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2017/02/17 | 870 | 3,209 | <issue_start>username_0: After staying for so long on Marshmallow, today I finally made the decision to upgrade one of my secondary devices with Nougat (LineageOS 14.1 to be precise). Everything went smooth and most things stayed familiar... except this weird entry in Settings - Developer options - Running services.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/JxKvs.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/gTHEt.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/LlvHt.png)
Screenshots (click images for larger variants)
I'd keep the running process list as clean as possible (habit, don't question why), but when I clicked into this "Android Services Library" and tried to stop it, it says it runs a "Notification ranker service" (second screenshot).
Clicking "Settings" there takes me to an app preference screen (third screenshot; likely the same as in Settings - Apps) that contains nothing about the service or the app:
Furthermore, I can't find any reference on how this "notification ranker" mechanism works, or even what it is.
Note that I also flashed stock Nougat on my Nexus 6P before, and from what I remember, that one also has this service running, so it's not specific to LineageOS.
Can anyone with sufficient knowledge tell me what it does, and what will happen if I disable this service via external means, e.g. will notification functions be affected?<issue_comment>username_1: I am not sure about lineage OS, but I hope it will be similar to (Show notification - block all - Don't silence or block) which is default in Nougat.
My Oneplus 3 has something similar to this and it has 5 levels. Maybe Notification Controls will something like this. [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/5Wiy0.jpg)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: From [arstechnica](https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2016/11/android-extensions-could-be-googles-plan-to-make-android-updates-suck-less/):
>
> GoogleExtServices has an app name of "Android Services Library" and
> does actually contain something: an **"Android Notification Ranking
> Service."** A "Notification Ranking Service" was added in Lollipop, and
> it sorts notifications by "importance" based on things like freshness,
> app type (IM apps come first), and by contact. This seems to be an
> extension to the system that includes support for Nougat's
> "notification bundling" feature. This is a really minor feature, and
> with only this single chunk of code, GoogleExtServices weighs in at a
> microscopic 10KB.
>
>
>
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Now for the last part of the question...
```
...will notification functions be affected?
```
I just jumped ship to Nougat with my primary device (Nexus 6P), and disabled the service right away, and while I set other things up, all notifications continue to pour in normally, so it definitely does not affect the basics. It will probably affect the fine-grained notification priority in Settings, but since I only use the 2 extremes ("fully on" or "fully off"), this isn't of concern.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/17 | 772 | 2,956 | <issue_start>username_0: With my new Moto E3, every time I open *Clock* application (to enable some alarm) I see a message:
>
> Default alarm ringtone is silent [Change]
>
>
>
When I tap on `Change` I'm redirected to *Sounds & notification* section of Settings, where I can only see *Phone ringtone* and *Default notification ringtone*. Both set (not silent). As for alarm I can only see alarm volume (not ringtone) which is also around half (50%) and thus not silent as well.
When I open settings of *Clock* application itself, I can see a cool set of nice settings, but -- again -- nothing around default (or not default) alarm ringtone.
**How can I set default alarm ringtone or otherwise get rid if this a bit annoying reminder**?
I've been out of "Android world" for around two years or so. Last version I've used was 4.3.5, but I can hardly recall something like default alarm ringtone. If I'm not mistaken, there was default tone for notifications and default ringtone, but alarm tone was always set per each alarm separately.
BTW: Since this is a system-level notification, I assume that [using 3rd party app](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/168752/20449) won't solve this.<issue_comment>username_1: *Assuming* Moto is using a near-AOSP clock app... When you have an alarm in the list (enabled or not), you should be able to set its ringtone individually. Setting one will make alarms created in the future use that ringtone by default.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Answer is - use ["ES Explorer"](http://android.stackexchange.com/q/168749/131553)
Very strange, but "System settings" have only Ringtone and Notification, and no Alarm-clock sound. I think it is a bug. Maybe that setting should be in Clock app, but it also no.
Steps:
* Play any music file you would like to set as default ringtone for the alarm in *ES Media Player*
* Click three dot button [:] in top right corner
* Select *Set ringtone*
* Now set ringtone dialogue will open. Choose *Set alarm*
* Now open Clock app. You should not see the warning
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Go through all of your alarms, including inactive ones, and see if you have "Default Ringtone (Unknown)" set for any. If so, change the ringtone to your custom one or a preset, or delete the alarm entirely.
When making any new alarms, it should default to the last one you used... but just make sure to avoid "Default Alarm Sound." (For some reason it calls it the Default Alarm Sound in the drop down menu, but the Default Ringtone after it is selected).
I am not sure of the root cause, but this is what removed the same message for me (it was hiding on an inactive alarm). Hope it works for you too!
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Copy your ringtone file to the *Alarms* folder in your internal storage using a file manager. Now you will see that ringtone file in the *Default alarm ringtone* list in *Settings* -> *Sounds*.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/17 | 179 | 677 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to know, does share it application store our photos and videos on its server since it has access to phone's gallery<issue_comment>username_1: No, when you share files, the two devices work by creating a hotspot on one device, and connecting to it on the other. This way, the data is transmitted from one phone to another using the Wi-Fi network, and no data is sent to any servers. This is why they make it clear that no mobile data is needed.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: But it's said in their TOS. Please refer it here.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ixmIc.jpg)
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/17 | 389 | 1,484 | <issue_start>username_0: **Background**
--------------
Android 7.1.1 Nexus 6P uses VPN app from Private Internet Access. The app has a "Per App Setting" that allows certain apps to bypass the VPN connection (some games like Pokemon Go don't operate if behind a VPN, you get an 'unable to authenticate' error until you disable VPN or turn off PG in the per app settings).
My son has my old Moto X phone (no SIM card) and needs to be tethered to my phone to have Wi-Fi when we're out and about. He does not have the PIA app installed on his phone.
**PROBLEM**
-----------
When he plays his Pokemon Go game, and we are tethered while my VPN app is operating, he cannot log in or authenticate with his game on his phone. I'll need to turn off my VPN completely before his app will allow him to log and play.
**QUESTION**
------------
Is there an Android System Process that I can allow to bypass the VPN so that his tethered Wi-Fi connection isn't blocked?<issue_comment>username_1: No, when you share files, the two devices work by creating a hotspot on one device, and connecting to it on the other. This way, the data is transmitted from one phone to another using the Wi-Fi network, and no data is sent to any servers. This is why they make it clear that no mobile data is needed.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: But it's said in their TOS. Please refer it here.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ixmIc.jpg)
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/18 | 879 | 3,715 | <issue_start>username_0: What is the reasoning behind Samsung being against rooting?
Why does rooting cause your warranty to be voided?
Isn't rooting a good thing for the user, since you have added functionality?
I understand that there comes security risks with rooting, but I'm sure if Samsung gave their full support to users that want to root their phone by making it an option, that they could avoid/fix security problems that come with rooting<issue_comment>username_1: Rooting an Android means unlocking the operating system, it gives user the privilege to control unauthorized parts of Android subsystem.
Although this might sound good, this increases system vulnerability, which means your Android is at a higher risk of being hijacked by malware or the user himself may do something that isn't supported (e.g. overclocking the CPU) which is a potential threat.
Manufacturers basically disable access to such parts of operating system which may cause harm and decrease the life of your phone.
Rooting provides access to these parts, hence you are responsible for your own cause.
Although unrooting a phone bring backs your warranty, Samsung has come up with a security feature called Knox which trips up as soon as you mess up with your phone. Bad news.
Rooting is no harm unless you start tinkering with unsafe areas.
P.S. - it is like doing things your parents (manufacturer) warned you not to do but you are your own boss. You do the same things and mess up, so who's responsible?
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: >
> What is the reasoning behind Samsung being against rooting? Why does rooting cause your warranty to be voided?
>
>
>
It is not a Samsung-specific case. Almost all manufacturers demand you to use the device as is. It is mostly about risk management. The risk of user damaging the phone is increased significantly when the phone is rooted and it would create a very big burden on manufacturers both as work force and economically. When they manufacture a series, they do it hundreds of thousands in numbers. They expect a number of problems with certain percentage of phones manufactured. If rooting is allowed, it would add greater risk and make the number of expected faulty phones unpredictable.
>
> Isn't rooting a good thing for the user, since you have added functionality?
>
>
>
Yes, as long as the users know what they are doing, but you obviously fail to see how unrelated this fact is to the question you ask. All computers have their own security-usability ratio. The reason you need rooting in the first place is because Android deliberately restricts the access of the user to certain properties. Not many people cares about getting to set CPU frequencies of the phone but many people cares about having a phone that is malware-free.
When you use a phone as is, the odds of creating bootloops, hard-bricks, security problems, usage of unauthorized software etc. is minimal and that is the way warranty-providers want to keep it. And that is not even the whole story. Manufacturers get paid to install bloatware. They don't want you to be able to delete them that easily.
>
> I understand that there comes security risks with rooting, but I'm
> sure if Samsung gave their full support to users that want to root
> their phone by making it an option, that they could avoid/fix security
> problems that come with rooting.
>
>
>
You are **sure** but you are **wrong.** You don't understand the root user concept of Unix-like operating systems. It is risky, period. You are free to use your device the way you want but you can't ask manufacturer to cover the expenses you might create by using the phone the way you are not told to do.
Upvotes: 3 |
2017/02/18 | 365 | 1,377 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm a new Android phone user. I'm looking for a setting or an application that can route audio input to phone's microphone while a wired headset is connected to it, but keep the audio output to the headset. I have been searching for this in Setting but I think it is not available there. I have been also searching for the app that can do this, the search results recommend me an app named SoundAbout, but it doesn't do what I want, it's just routing audio output to phone's speaker while a wired headset is connected to it.
So is there any?<issue_comment>username_1: There is no system-wide setting for this, unfortunately. And apps that try to control audio routing are usually hacks that cause problems on their own.
But I have a hardware solution for you -- buy one of those splitter adaptors that convert 4-pin TRRS into 2 3-pin TRS, separating for headphones and microphone, and only plug the headphones jack into your phone. Look for something like this: [https://www.amazon.com/StarTech-MUYHSFMM-Headset-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B0058DOWH6](http://rads.stackoverflow.com/amzn/click/B0058DOWH6) (I'm not recommending this particular adapter, just showing how it should look like).
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Use an app named [Lesser AudioSwitch](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nordskog.LesserAudioSwitch).
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/02/18 | 405 | 1,436 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to redirect all incoming traffic in my android shared hotspot to my local webserver (192.168.43.1:8080), so if anybody connected to me put any url like "www.google.com" will automatically be redirect to "192.168.43.1:8080", **I do have root access**, what should I do to accomplish this?<issue_comment>username_1: What you are talking about is called session hijacking.
There is a penetration testing suite called [D-sploit](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DSploit) that can do the feature you are requesting about. You can search dsploit apk files on the internet as they are no longer updated.
Recently, **Dsploit** has merged with [**Zanti**](https://www.zimperium.com/zanti-mobile-penetration-testing), you can try any of these.
* Keep in mind that these are just for analysing security issues of your network, but involving in a fraudulent activity with other users will make you liable for your actions, so use wisely.
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: What you are talking about is called captive portal. On android this can be done by loading our own configuration file for dnsmasq. I made an a minimal UI app for this purpose. You can find it on XDA : <https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-setup-fake-captive-portal-android-t4011689>
If you are android developer, please help us to improve the app.
And also this app requires root permission.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/19 | 387 | 1,356 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a non-rooted Android phone and would like to use both a Firewall and an Adblocker at the same time. How can I do this?
I could only find Firewalls and Adblockers for non-rooted phones that use use VPN with only *one* VPN connection being allowed.<issue_comment>username_1: You can install a firewall for non-rooted phones that uses VPN like the open source *[NetGuard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.faircode.netguard)* and then use the browser [Firefox for Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.mozilla.firefox&hl=en) and install [an Adblock AddOn](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/android/search/?q=adblock&appver=&platform=) to it (like uBlock Origin) or simply use the [Firefox Klar](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.mozilla.klar) browser.
Sadly I couldn't figure out a way to also use an additional non-root Adblocker that also blocks ads in apps but maybe there are some other alternatives. Pi-hole isn't really a solution in my and most cases.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: You can use [adguard](https://android.izzysoft.de/repo/apk/com.adguard.android) for this purpose which has the capability of both a firewall and an adblocker. It sets up a local vpn for non rooted phones. It also has a proxy mode. ( inorder to use with other vpns).
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/02/19 | 530 | 2,104 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using Chrome canary and this check mark has appeared. I don't know why it appeared and what it means? Page is bookmarked but others from here are too but no mark; page isn't saved for offline reading. Any thoughts?
Also how do I remove it?!
(Click image to enlarge)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/vP96N.png)<issue_comment>username_1: It means the site is downloaded for offline viewing. You may have done it by accident but that is what the icon means (unless Google changed the meaning in your Canary build which I find very unlikely).
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Pray. Clear Chrome's data.
Go to App Info or Application Manager or whatever it is → Chrome → Storage & memory → Manage space → Clear all data.
This is worked for me.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: After unsuccessfully trying rather complex fixes suggested on google forums, I ended up clicking on the three dots next to the search bar, going to downloads and searching the site with the checkmark (using the magnifying glass at the top of the pg.) Clicked the three dots next to the site download listing and clicked delete, and the annoying tick was gone.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: Chrome thinks the webpage is downloaded for offline viewing.
------------------------------------------------------------
---
This also happened to me today. I fixed it (removed the check marks) by doing the following:
---
In the Chrome settings:
-----------------------
---
1. Click "Privacy and security"
2. Click "Clear browsing data"
3. Make sure that only "Cached images and files" is checked
4. Set the "Time range" to "Last 24 hours" (longer if necessary)
5. Click "Clear data"
6. If you can, make sure that the sites that have the downloaded check mark icon next to them on the home page are selected, and deselect all of the other sites
7. Click "Clear"
8. Wait a bit while it is busy "Clearing browsing data"
9. Go back to the home page and refresh it
10. Be happy that the check marks are now finally gone
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/02/19 | 894 | 3,738 | <issue_start>username_0: I need to turn my android phone horizontal, but have the "up" side be the side that is closer to the ground. How does one do this?<issue_comment>username_1: I assume you mean 180° rotation - lots of screen rotation apps, like [Ultimate Rotation Control](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nl.fameit.rotate), can be set up to do that.
The bonus point of the one I linked to is that, after setting up properly, it will seamlessly integrate with the built-in rotation switch of the OS.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This app does exactly what you are asking for
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pranavpandey.rotation>
StackExchange will not approve my answer unless I add more information, so here's a 1:1 citation of what the app author writes:
```
Rotation is a tool to manage the device orientation. It offers all the modes that Android supports and can be configured according to the apps or various events like call, lock, headset, charging and dock. Let's give it a try to explore its other features.
FEATURES
Orientations
• Auto-rotate on • Auto-rotate off
• Forced auto-rotate • Forced portrait • Forced landscape
• Reverse portrait • Reverse landscape • Sensor portrait • Sensor landscape
• Forced full sensor • Lock Current – Lock current orientation
Conditions
• Call orientation • Lock orientation • Headset orientation
• Charging orientation • Dock orientation • App orientation
• Events priority - Customizable events preference in case of two or more events occur simultaneously.
On demand
# Change orientation of the foreground app or events with a fully customizable floating head (or notification or tile) available on the top of supported tasks.
Themes
• A dynamic theme engine with background-aware functionality to avoid any visibility issues.
Others
• Start on boot • Notification • Vibration and more.
• Widgets, shortcuts and notification tiles to perform various operations.
# Rotation extension to automate over 40 actions via Locale / Tasker plugin.
Support
• Quick setup to configure major features at once.
• Dedicated support section to troubleshoot general issues.
# Perform backup and restore operations to save and load the app settings.
Features marked with # are paid and Rotation Key is required to use them.
LANGUAGES
English, Deutsch, Español, Indonesia, Italiano, Português, Русский, Türkçe, 中文 (简体), 中文 (繁體)
PERMISSIONS
Internet access – To display ads in free version.
Retrieve running apps – To detect foreground app.
Usage statistics (Android 5.0+) – To detect foreground app.
Modify system settings – To change display orientation settings.
Draw over other apps – To change foreground orientation.
Read device state and identity – To change the phone call orientation.
Run at startup – To start service when device boots up.
Control vibration – To vibrate device when orientation changes.
Modify USB storage (Android 4.3 and below) – To create and restore backup.
ACCESSIBILITY
It uses an accessibility service to provide a better experience and to force the lock screen orientation on Android 8.0+ devices. It will not access window content or any other sensitive data.
Rotation > Conditions > Events > Accessibility.
------------------------------
- Buy Rotation Key for more features and to support the development.
- In case of bugs/issues, please contact me via email before making any review.
- Some apps might not work properly when forced to work in certain orientations. Use Auto-rotate on/off from conditions to use system settings for those apps.
- Reverse portrait is disabled on some Xiaomi (MIUI) devices with default launcher. Please try any other launcher (home screen) to make it work.
```
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/19 | 1,070 | 4,281 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm currently using an Android emulator KOPLAYER (v1.4.1049) and installed the app Topps KICK on it and have been using it for a month. When a new update for the app came, and I tried logging in the game, this error came up:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/dUrvO.png)
>
> Cyclic Dependency not allowed.
>
>
>
I also tried contacting the TOPPS guys but to no use. I have tried the app on MEMU, Nox and BlueStack emulators too, but I get the same error.
It works fine on my Xperia Z and iPhone 6 Plus. The problem is just with Android Emulators on my laptop.
Any help I would get will be much appreciated!<issue_comment>username_1: I assume you mean 180° rotation - lots of screen rotation apps, like [Ultimate Rotation Control](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nl.fameit.rotate), can be set up to do that.
The bonus point of the one I linked to is that, after setting up properly, it will seamlessly integrate with the built-in rotation switch of the OS.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This app does exactly what you are asking for
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pranavpandey.rotation>
StackExchange will not approve my answer unless I add more information, so here's a 1:1 citation of what the app author writes:
```
Rotation is a tool to manage the device orientation. It offers all the modes that Android supports and can be configured according to the apps or various events like call, lock, headset, charging and dock. Let's give it a try to explore its other features.
FEATURES
Orientations
• Auto-rotate on • Auto-rotate off
• Forced auto-rotate • Forced portrait • Forced landscape
• Reverse portrait • Reverse landscape • Sensor portrait • Sensor landscape
• Forced full sensor • Lock Current – Lock current orientation
Conditions
• Call orientation • Lock orientation • Headset orientation
• Charging orientation • Dock orientation • App orientation
• Events priority - Customizable events preference in case of two or more events occur simultaneously.
On demand
# Change orientation of the foreground app or events with a fully customizable floating head (or notification or tile) available on the top of supported tasks.
Themes
• A dynamic theme engine with background-aware functionality to avoid any visibility issues.
Others
• Start on boot • Notification • Vibration and more.
• Widgets, shortcuts and notification tiles to perform various operations.
# Rotation extension to automate over 40 actions via Locale / Tasker plugin.
Support
• Quick setup to configure major features at once.
• Dedicated support section to troubleshoot general issues.
# Perform backup and restore operations to save and load the app settings.
Features marked with # are paid and Rotation Key is required to use them.
LANGUAGES
English, Deutsch, Español, Indonesia, Italiano, Português, Русский, Türkçe, 中文 (简体), 中文 (繁體)
PERMISSIONS
Internet access – To display ads in free version.
Retrieve running apps – To detect foreground app.
Usage statistics (Android 5.0+) – To detect foreground app.
Modify system settings – To change display orientation settings.
Draw over other apps – To change foreground orientation.
Read device state and identity – To change the phone call orientation.
Run at startup – To start service when device boots up.
Control vibration – To vibrate device when orientation changes.
Modify USB storage (Android 4.3 and below) – To create and restore backup.
ACCESSIBILITY
It uses an accessibility service to provide a better experience and to force the lock screen orientation on Android 8.0+ devices. It will not access window content or any other sensitive data.
Rotation > Conditions > Events > Accessibility.
------------------------------
- Buy Rotation Key for more features and to support the development.
- In case of bugs/issues, please contact me via email before making any review.
- Some apps might not work properly when forced to work in certain orientations. Use Auto-rotate on/off from conditions to use system settings for those apps.
- Reverse portrait is disabled on some Xiaomi (MIUI) devices with default launcher. Please try any other launcher (home screen) to make it work.
```
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/20 | 928 | 3,815 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to know what the symbol inn the middle means..the one with the lines:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/SFri7.png)
Screenshot (click image to enlarge)<issue_comment>username_1: I assume you mean 180° rotation - lots of screen rotation apps, like [Ultimate Rotation Control](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nl.fameit.rotate), can be set up to do that.
The bonus point of the one I linked to is that, after setting up properly, it will seamlessly integrate with the built-in rotation switch of the OS.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This app does exactly what you are asking for
<https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pranavpandey.rotation>
StackExchange will not approve my answer unless I add more information, so here's a 1:1 citation of what the app author writes:
```
Rotation is a tool to manage the device orientation. It offers all the modes that Android supports and can be configured according to the apps or various events like call, lock, headset, charging and dock. Let's give it a try to explore its other features.
FEATURES
Orientations
• Auto-rotate on • Auto-rotate off
• Forced auto-rotate • Forced portrait • Forced landscape
• Reverse portrait • Reverse landscape • Sensor portrait • Sensor landscape
• Forced full sensor • Lock Current – Lock current orientation
Conditions
• Call orientation • Lock orientation • Headset orientation
• Charging orientation • Dock orientation • App orientation
• Events priority - Customizable events preference in case of two or more events occur simultaneously.
On demand
# Change orientation of the foreground app or events with a fully customizable floating head (or notification or tile) available on the top of supported tasks.
Themes
• A dynamic theme engine with background-aware functionality to avoid any visibility issues.
Others
• Start on boot • Notification • Vibration and more.
• Widgets, shortcuts and notification tiles to perform various operations.
# Rotation extension to automate over 40 actions via Locale / Tasker plugin.
Support
• Quick setup to configure major features at once.
• Dedicated support section to troubleshoot general issues.
# Perform backup and restore operations to save and load the app settings.
Features marked with # are paid and Rotation Key is required to use them.
LANGUAGES
English, Deutsch, Español, Indonesia, Italiano, Português, Русский, Türkçe, 中文 (简体), 中文 (繁體)
PERMISSIONS
Internet access – To display ads in free version.
Retrieve running apps – To detect foreground app.
Usage statistics (Android 5.0+) – To detect foreground app.
Modify system settings – To change display orientation settings.
Draw over other apps – To change foreground orientation.
Read device state and identity – To change the phone call orientation.
Run at startup – To start service when device boots up.
Control vibration – To vibrate device when orientation changes.
Modify USB storage (Android 4.3 and below) – To create and restore backup.
ACCESSIBILITY
It uses an accessibility service to provide a better experience and to force the lock screen orientation on Android 8.0+ devices. It will not access window content or any other sensitive data.
Rotation > Conditions > Events > Accessibility.
------------------------------
- Buy Rotation Key for more features and to support the development.
- In case of bugs/issues, please contact me via email before making any review.
- Some apps might not work properly when forced to work in certain orientations. Use Auto-rotate on/off from conditions to use system settings for those apps.
- Reverse portrait is disabled on some Xiaomi (MIUI) devices with default launcher. Please try any other launcher (home screen) to make it work.
```
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/20 | 865 | 2,811 | <issue_start>username_0: I have non-rooted Android 7.0 device (NVIDIA Shield Tablet) which was previously backed up with
```
adb backup -apk -shared -all -nosystem -f mybackup.ab
```
But restoring it with
```
adb restore mybackup.ab
```
results in that `/Android/data`, etc are restored, but the applications are not installed from apk files, no errors.
I've had to extract apk files from mybackup.ab and install them manually in batch with `adb install <...>.apk`. After that everything was fine.
I'm quite sure that I've previously had similar problem with 6.0. and Helium/Carbon before but thought that it was specific to backup method I've chosen.
What is the problem with `adb restore`? Is it because the device is non-rooted? Why does `adb install` work as expected then?<issue_comment>username_1: *Command `adb restore` are not install .apk back. Actually, this command is only write back system and data files.*
-[Android dev site](https://developer.android.com/studio/command-line/adb.html#issuingcommands)
If you want automate apps installation process:
1. Add all extracted .apk to one folder
2. Type `for %f in (C:\_apk folder location_\*.apk) do adb install "%f"`
NOTE: If you have .apk files which have "spaces" in their names adb has **not recognize spaces** rewrite it with \_ or whatever else.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I solved it with the following script
```
#!/bin/bash
killall adb > /dev/null 2>&1
set -e
if [ $# -ne 1 ]; then
echo "Usage: $0 "
exit 1
fi
export PATH=/opt/jdk1.8.0\_152\_jce/jre/bin:$PATH
ab=$1.ab
java -jar /opt/android-backup-extractor-20160710-bin/abe.jar unpack $ab $ab.tar apw; tar -xf $ab.tar --wildcards '\*.apk' --strip-components=3
mv base.apk $ab.apk
rm $ab.tar
adb install $ab.apk
adb restore $ab
echo "Ready"
```
You need furthermore the android-backup-extractor. How ever in my experience adb backup is still not really safe. First of all some apps can set a flag, so they won't be backup. And the restore works only sometimes and not sure, for example if you change the device. It's a shame that in 2018 only Titanium Backup make good job, if you have a rooted phone.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: I've adapted username_2' script a little to fix some issues with it:
```
#!/bin/bash
set -e
if [ $# -ne 1 ]; then
echo "Usage: $0 "
exit 1
fi
echo -n "Enter password: "
read -s password
echo
java -jar abe.jar unpack $1 $1.tar "$password"
tar -xf $1.tar --wildcards '\*/base.apk'
rm $1.tar
for apk in apps/\*\*/a/base.apk; do
adb install "$apk" || true
done
adb restore $1
echo "Ready"
```
Just download the latest `abe.jar` from <https://github.com/nelenkov/android-backup-extractor/releases> and run the script with your backup file as an argument.
The script requires `java` to be installed.
Upvotes: 3 |
2017/02/20 | 1,340 | 4,688 | <issue_start>username_0: Yesterday my Nexus 5x froze and started bootlooping, it did start twice since yesterday but only for a couple of minutes. I tried going into the recovery mode, but as soon as I click the power button to enter the recovery mode, it goes back to bootloop. Also tried going into safe mode once, but that didn't help.
I have already tried flashing the device with the Nexus root toolkit, but the problem still exists.<issue_comment>username_1: Try to use adb from pc, with the prompt commands
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: [TechTimes reports](http://www.techtimes.com/articles/186940/20161125/lg-cant-fix-nexus-5x-bootloop-issue-so-its-offering-full-refunds.htm) that:
>
> LG is currently unable to repair Nexus 5X smartphones affected by a so-called "bootloop" malfunction, so it's issuing full refunds to make up for it.
>
>
>
so I don't think there's anything you can do to fix it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I had the same problem today.
