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How to get Gmail-like/non-generic notifications with stock Android app?
When I get a email notification from the stock Android Email app I just get a generic notification on the line of: +------------------------------------------+ | [Mail icon] New email | | 1 unread (Account Name) 18:34 | +------------------------------------------+...
33639
Brightness changes too frequently after I updated to 4.2
I have a Nexus 7 and after the update to Android 4.2 setting the brightness regulation to `auto` I noticed that it changes way more frequently than it used to do in the previous version of the operating system. Is there a way to have automatic brightness regulation less aggressively?
71461
Is there a way to eliminate Google Play Books / Newsstand?
I've never used Books or Newsstand, and I'm continually running out of space. Is there a way to just delete these apps? Android 4.1.2 Kernel 3.0.31-889555
6593
What system app stores the cellular network settings?
Before installing a new ROM, I backed up all data from my system apps using Titanium. I installed the new ROM, and also put in a new SIM card from a different network (so it was in on first boot-up of the new ROM). Everything worked great on the new network, until I restored my backups. The settings for the network (ma...
39401
Mobile data turns itself on again and again; could be caused by WhatsApp
My mobile data keeps turning on by itself and uses my data traffic. I think this is because of WhatsApp, but I'm not sure. Is there any other possible reason aside from WhatsApp? How should I stop it from happening? Phone: Samsung GT9100i Android Version: 4.2.1
39403
Identify the NFC tag or NFC-enabled device during transfer
I am very new to Android. I want to identify which one is enabled NFC tag or NFC-enabled device. Please provide the difference between NFC mode: * card read/write * P2P communication
39409
Decrypting HTTPS Traffic from Android Apps via Fiddler?
I am actually trying to debug all the traffic going in and out on my phone. I am using Fiddler on my PC, and ProxyDroid on my phone to do this. HTTP traffic works fine. I am able to decrypt it completely. However, with HTTPS traffic, all I get is "Tunnel to : xxx.xxx.xx.xxx:443 ". Any idea how do I decrypt the traffic ...
68398
Trouble installing custom rom on Samsung GT-P3110
Every time I try to install any custom ROM on my device I get the following error among others. E:Error in /sdcard/aokp_p3110_kitkat_unofficial_2013-12-24.zip (Status 7) Installation aborted. result was NULL, message is: assert failed: install_zip("/sdcard/aokp_p3110_kitkat_unofficial_2013-12-...
54548
Calendar and contacts sync using "Server" account type
Device: Galaxy S4 Android: 4.2.2 I have been looking through the `Settings > Accounts > Add account` menu and found there is an entry called "Server" that seems to allow you to sync calendar and contacts from a private server. Does anyone know how this works? I have tried pointing it at my OwnCloud server but cannot ...
78943
How can I root my Sony Xperia u?
I have used several one-click methods but none of them worked for me. Can anyone tell me the correct process? * Android version: 2.3.7 * model number: st25i * build number: 6.0.B.3.184
58861
Running a program as root on Android
I have followed the guide at XDA Developers for a Samsung Galaxy Note II, and used "option 2" and flashed the firmware using `heimdall flash --RECOVERY recovery.img --CACHE cache.img` in Linux. This gave me a SuperSU program, which I could execute. After executing it immediately wanted to update. I allowed it. It requi...
47433
How can I quickly remove all of my data from my device and then get it back again?
Soon, I'll have to give my phone (a non-rooted LG Nexus 4) to another person for some time. As the phone contains very sensitive information, I do not want this person to be able to access any of it. Unfortunately, I don't have data encryption turned on, so I can't just turn the device off and be sure that the other pe...
47432
Can I delete a file called 'UPDATE' in the dload folder, or will this delete the operating system?
I recently received low space warnings on my Huawei Honor so I connected my phone to the Mac and observed the files: ![Can this be deleted?](http://i.stack.imgur.com/HWigt.png) As you can see, perhaps 75% is taken up by a file called 'UPDATE' in the dload folder. Can I delete this? Is this an install file or is it the ...
47436
Strange Issue(Auto Touch) with Touch on HTC Desire X. Has anyone experienced this?
I have got a HTC Desire X about 3 months ago. I've quite enjoyed the features it comes with. For the past week or so, I have been facing with this strange issue. The touch screen acts as if it is being touched even when I am not touching the screen. First, I couldn't understand what was happening as calls were getting ...
