Android Honeycomb Stock Email Font

I'm using the stock email on Android 3.1 (ASUS Transformer) and I've configured my corporate email. I need to know if it's possible to change the font used when creating or replying to emails. The font used, whilst nice enough, is a little too large. Whats worse is when I view those sent emails in Windows 7/Outlook 2010, it gets rendered as Times New Roman.


Mediaserver is eating my phone's battery?

I'm using dual boot on my SGS2 with CM10.1 and JellyBam and both running fine but with some issue of **mediaserver** draining my phone's battery like a crazy nut. I have checked on Google and got many threads about this without any proper solution. This question already exist on this site but that solution doesn't work for me and rebooting every time is a big pain. ![Screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/52agi.jpg)   Screenshot of "Battery Usage" (click image for larger variant) I've also deleted all media files on my Sdcard but it still trigger to eat my battery.


Can't see Nexus One as a USB drive when connecting to Windows 7

I've connected my N1 to my Windows 7, and I don't see it as a USB drive. I don't see any message on the phone that allows me to enable this (in the past, I used to see a notification about the phone being connected, that allowed me to enable it as a USB drive. Now I don't) What should I do to access the files?


Kies - Reflashing Samsung Galaxy Y

My problem is that I messed up some binaries in the ROM on my Samsung Galaxy Y (GT-S5360L). Specifically, most of the binaries in `/system/bin` are gone, thanks to Busybox Installer. This means I can still use my phone for basic things (calling, texting, music), but advanced things like connecting to wifi, turning on "find my mobile," etc, are now broken. Naturally, I got Samsung Kies, put my phone into download mode, and tried to reflash the firmware. The only problem is, after Kies downloads the firmware, gives the appropriate warnings and disclaimers, and says "preparing firmware," it gives me a random error in Chinese. (I can't read Chinese, sadly.) I rebooted my phone, its the same deal, nothing has been changed. (Luckily, my phone has not been hard bricked.) I have already tried flashing with Kies again, same problem. I tried connecting the USBcable to another port, and using a different USB cable, nothing worked. Why doesn't a firmware upgrade with Kies work like it should? All help is greatly appreciated.


802.11s mode availability on Android?

Are there any Android devices with wifi chipsets that support the IEEE 802.11s mesh networking standard? Note the question is not about ad hoc mode but mesh mode support, specifically the 802.11s standard.


Check if an app is installed on the device

I'm trying to use the package name and determine the apk path of an app to check if my app is installed in the device.               pathCmd = './adb shell pm path ' + packageName               pathData = os.popen(pathCmd,"r")               for pathInfo in pathData:              print pathInfo               if not pathInfo:             print "App not found on the device"              else:             print "App found on the device"      This doesn't give me the list of apps that are not installed. Any idea whats wrong with my script?


Jelly Bean (Android 4.1) released for AT&T HTC One X .... but how to install it on unlocked AT&T phone?

Though there are few questions already existing about AT&T HTC One X in the forum but this one is a bit different. AT&T has recently released long awaited Jelly Bean update for HTC One X. But when I am trying to update the software on my phone using Settings --> AT&T Software Update, nothing happens. I have read that other users are also experiencing this problem and this is probably due to phone being Unlocked! Moreover, I have read that normal Jelly Bean ROM cannot/shouldn't be installed on AT&T HTC One X as the specification of AT&T's model is different. Can anyone please tell us how to update software on our Unlocked phones? Thanks!


SQLiteCantOpenDatabaseException while running Internet

Many programs are not working including internet. Widgets are not displaying saying error loading widget. While crashing I get an exception information about SQLiteCantOpenDatabaseException. Long turn off button and doing big `reboot` does not help.


Install default Android keyboard

It seems as the default keyboard is removed from several Android devices. I have two, a Sony Xperia (4.0.4) and a Samsung Galaxy SIII (4.0.4) and neither of them has the default Android keyboard (or I'm missing something). Is there an official way of installing the default keyboard? (And why would hardware makers disable the default keyboard?) This is related to my other question Switch to another keyboard language using stock keyboard


Android phone ICS cannot connect to internet through LAN

I have an Android phone that connects to my local area network via WiFi. The LAN consists of a switch and a Debian box that acts as a router, with two interfaces: one external and one internal. For some reason, after updating to Ice Cream Sandwich, my phone can no longer get through to the internet although it can connect to all machines on my LAN. Any thoughts on what might be causing this routing problem? When I try to access the net from the phone, I see `ARP, Request`s that seem to go unanswered, eg: > ARP, Request who-has yyz06s05-in-f7.1e100.net tell ... It seems as if traffic isn't getting routed back to my phone properly. I run my own DNS, one internal and one external. Thanks for any ideas. P.S. I downloaded an nslookup utility onto the phone (using cellular network, which does work) and the phone properly gets served DNS from my home network. Also, FYI, other devices connect to the WiFi fine. Finally, the phone MAC address _DOES_ appear in arp -i eth1 output. I am thoroughly confused.