I tried multiple times to
* re-flash TWRP
* flash older versions of TWRP
* flash older versions of the factory image (without the internal storage part)
* flash the latest factory image (without the internal storage part)
Nothing changed, but **this procedure worked for me (only once)**:
1. Start the phone in `fastboot` mode
2. On the PC, rename latest TWRP in `recovery.img` (I think it isn't required, but that's what I did)
3. On the PC
```
fastboot boot recovery.img
```
I backed up everything I needed from the internal storage (via `adb`) and then rebooted the phone.
I was expecting to do a full wipe, but everything started as usual.
EDIT: Sadly this procedure works every now and then. I noticed that leaving the phone boot loop, for example during the night, brings it back to a bootable state, but if you reboot the device the boot loop sequence starts again.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: After many hours of screaming and shouting (not really), I finally found a fix.
There are some boot images out there that should fix it, but in my case they didn't. So I decided to find a way and apply the fix myself.
**You'll probably lose all your data with this**
I used Ubuntu 18.04 for this. Since one of the packages I used required Linux and I'm not hipster enough to buy a Mac.
Since applying the fix yourself requires you to unpack en repack the boot image, I used the GIT repository at <https://github.com/cfig/Android_boot_image_editor>.
They tested it with the original Nexus 5x factory image, so I decided to download it (MDA89E). (<https://developers.google.com/android/images#bullhead>)
Step 1. Download Factory Image and unpack it (**also unpack the zip file within in (containing the actual factory image**)
Step 2. Acquire the Android Platform Tools.
```
sudo apt install android-sdk
```
Step 3. Acquire Java
```
sudo apt install default-jre
```
Step 4. Clone the repository mentioned above
```
git clone https://github.com/cfig/Android_boot_image_editor.git --depth=1
```
Step 5. Follow the instructions! (You'll need Android Studio too)
Step 6. Open the bootimg.json file and make sure the following commands are present in the info > cmdline value.
```
"cmdline" : "console={** other commands are here **} androidboot.hardware=bullhead boot_cpus=0-3 maxcpus=4 cpu_max_a53=1632000 cpu_max_a57=0",
```
The `boot_cpus` command is probably already present. change its value to `0-3` and make sure the `maxcpus=4`, `cpu_max_a53=1632000` `cpu_max_a57=0` are present.
Step 7. Repack your image (Follow instructions!)
```
sudo ./gradlew pack
```
Step 8. Move the boot.img.signed file to the unpacked factory image **(The actual image mentioned in step 1)**. So you should overwrite the existing boot.img with the newly packed boot.img.signed (rename it to boot.img and throw away the original)
Step 9. Start ADB server (Maybe reconnect your devices afterwards)
```
adb devices
```
Step 10. Make sure your device is connected and visible for 'fastboot devices'. That means it should be in the fastboot mode (Power button + Volume down while booting)
Step 11. **Let's go!** (All these files are (now) present in the freshly downloaded factory image.
```
fastboot unlock flashing
fastboot erase userdate
fastboot flash bootloader {bootloader-image.img}
fastboot reboot bootloader
fastboot flash radio {radio-image.img}
fastboot reboot bootloader
```
Step 12. Flash the rest
```
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash cache cache.img
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
fastboot flash system system.img
fastboot flash userdata userdata.img
fastboot flash vendor vendor.img
fastboot reboot
```
Hope this helps anyone.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/20 | 1,121 | 4,202 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to buy an Samsung S7, but I also want to use it as a laptop and desktop replacement. What I have in mind is a workflow like [seen in this youtube video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iFulMBNvjZA). After some researching how this could be done with the S7 I found out that it hasn't MHL (which might be problematic), and that what is done in the video might not work. Luckily I came across the [DisplayLink technology](http://www.displaylink.com/downloads/android).
So I want to buy a [compatible docking station](http://www.displaylink.com/products/universal-docking-stations), for example [this one](http://www.accellcables.com/products/usb-3-0-full-function-docking-station). And as I read with USB OTG the phone could not charged I would use a [wireless charger](http://www.samsung.com/de/mobile-accessories/wireless-charger-ng930-galaxy-s7-s7-edge/EP-NG930BBEGWW/). Then some mouse and keyboard (bluetooth or usb with the docking station) and I would be happy. Also I would buy me a [portable display](https://www.wiknix.com/best-portable-monitor-for-laptop/) and a power bank.
But before I go and buy it, has anybody experience with such a setup? I find it rather difficult to find information on these setups. I found [this post](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/4546/can-i-connect-an-android-phone-to-an-external-monitor-keyboard-and-mouse) here, but it is from 2011 and so not very up to date. So will this setup work? What solutions have you guys for such a setup?
If it might not work, or might be problematic, please feel free to offer alternative solutions, also suggesting different phones, as despite the S7 is my favorite up to now I am still open for other options that do what I want them to do.
EDIT: At the end of [this post](http://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s7-edge/648138-s7-s7-edge-mhl-hdmi-support-2.html) a user confirms that the Lenovo's DisplayLink (AN9017A1) works with the S7.<issue_comment>username_1: Not having MHL is not problematic.
Most recent Android phone will be able to act as host and therefore talk with a docking station with DisplayLink technology inside.
You simply need the app and an OTG cable. You are correct that the USB standard, until Type-C, only allows a device to be charged, not the host. However, some phones do charge whilst being host. They are not compliant, but in this case it may help you! It means you can find non-compliant cables to do that, which may not work with your phone model.
Android stock only allows you to have 1 external display in mirror/clone. The mouse is handled on one display properly. Android stock does **not** allow you to have an extended desktop because the launchers need to be modified to ask where to launch the app, and the mouse pointer also needs to be handled. DisplayLink, my current employer, has shown it is possible by modifying the launcher/OS. It just needs a manufacturer to embed that in their image...
Here are my recommendations on this. If you use it at a desk and not mobile, I would use a USB travel adapter plugged in to a standard monitor. This will allow you to plug to any conference room/hotel TV to display videos, presentations, show photos to family on their TV... directly from your phone.
If you wish to have a mobile office, the mobile monitors are very nice. They are also quite interesting for trade shows as light and not requiring a power adapter. Still, driving the display and the back-light needs juice! Your mobile phone may not be able to provide all that juice directly (and even if it does, you may not want it to :) ). Some of these monitors come with a USB Y-cable. You would plug one to the OTG, the other cable to power bank.
Personally, I use a USB-C to Type-A adapter and a miniRay projector from my Oneplus 3 phone.
I hope this helps you see a bit more clearly what's possible!
Thanks,
Alban
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: use chromecast.
The setup would be:-
* A chromecast connected to a display by HDMI port
* the phone connected by bluetooth keyboard and mouse(Something like Logitech K480)
* the phone charged by usb.
* Phone's display mirrored on the chromecast
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/21 | 742 | 2,464 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an S4 with which I try the Yubikey Neo with NFC on. I also tried another tag but I can't get any response from the phone whatsoever. Not even a beep. NFC is turned on for sure.
I bought an (relatively) expensive original battery (not from any suspicious ebay dealer) and it says Near Field Communication on it, as I understand the antenna is located ontop of the battery.
Does anyone have any ideas why it doesn't work? Is there a way I can test if the NFC is completely dead, or some logs I can look into? I have tested various apps for my tags but can't seen anything.<issue_comment>username_1: Luckily a friend of mine has an S4, here its back. See the 4 gold metallic pins? Those are the NFC antennas connectors[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/y7YSd.jpg)
The antenna is on the back cover, not visible on the photo bellow, his back cover is not an original one, so no NFC antenna.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/8IIV6.jpg)
It doesn't make sense the NFC antenna be ON THE BATTERY ITSELF! Despite the fact is it written on the battery. My S5 battery also has Near Field Communication writing on it.
If NFC doesn't work, you should check if your back cover has something similar to this from my S5: [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/8V9e1.jpg)
EDIT:
Effectively, [the battery contains a built-in NFC antenna.](http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/octopuspayment/index_m.html) And it is recommended to handle the battery carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna, may be that's what happened to you.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It turns out it was the battery that didn't work. I tested with the battery of another phone that worked -and then it worked!
The battery that worked had serial#:
>
> YS1DC02FS/2-B
>
>
>
While the battery that didn't work (fresh from the store):
>
> AA1H721WS/2-B
>
>
>
All the batteries that didn't work started with
>
> AA...
>
>
>
Someone else hinted me in that direction in another thread. Now what's up with batteries whose serials are starting with AA? It says NFC on them and the antenna is visible through the decal. Why don't they work? One of them had original laser markings that I read none of the fakes usually have. What's going on? Someone?
something
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/21 | 711 | 2,391 | <issue_start>username_0: I must have missed something, but I can't get push notifications working for the Slack app on my Android phone.
In the settings of the app, I've set the *Send me push notifications for* option to *Activity of any kind*, with a *Push timing* of *As quickly as possible*. I also deactivated the *Do not disturb* feature just to be sure.
The Slack app is authorized to send me notifications in the OS settings.
What did I forget? Is there a hidden option in the Slack web application that I'm not aware of?<issue_comment>username_1: Luckily a friend of mine has an S4, here its back. See the 4 gold metallic pins? Those are the NFC antennas connectors[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/y7YSd.jpg)
The antenna is on the back cover, not visible on the photo bellow, his back cover is not an original one, so no NFC antenna.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/8IIV6.jpg)
It doesn't make sense the NFC antenna be ON THE BATTERY ITSELF! Despite the fact is it written on the battery. My S5 battery also has Near Field Communication writing on it.
If NFC doesn't work, you should check if your back cover has something similar to this from my S5: [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/8V9e1.jpg)
EDIT:
Effectively, [the battery contains a built-in NFC antenna.](http://www.samsung.com/hk_en/octopuspayment/index_m.html) And it is recommended to handle the battery carefully to avoid damaging the NFC antenna, may be that's what happened to you.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: It turns out it was the battery that didn't work. I tested with the battery of another phone that worked -and then it worked!
The battery that worked had serial#:
>
> YS1DC02FS/2-B
>
>
>
While the battery that didn't work (fresh from the store):
>
> AA1H721WS/2-B
>
>
>
All the batteries that didn't work started with
>
> AA...
>
>
>
Someone else hinted me in that direction in another thread. Now what's up with batteries whose serials are starting with AA? It says NFC on them and the antenna is visible through the decal. Why don't they work? One of them had original laser markings that I read none of the fakes usually have. What's going on? Someone?
something
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/21 | 299 | 1,339 | <issue_start>username_0: If someone is using Google Voice, do they need a data connection (cellular or WiFi) to be on in order to send/receive any SMS messages?
This seems to be a big limitation, as keeping data on all the time can really drain the device's battery (and can get expensive with all of Android's background data).
Also, signal strength for a functional data connection generally has to be stronger than the minimal signal required to send/receive traditional SMS messages. Inside buildings, it is commonly hard to get a data signal, but SMS messages can often still be transmitted/received.<issue_comment>username_1: **No**, if you're using Google Hangouts to send message then only it will use data(or when you're calling someone via Voip).
If you SMS to someone on your contact list(only phone no.) using hangouts app it'll use your service provider to send message.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you are using the Google Voice or Hangouts app to send or receive messages using your Google Voice number, then yes it must have a working data connection, but it's data usage will be extremely minimal.
In Google Voice you can setup your SMS messages to forward to email or your actual carrier's SMS service if you prefer. You can replay from either email or carrier SMS via both methods as well.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/23 | 218 | 923 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a sansung s7. It is gobbling up data. I've disabled as many programs as i dare from running in the background but no help. Is there anything i can do about it?<issue_comment>username_1: **No**, if you're using Google Hangouts to send message then only it will use data(or when you're calling someone via Voip).
If you SMS to someone on your contact list(only phone no.) using hangouts app it'll use your service provider to send message.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you are using the Google Voice or Hangouts app to send or receive messages using your Google Voice number, then yes it must have a working data connection, but it's data usage will be extremely minimal.
In Google Voice you can setup your SMS messages to forward to email or your actual carrier's SMS service if you prefer. You can replay from either email or carrier SMS via both methods as well.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/23 | 366 | 1,337 | <issue_start>username_0: I have the [Sound Manager app](https://f-droid.org/repository/browse/?fdfilter=sound+manager&fdid=com.roozen.SoundManagerv2) . The app dates back to Android 2.2 and needs a hardware menu button press to launch its menu .
Can I emulate the hardware menu button on my KitKat 4.4 device , so that I can see the menu?<issue_comment>username_1: Apps that could either customize the navigation bar or generate another way of navigation would get it done; however, I've yet to seen one emulating MENU key without requiring root permissions.
[LMT Launcher](https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330150) is the app of this type I've been using - it hides a pie-shaped control tray into the edge(s) of your screen that you can activate by swiping from the edge, and contains not just regular navigation keys like BACK, HOME, MENU but also custom keypresses (e.g. POWER) and actions.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: On my Samsung SM-J100H (Android KitKat 4.4.4), I can get the effect I want with a *long press on the App Switch hardware button*. I tested it in two apps:
On Sound Manager app, the menu slides out from the bottom of the screen.
On the Stack Exchange app, an 'Ask Question' button pops up across the bottom of the screen (but only in portrait orientation.)
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer] |
2017/02/23 | 941 | 3,533 | <issue_start>username_0: Nowadays, I see apps containing up to 10 ad modules (maybe even more). While most of them might just be an annoyance, some of them carry a privacy risk, like *inMobi* ¹ or *RevMob* ² (for some background, take a look at [Beware those snooping mods!](https://android.izzysoft.de/help.php?topic=modwarnings) on my Android website).
While I know about a few (as listed behind that link), there are hundreds of different ad networks with their modules. One hardly can know them all. So my question is:
**How can I tell if an app contains an (ad) module dangerous to my privacy, or otherwise agressive (remember *Airpush,* do you)? Preferably *before* I install it?**
At least I can check *which* modules are part of an app if I look it up at [Appbrain](http://www.appbrain.com/), where they are listed (if they are available at the *Google Play Store* that is). But while *Appbrain* also links to details for each of them, those only include statistics, but don't mention the dangers associated. Yes, there are some apps to [Identify Ad-Modules](https://android.izzysoft.de/applists/category/named/network_admodules#group_443) – but most of them haven't been updated within the last 2-3 years. Apart from which, they can only scan apps I've already installed.
So what approaches would you recommend the privacy-concerned user to protect himself against those intruders, and avoid them?
PS: I'm not asking about ad-blockers here, so please do not focus your answers on those.
PPS: As I still didn't find any viable solution, I started a spin-off question on our sister site to build my own: [API to access details on modules in Android apps](https://softwarerecs.stackexchange.com/q/39898/185). Input welcome!
---
¹ *inMobi* requires access to Internet and Network state – plus uses your location, microphone, calendar (read and write) and more, if accessible to the host app
² RevMob has full network access and reads your device identifiers<issue_comment>username_1: Could the "Scan & Google Play" feature of AppBrain Ad detector (: <https://www.appbrain.com/app/appbrain-ad-detector/com.appspot.swisscodemonkeys.detector> ) help you?
On your Android devices this feature allows a little overlay on top of Google Play so if you click a link to Google Play you can see the ad detector stats already before you install the app.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: More than a year later, adding to the topic: **[Exodus Privacy](https://exodus-privacy.eu.org/ "Exodus Privacy Homepage")** offers to [scan apps for trackers](https://reports.exodus-privacy.eu.org/ "Exodus Privacy App-Checker") – as long as they are available at Google Play for free. You can search for apps interactively, and request to scan what is not yet there (or no longer up-to-date). Results are shown per app version. You can also check the [list of trackers known to Exodus](https://reports.exodus-privacy.eu.org/trackers/ "Exodus Privacy: Known Trackers").
This at least helps to see whether an app has trackers and which. Unfortunately, there are no details on the trackers, e.g. detailing on what evil things they do. Fortunately again, *Exodus* even offers API access (you have to request an API key though, but it's free). That way I was able to integrate it with my app listings (showing which evil trackers an app might have), combining it with facts I've collected on some libraries. The API currently is read-only, i.e. you can query existing results – but to submit an app for scan must be done manually.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/23 | 281 | 1,058 | <issue_start>username_0: I have two motorola phones - One that I fastboot erase all'd 'accidently' and lost £300, so I was wondering if I could just transfer the IMEI from one phone to another?<issue_comment>username_1: No, you can not move one IMEI to another phone. That number is a lot like MAC address of every device that we use now a days. In theory, and with the help of root. Yes you can change the IMEI. However, that is alot of work.
The IMEI is unique to each phone and is how the authorities can help locate missing phones or even in many cases missing persons.
As for where you might find it. Look in your battery bay. or on the covers. if you have any of the documentation or even the box still.. you can also locate them there.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: You can reset or change your IMEI number without rooting your android phone.
Just follow this tutorial -> <http://crazytechtricks.com/change-imei-number-android-mobile-phone-without-rooting/>
Note: But, The risk is yours. There may be anything gonna happen.
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/02/24 | 552 | 1,968 | <issue_start>username_0: For the last week or so, whenever I go to the Google Now page (swiping right from the home screen with the google now launcher), I don't get any Google Now cards. No weather, recommended news, etc.
If I try to reload the page by pulling the screen down, it loads for a while but nothing happens.
I've already tried reinstalling the launcher, deleting the Google Now cache and deleting the card preferences.<issue_comment>username_1: Google now is not supported everywhere.
Check these links:
[See or remove cards in your feed](https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/2819541?co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid&hl=en&oco=0)
[Turn your feed on or off](https://support.google.com/websearch/answer/2824784?co=GENIE.Platform%3DAndroid&hl=en)
Here are few things:
1. Check what account are you signed in to google app. If your google account from an unsupported country then cards wouldn't show.
2. Cards also depend on your location. If you are in an unsupported country then, no cards!
If you want to enable now card in unsupported country then check below links:
[Enable Now Cards: No ROOT needed](https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-enable-google-cards-country-t3102472)
[Enable Now Cards [Root Needed]](http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/09/23/unleashthegoogle-unlocks-a-manual-switch-for-experimental-google-now-cards-including-two-we-havent-seen-before-apk-download-root-only/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Maybe you have to delete your entire phone cache data. It solved it for me.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I was able to fix the issue by deleting all data for the Google App (including search history).
Upvotes: 1 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Same issue here. I'm not in an unsupported area.. I'm at home where it always used to work. Started about a week or so ago.
If I restart the phone it works again.. but eventually stops. I'll try the cache suggestion.
BUG !
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/24 | 479 | 1,701 | <issue_start>username_0: As far as I know the regulation of battery charging is done inside the phone. The typical method of charging lithium cells is constant current charging followed by constant voltage charging where you shouldn't let your battery voltage go over 4.2V.
However it seems my charger keeps pushing the maximum possible current and increasing the voltage far beyond 4.2V. At 100% the voltage gauge is at 4.4V and if I remove the charger it's going down to 4.25V, which is again above the safe levels.
So it seems my charger is killing my battery. Is it possible to somehow tell the system to stop increasing the voltage above 4.2V or preferably 4V?<issue_comment>username_1: The battery voltage is **controlled at a hardware level**, not natively controllable via any *Android APIs*. Depending on your device & firmware, there may be apps that can control the manufacturer specific features, but that's very unlikely.
Try looking into `Voltage Control` on the Play Store, it can under-clock the CPU, maybe even the voltage - [Voltage Control](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.darekxan.voltagecontrol&hl=en)
>
> Voltage Control Extreme (developer name sulph8), features include:
>
> - Support more than one profile
>
> - CPU history display
>
> - **overvolting support (+50mV and 1500mV limit)**
>
> - **undervolting up to -250mV (lite version limited to -200mV)**
>
>
>
>
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Maybe an old post & you have prob sorted it but a simple zener diode circuit will do the trick. Use a 2v and 2.2v in series (or similar) & a < 4.2v relay activated by a NPN transistor to separate the charging voltage.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/25 | 491 | 1,611 | <issue_start>username_0: After I recently updated my phone about a day ago, this strange sign that looks like a 3/4 circle with a plus inside it showed up on the top left that I have never seen before.
Does anyone know what it means? Or how to get rid of it?<issue_comment>username_1: Ok, I found out. It's the "reached the data cap limit" icon. Note that it's not found anywhere.
The icon is visible here, near "Data usage". The same icon will appear in the top notification bar:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/kx8VJ.png)
Screenshots (click image for larger variant)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: If this is the icon you are looking for then it's the Data Saver icon in Mobile /Network Data option:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/GktT1.png)
Screenshot (click to enlarge)
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_3: Status bar icon is to show that `Data Saver` is ON. Data Saver controls data usage of device .
To turnoff Data saver, go to Settings-> Data usage -> Data Saver and turnoff. There you can see an option named `unrestricted data access`, which you can set application that can use data, even if data saver is ON (Eg. Google Play Services ).
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_4: * Go to "CONNECTIONS" >> DATA USAGE >> DATA SAVER >> turn OFF!
The icon disappears
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/8FXWFl.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/3216Al.png)
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/25 | 1,283 | 5,466 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm having an issue where I can't access pretty much any of my google services on my Samsung Galaxy S7 edge (running Android 6.0.1 currently). I don't have general internet connectivity issues as my wifi and mobile connections are fine and other apps are running without issue.
My google account information doesn't seem to be the problem as I've successfully signed into the account on my PC and even on my phone through my web browser, it's just the apps which are a problem.
When I try refreshing my gmail account, I get a system notification saying login failed. When I click that message, the phone tries to take me to a screen which says "Enter account information" at the top, but the rest of the screen is blank white.
I also have another system notification saying Account Action Required for my gmail account but when I click that one, it takes me to a Google Play screen where it says "Checking info" but immediately closes. When I go to Google Play manually, I get the same screen then it asks me to choose an account. My existing account is listed but when I select it, I just keep getting taken back to the same screen asking me to select an account. If I choose add account, I get an error message stating "Couldn't sign in. There was a problem connecting to accounts.google.com"
I've done some fairly extensive research already online and tried several steps from various sites, none of which have worked. Listed below is what I've seen and tried:
1. Verified 2 step authorization is not active
2. Cleared Cache and Data from Google Play and Google Play Services. Tried disabling Google Play and reinstalling the factory version.
3. Checked Date and Time settings and they are set to automatic. Turn them off then back on again for good measure.
4. Downloaded ES File Explorer and tried checking the Host file. Apparently the phone is not rooted and I was unable to figure out how to enable rooting even after enabling Developer Options.
5. Downloaded and installed what I believe to be the newest APK for Google Play Services.
6. Plenty of rebooting along the way.
Any help would be greatly appreciated as I'm really at a loss to the cause of this issue and I'm not finding anything more to try online. Thanks!<issue_comment>username_1: It seems like everyone was logged out of their phones yesterday, possibly for safety due to a widespread caching bug.
Have you tried removing your Google account, then adding it back in?
Settings > General > Accounts. Tap your Google account, then the overflow button, then select Remove.
Re-add the account from that same screen.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: So to preface this: I actually had this happen to me all the time, and I eventually was able to purposefully recreate it and figure out what was going on. This was *my* solution; hopefully it helps you, too.
That said, my problem was in fact with my hosts file. Since you said you weren't able to access yours, I believe that might still be the case. Rather than attempt to root your phone immediately, my first suggestion is to look at any apps you might have recently installed and used that may have caused the problem. In particular, ad blockers often try to circumvent ads by redirecting web addresses to localhost. Another possible redirect is billing and license verification. If you've tried using an app for any of those purposes, see if you can undo the changes in said app.
Next up, if that's not the problem: rooting. Not an easy process and, because I probably legally need to, **I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ILL EFFECTS DUE TO ATTEMPTING TO ROOT YOUR PHONE. ROOTING IS DANGEROUS AND WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. PROCEED AT YOUR OWN RISK.**
That out of the way, the **most important** thing to remember when rooting your phone is to get software that matches your exact phone model and carrier. If it doesn't, just don't. You'll save yourself a lot of headache. ...there are a million and a half guides on rooting, so I won't reinvent the wheel here, but in general, the process is: find a custom recovery for your model/carrier > flash custom recovery with a computer program called Odin > download su.zip > flash su.zip with custom recovery. Some devices may require a preliminary step called unlocking the bootloader... Google around for your phone, you can figure it out... Now on to the fix!
My particular problem was a redirect of android.clients.google.com. It sounds like your problem might be similar (accounts.google.com). Once you're rooted, use ES File Explorer to open either /etc/hosts or /system/etc/hosts in text edit mode. Search for the suspect line, and delete the whole line! It should look something like:
127.0.0.1 accounts.google.com
If your hosts file is excessively large and you can't search within it, you can actually delete it and replace it with a file named hosts with a single line in it:
127.0.0.1 localhost
Everything should work thereafter. You can even unroot from the settings of the SuperSU app if you want. Hope I was able to help!
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Check your mobile date and time
And secondly check if BACKGROUND DATA is turned OFF.it too restricts any Google app from working.it will be indicated by a triangle icon in the notification area
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: Go through following steps:
1.Settings.
2.Accounts.
3.Delete Google accound if exists.
4.Add new Google Account.
5.Restart Your Phone.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/25 | 521 | 1,973 | <issue_start>username_0: I am using [Google now](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.google.android.launcher&hl=en) launcher on my Moto G3 phone. I have set up wallpapers on my home screen but the Google search bar(which is situated at top of my home screen), seems to be always overlapping the wallpaper content.
Ideally, I should be able to get rid of that search bar from my home screen of Google Now launcher, but it looks like [there is no easy/working way](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/89741/remove-google-search-bar-on-nexus-devices-running-on-stock-lollipop) to do it, beside installing another launcher, which I do not want to do.
So, as other alternative, I want to adjust the position of Google search bar by moving it around the home screen. But I am unable to drag/move it and hence unable to change its location
Is there a way?<issue_comment>username_1: Sadly there is not. But if you are looking for another Google made launcher, get the one made for Google Pixel phones by going to [1] and downloading it. Then go to your settings, go to security, then enable installation of apps from unknown sources. After the launcher is installed press home, choose Pixel Launcher and set it as default. You can now disable the setting that was enabled above.
[1] <http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/google-inc/pixel-launcher/pixel-launcher-7-1-1-3368800-release/pixel-launcher-7-1-1-3368800-android-apk-download/>
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: If you're into rooting and Xposed Framework, this module called [Xposed GEL Settings](http://repo.xposed.info/module/de.theknut.xposedgelsettings) has a bunch of Now Launcher-related settings, among which you can disable the permanent search bar. You can then put a search bar widget on arbitrary location of the screen.
Note that this app requires a compatible version of Now Launcher / Google App to work at all. Supported versions are listed on the module description page.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/26 | 570 | 2,049 | <issue_start>username_0: !
Is there any other way to remove this app without preforming a factory wipe?
And
Can I still trust my SD Card?
Even Hornet Antivirus is foiled by this app. It's permissions never showed. Even before I disabled this non-manual DL, it was hidden to all but Task Manager.<issue_comment>username_1: Are you rooted? If you are you can remove the app in multiple ways provided you first have:
1. ADB (Download standalone version to PC - )
2. USB Debugging enabled on phone (Settings->Applications->Development and check USB Debugging).
3. A PC (I will be giving windows instructions but it should carry accross the platforms) and USB cable (apparently type C works best).