47438
Wifi hotspot generates new mac address each time
Every time I'm gonna to use wifi hotspot on my device it generates new mac address, therefore my laptop can't remember for permanent. Every time I need to set all connections details again anad again. It's a bit annoying. Is there a way to make android generate the same mac address each time? ps. currently I'm using an...
58649
Call recording problem
I use a Samsungs Galaxy Star Pro GT-S7262 with Jelly Bean 4.1.2. I have installed quite a few call recorder apps from Google Play and though they are recording all the calls, whenever I play back the recordings it sounds like everything has been recorded in fast forward mode (or is playing as such). It is happening wit...
34118
Is it Essential to Root a Nexus Device in order to Customize or Personalise it to your liking?
My understanding is that rooting an android smartphone or tablet allows you to add functionality and to flash custom ROMS (amongst other things) like MIUI or CyanogenMOD. A Nexus device offers the pure "vanilla" android experience from Google without the additional "skins" etc. that mobile phone companies add/tweak to ...
34114
Is there a way to set the screen to auto-lock after more than 30 minutes?
On my GS3 the options for auto-locking range from "immediately" to "30 minutes". Suppose I wanted the auto-lock to happen only after 1 hour - is there any way to do this?
51484
Android and gTalk
I have three Gmail accounts. All of them are configured on my Samsung Galaxy 5. My phone is on Wi-Fi almost every time so accounts are always active. Gmail has an ability to chat. The problem is when I connect to one of my Gmail accounts using computer, I can only see in gTalk that only one my Gmail account is active, ...
34110
Radical Android customization
I have a need to setup a touch screen GUI for a booking system and I am exploring Android as a option to accomplish this. Some crucial things I need to know are: * Can I customize an Android based pad/other hardware so it only has on application (my booking system) running on it? * Can I configure the booking syste...
34112
Email sync problem
My corporate email sync is working to download emails. It’s able to download contacts and events, but not emails. I did the factory settings also, but even it’s not working. Could anybody reply with solution?
79334
Is the old app uninstalled when it is upgraded?
i want to know when an upgrade is available for an app obviously a new apk is there. So is it that the old apk is uninstalled and new apk is installed ?
14121
Can the Netflix app be loaded on an Acer Iconia A500 without rooting?
Acer recently released an official upgrade to 3.2 for the Iconia A500 tablet, but the Netflix app is still not visible in the market. Is it possible to get the Netflix app on this tablet without rooting?
51488
Is there an app like Touchwiz Blocking Mode?
I have a Galaxy Nexus and I want the features of Touchwiz Blocking Mode. I have done lots of googling but can find only spam call and text blockers. I want this functionality to block all communications while I sleep except from my fiancee. So basically flight mode but with an exception for one contact.
5815
CM7: How to enable passwordless SSH login on same network?
I'm running CyanogenMod 7 and I'd like to enable passwordless SSH login to my main Linux computer on my network, but only when the phone is accessing the server over the same network. How/where should I put my .ssh/known_hosts file to enable this?
3090
I like the HTC interface additions to Android, but I have a non-HTC phone. Is there a way I can get them anyway?
From the list of on-topic questions in this SE's definition phase
5816
How can I adjust my screen's color temperature?
Redshift is a Linux application similar to Windows' F.lux, which gives the screen a red tinge automatically at night. Supposedly, it reduces eye strain and helps prevent sleep problems. Is there any way I can adjust my screen's color temperature to create the same effect on Android?
47385
Does rooting a Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos allow phone user to use the MSC (Mass Storage Class)
From my understanding, the Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos currently only allow user to transfer files through the miserable slow MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) connection or the PTP. Many sources encourage phone user to root the Samsung Galaxy Grand Duos even though that rooting will: * void the warranty * render SIM 2 t...
47384
Cannot install or move Android Apps to SD Card - is it a flaw from the Android or from the phone manufacturer?
From my understanding, while the Galaxy S4 does offer a memory card slot, it's worth mentioning that you can't install apps on the memory card and can only use it for storing movies, music, pictures, etc. So, is this a problem with the Android 4 OS not capable of allowing phone user to install or move apps to the SD ca...
4100
Browse or mount SD card over WiFi on Linux?
Is there a way to browse the contents of my SD card from my Linux (Ubuntu 10.04) machine over WiFi? I used to connect with a mini-usb cable, or send files through gmail. Surely there must be a way to access the files through wifi. My main focus is ease-of-use, I don't particularly care about speed or security. Although...
