty that I was promised to have in *official* (listed on samsung.com) retail shop doesn't exist.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: It's not a hardware issue, or a computer driver issue. It's whatever the USB "driver" is on the S6 itself, because a factory reset resolves the issue.
I can't figure out what it is that breaks it, whether it's a setting change or an app getting deleted. If anyone's aware I'd love to know.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I had this same problem. Samsung buried the option to turn USB debugging on deep inside the Settings menu. You have to enable it in order to use ADB with the S6 (or any other Android device)
Have a look [here](http://www.solvemix.com/index.php/android-smartphones/511-samsung-galaxy-s6-activate-usb-debugging-how-to-do).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I was getting very frustrated with my Samsung Galaxy S6 and my new Dell Precision M3800 and USB connectivity. Apparently the S6 is not fully compatible with USB 3 connections. I could not get it to connect (other than charging) to any of the 3 USB 3 ports on my laptop (no usb 2 on the new Dell). It connects fine to my older laptop (USB 2), so I decided to try connecting a USB 2 hub to my new Dell and the phone to the hub, and it works!
So, Samsung, please fix this!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: I was having similar issue with my S6 Edge(+). Found to be junkie usb cable. Switched to a quality cable and device showed up.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 4,019 | 15,249 | <issue_start>username_0: The **Gallery** on my Android device seems to show **all the photos and videos**, whatever the method to get them could had been (camera, whatsapp, bluetooth, and so on).
I would like to **backup them all**, but all I have found on the net refers to one *nagging* method, consisting of **syncing** it to some cloud (DropBox, for example) storage. This is painfully slow, and I prefer to store my multimedia **on my desktop computer**, for example by pluging the USB cable or transferring it via USB storage device, SD card... etc.
But the only way to backup the entire gallery to my computer I have found is just the **manual method** of **copying each involved directory** that could contain those files. This is like some sort of nightmare, due to:
* There are **multiple possible directories** that I must (nearly) guess, depending of the program that got the photos/videos: camera seems to be at `DCIM`, WhatsApp at `whatsapp`, another directory for `bluetooth` ... etc.
* There are **two storage drives**: the phone itself and the SD card. So the job must be done twice.
* Some Windows system (my Windows 8.1 at least does, I don't know why) don't allow **concurrent file transfers** via USB cable, so I must seek&start the first transfer of files (say `DCIM`), wait until it finishes, start the second (say `bluetooth`) and so on.
* **Restoring** such backup requires rebuilding the **exact directory structure** on the phone, but I could prefer to store all the photos and videos on the same folder on my desktop.
Isn't there a **more simple** way?
Both solutions involving **Android's native** or **additional software** (freeware preferred) are accepted.
If not possible, I could accept a solution involving to send the entire gallery to any **cloud/internet** and recovering it on the desktop.<issue_comment>username_1: [QuickPic](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alensw.PicFolder&hl=en "QuickPic") has a Cloud Backup function that supports many services, such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Owncloud, etc. Just run the app, make sure all your images or videos are showing up, then access the cloud backup from the app settings.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Depending on your operating system, you can use picture manager programs. I will list two free software, one for Windows, and one for Linux (I am a Linux user, so maybe the Linux method is better).
1. Under Windows (any version in the screenshots, it will be XP, which was the easiest to get on a virtual machine)
* Picassa: a powerful image manager and editor with a lot of features. I will be showing the only feature we need (importing photos from Android phone).
* make sure you install your phone's drivers (see your manufacturer's website to grab the latest version).
* download and install [Picassa](https://picasa.google.com/).
* connect your phone to your PC and open Picassa.
* click on `File` >> `import from ...` (it's in French in the screenshots)
* this window will show up. Click on the spinner and choose your phone. In my case here, it's an HTC one (Android).
* wait for a few seconds until the photos show up like this.
* you will see every single image file on your phone, sorted by the date of creation. You can select a full day by clicking on the little clock, or select a single picture by clicking on it. The same goes for unselecting.
* once you have picked the needed pictures, look at the bottom of the Picassa window. It looks something like this.
* choose the right options for you: where you would like to save the pictures, how do you want the pictures to be organized in sub-folders, and if you wanna delete the original pictures from the device (the phone) or not, then click on import.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I don't prefer cloud backup because of high priced internet plans in my country, and the [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110067/96277) by [<NAME>](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/90547/l%c3%b4rd-ralf-adolf) didn't work for my device somehow. Ultimately, I had to find a solution which is supposed to be *no pain only gain*. Here we go with one mentioned below.
Notes:
------
* The solution requires a USB cable, MTP enabled (available in Android 4.xx and 5.xx) in Android device, (devices with **USB Storage Mode** would work as well), and Windows 7/8 in PC.
* If MTP somehow doesn't work in your PC, you've no access to USB cable, or your device doesn't have MTP feature, then you may very well host a server on your Android device, preferably a WebDAV server. See my answer here for *[know-how](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/106323/96277)*.
* Tested the solution with Android 4.2.1 and Windows 7.
---
What this answer would achieve?
-------------------------------
* Works well with/without **USB Storage** and **MTP** support in Android device.
* Backup **multiple directories** easily.
* Can backup **two or more storage drives** by choosing the following solution only which would require repeating the instructions, or (following+[linked](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/106323/96277)) answer which would make it happen in one-go.
* Fully automatic once final instruction is executed; no need to do manual copy for each file/directory.
* Copies **exact directory structure** so that you don't have to worry during restoring the data.
* **Needs no Internet connection** (other than to download some required software here).
---
A bit of explanation before going to the kernel
-----------------------------------------------
The problem with most of the media backup apps (I noticed) for Android is that they don't really preserve or care for the **exact directory structure**, which means you can mine images from anywhere in the Android but you can't really mirror the directory tree for saving the file in your destination storage, i.e. (analogy)
```
copy F:/DCIM/Camera/DSC11*.JPG C:\Users\username_3\Desktop\Test\
```
is easily possible and available by many Android apps and Windows softwares, but not
```
copy F:\DCIM\Camera\DSC11*.JPG C:\Users\username_3\Desktop\Test\DCIM\Camera\DSC11*.JPG
```
The same holds true for many Windows Explorer [alternatives](http://www.howtogeek.com/205770/the-best-alternative-file-managers-for-windows-mac-and-linux/) for Windows 7/8 including [FreeCommander](http://www.freecommander.com/), [Multi Commander](http://multicommander.com/), [Explorer++](https://explorerplusplus.com/), [XYplorer](http://www.xyplorer.com/index.php) and other tools like [SmartCopy](http://sourceforge.net/projects/smartcopytool/).
(**Note** that I tried the listed ones but could not find the desired functionality with ease (auto copy with tree). Let me know (to edit) if your experience differs.)
---
Anyhow, the trick was to find a software for Windows which allows to take media backup(not disk/media imaging) with synchronization feature. Three such candidates that I tested and found easy(GUI) are [SyncToy](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=15155), [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) and [PureSync](https://www.jumpingbytes.com/en/puresync.html). (All are free for personal use.)
I recommend [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) and the instructions for its usage are mentioned below.
Instructions:
=============
1. Download [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/)(free).
2. This program might not create **Start Menu** entry. For a 64-bit Windows 7, the program's directory location is `C:\Program Files\FreeFileSync` and a relative one would be for 32-bit Windows 7. Execute the **FreeFileSync.exe** (right-click → **Run as Administrator**).
3. (On my machine this program freeze out for few seconds during its startup but eventually stabilizes and doesn't behaves alike.) The default screen for v7.0 would look like:
4. Connect your Android device into PC using USB cable, and choose MTP for data transfer.
5. In [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/), you would see two fields with name **Drag & Drop** at the top of left and right pane. They hold the location for the source and destination storage. Edit them:
* For left pane click **Browse** → **My Computer**(left side) in the opened window → select your device (say *HTC One*; under **Portable Devices**) → choose either Internal or External SD card of Android device → **Select Folder**(at the bottom).
* For right pane click **Browse** → **My Computer**(left side) in the opened window → select the backup location (say `D:\Backup`) → **Select Folder**(at the bottom).
6. In [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) under the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Filter settings**. Here you can include the filetypes and exclude the folders from mining or backup. E.g. If I want to backup only `.jpg` and `.png` image files from my Android but I want to avoid those in the `Android`, `Data`, any `.folder` or folders that were created by some apps and includes irrelevant files with such extensions, then my filer would be:
Note that the filter is not complete in the picture as opposed to text in the answer
Tweak as much as you want since it's easy. I seriously advise excluding `Android` folder. Click **OK** when done with custom filters. (Note that I've not added but you may add video extensions too like `.mp4`, `.mkv`, etc.)
7. In the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Synchronization settings** and choose any of the variant available. For the first backup I prefer **Mirror** to backup all the filtered files. Click **OK** at last.
8. In the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Start comparison** -- this will show the filtered files in left pane (source) and files available in right pane (destination; would be empty for a new backup folder). (You can always switch the panes by clicking the blue `<>` icon available between the two panes.) An e.g. would look like:
9. In the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Start synchronization** -- this will (as obvious) synchronize the two folders based on the setting you chose in Step 7. An e.g. of process, and completion would look like:
We're good to backup anything here. Note that for restore the steps (as obvious) would be same but the locations at left and right pane would differ. Also, during restore, my phone freeze out a lot (the reason could be a low class SD card in device or altogether a program issue itself, IDK!)
### Issue with, and solution for, multi-storage Android devices
One issue that a multi-storage Android device user would've noticed is that you'll have to repeat the instructions to backup both External and Internal SD card.
This can be avoided by using a file server in Android. See **Method#1** or **Method#3** in my answer [here](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/106323/96277). Just make sure that the file server should have its root directory at `/storage` so that in the [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) all storages (would be listed as folders now) can be mapped for backup.
I tried and it worked well!
**Status: Objective Completed**
---
I could cover [SyncToy](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=15155) and [PureSync](https://www.jumpingbytes.com/en/puresync.html) here, but the latter freeze out the whole time whenever I click any option and about the former: it's intuitive and very easy in "exclude filters" but doesn't give much flexibility in synchronization variant (I would've ended up deleting images in device due to lack of such, but was stopped somehow. :) )
I think the objective can be achieved by using `find` and `rsync` tools in combination on GNU/Linux.
Let me know other options if you come to know any, or technical mistakes in my answer.
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Install Picasa on the computer (Google has discontinued this software, but you can get it from [here](http://filehippo.com/download_picasa/tech/)). After you plug in the Android device, it'll ask for import into the library.
In Settings of Picasa, there's an option to physically move photos/videos to desired folder. Check it and you are done.
Next time you plug in your Android device, it'll physically import everything for you. And, only copies new photos/videos. So, you are good to go.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_5: When you plugin your device and have something like Picasa or Lightroom installed, it should show an option to import pictures from the device. If it doesn't show up, try connecting the device in PTP (Photo Transfer Protocol) mode (Choose the `PTP` option from the `USB Connected` (or similar) notification by tapping on it).
Restoring this backup, is, however, manual - as each file (or set of files) has to be later copied to an appropriate location on the Android device later during restore.
It is also possible to write a script to check all image files on the device by file extension and cutoff size (so that you don't end up copying thumbnails, say 1KB+) and puts these files, preserving the directory structure and dropping them into some backup folder. I don't have much experience in this matter, so I am not covering this aspect here.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_6: Seeing this is an old question, wanted to update it with the solution I found in 2019.
I was looking for an answer to this same question.
My method was the similar to [@firelords answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110093/192068), connect via FTP to phone via [SHAREME](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xiaomi.midrop&hl=en) program, and use freefilesync to synchronize the DCIM folder to the PC.
But some quick research later, I found that the following works better!
The best solution I found was to use [Resilio Sync](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.resilio.sync&hl=en) (formerly known as BTSync or Bittorrent Sync).
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/rWSZL.png)
The key advantages I have found are
* It's free (allows upgrades but free version is good enough)
* Can use only WIFI (faster sync when on the same network)
* Stores to any other device where you have installed resilio sync
* NO MANUAL effort, automatic just like google photos but with full resolution! and bi-directional syncing! (main advantage over the previous method)
In my case I Set it up in less than 2 minutes on my phone! I was already using sync on my pc and just needed to add the link to the folder and it was ready to go!
I just had to enable camera backup and share the link to my pc.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/21 | 3,651 | 13,758 | <issue_start>username_0: With updated Lollipop on Samsung S4, the notification is sounded for the first message from a contact, but not any of the follow-up messages. Annoying to constantly check for reply messages by unlocking the home screen with the phone in my hand all the time. All settings are set to full sound and vibration. Any suggestions?<issue_comment>username_1: [QuickPic](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.alensw.PicFolder&hl=en "QuickPic") has a Cloud Backup function that supports many services, such as Google Drive, Dropbox, Owncloud, etc. Just run the app, make sure all your images or videos are showing up, then access the cloud backup from the app settings.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Depending on your operating system, you can use picture manager programs. I will list two free software, one for Windows, and one for Linux (I am a Linux user, so maybe the Linux method is better).
1. Under Windows (any version in the screenshots, it will be XP, which was the easiest to get on a virtual machine)
* Picassa: a powerful image manager and editor with a lot of features. I will be showing the only feature we need (importing photos from Android phone).
* make sure you install your phone's drivers (see your manufacturer's website to grab the latest version).
* download and install [Picassa](https://picasa.google.com/).
* connect your phone to your PC and open Picassa.
* click on `File` >> `import from ...` (it's in French in the screenshots)
* this window will show up. Click on the spinner and choose your phone. In my case here, it's an HTC one (Android).
* wait for a few seconds until the photos show up like this.
* you will see every single image file on your phone, sorted by the date of creation. You can select a full day by clicking on the little clock, or select a single picture by clicking on it. The same goes for unselecting.
* once you have picked the needed pictures, look at the bottom of the Picassa window. It looks something like this.
* choose the right options for you: where you would like to save the pictures, how do you want the pictures to be organized in sub-folders, and if you wanna delete the original pictures from the device (the phone) or not, then click on import.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I don't prefer cloud backup because of high priced internet plans in my country, and the [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110067/96277) by [<NAME>](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/90547/l%c3%b4rd-ralf-adolf) didn't work for my device somehow. Ultimately, I had to find a solution which is supposed to be *no pain only gain*. Here we go with one mentioned below.
Notes:
------
* The solution requires a USB cable, MTP enabled (available in Android 4.xx and 5.xx) in Android device, (devices with **USB Storage Mode** would work as well), and Windows 7/8 in PC.
* If MTP somehow doesn't work in your PC, you've no access to USB cable, or your device doesn't have MTP feature, then you may very well host a server on your Android device, preferably a WebDAV server. See my answer here for *[know-how](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/106323/96277)*.
* Tested the solution with Android 4.2.1 and Windows 7.
---
What this answer would achieve?
-------------------------------
* Works well with/without **USB Storage** and **MTP** support in Android device.
* Backup **multiple directories** easily.
* Can backup **two or more storage drives** by choosing the following solution only which would require repeating the instructions, or (following+[linked](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/106323/96277)) answer which would make it happen in one-go.
* Fully automatic once final instruction is executed; no need to do manual copy for each file/directory.
* Copies **exact directory structure** so that you don't have to worry during restoring the data.
* **Needs no Internet connection** (other than to download some required software here).
---
A bit of explanation before going to the kernel
-----------------------------------------------
The problem with most of the media backup apps (I noticed) for Android is that they don't really preserve or care for the **exact directory structure**, which means you can mine images from anywhere in the Android but you can't really mirror the directory tree for saving the file in your destination storage, i.e. (analogy)
```
copy F:/DCIM/Camera/DSC11*.JPG C:\Users\username_3\Desktop\Test\
```
is easily possible and available by many Android apps and Windows softwares, but not
```
copy F:\DCIM\Camera\DSC11*.JPG C:\Users\username_3\Desktop\Test\DCIM\Camera\DSC11*.JPG
```
The same holds true for many Windows Explorer [alternatives](http://www.howtogeek.com/205770/the-best-alternative-file-managers-for-windows-mac-and-linux/) for Windows 7/8 including [FreeCommander](http://www.freecommander.com/), [Multi Commander](http://multicommander.com/), [Explorer++](https://explorerplusplus.com/), [XYplorer](http://www.xyplorer.com/index.php) and other tools like [SmartCopy](http://sourceforge.net/projects/smartcopytool/).
(**Note** that I tried the listed ones but could not find the desired functionality with ease (auto copy with tree). Let me know (to edit) if your experience differs.)
---
Anyhow, the trick was to find a software for Windows which allows to take media backup(not disk/media imaging) with synchronization feature. Three such candidates that I tested and found easy(GUI) are [SyncToy](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=15155), [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) and [PureSync](https://www.jumpingbytes.com/en/puresync.html). (All are free for personal use.)
I recommend [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) and the instructions for its usage are mentioned below.
Instructions:
=============
1. Download [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/)(free).
2. This program might not create **Start Menu** entry. For a 64-bit Windows 7, the program's directory location is `C:\Program Files\FreeFileSync` and a relative one would be for 32-bit Windows 7. Execute the **FreeFileSync.exe** (right-click → **Run as Administrator**).
3. (On my machine this program freeze out for few seconds during its startup but eventually stabilizes and doesn't behaves alike.) The default screen for v7.0 would look like:
4. Connect your Android device into PC using USB cable, and choose MTP for data transfer.
5. In [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/), you would see two fields with name **Drag & Drop** at the top of left and right pane. They hold the location for the source and destination storage. Edit them:
* For left pane click **Browse** → **My Computer**(left side) in the opened window → select your device (say *HTC One*; under **Portable Devices**) → choose either Internal or External SD card of Android device → **Select Folder**(at the bottom).
* For right pane click **Browse** → **My Computer**(left side) in the opened window → select the backup location (say `D:\Backup`) → **Select Folder**(at the bottom).
6. In [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) under the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Filter settings**. Here you can include the filetypes and exclude the folders from mining or backup. E.g. If I want to backup only `.jpg` and `.png` image files from my Android but I want to avoid those in the `Android`, `Data`, any `.folder` or folders that were created by some apps and includes irrelevant files with such extensions, then my filer would be:
Note that the filter is not complete in the picture as opposed to text in the answer
Tweak as much as you want since it's easy. I seriously advise excluding `Android` folder. Click **OK** when done with custom filters. (Note that I've not added but you may add video extensions too like `.mp4`, `.mkv`, etc.)
7. In the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Synchronization settings** and choose any of the variant available. For the first backup I prefer **Mirror** to backup all the filtered files. Click **OK** at last.
8. In the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Start comparison** -- this will show the filtered files in left pane (source) and files available in right pane (destination; would be empty for a new backup folder). (You can always switch the panes by clicking the blue `<>` icon available between the two panes.) An e.g. would look like:
9. In the Menu bar, go to **Actions → Start synchronization** -- this will (as obvious) synchronize the two folders based on the setting you chose in Step 7. An e.g. of process, and completion would look like:
We're good to backup anything here. Note that for restore the steps (as obvious) would be same but the locations at left and right pane would differ. Also, during restore, my phone freeze out a lot (the reason could be a low class SD card in device or altogether a program issue itself, IDK!)
### Issue with, and solution for, multi-storage Android devices
One issue that a multi-storage Android device user would've noticed is that you'll have to repeat the instructions to backup both External and Internal SD card.
This can be avoided by using a file server in Android. See **Method#1** or **Method#3** in my answer [here](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/106323/96277). Just make sure that the file server should have its root directory at `/storage` so that in the [FreeFileSync](http://www.freefilesync.org/) all storages (would be listed as folders now) can be mapped for backup.
I tried and it worked well!
**Status: Objective Completed**
---
I could cover [SyncToy](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=15155) and [PureSync](https://www.jumpingbytes.com/en/puresync.html) here, but the latter freeze out the whole time whenever I click any option and about the former: it's intuitive and very easy in "exclude filters" but doesn't give much flexibility in synchronization variant (I would've ended up deleting images in device due to lack of such, but was stopped somehow. :) )
I think the objective can be achieved by using `find` and `rsync` tools in combination on GNU/Linux.
Let me know other options if you come to know any, or technical mistakes in my answer.
Upvotes: 5 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Install Picasa on the computer (Google has discontinued this software, but you can get it from [here](http://filehippo.com/download_picasa/tech/)). After you plug in the Android device, it'll ask for import into the library.
In Settings of Picasa, there's an option to physically move photos/videos to desired folder. Check it and you are done.
Next time you plug in your Android device, it'll physically import everything for you. And, only copies new photos/videos. So, you are good to go.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_5: When you plugin your device and have something like Picasa or Lightroom installed, it should show an option to import pictures from the device. If it doesn't show up, try connecting the device in PTP (Photo Transfer Protocol) mode (Choose the `PTP` option from the `USB Connected` (or similar) notification by tapping on it).
Restoring this backup, is, however, manual - as each file (or set of files) has to be later copied to an appropriate location on the Android device later during restore.
It is also possible to write a script to check all image files on the device by file extension and cutoff size (so that you don't end up copying thumbnails, say 1KB+) and puts these files, preserving the directory structure and dropping them into some backup folder. I don't have much experience in this matter, so I am not covering this aspect here.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_6: Seeing this is an old question, wanted to update it with the solution I found in 2019.
I was looking for an answer to this same question.
My method was the similar to [@firelords answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110093/192068), connect via FTP to phone via [SHAREME](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xiaomi.midrop&hl=en) program, and use freefilesync to synchronize the DCIM folder to the PC.
But some quick research later, I found that the following works better!
The best solution I found was to use [Resilio Sync](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.resilio.sync&hl=en) (formerly known as BTSync or Bittorrent Sync).
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/rWSZL.png)
The key advantages I have found are
* It's free (allows upgrades but free version is good enough)
* Can use only WIFI (faster sync when on the same network)
* Stores to any other device where you have installed resilio sync
* NO MANUAL effort, automatic just like google photos but with full resolution! and bi-directional syncing! (main advantage over the previous method)
In my case I Set it up in less than 2 minutes on my phone! I was already using sync on my pc and just needed to add the link to the folder and it was ready to go!
I just had to enable camera backup and share the link to my pc.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/22 | 241 | 985 | <issue_start>username_0: So I recently got a Galaxy S4 and switched from Apple to Android. I like to download music videos to watch offline but when I moved the videos onto my phone, I found out that the music videos are stored in the same location as where the camera roll saves videos. On Apple you there was a built in app that could store videos while videos recorded by the camera could be stored on the camera roll. Is there a way to do this on Android? I used my micro SD card to move the videos to my phone by creating a new folder on the SD card named VIDEOS.<issue_comment>username_1: Try Redirect Pro,
It's a file organizer with some really cool features.
[Link to Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/detailshttps://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tobino.redirectsfree)
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: I guess, you just need to sort the view in your default gallery app. Try sorting videos album vise and your problem will be over.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/22 | 633 | 1,791 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a OnePlus One with Google Play Services version 7.5.62 (1927436-438)
The most current version of Google Play Services is [7.5.66 (1939950-438)](http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/google-play-services/google-play-services-7-5-66-1939950-438-android-apk-download/) which unfortunately has a bug of some kind that continually gives me the message `Google Play Services has stopped`.
Is there a way to prevent my device from updating to the newer version of Google Play Services?<issue_comment>username_1: you can do this if you have a rooted mobile easily, install rooted apps like lucky patcher or freedom. They have options for stopping auto-updates of google play services..
But it has risks of soft bricking your mobile.. so do it on your own risk!!
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: >
> If you've unlocked root, there's another option. You can move the latest working GMS (10.0.84) to system partition and block auto-updates by creating empty folders with the APK name.
>
>
> KitKat (tested):
>
>
> · APK goes to `/system/priv-app/com.google.android.gms.apk`
>
> · libs go from `/data/app-lib/com.google.android.gms-{1, 2}/` to `/system/lib/`
>
> · mkdir `/data/app/com.google.android.gms-1.apk` `/data/app/com.google.android.gms-2.apk`
>
>
> Lollipop+ (presumed):
>
>
> · APK goes to `/system/priv-app/PrebuiltGmsCore/PrebuiltGmsCore.apk`
>
> · libs go from `/data/app-lib/com.google.android.gms-{1, 2, 3, 4}/` to `/ system/priv-app/PrebuiltGmsCore/lib/arm/`
>
> · mkdir `/data/app/com.google.android.gms-1.apk` `/data/app/com.google.android.gms-2.apk` `/data/app/com.google.android.gms-3.apk` `/data/app/com.google.android.gms-4.apk`
>
>
>
(posted this on the »Google Play Help Forum« thread earlier)
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/22 | 2,880 | 9,642 | <issue_start>username_0: This question is of concern to me (and perhaps many out there) because there is no spinning part in my phone.
My phone has a quad core, 3 GB of RAM, and so much storage space, all SSD-like in nature, with amazing read/write speeds.
With all this, Android (both [Android 4.4](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_version_history#Android_4.4_KitKat_.28API_level_19.29) (KitKat) and [Android 5.0](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_Lollipop) (Lollipop)) takes some 80 seconds to boot to completion. It takes way less on Ubuntu using *[systemd](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Systemd)* or *[Upstart](http://Upstart)*. (Some users report less than 10 seconds booting time using Ubuntu with *systemd* and some 20 seconds when using Upstart, with specifications like Intel [Core i5](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intel_Core#Core_i5) and RAM of 8 GB.)
So, what makes Android boot so slow? And is there anything as a user, I can do to speed up the booting process?
According to the booting process explained (*[What is the boot process of an Android device?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/29706/what-is-the-boot-process-of-an-android-device/29738#29738)*), there doesn't seem to be much differences in the overall booting process compared to a conventional OS like Ubuntu. Where does Android go wrong in the process?<issue_comment>username_1: Few years back, I worked on Android boot time optimization, as a Android developer. Obviously, as part of this work, we first needed to analyse where Android spends time during booting.
Below is the brief findings:
**Hardware used** : `OMAP3430 Board` which is like development board on which Stock Android is flashed. On actual commercial/production device, there will be additional specific hardware.
To visualize the boot time, we used a developer tool called `bootchart`
The [most time spend by Android](https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/android-porting/oPIeP72vlXU) is in following 2 areas:
1. **Zygote process**. When android OS is started it will start Zygote process, it preloads classes to create
a shared memory area for applications. This work of proloading of java classes
takes **@23 secs** for its completion.
Why? Because The zygote class preloading is essential for good performance of the system after boot. So once classes are loaded of all apps, then run-time of app is much faster.
2. **Package manager service.**
In logcat output, we can see that Package manager scans 4 directories.
`/system/app`,
`/system/framework`,
`/data/app`,
`/data/app-private`.
Next, there is a component called Activity Manager which start differents services such as Location service, Telephony service etc. And it takes nearly **11-12 sec** to finish this.
Why? Because, The package scan can in theory do some caching of its results after first boot and may check for security vulnerabilities.
If you add up these 2 times, it is about **35 Seconds**
You may ignore these numbers in Today's day and age, but the point these number indicate is where Android AOSP code spends time during boot. OEMs have their own set of hardware which varies device to device.