Next, connect your phone to your PC and ensure the correct drivers are installed to do so (these can usually be found on your manufacturers webpage).
Launch cmd and navigate to the folder containing adb (using 'cd [filepath]').
Enter the following commands into the command line:
1. >
> adb devices
>
>
>
If nothing shows here the drivers arent installed correctly or USB Debugging hasn't been enabled.
2. >
> adb shell
>
>
>
The interface my slightly change now, this is just accessing your phones internal commandline.
3. >
> cd system/app
>
>
>
Changes directory to system apps.
4. >
> ls
>
>
>
Find the app you want to remove on this list.
5. >
> rm example.apk
>
>
>
I would now reccomend rebooting when you are sure the app has been removed.
If you are not rooted try use one-click solutions so you do not have to factory reset your device such as kingroot.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you are on a ZTE made device, do not fear, as this is a legitimate app made by ZTE. They don't use it for anything and it's just there.
But if your device is not a ZTE, try to uninstall all of your antivirus apps and install Malwarebytes and Avast Security instead as they are reputable and Hornet antivirus is not.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/26 | 523 | 1,919 | <issue_start>username_0: I have Sony Xpreria Z3 with broken screen which. I need to retrieve all photos from that device but when I try to connect it to the pc I get message that first I need to unlock the screen but I cant do it as the screen is broken...<issue_comment>username_1: Are you rooted? If you are you can remove the app in multiple ways provided you first have:
1. ADB (Download standalone version to PC - )
2. USB Debugging enabled on phone (Settings->Applications->Development and check USB Debugging).
3. A PC (I will be giving windows instructions but it should carry accross the platforms) and USB cable (apparently type C works best).
Next, connect your phone to your PC and ensure the correct drivers are installed to do so (these can usually be found on your manufacturers webpage).
Launch cmd and navigate to the folder containing adb (using 'cd [filepath]').
Enter the following commands into the command line:
1. >
> adb devices
>
>
>
If nothing shows here the drivers arent installed correctly or USB Debugging hasn't been enabled.
2. >
> adb shell
>
>
>
The interface my slightly change now, this is just accessing your phones internal commandline.
3. >
> cd system/app
>
>
>
Changes directory to system apps.
4. >
> ls
>
>
>
Find the app you want to remove on this list.
5. >
> rm example.apk
>
>
>
I would now reccomend rebooting when you are sure the app has been removed.
If you are not rooted try use one-click solutions so you do not have to factory reset your device such as kingroot.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: If you are on a ZTE made device, do not fear, as this is a legitimate app made by ZTE. They don't use it for anything and it's just there.
But if your device is not a ZTE, try to uninstall all of your antivirus apps and install Malwarebytes and Avast Security instead as they are reputable and Hornet antivirus is not.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/26 | 2,338 | 6,707 | <issue_start>username_0: Here's what happened:
One morning, my phone started rebooting once or twice on its own. I thought it was the power button, but then it got stuck at the boot animation logo. I've let it run like 3 hours, so I don't think it's some long update running.
When I reboot to recovery, it shows a dead droid with a red warning sign.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/K9KuN.jpg)
Only thing that still works is the fastboot. When I try to flash a new recovery (I tried twrp or cwm) with:
```
sudo ./fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
```
the command seems to run fine, but when I reboot to recovery, I'm still stuck with the dead droid with a red warning sign.
I would like to get my data back if possible (especially my files) so I didn't try flashing the whole stock rom. But if that's the only last thing to do, I'll give it a try.
So, What else can I do ? Why can't I even get the recovery working ?
**TLDR;** Nexus 5 bricked, bootloop, recovery HS, fastboot works; what do ?<issue_comment>username_1: This seems like a strange issue; do you remember tweaking your phone before it turned off, because a lot of tweaks like that only take effect after a reboot. I doubt that you only have access to the fastboot commands, but if so, you can run `fastboot erase cache` to erase the cache of your device. Let it boot for some time after running this command, because the cache needs to be "restored" after cleaning it. It is more likely that you also have access to adb, in which case you should make a full backup before deleting all partitions and re-installing the OS.
[Here's](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/139943/205043) a link to a program somebody made to backup files directly to the PC, and [here's](https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1818321) another thread on xda.
`adb pull /system/app backup/systemapps` backs up all the system apps of your phone to the systemapps folder in ADB on your PC, `adb pull /data/app backup/installedapps` backs up all the installed apps of your phone to the installedapps folder in ADB and `adb pull` can help with moving individual files.
Hope this helped!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: My phone was stuck in a boot loop too for no apparent reason. I was driving to work and suddenly the phone started rebooting. 3.5 hours later it ran out of battery. I have no idea why, but this is how I got it back to life...
I use linux ubuntu so I was able to get the developer tools:
```
sudo apt-get install adb android-sdk
sudo apt-get update; sudo apt-get upgrade
```
I also downloaded the latest image from google from:
```
https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/hammerhead-m4b30z-factory-625c027b.zip
```
To recover the phone I performed the following operations from the bash shell:
1. Unlock the phone
===================
```
fastboot oem unlock
me@ubuntu:~/Downloads/hammerhead-m4b30z$ fastboot oem unlock
< waiting for any device >
...
OKAY [ 47.200s]
finished. total time: 47.200s
```
This launches a prompt saying that it's waiting for devices. I then connect the dead phone using a regular USB cable.
The android device presents a menu saying asking if I'm sure I want to unlock the device and accept that the warranty might be void. As warranty on the Nexus 5 is void anyway, I can't see any harm in progressing.
2. Install the image file
=========================
Next I unzip the downloaded image file and cd into the folder:
```
me@ubuntu:~/Downloads/hammerhead-m4b30z$ ll
total 609328
drwxr-x--- 2 me me 4096 Dec 7 2016 ./
drwxr-xr-x 4 me me 4096 Oct 21 16:20 ../
-rw-r----- 1 me me 3199188 Dec 7 2016 bootloader-hammerhead-hhz20h.img
-rw-r----- 1 me me 974 Dec 7 2016 flash-all.bat
-rwxr-x--x 1 me me 845 Dec 7 2016 flash-all.sh*
-rwxr-x--x 1 me me 798 Dec 7 2016 flash-base.s
-rw-r----- 1 me me 574089971 Dec 7 2016 image-hammerhead-m4b30z.zip
-rw-r----- 1 me me 46581248 Dec 7 2016 radio-hammerhead-m8974a-2.0.50.2.30.img
```
As the phone is unlocked, I can issue the flash command from here:
```
sh flash-all.sh
```
As the script executes I see the following messages:
```
me@ubuntu:~/Downloads/hammerhead-m4b30z$ sh flash-all.sh
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'bootloader' (3124 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.291s]
writing 'bootloader'...
OKAY [ 0.516s]
finished. total time: 0.807s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.062s]
finished. total time: 0.112s
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'radio' (45489 KB)...
OKAY [ 1.547s]
writing 'radio'...
OKAY [ 3.123s]
finished. total time: 4.670s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.000s]
finished. total time: 0.050s
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
archive does not contain 'boot.sig'
archive does not contain 'recovery.sig'
archive does not contain 'system.sig'
archive does not contain 'vendor.img'
wiping userdata...
Creating filesystem with parameters:
Size: 13725835264
Block size: 4096
Blocks per group: 32768
Inodes per group: 8144
Inode size: 256
Journal blocks: 32768
Label:
Blocks: 3351034
Block groups: 103
Reserved block group size: 823
Created filesystem with 11/838832 inodes and 93654/3351034 blocks
wiping cache...
Creating filesystem with parameters:
Size: 734003200
Block size: 4096
Blocks per group: 32768
Inodes per group: 7472
Inode size: 256
Journal blocks: 2800
Label:
Blocks: 179200
Block groups: 6
Reserved block group size: 47
Created filesystem with 11/44832 inodes and 5813/179200 blocks
--------------------------------------------
Bootloader Version...: HHZ20h
Baseband Version.....: M8974A-2.0.50.2.30
Serial Number........: 02c6bc76215fcd2d
--------------------------------------------
checking product...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
checking version-bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
checking version-baseband...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
sending 'boot' (9156 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.500s]
writing 'boot'...
OKAY [ 0.781s]
sending 'recovery' (10014 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.569s]
writing 'recovery'...
OKAY [ 0.824s]
erasing 'system'...
OKAY [ 1.297s]
sending 'system' (1020657 KB)...
OKAY [ 32.164s]
writing 'system'...
OKAY [ 69.195s]
erasing 'userdata'...
OKAY [ 7.820s]
sending 'userdata' (137318 KB)...
OKAY [ 4.511s]
writing 'userdata'...
OKAY [ 9.175s]
erasing 'cache'...
OKAY [ 0.628s]
sending 'cache' (13348 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.630s]
writing 'cache'...
OKAY [ 1.064s]
rebooting...
finished. total time: 130.023s
```
3. Welcome To Android instructions that you see on a new device.
================================================================
Now it works.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/27 | 2,720 | 8,547 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Samsung Galaxy Luna phone, running Android 6.0.1. It only has 8 GB of total internal storage space, with about 3 of those GB taken by the Android OS itself, and about 2 more taken up with stock apps I don't use/want. That leaves 3 GB for me to play around with, and as you can imagine, that doesn't allow many app installs. Most of the apps I have installed have been moved to an external MicroSD card, but there are still those apps whose developers have forbidden the option to move to SD. And on top of that, every time an app updates through Google Play, it moves it back to the internal storage, forcing me to uninstall some apps on the internal, update one app at a time, move it back to SD, then reinstall the apps I had to delete in order to perform the time-consuming process.
My ultimate goal is to free up space on my internal memory, all of which is taken by apps (anything else that I am able to put on the SD, such as files, is on the SD). Things I have tried to accomplish this:
* **Rooting my phone**: Rooting my phone would allow me to uninstall the stock apps I don't use as well as use an app like Link2SD to move
the unmovable apps to SD; this would perhaps be the simplest
solution. However, the Samsung Galaxy Luna is an uncommon phone and
it appears there is no way to root the phone (yet).
* **Adopting the MicroSD card as internal storage**: Another simple solution. This would not allow me to uninstall stock apps, but hopefully enough space would be made free from internal storage by allowing another 32 GB space of "internal memory." But because this is a Samsung device, there is no option to adopt the SD card as internal storage.
* **Using ADB to force enable the option to adopt the SD**: [Another post](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/146513/unable-to-adopt-sd-card-as-internal-storage-using-marshmallow) on this site explains how to use ADB to force enable the option to adopt the SD card as internal storage on Samsung devices. But even after multiple tries, this method just simply does not work with my phone model.
These were the only methods I could find on the subject. It seems that I am out of luck with freeing up any more internal space than I have. I could try converting an app I would like to force move to an APK and editing it to enable the option to move to SD, but then I would have to repeat that process every time I want to update the app, plus I want having to hack the app to be my absolute last resort.
Is there any way to free up the internal storage on my phone, by forcing uninstall of the stock apps without rooting, by forcing adoptable storage using another means that I have not tried, and/or by forcing apps to the portable SD card using another method I have not tried? And a sub-question: is there a way to force Google Play to install updated apps straight to the SD card?<issue_comment>username_1: This seems like a strange issue; do you remember tweaking your phone before it turned off, because a lot of tweaks like that only take effect after a reboot. I doubt that you only have access to the fastboot commands, but if so, you can run `fastboot erase cache` to erase the cache of your device. Let it boot for some time after running this command, because the cache needs to be "restored" after cleaning it. It is more likely that you also have access to adb, in which case you should make a full backup before deleting all partitions and re-installing the OS.
[Here's](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/139943/205043) a link to a program somebody made to backup files directly to the PC, and [here's](https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1818321) another thread on xda.
`adb pull /system/app backup/systemapps` backs up all the system apps of your phone to the systemapps folder in ADB on your PC, `adb pull /data/app backup/installedapps` backs up all the installed apps of your phone to the installedapps folder in ADB and `adb pull` can help with moving individual files.
Hope this helped!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: My phone was stuck in a boot loop too for no apparent reason. I was driving to work and suddenly the phone started rebooting. 3.5 hours later it ran out of battery. I have no idea why, but this is how I got it back to life...
I use linux ubuntu so I was able to get the developer tools:
```
sudo apt-get install adb android-sdk
sudo apt-get update; sudo apt-get upgrade
```
I also downloaded the latest image from google from:
```
https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/hammerhead-m4b30z-factory-625c027b.zip
```
To recover the phone I performed the following operations from the bash shell:
1. Unlock the phone
===================
```
fastboot oem unlock
me@ubuntu:~/Downloads/hammerhead-m4b30z$ fastboot oem unlock
< waiting for any device >
...
OKAY [ 47.200s]
finished. total time: 47.200s
```
This launches a prompt saying that it's waiting for devices. I then connect the dead phone using a regular USB cable.
The android device presents a menu saying asking if I'm sure I want to unlock the device and accept that the warranty might be void. As warranty on the Nexus 5 is void anyway, I can't see any harm in progressing.
2. Install the image file
=========================
Next I unzip the downloaded image file and cd into the folder:
```
me@ubuntu:~/Downloads/hammerhead-m4b30z$ ll
total 609328
drwxr-x--- 2 me me 4096 Dec 7 2016 ./
drwxr-xr-x 4 me me 4096 Oct 21 16:20 ../
-rw-r----- 1 me me 3199188 Dec 7 2016 bootloader-hammerhead-hhz20h.img
-rw-r----- 1 me me 974 Dec 7 2016 flash-all.bat
-rwxr-x--x 1 me me 845 Dec 7 2016 flash-all.sh*
-rwxr-x--x 1 me me 798 Dec 7 2016 flash-base.s
-rw-r----- 1 me me 574089971 Dec 7 2016 image-hammerhead-m4b30z.zip
-rw-r----- 1 me me 46581248 Dec 7 2016 radio-hammerhead-m8974a-2.0.50.2.30.img
```
As the phone is unlocked, I can issue the flash command from here:
```
sh flash-all.sh
```
As the script executes I see the following messages:
```
me@ubuntu:~/Downloads/hammerhead-m4b30z$ sh flash-all.sh
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'bootloader' (3124 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.291s]
writing 'bootloader'...
OKAY [ 0.516s]
finished. total time: 0.807s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.062s]
finished. total time: 0.112s
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
sending 'radio' (45489 KB)...
OKAY [ 1.547s]
writing 'radio'...
OKAY [ 3.123s]
finished. total time: 4.670s
rebooting into bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.000s]
finished. total time: 0.050s
target reported max download size of 1073741824 bytes
archive does not contain 'boot.sig'
archive does not contain 'recovery.sig'
archive does not contain 'system.sig'
archive does not contain 'vendor.img'
wiping userdata...
Creating filesystem with parameters:
Size: 13725835264
Block size: 4096
Blocks per group: 32768
Inodes per group: 8144
Inode size: 256
Journal blocks: 32768
Label:
Blocks: 3351034
Block groups: 103
Reserved block group size: 823
Created filesystem with 11/838832 inodes and 93654/3351034 blocks
wiping cache...
Creating filesystem with parameters:
Size: 734003200
Block size: 4096
Blocks per group: 32768
Inodes per group: 7472
Inode size: 256
Journal blocks: 2800
Label:
Blocks: 179200
Block groups: 6
Reserved block group size: 47
Created filesystem with 11/44832 inodes and 5813/179200 blocks
--------------------------------------------
Bootloader Version...: HHZ20h
Baseband Version.....: M8974A-2.0.50.2.30
Serial Number........: 02c6bc76215fcd2d
--------------------------------------------
checking product...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
checking version-bootloader...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
checking version-baseband...
OKAY [ 0.100s]
sending 'boot' (9156 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.500s]
writing 'boot'...
OKAY [ 0.781s]
sending 'recovery' (10014 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.569s]
writing 'recovery'...
OKAY [ 0.824s]
erasing 'system'...
OKAY [ 1.297s]
sending 'system' (1020657 KB)...
OKAY [ 32.164s]
writing 'system'...
OKAY [ 69.195s]
erasing 'userdata'...
OKAY [ 7.820s]
sending 'userdata' (137318 KB)...
OKAY [ 4.511s]
writing 'userdata'...
OKAY [ 9.175s]
erasing 'cache'...
OKAY [ 0.628s]
sending 'cache' (13348 KB)...
OKAY [ 0.630s]
writing 'cache'...
OKAY [ 1.064s]
rebooting...
finished. total time: 130.023s
```
3. Welcome To Android instructions that you see on a new device.
================================================================
Now it works.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/27 | 492 | 1,871 | <issue_start>username_0: I have to show something on my phone to a large group of people, so obviously they can't just huddle around and look at the screen. I need to display what's on the screen to a laptop. I can't use WiFi, I don't have mobile data, I don't want to be tethered to the laptop with a cord, so the only option is Bluetooth. Range isn't an issue since Bluetooth works up to 100 ft (probably not that much, but much more than my needs)
Is there any way to do this, preferably for free?
Edit: people keep telling me Bluetooth isn't fast enough. Would a Wi-Fi Hotspot work? I'm assuming it doesn't matter is it's 2G 3G or 4G since the only thing that matters is that the 2 devices can communicate with each other, not the Internet.<issue_comment>username_1: Bluetooth isn't fast enough to be able to cast your screen on a laptop. It would be possible using WiFi, a USB cable, mobile data or a Chromecast which again uses WiFi.
Short answer: it's not possible using Bluetooth.
If you still need to do this, there are several options available using WiFi. Try [Screen Stream Mirroring](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobzapp.screenstream.trial) app.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I used [Screen Stream Mirroring](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobzapp.screenstream.trial). It is the app suggested by username_1.
I then turned on mobile hotspot but left mobile data off (don't need to waste that). I connected my laptop to the hotspot. Then using the instructions in the app, I was able to mirror my screen, though at an awful quality and a 5-second input delay. It does what I need, more or less.
EDIT: Using command prompt, you can make a LAN from the PC that you can connect the Android device to and use the 2nd mirroring app I suggested. This solution is best in my opinion.
Upvotes: -1 [selected_answer] |
2017/02/27 | 362 | 1,411 | <issue_start>username_0: Went to the sound profile of the apps, turned them all off or blocked them and still getting email notifications with a loud sound. IS there any way to turn them off, or what is the way to do this, without silencing the ringer? This happening through Gmail app.<issue_comment>username_1: Bluetooth isn't fast enough to be able to cast your screen on a laptop. It would be possible using WiFi, a USB cable, mobile data or a Chromecast which again uses WiFi.
Short answer: it's not possible using Bluetooth.
If you still need to do this, there are several options available using WiFi. Try [Screen Stream Mirroring](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobzapp.screenstream.trial) app.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I used [Screen Stream Mirroring](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobzapp.screenstream.trial). It is the app suggested by username_1.
I then turned on mobile hotspot but left mobile data off (don't need to waste that). I connected my laptop to the hotspot. Then using the instructions in the app, I was able to mirror my screen, though at an awful quality and a 5-second input delay. It does what I need, more or less.
EDIT: Using command prompt, you can make a LAN from the PC that you can connect the Android device to and use the 2nd mirroring app I suggested. This solution is best in my opinion.
Upvotes: -1 [selected_answer] |
2017/02/27 | 623 | 2,563 | <issue_start>username_0: I visited a website yesterday. Today, a notification popups every time my mobile phone is rebooted, showing me that website (it is grouped under "Social digest"). However, when I click on that notification, it only takes me to Chrome but not to that website.
How to permanently remove this notification?<issue_comment>username_1: If you go to the **"More info"** section of the Chrome app (**Android's Settings > Application Manager > Chrome**), uncheck **"Show notifications"**. This will turn off all notifications for Chrome.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Open **Chrome → Settings → Site settings (under "Advanced") → Notifications** and click on it.
The following screen will appear
>
> [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/xzzLql.jpg)
>
>
>
If you turn off the **Notifications slider**, you will not get any notification from Chrome at all (from sites).
To turn off for a particular site, click on **Allowed → [URL of the site] → Notifications (under "Permission")** → change **"Allow"** to **"Block"**.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: If you want to delete notifications for specific sites in the list. You have to manage in storage of application by going **Android's Settings > Apps > Chrome > Storage > Manage Space > Manage**.
From there, select the domain URLs that you do not want individually, which will show its **"Site settings"**, then select the **trash can** next to **"Usage"** and select **"Clear all"**.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_4: I have at last worked out how to remove notifications permanently from Chrome on Android:
1. Press the three dots at the top-right of Chrome
2. Go to Settings
3. Select Notifications
4. Scroll all the way to the bottom and press the Advanced button, then press Additional settings
5. Now you should find yourself in the notifications section of Chrome. You can see both Blocked and Allowed notifications by going through the different addresses
6. Click on each of the sites you wish to remove, you will be given the option:
Clear and Reset - press this if you want to remove the notification from your phone in its entirety
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: Seems that Google is continuously moving this setting. As of today, this is how I removed the notification settings for a specific site. I'm on a Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 lite.
1. Three dots at top right
2. Settings
3. Site settings
4. All sites
5. Select specific site
6. Clear & reset
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/27 | 352 | 1,283 | <issue_start>username_0: I have an mp4 video on my Dropbox. I was able to watch it earlier with the Dropbox app, but now it asks me whether I want to view it with the Photos app or Video Player... and neither appear to work.
I have tried saving the video to my device but still no luck. I am able to watch the video through VLC player with no issues but I am trying to post the video to Instagram, and Instagram can't understand it either.
I can also view the video on my iPad... and I've tried force stopping my Android apps and restarting my phone but still no luck<issue_comment>username_1: Try using VLC, it plays most videos other players cannot and has a good interface. However, if this still doesn't work, try using Video Converter, Compressor and select the file then change it to an MP4 (I know it's already MP4, but this may fix any issues).
VLC: <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.videolan.vlc&hl=en>
Video Converter, Compressor: <https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xvideostudio.videocompress>
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I realised the problem was there because the video was `1200 x 1200` — I'd exported it from Photoshop — I then resized to `600 x 600` and then it seemed okay, and could post it to Instagram
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/02/28 | 844 | 3,404 | <issue_start>username_0: Ok, so the title isn't as clear as it probably could be, but here goes:
In the Facebook Messenger application you can click the profile/settings button (top right on latest version) and there is a menu option for "Notifications & Sounds".
In this sub-menu there is an option for "Notification Sound" which allows you to select the sound that will be played when you receive a new message.
This list appears to be a list of 'built-in sounds' with one exception... "Default ringtone (name of current SMS notificaiton sound)"
Basically what I am looking to do, is to change the notification sound to be different from my SMS message sound. (I actually used to have this working great somehow, but then my phone went for a repair and had factory reset).
The facebook app has a similar setting, but allows me to select from ALL my custom sounds. This is what I am hoping for.
Is it possible to get other sounds to be available in the list? How can I make it different from SMS notifications?
Samsung S7 Edge, Android 6.0.1<issue_comment>username_1: You'll have to add the desired tone to the `/sdcard/Notifications` directory (followed by a restart, possibly).
Alternately, you can install a file manager app such as ES File Explorer, which you can choose as the notification tone picker, instead of the default menu.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Did you try to allow Messenger to access to your storage (in the permissions of the app)? I had the same problem as you. By allowing this to Messenger all custom songs were added to the list you're mentioning.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: You are right. I went to the Configurations, then Applications (or Apps), then Messenger, then click on Permissions. In Permissions select Storage. Then, when go back to Messenger notifications sound configuration, you"ll see the other ringtone sounds that you have in your cellphone ☝️
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: In my Android Phone I do the following either for Messenger or Lite Messenger:
1. Swipe down from the top
2. Select your settings button
3. Select Sound
4. Select Advanced
5. Select "Default notification sound" or if you are wanting a different ringtone select "Phone ringtone"
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: This is probably kinda late and you've likely already figured this out, but in case somebody else is coming here looking for answers, I figured out how to do it on my Galaxy.
I'm not sure if it will be like this on other versions of Android and I have no clue how it would work on an iPhone, but here's what I did.
1. Go to settings
2. Tap "Apps"
3. Find Messenger in the list
4. Scroll down to the "App Settings" category
5. Tap "Notifications"
6. Under the Notifications sub-category, tap "Chats and calls" (not the little slider next to it, but the actual option itself)
7. Tap "Sound"
8. If you have another media app like Zedge installed, it'll ask you which you'd like to use to set the notification sound. If your notification is in your media storage, just click that, and scroll down and you should be able to find it.
Hope this helps!!
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_6: It's Simple: Make a Directory on the phone called "Notifications" (if you dont have one) and copy your ringtone into it. It will then show up with all the Samsung ones.
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejsUtt4FcJo>
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/02/28 | 1,129 | 3,682 | <issue_start>username_0: I am using Android 5.1.1 (EDIT: 6.0.1 now) in a Samsung J7.
I want to get a list of apps that launch at boot time1.
**What are the alternative clear ways of identifying such list? (preferably native from Android)**
I could not find anything native. I did find other options/posts, but I am not sure how certain were the posters about the methods, with contradicting info, so I explicitly ask:
1. [This answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/8710/81584) gives [Android Assistant](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.advancedprocessmanager) as an option.
I installed it, and checked *Monitoring* -> *Startup Manager*
It shows two tabs (*User*, *System*) with lists of apps2.
The two lists total 41+83=124 apps.
[AirDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&hl=en), AlarmReceiver (I could not identify this app) and [Maps.Me](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mapswithme.maps.pro) are in the first list, e.g.
There is no mention to any permission.
This *would* do the job.
2. [This answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/8713/81584) suggests checking the list of apps that have [RECEIVE\_BOOT\_COMPLETED](https://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html#RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED) permission, among [the list of 138 permissions](https://developer.android.com/reference/android/Manifest.permission.html).
This would list apps that *are able to* launch at startup (although not necessarily doing so?).
[Permission Explorer](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.carlocriniti.android.permission_explorer) shows 151 apps with this permission.
[aSpotCat](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.a0soft.gphone.aSpotCat) shows 68 apps with this permission.
[App Permission Watcher](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.struse.apewatch) shows 48 apps that can “run at startup” without specifically quoting the name of the permission; for instance, this does not list Skype, which shows up in the other two. This might be checking User apps, but then 48<>41, and AirDroid or Maps.Me are not in here.
[Permission Friendly Apps](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.androidsoft.app.permission) also shows 48 apps that can run at startup3; it does not list Skype.
So at this point, I do not know which is a sure way, and what is each app checking...