4107
How to reject call on HTC desire Z?
Is it possible to reject call somehow when screen is locked as the same moment I unlock the screen, I acctualy accept the call?
56877
Recommended resource for rooting not available. Where to download the rooting application from SAFELY?
The answer for this question recommends that I download SuperOneClick from shortfuse.org. However, shortfuse.org is down - the link is dead. I found SuperOneClick at a Cnet download page. However, my Antivirus warns that the downloaded file is malicious. Is it typical for this kind of software? Can I safely ignore anti...
53159
Can't load email messages
I get a notification on my S4 home screen that I have received an email or emails but when I go click onto my email icon and go into either of them (I have 2 email accounts) both are just blank with only a notification saying "load more messages" which I click on resulting in nothing happening!
73436
HTC One automatically tries to dial voicemail when placed near ear - even when I'm in a call
Here's what I'm doing, in order: 1. Launch the phone app 2. Dial any number...for example, tech support 3. The other end rings and answers 4. Tech support says "Press 1 for existing accounts, press 2 for new accounts, blah blah" 5. I move the phone away from my head to press "2" 6. No tone is ever sent. The...
17343
Does Android put wifi and other data networks to sleep when the display is turned off?
I was wondering if stock Android puts Wifi and other data networks to sleep when the display of the device is turned off. If not, what app can help me do the same ?
53158
Android Crashed
I Rooted my Alcatel One touch Glory 2S and accidently deleted JrdLauncher.apk (Android's Default Launcher). Then I made a factory reset and i thought it would help to restore it ... What i ended up was when i boot my phone, all the apps crashed with a message "Unfortunately, ... has crashed" and the homescreen went bla...
8652
Is there a "Linux friendly" handset manufacturer for Android phones?
My current situation is this: I use Mac OS X at home and Ubuntu Linux at work. My phone is a Samsung Galaxy S. Whenever I want to update my firmware _the intended way (i.e. using Kies, I am aware of Odin)_ , I have to boot into an old Windows XP installation that I have lying around. I was wondering if there is a hands...
42269
Is data/data/com.android.browser/databases/webview.db being encrypted?
I rooted my phone (Galaxy Nexus 4.1.1 JRO03C). I am able to access nearly all files under data/data/* folder. However, a few files cannot be opened, such as data/data/com.android.browser/databases/webview.db I suspect these files are encrypted. Is there any way to decrypt them?
42264
Lost all sms data but database seems to be in the folder
I own an HTC desire(android 2.3.5) and suddenly the phone rebooted, and after a minute, it rebooted again (I hadn't typed in the pin)... When I opened my sms app (handcent) I got no messages... I've searced in `/data/data/com.handcent.nextsms` and found a `.db` file of 6MB...so it must be my sms... What can I do to res...
42263
How to automatically launch android Acess Point on startup?
My Galaxy S with the Samsung Android built on it offers me the option the run the phone as a W-LAN acess point that connects to the internet via mobile data. I would like to configure the access point to start working immediately after booting the phone. How to do that? Bonus points if the setting can be achieved via a...
42261
How to add a shortcut to the 'My Apps' screen of the Google Play Store?
I'm looking to create a shortcut that links straight to the 'My Apps' screen of the Google Play Store? Either that or configure the Google Play Store to always open in the 'My Apps' screen. I've downloaded and installed AnyCut 1.0 but I'm unable to find the activity for opening Play on that screen. AnyCut 1.0 Thanks.
6039
copy text in froyo from web page including newlines?
I have just bought a new HTC Desire HD running Android 2.2 (Froyo). I am trying to copy text from a rather vast archive of notes which I had built up on my old phone, which was running Symbian. The notes were saved using the ActiveNotes application, which is not available on Android, only on Symbian. ActiveNotes saves ...
6033
How to fix internal sd mounting error?
I have a T-Mobile Vibrant ~~i9000~~ SGH-T959 variant phone, phone suddenly stops working error message: > movinand open fail > > E:Can't mount /dev/block/mmcblk0p1 (or /dev/block/mmcblk0) (No such file or > directory) E:copy_dbdata_media:Can't mount SDCARD: copy default media > content failed is there anything to fix t...