Of course, there are other hardware and software initializations that Android needs to do after these 2 time consuming steps, which can stretch boot time further.
>
> And is there anything as a user, I can do to speed up the booting
> process?
>
>
>
Not much I guess. The Android developer community and OEMs are still working on expediting the boot time but as you may imagine, it is not all that easy and making changes to optimize boot time may end up causing more app load time during normal operations, as hinted by [Android framework engineer](https://groups.google.com/d/msg/android-porting/oPIeP72vlXU/__SAwdy1THIJ).
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Android boot is slow?
=====================
>
> My phone has a Quad Core, 3 Gig of RAM ... Android (Both KitKat and Lollipop) takes some 80 seconds to boot to completion.
>
>
>
My phone is only dual core with 1G RAM (Zenfone 4) and I never have that problem. Cold boot in ~60 seconds, reboot in 40-ish (CyannogenMod 12.1).
>
> some users report less than 10 seconds booting time using Ubuntu with systemd and some 20 seconds ...
>
>
>
It depends on the config and what you considered *"boot time"*. My laptop (i5 1st Gen, 4 GB RAM with spinning disk) is considered usable (finished booting) after about 90 seconds. Sure I can delay/disable some of the services to get faster boot time and start them manually as needed. But in my point of view, based on my preference, that won't count as *usable*.
On PC vs Mobile
===============
There's **some** differences you should consider when comparing between pc and mobile linux. from [CPU](https://superuser.com/questions/808776/whats-the-difference-between-mobile-and-desktop-processors) down to the [kernel](https://lwn.net/Articles/662147/). Most notable differences:
* Due to the nature of the device, mobile CPU **mostly** designed with power conservation as main consideration. This greatly affect performance.
* Android kernel have some [mobile-specific features](https://android.googlesource.com/kernel/common/+/android-trusty-3.10/Documentation/android.txt) which *may* affect boot time and hardware i/o access.
* Furthermore, Android kernel known to have compatibility problems with mainline/stable. This is mostly due to vendor's preference to stick with old kernel version that compatible with their device drivers. [AOSP Marshmallow](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/51651/which-android-runs-which-linux-kernel) runs `3.18.10` while stable kernel is currently at `4.6.2`.
So, what makes Android boot so slow?
====================================
Why don't we check? :)
If you have access to [adb](https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/adb.html) and already enable [Developer Options](https://developer.android.com/studio/run/device.html#device-developer-options), check the boot log using
```
adb logcat -d -b events -v threadtime | grep "boot"
```
on my device, this is the output:
```
bambang@pamungkas ~ % adb logcat -d -b events -v threadtime | grep "boot"
06-08 04:35:01.417 193 193 I boot_progress_start: 9906
06-08 04:35:03.718 193 193 I boot_progress_preload_start: 12208
06-08 04:35:07.838 193 193 I boot_progress_preload_end: 16328
06-08 04:35:08.158 513 513 I boot_progress_system_run: 16647
06-08 04:35:09.880 513 513 I boot_progress_pms_start: 18370
06-08 04:35:10.204 513 513 I boot_progress_pms_system_scan_start: 18693
06-08 04:35:24.487 513 513 I boot_progress_pms_data_scan_start: 32977
06-08 04:35:28.552 513 513 I boot_progress_pms_scan_end: 37042
06-08 04:35:28.696 513 513 I boot_progress_pms_ready: 37186
06-08 04:35:33.088 513 513 I boot_progress_ams_ready: 41578
06-08 04:35:40.755 513 533 I boot_progress_enable_screen: 49244
```
As you can see, total boot time **from VM start until initial screen drawing by window manager** is ~40 seconds. Additional time on firmware & kernel space (on your linked asnwer, this translate to step 1-4) isn't included.
Notice that it takes ~18 secs to process the entire system's **apk** (`boot_progress_pms_*`), this translate to ~45% of boot time, which includes:
* cleaning inexistent system packages and incomplete installation of packages,
* validating installed apps,
* setting library path,
* etc (see: complete source code of [PackageManagerService](http://androidxref.com/5.1.1_r6/s?refs=PackageManagerService&project=frameworks))
So generally, the total boot time is dependent with the number of packages (app) installed on the device. More app means longer wait during pms process. Additionally, starting activities takes ~5 sec / 20% of boot time. The rest is neither significant nor safely modifiable without deep knowlegde of system behaviors.
Is there anything I can do to speed up the booting process?
===========================================================
* Try other ROM. Sony is one of the *"good guys"* who provide healthy environment for tweakers. I recommend [AOSP](http://developer.sonymobile.com/knowledge-base/open-source/open-devices/list-of-devices-and-resources/) or [Cyanogen](https://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=sirius). Just be aware of the [limitations](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/help/stock-aosp-t3066264)
* Test, don't assume! It's easy to make assumption that *A* boot slow, *B* is faster. A simple logcat command like above would reveal some useful infos for basic boot time benchmarking between ROMs.
* **If you know what you're doing**, [Embedded Linux Wiki](http://elinux.org/Boot_Time#Technologies_and_Techniques_for_Reducing_Boot_Time) have a list of possible tweaks to improve boot time.
On improving boot time
======================
>
> On your comment
>
>
> ART was designed to make running apps faster. Who's working on one to make booting faster **out of the box**?
>
>
>
In my opinion, tweaking boot time is both unnecesarry and provide insignificant gain. Since your phone will, *theoretically*, stay up most of the time; it's far more important to maintain the system stability (with the tradeoff of longer boot process) to ensure higher uptime and less error.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: For what it's worth, I run Android-x86 in a Virtual Machine under Linux and it boots in about 22 seconds, which is on par with most GNU/Linux distributions and Windows 10 on an SSD drive with a quad-core desktop CPU.
So I don't consider the Android boot time to be particularly slow.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/22 | 988 | 3,651 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way to export the entire browser history from Chrome under Android, in any file format (CSV, XML, whatever)?
I have Chrome 42.0.2311.111 under Android 4.2.2.<issue_comment>username_1: [Chrome doesn't allow backup using ADB](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/117334/96277) and there are no extensions available for mobile version so you should have root access before you proceed further.
1. Grab the `History` file from the location `/data/data/com.android.chrome/app_chrome/Default/` into PC. A [Root Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=ROOT+EXPLORER) may help.
2. Install an SQLite manager such as [SQLiteman](http://sourceforge.net/projects/sqliteman/files/sqliteman/) or [DB Browser for SQLite](http://sourceforge.net/projects/sqlitebrowser/) in PC.
Both has the option under menu bar to export the database into an SQL file or a particular table into CSV file.
Well at least you now know where the history is stored, so you may find a relevant software to directly export the database into a CSV or XML file.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: You can use [Google Takeout](https://takeout.google.com/settings/takeout) to download a JSON file of your Android Chrome history.
You can also download your bookmarks, along with a lot of other Google data.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: If the tabs are still open you may find the following useful, via [dev.to - When you never close tabs on your mobile Chrome browser](https://dev.to/piczmar_0/when-you-never-close-tabs-on-your-mobile-chrome-browser-2boj). Not quite a solution here, but was what I was looking for when I came across this question.
Export open tabs
================
Chrome's [remote debugging](https://developers.google.com/web/tools/chrome-devtools/remote-debugging) has a [remote-debugging-legacy](https://web.archive.org/web/20181005003253/https://developer.chrome.com/devtools/docs/remote-debugging-legacy) mode that allows you to view tabs on a connected computer via `adb`.
### Set up adb
1. First, install the [Android Command Line Tools](https://developer.android.com/studio#command-tools) from Android Studio.
2. [Enable developer mode](https://developer.android.com/studio/debug/dev-options#enable) on your phone by going to `Settings > About Phone > Build Number` and tapping 7 times
3. Enable USB debug mode from `Settings > Developer options` or `Settings > System > Advanced > Developer options`. This menu will only be visible after the previous step.
4. Connect to laptop and verify with `./adb devices -l`. You may need to [configure adb](https://developer.android.com/studio/run/device#setting-up) and grant permission from your phone.
### Connect to chrome remote devtools
Once your phone is set up with `adb` you can:
```
# Connect to Chrome Android's legacy debugging API
./adb forward tcp:9222 localabstract:chrome_devtools_remote
# Visit http://localhost:9222 to verify, then
curl http://localhost:9222/json/list > mobile-tabs.json
```
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: You should be able to export ALL your history from ALL devices under your Google Account on practically any browser. It's generally easiest to do it from your desktop, however.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Touch the 3 dots on right top of screen.
choose "history"
when it loads, again touch 3 dots and choose "print"
Give new filename to save to
then scroll to bottom of history and choose "older".
after the page loads, repeat the above.
A hassle, but it works for me...
Later you can use various apps to combine the created .pdf files.
Oh, if this works for you, then..
"You're welcome".
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/22 | 328 | 1,237 | <issue_start>username_0: How can i make the notification/statusbar for Android 4.3 transparent, i know launchers like Dodol Launcher, Smart Launcher and Go Launcher has a transparent bar option. But i want it to be like it is in Android 5.0's notificationbar, so if the bar is light blue the statusbar becomes a little darker blue color.
i don't mean to do it in like Youtube, i mean if you can program it into an Android app, like this `import system.ui.transparentbar`<issue_comment>username_1: If your device is rooted you could install [Tinted Statusbar](http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.mohammadag.colouredstatusbar) (Xposed). This will do what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: First of all - device must be rooted (which of course voids warranty) for having transparent status bar and navigation bar too. And yes, as @Adem said [Xposed Framework](http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer) is the popular way to do that. After that you have to do some workaround for proper functioning of the app. There are some tutorials based on this on [XDA-Dev](http://www.xda-developers.com/) website. Also, there are high chances of soft-bricking the phone in the process.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/23 | 267 | 1,017 | <issue_start>username_0: I lost my phone LG34 today. I've purchased a new phone and had the data restored but I don't know how to retrieve my contacts.
I'm not too bright with computers so please explain in simple terms how I can restore my contacts.<issue_comment>username_1: If your device is rooted you could install [Tinted Statusbar](http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.mohammadag.colouredstatusbar) (Xposed). This will do what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: First of all - device must be rooted (which of course voids warranty) for having transparent status bar and navigation bar too. And yes, as @Adem said [Xposed Framework](http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer) is the popular way to do that. After that you have to do some workaround for proper functioning of the app. There are some tutorials based on this on [XDA-Dev](http://www.xda-developers.com/) website. Also, there are high chances of soft-bricking the phone in the process.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/23 | 280 | 1,053 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to install the latest custom ROM like Lollipop but my mobile has low internal memory, about 150MB.
Will that be a problem during the installation of the new custom ROM?
I have already rooted my phone and I'm worried that my mobile could get bricked.<issue_comment>username_1: If your device is rooted you could install [Tinted Statusbar](http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.mohammadag.colouredstatusbar) (Xposed). This will do what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: First of all - device must be rooted (which of course voids warranty) for having transparent status bar and navigation bar too. And yes, as @Adem said [Xposed Framework](http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.robv.android.xposed.installer) is the popular way to do that. After that you have to do some workaround for proper functioning of the app. There are some tutorials based on this on [XDA-Dev](http://www.xda-developers.com/) website. Also, there are high chances of soft-bricking the phone in the process.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/23 | 1,882 | 6,422 | <issue_start>username_0: I'd like to use Tasker to switch my launcher: when I'm at work I need certain apps to be easily available, while when I'm home I want Nova launcher with all my apps. How can I do that? Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: Any solution you find *will* require root, due to Android's security limitations (3rd-party apps cannot change the default action for intents).
<http://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/11swoq/how_to_use_tasker_to_swap_between_launchers/> looks promising, I'll summarise it quickly here.
Requirements:
* [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm&hl=en)
* [Secure Settings](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intangibleobject.securesettings.plugin&hl=en)
* A second launcher installed
* Root access
1. Install Secure Settings, grant it root access and under **Options → Root access** make sure **Package Manager** is enabled.
2. Go to **System settings → Apps**, open the entry for your **current launcher** and press **Clear defaults**.
3. Press the home button, select your **alternate launcher** (probably the "at work" launcher in this case) and **select the 'Always' option**.
4. If you have **more than two launchers** installed, you must proceed with step 5. Otherwise (if you have **exactly two** launchers installed), skip to **step 13**.
5. Open Tasker, and add a new task in the "Tasks" tab (named something like "Disable stock launcher").
6. Add an action: **Plugin → Secure Settings**.
7. Click the **edit button** next to 'Configuration'.
8. Pick **'Package Manager'** under 'Root actions'.
9. Click the **question mark (?)** in the **top-left corner** and select your stock launcher (or whichever launcher you **do not** want to use at all).
10. Make sure the grey toggle in the middle is **set to 'Disabled'**.
11. Press the **Save button** in the bottom-left, then the **green check** in Tasker.
12. Press the **Test/Play button** in the bottom-right; this will disable your stock launcher (or whichever launcher you don't want to use).
13. In Tasker, go to the profile you want to use your **alternate launcher** with (probably "At work" in this case).
14. In the Entry task add a new action: **Plugin → Secure Settings**.
15. Edit the plugin configuration: **Edit → Package Manager**.
16. Select your **alternate launcher** (the "at work" launcher in this case).
17. Set the grey toggle to **'Enable'**.
18. Press **Save** in the bottom-left, then tick the checkmarks to commit.
19. For the **exit task**, do the exact same, except make sure the toggle **disables** your alternate launcher rather than enables.
N.B. As always with tasks involving root access, there is a small risk of ending up without a usable launcher; as long as you follow the instructions in the [Reddit post](http://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/11swoq/how_to_use_tasker_to_swap_between_launchers/), you should be fine.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This is a bit dirty solution, but gets the job done.
**Note**: Tested the solution on Android 4.2.1 having default Android launcher and [Smart Launcher Pro](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ginlemon.flowerpro).
### Requirements:
* Device should be rooted
---
I'm assuming:
* Your timing for work (i.e. entering and leaving the office) are more or less same for working days. Let's say the timing is **10:OO AM - 06:00 PM**, and the rest is for home or other things.
* You're using your device's default launcher and [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en).
### Instructions for [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm):
1. Make [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en) as your default launcher by using step 2 and 3 from this [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110118/96277) by [<NAME>](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/43185/josh-holland).
2. Launch [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm).
3. Create a Profile under **Time** with parameters as:
* **From**: `10:00`
* **To**: `18:00`
4. Create a task with action **Code → Run Shell**, and fill these details:
* **Command**: `pm disable com.teslacoilsw.launcher`
* **Timeout (Seconds)**: `10`
* Check **Use Root**, leave other things untouched and save the action
5. Under the same task create a new action **App → Launch App**. Under the **App Selection** window tap **All** (at the bottom) and choose the default launcher. Save this action with other things untouched.
6. Create another profile under **Time** with parameters:
* **From**: `18:00`
* **To**: `10:00`
7. Repeat step 4 with details:
* **Command**: `pm enable com.teslacoilsw.launcher`
* **Timeout (Seconds)**: `10`
* Check **Use Root**, leave other things untouched and save the action
8. Repeat step 5 and choose [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en) to launch instead of default one.
9. Enable both profiles and the [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm).
You're good to go. Your default launcher will be activated for work time and [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en) will activate during home or leisure activity.
Note that you can change the timings, or the default profile as well. E.g. If you don't want to limit the answer with timings or your timings are not strict but irregular than you may try a profile like **State → Net State → Wifi Connected** → details of Wifi.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: [Sloth Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.slothlauncher) does exactly what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: [UR Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sien.ur.moodlauncher&hl=en) Is a dynamic launcher, I am using it on my own but still needs some features, I am also searching for better and better
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: If you are still looking, try CTX Launcher:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=br.com.cenapps.ctxlauncher>
You can use Tasker to change shortcuts and widgets shown on screen.
PS: I'm the developer, it's my first app. Your feedback would be appreciated.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/23 | 2,011 | 6,913 | <issue_start>username_0: There are 663 photos in my camera. I want to share some of them them via computer with my mother who does not have a smartphone.
* My phone and computer are connected via USB cable.
* The [Android File Transfer](https://www.android.com/intl/en_in/filetransfer/) app is installed and working up to the point of showing me a window on my computer with choices of files to transfer.
However, when I click on **DCIM** or **Pictures** nothing comes up. Similarly, nothing happens when I click on **Camera**.
What am I doing wrong? How do I get those photos from my phone to show up in my computer? And will they be in both places? I'd like to keep them in my phone also.
Thank you.<issue_comment>username_1: Any solution you find *will* require root, due to Android's security limitations (3rd-party apps cannot change the default action for intents).
<http://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/11swoq/how_to_use_tasker_to_swap_between_launchers/> looks promising, I'll summarise it quickly here.
Requirements:
* [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm&hl=en)
* [Secure Settings](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.intangibleobject.securesettings.plugin&hl=en)
* A second launcher installed
* Root access
1. Install Secure Settings, grant it root access and under **Options → Root access** make sure **Package Manager** is enabled.
2. Go to **System settings → Apps**, open the entry for your **current launcher** and press **Clear defaults**.
3. Press the home button, select your **alternate launcher** (probably the "at work" launcher in this case) and **select the 'Always' option**.
4. If you have **more than two launchers** installed, you must proceed with step 5. Otherwise (if you have **exactly two** launchers installed), skip to **step 13**.
5. Open Tasker, and add a new task in the "Tasks" tab (named something like "Disable stock launcher").
6. Add an action: **Plugin → Secure Settings**.
7. Click the **edit button** next to 'Configuration'.
8. Pick **'Package Manager'** under 'Root actions'.
9. Click the **question mark (?)** in the **top-left corner** and select your stock launcher (or whichever launcher you **do not** want to use at all).
10. Make sure the grey toggle in the middle is **set to 'Disabled'**.
11. Press the **Save button** in the bottom-left, then the **green check** in Tasker.
12. Press the **Test/Play button** in the bottom-right; this will disable your stock launcher (or whichever launcher you don't want to use).
13. In Tasker, go to the profile you want to use your **alternate launcher** with (probably "At work" in this case).
14. In the Entry task add a new action: **Plugin → Secure Settings**.
15. Edit the plugin configuration: **Edit → Package Manager**.
16. Select your **alternate launcher** (the "at work" launcher in this case).
17. Set the grey toggle to **'Enable'**.
18. Press **Save** in the bottom-left, then tick the checkmarks to commit.
19. For the **exit task**, do the exact same, except make sure the toggle **disables** your alternate launcher rather than enables.
N.B. As always with tasks involving root access, there is a small risk of ending up without a usable launcher; as long as you follow the instructions in the [Reddit post](http://www.reddit.com/r/tasker/comments/11swoq/how_to_use_tasker_to_swap_between_launchers/), you should be fine.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This is a bit dirty solution, but gets the job done.
**Note**: Tested the solution on Android 4.2.1 having default Android launcher and [Smart Launcher Pro](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ginlemon.flowerpro).
### Requirements:
* Device should be rooted
---
I'm assuming:
* Your timing for work (i.e. entering and leaving the office) are more or less same for working days. Let's say the timing is **10:OO AM - 06:00 PM**, and the rest is for home or other things.
* You're using your device's default launcher and [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en).
### Instructions for [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm):
1. Make [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en) as your default launcher by using step 2 and 3 from this [answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110118/96277) by [<NAME>](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/43185/josh-holland).
2. Launch [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm).
3. Create a Profile under **Time** with parameters as:
* **From**: `10:00`
* **To**: `18:00`
4. Create a task with action **Code → Run Shell**, and fill these details:
* **Command**: `pm disable com.teslacoilsw.launcher`
* **Timeout (Seconds)**: `10`
* Check **Use Root**, leave other things untouched and save the action
5. Under the same task create a new action **App → Launch App**. Under the **App Selection** window tap **All** (at the bottom) and choose the default launcher. Save this action with other things untouched.
6. Create another profile under **Time** with parameters:
* **From**: `18:00`
* **To**: `10:00`
7. Repeat step 4 with details:
* **Command**: `pm enable com.teslacoilsw.launcher`
* **Timeout (Seconds)**: `10`
* Check **Use Root**, leave other things untouched and save the action
8. Repeat step 5 and choose [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en) to launch instead of default one.
9. Enable both profiles and the [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm).
You're good to go. Your default launcher will be activated for work time and [Nova Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teslacoilsw.launcher&hl=en) will activate during home or leisure activity.
Note that you can change the timings, or the default profile as well. E.g. If you don't want to limit the answer with timings or your timings are not strict but irregular than you may try a profile like **State → Net State → Wifi Connected** → details of Wifi.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: [Sloth Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.slothlauncher) does exactly what you want.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: [UR Launcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sien.ur.moodlauncher&hl=en) Is a dynamic launcher, I am using it on my own but still needs some features, I am also searching for better and better
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: If you are still looking, try CTX Launcher:
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=br.com.cenapps.ctxlauncher>
You can use Tasker to change shortcuts and widgets shown on screen.
PS: I'm the developer, it's my first app. Your feedback would be appreciated.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/23 | 614 | 2,539 | <issue_start>username_0: Recently I came to know about some phones which are based on MIUI and CyanogenMod. I want to know if the meaning behind it is they will get lifetime updates from MIUI and CyanogenMod or something else?<issue_comment>username_1: **MIUI** is made by the [Xiaomi](http://www.mi.com/en/) company. It's the skin, based on Android, they use on their devices like the [Redmi 2](http://www.mi.com/in/redmi2/). Xiaomi provides the updates to these devices. Not that officially they are only released in the eastern market, but I've read some news that they are expanding to the American and European market as well.
**Cyanogenmod** is the first, popular custom version of Android provided by Team Cyanogenmod. It's still actively developed and being released for a serious amount of devices, but his is unoffical for every device except the OnePlus One, but that deal is also over now. [See their website for more info](http://www.cyanogenmod.org/)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: * **CyanogenMod OS** is a custom ROM derived from Google's Android OS. It is available for large number of devices and delivers updates as nightlies, release candidates, betas, snapshots etc. Frequency of updates depends on the type of ROM flashed onto the device.
* **MIUI** (Mi User Interface) is also a custom ROM which is based on both Google's Android and CyanogenMod but has a home-cooked and customized interface developed by a Chinese firm Xiaomi Tech. It highly resembles Apple's iOS interface. MIUI is available for some flagship phones from popular brands.
All the devices running on CyanogenMod and MIUI gets updates very frequently than others. Updates occur over-the-air (FOTA). As a bottom line they are used as stock firmware replacements.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: MIUI is a highly customized UI that almost acts as a new OS giving you access to all the features of the latest android and many of its own features like themes and lockscreen activated music player and all with the same buttery smooth performance of early iOS versions. It is no surprise in only 5 years it is the fifth largest smartphone company and the largest in its home market.
Cyanogenmod is the next best thing a rom of stock android with all the limiters removed. It is very customizable within the limits of the android version it uses. Performs just as well as any android device with a few glitches since it is much more feature filled than stock. Some of its best features are 5x5 pattern lock and nightly updates.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/23 | 725 | 2,897 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to have a background appear around my app name, like in the image below. I have looked around quite a bit and have not been able to find anything to help me achieve this. Are there any settings/ways to have this feature? Or do I have to use 3rd-party app?
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/EwRIG.jpg)
The screen showing the app name with dark background from [aHome Theme: openSUSE](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.bbase.ahome.theme.opensuse)
(click image for larger variant)<issue_comment>username_1: **MIUI** is made by the [Xiaomi](http://www.mi.com/en/) company. It's the skin, based on Android, they use on their devices like the [Redmi 2](http://www.mi.com/in/redmi2/). Xiaomi provides the updates to these devices. Not that officially they are only released in the eastern market, but I've read some news that they are expanding to the American and European market as well.
**Cyanogenmod** is the first, popular custom version of Android provided by Team Cyanogenmod. It's still actively developed and being released for a serious amount of devices, but his is unoffical for every device except the OnePlus One, but that deal is also over now. [See their website for more info](http://www.cyanogenmod.org/)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: * **CyanogenMod OS** is a custom ROM derived from Google's Android OS. It is available for large number of devices and delivers updates as nightlies, release candidates, betas, snapshots etc. Frequency of updates depends on the type of ROM flashed onto the device.
* **MIUI** (Mi User Interface) is also a custom ROM which is based on both Google's Android and CyanogenMod but has a home-cooked and customized interface developed by a Chinese firm Xiaomi Tech. It highly resembles Apple's iOS interface. MIUI is available for some flagship phones from popular brands.
All the devices running on CyanogenMod and MIUI gets updates very frequently than others. Updates occur over-the-air (FOTA). As a bottom line they are used as stock firmware replacements.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: MIUI is a highly customized UI that almost acts as a new OS giving you access to all the features of the latest android and many of its own features like themes and lockscreen activated music player and all with the same buttery smooth performance of early iOS versions. It is no surprise in only 5 years it is the fifth largest smartphone company and the largest in its home market.
Cyanogenmod is the next best thing a rom of stock android with all the limiters removed. It is very customizable within the limits of the android version it uses. Performs just as well as any android device with a few glitches since it is much more feature filled than stock. Some of its best features are 5x5 pattern lock and nightly updates.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/23 | 829 | 2,457 | <issue_start>username_0: I am trying to push a file to a directory on a physical android device, but I am running into the following error.
```
>adb push data.db /data/data/com.me.app/databases
failed to copy 'data.db' to '/data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db': Permission denied
```
I believe adb has sufficient privileges.
```
>adb root
adbd is already running as root
```
Here are the permission details for the path: /data/data/com.me.app/databases
```
drwxrwxrwx system system 2014-01-14 10:31 data
drwxrwxrwx system system 2015-05-23 16:06 data
drwxrwxrwx u0_a224 u0_a224 2015-05-23 15:26 com.me.app
drwxrwxrwx u0_a224 u0_a224 2015-05-23 15:30 databases
```
I am not sure what to do here. Perhaps I am going about this the wrong way, but I just want to push the data.db file into the /data/data/com.me.app/databases directory on the device.
Does anyone know what I am doing wrong or what I should consider? Thanks.<issue_comment>username_1: **Edit: I found a work-around:** [AirDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en) allows me to upload the file, but the permissions on the file are set to this:
```
-rw-------
```
Performing the following commands solves this problem (from Windows 7 command prompt).
```
>adb shell
# su
# chmod 777 /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The usual approach, which doesn't require any additional apps:
1. Push to `/data/tmp/`;
2. Copy on the device using `adb shell`, using `cp` if it's available on your device or `cat` if it isn't.
```
> adb push data.db /data/tmp/data.db
> adb shell
# su # or run-as com.me.app
# cp /data/tmp/data.db /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Remembering to change `com.me.app` to the correct package name for your app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I had a variation of this problem so going to leave it here in case someone else googles for it:
```
./adb push update.zip /sdcard
[ 0%] C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard
adb: error: failed to copy 'update.zip' to 'C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard':
remote secure_mkdirs failed: No such file or directory
update.zip: 0 files pushed. 41.6 MB/s (131072 bytes in 0.003s)
```
However in my case the problem was running `adb` from Git bash Shell (MinGW64). Running it from regular Windows shell worked fine.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/24 | 576 | 1,794 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to forcibly enable 3G mode on a dual-SIM Micromax Canvas A1 (Android One) running Android 5.1 Lollipop.