---
1 At this point, I do not mean to modify the startup list, but only check it.
2 Moreover, there is a checkbox for each app to *Select ítems to kill on startup*.
3 I did not check if these are all the same as App Permission Watcher.<issue_comment>username_1: Open memory in your settings then select App started on boot
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/6eWSz.jpg)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: On Android 7+, you can do:
```
~$ pm query-receivers --components -a android.intent.action.BOOT_COMPLETED
```
Or:
```
~$ dumpsys package resolvers receiver | awk '/android.intent.action.BOOT_COMPLETED/{p=1;next}/:/{p=0}p {print $2}'
```
Related: [Disable autostart on boot](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/209345/218526)
---
Self promoting my app [WhatsRunning](https://github.com/mirfatif/WhatsRunning). Please check [Auto-Starting Apps](https://mirfatif.github.io/WhatsRunning/help/en#auto-start-app-detail), [Alarms](https://mirfatif.github.io/WhatsRunning/help/en#alarm-detail) and [Scheduled Jobs](https://mirfatif.github.io/WhatsRunning/help/en#sched-job-detail).
Related: [Prevent Android apps from starting on device boot](https://mirfatif.github.io/IAnswers/prevent_android_apps_start_on_boot)
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/01 | 241 | 1,038 | <issue_start>username_0: I am currently using windows 10 enterprise and my android studio does not detect devices despite me installing drive pack 17 and also adb fastboot drivers all phones are detected by the machine but android studio does not detect the phone.<issue_comment>username_1: Enable USB debugging while you have plugged the phone in on android studio. Then a pop-up should appear, allow permission for your pc to do usb debugging. This might be the case since the phone is being detected by the device, usb debugging is found in `Settings > Developer tools`
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/GMoiL.png)
Check Whether the program is running locally through your Android Virtual Device Manager
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Ensure the following:
1.The connection is set to "allow file transfer " and not "charge only mode".
2.Ensure having developer privileges in your device and also enabling USB debugging.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/01 | 1,006 | 2,693 | <issue_start>username_0: I installed [RUU 4.2.2](https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2751518) in an attempt to upgrade HBOOT to 2.16 on a HTC One S. The boot menu shows 2.16 so I guess it worked but now I have no OS.
I am trying to install a ROM (Lineage 14) but I get error messages like this
```
mount: failed to mount /dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1/
umount of /system failed: no such volume
Patching system image unconditionally...
E1001: Failed to update system image.
E:unknown command[log]
E:Erorr executing updater binary in zip '/sdcard/linea
Error flashing zip '/sdcard/lineage.zip'
Updating partition details...
```
If I `adb shell` then `ls /dev/block/platform/msm_sdcc.1` I get
```
by-num mmcblk0p13 mmcblk0p19 mmcblk0p24 mmcblk0p3 mmcblk0p35 mmcblk0p8
mmcblk0 mmcblk0p14 mmcblk0p2 mmcblk0p25 mmcblk0p30 mmcblk0p36 mmcblk0p9
mmcblk0p1 mmcblk0p15 mmcblk0p20 mmcblk0p26 mmcblk0p31 mmcblk0p4
mmcblk0p10 mmcblk0p16 mmcblk0p21 mmcblk0p27 mmcblk0p32 mmcblk0p5
mmcblk0p11 mmcblk0p17 mmcblk0p22 mmcblk0p28 mmcblk0p33 mmcblk0p6
mmcblk0p12 mmcblk0p18 mmcblk0p23 mmcblk0p29 mmcblk0p34 mmcblk0p7
```
In TWRP 2.6.1.0 I can wipe cache and Dalvik cache, Format Data and Factory Reset. If I `adb shell` and run `mount` I get
```
rootfs on / type rootfs (rw)
tmpfs on /dev type tmpfs (rw,nosuid,relatime,mode=755)
devpts on /dev/pts type devpts (rw,relatime,mode=600)
proc on /proc type proc (rw,relatime)
sysfs on /sys type sysfs (rw,relatime)
/dev/block/mmcblk0p34 on /cache type ext4 (rw,relatime,data=ordered)
/dev/block/mmcblk0p35 on /data type ext4 (rw,relatime,data=ordered)
/dev/block/mmcblk0p35 on /sdcard type ext4 (rw,relatime,data=ordered)
```
I can mount `cache`, `data`, and `system` from the TWRP menu, but not `USB-OTG`. If I go to Advanced Wipe, I see
```
E:Unable to mount '/usb-otg'
```
How do I fix these errors so I can install my OS?<issue_comment>username_1: Enable USB debugging while you have plugged the phone in on android studio. Then a pop-up should appear, allow permission for your pc to do usb debugging. This might be the case since the phone is being detected by the device, usb debugging is found in `Settings > Developer tools`
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/GMoiL.png)
Check Whether the program is running locally through your Android Virtual Device Manager
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: Ensure the following:
1.The connection is set to "allow file transfer " and not "charge only mode".
2.Ensure having developer privileges in your device and also enabling USB debugging.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/01 | 638 | 2,523 | <issue_start>username_0: **The Android is the Samsung Galaxy S7.**
Can someone tell me how to get the **full path** of the files being displayed in the Gallery App?
I have tried to figure it out by creating a folder, placing picture in it, then browsing to the pictures in Gallery. It shows the folder name, but doesn't show the path to the folder.
If I create a folder: `/sdcard/mypictures/`, it's show the images in an album called `mypictures`. It doesn't show that the `mypictures` folder is off the root of `sdcard`. If I make a subfolder in `/sdcard/mypictures/march2017`, it shows the images are in `march2017`.
I'm trying to figure this out because browsing a friends phone, we are trying to grap pictures from it. We see them in Gallery, but can't figure out, of his years of storing and sorting pictures on where they are actually located.
I'm sure there is a way to get the path. Hopefully someone can help.<issue_comment>username_1: I was able to figure out how to get to the path by this message and steps provided by [username_2](http://chat.stackexchange.com/transcript/message/35765851#35765851).
**The menu button on the Samsung Galaxys is the hardware Return Key.**
The problem is that, there isn't an onscreen menu for the recent Samsung Galaxy androids. I was stuck on the **3 dot menu** step.
The Samsung Galaxy has a hidden hardware menu. Pressing and holding the **Return Button** activate the menu feature.
While having an image in view, press and hold the **Return Button**, this bring up a menu that include the **Details** option. Clicking on Details brings up a lot of information on the image, including a map marked where it was taken. It also shows a properties block that includes the **path** of the image.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: * Firstly, the option of installing a file explorer, as in my earlier solution (now deleted) was not tenable as the device from which pics were to copied is not OP's. OP edited his question to highlight using Gallery app only
* On my device Moto X Play with stock gallery app, the method is - When I open any of folders and select a pic, a tick mark appears and from the 3 dot menu → details → scrolling down I can see the path as `/storage/emulated/0/DCIM/camera/xxx.jpg`. This information section follows information about the geo tagged information of pics
* On the chat, we could not find a way to get to the 3 dot menu on OP's device and OP found the way out using hardware keys as explained his answer
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/01 | 259 | 1,084 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there a way on Android 6.0 to switch to charging only before plugging my phone into an USB?<issue_comment>username_1: * Enable developer options - To enable Developer Options, go to Settings and select About phone. Now, scroll down and find out Build number. Tap on this option around 7 times. You will get a success message
* You will find *Select USB configuration* . Tap on that too open a sub menu and choose *Charging only*
* Next time you connect, it will revert to charging automatically
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Yes there is. I just did this right before updating to 7.0 so I hope I am remembering right. If you go to your developer options there should be an option to turn on or off what happens when you plug in your phone to a usb cord connected to a computer. You can switch it to charge only if you want. My current computer auto-encrypts anything plugged into it so I had to dig for this option. If it isn't in the Developer options, its in the USB connection options. Sorry I couldn't be more help.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/02 | 595 | 2,221 | <issue_start>username_0: I installed KINGroot and regretted it. Now I can't remove all of its files because of permissions only KINGroot has. My friend tried to remove it by using towelroot and other methods but my phone crashes them. I need a PC method to remove all KINGroot files but also having my phone permanently rooted. The friend I mentioned and my other friend have rooted phones without KINGroot.
Can you please help me solve this issue.
I have:
* Samsung Galaxy S3 mini - model number: GT - I8190
* version 4.1.2
* Phone manufacturing date: Jul 28 2013
If you require any other information about my phone please let me know. I messed up.<issue_comment>username_1: Firstly, soon after uninstalling KingRoot be sure to get another **SU management app**, to protect your device against malicious attacks since it has elevated privileges than a non rooted device,
A checklist just in case;
* Check if KingRoot is enabled as **device administrator** (under settings≥security), sometimes it's difficult to uninstall apps with such privileges
* Try to uninstall the app from within itself, rather than dragging to uninstall (you will need to reinstall su binaries with this method, but if your goal is to just get rid of KingRoot for another SU app it's worth a go)
* Navigate directly to /system/app/ and search for a package with name com.kingroot.kinguser and delete the contents.
If the app is still stubborn, then try the PC method
Connect your device via USB with debugging enabled,
On your PC open ADB terminal and type the codes one by one
```
# mount -o rw, remount /system
# am kill com.kingroot.kinguser
# pm uninstall com.kingroot.kinguser
```
Check if the app is removed
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This is what i have done:
TWRP install superSu alongside Kingroot, then install an root app unistaller and delete the Kingroot app.
Restart and should be SU instead of Kingroot.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: You can also remove it without PC.
I made a tool that will do this thing.
Replace it with SuperSU from <https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/2020-replace-kingroot-v5-x-or-kingo-root-with-supersu.3904880/>
Which works with newer versions of KingRoot too.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/02 | 294 | 1,195 | <issue_start>username_0: I broke phone A last night and borrowed a phone B from a friend. It was very little storage so I don't have space to restore all my whatsapp data via google drive (the files are already there). I am waiting for phone C (replacement phone) to come, and would like to restore all messages on phone C when it comes.
If I skip restore on phone B (the low storage temporary phone), will I lose the ability to restore messages (even if I miss a few days that are on phone B) on phone C? i.e. will skip delete everything and prevent restoration in future phone C?
Thanks!<issue_comment>username_1: If you enable sync with G Drive for chat backup in Phone B, then you cannot restore the backup.
Otherwise, you can restore in Phone C but the chats you have made from Phone C will not be there.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: No. If you want to do this, you need to first go to settings in Google Drive, go to apps and disconnect whatsapp.
Then skip the restore.
It automatically overwrites your old one.
I had the same situation, followed the advice in the first comment and lost 1.7G of precious data including many pictures I have saved nowhere else :(
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/02 | 290 | 1,150 | <issue_start>username_0: I am trying to connect an Android device to my PC in order to use it to test an app created with Android Studio. After connecting the device, I don't get the usual USB connection notification on my device and nothing shows up in my PC's file manager either.
I tried using both my Honor 5x (Android 6) and Nexus 9 (Android 7) as well as Windows 10 and Elementary OS and multiple ports/USB cables. On the Nexus 9, I enabled the developer options and set the connection mode to MTP.
Is there something obvious I'm missing?<issue_comment>username_1: If you enable sync with G Drive for chat backup in Phone B, then you cannot restore the backup.
Otherwise, you can restore in Phone C but the chats you have made from Phone C will not be there.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: No. If you want to do this, you need to first go to settings in Google Drive, go to apps and disconnect whatsapp.
Then skip the restore.
It automatically overwrites your old one.
I had the same situation, followed the advice in the first comment and lost 1.7G of precious data including many pictures I have saved nowhere else :(
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/03 | 189 | 747 | <issue_start>username_0: I am right handed but when I turn the phone, I would like to change the snackbar to the left, is it ONLY to the right?<issue_comment>username_1: If you enable sync with G Drive for chat backup in Phone B, then you cannot restore the backup.
Otherwise, you can restore in Phone C but the chats you have made from Phone C will not be there.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: No. If you want to do this, you need to first go to settings in Google Drive, go to apps and disconnect whatsapp.
Then skip the restore.
It automatically overwrites your old one.
I had the same situation, followed the advice in the first comment and lost 1.7G of precious data including many pictures I have saved nowhere else :(
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/03 | 2,118 | 7,840 | <issue_start>username_0: I have always assumed that turning off cellular data under Android settings/Data Usage meant no data use is possible.
However, I found out there is another setting: restrict background data. If that is turned on, will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off?<issue_comment>username_1: >
> ...will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off?
>
>
>
**No**
The purpose of this setting (*restrict background data*) is to minimise cellular data when cellular data is enabled and the app is running in background. Instead, when connected on WiFi background data is used
See this question for more
[How does "Restrict background data" work?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/55831/131553)
Note that apps which are driven by GCM for notifications are unaffected by this setting as explained here [Restrict background data for Facebook, but notifications still coming in](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/29080/131553)
**Edit** In response to OP requesting for additional citation, see [Optimizing Network Data Usage at Android developers](https://developer.android.com/training/basics/network-ops/data-saver.html) and [Google help: Allow or restrict background data usage by app](https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/2819524?hl=en)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I see three questions:
1.) Does cellular data off override restrict background data?
A: No. It's possible to get Background Data through WiFi.
2.) I have always assumed that turning off cellular data under Android settings/Data Usage meant no data use is possible.
A: No. See above answer, and below.
3.) However, I found out there is another setting: restrict background data. If that is turned on, will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off.
A: Yes, it's not impossible. That restricts Background Data only.
But, some Phones 'leak'.
I had everything turned off and set to use WiFi, even went to the "Data Usage" Setting and restricted each APP individually - but the Carrier was billing me for Data Usage.
I phoned to complain and the Call Taker thought I must have done something incorrectly - Supervisor!
The Supervisor said that I had used a few BYTES on a couple of days, and they were adding a Charge for "Under 5MB Usage". I assured her that I had turned everything off and bought the Phone from them. We agreed that no practical Web Page is that short and that I wasn't trying to Surf for free.
They added a Feature to my Account called "Data - 5MB Free" finally admitting that they got so many complaints about this that this is what they came up with.
I suspect that the Manufacturer's UI or the OS was not checking the Settings (a 'leak' / Bug) and since the change to "5MB Free" I'm no longer getting billed for using Data without intending to.
So, **yes**, technically it is possible to Set something (or read something on the Internet) and to get different results than you had hoped for. It's possible to turn Data off and for a tiny amount to get used, resulting in getting billed for it.
If you don't want to pay Cellular Data Charges (or ask the Carrier to completely disable it) then turn it off and check your Data Usage (on your Phone and Phone Bill). If it's leaking take it to the Store or convince them over the Phone that you have turned everything off on your end.
Ask if the Usage is extremely small, if it is and the Phone is theirs ask for at least 1MB free.
---
I think I found where the leakage is coming from, or at least how to block it.
I bought my phone unlocked and have not rooted it. If you have a carrier subsidised phone this may not work without their cooperation if they have locked the settings for "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names". I've had this problem on two phones from different manufacturers, so I guess it's a UI and Android problem.
**The problem (or solution) is** that "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names -> APN Protocol" is set to "IPv4/IPv6" - you need to change that to "IPv4" so that when you have Data turned off the setting is respected. Either it's 'by design' or a Bug that turning off Data isn't blocking IPv6 usage when your phone boots, either way it's a rip off to get a Bill for Data usage when it's turned off.
**My** Carrier has locked their settings so I couldn't alter them without either taking my phone in and explaining all this again (or scouring the Internet for a way to change the Carrier settings). Fortunately I am able to add a new setting and choose it (I bought my phone outright), if your phone is "Carrier Locked" you might not be able to create a new "Access Point".
While researching this (after discovering how to see the leakage) I found a few tools and webpages that are helpful.
The APP that showed me the Data trickle is NetTech's "[Net Analyser](https://techet.net/netanalyzer/)".
On their "Information" tab at the bottom it shows the total IPv6 usage since last boot - prior to fixing this problem it said that I was using over 60[kB](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilobyte) of Data, not much but enough to get billed (prior to getting 5MB Free).
Here's a screenshot, notice at the bottom where it says: "Received Since Boot" and "Sent Since Boot" - previously those values were over 60kB, now they are zero. The leakage is prevented, money saved.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/px91c.png)
**What you need to do:**
1. Go to "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names" and click on your current setting. See the Android Central article: "[What is an APN, and how do I change it?](https://m.androidcentral.com/what-apn-and-how-do-i-change-it)" for a longer explanation. You either need to be able to edit the fields or create a new entry for this fix.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/s2ncc.png)
2. Screenshot your current settings so you can keep a record of the original settings in case you make an error when you edit them, or so you can create a duplicate entry to modify.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/WYu9h.jpg)
3. Either modify the Carrier's original setting for "APN Protocol" or create a new entry in the "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names". If you create a new entry use the screenshots to **exactly** copy everything **identically** (spaces, and set to "none" versus "not set" must be identical,).
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/OFoCV.jpg)
4. Change "IPv4/IPv6" to "IPv4".
5. Save and reboot.
6. Check Data usage with "Net Analyser" (or APP that shows IPv6 usage). There should no longer be any IPv6 data usage.
Fixed.
While searching for a solution I also found this webpage: "[How to DISABLE IPv6 on Android?](https://support.purevpn.com/how-to-disable-ipv6-on-android)" but they say the solution is temporarily and needs to be done each boot - that's useless for us because our problem seems to occur during boot, before the UI Settings kick in.
A more helpful webpage appears to be: "[IPv6 on Mobile Devices](http://thirdinternet.com/ipv6-on-mobile-devices/)" and especially: "[Android: IPv6 Data Leaks](https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=de&u=https://www.kuketz-blog.de/android-ipv6-data-leaks/&prev=search)" (translated from the original [German webpage](https://www.kuketz-blog.de/android-ipv6-data-leaks/)) which explains how to turn off IPv6, though you'll likely need root to do it:
```
## Kernel
# Disable IPv6
echo 0 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/wlan0/accept_ra
echo 1 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/all/disable_ipv6
echo 1 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/default/disable_ipv6
```
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/03 | 2,259 | 8,361 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently installed WhatsApp. I thought it would be clever to deactivate it while my screen is locked to save battery: data can update when I have my screen active.
But it looks there is something special about this application that prevent it from being deactivated.
* I often get notifications involving WhatsApp in high consumption while my phone is locked
* there is a red message ***Can't refresh when closed*** on it's side when I go to "Battery > Close apps after screen lock" ... well, that's pretty much what I would like!
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/XeHLW.png)
Anyone knows what I can do to avoid this? (*apart from uninstalling this tyrannic application*)? Is there a feature I'm missing and that I should change?<issue_comment>username_1: >
> ...will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off?
>
>
>
**No**
The purpose of this setting (*restrict background data*) is to minimise cellular data when cellular data is enabled and the app is running in background. Instead, when connected on WiFi background data is used
See this question for more
[How does "Restrict background data" work?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/55831/131553)
Note that apps which are driven by GCM for notifications are unaffected by this setting as explained here [Restrict background data for Facebook, but notifications still coming in](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/29080/131553)
**Edit** In response to OP requesting for additional citation, see [Optimizing Network Data Usage at Android developers](https://developer.android.com/training/basics/network-ops/data-saver.html) and [Google help: Allow or restrict background data usage by app](https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/2819524?hl=en)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I see three questions:
1.) Does cellular data off override restrict background data?
A: No. It's possible to get Background Data through WiFi.
2.) I have always assumed that turning off cellular data under Android settings/Data Usage meant no data use is possible.
A: No. See above answer, and below.
3.) However, I found out there is another setting: restrict background data. If that is turned on, will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off.
A: Yes, it's not impossible. That restricts Background Data only.
But, some Phones 'leak'.
I had everything turned off and set to use WiFi, even went to the "Data Usage" Setting and restricted each APP individually - but the Carrier was billing me for Data Usage.
I phoned to complain and the Call Taker thought I must have done something incorrectly - Supervisor!
The Supervisor said that I had used a few BYTES on a couple of days, and they were adding a Charge for "Under 5MB Usage". I assured her that I had turned everything off and bought the Phone from them. We agreed that no practical Web Page is that short and that I wasn't trying to Surf for free.
They added a Feature to my Account called "Data - 5MB Free" finally admitting that they got so many complaints about this that this is what they came up with.
I suspect that the Manufacturer's UI or the OS was not checking the Settings (a 'leak' / Bug) and since the change to "5MB Free" I'm no longer getting billed for using Data without intending to.
So, **yes**, technically it is possible to Set something (or read something on the Internet) and to get different results than you had hoped for. It's possible to turn Data off and for a tiny amount to get used, resulting in getting billed for it.
If you don't want to pay Cellular Data Charges (or ask the Carrier to completely disable it) then turn it off and check your Data Usage (on your Phone and Phone Bill). If it's leaking take it to the Store or convince them over the Phone that you have turned everything off on your end.
Ask if the Usage is extremely small, if it is and the Phone is theirs ask for at least 1MB free.
---
I think I found where the leakage is coming from, or at least how to block it.
I bought my phone unlocked and have not rooted it. If you have a carrier subsidised phone this may not work without their cooperation if they have locked the settings for "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names". I've had this problem on two phones from different manufacturers, so I guess it's a UI and Android problem.
**The problem (or solution) is** that "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names -> APN Protocol" is set to "IPv4/IPv6" - you need to change that to "IPv4" so that when you have Data turned off the setting is respected. Either it's 'by design' or a Bug that turning off Data isn't blocking IPv6 usage when your phone boots, either way it's a rip off to get a Bill for Data usage when it's turned off.
**My** Carrier has locked their settings so I couldn't alter them without either taking my phone in and explaining all this again (or scouring the Internet for a way to change the Carrier settings). Fortunately I am able to add a new setting and choose it (I bought my phone outright), if your phone is "Carrier Locked" you might not be able to create a new "Access Point".
While researching this (after discovering how to see the leakage) I found a few tools and webpages that are helpful.
The APP that showed me the Data trickle is NetTech's "[Net Analyser](https://techet.net/netanalyzer/)".
On their "Information" tab at the bottom it shows the total IPv6 usage since last boot - prior to fixing this problem it said that I was using over 60[kB](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilobyte) of Data, not much but enough to get billed (prior to getting 5MB Free).
Here's a screenshot, notice at the bottom where it says: "Received Since Boot" and "Sent Since Boot" - previously those values were over 60kB, now they are zero. The leakage is prevented, money saved.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/px91c.png)
**What you need to do:**
1. Go to "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names" and click on your current setting. See the Android Central article: "[What is an APN, and how do I change it?](https://m.androidcentral.com/what-apn-and-how-do-i-change-it)" for a longer explanation. You either need to be able to edit the fields or create a new entry for this fix.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/s2ncc.png)
2. Screenshot your current settings so you can keep a record of the original settings in case you make an error when you edit them, or so you can create a duplicate entry to modify.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/WYu9h.jpg)
3. Either modify the Carrier's original setting for "APN Protocol" or create a new entry in the "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names". If you create a new entry use the screenshots to **exactly** copy everything **identically** (spaces, and set to "none" versus "not set" must be identical,).
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/OFoCV.jpg)
4. Change "IPv4/IPv6" to "IPv4".
5. Save and reboot.
6. Check Data usage with "Net Analyser" (or APP that shows IPv6 usage). There should no longer be any IPv6 data usage.
Fixed.
While searching for a solution I also found this webpage: "[How to DISABLE IPv6 on Android?](https://support.purevpn.com/how-to-disable-ipv6-on-android)" but they say the solution is temporarily and needs to be done each boot - that's useless for us because our problem seems to occur during boot, before the UI Settings kick in.
A more helpful webpage appears to be: "[IPv6 on Mobile Devices](http://thirdinternet.com/ipv6-on-mobile-devices/)" and especially: "[Android: IPv6 Data Leaks](https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=de&u=https://www.kuketz-blog.de/android-ipv6-data-leaks/&prev=search)" (translated from the original [German webpage](https://www.kuketz-blog.de/android-ipv6-data-leaks/)) which explains how to turn off IPv6, though you'll likely need root to do it:
```
## Kernel
# Disable IPv6
echo 0 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/wlan0/accept_ra
echo 1 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/all/disable_ipv6
echo 1 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/default/disable_ipv6
```
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/03 | 2,597 | 9,677 | <issue_start>username_0: I have sync issues with Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync, when using its service with my Hotmail account. (I'm using a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 with Android 6.0.1, if that helps)
These are the steps I took to reproduce the issue,
1. Go to the settings page
2. Under the Personalization Section I select Accounts
3. Select Add Account
4. Select Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync
5. Entered my Email Address and Password
6. Select Next
7. Uncheck all the checkboxes except Sync Contacts.
8. Select Next
9. Name the Account and select Done
Now that I had setup the account, I took the following steps to test my contact sync
1. Create a new contact on the device using the contacts app and selecting the microsoft exchange activesync as the account and fill in a name and contact number.
2. Save the contact.
3. Go to [outlook's webapp](https://outlook.live.com/owa/?path=/people)
4. log into the same microsoft account and create a contact.
5. Save the contact.
Finally I went to my phone and made sure sync was switched on and looked for the contact I had made using the outlook's webapp. I also looked on outlook's webapp for the contact created on the phone.
The final result:
* Sync from Outlook.com to android => WORKING
(The contact I created using the outlook.com web app was visible in both the web app and the phone)
* Sync from Android to Outlook => BROKEN
(The contact was only visible on the phone ie: missing from the outlook web app)
How can I fix the BROKEN Android to Outlook sync?
**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_UPDATE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_**
1. I haven't tried using another android phone, I don't have one lying
around at the moment. I'll give it a shot when I can and let you
know.
2. I do not sync my contacts with my google account, how is this
possible? I am trying to sync my MS account contacts to my android
phone. I wasn't aware of a connection between the MS account and my
Google account contacts.
3. I've already tried syncing the emails, no luck. Issue still
persists.<issue_comment>username_1: >
> ...will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off?
>
>
>
**No**
The purpose of this setting (*restrict background data*) is to minimise cellular data when cellular data is enabled and the app is running in background. Instead, when connected on WiFi background data is used
See this question for more
[How does "Restrict background data" work?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/55831/131553)
Note that apps which are driven by GCM for notifications are unaffected by this setting as explained here [Restrict background data for Facebook, but notifications still coming in](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/29080/131553)
**Edit** In response to OP requesting for additional citation, see [Optimizing Network Data Usage at Android developers](https://developer.android.com/training/basics/network-ops/data-saver.html) and [Google help: Allow or restrict background data usage by app](https://support.google.com/pixelphone/answer/2819524?hl=en)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I see three questions:
1.) Does cellular data off override restrict background data?
A: No. It's possible to get Background Data through WiFi.
2.) I have always assumed that turning off cellular data under Android settings/Data Usage meant no data use is possible.
A: No. See above answer, and below.
3.) However, I found out there is another setting: restrict background data. If that is turned on, will the phone still use cellular data even when cellular data is off.
A: Yes, it's not impossible. That restricts Background Data only.
But, some Phones 'leak'.
I had everything turned off and set to use WiFi, even went to the "Data Usage" Setting and restricted each APP individually - but the Carrier was billing me for Data Usage.
I phoned to complain and the Call Taker thought I must have done something incorrectly - Supervisor!
The Supervisor said that I had used a few BYTES on a couple of days, and they were adding a Charge for "Under 5MB Usage". I assured her that I had turned everything off and bought the Phone from them. We agreed that no practical Web Page is that short and that I wasn't trying to Surf for free.