6032
Backup link between gmail, facebook, twitter contacts
I have contacts from my GMail, Facebook and Twitter account. In my GMail accounts, I've saved my contacts with their first names or nicknames, so I end up having to manually link most of my Facebook & Twitter contacts with my GMail contacts. If I do a factory reset I have to repeat this process all over again. Is there...
10062
Why are some contacts missing in some views after an android update followed by restoring the contacts?
Here is what happened: I upgraded my android version (to 2.1 on an Xperia X10 ), restored my contacts using the native apps. Some contacts are missing, but when I look at speed dial I can see some of the contacts. For example, I have contacts ABC and AYH: I see only AYH in phonebook but when I look at speed dials I see...
10061
Is there a way to pay for apps with paypal?
Is there a market where I can buy apps with PayPal? Will the original Market going to support payment with PayPal? Thanx.
10068
I downloaded Angry Birds but can't actually find it on my phone (Samsung Galaxy Ace)
I downloaded Angry Birds onto my phone, but I now actually can't find it anywhere. Does it go into a certain folder?
7384
How to enable ext2 or ext3 partitions?
Does anyone know how I can enable `ext2` or `ext3` partitions on my LG Optimus V? I have already partitioned my 16GB SD card to 14.5 GB FAT32 and 500MB ext2. When using Link2SD it gives me a mount error. I am rooted but have not flashed any ROMs yet.
65947
Prevent Samsung Galaxy S2 camera to change resolution without prompting
I got a Samsung Galaxy SII (S2) with Android 4.1.2 and the built in camera app keeps changing the resolution from 8MP to the lowest, 640 x 480. Why does this happen and is there any way to prevent this?
45121
Is there a way to record and playback a set of touches?
What I'm looking for is some sort of macro-recorder (though that term seems to be hijacked now my macro-photography apps). I'd like to record a set of presses (specifically, beating a level in a game), and then have those repeated for me so I can accumulate in-game currency without wasting my time or a ton of money. I ...
45120
How to read conversation while writing long message
When I'm replying to an sms, writing area can take whole screen space. As I've written text which is long enough, previous messages from that person at the top dissapear. How can I view them? Up-to-date Android 2.3.6 on Samsung Galaxy Mini 2
45122
imo Messenger can't do Skype IM anymore, any alternatives?
I used imo messenger to chat (instant messages) with my Skype contacts, but this feature is now unavailable. The real Skype client sucks my battery dry in no time. Any recommendations for further alternatives to log in or federate with Skype? I don't need voice or video calls, just text.
45125
HTC Desire Z key number two misbehave at times
HTC Desire Z touch key number 2 (ABC) occassionally presses itself repeatedly without any apparent trigger. In such cases, I press the power button on/off to quieten it down. Is it a software or hardware problem. This happens infrequently but when it starts it is quite annoying as you cannot do anything with the keyboa...
44293
What does permission "MANAGE_ACCOUNTS" mean?
Once in a while I read that MANAGE_ACCOUNTS Permission is needed (actually it is called "KONTEN HINZUFÜGEN ODER ENTFERNEN" as I have a German phone. I guess the text below is something like "Add or remove accounts, create accounts and set passwords, use accounts on the device" in English). I'm asking this question beca...
44294
How NOT to synchronise fax numbers to the phone from Gmail contacts?
I have Google Contacts with all the details needed for a contact. But I do not want to have fax numbers on my phone as they're useless. Is it possible to filter out just the fax numbers or the other way - to have just the home and work number for the contacts? Stock 4.2 android.
62189
Video save on android after pause
I recently recorded a video and paused it for a couple of minutes. And after some time i went to re-record the video but that paused video was gone. Can someone tell me where such videos are stored in android device?
42842
Samsung Soft Keyboard Keeps Popping Up when Bluetooth Keyboard in Use on Galaxy Note 10.1 with Android 4.1.2
Models: Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1, GT-N8013 (WiFi) and SCH-I925 (4G LTE) Android version 4.1.2 I've been experiencing problems with the overly aggressive Samsung soft keyboard popping up whenever I touch the screen to select an input field, even though I am using a Bluetooth keyboard, and only intend to use a Bluetooth ...
42841
Will bootloader unlocking provide access to all the apps in the Play Store?
My flyer doesn't allow few apps to be installed from the Play Store as it shows "This app is not compatible with your device" and this incompatibility is not due to OS. If I get the apk of this app from a forum, I can install it but few apps don't have apks outside Play Store. I don't want to root my device, but simply...