I've already searched the net for answers, but all I came up with was using \*#\*#4636#\*#\* which unfortunately is disabled by the manufacturer.
So what else can I do to force 3G?<issue_comment>username_1: **Edit: I found a work-around:** [AirDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en) allows me to upload the file, but the permissions on the file are set to this:
```
-rw-------
```
Performing the following commands solves this problem (from Windows 7 command prompt).
```
>adb shell
# su
# chmod 777 /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The usual approach, which doesn't require any additional apps:
1. Push to `/data/tmp/`;
2. Copy on the device using `adb shell`, using `cp` if it's available on your device or `cat` if it isn't.
```
> adb push data.db /data/tmp/data.db
> adb shell
# su # or run-as com.me.app
# cp /data/tmp/data.db /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Remembering to change `com.me.app` to the correct package name for your app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I had a variation of this problem so going to leave it here in case someone else googles for it:
```
./adb push update.zip /sdcard
[ 0%] C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard
adb: error: failed to copy 'update.zip' to 'C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard':
remote secure_mkdirs failed: No such file or directory
update.zip: 0 files pushed. 41.6 MB/s (131072 bytes in 0.003s)
```
However in my case the problem was running `adb` from Git bash Shell (MinGW64). Running it from regular Windows shell worked fine.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/24 | 615 | 1,976 | <issue_start>username_0: In the process of trying to install 4.4.4 on my galaxyTab 10.1, I've installed TWRP 2.7.1.0.
At this point when in recovery mode I need to select the Zip to install, but none of the previously downloaded zip files are visible to TWRP. Neither under the install command nor in the file manager.
I had backed up, removed caches et al. When rebooting in normal operation mode, those files are browsable. Permissions are set to 777.
So I don't understand where the hang-up is?<issue_comment>username_1: **Edit: I found a work-around:** [AirDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en) allows me to upload the file, but the permissions on the file are set to this:
```
-rw-------
```
Performing the following commands solves this problem (from Windows 7 command prompt).
```
>adb shell
# su
# chmod 777 /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The usual approach, which doesn't require any additional apps:
1. Push to `/data/tmp/`;
2. Copy on the device using `adb shell`, using `cp` if it's available on your device or `cat` if it isn't.
```
> adb push data.db /data/tmp/data.db
> adb shell
# su # or run-as com.me.app
# cp /data/tmp/data.db /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Remembering to change `com.me.app` to the correct package name for your app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I had a variation of this problem so going to leave it here in case someone else googles for it:
```
./adb push update.zip /sdcard
[ 0%] C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard
adb: error: failed to copy 'update.zip' to 'C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard':
remote secure_mkdirs failed: No such file or directory
update.zip: 0 files pushed. 41.6 MB/s (131072 bytes in 0.003s)
```
However in my case the problem was running `adb` from Git bash Shell (MinGW64). Running it from regular Windows shell worked fine.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/24 | 536 | 1,735 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a textbook Android tablet and an SD card, but when I try to download apps like Viber and other apps, they say I have insufficient space and my tablet is saying "Storage space is running out. Some system functions may not work".<issue_comment>username_1: **Edit: I found a work-around:** [AirDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en) allows me to upload the file, but the permissions on the file are set to this:
```
-rw-------
```
Performing the following commands solves this problem (from Windows 7 command prompt).
```
>adb shell
# su
# chmod 777 /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The usual approach, which doesn't require any additional apps:
1. Push to `/data/tmp/`;
2. Copy on the device using `adb shell`, using `cp` if it's available on your device or `cat` if it isn't.
```
> adb push data.db /data/tmp/data.db
> adb shell
# su # or run-as com.me.app
# cp /data/tmp/data.db /data/data/com.me.app/databases/data.db
```
Remembering to change `com.me.app` to the correct package name for your app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I had a variation of this problem so going to leave it here in case someone else googles for it:
```
./adb push update.zip /sdcard
[ 0%] C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard
adb: error: failed to copy 'update.zip' to 'C:/Users/Alex/AppData/Local/Programs/Git/sdcard':
remote secure_mkdirs failed: No such file or directory
update.zip: 0 files pushed. 41.6 MB/s (131072 bytes in 0.003s)
```
However in my case the problem was running `adb` from Git bash Shell (MinGW64). Running it from regular Windows shell worked fine.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/24 | 512 | 1,939 | <issue_start>username_0: I was wondering whether or not I can somehow remotely install applications from "unknown sources" i.e not having to copy the .apk file onto my device and then installing.
For example, using the Google Playstore on the web, I can manage all my apps using a browser on my laptop or pc. However those are in-store apps. How would I go about installing out-side the store apps remotely on my device using Google account (if that's even possible), or perhaps any other way without having to physically connect my device or having the .apk on my device.
**Note**
\*Since it obviously isn't possible to do it from the playstore using a browser as it only allows playstore apps to be installed, any app would do. \*<issue_comment>username_1: The way the Google Play Store works is that they simply tell the device to download the app from the playstore. The device then initiates the download directly from the play store.
It is difficult to replicate this, so instead what applications tend to do is send the apk itself rather than just a link to the apk. [AirDroid](https://www.airdroid.com/) is one application that lets you install apps from your desktop computer directly to your remotely connected phone.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: If your device is rooted, you can create **Install Job** in [SureMDM](https://suremdm.42gears.com).
Step 1: Create an free account [here](http://www.42gears.com/products/suremdm/).
Step 2: Install Mobile agent [here](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nix&hl=en).
Step 3: Login to Web admin console [here](https://suremdm.42gears.com/default.aspx).
Step 4: Click on Jobs on Utility panel.
Step 5: New Job > Android > Install program > Job name > Local File path.
Step 6: Apply the job.
Step 7: You can verify the status of Install Job in the System Log.
[It works](https://i.stack.imgur.com/QJJIk.png)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/24 | 411 | 1,472 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung S5 with a finger print lock.
After so many attempts (5) it locked and asked for an alternate password which, unfortunately, I did not set up.
Now I cant unlock my phone. I called my server and they advised me to go on here.<issue_comment>username_1: The way the Google Play Store works is that they simply tell the device to download the app from the playstore. The device then initiates the download directly from the play store.
It is difficult to replicate this, so instead what applications tend to do is send the apk itself rather than just a link to the apk. [AirDroid](https://www.airdroid.com/) is one application that lets you install apps from your desktop computer directly to your remotely connected phone.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: If your device is rooted, you can create **Install Job** in [SureMDM](https://suremdm.42gears.com).
Step 1: Create an free account [here](http://www.42gears.com/products/suremdm/).
Step 2: Install Mobile agent [here](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nix&hl=en).
Step 3: Login to Web admin console [here](https://suremdm.42gears.com/default.aspx).
Step 4: Click on Jobs on Utility panel.
Step 5: New Job > Android > Install program > Job name > Local File path.
Step 6: Apply the job.
Step 7: You can verify the status of Install Job in the System Log.
[It works](https://i.stack.imgur.com/QJJIk.png)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/24 | 284 | 1,071 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way so I can quickly take a picture, highlights the number and I click it so it calls the number? Or I click take picture, and call.
So it just takes the photo, process it, extract number, calls it?<issue_comment>username_1: I don't think processing an image and extracting the number and calling it a better idea. the OCR processing will not be 100% all the time and it may call a different number at-times.
A QR-code is more reliable than image processing and can be used for this if you dont want to type the number.
A [QRcode Generator site](http://blog.qr4.nl/QR-Code-Telephone.aspx) to call to a specific number directly by scanning the code after generating it. Haven't tried it yet.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Check out [Google Goggles](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.unveil), It reads all the readable stuff (barcode, words, numbers).
P.S. it will read numbers for you, then you need to copy and dial that by yourself (but it can Google that number for you).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/24 | 291 | 1,088 | <issue_start>username_0: I have lost the password for my Mitsubishi Pajero 2015's Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System that is already paired with my Samsung Galaxy Note Edge.
Is there a way to know the password used to pair my Note Edge with the Pajero?<issue_comment>username_1: I don't think processing an image and extracting the number and calling it a better idea. the OCR processing will not be 100% all the time and it may call a different number at-times.
A QR-code is more reliable than image processing and can be used for this if you dont want to type the number.
A [QRcode Generator site](http://blog.qr4.nl/QR-Code-Telephone.aspx) to call to a specific number directly by scanning the code after generating it. Haven't tried it yet.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Check out [Google Goggles](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.unveil), It reads all the readable stuff (barcode, words, numbers).
P.S. it will read numbers for you, then you need to copy and dial that by yourself (but it can Google that number for you).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/25 | 408 | 1,496 | <issue_start>username_0: I had a Sony Xperia C with a 16GB memory card. My internal storage kept filling up which made it unable to update or download any apps. The only apps I had were WhatsApp and Instagram. Sent my phone in. Had to pay for repairs, was in for 6 weeks, and got the phone back but still the same errors.
I got a new phone Huawei G6, a brand new 16GB, and a new Google Play Store account. The phone is set for the default storage location to SD card. Moved all app that I could to an SD card. I only have 10 songs and about 100 pictures. I clear cache every day, probably 500 every day. I really don't know what I'm doing wrong.
Please help.<issue_comment>username_1: I don't think processing an image and extracting the number and calling it a better idea. the OCR processing will not be 100% all the time and it may call a different number at-times.
A QR-code is more reliable than image processing and can be used for this if you dont want to type the number.
A [QRcode Generator site](http://blog.qr4.nl/QR-Code-Telephone.aspx) to call to a specific number directly by scanning the code after generating it. Haven't tried it yet.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Check out [Google Goggles](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.unveil), It reads all the readable stuff (barcode, words, numbers).
P.S. it will read numbers for you, then you need to copy and dial that by yourself (but it can Google that number for you).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/25 | 368 | 1,492 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently added my account on a device so he could access my game app whick is the Clash of Clans (COC)
now that person is controlling my COC using his device and cursing my clann mates via coc chat..<issue_comment>username_1: 1. Go to Google.com or any Google site.
2. Sign into the account you're referring to, if you're not already signed in.
3. Click the circle avatar or photo (a blue person by default) in the very top right corner of the page.
4. Click "Account".
5. Under "Recent Activity", click "Devices".
6. Click the device you're referring to.
7. There should be a big red "Remove" button next to the words "Account access" under this device once you have clicked the device. Click this button.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: * If you are concerned about your Google account being used from other devices or being used by someone else, just check [your security settings](https://security.google.com/settings/security/activity?pli=1) and follow the on-screen instructions to log them off.
* If you are concerned about third-party applications (to which you might have previously authorized) still having access to your account, you can individually revoke their access from [Google security](https://security.google.com/settings/security/permissions).
* If you want to completely erase data (apps, contacts, mail, etc.) from a device you have lost, you can do that from [device manager](https://www.google.com/android/devicemanager).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/25 | 532 | 2,043 | <issue_start>username_0: The Lollipop update for AT&T LG G2 has pretty much destroyed my phone. I'm hoping clearing out every sort of cache might help. But I can't clear the caches the usual ways because (1) the Settings app always crashes when I am in the section where you clear app caches, as does any other app that is made for clearing caches, and (2) restarting into recovery doesn't provide options for clearing any caches. Plus, I'm curious about how to clear ART caches since I haven't found much information about them online. By the way, my phone is not rooted.
So, the question is: How do I clear (1) app caches, (2) individual apps' caches, (3) Dalvik cache (if applicable anymore), and (4) ART cache under these restraints? I'm thinking I'll have to do something via adb, but I can't find info anywhere on how to do it.
Thanks for any help you can provide!<issue_comment>username_1: Yeah, just about killed mine too. Battery life went from excellent to abysmal, which was the most maddening change.
I finally settled for the nuclear option and did a factory reset. That did restore the battery life. I'm not sure if it cleared the caches as well, but I should think it did. Just be sure to back up your files, photos and address book before resetting.
Everything else seems to be working OK, considering I've had to figure out most functions of my phone by trial and error. No doubt about it - Lollipop sucks.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you have root or a **custom** recovery, you can do this using a terminal emulator or `adb`. **BusyBox required.**
```
shell@android:/ $ su
root@android:/ # cd /data/dalvik-cache
root@android:/data/dalvik-cache # find -type f -exec rm -f {} +
root@android:/data/dalvik-cache # cd ../data
root@android:/data/data # find -type d -name '*cache*' -exec rm -rf {} +
```
Note that in Android L, ART has fully replaced dalvik, including cache directories (`/data/dalvik-cache`). The reason for not creating a `/data/art-cache` is probably for compatibility concerns.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/26 | 469 | 1,895 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini running Android 4.4.2 (KitKat), and a computer running Ubuntu 12.04.
When I plug the phone into the computer using the USB cable that came with the phone, the phone gives a notification that says "connected as an installer", and it shows up on my computer as a folder containing some unidentifiable files. When I click the phone notification I can change it to connect as either "Media device (MTP)" or "Camera (PTP)".
When I connect with MTP, the phone shows up on my computer as a folder containing all the same folders that it actually contains (as viewed from ES File Browser on the phone), but from the computer those folders all appear empty.
When I connect with PTP, the phone again shows up on my computer as a folder containing all the correct folders, and this time most of the folders' contents are shown as well. However, only image files seem to be shown (for example, I see .gif, .jpg, and .png files, but not .ogg or .mp4 files).
So, two questions:
1. Is it possible to make the other files show up, or not?
2. If not, is there any app that makes it possible?<issue_comment>username_1: First, when you say unidentifiable files what are you referring to? Second, PTP is only gonna display video based files(exactly the types you listed although .ogg is usually used for ring tones and such). Keep in mind that even though Android is a GNU based operating system, it may sometimes require a few tweeks in the terminal along with ADB to get it functioning properly with your device, hence the computer folders appearing empty.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: You Could try samsung Kies. However it's a horrible piece of software (IMO).
Download Link: [Kies](http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/usefulsoftware/KIES/)
And if that doesn't work try reinstalling your device drivers (which Kies does for you)
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/05/26 | 641 | 2,464 | <issue_start>username_0: The Gutenberg site's [guide to Mobile devices](https://www.gutenberg.org/wiki/Gutenberg:MobileReader_Devices_How-To) doesn't address this question. It recommends the FBReader which I may install if else fails, but I'd prefer to use the Kindle app.
Assuming it is possible, can somebody enumerate the steps to loading a book from the Project Gutenberg site to the Kindle App on my phone?
My phone is a Nexus 4 running Android 4.2.2.<issue_comment>username_1: I figured out one fairly unsatisfactory way to do it:
1. Using phone browser (Chrome), go to [Gutenberg mobile site](http://m.gutenberg.org).
2. Find book ([for example](http://m.gutenberg.org/ebooks/174.mobile)) and download Kindle version.
3. Go to Downloads (under Apps) where you should find the mobi file listed (e.g. `pg174.mobi`).
4. Long touch the file until menu bar appears at top with Share icon.
5. Click Share Icon which will present pop-up menu which should include **Send to Kindle** option.
6. Choose **Send to Kindle** option, which will list the wrong title and author for the book. Edit title and author, checkmark the devices you wish to send it to as well as **Archive in your Kindle Library**, and press send.
The book didn't show up on my device immediately, but within 5 minutes it appeared in the app's home view.
I'm not sure what if any combination of events was required to get it downloaded to my device. I received an email from Amazon informing me that my document had been prepared and providing a link. I clicked that link from my phone. I also visited the store within the Kindle app. I'm not sure whether either of these acts was necessary or sufficient for finally accessing the book from my app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I too tried the method above.
My phone is a Motorola moto 4 plus.
It refused to send to Kindle,
saying there is a problem with the document.
I tried both files with and without images.
In the end I downloaded the EPUB version
which Google books displayed perfectly,
even with images.
username_2
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I just downloaded a Gutenberg.org book (kindle file type) to my phone and emailed to my kindle email address. It put the book on my Kindle app on my Android phone. I added it on my Kindle dedicated ebook reader by going to the cloud and touching the image of the book cover to download.. I'm finding that the page I read to syncs across all my kindle devices.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/26 | 603 | 2,331 | <issue_start>username_0: I have Samsung Galaxy S Duos (GT-S7562) because I want to use ROEHSOFT RAM Expander (SWAP) application to expand my RAM by using SD Card.
Before using this application, I need to be sure if my device support swap or not, and I need to root my phone to check this.
How to root Samsung Galaxy S Duos?<issue_comment>username_1: I figured out one fairly unsatisfactory way to do it:
1. Using phone browser (Chrome), go to [Gutenberg mobile site](http://m.gutenberg.org).
2. Find book ([for example](http://m.gutenberg.org/ebooks/174.mobile)) and download Kindle version.
3. Go to Downloads (under Apps) where you should find the mobi file listed (e.g. `pg174.mobi`).
4. Long touch the file until menu bar appears at top with Share icon.
5. Click Share Icon which will present pop-up menu which should include **Send to Kindle** option.
6. Choose **Send to Kindle** option, which will list the wrong title and author for the book. Edit title and author, checkmark the devices you wish to send it to as well as **Archive in your Kindle Library**, and press send.
The book didn't show up on my device immediately, but within 5 minutes it appeared in the app's home view.
I'm not sure what if any combination of events was required to get it downloaded to my device. I received an email from Amazon informing me that my document had been prepared and providing a link. I clicked that link from my phone. I also visited the store within the Kindle app. I'm not sure whether either of these acts was necessary or sufficient for finally accessing the book from my app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I too tried the method above.
My phone is a Motorola moto 4 plus.
It refused to send to Kindle,
saying there is a problem with the document.
I tried both files with and without images.
In the end I downloaded the EPUB version
which Google books displayed perfectly,
even with images.
username_2
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I just downloaded a Gutenberg.org book (kindle file type) to my phone and emailed to my kindle email address. It put the book on my Kindle app on my Android phone. I added it on my Kindle dedicated ebook reader by going to the cloud and touching the image of the book cover to download.. I'm finding that the page I read to syncs across all my kindle devices.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/26 | 668 | 2,642 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to edit a contact before calling. Let's say I dialed a number by mistake: I don't add 0 for an out-of-state number.
In earlier basic non-smartphones, you had an option in the call history where you could edit the number before calling. So I would just use that it would show me the entire number to edit then I add the zero of change the number if I have typed it wrong.
I just can't find this feature in Android I am searching for this on Google and it seems only those on Windows phones are missing this feature and have posted it in Android forums.
How to edit the number before calling on Android?<issue_comment>username_1: I figured out one fairly unsatisfactory way to do it:
1. Using phone browser (Chrome), go to [Gutenberg mobile site](http://m.gutenberg.org).
2. Find book ([for example](http://m.gutenberg.org/ebooks/174.mobile)) and download Kindle version.
3. Go to Downloads (under Apps) where you should find the mobi file listed (e.g. `pg174.mobi`).
4. Long touch the file until menu bar appears at top with Share icon.
5. Click Share Icon which will present pop-up menu which should include **Send to Kindle** option.
6. Choose **Send to Kindle** option, which will list the wrong title and author for the book. Edit title and author, checkmark the devices you wish to send it to as well as **Archive in your Kindle Library**, and press send.
The book didn't show up on my device immediately, but within 5 minutes it appeared in the app's home view.
I'm not sure what if any combination of events was required to get it downloaded to my device. I received an email from Amazon informing me that my document had been prepared and providing a link. I clicked that link from my phone. I also visited the store within the Kindle app. I'm not sure whether either of these acts was necessary or sufficient for finally accessing the book from my app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I too tried the method above.
My phone is a Motorola moto 4 plus.
It refused to send to Kindle,
saying there is a problem with the document.
I tried both files with and without images.
In the end I downloaded the EPUB version
which Google books displayed perfectly,
even with images.
username_2
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I just downloaded a Gutenberg.org book (kindle file type) to my phone and emailed to my kindle email address. It put the book on my Kindle app on my Android phone. I added it on my Kindle dedicated ebook reader by going to the cloud and touching the image of the book cover to download.. I'm finding that the page I read to syncs across all my kindle devices.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/26 | 687 | 2,861 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using a Moto E. A while ago, my phone decided to show me the following message when downloading apps, despite me having around 300 Mb more than was required:
>
> Error while downloading (Insert app name), Insufficient storage available
>
>
>
After some thorough internet research, I found that the best way to solve the issue was to install the [App Cache Cleaner](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.infolife.cache&hl=en). This worked, and I was able to install apps once more.
However, after a while, the message started appearing again, except this time, it was just:
>
> Error. Insufficient storage available.
>
>
>
I researched this issue, and found that the only possible way to solve it was to clear the data from the Google Play app. This just made things worse, as it has gotten rid of the Google Play Services app, and I cannot do anything without reinstalling, and updating it, which I can obviously not do.
How do I solve this issue?
Edit: I have tried clearing all caches, clearing the Google play data, disabling and re-enabling Google play, deleting apps, and restarting my phone as suggested, all of which have not worked.<issue_comment>username_1: Here's the answer I received from Irulu...
Your settings setup may differ from the setup of Irulu - but the process is the same: Don't delete Google play store or Google play services - just CLEAR DATA.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Sorry for this,we confirmed this problem with our workmate and here is the solution for reference:
1. Go to settings
2. Scroll down on the left side of the screen.
3. Select apps
4. On the right side of the screen, scroll to the left until you cannot scroll any further. You will see the word "ALL" in the top middle of the screen.
5. Scroll down on the right side of the screen.
6. Select "Google Services Framework"
7. Scroll halfway down the page and select "Clear Data" then "ok"
8. Press the back arrow button one time.
9. Select "Google play store"
10. Select "Clear Data" then "OK".
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: this is what i learned from my old 1gb app storage phone. To stop notification of insufficiant storage.
1. clear cache found in setting>storage>internal memory cache.
2. your phone needed some least amount of memory to work(hide notification) which was 150~200mb for me.Try to maintain the storage of 250mb reserved.
3. deleting google play not works.Deleting play service may give you some memory but you will need play service.
if still getting the notification at app install just remove your gmail account and untinstall play store (not play service) to factory version then reinstall/update play store and add account.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/26 | 515 | 1,913 | <issue_start>username_0: 1) How to save the phonebook on the computer ?
2) Transfer phonebook to a new phone (with my computer) ?<issue_comment>username_1: you can backup your phonebook from your mobile and then transfer the .csv file to your computer and then back again into the new device.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: It's most simple to transfer your contacts to your Google account. Any new device you're adding to your Google account will synchronise and get the same contacts. This way you'll also have an online backup so in case your phone dies, you don't have to gather phone numbers.
To do so, follow these steps:
**STEP 1:**
On your phone, go to your contacts and press the menu icon.
Press "Import/Export", select "Export to storage" and press "OK"
A file on the root of your phone storage will be created called something like this: "`00001.vcf`" (this is called a [`vCard`](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VCard))
**STEP 2:**
Go to the following URL on your phone (or computer, but you have to move over the `00001.vcf` file):
<https://www.google.com/contacts/u/0/?cplus=0#contacts> (note: you have to go to this url and not contacts.google.com. There's a preview going on which does not support importing contacts yet)
Choose the file in the following popup and press "Import":
Now that you've uploaded and imported your contacts, you should see your contacts appear on your new phone.
If you've imported the contacts with your phone, you can see the contacts on either one of the following URLS on your computer:
<https://www.google.com/contacts/u/0/?cplus=0#contacts>
<https://contacts.google.com/>
Note: you should be logged into your Google account on your phone.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/26 | 319 | 1,350 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung s4 which easily gets hot even when doing light things and being on power saver mode, low brightness etc I've also tried factory reset
I'm on stock android 4.4
I've installed a temp app and initially the temperature is 26 Celsius and about 29 when browsing internet and about 35 when playing a game it gets hot on top of phone near earpiece
is this normal?<issue_comment>username_1: May be this can work for you. Reformat your micro SD card. Some users have reported that media server can cause the phone to overheat. Save a copy of your files in your microSD card to your computer then reformat if.
Go to Menu Select Settings
Tap More Select Storage Touch Format SD
card Review the message and touch Format SD card Tap Delete all
Remove then reinsert the microSD card afterwards.
If the problem continues, this means that you have a phone defect causing it.For more details you can refer Samsung India site.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If it get really warm (greater than 35C) try Clean Master (like reachrk suggested) and Battery Doctor.
Clean Master will clear the RAM, which when loaded will cause the CPU to overheat dramatically trying to process all the data. Battery Doctor will close all background apps, limiting power consumption and thus reducing heat generation.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/05/26 | 187 | 702 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to hide the installed 3 rd party apps in android. I hided the app icon in app drawer using Nova launcher, but those apps still visible in settings > apps list? Is there any way to hide it from apps list? I am using lollipop 5.0.2 and phone not rooted.<issue_comment>username_1: there's no way to hide an app from apps list in settings unless the phone is rooted.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: For Samsung devices, root is not required. You can do it using app drawer:
1. Click on Apps button on your home screen.
2. Click on menu button( left soft key button).
3. Tap on hide apps and select the apps you want to hide.
Similarly on the HTC devices.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/26 | 688 | 2,674 | <issue_start>username_0: Almost every Android "cleaning" app (such as [SD Maid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.thedarken.sdm)) includes the ability to delete all empty folders.
In operating systems such as Windows, this is generally not a good idea. Windows applications sometimes expect certain folders to be present; although they should handle a deleted folder gracefully, sometimes a deleted empty folder will result in a crash.
Given the number of Android cleaning apps that delete all empty folders, is the story different on Android? Is it safe for the user to delete all empty folders in Android?
*Update:*
* By "all empty folders", I refer to all empty folders inside **/storage/emulated/0**. Note that this does include **/storage/emulated/0/Android/data/\***.
* The folder **/storage/emulated/0**, and its subfolders, can be located on the *internal* memory of an Android device or on an *external* memory Card.
* If you can also provide an answer for all folders beginning at the root, that would be very useful, but is not required.
*(Please, do not diverge answers into a "why would someone want to do that" discussion.)*<issue_comment>username_1: From what I read here: <http://androidforums.com/threads/can-empty-subdirectories-subfolders-be-deleted.324275/>
You can delete empty folders if they are really empty.
Sometimes Android creates folder with invisible files. The way to check if the folder is really empty is using explorer apps like Cabinet or Explorer.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: sometimes empty folders are used as asset staging while an app is running, as well as what's been mentioned. another way to check for hidden files is to get a terminal app, navigate to the directory in question and run the following:
```
ls -a
```
any hidden objects will have a "." prefix. make sure you know that these are not needed by an app, etc. before deleting.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I used a **Galaxy Note 4 SM-910C** from Androids **4.4.4** to **6.0.1**. I actively use *<NAME>* to shred folders and files like DCIM, LazyList, Pictures and some folders with .file or .nomedia, but they keep reappearing and I experience no repercussions.