They added a Feature to my Account called "Data - 5MB Free" finally admitting that they got so many complaints about this that this is what they came up with.
I suspect that the Manufacturer's UI or the OS was not checking the Settings (a 'leak' / Bug) and since the change to "5MB Free" I'm no longer getting billed for using Data without intending to.
So, **yes**, technically it is possible to Set something (or read something on the Internet) and to get different results than you had hoped for. It's possible to turn Data off and for a tiny amount to get used, resulting in getting billed for it.
If you don't want to pay Cellular Data Charges (or ask the Carrier to completely disable it) then turn it off and check your Data Usage (on your Phone and Phone Bill). If it's leaking take it to the Store or convince them over the Phone that you have turned everything off on your end.
Ask if the Usage is extremely small, if it is and the Phone is theirs ask for at least 1MB free.
---
I think I found where the leakage is coming from, or at least how to block it.
I bought my phone unlocked and have not rooted it. If you have a carrier subsidised phone this may not work without their cooperation if they have locked the settings for "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names". I've had this problem on two phones from different manufacturers, so I guess it's a UI and Android problem.
**The problem (or solution) is** that "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names -> APN Protocol" is set to "IPv4/IPv6" - you need to change that to "IPv4" so that when you have Data turned off the setting is respected. Either it's 'by design' or a Bug that turning off Data isn't blocking IPv6 usage when your phone boots, either way it's a rip off to get a Bill for Data usage when it's turned off.
**My** Carrier has locked their settings so I couldn't alter them without either taking my phone in and explaining all this again (or scouring the Internet for a way to change the Carrier settings). Fortunately I am able to add a new setting and choose it (I bought my phone outright), if your phone is "Carrier Locked" you might not be able to create a new "Access Point".
While researching this (after discovering how to see the leakage) I found a few tools and webpages that are helpful.
The APP that showed me the Data trickle is NetTech's "[Net Analyser](https://techet.net/netanalyzer/)".
On their "Information" tab at the bottom it shows the total IPv6 usage since last boot - prior to fixing this problem it said that I was using over 60[kB](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kilobyte) of Data, not much but enough to get billed (prior to getting 5MB Free).
Here's a screenshot, notice at the bottom where it says: "Received Since Boot" and "Sent Since Boot" - previously those values were over 60kB, now they are zero. The leakage is prevented, money saved.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/px91c.png)
**What you need to do:**
1. Go to "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names" and click on your current setting. See the Android Central article: "[What is an APN, and how do I change it?](https://m.androidcentral.com/what-apn-and-how-do-i-change-it)" for a longer explanation. You either need to be able to edit the fields or create a new entry for this fix.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/s2ncc.png)
2. Screenshot your current settings so you can keep a record of the original settings in case you make an error when you edit them, or so you can create a duplicate entry to modify.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/WYu9h.jpg)
3. Either modify the Carrier's original setting for "APN Protocol" or create a new entry in the "Connections -> Mobile Networks -> Access Point Names". If you create a new entry use the screenshots to **exactly** copy everything **identically** (spaces, and set to "none" versus "not set" must be identical,).
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/OFoCV.jpg)
4. Change "IPv4/IPv6" to "IPv4".
5. Save and reboot.
6. Check Data usage with "Net Analyser" (or APP that shows IPv6 usage). There should no longer be any IPv6 data usage.
Fixed.
While searching for a solution I also found this webpage: "[How to DISABLE IPv6 on Android?](https://support.purevpn.com/how-to-disable-ipv6-on-android)" but they say the solution is temporarily and needs to be done each boot - that's useless for us because our problem seems to occur during boot, before the UI Settings kick in.
A more helpful webpage appears to be: "[IPv6 on Mobile Devices](http://thirdinternet.com/ipv6-on-mobile-devices/)" and especially: "[Android: IPv6 Data Leaks](https://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&sl=de&u=https://www.kuketz-blog.de/android-ipv6-data-leaks/&prev=search)" (translated from the original [German webpage](https://www.kuketz-blog.de/android-ipv6-data-leaks/)) which explains how to turn off IPv6, though you'll likely need root to do it:
```
## Kernel
# Disable IPv6
echo 0 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/wlan0/accept_ra
echo 1 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/all/disable_ipv6
echo 1 > /proc/sys/net/ipv6/conf/default/disable_ipv6
```
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/03 | 551 | 2,081 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm trying to re-install my phone stock firmware. (I'm experiencing bugs, I already factory reset 5 times but the bugs are still there)
Phone's chipset is spreadtrum (sc8830)
I already loaded the packet file succesfully as seen in this [screenshot](https://i.stack.imgur.com/zx19D.jpg).
The problem is.... I can't put my phone into `download mode` (bug), now the tool can't detect it.
I as well already tried all of [this](https://i.stack.imgur.com/cCERT.jpg) option but still nothing.
Another bug is I can't put it into `recovery mode`. I tried using apps like link2sd to put it into recovery mode but it only goes to blank screen (tried that many times)
Is there any other way to install firmware than what I stated above?<issue_comment>username_1: You need to know these basic things first.
1. Factory Reset doesn't fix bugs
2. Your phone is not having recovery installed.
3. Your phone recovery and download option is installed in hardware it is nothing to do with your firmware.
Download the application called as [Power Menu](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.littlevictor.powermenu) and then try going into download mode.
If you are having a rooted Android phone then you can flash stock firmware with the help of FlashFire
There is a detail instructions given about the [way to use FlashFire on your Android](https://xtremetricks.net/backup-restore-via-adb-over-wi-fi-using-flashfire/) phone.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Spreadtrum devices don't have recoveries, nor don't they have a ''download mode". Their bootloader is accessed with a "boot key" (usually hardware buttons) through **SCI USB2Serial** port.
To get the phone detected, just simply switch it off. Hold volume down button (or volume up) and plug the device to the computer. Windows should install drivers (Download and install [SCI drivers](https://forum.hovatek.com/thread-827.html)).
Open the flash tool (ResearchDownload), load the PAC file, click on run. Power off the device, hold volume up/ down, connect USB cable. Et voilà.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/03 | 970 | 3,622 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to extended the storage of my Android phone be switching it to a MicroSD memory, as Android Marshmallow allows.
What is the minimum speed I need to use to avoid impacting performance? I am considering a SanDisk Ultra, but I wonder whether an Extreme will be better?
Are there any other aspects I need to check on the card to ensure compatibility?<issue_comment>username_1: For using SD cars as internal storage bare minimum would be Class 10 SD card, but still that is 4-5 times slower (if I remeber corectly) than internal storage at least in my case I presume that on better and flagship phones would be even greater difference. I used some r/w benchmark app from store to test. Also there is UHS 1 and UHS 3 micro SD cards that are way faster than class 10 but I don't know how much they cost, and maybe your phone doesn't even support UHS SD cards, those SD cards would be better than class 10 as adopted.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: **tl:dr;**
Go in for SDXC UHS class 1 or A1 cards if you are looking to run apps from Ext SD
---
SD card speeds have two aspects that would impact your proposed use as adoptable-storage ( though your question wrongly assumed that adoptable-storage is available on Lollipop, while it is introduced only from Marshmallow )
* Sequential speeds - which are applicable when one chunk of memory is being written or read, say like a large video or a heavy presentation file
* Random IO speeds - which pertains as the name suggests which are random in nature, as is the case with accessing app or app data , as in the case of adoptable-storage
Till recently compatibility for your purpose was being viewed only with sequential speeds. [Motorola](https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/answers/prod_answer_detail/a_id/109134/p/1449,9582#whatkind) recommends UHS class 1 :
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/vmLGym.jpg)
* Last year SD card association has come up with a new standard that specifically addresses *random IO* for application access and is called **A1 App Performance**
[The SD Card Association to Classify IOPS Performance of Memory Cards via Logo](http://www.anandtech.com/show/10860/sd-card-association-to-classify-iops-performance)
>
> ....In today's climate, usage patterns of SD cards by different people vary greatly. Some need to record and store UHD content, other need to **run applications**, which is why the former benefit from great sequential performance, whereas the **latter need guaranteed sequential and random read/write performance**
>
>
>
AFAIK, SD cards with this rating are not yet marketed
As additional information here is where the **A1** cards stack up when you compare sequential and video speeds
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/CdRlmm.jpg)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/SvLssm.jpg)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/NdbdPm.jpg)
Finally, coming to your question **UHS 1 speeds (SDXC)** are recommended ( since you haven't linked the cards under proposal, I am unable to specifically say which is better) or if you can wait for a while purchase **A1** class which is better suited for adoptable-storage, in case you plan to upgrade
Also see this question for compatibility chart [Should SD card be formatted before putting into new phone?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/167066/131553)
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/04 | 1,314 | 5,157 | <issue_start>username_0: This is a strange thing that started happening with the wifi network at my work. Android devices connected to the network say "Connected, no internet" however the internet works perfectly well. This has happened to devices running android 6 and 7. This is a small business in the US and theres no proxy or captive portal that is blocking any DNS. Windows and Ubuntu laptops connect and say everything is fine, seems to be something Android specific.
Does anyone know how exactly Android determines weather a network has internet access? This seems like the solution will end up in the router configuration, but knowing what could cause Android to behave this way would be helpful. What steps could one take to troubleshoot this issue?<issue_comment>username_1: Perhaps this seems likely to be a problem connecting to Google servers (captive portal server) **not the browser configured captive portal login** you seem to be refering to in your post.
(Sometime since Lollipop (5.1+)) When connected to networks (especially Wi-Fi networks), android system checks if there is an active internet connection by perfoming checks on certain pre-defined URLs belonging to Google servers. If it fails, there'll be an exclamation mark on the Wi-Fi signal icon and a “Connected, no internet” notification is shown **(even though you can access other websites and the internet is up an running)** so it may be a temporary problem with connectivity to that specific URL:
>
> Android tries to reach a file named `generate_204` on one of the Google
> servers and if there is no positive response, it means that there is
> no connection to the internet, and notification is generated also, the detection url differs between
> different Android versions.
>
>
>
* `clients3.google.com/generate_204 check (kitkat)`
* `connectivitycheck.gstatic.com/generate_204 (marshmallow)`
It seems that google has changed the captive portal
detection on recent versions of android e.g oreo.
looks like google now checks for both a `generate_204` on both
`connectivitycheck.gstatic.com` and a `gen_204` on
`www.google.com`.
Again is a problem on its own esp in regions where access to google services is blocked. This [**answer**](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/186995/209414) however explains well how to bypass such and you make take a look at it.
A chunk of information has been extracted from [this](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/187768/209414) discussion.
Based on this you have some options to bypass this:
1. **Changing captive portal server**
* Install a terminal app alternatively these commands can also be run via the `adb shell`.
* Open the terminal app and run `su`.
* Run `settings get global captive_portal_server`. This will show the current captive portal server. A "null" reply is usually the default.
* Run `settings put global captive_portal_server YOUR_SERVER_ADDRESS`. You can add google.com as the captive portal server, `i.e settings put global captive_portal_server google.com`.
* Run `exit` once to exit from su, then exit one more time to close the terminal.
* Reboot the Android device. Will not work without a reboot.
---
2. **Disabling captive portal**
>
> * Since the culprit is a method `isCaptivePortal()` which access `clients3.google.com/generate_204` to test if a connection is deemed
> "usable". The page, as its name suggest, is designed to always return
> a `HTTP 204` status code. Based on this you have a couple options:
>
>
>
i. Kill `isCaptivePortal()` completely
* with [adb](/questions/tagged/adb "show questions tagged 'adb'") set, run `adb shell su -c "settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0"` (Android 7.1+)
or using `adb shell su -c "settings put global captive_portal_mode 0"`
Note: *The down side is that isCaptivePortal() is actually useful to detect for example when a WiFi network requires login. If the request to the 204 page gets redirected to a login page (not a 204), the system will understand and display the exclamation mark as intended.*
ii. Change the target of `isCaptivePortal()`
* another workaround is replacing the Google host with a host that is accessible within the specific region. This host should also be returning `204` every time `/generate_204` is accessed.
i.e `adb shell su -c "settings put global captive_portal_server {alternate_host} "`
---
3. **Using hosts**
* You can edit `hosts` to block the captive portal detection url thus bypassing the sending of the requests to captive portal server.
---
**Why Linux and Windows connect with no issues?**
As you mentioned in your post that this seems to be Android specific, indeed the above discussion highlights that. The reason is that for those devices (Linux and Windows) the mechanism of connection is completely different.
These devices won't need to connect to Google servers to first detect if an internet is active.
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: Check time and date on your android device. In https era is very important to have date and time in sync with reality.
I had this issue today with my TV and it was a few years late. :)
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/05 | 418 | 1,689 | <issue_start>username_0: I have noticed that there is a folder named `.facebook_cache` in `/storage/emulated/0/`
I have never had the Facebook app or the Facebook Messenger app installed on the device and I don't intend to. At first I thought it must have been put there by the Facebook website, which was concerning, or been set up as default by the Android OS. After reading around I assume it was imported as a backup from the Google cloud from an earlier device which had the app installed.
Can anyone confirm the reason that it exists on this device and if it is okay to delete the folder without causing any issues?<issue_comment>username_1: Quoting from Mathew Read's [answer here](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/108927/131553)
>
> **Cache** is temporary files. One example might be thumbnails for contacts in a social media app. These can be cleared without any major effect — the app can just download them again when it needs to — and if space is low the Android OS may remove cache files itself.
>
>
>
You don't even have the app installed , so it can do no harm
The reason for it being of likely the Google Backup, since you never installed the app
You can also use the SD maid app mentioned here, which I find very effective in removing *corpses* and cleaning system [How to clean up related files from deleted apps?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/44818/131553)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: I had this directory, too.
I discovered pictures in it (everything except the journal file) are created when a map thumbnail is opened in Whatsapp after giving it storage permissions.
You can safely delete this directory.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/05 | 1,129 | 4,546 | <issue_start>username_0: I have over 15 games on my device. Some do occupy some memory; others not so much. I have enough leftover memory on the phone.
Is it true that this can slow down the device?<issue_comment>username_1: Yes. Believe it or not, the less free space you have in ROM, it can eventually affect the load speed for apps and their the files associated with them because it takes longer for the phone to find and access the info it needs, especially if you have less than 32 GB total storage. Not so much if you have a large memory (like an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy, both of which come w/ up to 128 GB, depending on the model). It still will get slower the more memory is used, but the memory access time for a phone with that much storage is such that even if it takes 2-3 times as long, it would still be so fast you couldn't notice the difference.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes it does..at one point of view....it basically EATS your RAM and this causes slowing down of other apps and your whole phone......it also causes superheating problems.....it also depends on your mobile set.I.e.its hardware and all.anyway.....the final answer is **YES**
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: When you download and install a game on your device, the data is stored within internal storage. When you run the game, it loads all the assets into RAM, which is Random Access Memory. Accessing RAM is much faster than accessing internal memory, which allows games to load scenes, animations, and other things faster. The game should know exactly where the assets are in RAM with an memory address. It can jump right to that point and pull the information down.
However, games are not the only thing that uses RAM. The operating system, system applications, and other installed apps are also using RAM. The more RAM that is used, the less there is for new operations to occupy temporarily. If RAM gets too full, then it could cause problems.
Leaving applications running in the background leaves RAM occupied. After a while, the memory should automatically be cleaned up, especially if you start new applications that require that space in RAM.
Another culprit that could be slowing things down is cache. Cache is used to store app information, web site data, and other information that the app will use to speed up load times. If too much cache is used, then it could be slowed. Games can use a lot of cache since they need to load images faster. Clearing the cache occasionally is typically a good thing.
**TL;DR**
Yes, running many games can cause a slow down on your device. RAM that does not get cleared and having too much cache are the main culprits. RAM should resolve itself over time, though closing the app completely is a good idea just to make sure. Clearing cache every so often is a good idea as well, especially if you run many of the games often.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Downloading too many **Apps** (not only games) *might* slow down your device.
It depends strongly on the apps you are dealing with.
The mechanisms for slowing down Android performance are various.
It may be due to background processes, low available memory, and perhaps communication issues.
The question is quite broad, and I will try to avoid repeating information, so I will point to appropriate sources.
You could check which apps are eating up your resources.
For instance, [Trepn profiler](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.quicinc.trepn&hl=en) is recommended [here](https://www.androidpit.com/why-is-my-android-device-running-slow).
I have used it some time ago and I recall finding it quite useful, in particular for a slowed-down device.
Note that when identifying resource hog apps, [it is likely not a good idea to use an app killer on them](https://www.howtogeek.com/127388/htg-explains-why-you-shouldnt-use-a-task-killer-on-android/).
Related:
<https://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s3/246051-does-downloading-lot-apps-slow-down-your-phone.html>
This old question and its answers might be useful:
[My device is getting slow, apps start misbehaving/crashing. What can I do?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/35367/my-device-is-getting-slow-apps-start-misbehaving-crashing-what-can-i-do)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: *In my case That is not correct because when you install certain games are applications at that time some of they contain i mean they required low cpu and GPU power and some of them they don't even required that*
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/05 | 1,196 | 4,817 | <issue_start>username_0: I have had my WhatsApp account backed up to my personal Google Drive account, taking up a total space of 841 MB. I now have access to a Drive account with more space, and I'd like to switch the backup to there.
I tried changing the settings on the phone to back up to the new account, but I only get 549 MB there.
Why would the two backups be so different? I'd like to delete the original one to free up space, but not if it means losing data.<issue_comment>username_1: Yes. Believe it or not, the less free space you have in ROM, it can eventually affect the load speed for apps and their the files associated with them because it takes longer for the phone to find and access the info it needs, especially if you have less than 32 GB total storage. Not so much if you have a large memory (like an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy, both of which come w/ up to 128 GB, depending on the model). It still will get slower the more memory is used, but the memory access time for a phone with that much storage is such that even if it takes 2-3 times as long, it would still be so fast you couldn't notice the difference.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes it does..at one point of view....it basically EATS your RAM and this causes slowing down of other apps and your whole phone......it also causes superheating problems.....it also depends on your mobile set.I.e.its hardware and all.anyway.....the final answer is **YES**
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: When you download and install a game on your device, the data is stored within internal storage. When you run the game, it loads all the assets into RAM, which is Random Access Memory. Accessing RAM is much faster than accessing internal memory, which allows games to load scenes, animations, and other things faster. The game should know exactly where the assets are in RAM with an memory address. It can jump right to that point and pull the information down.
However, games are not the only thing that uses RAM. The operating system, system applications, and other installed apps are also using RAM. The more RAM that is used, the less there is for new operations to occupy temporarily. If RAM gets too full, then it could cause problems.
Leaving applications running in the background leaves RAM occupied. After a while, the memory should automatically be cleaned up, especially if you start new applications that require that space in RAM.
Another culprit that could be slowing things down is cache. Cache is used to store app information, web site data, and other information that the app will use to speed up load times. If too much cache is used, then it could be slowed. Games can use a lot of cache since they need to load images faster. Clearing the cache occasionally is typically a good thing.
**TL;DR**
Yes, running many games can cause a slow down on your device. RAM that does not get cleared and having too much cache are the main culprits. RAM should resolve itself over time, though closing the app completely is a good idea just to make sure. Clearing cache every so often is a good idea as well, especially if you run many of the games often.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Downloading too many **Apps** (not only games) *might* slow down your device.
It depends strongly on the apps you are dealing with.
The mechanisms for slowing down Android performance are various.
It may be due to background processes, low available memory, and perhaps communication issues.
The question is quite broad, and I will try to avoid repeating information, so I will point to appropriate sources.
You could check which apps are eating up your resources.
For instance, [Trepn profiler](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.quicinc.trepn&hl=en) is recommended [here](https://www.androidpit.com/why-is-my-android-device-running-slow).
I have used it some time ago and I recall finding it quite useful, in particular for a slowed-down device.
Note that when identifying resource hog apps, [it is likely not a good idea to use an app killer on them](https://www.howtogeek.com/127388/htg-explains-why-you-shouldnt-use-a-task-killer-on-android/).
Related:
<https://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s3/246051-does-downloading-lot-apps-slow-down-your-phone.html>
This old question and its answers might be useful:
[My device is getting slow, apps start misbehaving/crashing. What can I do?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/35367/my-device-is-getting-slow-apps-start-misbehaving-crashing-what-can-i-do)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: *In my case That is not correct because when you install certain games are applications at that time some of they contain i mean they required low cpu and GPU power and some of them they don't even required that*
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/05 | 1,375 | 5,350 | <issue_start>username_0: I bought one of those budget phones that claimed to have 4GB of internal storage, but it looks like there is only 1.08GB. I don't know why it says that I only have 1.08GB if I already used 1.12GB for apps.
I removed all bloatware and moved all my APKs to the SD card, but I still don't have enough space for Google Docs, etc.
The main culprits are SpanishDict and Facebook, which take up 200MB of internal storage each (at `/data/data/com.spanishdict.spanishdict` and `/data/data/com.facebook.katana`)
Of course, I googled before asking and such, and I used this program called FolderMount. But it doesn't seem to work well with moving things outside of the SD card, defeating the whole purpose of it.
Does anyone know a way to *actually* move app data from the internal storage to the SD card?
Btw, I am using a Lanix X200.
TL;DR no space on the internal store because of app data on `/data/data`. Need to move it to an SD card.<issue_comment>username_1: Yes. Believe it or not, the less free space you have in ROM, it can eventually affect the load speed for apps and their the files associated with them because it takes longer for the phone to find and access the info it needs, especially if you have less than 32 GB total storage. Not so much if you have a large memory (like an iPhone or Samsung Galaxy, both of which come w/ up to 128 GB, depending on the model). It still will get slower the more memory is used, but the memory access time for a phone with that much storage is such that even if it takes 2-3 times as long, it would still be so fast you couldn't notice the difference.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_2: Yes it does..at one point of view....it basically EATS your RAM and this causes slowing down of other apps and your whole phone......it also causes superheating problems.....it also depends on your mobile set.I.e.its hardware and all.anyway.....the final answer is **YES**
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: When you download and install a game on your device, the data is stored within internal storage. When you run the game, it loads all the assets into RAM, which is Random Access Memory. Accessing RAM is much faster than accessing internal memory, which allows games to load scenes, animations, and other things faster. The game should know exactly where the assets are in RAM with an memory address. It can jump right to that point and pull the information down.
However, games are not the only thing that uses RAM. The operating system, system applications, and other installed apps are also using RAM. The more RAM that is used, the less there is for new operations to occupy temporarily. If RAM gets too full, then it could cause problems.
Leaving applications running in the background leaves RAM occupied. After a while, the memory should automatically be cleaned up, especially if you start new applications that require that space in RAM.
Another culprit that could be slowing things down is cache. Cache is used to store app information, web site data, and other information that the app will use to speed up load times. If too much cache is used, then it could be slowed. Games can use a lot of cache since they need to load images faster. Clearing the cache occasionally is typically a good thing.
**TL;DR**
Yes, running many games can cause a slow down on your device. RAM that does not get cleared and having too much cache are the main culprits. RAM should resolve itself over time, though closing the app completely is a good idea just to make sure. Clearing cache every so often is a good idea as well, especially if you run many of the games often.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_4: Downloading too many **Apps** (not only games) *might* slow down your device.
It depends strongly on the apps you are dealing with.
The mechanisms for slowing down Android performance are various.
It may be due to background processes, low available memory, and perhaps communication issues.
The question is quite broad, and I will try to avoid repeating information, so I will point to appropriate sources.
You could check which apps are eating up your resources.
For instance, [Trepn profiler](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.quicinc.trepn&hl=en) is recommended [here](https://www.androidpit.com/why-is-my-android-device-running-slow).
I have used it some time ago and I recall finding it quite useful, in particular for a slowed-down device.
Note that when identifying resource hog apps, [it is likely not a good idea to use an app killer on them](https://www.howtogeek.com/127388/htg-explains-why-you-shouldnt-use-a-task-killer-on-android/).
Related:
<https://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s3/246051-does-downloading-lot-apps-slow-down-your-phone.html>
This old question and its answers might be useful:
[My device is getting slow, apps start misbehaving/crashing. What can I do?](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/35367/my-device-is-getting-slow-apps-start-misbehaving-crashing-what-can-i-do)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_5: *In my case That is not correct because when you install certain games are applications at that time some of they contain i mean they required low cpu and GPU power and some of them they don't even required that*
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/06 | 493 | 1,656 | <issue_start>username_0: Can you flash different carrier firmware on the exact same model phone
For example can I take a Straight Talk Galaxy S5 and Flash u.s. Cellular Galaxy S5 firmware to it and make it work
Reason why dropped my s 5 for u.s. cellular and broke screen I was at Walmart today and seen a brand new S5 for straight talk or some other Walmart carrier and it looks nice I thought it'd be nice to have my S5 back and have a brand new one at the same time<issue_comment>username_1: Different models use different baseband hardware and software tuned for the carrier's operation bands.
From what I found through search, a Straight Talk S5 (SM-S902L) is a Verizon S5 ([SM-G900V](http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=device&id=5865&c=samsung_sm-g900v_galaxy_s5_lte-a__samsung_pacific)) minus the bootloader lock, which supports LTE band 4/13. This is distinctly different from a US Cellular S5 ([SM-G900R4](http://pdadb.net/index.php?m=device&id=5918&c=samsung_sm-g900r4_galaxy_s5_lte-a__samsung_pacific)) with LTE band 2/4/5/12/25.
Unless you've seen explicit examples that cross-flashing a baseband worked, don't even think about it.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: There are some instances where this can be done on hardware which is 'similar enough'. I flashed the ROM for the T-Mobile Galaxy Note 2 onto my AT&T Galaxy Note 2, but **I did not flash the baseband modem bits**.
In this case the two models shared enough similarity that the image worked fine and got me what I wanted (wifi calling). As mentioned above your mileage may vary and this can potentially brick your phone. This is not an exercise to undertake lightly.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/06 | 240 | 947 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to have a trigger on an app like Macrodroid (or any other similar app) that listens to whether or not the Keyboard is active (Specifically, Google Keyboard).
Is there any way to do this?<issue_comment>username_1: Android does not provide an API to check whether the soft keyboard is visible or not. A soft keyboard may not even display anything. An unreliable hack often used is to check for changes in height of the Activity, where the visible soft keyboard will reduce it.
However it is possible to checking if an hardware keyboard is visible, [Automate](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.llamalab.automate) has a [block for it](http://llamalab.com/automate/doc/block/keyboard_visible.html).
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can use "UI element focused" in "UI actions" in AutoInput plugin.
It not exactly what you want but it's best alternative AFAIK
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/06 | 281 | 998 | <issue_start>username_0: I am running Resurrection Remix, Nougat 7.1.1 on a Nexus 6p. I have Gboard "6.0.79.144029707-arm64-v8a" installed. I can open settings, but when I choose one of the settings categories, I get the message saying "Gboard has stopped", How do I fix this?<issue_comment>username_1: Android does not provide an API to check whether the soft keyboard is visible or not. A soft keyboard may not even display anything. An unreliable hack often used is to check for changes in height of the Activity, where the visible soft keyboard will reduce it.