42847
How do I Restore a ClockworkMod backup with a busted power button or through ADB?
I was trying to flash a new ROM, but can't get it to boot. Usually, I would have just booted into my recovery and restored my last backup. But I can't do that now as my power button is broken and it is impossible to select the "backup and recover" option after booting into the recovery.
4485
Keep the screen from activating when the phone is in my pocket
I usually use my phone without a lock screen, so I can start using it by just pressing a button. Problem is, the camera and volume buttons on my Motorola Milestone are really light, and are easy to press accidentally in my pocket. Since it already has a proximity sensor, is there a way I can tell it to completely ignor...
4486
How to flash a ROM to the Android emulator
Any idea about flash a ROM to the Android emulator? I found this post: http://android.modaco.com/content/general-discussion/289928/testing-getting- an-emulator-up-and-running-a-full-rom-with-the-market-etc/ But it just with platform 1.5 and update-cm-3.6.5-signed.system.img.zip,but I want to try the CyanogenMod 6.1.1,I...
4488
paste text to bluetooth?
I'm using the PasswordSafe app and am looking for an easy way to send passwords from my phone to other computers. I can copy the password to the clipboard but what then? _Is there an app that will have the phone claim to be a Bluetooth keyboard and 'type' whatever is on the clipboard?_
25812
Install Android apps in Kindle fire with Jelly Bean 4.1
I upgrade my Kindle Fire with Android Jelly Bean 4.1 but i can't install some apps from Google Play site, it mentions that they are not compatible with the device, the only solution now would be install apk's manually? or depends on `AndroidManifest.xml` configuration set in every app?
69021
Text notifications not working on my Verizon LG-VS980
I am no longer getting sound notifications on my Verizon LG-980 Cell phone. I have searched the internet and didn't find the answer. I use to get notifications but that stopped and I didn't notice until now.
5316
I have Unknown Sources enabled on my phone, now what?
Along the same lines as this question. What's so special about enabling Unknown Sources, and what are some things that I should do once it's enabled?
64019
Endless “Optaining IP Address” loop
Possible duplicates: * Ice Cream Sandwich can't obtain IP address, what do I need to delete to reset wifi settings? * Device stuck on "obtaining IP address", then sets network to "disabled" * * * I have a _Sony Ericcson Mini Pro_ (Codename “Mango” at CyanogenMod) with CyanogenMod 9.1.0-mango. This is Android 4.0.4....
71707
GOOGLE PLAY - APPS show as installed, but device grayed out?
SO, my DROID 4 went into the drink yesterday - I am in the process of getting a new DROID - while preparing to learn how to reload my GOOGLE APPS - I went to the PLAYSTORE and noticed that while all my APPS show as INSTALLED - my original DROID device is grayed out now? Will this change when I transfer my sim card to t...
71704
Alternatives to Fingers for Touching Screen?
My tablet is set in an awkward place, where it's hard to touch the screen with a finger. What else could I use to poke at the screen? Say, a wooden pencil, a length of wire, a plastic drinking straw - I tried these. None of these work. What _would_ work?
71700
Problems with wifi connection
I have a netgear router wnr2200 and sometimes, when I connect with my tablet android or my cellphone, there are some problems. Using chrome, sometimes the page can load and load, I have to reload it. Using YouTube or play store, sometime it keeps on loading I have to restart (also seen with Astro file manager and freel...
71701
Add contact to Exchange from Signature
searched around a bit and found one app (Contact Adder) that didn't work. What I'm wanting to do is add contacts to Exchange from their signatures on my phone. Anyone know of an app? I use Mac for work and nothing will do it in Mail.app or Outlook for Mac, thought I'd try on my phone.
71709
How to make Gallery to NOT to search photos in some folders?
I have many photos in many folders, but most of them are for work. I don't want Android Gallery to show those pictures when I start the app. Gallery shows 1000+ folders, but only 2 of them are pictures that I want to see. How to make Gallery not to show/search other folders? Thanks
17875
Huawei Sonic u8650, Im building custome ROM, need help with list of apps I can remove
Im building Huawei Sonic costume rom for myself. And I will share it with all of you ofcorse. I own this phone for 2 days now, its great, my first Android :) And I tryed all custome roms and they all suck. Ok, ok they are ok, and have overclock and whatnot, but what I want is a clean and simple rom. I want stock rom, t...