Thank you.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: You can delete any empty folder in android.
If rooted it gives exclusive permission to file system some times it may misbehave if some folder not found.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: I have rooted android 5.1 smartphone
I deleted all folders in the location u specified except these folders
Android
Whatsapp
DCIM
MOVIES
BLIETOOTH
DOWNLOAD
And its still working fine after 2 months
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/26 | 327 | 1,110 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I clear caches (app, individual apps, Dalvik, ART if possible) via ADB?
Using apps, recovery, or doing it through Settings are not options for me. Also, my phone is not rooted.<issue_comment>username_1: ADB is close, but things like `adb shell pm clear` to clear caches (and data, oops) from selected apps requires root (as would clearing Dalvik cache). But there's a similar approach to just wipe out all app caches (not Dalvik/ART, though): `fastboot erase cache` would do that with the device booted into the bootloader. Details can be found e.g. here: [Useful ADB and Fastboot Commands and How to Use them](https://web.archive.org/web/20160408152243/http://techbeasts.com/useful-adb-and-fastboot-commands-and-how-to-them/2).
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_2: ***If you have root access***, Using adb you can clear cache.
```
rm -r /data/dalvik-cache
rm -r /cache/dalvik-cache
```
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: You can use Zero Cleaner app, it's like cleaning the app catches manually, but it's automatized, and requires accessibility permission.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/05/27 | 766 | 2,973 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a NAS attached to my home router, and the NAS is running a web server. I would like to run the browser on my Android tablet, enter the URL (in my case, diskstation/wordpress) and get the page. This works from my PC, but if I do it from my tablet, I'm redirected to my ISP's search page (i.e. Verizon tries searching for a web site called "diskstation/wordpress").
My tablet has no SIM card, so I know I'm going through my home WiFi router. I'm not sure if I need to configure the DNS on my tablet or change some setting on my router or do something else entirely.
Can anyone help?
Thank you,
Bob<issue_comment>username_1: As you can access the NAS fine via its IP address, the NAS is reachable from your Android device – but the issue is, your Android device cannot resolve its name. That is because Android, by default, always uses Google's name servers, no matter what the DHCP server tells it. You will have to override those settings:
1. Open *Settings* (e.g. from your app drawer) and go to *WiFi*
2. Scroll the list of WiFi APs and long-press the entry of your own WiFi network
3. Chose to edit the entry
4. Tick the check-mark for "Advanced settings"
At this place, you will probably see it has "DHCP" selected. To edit the settings we need to change, you'll have to switch that to a "fixed address".
5. Switch from "DHCP" to "fixed"
6. Check the IP address and make sure it matches your network1
7. Make sure the "default gateway" matches the IP address of your router
8. Change the value of "DNS1" (usually `172.16.17.32`) to your name server (usually the same as your router), but leave "DNS2" (usually `8.8.8.8`) untouched.
9. Save the settings
Now try again: you should be able to access your NAS via its name, the same way you can do from your PC. As we left "DNS2" untouched, names your router cannot resolve will still be resolved via this. Once you have verified it works, you can try switching back to DHCP and check if it still keeps the changed name server, and thus leave the task of managing available IP addresses completely to your router (avoiding address collisions in the future). If switching back to DHCP brings your original issue back, you'll have to stick to "fixed IP".
---
**1:** you can find the original IP address in *Settings › About phone* in the status section
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Thank you username_1. I found another solution:
On my router (a MI424WR) I added a DNS entry for my Synology NAS. For some reason, every device on my network had a DNS entry whose source was DHCP, except for the NAS.
Now I'm able to use the NAS' hostname from my tablet. I've seen some complaints on Synology's forum that DHCP isn't working, and perhaps that's the problem I ran into. What I still don't understand is why my PC was able to use the hostname.
Also, it appears that my tablet is using my router's DNS even though I did not go through the steps you listed.
* username_2
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/27 | 681 | 2,582 | <issue_start>username_0: I have Dell Venue 3830 and I plan to change its runtime from Dalvik to ART. It has Android KitKat 4.4.2. I have 12 gigs of apps.
I want to try ART so I want to know how much time it takes to switch Android runtime?<issue_comment>username_1: As you can access the NAS fine via its IP address, the NAS is reachable from your Android device – but the issue is, your Android device cannot resolve its name. That is because Android, by default, always uses Google's name servers, no matter what the DHCP server tells it. You will have to override those settings:
1. Open *Settings* (e.g. from your app drawer) and go to *WiFi*
2. Scroll the list of WiFi APs and long-press the entry of your own WiFi network
3. Chose to edit the entry
4. Tick the check-mark for "Advanced settings"
At this place, you will probably see it has "DHCP" selected. To edit the settings we need to change, you'll have to switch that to a "fixed address".
5. Switch from "DHCP" to "fixed"
6. Check the IP address and make sure it matches your network1
7. Make sure the "default gateway" matches the IP address of your router
8. Change the value of "DNS1" (usually `192.168.127.12`) to your name server (usually the same as your router), but leave "DNS2" (usually `8.8.8.8`) untouched.
9. Save the settings
Now try again: you should be able to access your NAS via its name, the same way you can do from your PC. As we left "DNS2" untouched, names your router cannot resolve will still be resolved via this. Once you have verified it works, you can try switching back to DHCP and check if it still keeps the changed name server, and thus leave the task of managing available IP addresses completely to your router (avoiding address collisions in the future). If switching back to DHCP brings your original issue back, you'll have to stick to "fixed IP".
---
**1:** you can find the original IP address in *Settings › About phone* in the status section
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Thank you username_1. I found another solution:
On my router (a MI424WR) I added a DNS entry for my Synology NAS. For some reason, every device on my network had a DNS entry whose source was DHCP, except for the NAS.
Now I'm able to use the NAS' hostname from my tablet. I've seen some complaints on Synology's forum that DHCP isn't working, and perhaps that's the problem I ran into. What I still don't understand is why my PC was able to use the hostname.
Also, it appears that my tablet is using my router's DNS even though I did not go through the steps you listed.
* username_2
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/27 | 586 | 2,057 | <issue_start>username_0: I've a Lenovo A 7000 (64-bit) Android mobile. While using [Link2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD&hl=en) app on my rooted mobile, I observed an error after trying to move an app to SD. It says:
>
> WARNING: linker: could not load library "libsigchain.so" from LD\_PRELOAD for "/system/bin/sh"; caused by "libsigchain.so" is 32-bit instead of 64-bit CANNOT LINK EXECUTABLE:....
>
>
>
What does this error mean?<issue_comment>username_1: It basically means that some binary code cannot be executed on your phone. It appears the Link2SD app you use comes with a piece of 32bit software, but your phone is 64bit so it cannot execute the code.
`LD_PRELOAD` is a system variable which basically tells Android what code libraries should be loaded/executed when starting any process or app. It appears `libsigchain.so` was added to this variable, possibly by the Link2SD app itself. When the app tries to execute the system program `/system/bin/sh`, it tries to load the `libsigchain.so` file but fails, apparently because `libsigchain.so` is 32bit.
Another possible cause is that `/system/bin/sh` is 64bit but `ligsigchain.so` is 32bit. Because 32bit and 64bit software operate in a different way, the two can not be combined and the `/system/bin/sh` process cannot start and produces an error.
Either way, not being able to execute `sh` is a mayor problem for most apps working with root permissions as `sh` is used to execute scripts on your device. If you see such an error in other root-apps as well, this might be a problem with your Android ROM.
The solution to this might be either a software update from Lenovo or from a new version of the app. Try reporting the issue to the app developer, maybe he/she can give you the exact details.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: PM the app developers and tell them to add this to their app:
```
export LD_LIBRARY_PATH=/system/lib64:/system/lib
```
The Link2Sd dev fixed this in the latest beta (`Link2SD-release-4.0.12.beta5`).
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/27 | 377 | 1,467 | <issue_start>username_0: Is it possible to block calls starting with a specific number? For instance, I want to block calls from numbers starting with 1408 as they are all spam calls. The digits following these four, keep changing.<issue_comment>username_1: I only found ONE call blocker that is capable to block patterns (which is important for me). It is [embware Call Blocker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=embware.phoneblocker), it can block or enable numbers with Match criteria: starts with, ends with, or include specific numbers.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: If you're looking for a free *and* ad-free/in-app-purchase-free app, you can use the open-source [NoPhoneSpam](https://gitlab.com/bitfireAT/NoPhoneSpam/), which is available on F-Droid (though not Google Play). It supports blocking calls from individual numbers and from numbers that match a pattern with wildcards.
This is especially useful for blocking "prefix spoofing" calls, that appear to start with the area code and exchange (next 3 digits) of your phone number, but really are from random law-breaking telemarketer bots.
Upvotes: 5 <issue_comment>username_3: [TrueCaller](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.truecaller) also allows this. Steps to take on an Android phone:
1. Open TrueCaller
2. Settings
3. Block
4. View my block list
5. Press the plus button in bottom-right
6. Block a number series
7. Enter the first six of your number
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/27 | 543 | 1,964 | <issue_start>username_0: In fact my WiFi DO HAVE Internet access, but for some reason it keeps telling me I don't and won't automatically reconnect to it. Now I have to manually reconnect every time.
So, is it possible to disable Internet access detection of WiFi networks?
I'm using CyanogenMod 12.1.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/V3XZo.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/GBfC3.png)
(click to enlarge image)
I've tried [disabling captive portal detection](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/100659/110281), still no luck.<issue_comment>username_1: If you open the menu in the wifi network list, you should be able to select 'Advanced' for the advanced wifi settings. Then try disabling the checkbox 'Avoid poor connections'. Even if Android thinks your wifi is too slow/not good enough, it should still connect and work like it should.
Keep in mind that disabling the checkbox will cause your device to try maintaining a connection to your router, even if the reception is very weak or the throughput is very low, which can affect your battery life.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/GPzJ0.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/P69Em.png)
(click to enlarge image)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If your device is rooted, and have a firewall installed, you need to grant network access to Setup Wizard app (ID # 1000), so it can resolve the Google look up. I verified this in my situation by turning off and on my firewall, and checking the firewall logs.
I did not mess up with any editing of the captive portal settings. If you have the same problem, you have to forget the Wi-Fi networks in order for the SSID to be cleared. Once you grant network access to the Setup Wizard app in your firewall, the admiration point will disappear.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/27 | 364 | 1,289 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an HTC One M9 (Verizon). I regularly use the hotspot to give my laptop internet while commuting. However, I have noticed that while using hotspot, if I make or receive a phone call, internet connectivity through the hotspot stops (the laptop stays connected to the hotspot, but has no internet access) for the duration of the call, and is instantly restored the moment the call ends.
Why does this happen, and, if possible, how can it be fixed? I would like to be to use hotspot and make a phone call at the same time. My previous HTC One M8 (Verizon) did not suffer from this problem.
I also haven't been able to find much about this while Googling, though I can't tell if it's because my problem is rare or because the search terms are just too general.
(P.S. someone should make an `htc-one-m9` tag for the site)<issue_comment>username_1: For what ever reason the M9 doesn't support SVLTE(simultaneous voice and LTE). The M8 did.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I asked @VZWSupport about it. They echoed what @username_1 says, but also said that turning on "Advanced Calling" would enable SVLTE.
[See the conversation on Twitter](https://twitter.com/MattHerbst_/status/603604158097334272?cn=cmVwbHk%3D&refsrc=email)
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/27 | 259 | 943 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung trend plus.
When I plug the earphones, the phone recognizes the connection and shows the earphone icon and gives the earphones connected massage. Then automaticaly starts music, which is not normal. But the sound comes from phone's speakers instead of earphones. I can barely hear the music coming from the speakers. And even in full volume setting, it has very low volume. I tried the earphones in my computer so it's not earphone problem. I tried restarting...<issue_comment>username_1: For what ever reason the M9 doesn't support SVLTE(simultaneous voice and LTE). The M8 did.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I asked @VZWSupport about it. They echoed what @username_1 says, but also said that turning on "Advanced Calling" would enable SVLTE.
[See the conversation on Twitter](https://twitter.com/MattHerbst_/status/603604158097334272?cn=cmVwbHk%3D&refsrc=email)
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/27 | 926 | 3,447 | <issue_start>username_0: I just today updated my unlocked, rooted HTC One M7 as usual, by
* flashing the stock recovery
* rebooting and downloading / installing the system update
The update went over without any problems, but after the update completed, it did not complete the boot process any more. It's stuck at the boot-logo of htc, after displaying the carriers logo. Forcing it to shut down and go in to the bootloader works fine, aswell as opening the recovery (both the stock one, and the custom one [TWRP]). However, no matter how many times I try to reboot, no success.
Normally in this situation, I would obviously just restore a previously made Nandroid backup, but since I am asking this question, well, you guessed it.. I felt too comfortable with the process and skipped the step of creating one.
I am really, really hoping that there is a way to fix this issue without having to lose my data.
---
Some additional information;
* CID: VODAP110
* OS before update: 7.18.161.2 (Dito for stock recovery)
* OS after update: 7.18.161.21
* Unlocked and S-OFF
* H-BOOT: 1.61.0000
* RADIO: 4T.35.3218.16
(It is an m7\_ul variant, so nothing un-standard there)
---
EDIT: Due to the necessity of me being able to use my phone I gave up and chose the easy way out -> recovery, through a nandroid backup a few months back. However, if someone still finds an answer to this, I am very happy to accept it, for future viewers.<issue_comment>username_1: Just found this thread because I was looking for the changes the update did.
I can't give you an answer you are maybe looking for of how to fix this, but just a question before:
How long did you wait?
My phone is not rooted but I noticed, that it took really long until the boot was over (got stuck at the htc boot logo like yours too)
I was waiting a little bit for about 3 or 4 minutes and then went away. When I came back it was finished. But for sure it took longer than usually.
Hope this will help you maybe.
Greetings from germany
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can either completely redownload completely stock rom and flash that, or better install a custom rom from xda.
In case you decide to go with custom rom (which are better than stock mostly), here's what you have to do->
1) Download any custom rom such as cyanogenmod.
2) Set up [ADB](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979).
3) Boot your phone into wtrp recovery and use this command in adb-> `adb push NameAndPathToTheRomYouDownloaded.zip /sdcard/`
This will put the custom rom into your sdcard.
4) Wipe system, data, cache, dalvic (no need to wipe internal storage).
5) Install zip and point it to zip in 3rd step in sdcard and flash it. Reboot.
If you want to use stock rom, then use google search and follow the methods of unrooting process, thats how stock roms are installed. But again, custom roms are mostly much better maintained and more stable. You can also first flash custom rom, since use of adb with that is easier, than follow unroot method and flash back to complete stock. I wish I could give you complete details about stock rom flashing, but I have never owned an htc and dont know how their flash tools/methods work for stock roms.
EDIT: Since you factory resetted, did that fix it? Often data before ota does cause problems so its always recommended to factory reset after ota, but that dirty data should never be the reason for a bootloop.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/05/27 | 592 | 2,290 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm aware there are a large number of data monitoring apps for android but as far as I can see, they all include wi-fi usage in the total.
Since my wi-fi usage is unmetered, I only want to monitor 3g mobile data usage. is there an app that can do this?<issue_comment>username_1: Just found this thread because I was looking for the changes the update did.
I can't give you an answer you are maybe looking for of how to fix this, but just a question before:
How long did you wait?
My phone is not rooted but I noticed, that it took really long until the boot was over (got stuck at the htc boot logo like yours too)
I was waiting a little bit for about 3 or 4 minutes and then went away. When I came back it was finished. But for sure it took longer than usually.
Hope this will help you maybe.
Greetings from germany
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can either completely redownload completely stock rom and flash that, or better install a custom rom from xda.
In case you decide to go with custom rom (which are better than stock mostly), here's what you have to do->
1) Download any custom rom such as cyanogenmod.
2) Set up [ADB](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979).
3) Boot your phone into wtrp recovery and use this command in adb-> `adb push NameAndPathToTheRomYouDownloaded.zip /sdcard/`
This will put the custom rom into your sdcard.
4) Wipe system, data, cache, dalvic (no need to wipe internal storage).
5) Install zip and point it to zip in 3rd step in sdcard and flash it. Reboot.
If you want to use stock rom, then use google search and follow the methods of unrooting process, thats how stock roms are installed. But again, custom roms are mostly much better maintained and more stable. You can also first flash custom rom, since use of adb with that is easier, than follow unroot method and flash back to complete stock. I wish I could give you complete details about stock rom flashing, but I have never owned an htc and dont know how their flash tools/methods work for stock roms.
EDIT: Since you factory resetted, did that fix it? Often data before ota does cause problems so its always recommended to factory reset after ota, but that dirty data should never be the reason for a bootloop.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/05/27 | 351 | 1,322 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm in a weird predicament with my Nexus 5. I rooted easily when I first got it then 5.1 was rolling out and I really wanted to upgrade and did, then I was able to reapply the root access but didn't *really* use anything required root access enough to care. Now my OTA is ready for 5.1.1 so I clicked install (when the notification popped up) and it went into the recovery bit which is the twrp mod and cuts of the rest of the install process. I think. Can i remove twrp without losing my phones data and apply this update or is there an easier work around perhaps? My boot loader is also unlocked, I just really can't be bothered to flash a new ROM (although cataclysm looks fun) and then sort out all my apps and settings again.<issue_comment>username_1: Yes, you can just flash the recovery and you won't lose any data.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Download the 5.1 [factory image](https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#hammerheadlmy47i), Then extract the `tgz`, you will find a `zip` file, copy `recovery.img` to the same directory that have the `fastboot` file
Reboot to `bootloader` and connect to PC then open `terminal` or `cmd` 'Windows' and type that:
`fastboot flash recovery recovery.img`
then enter, then wait to finish and now everything is good!
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/28 | 410 | 1,385 | <issue_start>username_0: My phone storage is 8GB but my phone showing I have System storage is 1.5 & Internal storage is 1GB. Please how I fix it.<issue_comment>username_1: You cant repartition using adb. You will have to use Odin (the samsung flash tool).
Get Odin.
Download or create partition information file (PIT) and flash that using odin.
Ofcourse your data will be wiped out.
If you decide or have to create partition file yourself, you can use [EFS professional](http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s2/orig-development/tool-updated-09-06-14-efs-professional-t1308546)/[PIT Magic](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916936) for that. Just be extra careful and make sure you do your research. Corrupt partition data is never a good thing.
Also, I kinda didnt get how you could get just 1 GB as usable internal memory, it will probably help if you connect your phone to adb and run the command `adb shell df`and post here output. But again, if you feel like you must repartition, go ahead.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You may try another app named [AppMgr III](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.a0soft.gphone.app2sd) and clear all the data using that app, or go with any other storage analyser app. I used [Link2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD) and AppMgr for my Samsung Galaxy Grand 2.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/28 | 614 | 2,219 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm on a HTC Droid DNA with 4.4.2, not rooted. My battery is going down really fast. When I look in power settings it shows that the main offender is Android System with 92% of power usage. I know that android system is a collection of apps, so how do I figure out which ones are doing this?
It's only been bad like this for the last few weeks. Before that I usually had no problem making it through the day.
**I'm hoping there is a way to find the culprit without having to guess.**
Since it may be more than one sub system at fault, and since there isn't an easy way to determine battery usage outside of controlled conditions, I don't want to have to shut off a system, wait a day to see if it *seems* like things have gotten better, and then move on to the next one, hoping to divine the correct sequence by chance, while taking normal usage into account.
I'd try Better Battery Stats, but I don't think it will work right since I'm not rooted.<issue_comment>username_1: You cant repartition using adb. You will have to use Odin (the samsung flash tool).
Get Odin.
Download or create partition information file (PIT) and flash that using odin.
Ofcourse your data will be wiped out.
If you decide or have to create partition file yourself, you can use [EFS professional](http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s2/orig-development/tool-updated-09-06-14-efs-professional-t1308546)/[PIT Magic](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916936) for that. Just be extra careful and make sure you do your research. Corrupt partition data is never a good thing.
Also, I kinda didnt get how you could get just 1 GB as usable internal memory, it will probably help if you connect your phone to adb and run the command `adb shell df`and post here output. But again, if you feel like you must repartition, go ahead.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You may try another app named [AppMgr III](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.a0soft.gphone.app2sd) and clear all the data using that app, or go with any other storage analyser app. I used [Link2SD](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD) and AppMgr for my Samsung Galaxy Grand 2.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/28 | 843 | 2,913 | <issue_start>username_0: I wanted to sideload Android 5.1.1 (currently running 5.1) to my Nexus 5.
I've sideloaded before and it's really easy, but now I've ran into a weird problem I can't seem to fix. The Nexus 5 is completely stock.
I connected my phone with the USB cable it came with onto my desktop computer (Windows 8.1) with the USB driver (08/28/2014,11.0.0000.00000) installed and USB debugging is turned on.
`adb devices` showed me a device, `adb reboot recovery` worked, but then Windows didn't want to find any USB device attached.
No sound, no nothing. It did not appear in the Device Manager (also not under the "Other devices" section)
Tried my laptop (running also Windows 8.1 with the same driver), but didn't want to recognise the device either. So, exact same problem.
After hours of searching the internet, I came across several potential solutions which I've tried but not succeeded with.
[Koush's universal USB driver installer](https://plus.google.com/u/0/103583939320326217147/posts/BQ5iYJEaaEH) & [Universal Naked Driver](http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/development/adb-fb-apx-driver-universal-naked-t2513339) both did not work for me.
Then I tried following the steps in [this](http://blog.dantup.com/2012/10/fixing-adb-device-not-found-with-nexus-7-in-recovery-mode/) article, which tells you to change the `INF` file of the driver.
I've added various lines of code and installed it after disabling the driver signature check in Windows, but did not succeed.
The article tells you to add this line:
```
%CompositeAdbInterface% = USB_Install, USB\VID_18D1&PID_D001
```
But that did not work for me. After reading this in the article:
```
The ID I saw in device manager against the Nexus was
USB\VID_18D1&PID_D001, which didn't turn a lot up in Google!
```
I found my ID in the Device Manager when the device was booted into Android, changed the last part of the line, but that did not work in the end either.
I've tried using another cable as well, though I don't think that's the issue. It's plugged in quite firm and the device is being recognised in Android and the bootloader immediately.
Who can help me out?
Edit:
I just got the update through OTA, but I still would like to know why my computers act like the N5 isn't plugged at all when in Recovery mode.<issue_comment>username_1: it sounds like you don't have the correct drivers installed. there is a third-party windows based toolkit that runs a setup wizard available online. makes the driver install very easy. [you can download it here.](http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Okay, this is no daily task. I forgot two steps...
1. When in recovery mode, press the power button and volume up.
A new screen will popup.
2. Select "Apply update from ADB"
Sorry peeps. Hope this will help some people though.. Maybe...
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/28 | 1,582 | 6,379 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an LG G2-D800 running 4.4.2 KitKat and it is rooted using an app called Stump Root. I have been trying to flash a new ROM onto it and every time it boots into recovery, it boots into the android recovery, even though I have flashed it using Clockwork Mod and TWRP Manager.
Can anyone help with this and suggest good ROMs to flash to it?<issue_comment>username_1: Some stock ROM's may replace the custom recovery with the stock recovery. To solve it you should install the custom recovery with `fastboot` and reboot to recovery and don't reboot to system. That will prevent the stock ROM from replacing the custom recovery.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Its because stock roms come with their own recovery. That will always replace custom recovery. To prevent this, whenever you download a rom, open its tar or zip or whatever format is there with winrar and delete the recovery image inside it (if its zip file, then open it and go to system/etc and delete "recovery.img" and if its tar file, again open it and delete the recovery.img or any file with similar name. Keyword here is `recovery`).
The next step is to edit out the scripts so it doesnt give error on missing recovery image. For zip file, the android flash script is inside META-INF/com/google/android/ and you need to edit the file "updater-script". Now various rom builders use various methods to flash recovery using script, so there isnt any specific way really, but look for any line that resembles something that means "copy/flash recovery.img" and delete that line.
For ex in one of the roms I downloaded, recovery was flashed using this command->
```
package_extract_file("system/etc/recovery.img", "/dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/by-name/recovery")
```
You can clearly see that its extracting recovery image to some location, so delete this line. Then save file inside zip and flash it. Your recovery wont be changed.
For roms in tar or any other format, it should normally be some batch file which carries flash instructions. Again, open it and remove line corresponding to flash recovery.
This may sound haphazard, but try it first before deciding difficulty, its relatively easy ;) All you need to do is just edit the script that controls flashing.
One more thing, if you have lost your recovery, you can flash it using `fastboot`.
First, follow [guide here](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979) to set up adb and fastboot.
Next, connect phone to pc with usb debugging enabled. Then open command prompt and enter these commands->
```
fastboot erase recovery
fastboot flash recovery PathToRecoveryFileAndItsName.img
```
For ex if my recovery file lies in D:/Recovery folder, then I would use->
```
fastboot flash recovery D:/Recovery/TWRPblabla.img
```
Good luck and hope this helps.
Here's more detail on how to deal with this in case of stock roms:
**HOW TO PREVENT STOCK ROM FROM OVERWRITING RECOVERY:**
In stock roms, the general procedure used is to put in a recovery image file. For ex if you open a stock rom archive in winrar, you will see some image file with name and extension similar to "recovery.img". This is stock recovery, you delete this file. Now similarly, we need to edit flash scripts so it doesnt go berserk on not finding recovery image. It actually depends how stock rom is flashed (or rather what method it uses). Some need individual parts flashing (system is flashed separately and recovery is flashed separately and boot or kernel separately, like in samsungs). In this case you can simply skip step for flashing recovery and no script editing is needed. But if its using some script (like nexus stock roms have a batch file script), you will have to edit that script. Its usually batchfile. Open the file in notepad and remove the lines that lead to recovery flashing. To help you identify these lines, look for words like `recovery` or `recovery.img` since it actually depends on how stock rom flash script is made. For ex in my nexus 4. the stock rom I downloaded flashed recovery using fastboot as->
```
fastboot erase recovery
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
```
Here, as you can see its actually first erasing my recovery, we dont want that either. So I remove these two lines. First, to prevent it from erasing my already inserted recovery, second to prevent it from flashing and over-riding my recovery with a new one. So you must also look out for such lines that may overwrite the recovery. As I said, you can simply search for keyword `recovery` in script if you are having difficulty in finding such line.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Hello i just had a personal experience with my Asus zenfone selfie Z00T Stock recovery kept replacing TWRP. (Boot loader already unlocked)
This is how i got around it i downloaded the latest TWRP for my device and placed directly in minimal adb and fastboot app folder then i renamed it to recovery .
then i put my device in fastboot mode using the buttons on the phone and
After i ran minimal adb and fastboot app as admin then i typed fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
once done i then i typed fastboot boot recovery.img. and my phone booted to twrp recovery then i selected reboot recovery directly on my phone and to finish reboot system (still in twrp) that's it.