Selective batch restore in Titanium Backup?

Lately I upgrade my ROM (cm 10.1) quite often so I want to have my favourite applications ready after each upgrade. I got Titanium Backup Pro with root access. I would like to know how to   1. install Titaninum Backup + the key after each ROM upgrade with the necessity to be connected to the internet   2. restore only bunch of my favorite application. I do not want to do full restore although I do full backup   3. restore system (cm) settings


Enter fastboot commands from an Android phone

I want to do the following without a PC, just directly from an Android phone using a script / Android Terminal: > Reboot into bootloader, and then enter a few fastboot commands Is this possible?


More notification sounds not available?

I have a ONE X and have just reset it to factory default as it was starting to get laggy, I have had 8 Android phones in the last 18 mths ( I have a phone fetish) and all have been HTC except my Galaxy S 2 however when setting up notification sounds on any of my android devices I have always gone to the "Get More" in the notification sound list in settings and a bunch of other sounds are shown and I always d/l "Shooter" as its loud and distinct, however now I click "Get More" it does a search and comes back with "No available content, Tap to refresh", I don't know what I have missed or haven't done this time, yes I have internet connection and when I go through the same procedure in the Ringtone settings it works and I can d/l more ringtones anyone got any answers other than resetting it again and starting from scratch?                                             ------------------


Can I change the gmail account associated with google play store?

When I got my android phone I had a gmail account, gmail-1, but have now created another account, gmail-2. Is it possible to transfer my play store info (i.e. app download history) from gmail-1 to gmail-2 and set gmail-2 as my primary email?


How to increase music playback volume?

The volume on my headphones (even on maximum) isn't very high at all. Is there any way I can increase the volume higher than the program allows?


No internet connection after sleep although Wi-Fi connected and working well, Android Samsung Galaxy S I9000