11089
How do I draw mind maps seamlessly with touch screen only?
Desktop software such as MindManager and FreeMind allows you to easily draw Mind Maps. But their interface rely on much keyboard shortcuts that doesn't work (well) on Android virtual keyboard. Is there a way to draw such mind maps seamlessly with touch screen only?
17877
How do I silence incoming call and text message ringtone without hanging up in the Galaxy Nexus?
I have set up MP3 ringtones for both incoming calls and text messages on my new Galaxy Nexus, but I can't figure out how to silence them without hanging up (in the case of incoming calls) or without having to wait until the entire sound bite is over? Any suggestions? Does anyone know how to do that? Any help will be gr...
11083
Wi-Fi sleep policy when mobile networks are turned off
I have a fairly expensive data plan and I don't want my phone to use any of it, so it turned off mobile networks in Settings. When I access the Wi-Fi sleep policy setting, it says it switches to mobile networks when wifi sleeps. Is that really the case? Does wifi sleep policy override the setting that disabled mobile n...
11081
Is Skype available for the Motorola Xoom?
Is Skype available for the Motorola Xoom?
12114
Service for sharing list of installed apps
I'm thinking of web app for sharing lists of installed / recommended apps with people. Optional comment for each app on how/when/why it's useful. Something a bit similar to usesthis.com, but for sharing Android apps and open to everyone. Is there such a service?
29840
ICS ROM with no Slovenian language
I bought HTC desire S in Slovenia and it has installed karnel ROM: RUU_SAGA_ICS_35_S_HTC_EU_14.01.401.2_20.76.30.0835_3831.19.00.110_275068 This ROM do not offer Slovenian language. So i need help what to do to have Slovenian android version. It is not metter even if it is 2.3 version. Only that ...
29842
SD-EXT file system damaged in a few days
I'm running an cooked Android on my HD2 with the sd-ext partition trick to increase storage space. I noticed that with more than just one ROM that file system gets corrupted in a very short time. In a few days of running the FS gets so corrupted that Android itself can't boot. I have to `fsck` from my Linux machine and...
29843
What does zipalign mean and how does it fit into how we use our Android devices?
What does "zipalign" mean and what is its significance? When a ROM claims to be "zipaligned" what does that mean and what the difference from a ROM that is not "zipaligned"?
25578
How much user-available memory do you need?
How much user-available memory is needed in an android phone that runs Gingerbread and is likely to be upgraded to Ice Cream Sandwich in order to be able to install and work with a reasonable number of apps. Of course, the answer might differ depending on the usage profile of the specific user so 2-4 number ranges woul...
66828
What does the command `adb sideload FILE` do?
I am reading a tutorial on the sideload command at link. It contains the steps of rebooting into recovery mode and using adb sideload [file].zip. My question is that what does sideload actually do with that zip file ? In the past I have compiled AOSP and flashed a device using * adb reboot-bootloader * adb fastboot...
66825
What is the purpose of a ramdisk in Android?
I am reading a link that explains what partitions exist in Android. Can someone tell what is the purpose of ramdisk in Android ? The link says ramdisk is present (along with the kernel) in /boot partition. However, when I try to do some searching based on that, I encounter pages where people try to copy boot.img and ra...
66823
lockscreen wallpaper
I can only make the preinstalled wallpapers the wallpaper for my lock screen. I can choose an image from my photo gallery, select and crop it and then save it, but the screen stays the same. Also how do you change "defaults in third party."
66822
Change default calendar used by Google Calendar from "Phone" to my Google account
When I create an event on my phone, by default it is created in the "Phone" calendar, unfortunately: ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/2gh4o.png) Which means the event is not synced to google.com/calendar. I have to switch manually every time. **QUESTION:** How to change the default calendar? ...
82061
Facebook app uses a lot of data storage while not logged in
I occasionally check my mom's Android phone to see if everything's still running smoothly, just regular maintenance. Today I noticed that the Facebook app on her phone uses 33.46MB of data storage besides the application's size of 27.62MB. Plot twist: she doesn't have a Facebook account and the app on her phone has nev...
82062
How to Pinch Zoom on device with no touchscreen, like an Android Stick?