(OEM commands to boot from fastboot to recovery do not work on some devices )
it only worked for me eventually because i downloaded the latest TWRP from the official TWRP website.
The idea is to flash the custom recovery and then booting from the custom recovery.img that you just used to flash (the one still on the pc) using minimal adb and fastboot app.
IT may not work on all devices as the commands may change from one device to another but the idea stays the same.
(example for nexus fastboot -c "lge.kcal=0|0|0|x" boot recovery.img)
I hope this will help some people out.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: There is an easy step... I used it to boot in to rec on my N910g (note4)
1 .flash the custom rec using odin (it was TWRP 2.8.7.0 for me)
2. As soon as the device restarts after flashing press and hold menue button and volume up button (this should be so quick, u have to press buttons as quick as the screen get Black screen)
repeat the steps it will work.(remember to flash the rec again and again when u repeat steps
:D
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/28 | 586 | 2,099 | <issue_start>username_0: The phone Micromax Yu Yuphoria already comes with Cyanogen Mod OS v12. Does this mean I can uninstall unwanted pre-installed apps or do I have to root the device?<issue_comment>username_1: Having Cyanogenmod installed does not mean that your device has been rooted per se.
You can check if you're rooted by checking the Settings. In Cyanogenmod there is a built-in superuser manager:
If still unsure, install [Root Checker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.joeykrim.rootcheck).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: First of all, a correction is required in the question. The device maker Micromax has partnership with Cyanogen Inc. to ship an OS into the former's YU series devices.
### What does it mean to me?
Cyanogenmod is a community driven open source Android based ROM. Cyanogen OS (installed in Yureka and [Yuphoria](http://www.amazon.in/b?ie=UTF8&node=6612057031)) is a proprietary ROM based on Cyanogenmod, owned by Cyanogen Inc., and is used in all those devices that you hear nowadays ships with Cyanogen. (I repeat the stock ROM is not Cyanogenmod but Cyanogen OS.)
>
> Does this mean I can uninstall unwanted pre-installed apps or do I have to root the device?
>
>
>
It means nothing unless one of the partners clear the fog here. Micromax in its Yureka device allowed the users to root it without issues of voiding its warranty, but the device wasn't shipped with an unlocked bootloader, let alone being rooted. There can be multiple reasons why OEMs do not prefer to ship an unlocked/rooted device. Major is the integrity of the phone itself which can be compromised before it reaches user's hands. (Google them)
### So, what do I do?
It means you should ask the OEM or Cyanogen Inc. to reveal details, or perhaps, they are already their on web which you may need to search using Google. :)
Ultimately, given the background of the OEM here, do not expect the device's bootloader pre-unlocked or the ROM rooted.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/28 | 280 | 1,127 | <issue_start>username_0: When my phone rings my screen is black - to unlock I have to press the button on the lefthand side which then ends the call.It used to automatically show the caller id but since an update I am unable to answer any calls :(. Hope some-one is able to help me please. Thank you<issue_comment>username_1: First go to `Settings -> Apps -> Disabled`(Tab). If you can find Dialer or Phone please enable it and then check after restarting your phone.
If your Phone/Dialer app is not disabled then try these steps,
1. Settings -> Apps -> All(Tab) -> Dialer
2. Clear Cache and Clear Data
3. Disable it and restart phone and Re-enable the Dialer app.
If problem persists you can for emergency purpose attend calls using your motorola headset.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Honestly, without proper logcat pointing to exact bug is difficult. But it could be a rom bug most likely.
Anyway, you can go to `Settings->Acessbility` and there somewhere in calls options should be an option `Power button ends calls` disable it and your power button will no longer cut calls on power button press.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/28 | 233 | 952 | <issue_start>username_0: I don't use Facebook app (browsed on Google Chrome), but I use its Messenger app. Where can I find the saved images from Facebook Messenger app?<issue_comment>username_1: If you are using Chrome Browser then you can view it in your Downloads folder. If you are using Facebook Messenger App then you should be able to view the photos in you Gallery app. Internally when using Facebook messenger, it hides the downloaded photos inside the system. You have to have a rooted phone to access those hidden files. Its in the hidden root directory,
```
data/data/com.facebook.orca/cache
```
you have to copy the folder to a directory and rename the `.image` files to `.jpg` files.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Facebook Messenger saves photos to `$EXTERNAL_STORAGE/Pictures/Messenger`. That variable depends on your device, but on mine it is `/storage/sdcard0` which is also pointed to by the `/sdcard` symlink.
Upvotes: 4 |
2015/05/28 | 318 | 1,230 | <issue_start>username_0: I just purchased a few refurbished Samsung (S3, S4, S5) devices from Gazelle for a testing lab I'm organizing. The product listings for each said they had Android 4.2, 4.3, and 4.4 respectively. However, when they arrived and booted up, they all appear to have 4.4.2 installed. Factory reset seems to only reset to version 4.4.2. Is there a way to (without rooting) revert the devices back to previous versions of Android?<issue_comment>username_1: If you are using Chrome Browser then you can view it in your Downloads folder. If you are using Facebook Messenger App then you should be able to view the photos in you Gallery app. Internally when using Facebook messenger, it hides the downloaded photos inside the system. You have to have a rooted phone to access those hidden files. Its in the hidden root directory,
```
data/data/com.facebook.orca/cache
```
you have to copy the folder to a directory and rename the `.image` files to `.jpg` files.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Facebook Messenger saves photos to `$EXTERNAL_STORAGE/Pictures/Messenger`. That variable depends on your device, but on mine it is `/storage/sdcard0` which is also pointed to by the `/sdcard` symlink.
Upvotes: 4 |
2015/05/28 | 2,374 | 6,146 | <issue_start>username_0: Android "M" was officially announced on at the Google I/O conference on May 28, 2015 and revealed to be 6.0 Marshmallow on August 17, 2015.
You can review the high-level changes at the [Android website](http://www.android.com/versions/marshmallow-6-0/) and the announcement on the official [Android blog](http://officialandroid.blogspot.com/2015/10/get-ready-for-sweet-taste-of-android-60.html).
Of course, not all devices will get this update right away and others won't get it at all. Each manufacturer and carrier often choose to add their custom modifications which tend to delay the official release.
**When will each device get Android 6.0, either officially or unofficially, if ever?**
See also:
* [When will my device get the Android 5.1 update (Lollipop)?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/102043)
* [When will my device get the Android 7.0 update (Nougat)?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/139232/1465)<issue_comment>username_1: This community wiki will list all of the known and rumored dates for devices. If you have an update make sure to follow the format that's been established, and the following guidelines:
1. Keep devices in alphabetical order listing the manufacturer and model
2. Specify if the date is confirmed or rumored and **link to the source**
3. If there is an unofficial release, link to the site where it can be downloaded
Phones
======
HTC
---
* **Butterfly 3** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Desire 816** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Desire 820** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Desire 826** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One E8** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One E9** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One E9+** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M7**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M8** - *by the end of 2015* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M8 EYE** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M9** - *by the end of 2015* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M9+** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One ME** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
LG
--
* **Nexus 4**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Nexus 5**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Motorola
--------
* **DROID Turbo** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto G** and **Moto G with 4G LTE** (2nd generation) - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto G (3rd generation)** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto MAXX** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **2014 Moto Turbo** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto X (2nd generation)** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
+ Pure Edition in the US
+ in Latin America, Europe and Asia
* **Moto X (3rd generation)** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
+ Pure Edition
+ Style
+ Play
* **Nexus 6**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
OnePlus
-------
* **OnePlus One**
+ **Cyanogen OS** - *in first quarter of 2016* - ([Source](https://forums.oneplus.net/posts/14021027))
+ **OxygenOS** - *no fixed date confirmed, but not in 2015* - ([Source](https://forums.oneplus.net/posts/14021027))
* **OnePlus Two** - *in first quarter of 2016* - ([Source](https://forums.oneplus.net/posts/14021027))
Tablets
=======
Asus
----
* **Nexus 7 (2012)**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Nexus 7 (2013)** - 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
HTC
---
* **Nexus 9**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Samsung
-------
* **Nexus 10**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Other
=====
* **Nexus Player**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Seems too early estimate carrier device deployments. For Nexus devices, there is a tad more info. According to the [Android developer's site](http://developer.android.com/preview/overview.html), here's the expected OTA schedule for Android M releases:
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/29 | 2,451 | 6,540 | <issue_start>username_0: Does anyone have any information about Nexus 6 (and its "brothers") real display performance? I'm worried about [PWM](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pulse-width_modulation)/flickering, that usually exists in AMOLED displays and makes them completely unusable for me. (For example, all recent Samsung phones have flickering issue and because of that they are unusable). And Nexus 6 has AMOLED, if I understood right — but I couldn't find any details about it on the Internet yet.
It would be especially great if you have proofs (high-speed camera recordings, for example).
*A good article about what is PWM and how to test it:* <http://tftcentral.co.uk/articles/pulse_width_modulation.htm>
Update
======
I've found this test result in a review:
It implies that above 30% brightness level the flickering must be (almost) absent. But it's not a complete answer, because
* it's unknown what's the real brightness at 30% and how much it differs from 100%, and is PWM completely inactive when brightness is above say 40% (the graphs show that at 30% there are indeed pulsations)
* is it possible to lock the brightness setting in such a way that it's forced to stay ≥ 40% for example<issue_comment>username_1: This community wiki will list all of the known and rumored dates for devices. If you have an update make sure to follow the format that's been established, and the following guidelines:
1. Keep devices in alphabetical order listing the manufacturer and model
2. Specify if the date is confirmed or rumored and **link to the source**
3. If there is an unofficial release, link to the site where it can be downloaded
Phones
======
HTC
---
* **Butterfly 3** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Desire 816** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Desire 820** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Desire 826** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One E8** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One E9** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One E9+** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M7**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M8** - *by the end of 2015* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M8 EYE** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M9** - *by the end of 2015* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One M9+** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **One ME** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
LG
--
* **Nexus 4**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Nexus 5**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Motorola
--------
* **DROID Turbo** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto G** and **Moto G with 4G LTE** (2nd generation) - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto G (3rd generation)** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto MAXX** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **2014 Moto Turbo** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Moto X (2nd generation)** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
+ Pure Edition in the US
+ in Latin America, Europe and Asia
* **Moto X (3rd generation)** - *announced* - ([source](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
+ Pure Edition
+ Style
+ Play
* **Nexus 6**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
OnePlus
-------
* **OnePlus One**
+ **Cyanogen OS** - *in first quarter of 2016* - ([Source](https://forums.oneplus.net/posts/14021027))
+ **OxygenOS** - *no fixed date confirmed, but not in 2015* - ([Source](https://forums.oneplus.net/posts/14021027))
* **OnePlus Two** - *in first quarter of 2016* - ([Source](https://forums.oneplus.net/posts/14021027))
Tablets
=======
Asus
----
* **Nexus 7 (2012)**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
* **Nexus 7 (2013)** - 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
HTC
---
* **Nexus 9**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Samsung
-------
* **Nexus 10**: *Never* ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Other
=====
* **Nexus Player**: 2015-10-05 ([confirmed](http://lifehacker.com/every-phone-thats-getting-updated-to-android-marshmallo-1734676576))
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Seems too early estimate carrier device deployments. For Nexus devices, there is a tad more info. According to the [Android developer's site](http://developer.android.com/preview/overview.html), here's the expected OTA schedule for Android M releases:
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/29 | 359 | 1,324 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a samsung galaxy A5 running android 4.4.4. I've seen many kitkat devices having the text "say ok google" on the google search widget in the home screen. How can I get that? It gives the look of a flagship and is awesome.<issue_comment>username_1: If I remember correctly it requires Samsung to enable something. You could try going into the Google app and have a poke around (`settings` -> `voice` -> `OK Google detection`) and see if there's an option there. If not install the Google Now Launcher which does the OK Google from home screen.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/oD5MY.jpg)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/dK10I.jpg)
Click image for larger version
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I figured out a way. I uninstalled the updates of the google app in my device and re-installed the latest version from the play stoore. Then the text appeared. Once I activate ok google detection form "any screen" the text disappears.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Text in my widget comes and goes. When it is gone I do this to bring it back: I go into settings and reduce text size. I do not know why it works. I then restore size, and the text remains visible for several days.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/29 | 689 | 2,245 | <issue_start>username_0: As soon as I got home after the Android M image was available, I (of course) flashed it to my Nexus 5, following all the usual procedure (e.g. wiping Dalvik and Cache). Now it's been stuck on the flying dot sequence for a long time (20-30 minutes). Has that happened to anyone else?<issue_comment>username_1: I'd be willing to bet you need to do a factory reset, not just a wipe of cache. Generally that's required for the preview images, and if you don't, you end up with exactly what you just reported.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Second the above:
```
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot erase userdata
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot erase cache
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot erase system
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot flash system system.img
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot flash cache cache.img
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
[user@name]:~/hammerhead-MPZ44Q$ fastboot flash userdata userdata.img
```
should do the trick.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: In my case all I had to do was unplug the device from the USB cable, and it finished booting.
If it's not you case, you can try:
Wiping the cache partition and wiping the the user data (factory reset).
You can do it by shutting down the cell phone, booting in fastmode (vol down + power) and selecting recovery. You will have to press power and after 1 second, press volume up to show the recovery menu, where you can do the wipe.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: I ran into this issue with my nexus 5 with the Chainfire SuperSU. If you're using that, the short answer is that there's a [special boot.img](http://androiding.how/root-marshmallow-supersu-2-50-selinux-enforcing/) to use. Also, make sure to use a pretty recent SuperSU (i used [BETA-SuperSU-v2.50.zip](https://download.chainfire.eu/741/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.50.zip). You can plug the phone into your computer and reboot it into the boot loader and fastboot load the boot image and then also adb sideload the new SuperSU.
[Here](https://www.reddit.com/r/Nexus5/comments/3oum27/nexus_5_stuck_on_a_boot_loop_after_marshmallow/cwcplhd) are the steps I took in more details.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/29 | 330 | 1,199 | <issue_start>username_0: I updated and am now running 4.4.2, and was surprised by the update:
* The arrow keys I had now don't exist. I need them.
* Also, when it gets a word wrong, I cannot back-delete characters, it just deletes the entire word.
Is there any way out of this?<issue_comment>username_1: >
> The arrow keys I had now don't exist.
>
>
>
It's probably because the update also updated the keyboard app which no longer now has arrow keys implemented. There is a way though, you can always use third-party keyboard apps from Play Store. Many do have arrow keys: [Hacker's Keyboard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.pocketworkstation.pckeyboard) is an example, and [SwiftKey](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.touchtype.swiftkey) is another example.
>
> Also, when it gets a word wrong, I cannot back-delete characters, it
> just deletes the entire word.
>
>
>
This is because of autocorrect. You can disable it in keyboard settings by going to `Settings -> Language and Input` and check your keyboard's settings.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can delete individual letters by pressing Space once and then backspaceing
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/29 | 430 | 1,605 | <issue_start>username_0: I have just executed a Tap & Go setup moving from Nexus 4 (Android 5.1.1) to OnePlus One (Android 5.0.2). It seems to be working all fine except for the fact that the setup misses the majority of apps installed on the Nexus 4.
**Update**: Followed TurboFools suggestion. Turns out that restoration is not using the device from the NFC connection. In fact, I missed the new lollipop restoration process on my first try now the new device only restores from its own backup. I am using the proper account. My other devices do not even show up as alternative options. Removing the new device from menu in the play store did not help.
Am I lost?
Any idea how to restore from the other (Nexus 4) device?<issue_comment>username_1: I've had hit or miss luck with this myself. I've had MUCH better results by skipping tap-and-go, causing it to let me pick from a list of previous devices, showing the date they were last used, and then allows me to view the entire list of apps it will download and individually uncheck the ones I don't want, or deselect all and then select the few I do. More granular and seems more reliable.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Seems as of today, it is not possible to restore a 5.1 lollipop backup to a 5.0 device. :(
[Backups not showing up for the restore process in Lollipop](https://productforums.google.com/forum/m/#!topic/nexus/cy6DoHSbDmA "Backups not showing up for the restore process in Lollipop")
Latest CM 12.1 snapshots (Android 5.1) seem to do the trick. I personally decided to skip the restoration and do it manually.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/29 | 456 | 1,753 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm having an issue on my Nexus 4 (Stock Android 5.1.1).
It keeps disconnecting from my Wifi. When I go back to connect, it says "No Internet access, automatic connection impossible".
I currently live in China so my guess is that Android checks if internet is available by querying a Google server, which is blocked in China so it then concludes "No Google = No Internet" and disconnects me from my Wifi.
I can't find any way to disable that Auto-Disconnect "Feature".<issue_comment>username_1: My experience is that Android verifies the connection to a google server.
Guess what's blocked here (China). Right. Google.
Apparently Android's new policy is to prevent auto-connecting to trusted networks if it can't see any internet on the network. Which of course there is, may it be slower and limited to the Chinese Firewall.
So far I haven't found a way in Android to disable this check. And I'm forced to use 3rd party apps to solve this issue.
If I ever find a proper fix, I'll definitely post it here.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/faT72.jpg)
Screenshot - Failed to auto-connect (Click to enlarge image)
I travel here frequently, so I need this.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I know this is an old thread, but I found the solution. Enable airplane mode, then enable wifi. It will show the internet connection is down, but wifi will still work. Then you can disable airplane mode and it will stay connected to the wifi (until you leave the coverage area, then you'll probably need to do it again when you return).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Check your Wifi encrytption. WEP dont seems to work , get it changed to WPA/WPA2
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/29 | 601 | 2,516 | <issue_start>username_0: A company of 120 developers would like to purchase one credit card, deposit some money on it and give it to their employees on usage.
Employees will use it solely on Google Play to purchase applications.
Does anyone know what is the max number of accounts that can use the same credit card?<issue_comment>username_1: I don't see why it wouldn't be possible.
As long as you're using a *non-Google-Wallet card*, like a MasterCard or Visa, and adding it to each account, I think you're fine.
If you're looking to use a Google Wallet card, it's unclear. I know **you definitely cannot have more than one Google Wallet card per account.** (They verified this with me on the phone)
However, they say nothing on [this](https://support.google.com/wallet/answer/105402) help page or [this](https://support.google.com/wallet/answer/105916) page about using one ordinary credit card across multiple accounts.
Just have each person punch in the digits and you should be good to go!
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Here's my direct experience with something similar on a much smaller scale:
My girlfriend and I setup a joint Google account so we could share purchased apps. I added to it a card of mine that was already on my own Wallet account. The new account was IMMEDIATELY frozen and I couldn't make any purchases. After digging into it, I was told that if there's any suspicious activity, especially on a new account, including adding a card that already exists on another account, they automatically freeze it for an unspecified period of time.
In my case, about 48 hours later it unfroze.
I realize this doesn't confirm what would happen if you did this for 100+ accounts, but from experience they did react rather dramatically to it being added to only ONE additional account. I suspect I was unfrozen on goodwill as the account didn't exhibit any other suspicious behavior. The card being added over and over to dozens of accounts would likely trip higher-level oversight and lead to a problem.
One note: I've actually had good experience with Google's phone support when resolving a Wallet-related problem with the Play Store. The person I spoke to was helpful and was able to contact a higher-up for policy information, and provided me with an accurate solution. Supposedly [this number](http://gethuman.com/phone-number/Google-Wallet/) is a direct line to their support. I'd recommend getting an official statement from them before making any major decisions.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/28 | 773 | 2,752 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a rooted Android device and have a couple of pre-installed System apps in the `/System/App` folder that do not show up in the normal App list.
Using various file explorers, I can "look inside" the APK files or view and change information on them, but if I try to open them, I'm prompted to install the app which then gives me a warning that it will replace the existing app and it's settings. This leads me to believe these apps are already installed and functional.
Is there a way I can just run these apps instead?
I do not want to Install, Replace, Move, or Remove anything which is all I can find via Google. I just want to run the existing pre-installed app that has no icon in the app list.
As a side note, I tried using ES Explorer and created a shortcut on desktop to one of these APK files, but opening it from the desktop shortcut just prompts me with the same Install and warning about replacing the app.<issue_comment>username_1: >
> Is there a way I can just run these apps instead?
>
>
>
If I were you and see such apps that are not in the Apps list, then I would take a look at `AndroidManifest.xml` inside the `.apk` (Extract by touch holding file under [Es File Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop) → **More →Open →ES Zip Viewer →** Select `.xml` file and **Extract**, and view using [Axel](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.xgouchet.xmleditor)).
I would first try to see the activities registered under `action.intent.action.MAIN` e.g. for a file named `Galaxy4.apk` the associated activity name is `.Galaxy4`.
Relevant output from [Axel](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fr.xgouchet.xmleditor):
```
```
What's next to do? Fire up [ADB](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/42474/96277) or a terminal [app](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm&hl=en) and type:
```
am start -a android.intent.action.MAIN -n com.android.galaxy4/.Galaxy4
```
This command launched the app with its default activity. What's more? I realized that this `.apk` was actually a live wallpaper native to Android and can be accessed inside Wallpaper settings. Now it makes sense why it isn't needed in the Apps list.
Your case probably would differ and so, type `am` to see various parameters that it has. You may also take a look [here](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/77167/96277) and [here](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/30098/96277).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Sounds to me like you have just disabled the apps. If that is the case just go to Settings/Application Manager then select all apps. Locate the app(s) in question and if it is disabled, just enable it. Good Luck!
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/30 | 883 | 3,457 | <issue_start>username_0: I am currently running an HTC One (M8), rooted, stock 5.1 Android Lollipop. If I upgraded to a CM build, would I notice any significant performance increase? Once in a while, 5.1 lags like crap; I don't think they completely fixed the memory leak...so would a CM ROM fix stuff like this? Their latest build for my phone came out yesterday, but it's only a nightly build, all of them are...
So bottom line, should I flash the nightly Cyanogenmod ROM, if I'm looking for stability, speed, and maybe a bit more customization?<issue_comment>username_1: >
> So bottom line, should I flash the nightly Cyanogenmod ROM, if I'm looking for stability, speed, and maybe a bit more customization?
>
>
>
Actually, it's not stable because it's "nightly". I think they will never release a stable version right now.
About speed, it's sometimes speed on my Nexus 5 and sometimes lag, I found Stock 5.1 have fast response and good performance than it, and yes it's have a lot of customization and that's the awesome thing in it!
At all, am using multi ROM on my phone and am uses CM as a secondary ROM but I use it all the time, it's not bad! :)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Actually, rom experience varies device by device (even for same models, it is possible that you may have more/less stable feeling for rom than others).
>
> so would a CM ROM fix stuff like this?
>
>
>
Yeah there is no memory leak in CM 12.1 right now, that I can assure you.
Stable builds will take a while. Nightly arent bad, I use them too. It really does have a great performance. Never froze in my case, customization is awesome as well.
Now I cannot (and no one can) guarantee same experience for you. I can only give you an idea of what CM 12.1 is now. So->
* Its quite very stable. I cant even remember last time I faced an issue on it. Although RAM is not something I bother about, but CM actually leaves my phone with far better free ram than stock.
* I Dont have HTC ONE M8 so I dont know how the stock rom was. But on my phone, CM is far better than stock.
* I do face some lags. The frequency is somewhere around just 2-5 per day (not more than that definitely, infact I barely notice this).
* You can actually push the performance further. Install a custom kernel, get a better governor (my personal fav is interactive v2). Probably overclock it a little (not needed really, but in case you feel like...). There are a lot of tweaks a kernel can do alone.
>
> So bottom line, should I flash the nightly Cyanogenmod ROM, if I'm
> looking for stability, speed, and maybe a bit more customization?
>
>
>
Yes. I cannot say for definite that your experience will be mind blowing and stuff. But CM is one rom you must never judge before you actually try. As I said, even its nightlies are very stable given the amount of time they had to correct bugs. As for customization, it has a great theme manager that allows you to control a lot of aspects separately (different theme for notification panel and statusbar, fonts, bootanimations, icons etc etc), so the customization capabilities are ofcourse far better than stock.
In fact, a lot of roms are ported keeping CM as base. CM is known for its stability and speed (and probably minimalism too if you uninstall those pre-installed bloatware apps. The optimized drivers are another great thing), hence it makes porting roms easier. Definitely worth a try.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/30 | 750 | 2,526 | <issue_start>username_0: Recently i have installed Android-x86 on my Lenovo laptop and i want to install and play GTA vice city there. My OS in android 4.4.2. 4 GB ram and 3 GB swap memory 2.4 Ghz quadcore intel i3 processor and nvidia 1 GB video card<issue_comment>username_1: Depends. It may have some graphical issues considering drivers and probably a few other compatibility problems. The most major spike is the drivers here. If they work and are compatible with game, your game will run. Else it wont (I suspect graphical glitches). Honestly, its almost impossible to judge like that with just that much information provided so that leaves you with only ability to try it and see if it works.
But that aside, how do you plan on playing it? Even if you have/had touch screen I can barely imagine how its possible to play it.
Bottomline-> You can test it. Although I do have doubts in mind that you will be able to play it (not only due to hardware and drivers, but also due to control mechanics).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I can't tell for sure since the official compatible devices is so limited
>
> **Phones** : Motorola Atrix, Motorola Atrix HD, Motorola Atrix
> 4G, Motorola Photon, HTC Rezound, HTC One X, HTC One X+, Samsung
> Galaxy Nexus, Samsung Galaxy Note, Samsung Galaxy Note 2, Samsung
> Galaxy R, Samsung Epic 4G, Samsung Galaxy S2, Samsung Galaxy S3,
> Google Nexus 4, Sony Xperia Play, Sony Xperia Sola, Sony Xperia S / P
> / T & TL, Sony Walkman Z Series Media Player
>
>
> **tablettes** : Acer Iconia, Asus Eee Pad Transformer Prime, Asus
> Transformer Pad TF300T, Asus Transformer Pad Infinity 700, Motorola
> Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 / 7.7 / 8.9 & 10.1, Samsung Galaxy Note
> 10.1, Sony Tablet S, Sony Tablet P, Sony Xperia Tablet S, Toshiba Thrive, Toshiba Regza, Google Nexus 7, Google Nexus 10, Fujitsu
> Stylistic 10.1
>
>
>
[Source](https://goo.gl/7cAFSB)
but if you enter the play store from your laptop (under the android x86 OS) and you can find and install the GTA vice city app it should work just fine if not you can ask for a refund.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Most of the games as you said Temple Run which did not run in your case so as with my prime os when I downloaded it from play store is designed for ARM processor, whereas our PCs have x86 processor{ so is the name android x86}. Just go to apkdl.in and search the game you can change the type to x86 there or just search it typing x86 in the google. Hope u'll find it.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/30 | 411 | 1,664 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Micromax Bolt A064 smartphone running on android 4.4.2. I know that KitKat have the option to enable lock screen widget in security. My phone doesn't support it. But that's not the problem. When I go to Settings->Display, I find an unknown option labeled as lock screen notification. So, my final question is what is it?. I tried to enable and disable it and see the changes but nothing changed.