However it is possible to checking if an hardware keyboard is visible, [Automate](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.llamalab.automate) has a [block for it](http://llamalab.com/automate/doc/block/keyboard_visible.html).
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can use "UI element focused" in "UI actions" in AutoInput plugin.
It not exactly what you want but it's best alternative AFAIK
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/06 | 767 | 2,768 | <issue_start>username_0: I have HTC One M8 GPE with Andorid 6.0 Marshmallow installed.
I used my Transcend Micro SD Card as Internal Storage / Adoptable Storage.
At morning I got the message "Transcend SD Card Missing. Reinsert This Device".
I took the card out, inserted it for many times.
Turned OFF and ON the device, etc...
Yet it seems the device won't recognize the SD Card.
If I go into Recovery Mode (I have TeamWin 3.0.01 version) in the Storage Options I can see "Transcend SD Card - Adopted Storage".
So it seems the connector, electricity wise, is working.
Now, few questions:
1. How can I check the SD Card is working without jeopardizing the data in it?
2. Is there a way to extract the data from the SD Card (A lot of personal data I'd like to extract)? Maybe some way to do so from the recovery menu or FastBoot mode?
All I care about now is to extract the data from my Phone.
Any assistance will be appreciated.
Thank You.<issue_comment>username_1: I guess it's either sd card dead or sd card slot faulty. However there is way to decrypt adopted sd card but if you factory reset device and wipe key you are screwed [here is how to decrypt](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/145443/how-to-decrypt-adopted-storage)
Btw try to put other sd card in your phone and see if phone is recognize it.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Card failure rates increase significantly when used as adopted storage... It's seen in lots of devices. My guess is the card is failing.
Retrieving it is iffy at best, if the card is not defective, you are rooted, are familiar with Linux, and can follow [this](http://nelenkov.blogspot.com/2015/06/decrypting-android-m-adopted-storage.html?m=1) process which involves retrieving the encryption key and mounting the system in Linux (or making an image of it and mounting that), there is a chance of retrieving the data.
If the filesystem or card is damaged, the chances of data retrieval, even by a professional data recovery company, are as close to zero as you can get.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: I post a workaround with no data loss, no root needed, no wiping the phone : <https://forums.lenovo.com/t5/MOTO-G-3rd-Gen/SD-Card-Missing-Please-Reinsert/m-p/3751841#M9407>
2 steps :
1. Plug the unrecognised SD card to the phone (Moto 3G) through an
external SD Card reader and female to male Micro USB. The phone
will first recognise a new usb drive and start the process to mount
the drive. It will fail and the drive should disappear from the phone memory settings.
2. Then unplug the SD card reader and simply put the SD
card into its internal slot. The phone should immediatly recognise it as
the "lost" SD card. Everything gets back to normal.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/06 | 592 | 1,826 | <issue_start>username_0: I have the 10gb hotspot plan for tmobile but I also have unlimited data when I'm on my phone. Is there a way to bypass the hotspot limit by using the unlimited data from my phone instead? I have the nexus 6 on android version 6.<issue_comment>username_1: You could make your phone to act as a VPN Gateway
**Requirements:**
* root
* vpn server (can obtain any free openVPN from playstore)
Using a VPN gateway will make tethered traffic to go through the VPN.
Steps
* Turn on portable hotspot
* Open terminal as root and enter the following codes (you can paste them)
```
iptables -t filter -F FORWARD
iptables -t nat -F POSTROUTING
iptables -t filter -I FORWARD -j ACCEPT
iptables -t nat -I POSTROUTING -j MASQUERADE
ip rule add from 192.168.43.0/24 lookup 61
ip route add default dev tun0 scope link table 61
ip route add 192.168.43.0/24 dev wlan0 scope link table 61
ip route add broadcast 255.255.255.255 dev wlan0 scope link table 61
```
Edit
If you are not rooted you can use [PdaNet+](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pdanet&hl=en).
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: To make this work, I had to add the following VPN forward route: 0.0.0.0/0 in my L2TP client on the phone, and from terminal, I only typed this much:
```
su
iptables -t filter -F FORWARD
iptables -t nat -F POSTROUTING
iptables -t filter -I FORWARD -j ACCEPT
iptables -t nat -I POSTROUTING -j MASQUERADE
ip rule add from 192.168.43.0/24 lookup 61
ip route add default dev ppp0 scope link table 61
```
And it immediately came on line. During the terminal session, I had the PC connected to the phone tethering Hotspot all the time, and for each line typed, I checked the tunnel.
As far as I understand, what these commands actually do, is to set up a NAT routing on the phone - correct?
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/07 | 571 | 1,785 | <issue_start>username_0: Is it possible a process should run in the background of Android OS,
and the only task of that process is to stop the power intake to the device when the battery is completely charged?<issue_comment>username_1: You could make your phone to act as a VPN Gateway
**Requirements:**
* root
* vpn server (can obtain any free openVPN from playstore)
Using a VPN gateway will make tethered traffic to go through the VPN.
Steps
* Turn on portable hotspot
* Open terminal as root and enter the following codes (you can paste them)
```
iptables -t filter -F FORWARD
iptables -t nat -F POSTROUTING
iptables -t filter -I FORWARD -j ACCEPT
iptables -t nat -I POSTROUTING -j MASQUERADE
ip rule add from 192.168.43.0/24 lookup 61
ip route add default dev tun0 scope link table 61
ip route add 192.168.43.0/24 dev wlan0 scope link table 61
ip route add broadcast 255.255.255.255 dev wlan0 scope link table 61
```
Edit
If you are not rooted you can use [PdaNet+](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pdanet&hl=en).
Upvotes: 3 <issue_comment>username_2: To make this work, I had to add the following VPN forward route: 0.0.0.0/0 in my L2TP client on the phone, and from terminal, I only typed this much:
```
su
iptables -t filter -F FORWARD
iptables -t nat -F POSTROUTING
iptables -t filter -I FORWARD -j ACCEPT
iptables -t nat -I POSTROUTING -j MASQUERADE
ip rule add from 192.168.43.0/24 lookup 61
ip route add default dev ppp0 scope link table 61
```
And it immediately came on line. During the terminal session, I had the PC connected to the phone tethering Hotspot all the time, and for each line typed, I checked the tunnel.
As far as I understand, what these commands actually do, is to set up a NAT routing on the phone - correct?
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/07 | 340 | 1,424 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm having a Samsung Galaxy S5 Android phone. All these days I was able to debug apps using USB debugging from the Developer options menu in my phone. But suddenly I noticed the switch in the developer options screen is disabled ([See Screenshot](https://i.stack.imgur.com/vSZzD.png)). Only Running services item is enabled in the Developer options screen.
Note: I have a "Software Update" system warning, which is an update that is already automatically downloaded but not yet installed. I'm wondering if the developer options is disabled because of this system
Has anyone faced the same problem ?
Do you know what to do to enable the switch, so that I can turn on the usb debugging ?
Thank you.<issue_comment>username_1: I found from [this post](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/125443) that some recently added app might be cauing the security issue.
Hence I uninstalled my corporate app that I installed prior to getting that greyed out issue, and that fixed that problem, I'm now able to slide the switch on/off in Developer Options screen.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I have a Samsung phone and if I turn that switch off, the options just disappear and to re-enable them, I have to tap build number 7 times again. It basically makes it look like I have never even tried to enable developer options. Probably, if you tap build number 7 times, it will get it fixed.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/08 | 271 | 1,069 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to know where exactly are stored the APNs that are **added by the user** on Android. I want to edit them manually using X-plore (or any other root file explorer).
I know that in `/system/etc/apns-conf.xml` are stored the APN that come preset with the device, but I'm looking for the XML file where the user added APN are stored instead.<issue_comment>username_1: I found from [this post](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/125443) that some recently added app might be cauing the security issue.
Hence I uninstalled my corporate app that I installed prior to getting that greyed out issue, and that fixed that problem, I'm now able to slide the switch on/off in Developer Options screen.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I have a Samsung phone and if I turn that switch off, the options just disappear and to re-enable them, I have to tap build number 7 times again. It basically makes it look like I have never even tried to enable developer options. Probably, if you tap build number 7 times, it will get it fixed.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/08 | 497 | 1,831 | <issue_start>username_0: I cannot seem to get a straight answer on this, and that is the Overcommit Settings in the Android Kernel. I only have a basic understanding of it, that it allows the system(?) to only use a certain percentage of ram? Anyway, with my failed research attempts, there is very little on this subject, and often articles will conflict with each other. For example, in these articles:
<https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-comprehensive-guide-to-kernels-t3121088>
<https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-comprehensive-guide-to-kernels-t3121088>
They both say that overcommitting is bad and should be disabled. However, in a few other articles:
<https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1621808>
They set the overcommit to 100% (Or just leave it at 50). I just want a plain and straight answer, what is the overcommitting ratio and how does it affect ANDROID specifically, one way or the other? (Battery, performance, stability)
Thank you very much!
(I am editing my Android Kernel [HotDog] with Kernel Adiutor)
**EDIT**: My phone is Android 7.1 with 2GB of ram<issue_comment>username_1: I found from [this post](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/125443) that some recently added app might be cauing the security issue.
Hence I uninstalled my corporate app that I installed prior to getting that greyed out issue, and that fixed that problem, I'm now able to slide the switch on/off in Developer Options screen.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I have a Samsung phone and if I turn that switch off, the options just disappear and to re-enable them, I have to tap build number 7 times again. It basically makes it look like I have never even tried to enable developer options. Probably, if you tap build number 7 times, it will get it fixed.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/08 | 400 | 1,140 | <issue_start>username_0: I saw somebody rename their Pokemon in *Pokemon Go* using numbers in a circle, such as "Dratini⑮⑭⑬"
I can only think of copy and paste, but you always have to find a document that has these characters and copy from there and paste it in *Pokemon Go*.
How can it be done? Is there a faster/direct way?<issue_comment>username_1: The fastest way on Android is to use [Calcy IV](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tesmath.calcy) with the renaming feature enabled, change the settings to the circled numbers and you're good to go.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I agree with [Gokul NC](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/170646/how-can-you-enter-%e2%91%ae%e2%91%ad%e2%91%ac-unicode-symbols-with-a-number-in-a-circle-when-typing#comment218310_170646) and [iBug](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/170646/how-can-you-enter-%e2%91%ae%e2%91%ad%e2%91%ac-unicode-symbols-with-a-number-in-a-circle-when-typing#comment218355_170646) that a special Unicode keyboard (e.g. [Unicode Keyboard](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.ddo.hotmist.unicodepad)) is the answer.
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/08 | 296 | 1,012 | <issue_start>username_0: I am looking for a way to force dark mode on Firefox for Android.
I tried using [Dark mode](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/dark-mode-webextension/) add-on, but it doesn't work.
Is there another way?<issue_comment>username_1: Try [Dark Background and Light Text](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/android/addon/dark-background-light-text/?src=search) add-on.
This is how it looks like using the mode (it's night time for me as I write). By toggling the `Aa` icon on the address bar, you can enable or disable it, select the global or select sites you want affected as also modify the default scheme
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/ymN7Ml.jpg)
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: @username_1' answer does not work as the add-on doesn't work on the android phone I have (Samsung Galaxy S10).
[Dark Reader](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/android/addon/darkreader/) is the only add-on I can find which works
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/08 | 281 | 1,089 | <issue_start>username_0: I have a Nexus 6p with Resurrection Remix, Android 7.1.1. I want to move back to Marshmallow (still RR) for Xposed. I plan to just dirty flash the old RR 6.0.1 .zip file. Will this result in any problems with my data? Like my installed apps, data for those apps...?
Thanks in advance. If you need more information just ask!<issue_comment>username_1: From one of my earlier answers:
>
> Older version of an app might not recognize the data created by the newer version of the same app. Although user apps are rarely affected, crucial system apps might be, and on error might constantly throw "\*\*\* has stopped" dialogs that effectively prevents you from using the phone.
>
>
>
Also, some newer ROMs have alerts in their `updater-script` that detect different `/data` formats and, if detected, throw error about it, and will not proceed unless you perform a wipe.
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can also backup all your apps data using TitaniumBackup, do the downgrade and then restore previously backed up apps data.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/09 | 439 | 1,450 | <issue_start>username_0: I just bought a Moto G XT1034 and I'm trying to install Lineage OS 14.1 (lineage-14.1-20170307-nightly-falcon-signed.zip). I'm following the wiki instructions (<http://wiki.lineageos.org/falcon_install.html>). I successfully unlocked the bootloader and installed the custom recovery (Team Win Recovery Project) but when I try to install the new OS I get the following error message:
`This package supports bootloader(s): 0x4118, 0x4119, 0x411A; this device has bootloader unknown.`
Apparently my bootloader version is 4105:
`$ fastboot getvar version-bootloader
version-bootloader: 4105`
How can I overcome this issue? Should I update my bootloader? Is there a safe way to do so?<issue_comment>username_1: Use [this tool](https://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-g/general/falcon-bootloader-upgrader-tool-t3093793) to upgrade your bootloader to a compatible version.
You should also update your TWRP to the latest version, as older versions aren't compatible with the new bootloader either, and will display a moving line across the screen if you insist.
After these steps you are clear to proceed to flashing LOS 14.1.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I ended up following [these](https://www.reddit.com/r/LineageOS/comments/5ycv9y/cant_install_lineage_os_due_to_outdated/derjah0/) instructions to flash a newer stock ROM with a up to date bootloader and installed Lineage OS afterwards.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/09 | 533 | 2,211 | <issue_start>username_0: Just a quick question.
I have been trying to figure out the difference between Soft Reset, Hard Reset, Factory reset. If anyone could please help me to clarify the differences, it would be greatly appreciated, thank you.
*A little bit of random information. So my phone was in my pocket, seems that it was reset (Turned off and instantly came back on) by the `power` button being held down for fifteen to twenty seconds, wondering if this is considered a Soft Reset, or Hard Reset, or if there really is a difference.*<issue_comment>username_1: * *Soft Reset* is simply powering your phone off and on by using `power` button - no data is lost
* *Hard Reset* is forcibly stopping the power to phone by removing the battery ( if the battery is user replaceable)- no data is lost
Both these are first level means of rectifying minor issues and are harmless
* *Factory Reset* is restoring the device to the state it was when you purchased it (with few exceptions) - **all** user data is lost. This is next level of troubleshooting or happens when you unlock bootloader. See also [What is hard reset and what is factory reset?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/6422/131553)
What you describe is not any of the above. It is *sleep state or sleep mode* which your device goes into when it is inactive for long. This is a battery saving measure. One activates or wakes up the device by `power` button or `home` button ( if it was soft reset, it would have displayed start up logo and process)
**Edit:** OP clarified that start up logo appeared so it was actually a *soft reset* . Mobile likely got switched off accidentally
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: A hard reset is initiated from the hardware keys. (Volume, power, home, etc.) Whereas a soft reset is initiated from within the devices software. (Usually located in the Settings area of the device) Merely pressing the power button for 10 or so seconds to reboot the phone doesn't factory reset the device. It only reboots or restarts and doesn't erase user data.
There seems to be confusion by a lot of folks on the differences of a hard reset vs a soft reset and a hard boot vs a soft boot.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/09 | 1,313 | 4,906 | <issue_start>username_0: This morning, I turned on my mobile, which had been fully charged during the night. It displayed the usual white «Samsung Galaxy SIII Neo powered by android» thing, but then it vanished, then it reappeared, and it has been doing this throughout the day, for all I know. I tried googling, and found out about:
* FastBoot, which is acheived by pressing Vol+,Vol-,Power all at once; this does nothing at all on my device;
* Recovery boot, which is acheived by pressing Vol+,Power,Home all at once; this displays a small blue «RECOVERY BOOTING…» on the top-left corner, but only if the phone is connected to a charger, otherwise nothing happens;
* Hard Reset, but this seems to be impossible, as it requires (see here) the phone to be completely off, which is, at present, simply impossible.
Removing the battery won't do anything: I tried that several times, but as soon as I put it back, it goes back to doing the above. Also, connecting to the charger makes the «Samsung Galaxy [etc]» display like 2 or 3 times longer.
What should I do about this? What is wrong with my phone?
**Update**
Following @MatthewRead's comment, I tried Vol-,Power,Home. Something flashed on the screen, and then back to on-off-on-off. This is a frame of a short movie I captured with another mobile:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/bo6dl.png)
Sorry for the name of the movie showing up and hiding «Warning». I just tried Vol+ as that screen suggests, and now the screen shows up no more. One thing is sure: holding down that combination now stops it from on-off-on-off-ing, but as soon as I release, we're back there.
**Update 2**
I tried other key combinations, and this is what I found out:
* Vol+ -> Recovery booting;
* Vol+,Home -> Recovery booting;
* Vol+,Power -> Recovery booting;
* Vol+,Power,Home -> Recovery booting;
* Power,Vol- -> screen above;
* Vol-,Home -> screen above;
* Vol-,Power,Home -> screen above;
* Vol- -> screen above.
The last two have not always happened, but maybe I thought I was pressing when I actually wasn't. The screen says to hit Vol+ or Vol-, but none of those does anything.
**Update 3**
Someone suggested I scrape the battery contacts, I did it, and now the mobile seems to be working again. So this apparently saved me the trouble of flashing, though I have the firmware downloaded in case something goes wrong.<issue_comment>username_1: **From Experience** : The problem is with your battery. The battery can't produce stable power.
When you go to recovery mode, the power consumption is very low. So, it will stay for some time.
When you turn on the phone, the brand logo is shown, may or may not the Booting is done. Suddenly the phone turns off. Then again turns on and repeat this automatically about 15-20 times.
I have the same issue and after checking for a weak , I found that the battery can't produce the power in a stable manner.
### How to check.
* Take the battery out.
* check the battery code, power details, etc.
* Find a similar battery.
* Put the battery in the phone and try turning it on.
80% it will work.
Try it and if you are in the 20% part, let me know.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: The bootloop happens when the boot partition is corrupted or in extreme cases the whole eMMC chip is damaged, the phone boots but can't load the system and all ressources.
Among the causes a defective charger - as you've pointed the phone was left to charge all night long.
Try flashing the phone, this may solve the bootloop.
* Download the firmware for your model, region and same android version or higher.
* Download Odin (Windows) or Heimdall (Mac) and Install it.
* Download Samsung drivers, install them
* Now open Odin, click on AP slot (PDA for lower version)
* Browse to where you have unzipped the firmware
* Select the file (must end with .md5 or .tar)
* Now put the phone to Download mode (Volume down + Home + Power), then press Volume Up
* Connect the phone to the computer the click on START. Wait till the end.
* You phone should reboot and boot normally
**Using Heimdall: follow this [guide](https://www.google.cd/amp/s/sonofgeektalk.wordpress.com/2013/06/13/heimdall-on-a-mac/amp/).**
Let us know if you experience any errors. We'll try to help.
PS: All your personal data will be wiped.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: 1. Try this take out your battery
2. Wait for 10 seconds
3. Re Insert the battery without pressing the power button
if it turns on itself (witout pressing the power button( then it would be hardware problem. Just clean it with alcohol or tinner and keep pressing on it to clean the inside of your power swith or if not just replace your power button.
4. If not auto turn on after inserting the battery then its software problem. Just download the official firmware ang flash your phone via odin.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/09 | 1,783 | 5,860 | <issue_start>username_0: On a non-rooted Android 5.1 phone, is there a way to "freeze" an applications, settings, and data?
I don't want to uninstall or need to consistently kill a process. I would like to archive an application, and when I need it, take a brief moment to "thaw" it, use it, and freeze again when done.<issue_comment>username_1: You shoud try a software developped by [gatesjunior](https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=3178012), a Recognized Developer at XDA-Developers. I doesn't require root for hiding/blocking apps.
* Download debloater.exe [here](http://rootjunkysdl.com/files/?dir=Gates/DeBloater) ([mirror](https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=8576a478a6dbc737!1203&authkey=!<KEY>&ithint=file%2Cexe)) for Windows (May require .Net Framework 3.5 or higher). Download dmg file for OSX [here](https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=8576a478a6dbc737%21831)
* Enable USB debugging on the phone
* Connect the phone to the computer (Should install drivers to get the phone detected)
* Run debloater, clikc on "Click here togin"- should list all installed apps. Just check the check-mark related to the apps you want to hide/disable then click the first icon in the top left.
[](https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=8576a478a6dbc737%21831)
I found the complete link on how to use the software, check it out [here](https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/debloater-remove-carrier-bloat-t2998294)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: If you have ADB enabled on your device and the app allows to backup it's data you can use the connected PC to backup the app data and the app APK file using the adb backup command:
```
adb backup -f mybackup.ab -apk
```
When you need the app again you can restore the mybackup.ab file. This works on non-rooted phones.
Note: If the app denies backup the backup will not fail, the data wil be just empty. Therefore It may be wise to execute the adb backup command first without the `apk` option. If the created backup file has a size of more than a few bytes most likely the app allows data backup.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: As your targets are "downloaded apps" you've installed yourself, I'd suggest you take a look at **[Greenify](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.greenify "Greenify at Google Play"):**
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/sUmLF.png) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/84PE0.png)
*Greenify* (source: [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.greenify "Greenify at Google Play"); click images for larger variants)
>
> Greenify help you identify and put the misbehaving apps into hibernation when you are not using them, to stop them from lagging your device and leeching the battery, in a unique way! They can do nothing without explicit launch by you or other apps, while still preserving full functionality when running in foreground, similar to iOS apps!
>
>
>
Once you've defined the apps to deal with, you're done: use them as you always do, no manually handling required. *Greenify* takes care that those apps are not running when you're not using them.
*Greenify* works even without root, though not all of its features will be available then. It unleashes its full power, though, only on rooted devices having the *XPosed* framework installed: Then you can also deal with system apps.
For further details, also see:
* [How does hibernating an app work technically?](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/63572/16575)
* [Android's native process management vs. Greenify](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/140427/16575)
* [How to Optimize Your Android Phone's Battery Life with Greenify](https://www.howtogeek.com/198135/how-to-optimize-your-android-phones-battery-life-using-greenify/) (HowToGeek)
* [How to Use Greenify App](https://www.orduh.com/use-greenify-app-extend-android-battery-life/) (Orduh)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: As a variant to [username_2's answer](/a/170798/16575), but working on-device: **[Helium Backup](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.backup "Helium Backup at Google Play")** does ADB backups directly there. If your device is not rooted, it will however need to be initialized via its desktop component after each boot.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/aANxe.jpg) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/0qHcD.jpg) [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/uqHCs.jpg)
*Helium* (source: [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.koushikdutta.backup "Helium Backup at Google Play"); click images for larger variants)
Other than with [my other approach](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/170799/16575), you'd need multiple steps here to "freeze" it:
1. backup the app using *Helium*
2. uninstall the app (e.g. via \*Settings › Apps)
However, "unfreezing" would just mean to restore it.
As I commented on username_2's answer: before deleting the app, make sure a proper backup was achieved. Developers can chose to have their apps opt-out of this, setting `ALLOW_BACKUP=FALSE`. In this case, one usually ends up with a 41 byte file (just containing the "backup header", but neither app nor data). Also make sure to tick the box for inclusion of the `.apk` file (see second screenshot), or you might have another surprise :)
Side-effect: As the 3rd screenshot shows, you can use *Helium* also to create regular backups on a schedule. Can't hurt :)
---
In case you wonder about the app being named "Carbon" in the screenshot: that was its former name, Koush obviously didn't remove it there.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/10 | 605 | 2,491 | <issue_start>username_0: As the title suggests I'am trying to re-install Andriod but their are several criteria that are preventing me
**1.** the Android operating system boots but upon passing the lock screen, all core processes such as launcher crashes meaning i'm unable to change settings (Even though sometimes I'm able to change the settings it just reverts back upon Reboot and the settings don't even work properly)
**2.** ADB does not detect the device (assuming because of USB Debugging)
**3.** Tried Android safe-mode it does pretty much the same thing as normal mode
**4.** Tried a factory reset but it just reboots and shows the Android recovery options instead of erasing
I'am currently out of options Please help
Thanks in advance<issue_comment>username_1: This is a common issue that I have had many times when flashing a custom operating system. Occasionally, I've found that a full rom reset (or factory reset), which is wipe data and davlik / art cache, might fix the problem however if it doesn't, then you need to re-flash.
So I ask, are you trying to flash a custom rom onto the phone? If so, then make sure you are not trying to flash a rom designed for another phone. Make sure the rom you are flashing is considered stable, and take a look at feedback from other (especially more experienced) flashers.
If you're using the factory rom, then try and reset it. If this doesn't work, then try looking for the factory rom somewhere. For HTC phones, this comes in the form of the Rom Update Utilities (or RUU), which you can find on the HTC Website or HTCDev. For Samsung phones, you can also retrieve the factory firmwares off the Samsung websites. I have no experience with any other phones, however I expect that they would also supply their firmwares online.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Short answer is yes!
====================
**Long answer:**
you can Flash\* Android "Stock Rom" for almost any type of android devices, even if the old one isn't loading at all.
as long as the hardware doesn't have any problems
but there is some problems
**1. To find the stock Rom:**
you will find it with a little search depending on device manufacture
**2. To flash it without breaking your device:**
this process can be very risky and highly depend on device type
**3. you will lose your warranty**
safest way is to find a near service center to do it for you
but you can find very useful stuff here:
<https://forum.xda-developers.com/>
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/10 | 497 | 1,984 | <issue_start>username_0: I put in my current password and it says that I can't have password
My lock screen settings say I can't have password. It says an administrator denied it or something like that
.<issue_comment>username_1: This is a common issue that I have had many times when flashing a custom operating system. Occasionally, I've found that a full rom reset (or factory reset), which is wipe data and davlik / art cache, might fix the problem however if it doesn't, then you need to re-flash.
So I ask, are you trying to flash a custom rom onto the phone? If so, then make sure you are not trying to flash a rom designed for another phone. Make sure the rom you are flashing is considered stable, and take a look at feedback from other (especially more experienced) flashers.
If you're using the factory rom, then try and reset it. If this doesn't work, then try looking for the factory rom somewhere. For HTC phones, this comes in the form of the Rom Update Utilities (or RUU), which you can find on the HTC Website or HTCDev. For Samsung phones, you can also retrieve the factory firmwares off the Samsung websites. I have no experience with any other phones, however I expect that they would also supply their firmwares online.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Short answer is yes!
====================
**Long answer:**
you can Flash\* Android "Stock Rom" for almost any type of android devices, even if the old one isn't loading at all.
as long as the hardware doesn't have any problems
but there is some problems
**1. To find the stock Rom:**
you will find it with a little search depending on device manufacture
**2. To flash it without breaking your device:**
this process can be very risky and highly depend on device type
**3. you will lose your warranty**
safest way is to find a near service center to do it for you
but you can find very useful stuff here:
<https://forum.xda-developers.com/>
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/10 | 672 | 2,241 | <issue_start>username_0: I have created hotspot from my Andriod mobile and using Internet on laptop Windows 7 but I'm unable to connect to websites which don't start with `www.`.