I have some Android TV "sticks", such as the RK3188, which is basically a tablet minus the screen. You control them using keyboard and a mouse. The problem is, I have no way to zoom in or out in the browser. There's no way for me to do a "pinch" gesture, and Ctrl +/- etc. don't seem to work in any browser, like Chrome,...
82065
Why doesn't my latest back up file appear in drop list? (Galaxy 3)
I've run a full back up on my Galaxy 3 twice in the last week so I can do a factory reset. Neither backup shows up in the drop menu when I go to restore in Kies 3. I can find the file when I do a manual search for the folder but when I select it, it still doesn't appear in the drop menu. Any idea if I'm doing something...
82067
How do I restore the microphone button on my Galaxy keyboard
The little microphone icon disappeared from my Galaxy 3 keyboard a couple of weeks ago, and the mic icon does not appear as an option when you hold that button on the keyboard. All of the other options are still there but the mic button is completely gone. It doesn't show up on the keyboard in any programs. S-voice sti...
82066
How can I see what exactly an application does?
I'm a bit surprised I couldn't find this answers myself. I am a major minimalist when it comes to computers (my desktop and laptop both run strip- down Linuces) and I wanted to get rid of some of the bloatware that came with my new Android. My only problem being that I'm not entirely sure what some of the applications ...
82068
dump_image: permission denied
In order to root a new device, I try to follow the tutorial to port CWM for an unrooted device. When I do `dump_image boot/sdcard/boot.img` I got `dump_image: permission denied`. How can I resolve this? does it means I need to root it first before I can dump the boot image?
12578
How the f*&% to stop voice-to-text from censoring profanity?
The voice-to-text feature is very useful, but every once in a while when sending an SMS or email message to a friend, I want to really let loose. However, Google, in their defense of my virginal eyes, replaces such words with hashes (####) if it recognizes the word at all. How do I turn off this ####### "feature"?
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Are there any Android phones that allow Bluetooth PAN off the shelf?
I'm specifically looking for an off-the-shelf solution. Without going into too much technical detail, I need to connect a phone via Bluetooth to a device and receive IP traffic from the device. Bluetooth PAN provides that functionality, but it seems to be disabled by default in most commercial Android phones. Short of ...
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Adding a thumbnail/icon to a newsletter
When you receive an email, you usually get the first letter of the sender as an icon on the left side, right? Well I was wondering how I would be able to change this icon when sending a newsletter (see example below - the newsletter was sent using MailChimp). ![example](http://i.stack.imgur.com/M2wjU.jpg)
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Camera data of Galaxy S3 for tracking
I'm trying to make a camera tracking of a video make by my Samsung Galaxy S3 (I9300), but I can't find info about its focal length, sensor size, etc. so the scene and camera match exactly what was used when filming. I think that maybe ok to use default settings but if some one know what need to be set for the Samsung G...
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Swype keyboard does not show, after changing to Swype keyboard and locking screen
Device: Samsung Galaxy Grand Android: 4.1.2 I downloaded Swype keyboard and selected it for use. After that, I locked my screen and tried to type my password, but the keyboard is not opening. Now, I can't use my phone.
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gingerbread on nexus-one bugs/difficulties
I love Android and have been a proud Nexus One owner for over a year now. I was also really excited when gingerbread dropped and flashed my phone before the OTA update (who can wait for these things anyway). However, since upgrading, Gingerbread has not been the bliss that I had hoped for. The first thing I've noticed ...
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How do I boot my Samsung Nexus S into safe mode?
I have a Samsung Nexus S with Android 2.3. I somehow managed to set the Zoodles application to start up with laucher. As a result, whenever I boot my phone, I see the Zoodles app and cannot close it or access any other applications. I searched and understood that if I can boot the device in safe mode, I can remove the ...
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Samsung Galaxy S plus is becoming unresponsive when locked
My samsung was working away perfectly yesterday and then was on my bedside locker when I tried to check the time the lock screen came up very faded almost its hard to describe but it was unresponsive otherwise e.g would not open would not turn off etc. so I pulled the battery (this may be bad for it I'm not sure) so I ...
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How can I set notifications for gmail on the new version of the gmail app (2.3.5.2)
I recently installed CM7.1 (stable version for SGS). This has a new version of the gmail app (2.3.5.2). Unlike previous versions, this has no control for notifications. I like my mail to arrive silently, with nothing more than an icon in the notification bar. Now, however, I have no visible option to turn off the notif...