Also, sliding from left to right have nothing. Anyone here just know what is it. I am attaching a screenshot for that.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ZxdTt.jpg)
Screenshot (Click to enlarge image)<issue_comment>username_1: Enabling it must show notifications like messages, missed call events, mails or whatever, directly on the lock screen itself. Tapping or swiping on them must take you to the specific app or just dismiss the notification right on. For all this to work you need to use lock screen feature first (only the stock one). If its not working as it should you may repair the software using the company provided PC software like PC suite or something or reset the phone once after everything is backed-up.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Lock screen notifications are only available since Android 5.0 (Lollipop).
However you can use 3rd party apps - such as "[NiLS - Lock screen notifications](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.roymam.android.notificationswidget)" from Google Play to be able to get notifications on top of your stock lock screen without replacing your lock screen app.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/30 | 338 | 1,407 | <issue_start>username_0: Google Photos [is a newly launched application from Google](http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2015/05/picture-this-fresh-approach-to-photos.html) that now backs up all your photos for free (as long as you're ok with their being 16MP and 1080p). But I also have Google Plus with Instant Upload enabled. Are these two completely different services, and is there any way to get my Google Plus Instant Upload photos (which is a lot) into Google Photos?<issue_comment>username_1: Enabling it must show notifications like messages, missed call events, mails or whatever, directly on the lock screen itself. Tapping or swiping on them must take you to the specific app or just dismiss the notification right on. For all this to work you need to use lock screen feature first (only the stock one). If its not working as it should you may repair the software using the company provided PC software like PC suite or something or reset the phone once after everything is backed-up.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Lock screen notifications are only available since Android 5.0 (Lollipop).
However you can use 3rd party apps - such as "[NiLS - Lock screen notifications](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.roymam.android.notificationswidget)" from Google Play to be able to get notifications on top of your stock lock screen without replacing your lock screen app.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/30 | 2,957 | 10,992 | <issue_start>username_0: I have two identical Samsung Galaxy S3 (model GT-I9300), one running the stock rom and one running cyanogenmod. I want to download the rom from the one with the stock one and install it on the other one.
How do I download, with Odin or Heimdall, the rom from the stock S3?<issue_comment>username_1: Depends on what sort of rom you download.
**CASE 1: Stock ROM**
If you download stock rom (like from [Sammobile](http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/)) then yes, you will need odin to flash it.
***NOTE:*** There is an app called [Mobile ODIN](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1347899) (pro version on [play store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.chainfire.mobileodin.pro&hl=en)), its the exact odin but it wont need pc. Since your phone is already rooted (you want to install rom on phone running CM right?), you can also try flashing using that. I always flash kernels in case they aren't in zip format using mobile odin. But, **warning:** I have never tested ROM flashing using mobile odin. Theoretically, it should work since thats the reason it was made. But I am unsure of success and consequences. Proceed at your own risk.
---
**CASE 2: Custom ROM**
It would be likely in .zip format. You cant flash that using odin. Now the real trick here is to get it into phone in which you need to install new rom.
**Further possiblities:**
* Possibility 1: Your phone is in bootloop or any such state where it doesn't start.
In that case, get into recovery using volume up+power+home key combination (for phone where you need to install new rom). [Set up ADB](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979) on your pc.
Transfer the rom file from your stock rom phone to pc.
Connect your phone to PC in which you want to install new rom after booting the phone into recovery.
Open cmd and enter this command->
```
adb push PathToRomAndFileName.zip /sdcard/
```
This will push the rom file to your phone, you can flash it using recovery the normal way.
* Possibility 2: There is no bootloop, things work normally:
Just download rom to your phone with stock rom, transfer it to your phone in which you want to install it using bluetooth or whatever method you prefer. Go into recovery and flash it normal way.
---
**Easiest Universal Method** (whether its bootloop or not, needs external sdcard):
Download rom in your phone with stock rom.
Put in memory card and transfer rom to that.
Now eject memory card and put it in phone where you want to install the rom.
Boot to recovery and install the rom from external sdcard.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: You mean to take the Firmware (FW) out from the stock-FW phone and put it into the other one as-is? to have two identical-FW phones?
The confusion is in download/upload words, when you put the phone in bootloader mode it's saying "Download mode". From the phone's point of view, it's going to download stuff from PC.
If you want to take out the FW. It would be upload.
That's why it's safer to say flash and dump. Even though it's not really flashing.
---
It's somewhat possible to dump the FW, but there is usually no reason for doing so. Download the same version from the Internet and you'll end up with exactly the same system files as on other phones with the same FW version.
How to find specific firmware version on the Internet
-----------------------------------------------------
On the stock-FW phone, go to Settings -> About Device -> Build number
and take a note of the second part of the number. It'll be something like I9300UBUGOD1
That also includes CSC version. Now search for this version on these two sites:
[Samsung-Updates](http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=GT-I9300)
[SamMobile](http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/GT-I9300/#firmware)
or put it [into Gugl](https://www.google.com/search?q=I9300UBUGOD1), usually something cames out.
Flash it to target phone from PC using Odin. No root required.
To dump firmware from a phone
-----------------------------
There could be a way to dump the phone without rooting, but no one knows how. We can only assume this possibility because there is a disabled option to Dump in Odin program. But I tried, as many others, with factory rooted phone, developer phone or one with unsecured test pre-release firmware version, the dump option is never available in the Odin program.
It's either just for some very special pre-release FW, or it was never implemented in the Odin software, or it was planned and never finished in phone's bootloader, because for no real usability perhaps? Or it must be activated by some special cable, or button combination presses.
Or it was put there by engineers in Korea just to taunt curious hackers.
I believe the latter, as even in new FW, if you dig in bootloader resources, you'll find a graphics showing green Android taunter with words "Upload mode".
**So this is a known way to dump FW anyway:**
Note that you'll need to root the stock-FW phone, to Dump it.
Firstly we need to find out which files we need to dump and then flash:
Open firmware's TAR or TAR.md5 file of any version of THE SAME model using 7zip and look inside. Note the names of files included.
Later you'll need to rename files you'll dump to the same names as those in this TAR. There is much more partitions that you can dump, than those you can flash. Files which are inside TAR should be enough to fully flash a phone, but not always all partitions are included, sometimes they leave bootoaders out.
In the list on the bottom I marked those which are never included by -
and those which I remember seeing in TAR files by +
Use that list to rename dumped files which you want to flash by Odin from Partition Name to Flash Filename, or get this list from your phone by following method. Be aware that you must not flash PIT and EFS, but you might dump it to have a backup.
To get a list out from your phone:
* get Heimdall
* connect phone
* switch driver to libusb
* in Heimdall - Utilities - Download PIT file
* switch driver back by removing libusb in Windows Device Manager
* alternatively download PIT from the Internet, but you'll need to trust whoever is posting it that it's not from another phone, version, or broken
* go back in Heimdall
* use printpit to print your PIT file
* Note each entry which contains both: "Partition Name" and "Flash Filename"
EXCEPT PIT and EFS partition. Make a backup but DO NOT FLASH PIT or EFS from one phone to another.
Now we have a naming scheme, Partition Name is how the file with partition will be dumped, and Flash Filename how it should be re-named before flashing.
Note that some partitions are not documented and there is no knowledge outside of the factory of what are they for. They might be for storing specific phone's information, or calibration data calculated and flashed once in factory for each phone.
Flash only partitions you'll find in stock TAR files.
Those not-in-TAR-file should be flashed only as last resort, when you know that those on target phone has been damaged. And always backup them before flashing new ones over them.
Make this dumping step on both target and source phones. On target just to have an backup.
* root the phone
* flash custom recovery TWRP recomended, but not working well on some models
* boot into recovery
* plug on PC, use adb or qtADB to go to /dev/block/platform/**folder\_with\_different\_name\_in\_each\_phone**/by-name
* **dd** or use qtADB to copy "files" except USERDATA from that folder to media partition, sdcard, or UFD using USB OTG
Next on PC (or check alternative below):
* rename all files according to flash files naming scheme
* if you add recovery partition dumped from the rooted source phone, it will change targed status to custom, making KNOX disabled, same as if you just rooted it. If you don't want that either include official recovery from the same version of stock FW, or if there is working partition in the phone just don't include recovery in the TAR flash
* on a linux machine or in cygwin Tar those files into TARball using ustar mode
* no need to md5 it, as you probably trust yourself that you won't damage the file. but if you must than md5 it and concat hash to the end of TAR, rename to TAR.MD5
* flash in Odin, no root required
Alternatively, but only for rooted phones, you can use **dd** on target phone, or MobileOdin.
---
be very careful, you must NOT flash PIT and EFS partition, even though they are mentioned in PIT file. For each phone EFS contains specific data, some of which are encrypted using some serial number taken from the phone. So each efs only works in the one phone which it's designed for. By flashing it, you'll loose the original one, that's not easily recoverable.
also no need to care about recovery partition, as it's not stock partition but custom, from the rooting process.
---
I know the DUMP part of this guide is not extra descriptive, but each step would need a separate post. If you're completely lost in it, consider downloading ready FW from the Internet.
---
s3 FW list dumped using heimdall. Might change with different FW versions:
```
+
Partition Name: APNHLOS
Flash Filename: NON-HLOS.bin
+
Partition Name: MDM
Flash Filename: modem.bin
Partition Name: SBL1
Flash Filename: sbl1.mbn
Partition Name: SBL2
Flash Filename: sbl2.mbn
Partition Name: SBL3
Flash Filename: sbl3.mbn
+
Partition Name: ABOOT
Flash Filename: aboot.mbn
Partition Name: RPM
Flash Filename: rpm.mbn
+
Partition Name: TZ
Flash Filename: tz.mbn
-
Partition Name: MODEMST1
Flash Filename: nvrebuild1.bin
-
Partition Name: MODEMST2
Flash Filename: nvrebuild2.bin
-
Partition Name: M9KEFS1
Flash Filename: m9kefs1.bin
-
Partition Name: M9KEFS2
Flash Filename: m9kefs2.bin
-
Partition Name: M9KEFS3
Flash Filename: m9kefs3.bin
+
Partition Name: SYSTEM
Flash Filename: system.img.ext4
+ this is CSC, might be left out
Partition Name: CACHE
Flash Filename: cache.img.ext4
+ only sometimes
Partition Name: PARAM
Flash Filename: param.lfs
+
Partition Name: BOOT
Flash Filename: boot.img
+ but you can't Dumb stock recovery as to dump you need root, to get root recovery is usually overwriten
Partition Name: RECOVERY
Flash Filename: recovery.img
Partition Name: PERSDATA
Flash Filename: persdata.img.ext4
+ but contains only crapware, version is connected with CSC
Partition Name: HIDDEN
Flash Filename: hidden.img.ext4
Partition Name: CARRIER
Flash Filename: carrier.img.ext4
- this is /data and INTERNAL STORAGE, aka sdcard, do not dump it's HUGE and there is no reason
Partition Name: USERDATA
Flash Filename: userdata.img.ext4
Partition Name: PGPT
Flash Filename: pgpt.img
- it is included sometimes but to change layout, NEVER FLASH IT might hard brick phone
Partition Name: PIT
Flash Filename: MSM8960.pit
+
Partition Name: MD5
Flash Filename: md5.img
Partition Name: SGPT
Flash Filename: sgpt.img
```
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/31 | 246 | 916 | <issue_start>username_0: The Gmail default action swipe to archive make sense for Google accounts.
Now, when I added a normal IMAP account, the swipe action is defaulted to delete, which is dangerous.
Are there any way to enable swipe for archive only, but not delete?<issue_comment>username_1: You go into the gmail settings. -> the email account -> and the I think it comes under swipe actions.
I'm not 100% as I've been using Google inbox but it sounds right...
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: It seems that this isn't possible at the moment. The [support article](https://support.google.com/mail/answer/6387987?hl=en&rd=1) for Gmail on Android states:
>
> [You can] set default action & swipe to archive or delete messages for Gmail accounts. For non-Gmail accounts, the default is always delete, so even if you change this setting to archive, your messages will still be deleted.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/31 | 337 | 1,296 | <issue_start>username_0: **Not the same as** [Why I can't scan the WhatsApp QR?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/96546/why-i-cant-scan-the-whatsapp-qr) **because the problem there was the "OK Got It" was not visible due to the screen being too small, but that's not the problem here**
I have the latest version of WhatsApp
I restarted the phone
I have the WhatsApp Web option
The QR code loads perfectly in my chrome browser
**I have the "OK Got It" option**
It starts scanning the code....
.....and keeps scanning and scanning and scanning.....
I waited over 15 minutes and nothing happened! **It just keeps scanning the code**, no matter how many times I reload it, and nothing happens :(
I tested my internet and wifi connections, so I know it's not that.
Anyone else have this problem? Or know how to fix this?
I have a galaxy s3<issue_comment>username_1: Mine wouldn't scan when phone was on wifi; turned off wifi and it worked perfectly.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I found that a Chrome extension I had was causing the built in scanner to fail. DarkReader modified the background of the page to a dark colour, which apparently caused the WhatsApp QR scanner to fail.
If you are using dark mode plugin, ensure it's off when scanning the QR code.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/31 | 1,352 | 4,053 | <issue_start>username_0: How can I mount the `/system` directory rewritable or read-only on my Android phone?<issue_comment>username_1: There are a few methods how you can mount your `/system` directory RW or RO. However, it will require root.
Method 1:
=========
1. Connect your phone to the computer. (Make sure USB debugging is enabled on your phone)
2. Open `CMD`/`Terminal` on your PC.
* Windows: `CTRL` + `R`, then type `cmd`.
* Ubuntu: `CTRL` + `ALT` + `T`.
* Mac: Navigate to `/Applications/Utilities/` and double-click on **Terminal**.
3. Type this:
1. `adb shell`
2. `su`
3. Choose one: (for security mount `/system` back to RO when finished)
* Mount system RW: `mount -o rw,remount /system`
* Mount system RO: `mount -o ro,remount /system`
Method 2:
=========
1. Open `terminal` on your android phone (download [here](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm)):
2. Type this in the `terminal`:
1. `su`
2. Choose one: (for security mount `/system` back to RO when finished)
* Mount system RW: `mount -o rw,remount /system`
* Mount system RO: `mount -o ro,remount /system`
Android 2.3
===========
For people running Android 2.3 and the command fails, look at this answer: <https://android.stackexchange.com/a/125437/95577>
Upvotes: 7 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: **`-writable-system` for the emulator**
When launching the emulator after a build with, you must use:
```
. build/envsetup.sh
lunch aosp_x86_64-eng
emulator -show-kernel -verbose -writable-system
```
Then, for future runs, you must keep the `-writable-system` option, or else image changes will not be visible:
```
emulator -show-kernel -verbose -writable-system
```
[`-verbose`](https://stackoverflow.com/questions/54445464/how-to-show-which-options-are-passed-to-qemu-when-launching-the-android-emulator) shows us that the emulator switches from the default `-drive`:
```
if=none,index=0,id=system,file=/path/to/aosp/8.1.0_r60/out/target/product/generic_x86_64/system-qemu.img,read-only
```
to:
```
if=none,index=0,id=system,file=/path/to/aosp/8.1.0_r60/out/target/product/generic_x86_64/system-qemu.img.qcow2,overlap-check=none,cache=unsafe,l2-cache-size=1048576
```
Therefore it:
* removes `,read-only`
* uses `system-qemu.img.qcow2` instead of `system-qemu.img`.
This implies that changes will only be visible afterwards if you pass `-writable-sytem` on future boots after the change was made!
We can see that the qcow2 image is just a small [overlay](https://wiki.qemu.org/Documentation/CreateSnapshot) on top of the base image since:
```
qemu-img info /path/to/aosp/8.1.0_r60/out/target/product/generic_x86_64/system-qemu.img.qcow2
```
contains:
```
backing file: /path/to/aosp/8.1.0_r60/out/target/product/generic_x86_64/system-qemu.img
```
The emulator `-help` also confirms this:
```
emulator -help
```
contains:
```
-writable-system make system & vendor image writable after 'adb remount'
```
**`adb remount` + `adb root`**
I think this is just a shortcut for `mount` as mentioned at <https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110928/126934> , but it is very convenient:
```
adb root
adb remount
adb shell
```
`adb help` contains:
```
root restart adbd with root permissions
remount
remount /system, /vendor, and /oem partitions read-write
```
**Restore the original system image**
Same as for userdata: remove the `.qcow2` overlay, and re-generate it manually: <https://stackoverflow.com/questions/54446680/how-to-reset-the-userdata-image-when-building-android-aosp-and-running-it-on-the>
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: I really struggled with that until I used MT Manager (I tried a lot of root explorers and only MT Manager works for me). It isn't on Play Store, so you have to search for it online.
If it didn't work, try the Magisk module called OverlayFS. If you can't find it, here it is: [OverlayFS](https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachments/magisk-overlayfs-sfile-mobi-zip.5821499/) (direct download from XDA).
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/31 | 1,423 | 5,173 | <issue_start>username_0: I am using Galaxy Note 1 and have 2GB of data directory in which i install and use thirdparty apps. But the data directory was almost always full, so I rooted my device to find out what was taking the space. i.e 500 MB is taken by apps and have 200 MB free but cant account for the Rest.
I have deleted stock apps from system/apps directory using no bloat but it dosent free space on data directory.
I know how to use adb shell but doing ls -l at every directory dosent sounds v good. How can i find out whats taking my space. And can we delete files in dalvik cache?<issue_comment>username_1: If by "data" directory you mean internal storage, then it doesnt have anything to do much really with system apps. System apps use space from `/system` partition which you cannot use for storing normal data anyway. And whatever used/free space in this partition has nothing to do with your space in data partition (or space you can use, in other words).
Infact, `/data/media/0` is whats used for storing personal files or as internal memory.
Now how to find out whats taking space. First, run the command `adb shell df` inside adb. This will list you the total space allotted to every partition. Out of this, you can use the space allotted to `storage/emulated/0` or `/data` (names may change according to android version). Check there the amount of space allocated to data directory. Unless you repartition, you cannot gain any more space than this for storing personal files and downloading apps.
>
> And can we delete files in dalvik cache?
>
>
>
Dont do it. Its useless. Dalvic cache has to be present for sure. Even if you delete it, it will be recreated with almost same size. So deleting this wont gain you much storage.
This leaves you with only two things that can use data, your apps and their cache, and your own data inside internal memory.
**What can you try to free up space?**
* Most mainstream method, delete useless apps.
* Try clearing cache (although it will be recreated, but sometimes there is cache of things that no longer exist or are needed, for instance deleted photos or play store cache or even themer apps cache).
* Do not use any cleaner apps. They are hoax.
* Remove useless files.
* You can also try moving apps to external storage using apps like [link2sd](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD&hl=en). But this may not work for Every app.
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Check [insufficient-memory tag info](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/insufficient-memory/info), you may find some useful guides on how to free up your memory.
The most radical way, but also the most efficient (it fixes your storage in the long-term) is changing the partition table, by reducing the "internal SD card", and increasing /data partition. If you're wiling to take a risk, [here's how](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/110863/prestigio-pap4044duo-internal-memory-size-increase/110965#110965) to do it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: It seems that [Diskusage](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.diskusage) did the job for the questioner here. Diskusage can help you to analyze the usage of your storage in hierarchical format with intuitive and live diagram.
(Click any image to see its larger variant.)
* Default screen would ask for the storage/directory you want to analyze:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/rVt8V.png)
You can select any directory under **[Root required]** for analysis if your device is rooted. For a normal user, the default analysis should be for **App Storage**, **Storage Card** and **/storage/sdcardX**. (Note that some options may differ for Android 4.4+ or 5.+.)
* A live diagram for **App Storage** would look like:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/KskW3.png)
* Live diagram zoom in (select an entry and tap **Show** to open the Android Settings for the app) :
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/A83jk.png)
* `/system` usage in my device:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/IRnrG.png)
* Select an entry and tap **Show** to open it in default File manager into the the directory:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/5fjBI.png)
---
Diskusage app would do the trick, otherwise [ES File Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.estrongs.android.pop), [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackupPro) and [Storage Partitions](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cls.partition) can also show the diagram among other things, but they are not as easy and intuitive IMO as Diskusage is.
---
About Diskusage
---------------
>
> DiskUsage provides a way to find files and directories on storage card which consume a lot of space. Displays diagram with directories/subdirectories proportional to their size.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2015/05/31 | 2,831 | 10,403 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm sick of having to turn on auto rotate every time I use Google Maps for navigation. I don't know why it's not just automatically landscape like apps such as Youtube.
Is there a way I can have it turn on auto rotate JUST for google maps and not for any other app.
Is there an app that would do this or somehow program it in Tasker?<issue_comment>username_1: This solution requires [Tasker](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm) installed and enabled. Tested on Android 4.2.1, 4.4.2, 5.0.2 and 5.1.1.
1. Create a profile with **Application → Maps**
2. Create an action under **Task** of the above profile as `+` **→ Display → Display AutoRotate** and *Set* it to **On**.
3. Enable Profile and Tasker.
Open Maps and orient your device in landscape mode, Maps will follow you. Close the Maps and device will fall back to Portrait.
Enjoy!
---
### OR
**Edit start: 06/06/2015**
There is a [way](https://stackoverflow.com/a/26895627) you can force the system to go into Landscape mode by [changing a value](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/111513/109933) in `settings.db`. (Tested on Android 4.2.1, **root required** only under this edit.)
1. Create a profile with **Application → Maps**.
2. Create an action under **Task** of the above profile as `+` **→ Code → Run Shell,** and enter the following details:
* **Command**: `settings put system user_rotation 1`
* Check **Use Root**.
3. Create another profile with inverse of **Application → Maps**.
4. Create an action under **Task** of the above profile as `+` **→ Code → Run Shell,** and enter the following details:
* **Command**: `settings put system user_rotation 0`
* Check **Use Root**.
5. Enable both Profiles and Tasker.
The Maps will now automatically go into Landscape mode irrespective of manual orientation of your device. Once you close it the device will come back to Portrait mode. (Note that OP has Auto-rotation feature off so it should work.)
This edit is meant for users like me who on slow devices have to wait for the app to follow their orientation. :)
Enjoy!
### OR
The shortcoming in the last method is that on some devices the app will first open in Portrait mode and then will force shift into Landscape mode.
However, the app can be directly launched into Landscape mode by using an app shortcut. Tasker allows it and we'll use it.
1. Go to your default launcher → Widgets and choose **Task Shortcut**.
2. Select **New task** → name it.
3. Create an action as `+` **→ Code → Run Shell,** and enter the following details:
* **Command**: `settings put system user_rotation 1`
* Check **Use Root**.
4. Create another action as `+` → **App → Launch App** → select **Maps**.
5. To change th icon of the shortcut, tap 3x3 square icon (at the bottom of **Task Shortcut** window) and choose the icon.
6. You'll now see a shortcut with icon you selected in step 4 and name chosen in step 2.
7. Create a profile in Tasker with inverse of **Application → Maps**.
8. Create an action under **Task** of the above profile as `+` **→ Code → Run Shell,** and enter the following details:
* **Command**: `settings put system user_rotation 0`
* Check **Use Root**.
9. Enable both Profiles and Tasker.
Now enjoy the forced auto-mode!
**Edit closed: 06/06/2015**
---
For folks who're new to Tasker
==============================
1. Launch Tasker. (Note that once you're done changing something in Tasker, tap Back key once. Tasker will change/close the active window and would save the settings.)
2. Under **PROFILES** tab tap `+` → **Application** → choose **Maps** → **New Task**→ name it something and tap right icon.
Some Android versions might ask you to enable Tasker's accessibility service. Do it by following the instructions there and come back to Tasker.
This step would create a profile that will be triggered whenever Maps is launched by the user.
3. We're now under the named task (inside TASKS tab). Tap `+` → **Display → Display AutoRotate** → choose `On` below **Set**.
We're creating an action here which will be executed once the profile is triggered.
4. Come back to main screen of the Tasker and you'll see a profile with Maps app name and marked as **On**.
5. Minimize the Tasker and you'll see its icon in the Notification bar. It will say `No active profile`. The message will change once you launch Maps.
6. Well, launch Maps and see the magic. You orient your device and Maps will do the same. You close the Maps and device will come back to Portrait Mode.
7. You can always stop this behavior by disabling or deleting the profile in Tasker. You can also hide Tasker's notification icon through its settings.
Enjoy Maps now!
Upvotes: 6 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: If you are rooted (and probably not using lollipop), then you can also use xposed module [App Settings](http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/mod-app-settings-v1-9-2014-05-14-t2437377).
Open the module, search and open Maps and go to **Orientation** section and select "auto-rotate". This will force it to auto-rotate.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_3: You can use an app called [Set Orientation](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.googlecode.eyesfree.setorientation "Google Play Store") by "Eyes-Free Project". It dose not require root and can force any app to rotate to any orientation and also only landscape and landscape reverse based on sensor. Its lightweight and also free. It is available in Google Play Store.
Edit: Use [Rotation - Orientation Manager](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pranavpandey.rotation "app") instead by "<NAME>". It is fully compatable with Lollipop, is free and does not require root. This app also has per app settings which the previous app did not have.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: In addition to [username_1's Tasker solution](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110940/16575) (which I favor over all the others mentioned in this post – but *Tasker* is a) not free and b) often a bit overwhelming for newbies especially) and [Jaskaranbir's App Settings](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110942/16575) (like *Tasker*, *Xposed* is often a bit too much for some), there's a third option available, called **[PerApp](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=mobi.omegacentauri.PerApp)**. Admitted, it has not been updated for a while, but it might be easier to use. Before JellyBean (<4.1), it doesn't even require root to adjust screen rotation. Has several other settings covered as well, so you might wish to give it a look.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: Most automation apps can probably do this. Here's a "Flow" for [Automate](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.llamalab.automate) (free):
<http://llamalab.com/automate/community/flows/408>
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_1: [MacroDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arlosoft.macrodroid)'s free version can also do the job, though I still prefer the [solution using Tasker](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/110940/96277).
1. Install and launch **MacroDroid**.
2. Tap **Add Macro → Application Launcher/Closed → Application Launched → OK** → select your app(s) for auto-rotate → **OK**.
3. Under **Add Actions**, tap **Auto Rotate On/Off → Auto Rotate On** → **OK** → proceed.
4. Ignore **Add Constraints** → proceed and name the macro as `Auto Rotate On`.
5. Create another macro using **Add Macro → Application Launcher/Closed → Application Closed → OK** → select your app(s) which you chose in step 2 → **OK**.
6. Under **Add Actions**, tap **Auto Rotate On/Off → Auto Rotate Off → OK** → proceed.
7. Ignore **Add Constraints** → proceed and name the macro as `Auto Rotate Off`.
That's it. The funtionality is achieved and you can test it by launching and closing the app(s) you selected in aforesaid steps.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_1: [AutomateIt](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=AutomateIt.mainPackage)'s free version also does the job.