The error:
>
> If your computer or network is protected by a firewall or proxy, make sure that Firefox is permitted to access the Web
>
>
>
**Should the settings be done on mobile or laptop? What should I change?**
Note I am using mobile data. Websites starting with `www.` are working fine. The problem doesn't occur on my phone. Also everything is OK when my laptop uses LAN.
Mobile(alone with data) and laptop(alone with LAN) works fine , it is only when mobile hotspot is used in laptop, i am not able to access websites which don't start with www.<issue_comment>username_1: [How do I prevent Firefox to use: www.foo.bar instead of foo.bar?](https://support.mozilla.org/t5/Firefox-for-Android/How-do-I-prevent-Firefox-to-use-www-foo-bar-instead-of-foo-bar/m-p/790424#M19751) suggests setting `browser.fixup.alternate.enabled to disabled` to be a working solution
**Steps Involved** [Source](https://support.mozilla.org/t5/Learn-the-Basics-get-started/Search-the-web-from-the-address-bar/ta-p/645)
* Turning off Domain Guessing
+ In the address bar, type `about:config` and press `Enter`
+ The `about:config` "This might void your warranty!" warning page may appear. Click I'll be careful, I promise! to continue to the `about:config page`. (There's no warranty with Mozilla so I suppose this is to just a warning joke)
+ In the Search field, type `fixup`.Double-click the `browser.fixup.alternate.enabled` preference to set its value to false.
* Changing the prefix (to `www` )
+ In the `about:config page`, double-click the `browser.fixup.alternate.prefix`
+ In the pop up menu enter `www.` ( if that doesn't help try `www` without `.` )
This is perhaps what was suggested in [comment](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/10913/wbogacz)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: >
> 1)Go Wireless Network connections Status.
>
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> 2)Properties
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> 3)Networking
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> 4)Configure
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After doing this there was error DHCP not there , I gave auto fix in windows.
And all websites started working.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/10 | 404 | 1,432 | <issue_start>username_0: My Samsung Galaxy S6 fast charging cable has broken and I was wondering whether I needed to buy a cable specifically for fast charging, or just a regular media cable.
The fast charging plug socket isn't broken, it's just the cable.<issue_comment>username_1: You'll want a quality cable, but the important part is the fast charging adapter itself, and if that's not broken or anything then you should be able to use any good quality cable.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Fast charging is not related to the cable - the circuitry is in the adapter and device. That said you need to buy a cable that can carry higher amperage , allowing fast charging speed ( cable per se doesn't increase the speed but because it permits more power, speed is increased)
Thicker the cable, better it is ( thicker cables have lower AWG number )
Go in for a cable like
[Tronsmart cables](http://www.amazon.in/Tronsmart-Compatible-Charging-transfer-Motorolla/dp/B01CCQHGUG?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00) at a price comparable with budget cables. These are 20 AWG thickness for charging (provide best charging) 28 AWG for data (thinner thickness doesn't affect data transfer speeds)
For technical details of a good quality cable see my answer [here](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/134970/131553)
I am not affiliated with the product- a very satisfied user
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/10 | 1,338 | 4,681 | <issue_start>username_0: I am trying to create a task which automatically disables mobile hotspot (tethering) when no device is connected.
I successfully created similar tasks for bluetooth and wifi, however wifi mobile hotspot I seem not to able to get information on how to check if there are clients currently connected or when no client is connected.
I researched a bit, a got a hint that this code :
```
ip neigh show dev wlan0 | grep -i -e reachable -e delay | grep
```
can give information on clients currently connected to hotspot.
This was the output in terminal:
```
u0_a209@hws8701:/ $ su
-i -e reachable -e delay | grep -o' ..\:..\:..' <
unknown option -- usage: grep [-abcDEFGHhIiJLlmnOoPqRSsUVvwxZz] [-A num] [-B num] [-C[num]]
[-e pattern] [-f file] [--binary-files=value] [--color=when]
[-e pattern] [-f file] [--binary-files=value] [--color=when]
[--context[=num]] [--directories=action] [--label] [--line-buffered]
[pattern] [file ...]
[1] + Done ip neigh show dev wlan0 |
Stopped (signal) grep -i -e reachable -e delay |
Done (2) grep -o" ..\\:..\\:.."
2|root@hws8701:/ #
```
however I don’t know how to manipulate this code to get more useful information to create a variable for *zero clients connected*.<issue_comment>username_1: I have found a partially working solution to the question.
You will see why I say partial:
**Here is the task for mobile hotspot auto-switch off e.g Hotspot Control**
* A1: Code >> Run Shell >> [Command:`ip -s -s neigh flush all`] *(Clear ARP cache)*
* A2: Task >> Wait [Time: 15 Seconds] *(Wait for connected devices to ping back)*
* A3: Code >> Run Shell >> [Command: `ip neigh show dev wlan0` (Store Output in: `%Clients` Store errors in: `%Error`)]
* A4: Task >> If [Condition : `%Clients` isn't set] *(no device connected)*
* A5: Net >> WiFi Tether >> [Set: Off]
* A6: Task >> Else *(don't turn off mobile hotspot)*
* A7: Task >> Stop
* A8: Variables >> Variable Clear [Name: `%Clients`]
* A9: Task >> End If
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/pDmrj.png)
Screenshot (click image for larger variant)
Now for the profile/trigger I ran into small problems eventually I decided to try this as beta:
**First**
* State >> Variables >> Variable Value [Conditions: `%Tether` ~ \* wifi\* ] (If wifi tethering is active)
Entry Task: Hotspot Control
Exit Task : Anonymous task (Set WiFi Tether Off)
**Alternative profile**
* Time >> 5 minutes
* Variable value: `%Error` is set *(i.e Check if no device is connected to hotspot every 5 minutes)*
**Limitations**
* The task works perfectly (i.e it automatically turns off hotspot when no device is connected) but at first instance only.
Once the `%Clients` variable is populated, subsequent triggers won't work even though I explicity included variable clear function (`Action 8` above)
* I couldn't find a suitable profile but for the meantime the first profile works although buggy sometimes.
Iam still trying to find the best (non-buggy) way of doing this, so I just put this as a partial solution, I am still waiting for better answers therefore
I will not accept it:)
**Special credits and gratitude**
This work was hugely inspired by [user341464](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/134791/341464), [Squidly](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/113090/squidly) and [Firelord](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/96277/firelord) (I had to learn from their tutorials, and make slight adjustments to meet specific needs but its not perfect yet)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I know this is an old thread, but i did not find any solution anywhere when i wanted. So just posting the solution for other enthusiasts.
Ok so i just added a time profile with 5mins interval (choose the time which suits you better) as the trigger.
I added a new task with actions as follows:
**A1:-**
```
Code > Run Shell
Command: ip neigh show dev wlan0
Store Output In: %ipneigh
Store Errors In: %ipneigherr
Continue Task after error: Yes
```
**A2:-**
```
Net > Wifi Tether
Set: Off
IF:
%ipneigh !~ *REACHABLE* AND
%ipneigh !~ *STALE* AND
%ipneigh !~ *PROBE* AND
%ipneigh !~ *DELAY*
```
**PS**: I don't know the workings of `ip neigh` command. I implemented this by shear trial and error. But It works for me and i am not sure of any bugs yet. Will update with edits if i encounter or anyone comments with any.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/10 | 1,076 | 3,859 | <issue_start>username_0: This question is not very technical but I had to ask it somewhere, and this was a promising place to get answers. Please help.
I have to provide Educational-Tablets to High-School Students. We want to make sure that those tablets are not misused and only 2 application (developed by us) run on the tablet. I went through many MDM (Mobile Device Management) solutions but none seemed promising. Is there any way (Any Android Native Functionality) to ensure the "Single Purpose Use" of the Tablet?<issue_comment>username_1: I have found a partially working solution to the question.
You will see why I say partial:
**Here is the task for mobile hotspot auto-switch off e.g Hotspot Control**
* A1: Code >> Run Shell >> [Command:`ip -s -s neigh flush all`] *(Clear ARP cache)*
* A2: Task >> Wait [Time: 15 Seconds] *(Wait for connected devices to ping back)*
* A3: Code >> Run Shell >> [Command: `ip neigh show dev wlan0` (Store Output in: `%Clients` Store errors in: `%Error`)]
* A4: Task >> If [Condition : `%Clients` isn't set] *(no device connected)*
* A5: Net >> WiFi Tether >> [Set: Off]
* A6: Task >> Else *(don't turn off mobile hotspot)*
* A7: Task >> Stop
* A8: Variables >> Variable Clear [Name: `%Clients`]
* A9: Task >> End If
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/pDmrj.png)
Screenshot (click image for larger variant)
Now for the profile/trigger I ran into small problems eventually I decided to try this as beta:
**First**
* State >> Variables >> Variable Value [Conditions: `%Tether` ~ \* wifi\* ] (If wifi tethering is active)
Entry Task: Hotspot Control
Exit Task : Anonymous task (Set WiFi Tether Off)
**Alternative profile**
* Time >> 5 minutes
* Variable value: `%Error` is set *(i.e Check if no device is connected to hotspot every 5 minutes)*
**Limitations**
* The task works perfectly (i.e it automatically turns off hotspot when no device is connected) but at first instance only.
Once the `%Clients` variable is populated, subsequent triggers won't work even though I explicity included variable clear function (`Action 8` above)
* I couldn't find a suitable profile but for the meantime the first profile works although buggy sometimes.
Iam still trying to find the best (non-buggy) way of doing this, so I just put this as a partial solution, I am still waiting for better answers therefore
I will not accept it:)
**Special credits and gratitude**
This work was hugely inspired by [user341464](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/134791/341464), [Squidly](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/113090/squidly) and [Firelord](https://android.stackexchange.com/users/96277/firelord) (I had to learn from their tutorials, and make slight adjustments to meet specific needs but its not perfect yet)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I know this is an old thread, but i did not find any solution anywhere when i wanted. So just posting the solution for other enthusiasts.
Ok so i just added a time profile with 5mins interval (choose the time which suits you better) as the trigger.
I added a new task with actions as follows:
**A1:-**
```
Code > Run Shell
Command: ip neigh show dev wlan0
Store Output In: %ipneigh
Store Errors In: %ipneigherr
Continue Task after error: Yes
```
**A2:-**
```
Net > Wifi Tether
Set: Off
IF:
%ipneigh !~ *REACHABLE* AND
%ipneigh !~ *STALE* AND
%ipneigh !~ *PROBE* AND
%ipneigh !~ *DELAY*
```
**PS**: I don't know the workings of `ip neigh` command. I implemented this by shear trial and error. But It works for me and i am not sure of any bugs yet. Will update with edits if i encounter or anyone comments with any.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/13 | 499 | 1,927 | <issue_start>username_0: [](https://i.stack.imgur.com/hJS3T.png)
I uninstalled the Google Play Games app on my phone to get rid of the other annoying prompt, but now I'm left with this one. Is it possible to remove the prompt shown above?<issue_comment>username_1: **No**, some games as well as some apps need the Google Play Games and Google Play Services' latest version. So it may ask you to update or use to authenticate.
The entire data of the game is stored in your mobile and Google server. The game maker's server didn't store any score or data. So it needs you to install Play Services not only for this but also to use some API calls to your account info.
You cannot remove it.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: It's really frustrating to see that pop-up every time we play a game.
There's a solution if You've a rooted phone with Xposed installed in it.
It's a Xposed module which will stop that pop-up.
Be careful if not rooted.
Link - [No Play Games - Xposed Module](http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.fifsource.android.noplaygames)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Tell the game developer to correct his sign in algorithm. If the game prompts for Play Games install, the developer set it to prompt for it. It is an extra command to give to let you see this prompt.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: Not all apps depend on Google Play installation, despite asking for it. If I press Cancel when the prompt pops up, the game still loads and I'm able to play. But I can't get rid of the pop-up. It disappeared after a long while of ignoring it on other apps, but this new game just keeps asking for it. It also loads and I'm able to play.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: I went into Androud Notifucations menu and dusabled notifications from the Google Play Store and that did the trick for me.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/13 | 615 | 2,300 | <issue_start>username_0: So I had a random reboot while debugging apps with android studio and after that device doesnt boot past Google logo. Factory reset and cache wipe do not help.
Eventually I found this guide <https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bz6x7k-VkpUJRjl6WjRhVmdXU0E/view>. But The problem is that I can't complete step 16 because device is enrolled in Adnroid beta program so there is no public image available that I need (NPG05F). I've found <https://developer.android.com/preview/download-712.html> but there is no Nexus 6P image listed for some reason. Will it be added soon?
Device OS is 7.1.2 (angler/NPG05F)
So is there anything I can do to get my device back?<issue_comment>username_1: **No**, some games as well as some apps need the Google Play Games and Google Play Services' latest version. So it may ask you to update or use to authenticate.
The entire data of the game is stored in your mobile and Google server. The game maker's server didn't store any score or data. So it needs you to install Play Services not only for this but also to use some API calls to your account info.
You cannot remove it.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: It's really frustrating to see that pop-up every time we play a game.
There's a solution if You've a rooted phone with Xposed installed in it.
It's a Xposed module which will stop that pop-up.
Be careful if not rooted.
Link - [No Play Games - Xposed Module](http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.fifsource.android.noplaygames)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Tell the game developer to correct his sign in algorithm. If the game prompts for Play Games install, the developer set it to prompt for it. It is an extra command to give to let you see this prompt.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: Not all apps depend on Google Play installation, despite asking for it. If I press Cancel when the prompt pops up, the game still loads and I'm able to play. But I can't get rid of the pop-up. It disappeared after a long while of ignoring it on other apps, but this new game just keeps asking for it. It also loads and I'm able to play.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: I went into Androud Notifucations menu and dusabled notifications from the Google Play Store and that did the trick for me.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/13 | 398 | 1,532 | <issue_start>username_0: I recently got a new phone, a Landvo XM100 Plus. It sometimes reboots randomly which doesn't bother me much, but what's annoying is that it keeps setting the system language to German.
I did not have these issues on my old phone (Samsung Galaxy S3), and I don't have the problem when there is no SIM Card inserted. However, I'm using the same SIM that I used in my old phone, so I'm really confused as to what is going on.
I tried googling the issue and I ended up at a few different boards with everyone basically scratching their heads.
Could it be the custom ROM the manufacturer uses? I don't quite want to flash my phone with a different OS right now since I still got a warranty.
Any ideas?<issue_comment>username_1: For my device it stopped reverting the language settings after I ticked 'Keypad' in Settings -> Wake-Up Sources, not sure if you have that option depends on android OS version probably.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I just went and got a new sim and it fixed the problem
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_3: I disabled secure start up.
I guess secure start up uses the default keyboard (instead of SwiftKey that I normally uses) and that the language of the default keyboard depends on the sim card.
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/9QBSX.png)
(Click to enlarge)
I am using a cubot power (cheap Chinese crap) with a Thai and a Danish sim card. Before the fix, the language changed to Danish every time I rebooted
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/13 | 275 | 1,062 | <issue_start>username_0: Whenever I close and reopen Chrome it automatically restores the last session. How do I stop it, so that on reopen it should open homepage instead of last session?
I'm using Android Marshmallow and my Chrome version is the latest one (updated today).<issue_comment>username_1: This was possible in earlier versions but from Chrome version 51 onwards, it is not possible as it *designed* to open in last session instead of home page
I couldn't find any workaround for rooted devices on net
**[Source](https://productforums.google.com/d/msg/chrome/aMkxSvV8s78/8MbnST7cBAAJ)**
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Instead of closing Chrome close all the pages that are open. It looks like a square with a number in it on my phone, next to the address bar, at the top of the screen.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: On Chrome close all but one page, set the address as "about:blank" (without the quotes and then form the menu select "Add to home screen". You can then open that with no embarrasment! lol
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/13 | 829 | 3,325 | <issue_start>username_0: I use Republic Wireless so the majority of my voice calls are VoIP.
I use a call recording app to help me recall conversations after the fact. But in order for it to work, I have to turn off wifi and make the call over the cell network.
The recording app made me acknowledge that I understand that no app can record VoIP calls.
Question: why is cell recording allowed, but not VoIP. Is it the OS limitation? Is it for security? Is it a legal reason?<issue_comment>username_1: >
> ....why is cell recording allowed,...
>
>
>
AFAIK call recording is not a feature of stock Android, though certain OEMs and custom ROMs enable it or can be done using apps. I guess legal restrictions is the reason for not enabling this feature, as call recording laws widely vary
**VOIP recording** is quite different from voice recording
Firstly, it is possible:
* App recording VOIP calls is possible, see [Call Recorder - IntCall](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.GG.CallRecorder) for instance. There may be others too
* Non app based services that record VOIP calls seem to be more - [Dingtone](http://www.dingtone.me/), for example
What is *common* for VOIP recording and *different* from voice recording is that VOIP recording is done when it is routed through **the servers provided by the app** (see description in both links above). Ordinary voice recording is not bound by such limitations and can be natively record if enabled on device
[Call Recording Software Wiki](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Call-recording_software)
>
> [VoIP Recording](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VoIP_recording)
> is usually restricted to streaming media recorders or software developed by the softphone or IP PBX creator. There are also solutions which use packet capture technology to passively record VoIP phone calls on the LAN.
>
>
>
Since VOIP is using data packets to transmit voice, these packets need to be *actively or passively sniffed* ( see wiki above for details) and this requires dedicated setup unlike voice recording ( which can be done natively on phone (if enabled) or using apps ). Hence, VOIP recording is not simple to implement on device like voice recording- a technology constraint
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Please don't misguide. VOIP recording isn't possible due to sound Input device restriction. If a VOIP is working it occupies the "sound input device", as a result recorders will fail to record. It is simple as that. No other guesses.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: Please don't misguide? I guess the one misguiding is you. If you call through the sip protocol, then you can use CSipSimple. In call options, you can activate the call recording feature. It works just fine.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_4: VoIP calls cannot be recorded as of now in Android.
Normal Calls dont use microphone so another app can acquire microphone and record the conversation.
But in VoIP calls, the app would be using the microphone so another app cannot acquire, if it tries it fails with an error. If the recorder app tries to acquire microphone before the VoIP call then during the call the other side will not be able to hear anything.
So bottom line is, there is no such app as of now to record VoIP calls in Android.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/14 | 277 | 1,038 | <issue_start>username_0: From times in times, when I unlock my screen comes up an automatic installation attempt, blocked by my settings (block from unknown sources). I would like to know if this app, called **Calculator Exchange** is a safe one to install.
KitKat 4.4.2
Z4
Thanks a lot in advance.
<NAME><issue_comment>username_1: If an app prompts always, it is not safe to install.
It is an ad by any of the app in your phone and it may or may not be a malicious app.
If that app is from playstore, it is less vulnerable but it is directly from an apk. So it is highly vulnerable.
Go to filemanager, search by possible keywords, find and delete the apk file.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Your device might be infected with **virus** that is actually trying to install the app **Calculator Exchange**. So I strongly recommend you to take **backup** of you data such as contacts,photos,videos,etc., and [Reset your device to Factory settings](https://support.google.com/android-one/answer/6088915?hl=en)
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/14 | 280 | 1,087 | <issue_start>username_0: My friend accidentally deleted his Google Play Store app. It is a Samsung phone. I don't know much about android because I use apple.
I clicked on settings --> app manager. It shows that Google Play Services is still running.
1. Does this mean the phone is jailbroken? How can someone delete a system app?
2. How can I get this app back?<issue_comment>username_1: If an app prompts always, it is not safe to install.
It is an ad by any of the app in your phone and it may or may not be a malicious app.
If that app is from playstore, it is less vulnerable but it is directly from an apk. So it is highly vulnerable.
Go to filemanager, search by possible keywords, find and delete the apk file.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Your device might be infected with **virus** that is actually trying to install the app **Calculator Exchange**. So I strongly recommend you to take **backup** of you data such as contacts,photos,videos,etc., and [Reset your device to Factory settings](https://support.google.com/android-one/answer/6088915?hl=en)
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/14 | 789 | 3,193 | <issue_start>username_0: In connection with my [previous problem](https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/170974/high-unstability-of-phone-internal-memory), I want to dedicate part of my memory card to the condition of the internal memory using the application Link2SD. I know that I should create a second partition "for the apps". So I have questions about the process of partitioning (to be sure that I won't break something, or I won't do something that I won't be able to reverse):
**1. To make the partitioning should I deallocate (remove) the main partition (G or another letter, NTFS logical), then create the first partition (G, Primary, FAT32), then create a second partition (Primary, ext2)?**
**2. Can I reverse the above process? By simply remove the two partitions and return to one big partition (G, NTFS logical)?**
**3. In the Android's filesystem, files from memory cards are available at the path /storage/extSdcard/. Will after partitioning the path will be still available or changed?**
**4. I have a strange path /storage/sdcard0/. For what it is responsible? Will the partitioning can change this folder?**<issue_comment>username_1: I can't speak to all of your questions, but please realize that any repartitioning is 100% destructive of the data. So, yes, you can break your single-partition SD card into two partitions, but the single-partition data will all be erased as part of the repartitioning. Again, if you choose to combine two partitions full of data back into one all of it will be erased. There is no non-destructive way to join them back or break them apart. While the partition changes are completely reversable the data on those partitions will be gone unless backed up elsewhere.
I wasn't sure if you were totally aware of that from your question, so I thought it best to make sure you understand that part of things.
As far as item #4, /storage/sdcard0 is your internal storage. It's not really an SD card at all, which can be a little confusing as to why they named it in that way.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Basically your approach is sound, with some minor adjustments I'd suggest:
1. You could do that. But it would be easier to simply *shrink* the existing partition. Using the right tools, that would even keep the data.
2. Of course you can, but you'd lose the data from one of the partitions: Simply remove one partition, and resize the remaining one to fill the entire card. But do NOT use NTFS :) It must be FAT then again, as it was before partitioning.
3. Depends on your device/ROM. If `/extSdcard` was, before repartitioning, the place you found the external card, after repartitioning you should find the first partition there. If not, simply use a terminal app (or `adb shell`) and issue the command `mount` (or, possibly easier, `df`) to list all mounted partitions and find where it went to. Should be the only one using FAT, so easy to tell ;)
4. That "strange path" points to your *internal* SD card. In case you wonder what then `/sdcard` is pointing to: to `/storage/sdcard0/` (it's a so-called [symlink](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Symbolic_link "Wikipedia: Symbolic link")).
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/14 | 234 | 1,041 | <issue_start>username_0: There are apps like TeamViewer where you can control a pc remotely, my question is if it's possible to use mouse and keyboard otg on the android device to actually control the desktop pc?, like if you were in front of it.<issue_comment>username_1: I've been using Splashtop (another remote desktop app, just like TeamViewer), and mouse & keyboard works just fine, but definitely not exactly like you're "in front of it". It can recognize right clicks (Android can't natively), but lots of common shortcut keys like Alt+Tab or Win+\* are absent, not necessarily because the software can't support it, but because they already have a purpose in Android itself and that's of higher priority. For example, Alt+Tab actually switches apps on the Android device, instead of the remote one.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: You can use an external keyboard and external mouse in teamviewer, you can right click, left click but can't alt+tab, it switches Android apps to another Android app.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/15 | 498 | 1,870 | <issue_start>username_0: I am coming to Android from Windows Phone and trying to replicate my old experience, which included showing my next appointment on the home screen. I understand there are things called widgets that can do this. My problem is that every widget I've tried shows my "Google Calendar" (which seems to consist in its entirety of public holidays) rather than the events in my Outlook calendar. I've installed Outlook on the phone and if I click the Calendar icon at the bottom, I see the events. But how do I get those to show up in the widgets?<issue_comment>username_1: There are tons of [calendar widget apps you can download from the Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/search?q=calendar%20widget&c=apps&hl=en), and a lot of them you can choose which of your personal calendars to display. There are also plenty of apps that just show agenda content- like your next appointment in a nice text widget.
Personally, what I use is [Kustom Widget](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.kustom.widget&hl=en), where you can make your own agenda widget.
(Click image to enlarge)
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/DYxoQ.jpg)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: I was never able to make any of the "top" calendar widgets, including those recommended here, show my Outlook calendar. They just showed my empty Gmail calendar or Google calendar or whatever.
**However** I eventually discovered, way down at the bottom of the widgets list, that there was already an Outlook widget installed and waiting for me:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/SfsSh.png)
Putting the Outlook Agenda on my "desktop" does exactly what I want:
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/o9EqH.png)
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer] |
2017/03/16 | 327 | 1,069 | <issue_start>username_0: I have the formula `B6=((A6/A4)*B4)+A2` and I want to copy it throughout the rest of the column so that:
`B7=((A7/A4)*B4)+A2`,`B8=((A8/A4)*B4)+A2`, and so on. I know how I would do this on a computer but I do not have access to one. Any help?<issue_comment>username_1: 1. Tap on your formula `B6=((A6/A4)*B4)+A2` to select it, then tap
another time to select `COPY`
2. Tap on the column name `B` to select the whole column, then tap
again on it to `PASTE` the formula.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: This worked for me:
1. Make at least two cells with continuing formula
2. Copy the two cells, and the paste in the next two cells and then repeat with four cells.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: This approach is for when you don't want to paste the formula on the whole column.
1. Tap on the cell containing the formula to select it, then tap again and select COPY
2. Select all the cells you'll want to paste the formula then tap on any of the selected cells
3. Select PASTE SPECIAL, then select PASTE FORMULA ONLY.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/16 | 243 | 1,053 | <issue_start>username_0: How do I delete 1 googled account on two phones?
One google email on two phones with different phone numbers how doI delete without losing apps.<issue_comment>username_1: Go to settings -> Accounts -> service provider(google or whatever it is) -> click on account -> click on the 3 dots at top -> remove this account
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Go to Settings > Personal > Accounts > Google > select account that you want to delete > menu(top right) > Remove account
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: One can remove Google Account from a device without any loss of apps installed.
However it is necessary to add atleast one Google Account in a device to enable downloading apps from playstore or using any Google App within the device.
To remove - Open Settings/Accounts/Google
Tap on Google account you want to remove and tap 3 dots on the upper right corner of the screen. Choose 'Remove Account'.
And remember to add an Google Account if you don't have any logged in after removing existing one.
Upvotes: 2 |
2017/03/16 | 519 | 2,001 | <issue_start>username_0: I updated my Huawei P9 today and Google's gboard got turned on by default, and it won't allow me to disable it.
Usually I can switch from Japanese to Korean/English and back, now everytime I want to switch, it goes Japanese to Gboard to Korean to Gboard and back.<issue_comment>username_1: 1. Disable your virtual keyboards.