1. Install and launch **AutomateIt.**
2. Under **My Rules** block, tap **Add Rule → Applications Status Trigger** → under **Application** tap the lens icons and choose your app(s) → **Next**.
3. Under **Action** tab, tap **Enable/Disable Screen Rotation → Enable Screen Rotation → Next → No →** save the rule.
4. Create another rule from **My Rules** block by tapping **Add Rule → Applications Status Trigger →** under **Application** tap the lens icons and choose your app(s) → uncheck **Application Activated** → **Next**.
5. Under **Action** tab, tap **Enable/Disable Screen Rotation → Disable Screen Rotation → No →** save the rule.
That's it. The funtionality is achieved and you can test it by launching and closing the app(s) you selected in aforesaid steps.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_6: And Tasker even allows you to add conditional's such as if my display is such do this else do whatever. So based on that I came up with my own solution which may seem a bit convoluted but it works for me. Since my device is not rooted the shell code commands that require root would not work anyway.
However with a if else loop (it could be reduced further since I had added some additional debugging code initially) you can simply set AutoRotate based on the value of Orientation. So you store those two values in two variables called **ROTATE** and **DISPLAY** and at the start of the if loop you check DISPLAY using a regular expression (I had to do that because for whatever reason the orientation value kept jumping between landscape and landscape-reverse so this regex takes care of both):
**%DISPLAY ~R landscape(.\*)?**
If that is your desired setting then in that if or else loop you can set **AutoRotate** to **Off**. In addition I also installed a Tasker plugin called AutoInput which allows me to lock down the home and back buttons, to exit I can press the other button which brings up all my open windows and simply close the Adobe Acrobat app which is the trigger for this task.
So a big Yay!! for Tasker. And yes I know I am a bit late to the party but oh well :)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_7: For those who are looking for a solution in newest phones, e.g Samsung Galaxy that has Bixby Routines, you can set up a Bixby routine to auto rotate certain apps.
If
* Youtube
* Gallery
* etc
Then
* Auto-rotate ON
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/31 | 570 | 2,339 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to update my Nexus 5 to 5.1.1, but when I restore my Nandroid backup I lose the update.
What should I do?<issue_comment>username_1: That's because you backed up the older Android version, so when you update from 5.1 to 5.1.1 you install a new version then you try to restore the backup, you will got the previous version 5.1.
You can try to restore `data` only, but i think it will crashed.
For future updates use [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup&hl=en) to backup all of your data and then when you install the new version of Android you can restore it using the same app, Actually i always do that.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Nandroid backup invloves backup of everything, including:
* `/system`(which is your "android version and os" in rough words, also includes the preinstalled apps)
* `/boot`(which is your kernel)
* `/data`(all apps you installed and their data (like app settings). This does Not involve your personal files)
* `/cache` (the application cache)
When you nandroid restore as whole, your system partition is overwritten. In other words, your current os (the android 5.1.1) is overwritten by the os inside nandroid backup (the older os).
Same with cache and data.
Now you can try installing just data and ignoring system to keep your os updated by choosing `advanced restore`option from recovery. This would take care of your OS reverting to older version (since we aren't restoring `/system`).
But that would mean that application data that is restored is from android 5.0 or any older version whose backup you made), but your current system is 5.1.1. Hence it will cause some incompatibility with apps and they might crash (a situation commonly referred as *FC* (short for `Force Close`) when apps crash with message `Unfortunately, [app name] has stopped working.`.
Hence it is never advised to restore anything from previous older android version's backup. Although clearing dalvic and cache might help (since then cache and app classes are created according to newer OS), but still the android's code downloaded is made for older OS (apps on play store download according to android OS you install on phone, so they have best compatibility when downloaded from store).
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/31 | 677 | 2,752 | <issue_start>username_0: Is it possible for someone to install apks without you noticing, using remote debugging? (E.g. over TCP/IP, or on the same WiFi network). I found articles referring to this after a quick Google, but I'm not sure if they are not just alarmist.
EDIT: This paper seems to talk about something similar - ["Android’s External Device Attack: Demonstration and Security
Suggestions"](http://www.sersc.org/journals/IJSIA/vol9_no4_2015/29.pdf) - Wei et al.
I was thinking of enabling debugging mode, but this is keeping me from doing it.<issue_comment>username_1: That's because you backed up the older Android version, so when you update from 5.1 to 5.1.1 you install a new version then you try to restore the backup, you will got the previous version 5.1.
You can try to restore `data` only, but i think it will crashed.
For future updates use [Titanium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.keramidas.TitaniumBackup&hl=en) to backup all of your data and then when you install the new version of Android you can restore it using the same app, Actually i always do that.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Nandroid backup invloves backup of everything, including:
* `/system`(which is your "android version and os" in rough words, also includes the preinstalled apps)
* `/boot`(which is your kernel)
* `/data`(all apps you installed and their data (like app settings). This does Not involve your personal files)
* `/cache` (the application cache)
When you nandroid restore as whole, your system partition is overwritten. In other words, your current os (the android 5.1.1) is overwritten by the os inside nandroid backup (the older os).
Same with cache and data.
Now you can try installing just data and ignoring system to keep your os updated by choosing `advanced restore`option from recovery. This would take care of your OS reverting to older version (since we aren't restoring `/system`).
But that would mean that application data that is restored is from android 5.0 or any older version whose backup you made), but your current system is 5.1.1. Hence it will cause some incompatibility with apps and they might crash (a situation commonly referred as *FC* (short for `Force Close`) when apps crash with message `Unfortunately, [app name] has stopped working.`.
Hence it is never advised to restore anything from previous older android version's backup. Although clearing dalvic and cache might help (since then cache and app classes are created according to newer OS), but still the android's code downloaded is made for older OS (apps on play store download according to android OS you install on phone, so they have best compatibility when downloaded from store).
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/05/18 | 950 | 3,514 | <issue_start>username_0: I have TP Link TD-W8968 wireless router.
I can connect my laptop to the router but not a phone since few days.
I am facing a problem since a week, when I turn a wi-fi on on my android device HTC Wildfire S and scan for wifi, phone doesn't show up my router in scanned list, by the way it shows other wi-fis in the list but not my one.
I guess there could be some problem in my router. How can I solve this?<issue_comment>username_1: This issue might occur if your router and the network adapter in your PC might not work together.
To work, the network adapter in your PC must use a wireless standard that is equal to or older than the router’s wireless standard. For example, if the network adapter in your PC uses the 802.11n wireless standard (also called Wireless-N) but your router uses 802.11g (also called Wireless-G), you won't be able to connect because the Wireless-G standard is an earlier version and doesn’t recognize Wireless-N. However, if the router uses Wireless-N but the adapter in your PC uses Wireless-G, you should be able to connect if the router is set to mixed mode.
Source:
<http://answers.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/forum/windows8_1-networking/can-see-other-ssids-on-my-laptop-but-i-cant/f38b08d0-4bf4-4244-bbe7-0081d458bb2c>
In other words, try to set your router to mixed mode and your phone to 802.11b/g compatible. That should do the trick.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: **Improvement on previous Answer:**
Well i do partially agree with @username_1 only a slight glitch i found was: All new routers are fully backward compatible with older devices hence a router built on Wireless-N will be fully compatabile with device capable of receiving only Wireless-G or older version. Difference will be that while serving to a device with W-G the router built on W-N will go only be able to serve it at the max bandwidth which is device W-G is capable of receiving. Read more details on a device manufacturer support site [here](https://community.linksys.com/t5/Wireless-Routers/Is-802-11n-backwards-compatible-with-802-11g/td-p/38867)
**My Addon to the Previous Answer:**
Now lets back on the question, my very own personal experience has been bit different in this case. Sometimes older devices aren't able to scan WiFi networks setup with newer security methods. I noticed this when i switched one of my router's security from WEP to WPA2. Few older devices which earlier used to stay latched to the same router, actually stopped identifying it.
So a little bit of workaround could help people facing issues related to this.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: My TP-Link router is a dual band router (2.4 and 5.0). If both bands have the same name, your phone may be confused. I gave each band (2.4 and 5) a different name. My phone can see both bands. I can now setup access to either band.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Problem: PC was able to connect to WIFI but my mobile ( android 6.1) was not able to obtain the IP address from TPlink Router.
Solution: Disable ' Enable Short GI', which is used for high data rate. But wifi adaptor in mobile is not able to obtain IP address due to this short Guard time.
How to Do: To disable this option, Go to
**Router home page - Wireless Advanced - Disable ' Enable Short GI'.**
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: The phone or tablet in use may not support the Wi-Fi channel number specified by that TP-Link router.
Try changing the channel number and see if it works.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/05/31 | 499 | 1,892 | <issue_start>username_0: My phone is Samsung Galaxy Grand. If I delete a photo from the gallery and make a backup before flashing, will I get that photo in the backup?<issue_comment>username_1: Usually, flashing of the ROMs only affects files that are stored on your /system partition. Photos are stored on a SD card, and won't be deleted when you flash a ROM.
As for deleted photo, once it's deleted it can't be restored by normal methods. You could try [restoring deleted files](http://www.androidpit.com/how-to-recover-lost-data) (there are many articles on the Internet regarding that, try searching for "restore deleted photos on android")
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: That very much depends on the type of backup you are talking about. As the photo was deleted, none of the usual backup approaches would cover it: a backup only takes what is there, not was was deleted.
How to recover that photo (if possible) depends not at last on where it was stored:
* external SDCard: safely remove it from the device, and use a card reader to check for deleted files with your computer and an application like *[PhotoRec](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PhotoRec)*
* internal SDCard: not that easy. You have to clone that partition (a [nandroid](/questions/tagged/nandroid "show questions tagged 'nandroid'") backup usually does this), transfer it to your computer, and analyse it with an application like *[TestDisk](http://www.cgsecurity.org/wiki/TestDisk)* or *[Scalpel](http://www.forensicswiki.org/wiki/Scalpel)*
Details and further hints can be found e.g. in our [data-recovery tag-wiki](https://android.stackexchange.com/tags/data-recovery/info). See e.g.:
* [How can I recover a deleted file on Android?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/15869/16575)
* [How to Restore Deleted / Formatted Files on HD Micro SD Card](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/7069/16575)
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/05/31 | 2,541 | 9,651 | <issue_start>username_0: Today my Nexus 5 turned itself off, and then whenever I try to start it again, it loops rebooting - it shows the google logo, then starts the boot animation, then powers off and starts over.
I've tried to get into recovery mode with the volume+power keys, but when I'm able to get into the recovery screen, it shuts off in about the same amount of time and reboots again.
What can I do to fix this?
I did run the upgrade to 5.1.1, but it was a few days ago so I'm not sure whether that would be related.<issue_comment>username_1: Try going into fastboot mode. Its comparatively much easier to go into fastboot mode. To go into fastboot mode, turn off your phone and press and hold `volume down + power keys` at same time until you get to a black screen with android logo and a bunch of stuff written.
Now there you also have option to boot into recovery, just press volume buttons to switch to boot modes and when it says `recovery`, press power button to select boot into recovery option.
**Possibility 1:**
You were able to go into recovery.
Here you can also try to factory reset and boot your phone. If that doesn't work, proceed below.
***Case 1:***
You have the rom to flash inside your phone (sdcard).
if you do have rom inside phone then just wipe `system, cache, dalvic` and if rom isnt same as the once currently installed on your phone (the one that is bootlooping), then you also need to wipe `data`.
***Case 2:***
You were able to boot into recovery but dont have any rom inside phone to flash.
* In this case, [setup ADB](http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979), connect phone while its in recovery to adb.
* Download a rom for your phone (you can head over to [XDA](http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/development) to look for rom and download one you like). Just download it to your pc.
* Connect your phone to pc using USB.
* Open cmd and enter the command `adb push PathAndNameOfROMFile.zip /sdcard/`. This will push the rom file you downloaded above to sdcard.
* Wipe your system, dalvic cache, cache and data (recommended, but not necessary if you downloaded same rom as previously installed on your phone).
* Reboot.
**Possibility 2:**
You were unable to go to recovery due to whatever reason.
Boot into fastboot mode again.
**Option 1:**
*Try wiping data and factory resetting from here (I wont be responsible for your data here).*
* To factory reset, first setup adb from link provided above. Then go to download mode and connect phone to pc.
* Open CMD/Terminal. And enter these commands:
fastboot erase data
fastboot erase cache
Now try rebooting. If that didn't work, move on to *Option 2*.
**Option 2:**
(*We are going to flash a factory image.*)
* So first, download factory image for your phone [here](https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#hammerhead).
* Extract downloaded archive using winrar.
* Connect your phone to pc using USB.
* Execute the flash-all.bat script (for Windows) or flash-all.sh(for MAC and LINUX) in the folder where you extracted the factory images.
---
**NOTES:**
For MAC: You'll have to edit the flash-all.sh, and add "./" before every fastboot command.
This script will also flash stock recovery. If you are not sure that your recovery is ok, then let this happen. Otherwise if you are sure that your recovery is fine and not corrupt. delete the file with word `recovery` in it. Open and edit whatever flash script you will be using to flash and remove these lines:
```
fastboot erase recovery
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
```
---
**Semi-Case 1:**
Everything flashes fine.
In this case just skip the `Semi-Case 2` and move on.
**Semi-Case 2:**
*There is some problem flashing some specific part.*
In this case, you can try flashing manually.
Run these commands *One by One* in cmd/terminal (replace `C:/` with path to where you extracted the archive):
```
fastboot flash bootloader C:/image-hammerhead-xxxx/bootloader.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
fastboot flash radio C:/image-hammerhead-xxxx/radio.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
fastboot flash system C:/image-hammerhead-xxxxx/system.img
fastboot flash userdata C:/image-hammerhead-xxxxx/userdata.img
(Note: this command will wipe your device (including /sdcard), EVEN if your bootloader is already unlocked.)
fastboot flash boot C:/image-hammerhead-xxxx/boot.img
fastboot flash recovery C:/image-hammerhead-xxxx/recovery.img
(Skip the above command if you dont want to flash stock recovery and are sure that your current recovery is not corrupt).
fastboot erase cache
```
This will manually flash everything. Hopefully this time it should be fine.
---
* Wait for everything to flash.
* After everything has finished flashing, use volume buttons to select `recovery` option from fastboot and press power button to boot into it.
* Select factory reset and reboot phone. You will turn on and you although are still rooted (just need to install a custom recovery and supersu from play store).
Hope this helps.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: On an earlier version of Lollipop, after an update, my Nexus 5 would turn off randomly and enter a boot loop. I tried entering recovery just as you did but it too kept rebooting. I researched reasons for a boot loop and discovered some users of the Nexus 5 have faulty power buttons.
Try repeatedly tapping the power button as if to get it unstuck. See if the boot loop stops because of this action. If it stops, carefully hold your N5 so that the power button does not get stuck and turn on your phone. Perhaps jiggle the phone a little after the long press to ensure the button jiggles too.
It sounds simple but this reliably booted my phone when it had troubles. I installed Gravity Screen (free in Google Play) and try my best not to use the power button. I have not had many troubles since and am on a long streak for no issues.
I mention it happening after an update but I would guess the issue is just coincidental with the update. Best of luck.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: In the end, nothing I tried worked - it went into the reboot loop even from inside the boot loader screen, so I couldn't get into recovery mode.
I sent it to LG and they repaired it for free even though it was supposed to be out of warranty.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: I think you encountered the issue with a stuck power button. I had the exact same behaviour that also went away without explanation to return a few weeks later. I read the one trick is to [bang it in a hard surface](https://www.reddit.com/r/Nexus5/comments/2edf6j/nexus_5_boot_loop_cant_even_get_to/) and shock the button out of its stuck state.
The second time it occurred I actually found a much more gentle way to temporarily fix this. Take an electric tooth brush without brush and push the oscillating shaft onto the backside and side of the phone close to the power button. After a few seconds of that my phone was back in working order.
And I felt strangely like Mc Gywer.
\*Update: This temporary fix still works two months later. So it was not so temporary considering the lifecycle of a modern smartphone.
\*Update 2: This fix worked fore a few years. Now the Nexus is permanently stuck in a reboot loop and no toothbrushes or other vibrating tools will fix it.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_5: There are a number of long winded threads on the Nexus product forums about this. Some people get resolution by replacing or fixing the power button, as noted already here. Others by replacing the battery, others by sending to LG for replacement. I saw at least two reports of cures by rooting and going to an older kernel (5.0, 5.1).
The fact that so many of the reports cluster around 5.1.1 update make me suspicious that the hardware approach (button, battery) address the true problem, but hey if it lets you get another few months or year out of the device go for it.
For me my phone *seems* be fixed (only 24 hours free and clear so far), but I don't know what the magic was. What I did follows, the presence of next step indicates the previous one didn't work (phone still rebooted or shutdown spontaneously).
* Reset to factory default using Settings menu
* Reset to factory defaults using Recover Mode in bootloader
* Use WugFresh [Nexus Root Kit](http://www.wugfresh.com/nrt/) to unlock bootloader, root the phone
* WugFresh revert: Flash stock image and unroot (which uses the most recent official 5.1.1 image)
At this point the phone finally stabilized, going ~15 hours without a reboot or shutdown.
In the middle I talked to Google and LG customer service, I'll add details of that to another answer. Since I'm so deep in now I've since re-unlocked and rooted and applied PureNexus ROM and GAPPS. So far so good, but it's only been a few hours.
\*\*Update: celebration was premature. Phone is still rebooting, though frequency has diminished. Looks like I go back to stock and wait much longer before trying anything else, including reinstalling most used apps. :-( \*\*
Sources:
* [Random restarts and "twitchy" power button after Android 5.1.1 update](https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topic/nexus/idGEMCbzTBA)
* [Android 5.1 Random Restarts and Optimize App](https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topic/nexus/IJSOuc7gw0w;context-place=topicsearchin/nexus/random$20rebbot$20nexus$205)
* or just search the Nexus forum for "[random reboot nexus 5](https://productforums.google.com/forum/#!topicsearchin/nexus/random$20reboot$20nexus$205)" and pay attention to the dozens of threads with hundreds or thousand plus replies...
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/06/01 | 816 | 3,662 | <issue_start>username_0: So I was just looking at are very standard app, - Bank of America and Ally Bank. none of these apps showed up on Google Play Store and in my list of devices they indicated as being incompatible . So I downloaded the other app forgot its name which will make my phone model brand and carrier different from what it is now and hopefully that app would show up. But even after disguising my phone as a Nexus with A T and T it would still not show up on play store . So obviously the developer had set some restrictions based on carriers or brand. What I want to find out here, in this question is how do I find out what kind of restrictions this app may have , so I can accordingly spoof the phone I ended up installing it from a manual apk download , and that is not trustworthy with bank password<issue_comment>username_1: There might be some explicit restrictions (such as availability in certain countries only, and/or a subset of Android versions), and indirect ones. A developer hardly can test an app on all devices that exist, so they usually setup parameters: Android version, device features.
An app might e.g. require a minimum screen resolution – which would rule out all devices "below" that, without any device/manufacturer being explicitly mentioned. It might require a camera being present, or the device having a GPS module (not all tablets have this).
Would be quite a long post to list all possibilities and combinations, but I guess you've got the idea. As for the banking app of a given bank, I very well could imagine it being restricted to a single country (or a small group of countries) – where the bank is working with customers.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: See [Filters on Google Playstore](http://developer.android.com/google/play/filters.html) and on [How filters work?](http://developer.android.com/google/play/filters.html#how-filters-work)
>
> Filtering in Google Play is based on several types of app metadata and
> configuration settings, including manifest declarations, required
> libraries,architecture dependencies, and distribution controls set in
> the Google Play Developer Console, such as geographic targeting,
> pricing, and more.
>
>
> Google Play filtering is based in part on manifest declarations and
> other aspects of the Android framework, but actual filtering behaviors
> are distinct from the framework and are not bound to specific API
> levels.
>
>
>
However when you access Google playstore from the web browser with an email id which has not registered with any android device the restrictions are not applied. If you want look at the specific app for restrictions you can download the apk file offline and unpack it and in the manifest file([AndroidManifest.xml](http://developer.android.com/guide/topics/manifest/manifest-intro.html)) you can see the list restrictions made for that app. Look out for the [Filtering based on the App Manifest](http://developer.android.com/google/play/filters.html#manifest-filters) tags in particular under the configuration.
Consider the following example, an application that is designed to run on older API levels declares a Bluetooth permission, but does not declare the Bluetooth feature in a element.
Result: Google Play does not filter the application from any device.
```
...
```
In the second example, below, the same application also declares a target API level of "5".
Result: Google Play now assumes that the feature is required and will filter the application from all devices that do not report Bluetooth support, including devices running older versions of the platform.
```
...
```
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/06/01 | 771 | 3,252 | <issue_start>username_0: I have transferred all contacts from the Android phone (Moto G) to the Windows Phone (Microsoft Lumia 540). I have multiple numbers for each contact in Android, but I can see only one number for a contact in my Windows phone.
For example, Sachine has two numbers: 999-999-9992 and 888-888-882.
In Windows, it shows Sachine: 999-999-9992 only.
Please help me out with this problem.<issue_comment>username_1: There might be some explicit restrictions (such as availability in certain countries only, and/or a subset of Android versions), and indirect ones. A developer hardly can test an app on all devices that exist, so they usually setup parameters: Android version, device features.
An app might e.g. require a minimum screen resolution – which would rule out all devices "below" that, without any device/manufacturer being explicitly mentioned. It might require a camera being present, or the device having a GPS module (not all tablets have this).
Would be quite a long post to list all possibilities and combinations, but I guess you've got the idea. As for the banking app of a given bank, I very well could imagine it being restricted to a single country (or a small group of countries) – where the bank is working with customers.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: See [Filters on Google Playstore](http://developer.android.com/google/play/filters.html) and on [How filters work?](http://developer.android.com/google/play/filters.html#how-filters-work)
>
> Filtering in Google Play is based on several types of app metadata and
> configuration settings, including manifest declarations, required
> libraries,architecture dependencies, and distribution controls set in
> the Google Play Developer Console, such as geographic targeting,
> pricing, and more.
>
>
> Google Play filtering is based in part on manifest declarations and
> other aspects of the Android framework, but actual filtering behaviors
> are distinct from the framework and are not bound to specific API
> levels.
>
>
>
However when you access Google playstore from the web browser with an email id which has not registered with any android device the restrictions are not applied. If you want look at the specific app for restrictions you can download the apk file offline and unpack it and in the manifest file([AndroidManifest.xml](http://developer.android.com/guide/topics/manifest/manifest-intro.html)) you can see the list restrictions made for that app. Look out for the [Filtering based on the App Manifest](http://developer.android.com/google/play/filters.html#manifest-filters) tags in particular under the configuration.
Consider the following example, an application that is designed to run on older API levels declares a Bluetooth permission, but does not declare the Bluetooth feature in a element.
Result: Google Play does not filter the application from any device.
```
...
```
In the second example, below, the same application also declares a target API level of "5".
Result: Google Play now assumes that the feature is required and will filter the application from all devices that do not report Bluetooth support, including devices running older versions of the platform.
```
...
```
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/06/01 | 286 | 1,184 | <issue_start>username_0: Whenever I sent a message it is in
>
> Sending...
>
>
>
status all the time. I've checked the SMSC settings and they are entered correctly. Restarted phone several time. Still the problem is there..
I can receive messages, can make call also<issue_comment>username_1: Remove the SIM card-> Insert the SIM into another phone and restart the phone -> Insert in back into your phone and restart and check if it works. This will reconfigure the message center and the settings for you SIM card. If the problem persist contact your network operator for settings.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: The only thing that I can think of is that you're sending a type of message that can not be sent by default (e.g. MMS messages). I had an issue where long SMS messages would automatically be converted to MMS, thus not being not-sendable. Check whether the message type is SMS, and also check whether you can send short SMS messages (that won't be converted to MMS).
Also, try installing different messaging app (like Google's [Messenger](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.messaging)), to see if that helps.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/06/01 | 261 | 1,099 | <issue_start>username_0: I do not seem to be able to see how large an app's download size in the play store is prior to buying it or agreeing to install it.
Is there a means of doing this?<issue_comment>username_1: Remove the SIM card-> Insert the SIM into another phone and restart the phone -> Insert in back into your phone and restart and check if it works. This will reconfigure the message center and the settings for you SIM card. If the problem persist contact your network operator for settings.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: The only thing that I can think of is that you're sending a type of message that can not be sent by default (e.g. MMS messages). I had an issue where long SMS messages would automatically be converted to MMS, thus not being not-sendable. Check whether the message type is SMS, and also check whether you can send short SMS messages (that won't be converted to MMS).
Also, try installing different messaging app (like Google's [Messenger](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.apps.messaging)), to see if that helps.
Upvotes: 1 |
2015/06/01 | 552 | 2,329 | <issue_start>username_0: When a text message comes in, the stock email app throws a copy into my Exchange email accounts that are on the phone. I want to turn this feature off but cannot find a setting for it anywhere. I have a Galaxy S6<issue_comment>username_1: To stop this from happening you simply need to disable the `Sync SMS` feature on your Android phone which is enabled by default.
To disable the Sync SMS feature:
1. Open the Email Account Options settings
2. Disable the Sync SMS feature
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: My Galaxy S6 Edge, Android version 5.1.1 has a slightly different process from username_1's answer:
E-mail → Inbox → More → Settings → select e-mail account → deselect Sync Messages
Interestingly I have 3 e-mail accounts on my phone but only the most recent addition (associated with Office 365) has the option for syncing SMS messages.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: On the new Samsung Galaxy S7 - You must delete the account receiving the text messages and then reinstall it. During new account set up is the only time you will see the option of whether to sync SMS. It does not appear anywhere else once you leave the initial set up screen. Once the account is installed, you will see options for syncing email, contacts, calendar, tasks - but not SMS on the Galaxy S7.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: open email app -->settings ---> click on the account you want to remove the sms ---> scroll down and deselect sync messages
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: See the answers from username_1 and username_4. Try them, or similar techniques for your specific email, first (before the solution provided by username_3) since it worked for me for my MS Exchange email. As it turns out, the MS Exchange connected email was the only email relaying my text messages (which I didn't want because I use it for 2-factor authentication and it adds confusion when I respond to a text via my email).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: For the Samsung Galaxy S8+, click on your email icon, then the triple lines in upper left hand corner, then the settings gear in upper right, then touch your email address at the top, then scroll to bottom & make sure the Sync Messages is not on.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/01 | 316 | 1,211 | <issue_start>username_0: I deleted my WhatsApp account and I would like to restore the conversation I had. I didn't uninstall the app, or doing any reset.
When I checked the `/databases` folder, it's empty. Is it possible to find the last backup file somewhere?
If it's related, I've got LG G3.<issue_comment>username_1: Go to SDcard or Internal SD (whichever available default). Find WhatsApp folder. The daily scheduled backups that occur at 4.00am is present in the databases folder.