2. If you are on Windows and have knowledge about using adb, then from CMD shell launch:
```
adb shell am start com.android.settings/.inputmethod.InputMethodAndSubtypeEnablerActivity
```
3. Untick "Use system language"
4. Select the keyboards you want.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: Here is the method to disable GBoard on stock Android phones (Steps for Huawei phones should be pretty similar)
1. Go into Settings and tap on Apps
2. Locate GBoard from the list of apps and tap on it
3. On the next screen tap on the Disable button
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_3: You can download another keyboard app from Google Play Store or elsewhere then go to **Setting > Language and Input**.
There, you can see your default or Gboard and the keyboard app you just installed. Now you can just click on default keyboard and click on the keyboard you want.
Upvotes: -1 <issue_comment>username_4: As far as I can see from the screenshot you dont have any other keyboard enabled except for Gboard. And Android wont allow you to have "no keyboard". Enable the Huawei keyboard and then you will probably be able to disable the Gboard.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: 0. Open a terminal (either through `adb shell` or just on your device).
1. Get super user privileges: `su`
2. Disable gboard with the package manager: `pm disable com.google.android.inputmethod.latin`
This worked on a Huawei P10 Lite. Not exactly a P9 as you have, but maybe it works for you as well.
I haven't tried without super user access, maybe it also works on vendor-owned devices if you skip the `su` command.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/16 | 974 | 3,645 | <issue_start>username_0: How can I extract individual files from a backup created with TWRP? I’ve come across [this answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/128260/116537), which is about extracting an APK from the system partition. However, I want to extract files from `/data`, which gets split across several files in the backup.<issue_comment>username_1: The files created by TWRP with a `*.win` or `*.win???` extension are tar archives. If a partition gets split across multiple files, each is a tar archive in its own right.
There is a slight difference, depending on the TWRP version used to create the backup. The watershed seems to be 3.2.\* or before.
**If the backup was created with an older version:**
The files are in standard TAR format which any Unix-like OS should understand. Simply rename each file, giving it a `.tar` extension, and open it in your favorite archive tool (Engrampa on Ubuntu MATE has worked well for this).
**If the backup was created with a recent version:**
The file format uses custom TAR extensions, which the standard tar tools cannot process, see <https://github.com/TeamWin/Team-Win-Recovery-Project/issues/1472>. You need to extract the file with TWRP’s own flavor of `tar`:
* If the backup is no longer on the device, copy the required file back. (Should work on any device with TWRP, regardless of where the backup was created.)
* Boot into TWRP.
* `adb shell` into the device.
* `cd` to a folder where you want to store your extracted files (I recommend creating a temporary one, extracting files there and then copying them to their intended destination – gives you some security against accidentally overwriting parts of your filesystem).
* Extract those files with TWRP’s custom tar build:
+ `tar -tvf data.ext4.win000` will list all files in that particular backup archive (use `grep` to search for something particular).
+ `tar -xvf data.ext4.win000 path/to/file` will extract the specified file. In my case, TAR removed the leading `/` from file names and placed the extracted file in the current folder, with the path appended.
Another option would be to build TWRP’s custom tar tool on a system of your choice, then do the extraction on that system.
Upvotes: 4 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Try [BinWalk](https://github.com/devttys0/binwalk), it's a fast, easy to use tool for analyzing, reverse engineering, and extracting firmware images. and for more information take a look at this [Quick-Start-Guide](https://github.com/devttys0/binwalk/wiki/Quick-Start-Guide).
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: `cat data.ext4.win??? | tar xvfi -`
What this does is concatenate each file matching the pattern `data.ext4.win???` and then pipe the concatenated files to tar for extraction. the `-` as the filename tells tar to extract from stdin. The i option ignores zero blocks which will be in between each archive file concatenated.
In this example I used the ext4 formatted data partition. Change `data.ext4` to match the partition you are extracting.
Disclaimer: This has not been tested in a windows environment.
For a less hacky solution found [here](https://www.cyberciti.biz/faq/how-to-extract-multiple-tar-ball-tar-gz-files-in-directory-on-linux-or-unix/)
`for f in data.ext4.win???; do tar xvf "$f"; done`
This is a bit simpler without relying on the ignore zeros option of tar to operate properly
Edited to reflect davidgo's comment.
31-Jan-2020 Edited to reflect Code Bling's comments.
17-Feb-2021 Edited to reflect alecxs's comments.
Upvotes: 4 <issue_comment>username_4: Just extract it with winrar to a folder on desktop and that's it
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/16 | 253 | 1,032 | <issue_start>username_0: I want to access a Samsung S6 Edge that I haven't used for a long time,
so I don't care about any data on the device.
I forgot the unlock-pattern and PIN but I **never** registered any Google-Account on it.
What happens if I do a factory reset? Will there be a prompt for a Google account even if there never was one registered on the phone before? Because I don't want to get stuck on that prompt.
Or will the reset go through without any further security issues?
Or is there even a better way to access the device?<issue_comment>username_1: A factory reset will work for this issue. But you may lost your data.
I repeat you **may** loss because some cyanogen device didnot delete all data in a factory reset(including my device).
So try it.
Upvotes: 2 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_2: Factory reset doesn't give a prompt for a Google account *if there was none configured* before performing it (as in your case), or the one configured was removed. So you can try doing it.
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/16 | 543 | 2,185 | <issue_start>username_0: Does anybody know how to set everything to silent except the alarm clock? In priority only, and alarms only mode, both calendar reminders and alarm clock notifications make the phone vibrate. If I set it to full silent both are silenced.
Currently I'm using the business calendar app
I'd like to configure the calendar to only notificate in priority mode and not in alarms only mode.
(The problem I'm having is full day calendar appointments make my phone vibrate at midnight.)<issue_comment>username_1: You can try to achieve this by automation. I prefer [MacroDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arlosoft.macrodroid) being easy to learn and free
I don't have Nougat , so can't test it. I also recall reading that *dnd* mode is behaviour is different compared to Marshmallow ( and don't remember how), so this may need further tweaking based on your revert
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/uyq7Xm.jpg)
The way I understood your need and accordingly configured macro is
1. You are in Priority mode ( not alarm only )
2. Your calendar app sends a notification which needs to be seen by not heard ( select your calendar app in Trigger, in the macro I chose default calendar app)
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I eventually worked around the problem with the automate flow as pasted below. The flow however removes the ability for my calendar app to post notifications in a given time interval. Might a notification get through anyway the notification will get cancelled if the phone is in silent mode.
Just only cancelling the notification, and not removing the app ability to notificate, turned out to be too slow to prevent the phone from buzzing as was also the case with the solution with MacroDroid
[](https://i.stack.imgur.com/qrrCr.png)
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: I found that volume down until vibrate, then more options from there. One of mine I tap 'None' then either for how long or indefinitely, and my other phone has a slider icon which lets you select which to silence.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/17 | 579 | 2,059 | <issue_start>username_0: I would like to transfer my Firefox mobile bookmarks to my desktop and would prefer doing it without using Firefox sync or any cloud-based extension.
Is there a way to export Firefox for Android bookmarks to an HTML file?<issue_comment>username_1: As of 2019, Firefox for Android has no built-in support for exporting bookmarks.
However there are some workarounds/alternatives:
1. According to the ["Chosen Solution" on the Firefox Support Forum](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/questions/1218696), use [Firefox Sync for Android](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/sync-bookmarks-tabs-history-and-passwords-android) to transparently move bookmarks across devices.
2. Find an add-on (like [EverSync](https://addons.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/addon/fvd-synchronizer/)).
3. If your phone is rooted, you can [directly query your profile's database](https://gist.github.com/dogancelik/b82c6eac880eb58acd2b).
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: I do not have enough reputation to add a comment to [<NAME>'s answer](https://android.stackexchange.com/a/209142/314892) hence I am forced to add this "comment" as an answer...
Paul's "Workaround/alternative 1" (which links to the ["Chosen Solution" on the Firefox Support Forum](https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/questions/1218696)) suggests using "Firefox Sync for Android" (and yes, I do realise that the OP explicitly requested a solution that does *not* involve using Firefox Sync). This will NOT work as desired, because although you can sync your mobile bookmarks over to desktop firefox, Desktop Firefox's "Export Bookmarks to HTML" [does NOT "export mobile bookmarks when exporting as HTML"](https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=1419545) (note that bug is almost 3 years old now).
For anyone who do not object to using Firefox Sync, either:
1. sync from android to desktop, then export to .json, or
2. sync from android to desktop, copy or move your bookmarks from "Mobile Bookmarks" to "Other Bookmarks, and then "Export Bookmarks to HTML".
HTH.
Upvotes: 1 |
2017/03/17 | 2,570 | 8,490 | <issue_start>username_0: Just got a new Android 7.0 Nougat phone , and only major gripe so far is
disappearance of the Wi-Fi-hotspot timeout setting .
This is probably the same issue as
:
<https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/168549/hotspot-timeout-setting-gone-in-7-1-nougat>
, but it did start with 7.0, not 7.1 , and since no-one has answered that
question, I thought I might as well try.
The Hotspot seems to time out after 1-2 mins of inactivity, I think
corresponding to the device going to sleep, requiring me to restart
ISC `dhclient` & `wpa_supplicant` manually to re-connect.
The Hotspot goes to sleap due to inactivity much sooner than the DHCP lease
it has given out expires.
I have WiFi Settings → Advanced 'On during sleep ( ALWAYS )' enabled.
But I do not need to enable WiFi to enable the WiFi-Hotspot (IP Tethering over WiFi, acting as an Access Point for my laptop), so
I do not see many WiFi settings, and do not know if any WiFi setting
would take effect if WiFi is disabled. I thought one enables WiFi only
to connect as terminal of another Access Point, not when providing an AP?
It does work, and used to work reliably & long-term in Android 4.2.2 with
appropriate timeout settings, but now with no timeout setting it is highly unreliable and I have to keep waking up the device to use the internet via
Hotspot - or disable sleep mode entirely and drain the battery very quickly.
Another reason to try and root the phone, which is also made much harder by 7.0.
It could be something to do with :
`/etc/hostapd/hostapd_default.conf` :
````
# Station inactivity limit
#
# If a station does not send anything in ap_max_inactivity seconds, an
# empty data frame is sent to it in order to verify whether it is
# still in range. If this frame is not ACKed, the station will be
# disassociated and then deauthenticated. This feature is used to
# clear station table of old entries when the STAs move out of the
# range.
#
# The station can associate again with the AP if it is still in range;
# this inactivity poll is just used as a nicer way of verifying
# inactivity; i.e., client will not report broken connection because
# disassociation frame is not sent immediately without first polling
# the STA with a data frame.
# default: 300 (i.e., 5 minutes)
#ap_max_inactivity=300
````
So I need to root the phone to change this default value.
Has anyone found any workarounds ?<issue_comment>username_1: Yes, it is because of inactivity timeouts. But without rooting the device I cannot determine for sure if it is that specific `hostapd ap_max_inactivity=300` default, but I believe it is. I'm not sure if it is
the case that my Linux 4.10 x86\_64 iwlwifi driver (recently restructured) is not acting appropriately when it receives the empty data frame.
But, I think it is really not in for Android to decide to prevent users from setting this parameter anymore, when it used to let them in previous versions.
The fix is, of course, to start a 'ping monitor daemon', like this shell script on the AP client host (Linux in my case):
```
#!/usr/bin/bash
declare -i wpm_should_exit=0;
function wpm_exit()
{ wpm_should_exit=1;
}
function wlan_ping_monitor()
{ trap 'wpm_exit' HUP INT QUIT TERM;
local the_IF="$1";
declare -i ok=1 i=0;
def_router=$(ip route show default 2>/dev/null |\
sed -rn \
'/^default[[:space:]]via/{s/^.*via[[:space:]]+'\
'//;s/[[:space:]].*$//;p}'); # join above lines!
if [ x == x"$def_router" ]; then
echo "$FUNCNAME: default router is not set. Nothing to do." >&2;
return 1;
fi
kernel_org=$(host www.kernel.org | sed -rn \
'/has[[:space:]]+address/{s/^.*address' \
'[[:space:]]'//;p}'); # join above lines!
if [ x = x"$kernel_org" ]; then
echo "$FUNCNAME: Unable to resolve kernel.org -"\
" must be able to ping an internet host." >&2;
return 1;
fi
logger -p user.info "$FUNCNAME : started.";
sleep 60;
while ((0 == wpm_should_exit)); do
((ok=0));
for (( i=0; i < 3 ; i+=1 )); do
if /usr/bin/ping -n -q -c 2 -W 8 $kernel_org >/dev/null 2>&1 || \
/usr/bin/ping -n -q -c 2 -W 4 $def_router >/dev/null 2>&1; \
then ((ok=1)); break 1 ; fi
logger -p daemon.error \
"$FUNCNAME: ping $def_router or $kernel_org failed.";
sleep 1;
done
if (( ok == 0 )); then
logger -p daemon.error \
"$FUNCNAME"': interface '"$the_IF"\
' is down. Could not ping '$def_router' or '$kernel_org\
'. Restarting Network...' ;
/etc/init.d/network restart || break;
((ok=1));
sleep 60;
else
sleep 8;
fi
done
logger -p daemon.error "$FUNCNAME: restarting network failed.";
rm -vf $PID_FILE;
}
declare -i status=0;
case "$0" in
(\*${BASH_SOURCE})
wlan_ping_monitor ;
status=$?;
;;
esac
((status==0));
```
For completeness, here is *daemon.sh*, with which the above script
is invoked by '/etc/init.d/network start':
```
PID_FILE=/run/wlan_ping_monitor.pid \
daemon /etc/init.d/wlan_ping_monitor.sh
```
Missing is only the 'setpgid' and 'noctty' bash built-ins, which does:
```
setpgid( pid = getpid(), pid );
```
and
```
ioctl(0, TIOCSCTTY , 0 );
```
But, they are not strictly necessary to test - just remove / comment out -
these built-ins are easy to write & available on request. They must be
built-ins, not programs, because they must effect the current process.
One weird thing about the ping script is that it **must** send a packet
out to the WAN internet to reset the inactivity timer - it is not
enough to simply ping the phone , which can fail to respond to ICMP
packets within 4 seconds while still passing through pings to the WAN.
```
#!/usr/bin/bash
. /usr/lib64/bash-${BASH_VERSION}_loadables/load.sh
if [ ! -v N_DAEMONS ]; then
declare -xi N_DAEMONS=0;
fi
if [ ! -v TMPDIR ]; then
declare -x TMPDIR=/tmp;
fi
if [ ! -v USER ]; then
declare -x USER=$(whoami);
fi
declare -i daemon_status=0;
function daemon()
{ export \
PID_FILE=${PID_FILE:-${TMPDIR}/${USER}- daemon-${N_DAEMONS}.pid};
declare -xi N_DAEMONS=0;
if [[ "$PID_FILE" =~ ^(.*)[\.][pP][iI][dD]$ ]]; then
export PID_FILE="${BASH_REMATCH[1]}";
fi
while [ -f "$PID_FILE".pid ]; do
((N_DAEMONS+=1));
export PID_FILE="${PID_FILE%-\*}-${N_DAEMONS}";
done
export PID_FILE="${PID_FILE}.pid" LOG_FILE="${PID_FILE}.log";
echo "daemon: PID_FILE: $PID_FILE LOG_FILE: $LOG_FILE" >&2;
declare -i checkjobs_enabled=0;
if shopt -q checkjobs; then
((checkjobs_enabled=1));
shopt -u checkjobs;
fi
trap "" CHLD HUP TERM QUIT EXIT ERR;
{ tty=$(ps -o 'tty=' -p $BASHPID 2>/dev/null);
{ trap "-" CHLD HUP TERM QUIT EXIT ERR;
if [ x != x$tty ] && [ -e /dev/$tty ]; then
noctty < /dev/$tty || :; # another built-in -just comment out
fi
setpgid;
echo "$BASHPID" > "$PID_FILE";
declare -a ps=($(cat /proc/${BASHPID}/stat));
if [ x != x"${ps[3]}" ] && [ "${ps[3]}" != 1 ] && \
[ -d /proc/${ps[3]} ] ; then
echo 'DAEMON: '${ps[3]}' : '$(readlink \
/proc/${ps[3]}/exe) >&2;
fi
exec "$@" ${LOG_FILE} 2>&1 ;
} &
exit $?; # our child becomes child of init
}&
declare -i ok=$?;
trap "-" CHLD HUP TERM QUIT EXIT ERR;
if ((checkjobs_enabled)); then
shopt -s checkjobs;
fi
return $ok;
}
case "$0" in
(\*/${BASH_SOURCE}) ;&
(${BASH_SOURCE})
daemon "$@";
((daemon_status=$?));
;;
esac
((daemon_status==0));
```
This daemon is also killed by `/etc/init.d/network` stop (which is invoked
by 'network restart').
It is a shame that it is necessary, when simply moving from using an Android 4.2.2 phone Access Point / router to using an Android 7.0 AP, that such methods must be used by clients to maintain an 'always on' WAN internet connection through the AP.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: I solved the problem by checking if the hotspot was enabled every 30s and if it is not, enable the hot spot.
The solution is good enought for me since I wait for an external device to connect to my hotspot. Once it is connected the hotspot won't disable. I have to keep the hotspot on at all times since I don't know when the external system is going to connect to my system.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/17 | 302 | 1,133 | <issue_start>username_0: Is there any way to completely use my android phone from my PC ? I got a damaged display and touch will not work for some parts of my phone. the phone is Sony Xperia J. My phone currently have a default lock screen (sliding from left to right) as that part of touch is not working, I cannot access my phone. Please help. Android Version is 4.2.<issue_comment>username_1: The following reply needs USB Debugging option to be activated on the target device.
You can easily operate your device with [Vysor](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/vysor/gidgenkbbabolejbgbpnhbimgjbffefm), it's an Extension for Goolge Chrome.
* Refer to the link below for further details : [How to fully control your android device from any computer](https://android.gadgethacks.com/how-to/fully-control-your-android-device-from-any-computer-0164097/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can install snapPEA on your PC, and also make sure USB Device drivers are working fine.
Using snapPea you can manage the apps, music, photos, and SMS messages on your Android phone from your PC. Its free for windows.
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/17 | 251 | 922 | <issue_start>username_0: Does it take up less space to save contacts to my SIM card or device? My phone only has 8MB and I wanna do whatever saves more space.<issue_comment>username_1: The following reply needs USB Debugging option to be activated on the target device.
You can easily operate your device with [Vysor](https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/vysor/gidgenkbbabolejbgbpnhbimgjbffefm), it's an Extension for Goolge Chrome.
* Refer to the link below for further details : [How to fully control your android device from any computer](https://android.gadgethacks.com/how-to/fully-control-your-android-device-from-any-computer-0164097/)
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: You can install snapPEA on your PC, and also make sure USB Device drivers are working fine.
Using snapPea you can manage the apps, music, photos, and SMS messages on your Android phone from your PC. Its free for windows.
Upvotes: -1 |
2017/03/17 | 603 | 2,154 | <issue_start>username_0: Android is not letting me select preferred network type to LTE for my 4G SIM, because I have selected the other SIM for data. The thing is, it only lets you select LTE as preferred network for a SIM which is selected as your DATA SIM.
The problem is the 4G SIM that I have, doesn't work on any network other than LTE. So if I am using data from my other SIM (3G), the network for my 4G SIM is gone.
Is there a way around it?<issue_comment>username_1: In any 4G enabled dual SIM handset, only one slot is meant to support LTE, that is SLOT 1.
Insert your 4G SIM in SLOT 1 and 3G SIM in SLOT 2.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_2: Dual SIM phones are able to switch between SIM cards LTE support, if your data connection is used by "SIM 2" it will ba able to operate on 2G, 3G and LTE, while "SIM 1" will operate only in 2G and vice versa.
**TLDR**, SIM used for data connection will operate on 2G,3G and LTE the other SIM card will operate ONLY on 2G.
If your SIM is working on LTE Only mae sure it's the SIM used for data connection otherwise, you will not get network signal on it while your 3G sim card is used for data connection.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_3: SOLVED!!!
In my galaxy a7 (2016) running lineage os 17.1
Android 10 ROM
Suddenly one day my data switched from LTE to E
And stayed that way for hours
So I tried fixing it throw (phone information) (*#*#4363#*#*)
But it DID NOT WORK.
After a long search online for solutions I came across
One that says MANUALLY switching your other Sim that you don't use for internet to 2G then ALSO MANUALLY switching your internet Sim to LTE WILL SOLVE THE ISSUE
AND IT DID.
Without having to restart the phone, just do it and wait for a couple of minutes and it will flip to LTE
However this should happen automatically, but it might be a bug in the firmware/android
If it does not work then may be I'm tripping and my carier fixed it without telling me
Bear in mind that in my area there are probably tower maintainance going on or so I've heard so I might also be wrong
But definitely try it and if it works don't forget to write back
Thanx :D
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/17 | 1,135 | 4,092 | <issue_start>username_0: I am on Samsung Galaxy J2, rooted with TWRP flashing. I want to convert a GPS Spoofer to a system app.
I tried Link2SD and Titanium Backup, but both of them failed. I tried to move it manually, but in all 3 cases, the app is completely removed from the drawer.
Is there any method?<issue_comment>username_1: Assuming you have ROOT access, your apk file is present on Windows desktop and you are on Lollipop or lower then,
* Install [adbd Insecure](https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1687590) by ChainFire, launch it and tick the first case.
**Why should you install adbd Insecure?** -> to be able to `adb remount` on production builds.
Then from CMD Shell type:
```
adb remount
adb push c:\users\username\desktop\yourapk.apk /system/app/
adb shell
chmod 644 /system/app/yourapk.apk
adb reboot
```
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_2: SuperSU version v2.73 installed by you is systemless as confirmed by you using methods mentioned here [How to find that I am rooted with Systemless](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/166923/131553)
*Systemless* root does not permit changes to be made by you to `/system` by default. See [Systemless Root](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/132753/131553) for details. This is most likely the reason that you are unable to convert installed apps to system apps
To enable this, you have two options:
1. Follow instructions here [Enable /system write in TWRP - Systemless root](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/159947/131553) to make `/system` writable and then try to install. This should solve the problem (I am also on systemless root but made it writable following this). If this doesn't work, next option below
2. Revert to traditional root - see
[Switch over from systemless root to system (traditional) root](https://android.stackexchange.com/q/171561/131553)
Upvotes: 3 [selected_answer]<issue_comment>username_3: Although OP seems to have SuperSU installed, I am writing this answer for the users of Magisk so as to prevent near duplicate questions from spawning.
Magisk module [App Systemizer](https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/module-terminal-app-systemizer-ui-t3585851) can make any third-party app a system app systemlessly i.e. without making changes into system partition. Download it from Magisk Manager or via the link and flash it through Magisk or your custom recovery. Reboot and launch a shell using a terminal app, such as [Terminal Emulator](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jackpal.androidterm). Follow these commands:
```
su
systemize # loads the tool
1 # this would list all the third-party apps that can be systemized
ENTER_DIGIT # enter the digit corresponding to the app you want systemized
CHOOSE_LOCATION # choose the digit corresponding to /system/app or /system/priv-app
TYPE y OR n # y to reboot immediately and n to reboot later
```
After reboot your app would show up as a system app. When you get comfortable with this tool you can direct everything through a single command. Follow the module's link for usage instructions.
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_4: You can use Lucky Patcher to convert apps to system apps.
1. Open Lucky Patcher.
2. Select the app you want to move, then click Tools (if there is a dialog box that appears with a warning message, click Yes).
3. Click "Move to /system/app" (or "Move to /system/priv-app").
Another app that is also able to convert user apps to system apps is [System app remover](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jumobile.manager.systemapp&hl=en).
**Note:** Beware that Google Play Protect will warn about Lucky Patcher being harmful and will prevent you from installing it.
Upvotes: 0 <issue_comment>username_5: I had a similar problem with a few other apps. It's most likely not a problem with the root. I have Marshmallow 6.0.1. I used Link2SD.
Solution: after converting to a system app, you need to restart the phone, *wait* for a few minutes, and restart again. Do this 2-3 times then the app will appear.
Upvotes: 0 |
2017/03/17 | 876 | 3,654 | <issue_start>username_0: I'm using a VPN service, but so far I've only been using it on my computer. Now I'd like to have it on my phone as well. The service I use allow up to four simultaneous connections, so that isn't an issue. They don't have their own client for Android, but they do make config files available for download and use with any client that supports OpenVPN. I've tried [OpenVPN Connect](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.openvpn.openvpn), and it works quite well. However, whenever I switch between networks, for example when I lose my home WiFi on leaving my home, or when switching between public WiFis, it doesn't reconnect, so I have to remember to actively disconnect and reconnect.
I've tried setting up a macro in [MacroDroid](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.arlosoft.macrodroid) to automatically close OpenVPN Connect, wait for a few seconds, then reopen OpenVPN Connect, but all that does, is bring up the login screen, and I still have to manually click Connect.
My phone is rooted, and in case it matters, it's a Honor 8, FRD-L09 running EMUI 4.1. I'm not going to upgrade to 5.0 at this time, as TWRP and SuperSU have been reported not to be compatible with the EMUI 5.0 kernel. Other than that, I'm open to suggestions. I'm not afraid to play with shell scripts, as long as I have some understanding of what the script does, and with this, I have no idea how to implement it in a shell script, so if if you have such a solution, please also explain what it actually does.
EDIT: OpenVPN Connect has the ability to create shortcuts to disconnect and connect on the homescreen. I'm assuming that these shortcuts just pass arguments to the executable, telling it what to do, and what config file to use. If I knew how to find what arguments the shortcuts pass, I'd likely be able to write a shell script that I could then call from MacroDroid upon network change.<issue_comment>username_1: Try to check keeplive option in your server and client config. For example "keepalive 5 40" will send test packet every 5 seconds, and will reconnect after 40 seconds. So when you switched from Wifi to mobile internet it will reconnect after 40 sec. Of course you can use less options, 1 10...
Upvotes: 2 <issue_comment>username_2: Have you checked the Settings in OpenVPN Connect (in the burger menu, top left)? There is an option to reconnect automatically and an option to block connectivity when the VPN is offline.
However I have not tried it with multiple connections.
Upvotes: 1 <issue_comment>username_3: This seems to have been caused by either a bug or an oversight by the app developer, and it sorted itself after an update. Just make sure the OpenVPN client is recent.
Also, the following settings are worth checking.
Reconnect on reboot. Enable it unless you want to manually decide when to OpenVPN and when not to.
Seamless tunnel. Enabling it blocks all internet traffic while the VPN is (re)-connection, to avoid leaking your real IP.
Connction timeout. How long to try re-acquiring the connection if it is lost. Set this to **CONTINOUSLY RETRY** to keep trying until a connection is established. If a timeout is set, and a connection has not been established before it runs out, OpenVPN Connect will exit, and the connection will be unblocked, to let you connect unprotected until you manually restart OpenVPN Connect.
Moreover, keep in mind, that reconnect on reboot only works if OpenVPN Connect is connected when you initiate the reboot. If you manually disconnected or if you lost the connection, you need to manually reconnect after rebooting.
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