To restore, fresh install WhatsApp. There will be a dialogue "Do you want to restore your chat history?". Click Restore.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Unless you have some file recovery software to recover the deleted `.crypt8` database files on your sdcard, you are out of luck.
Deleting your WhatsApp account will erase your message history from sdcard.
Deleting your account will do the following
```
- Delete your account from WhatsApp.
- Delete you from your friends' WhatsApp Contacts lists.
- Delete you from all WhatsApp groups.
- Erase your message history on your phone.
- Delete your WhatsApp service payment information.
```
[Source](http://www.whatsapp.com/faq/en/android/21119703)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/01 | 513 | 1,865 | <issue_start>username_0: My back camera has broken although the front camera is still working.
Certain applications, such as WhatsApp web, only let you use the back camera to read the QR code. Is there a way to switch cameras by editing a certain file in Root Explorer?<issue_comment>username_1: There is a way but its **Extremely** dangerous.
I highly recommend not doing this as its neither for your device and the risks are **too** high.
<http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1699299>
---
As for WhatsApp Web, it allows you to use your computer for WhatsApp conversations.
The draw back is that both your Android and your browser needs to be connected to Internet.
And the only advantage is that you get a keyboard which makes it really easier to type as well as a Big screen
Again there's an easy workaround.
Apps like [WiFi Keyboard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.volosyukivan&hl=en) allows you to type in your Android device through a computer browser.
And Apps like [droid VNC server](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.onaips.vnc&hl=en) Allows you to remote control your android within your computer! Including watching your screen.
---
As for the other apps, you cant do much. Later so sooner you must change your broken phone..
Kudos
I hope my answer helps...
It requires a lot of hardwork to write a good answer. A thumbsup is always appreciated.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I am using RED MI2.
My rear camera is not working. I needed to use front camera for QR Code scan, after attempting of so many `.apk` files, I was not able to use front camera.
Last attempt I thought is to remove rear camera *physcially* and then try.
Result: It works. I can scan QR code with *Front Camera*
[Source: you tube video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sex4yUcfnBk&noredirect=1)
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/01 | 1,142 | 4,447 | <issue_start>username_0: I've noticed that my Samsung Galaxy S4 doesn't always charge at its maximum rate of charge, even when it seemingly should. For example, car DC adapters that claim to provide up to 2.0A current only provides 500mA. I've also tried [connecting the OEM AC adapter to a car inverter](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/110415/car-charging-at-500ma)\*\*, with the same result of a ~500mA charge rate. On the other hand, when connected to an AC outlet through the same charger, the device draws 1200mA\*.
I previously owned an Galaxy S3 which I think started having similar issues at some point, possibly after a system update.
What conditions are required for Android devices to draw greater than the 500mA current provided by a USB 2 data connection? Have these conditions changed with successive versions of the Android OS?
\*: Measurements of current draw made by [Ampere](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gombosdev.ampere)
\*\*: I asked this question a few days ago and it has attracted very little attention, so I'm now asking a more general question.<issue_comment>username_1: I would recommend you to change the USB wire and replace it with a good USB wire.
I have seen that over time the wire gives lower charging value and it's unable to give output as of newer cable. There is no issue with the charger in this case ( 2A or 1A charger).
* just change the USB wire
* connect it to phone and charger.
* check the values of the current flow in application like galaxy charging
I am sure that you would get desired output if you follow these step
This same method worked for me. And also make sure that you give full cycle to the battery when charging.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: The OS isn't relevant to charging speed, but the internal hardware differs heavily between phones. One thing you'll experience is that nearly all chargers that advertise themselves as 2.1A are optimized for iProducts, which require a different grounding scheme in the charger to reach their full speed, and that same scheme limits Android devices to 500mA. So counter-productively you'll find that most 1A chargers will charge your Android device FASTER than 2.1A chargers. You'll also see a lot of multi-chargers that have one port dedicated to 2.1A, and if you move your phone to the other port it'll charge faster. Most label these ports as A and NA, for Apple and Non-Apple.
The way around this is to buy a charger that's specifically designed to adapt to whatever device you're using. One example, which I've used myself, is the [Anker 4.8A 2-port charger](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/B00D82O68Y). Unlike most two-port chargers which dedicate one port to Apple and one to non-Apple, this uses Anker's PowerIQ tech to sense, on either port, what your device wants from it and adjust accordingly. This charged my device at full speed quite easily. I've since switched to one from Choetech that's a 4-port simply because my Nexus 6 supports Quick Charge 2.0, and that one had a port for that, but it advertises their own version of the same concept as PowerIQ for the other ports. Both companies make a ton of wall/desk chargers with the same technologies in them, and I have multiple Anker chargers and external batteries. Aukey seems to be another supplier who's probably using the same OEM as those other two companies, with similar results. And they all seem to give good warranty support via Amazon.
The other factor, as mentioned in the other answer, is the cable. I used to think "USB is USB," and that's true for data, but not for power. Cable quality, and unknown factors, will change what you can pull off. I've had two cables of the same length produce as much as an 800mA difference from the same charger. Also, some just combine with certain chargers better. The cable I've had the most consistent luck with, across all devices, is the [Cable Matters Premium Gold-Plated cable](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/B00IG9LSGM). I used to buy the MonoPrice-branded ones, but they stopped making them, and I found these identical ones on Amazon. They're quite cheap, and they've worked exceptionally well for me. They give me over 2A on Quick Charge 2.0, and 1.2 on everything else when all other conditions are optimal and I'm using a good charger. Length matters, too. The shorter the cable, the better it can hold onto its current.
Upvotes: 2 |
2015/06/02 | 824 | 3,273 | <issue_start>username_0: I am just trying to take a screenshot of my starbucks rewards card, so I can print it out. Apparently a lot of apps like netflix, hulu, and starbucks recently have been restricting screenshots for obvious reasons. All the screenshot tools I try give me an error (I have root access). The error is always " Couldn't save screenshot. Storage may be in use".<issue_comment>username_1: Thats not any type of app restriction. Its a bug in your software part.
*You can try this->*
Go to `/sdcard/Pictures/screenshots` and rename `screenshots` to something else. Restart and retry taking the screenshot.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: 1. Install “ES File Explorer” from the Play Store. Open it and navigate to internal SD card storage
2. Delete “Pictures” folder
3. Create a new “Pictures” folder and open it and make “Screenshots” folder inside “Pictures" folder
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: It might probably due to *permissions error* in KitKat (and Lollipop) running Android phones.
♦ *Layman Solution :*
The most common way is to reboot your android phone and try taking the screenshot.
If it doesn't cut it, try going into safe mode and come back to normal mode back.
♦ *Professional Solution :*
Wipe dalvik cache in recovery mode.
♦ *For Xiaomi users :*
Create a folder called Screenshots in `/sdcard/DCIM/`
Note: MIUI saves screenshots in `/sdcard/DCIM/screenshots/`
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Follow these steps to get your screenshots up and running:
1. Open file manager
2. Look for PICTURES folder.
3. Rename it to PICTURES2 or something
That's it. Screenshots up and running.
Now why is that? That's because the folder PICTURES is actually supposed to be Pictures. When you try to capture a screenshot, the screenshot app looks for a folder called Pictures but since it doesn’t exist, it tries to create it. But File Manager doesn’t differentiate between Pictures and PICTURES. Hence the error. When you do the rename and capture a screenshot you can actually see a folder called Pictures created. Now you can move the data from PICTURES2 to Pictures (only the important one and without deleting any existing content in Pictures). It is safe to delete the PICTURES2 folder after this.
(This solution is tried by me on One Plus 2 and it worked.)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: In case you have tried other solution but hasn't worked , try this: unmount your SD card on setting and then mount your SD card back. This actually worked for me.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: have you lot actually looked to see if your phone HAS taken a screenshot? because I get that error message but the screenshot has been taken and IS saved, even though it says it can't save it.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_7: I went into file manager and moved everything from the phone to the SD card and it solved the problem.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_8: I had the problem
When choosing to store on phone it works
While when use to store on sd card give the same error
I tried all the solutions but didn't work
But at last i tried this and worked
Creat a folder in the sd card and name it Pictures
Then create another folder inside it and name it Screenshots
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/02 | 865 | 3,320 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung Galaxy Ace and a 4GB SD card, I only have one app that is whatsapp, and When I try to download another app That is 40MG(a lot less than 4GB), it says insufficient Space, but I go to settings and it says that I have 3.69GB of space on SD card, and on the phone's space that comes with it says 20 MG available, so I have 3.69GB,and 20MG, and it doesn't let me download apps!What do I do?<issue_comment>username_1: Thats not any type of app restriction. Its a bug in your software part.
*You can try this->*
Go to `/sdcard/Pictures/screenshots` and rename `screenshots` to something else. Restart and retry taking the screenshot.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: 1. Install “ES File Explorer” from the Play Store. Open it and navigate to internal SD card storage
2. Delete “Pictures” folder
3. Create a new “Pictures” folder and open it and make “Screenshots” folder inside “Pictures" folder
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: It might probably due to *permissions error* in KitKat (and Lollipop) running Android phones.
♦ *Layman Solution :*
The most common way is to reboot your android phone and try taking the screenshot.
If it doesn't cut it, try going into safe mode and come back to normal mode back.
♦ *Professional Solution :*
Wipe dalvik cache in recovery mode.
♦ *For Xiaomi users :*
Create a folder called Screenshots in `/sdcard/DCIM/`
Note: MIUI saves screenshots in `/sdcard/DCIM/screenshots/`
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Follow these steps to get your screenshots up and running:
1. Open file manager
2. Look for PICTURES folder.
3. Rename it to PICTURES2 or something
That's it. Screenshots up and running.
Now why is that? That's because the folder PICTURES is actually supposed to be Pictures. When you try to capture a screenshot, the screenshot app looks for a folder called Pictures but since it doesn’t exist, it tries to create it. But File Manager doesn’t differentiate between Pictures and PICTURES. Hence the error. When you do the rename and capture a screenshot you can actually see a folder called Pictures created. Now you can move the data from PICTURES2 to Pictures (only the important one and without deleting any existing content in Pictures). It is safe to delete the PICTURES2 folder after this.
(This solution is tried by me on One Plus 2 and it worked.)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: In case you have tried other solution but hasn't worked , try this: unmount your SD card on setting and then mount your SD card back. This actually worked for me.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: have you lot actually looked to see if your phone HAS taken a screenshot? because I get that error message but the screenshot has been taken and IS saved, even though it says it can't save it.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_7: I went into file manager and moved everything from the phone to the SD card and it solved the problem.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_8: I had the problem
When choosing to store on phone it works
While when use to store on sd card give the same error
I tried all the solutions but didn't work
But at last i tried this and worked
Creat a folder in the sd card and name it Pictures
Then create another folder inside it and name it Screenshots
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/02 | 793 | 3,148 | <issue_start>username_0: My boyfriends phone was stolen & all we want out of it is the contacts. The phone is currently activated & being used. Can we retrieve the contacts & put them on another phone? If so, does the new phone have to be activated first?<issue_comment>username_1: Thats not any type of app restriction. Its a bug in your software part.
*You can try this->*
Go to `/sdcard/Pictures/screenshots` and rename `screenshots` to something else. Restart and retry taking the screenshot.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: 1. Install “ES File Explorer” from the Play Store. Open it and navigate to internal SD card storage
2. Delete “Pictures” folder
3. Create a new “Pictures” folder and open it and make “Screenshots” folder inside “Pictures" folder
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: It might probably due to *permissions error* in KitKat (and Lollipop) running Android phones.
♦ *Layman Solution :*
The most common way is to reboot your android phone and try taking the screenshot.
If it doesn't cut it, try going into safe mode and come back to normal mode back.
♦ *Professional Solution :*
Wipe dalvik cache in recovery mode.
♦ *For Xiaomi users :*
Create a folder called Screenshots in `/sdcard/DCIM/`
Note: MIUI saves screenshots in `/sdcard/DCIM/screenshots/`
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Follow these steps to get your screenshots up and running:
1. Open file manager
2. Look for PICTURES folder.
3. Rename it to PICTURES2 or something
That's it. Screenshots up and running.
Now why is that? That's because the folder PICTURES is actually supposed to be Pictures. When you try to capture a screenshot, the screenshot app looks for a folder called Pictures but since it doesn’t exist, it tries to create it. But File Manager doesn’t differentiate between Pictures and PICTURES. Hence the error. When you do the rename and capture a screenshot you can actually see a folder called Pictures created. Now you can move the data from PICTURES2 to Pictures (only the important one and without deleting any existing content in Pictures). It is safe to delete the PICTURES2 folder after this.
(This solution is tried by me on One Plus 2 and it worked.)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: In case you have tried other solution but hasn't worked , try this: unmount your SD card on setting and then mount your SD card back. This actually worked for me.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: have you lot actually looked to see if your phone HAS taken a screenshot? because I get that error message but the screenshot has been taken and IS saved, even though it says it can't save it.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_7: I went into file manager and moved everything from the phone to the SD card and it solved the problem.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_8: I had the problem
When choosing to store on phone it works
While when use to store on sd card give the same error
I tried all the solutions but didn't work
But at last i tried this and worked
Creat a folder in the sd card and name it Pictures
Then create another folder inside it and name it Screenshots
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/02 | 306 | 1,117 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm having difficulty taking a screenshot my galaxy note 4.
I'm doing the power button + home button method.
I press and hold the power button slightly before I start pressing and holding the home button.
What this does is brings up the google voice command screen (as if I've just held the home button).
Any suggestions for resolving this?<issue_comment>username_1: Put the side of your hand on the left side of the screen and swipe to the right. That should do it.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: There are 3 ways to take a screenshot with the galaxy note 4 :
1. As [@username_1](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/111080/mythrilmagician) mentioned it, by putting the side of your hand on the left side of the screen and swipe to the right.
2. As [@reachrk](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/108847/reachrk) said, by using the stylus. Press the stylus buton, then select the last option of Air Command : Screen write. [See here](https://www.androidpit.com/samsung-galaxy-note-4-review).
3. You can also try to press Home button + Power button for 1-2s.
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/02 | 543 | 1,961 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently installed cyanogemod 12 unofficial version on my xiaomi redmi 1s.But whenever I try to lock a folder on my home screen it says "Unfortunately trebuchet has stopped working".I want to know if it can be fixed.<issue_comment>username_1: Wipe cache and data in recovery. Reboot.
If problem persists install latest version of Cyanogenmod (dont dirty flash) --->
[CM12.1 R8 link](http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-1s/orig-development/rom-cyanogenmod-12-1-t3075376)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: **Method 1: Clearing data and cache**
* Go to system Settings > Apps > Open “All” tab > Select Trebuchet
* Click Force Close> Clear data and Clear cache of Trebuchet
* Restart the phone
**Method 2: Install a different launcher**
* Install a different launcher like Nova or Apex and set is as default launcher
* Since you already have Trebuchet it might conflict with the new launcher so with root explorer or file explorer go to System > Apps > Delete/Rename Trebuchet to something else
**Method 3: Weird fix**
* Simply press menu button and you should see “Trebuchet Settings”
( If you still can’t find the Trebuchet settings, install a launcher like Apex or Nova > Widgets > Activities > Trebuchet > Preferences. Now you can access Trebuchet Settings/Preferences from Homescreen.)
* From Trebuchet Preferences > Go to Dock Divider deselect and reselect it.
* From Trebuchet Preferences > Homescreen> Set the number of Homescreen to 7.
* From Trebuchet Preferences > Homescreen> Enable search bar.
[Source](http://appslova.com/fix-unfortunately-trebuchet-has-stopped-error/)
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_3: Note: this is probably specific to latest Android 5x updates which are pushed out by Cyanogen.
You need to enable Google (Search ) App if it is disabled. You can find it in Settings → Apps → Disabled section.
[Here](https://jira.cyanogenmod.org/browse/BACON-4366) is another specific fix.
Upvotes: 3 |
2015/06/02 | 1,163 | 4,091 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there any way to get an **LG G2** (running the latest version of stock software, Lollipop 5.0.2) in **fastboot mode**? None of the methods listed anywhere online work for me. I'm getting the feeling that it's not an option on this device, but I've heard no definitive confirmation of that.
Here's what I've tried and has not helped:
* Turning the device off, holding down power and volume down buttons, releasing them when the LG logo displays, and holding them down again to power up. This brings the phone into `Factory data reset` mode, in which the only option is to `Erase all user data & restore default settings`.
* Turning the device off, holding the volume up, and plugging a connected USB cable into the phone. This brings the phone into `Download Mode`.
* `adb reboot fastboot`. This reboots the phone normally.
* `adb reboot bootloader`. This also reboots the phone normally.
(If you're wondering why I need to get into Fastboot: [How to Clear Caches in LG G2 Running Lollipop 5.0.2](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/110325/how-to-clear-caches-in-lg-g2-running-lollipop-5-0-2).)
To be clear, I mean that `fastboot devices` lists nothing when I do any of the above methods. But `adb` is working.<issue_comment>username_1: Per [this thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/lgg2/comments/29jx7w/how_to_enter_fastboot_mode_on_the_lg_g2/), the fastboot is entered in when boot partitions get corrupted. For obvious reasons, I'm not overly thrilled about testing this theory by corrupting my boot partitions :)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: 1. Power off your LG device;
2. Connect your USB cable to your computer, but not your phone
3. Press and hold the Power and Volume Up keys simultaneously. Hold for about 5 to 8 seconds. Now connect the other end of the USB cable to your phone;
4. Done!
If it worked, you're welcome.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Download mode may appear prior to fastboot mode.
1. Boot down the phone
2. Keep holding down `Volume Up` button.
3. Put a USB cable that is connected to a PC in to phone.
4. Continue holding `Volume Up` button throughout download mode until fastbood mode appears and you can release the `Volume Up` button.
Extra: [Here's the how-to video.](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcFtnZZ7I1U)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Hi I had the same problem on my LG G2 mini.
This command worked for me:
dd if=/dev/zero of=/dev/block/platform/msm\_sdcc.1/by-name/laf
By doing so, the phone can't enter Download mode and enters Fastboot mode instead.
Use with caution though, I don't know what this really does to the device!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: username_3's answer is correct, but if you're on Windows you may need to install qualcomm drivers for some versions of the LG G2. I had to do this for the ls980 as per [this post](http://androidforums.com/threads/hard-brick-lg-g2-qhsusb_bulk-but-no-partitions-detected.934856/#post-7096537):
>
> Start by installing qualcomm drivers on your windows machine to better
> detect which mode your phone is in right now:
>
>
> <https://www.dropbox.com/s/3hovx8h7nauy7e6/Qcomm_Drivers.zip?dl=0>
>
>
> Unzip into a regular folder onto desktop. Plug in device and go to
> device manager. Find device that is phone, right click and update
> driver. Choose option to provide your own driver and point to the
> location of the entire folder of qualcomm drivers on the desktop. When
> done, note how the device is described in device manger. It should be
> more specific now. It sounds like you may be in a QDLoader 9008 mode
> since no partitions are showing up for you.
>
>
>
Even though it said my drivers appear to be up to date, it would not boot into fastboot mode until after attempting to update from this Qualcomm\_Drivers package. Prior to that it would mount a bunch of drives.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_6: all you have to do is hold down the volume down button and the power button and then plug in the USB cord real fast as it starting up and then we'll go straight into fastboot mode
Upvotes: 0 |
2015/06/02 | 787 | 3,141 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a new LG G3 and I want to listen to music that is saved on my SD card. How do you do this?<issue_comment>username_1: Your phone should have a built in app (Google Music, Music or such) for music playback and they usually auto-detect any music on your phone (in any folders you can access). Keep in mind that there is no "best" app out there - they all have flaws like not having 100% effective bluetooth control or consuming more battery with equalizer.
---
I've tried some of the most popular ones, but returned to default one, because of lack of bluetooth forward/rewind support on most players.
* **Default music app** (whatever it might be on your device) is usually gives you everything most users would need.
* **Winamp** (unfortunatelly no longer on google play) boasted a good equalizer, but quite frankly it doesn't compare to n7.
* **[n7 Player](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.n7mobile.nplayer&hl=en "n7 Player")** is somewhat uniquely designed and has decent equalizer options, but equalizer produces delay between action (like song switch) and playback.
Also it *seems* to somewhat increase battery consumption.
* **[double twist](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.doubleTwist.androidPlayer&hl=en "doubleTwist Player")** player has a lot various expansions and online functionality however, most of those features aren't free.
* **[Poweramp Player](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.maxmpz.audioplayer&hl=en "Poweramp player")** I've been reminded of this one in the comments. It did not catch my attention, however, at the time I was checking out it WAS one of the highest rated ones.
* **[Rocket Player](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrtstudio.AnotherMusicPlayer&hl=en "Rocket Player")** I haven't tried this one. However seeing as it is free and has decent ratings it might be worth checking out.
As for the playback, if you have music on your sd card, open up your music app and the music should be there.
If there is something preventing you from listening to your music please specify it.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: There are two ways to do it. The first method is to connect the SD card to a computer and dump the music in. From there you can use any app that supports audio files. The other method is only if you have music in your Google Play library. You can add music by purchasing or by uploading to your music library. Once you have done either (or both, whatever), go into the Google Play Music app on your phone, tap settings and click storage location. From there set it to external (when you have inserted the SD card into your phone). Once you have done that select what album you want to download and hit the download button, which is an arrow pointing downwards, hitting a vertical line.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: If you are taking about microSD, the pop them into the card slot and the let Google Music or other software as mentioned by @zero discover. If its SD card, then you should use a card read to connect SD to a PC and then copy them into your phone.
HTH.
Upvotes: -1 |
2015/06/02 | 1,705 | 6,960 | <issue_start>username_0: With recent research suggesting melatonin levels linked to blue wavelengths of light via the melanopsin, a plethora of phone screen dimming apps have been released.
My sister claims they can damage the screen: they flicker the LEDs more than the manufacturers brightness controls. Is such a claim true? Can they really damage the screen?<issue_comment>username_1: The short answer is NO. Unless you try to go over default brightness (which could potentially burn the LED), your screen leds are desgined for changing brightness and colors.
Leds work differently than most lightbulbs and flicker has much smaller effect on them.
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**Longer version of explanation**
First of all, leds do not "flicker" the way fluorescent light bulbs do when they glow. LEDs glow by steadily releasing energy (photons) from electrons whereas most other light bulbs rely on heat to release light.
* Incandecent - These bulbs are literally a wire that's being heated and the light from that same wire.
* Fluorescent tubes - A bit too complex to explain in once answer, but in short, they rely on electricity to heat (basically) a wire that heats gas which in turn activates phosphor emitting the light.
A point to note here that both lamps heavily rely on **heat** to shine and in turn, breaking current could result in heating elements getting damaged
* LEDs light is emitted a little differently. Diode (the glowing bit of LED) consists of positive charged and a negative charged plates. When affected by electricity the charges are forced to mix, which causes electrons to release energy (light).
**Flicker on most heating light bulbs damages their components**
Now the reason I say LEDs don't flicker the way other light bulbs do is because other light bulbs mostly heat-up and cool rapidly during each flash. In addition to that additional heat may be inflicted on the heating component during a short reverse of phase occasionally happens on power breaks. To summarize, flickering causes the heating component to crack or burn out on standard light bulbs.
LED light emission doesn't rely on heat, also, if current is reversed (like it unusually gets on power cuts or breaking current) on LED it doesn't simply shine the way most other lights do - as in fact it pulls the positive/negative charge away from each other preventing a glow.
**Flicker on LEDs**
As far as i know LEDs can only flicker when electric current is too low to maintain constant mix of charges between the 2 semiconductors, which would result in burst exchanges every time diode is "charged" with enough electricity.
Flickering as well as dimming by itself is known to reduce the lifespan of an standard (room-lighting and small) LEDs by 30-60% (according to various sources).
Anyways, phone screens are designed to last while being dimmed and under changing current, so even if your screen suffers it will probably outlast the phone.
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**Summary**
With that in mind an led with lower current might glow dimmer or change color, but the light-stream should remain steady - at least on screens.
If they DO flicker (I could not produce the flicker on 3 of my android devices), they are technically getting their lifespan reduced, but still not enough to matter.
LED screens (with everything they contain) are designed to be dimmable and most apps you see on the market are most likely just exploiting device settings.
**Side Notes**
If you can perceive a flicker it will reflect on your health more than it will on the phone. Be wary of **unusual** headaches or dry/tired eyes.
Easiest way I found to detect display changes on screen is filming the screen as you're changing the settings. If flickering DOES occur you should see it quite clearly in the video.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Please note that screen dimming apps apply a filter over the phone's screen. It's an overlay, so I don't think it will cause any damage the screen. But it will decrease the brightness just by applying a filter over your LED brightness (just like applying sun protection in a car window). Some screen dimming apps provide different colors while applying filters like blue, black, yellow etc.
On a side note, do remember that these [filter apps does not allow installation](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/69981/why-cant-i-press-the-install-button-when-installing-applications-from-unknown-s) of `.apk` files. So you have to disable the screen dimmer app and then install the app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: Perhaps, they can. My sister ran a f.lux like app (Twilight) for a while, now her screen flickers green, shows scan lines, and shuts off randomly while dimming the screen.
However my friend ran it for over a year and had no issue. Proceed with caution.
I have chosen to use twilight most nights, as my eyes are worth more than my phone screen.
Edit: I wrote this in 2015 -- it's now 2017 and I chose to use screen dimming apps every day since. Well, still no problem, phone runs fine. Not sure why my sister's phone had issues. Out of caution I did delete twilight and started using the built in android blue-light filter.
EditEdit: It's now 2019 and screen dimming apps are ubiquitous on all OS's and platforms, I think it's safe to say they do not damage screens. My sisters phone must have been anomalous.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: As developer of a popular non-profit Bluelight Filter app, we can assure you that you can safely use screen dimming and filter apps without any worries that it will affect your LCD/LED display.
Screen dimming apps work in two ways. One, they allow you to change the screen brightness, just as in your display settings. Brighter screens do burn your screen more, but it should not be a problem as the LCD/LED displays generally far outlive the phone. A bigger concern would be that bright light is not good for your eyes or that brighter screens drain your battery faster.
The second way is to apply a semi-transparent color layer on top of your screen. This has no effect on the LCD display. The reason is that, the video display processor calculates the effective pixel color before setting each pixels color. So if you have multiple semi-transparent layers, it just mathematically works out the color and brightness to be applied to the pixel on screen before passing it on to the hardware pixels. So there is absolutely no extra flicker associated with the screen filter other than what would be associated with the normal refresh cycle of the display.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_5: The answer is **YES** but this happens only with some phones.
I have a Samsung S5 I used twilight App for a while, and after I uninstalled it I got my screen damaged, a random rectangulars with random colors appears in the screen when I reduce the brightness to the minimum.
The same happened to the phone of my friend after using the same App.
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