Problem: No internet connection after 1+ minutes of sleep. Wi-Fi is still connected, i have IP assigned through DHCP, i can browse shared folders on PC in network. It looks similar as if i didn't allow WAN traffic for my MAC on my router (Old PC with floppy Coyote Linux router) Temporary solution: Turn Wi-Fi off and on again. Phone: Samsung Galaxy I9000, custom JB rom (latest CM10), custom JB kernel (latest Semaphore) This problem is bothering me for a month now. I did following things trying to solve the issue:   1. Switched kernels (Semaphore, CM9, CM10, Devil's Kernel) (over CWM)   2. Switched ROM's (CM9, HellyBean, CM10) (over CWM)   3. Replaced XXJVT with XXJVU baseband only (over Odin, but got stuck without IMEI, phone number and data connection)   4. Changed encryption of AP from WPA to WPA2   5. Changed Wi-Fi channels from 11 to 6   6. Changed Wi-Fi from G to B+G   7. Switched off AP's QoS   8. Turned off router's firewall   9. Tried few Wi-Fi keep-alive apks   10. Rebooted Access Point, Router   11. Set "Always" in "Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep"   12. Disabled "Avoid poor connections"   13. Searched Google and forums, posted questions   14. Turned off Powersave Wi-Fi mode on kernel manager   15. Checked logcat (on the bottom see logcat within few minutes when connection was lost after screen turned off)   16. Used "forget network" for home Wi-Fi I haven't flashed stock firmware all over again yet. I don't want to go through the process of reinstalling all the apps and accounts (Play doesn't want to restore them for some reason) * * *               $08-26 09:47:00.800 D/SurfaceFlinger(  489): About to give-up screen, flinger = 0x419caaf0     $08-26 09:47:06.011 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:47:06.421 D/dalvikvm( 1726): GC_CONCURRENT freed 1870K, 66% free 2808K/8195K, paused 72ms+3ms, total 231ms     $08-26 09:47:06.421 D/dalvikvm( 1726): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 112ms     $08-26 09:47:06.507 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:47:15.324 V/LockPatternKeyguardView(  664): Set visibility on com.android.internal.policy.impl.LockPatternKeyguardView$5@4191ecb8 to 8388608     $08-26 09:47:15.511 V/TransportControlView(  664): Create TCV com.android.internal.widget.TransportControlView@418c5560     $08-26 09:47:15.824 V/KeyguardViewManager(  664): KGVM: Set visibility on com.android.internal.policy.impl.KeyguardViewManager$KeyguardViewHost@40edc000 to 6291456     $08-26 09:47:15.839 D/PhoneStatusBar(  945): disable: < expand icons alerts ticker system_info back home RECENT* clock >     $08-26 09:47:16.019 D/dalvikvm(  664): GC_CONCURRENT freed 2953K, 41% free 13847K/23175K, paused 13ms+46ms, total 218ms     $08-26 09:47:16.019 D/dalvikvm(  664): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 120ms     $08-26 09:47:16.050 V/LockPatternKeyguardView(  664): Set visibility on com.android.internal.policy.impl.LockPatternKeyguardView$5@4191ecb8 to 8388608     $08-26 09:47:16.054 D/PhoneStatusBar(  945): disable: < expand icons alerts ticker system_info BACK* HOME* RECENT CLOCK* >     $08-26 09:47:16.144 V/LockPatternKeyguardView(  664): Set visibility on com.android.internal.policy.impl.LockPatternKeyguardView$5@4191ecb8 to 8388608     $08-26 09:48:07.023 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:48:07.281 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:48:19.023 D/ConnectivityService(  664): ConnectivityChange for WIFI: CONNECTED/CONNECTED     $08-26 09:48:19.027 D/ConnectivityService(  664): handleConnectivityChange: address are the same reset per doReset linkProperty[1]: resetMask=0     $08-26 09:48:19.050 D/ConnectivityService(  664): ConnectivityChange for WIFI: CONNECTED/CONNECTED     $08-26 09:48:19.058 D/ConnectivityService(  664): handleConnectivityChange: address are the same reset per doReset linkProperty[1]: resetMask=0     $[COLOR="red"]08-26 09:48:20.027 D/ConnectivityService(  664): NetTransition Wakelock for WifiStateMachine released by timeout[/COLOR]     $08-26 09:49:02.027 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~enable(0, 1)     $08-26 09:49:02.027 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~enable(0, 1) open /sys/class/input/event1/device/enable     $08-26 09:49:02.027 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~enable(0, 1) opened /sys/class/input/event1/device/enable     $08-26 09:49:02.035 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~setDelay(0, 200000000)     $08-26 09:49:02.035 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~setDelay(0, 66667000)     $08-26 09:49:02.187 I/WindowManager(  664): Lock screen displayed!     $08-26 09:49:02.210 D/SurfaceFlinger(  489): Screen about to return, flinger = 0x419caaf0     $08-26 09:49:02.472 D/Tethering(  664): MasterInitialState.processMessage what=3     $08-26 09:49:02.609 D/Tethering(  664): MasterInitialState.processMessage what=3     $08-26 09:49:03.003 [COLOR="Red"]D/ConnectivityService(  664): handleInetConditionHoldEnd: net=1, condition=100, published condition=0[/COLOR]     $08-26 09:49:03.214 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:49:03.214 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): background data: true     $08-26 09:49:03.496 W/ContextScopeImpl(24312): thread=1 tried to enter the scope of the application context. Ignored.     $08-26 09:49:03.503 W/ContextScopeImpl(24312): thread=1 tried to enter the scope of the application context. Ignored.     $08-26 09:49:03.519 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:49:03.691 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:49:03.917 D/PicasaSyncManager(22933): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:49:03.917 D/PicasaSyncManager(22933): background data: true     $08-26 09:49:04.074 W/ContextScopeImpl(24312): thread=1 tried to enter the scope of the application context. Ignored.     $08-26 09:49:04.082 W/ContextScopeImpl(24312): thread=1 tried to enter the scope of the application context. Ignored.     $08-26 09:49:04.093 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:49:04.187 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:49:04.222 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): background data: true     $08-26 09:49:04.246 D/PicasaSyncManager(22933): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:49:04.246 D/PicasaSyncManager(22933): background data: true     $08-26 09:49:04.464 D/dalvikvm( 1726): GC_CONCURRENT freed 1854K, 66% free 2797K/8195K, paused 81ms+67ms, total 245ms     $08-26 09:49:04.464 D/dalvikvm( 1726): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 136ms     $08-26 09:49:04.503 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:49:06.394 I/ActivityManager(  664): Process com.tmobile.thememanager (pid 24054) has died.     $08-26 09:49:12.039 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~enable(0, 0)     $08-26 09:49:12.050 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~enable(0, 0) open /sys/class/input/event1/device/enable     $08-26 09:49:12.050 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~enable(0, 0) opened /sys/class/input/event1/device/enable     $08-26 09:49:12.066 D/Sensors (  664): Smb380Sensor::~setDelay(0, 66667000)     $08-26 09:49:12.441 D/dalvikvm(  664): GC_CONCURRENT freed 2495K, 39% free 14281K/23175K, paused 18ms+11ms, total 137ms     $08-26 09:49:12.441 D/dalvikvm(  664): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 109ms     $08-26 09:49:12.445 D/dalvikvm(  664): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 79ms     $08-26 09:49:12.457 V/TransportControlView(  664): Create TCV com.android.internal.widget.TransportControlView@40e3b4f8     $08-26 09:49:12.570 D/SurfaceFlinger(  489): About to give-up screen, flinger = 0x419caaf0     $08-26 09:49:12.656 V/LockPatternKeyguardView(  664): Set visibility on com.android.internal.policy.impl.LockPatternKeyguardView$5@4191ecb8 to 8388608     $08-26 09:49:12.687 V/LockPatternKeyguardView(  664): Set visibility on com.android.internal.policy.impl.LockPatternKeyguardView$5@4191ecb8 to 8388608     $[COLOR="Red"]08-26 09:49:23.093 W/ThrottleService(  664): unable to find stats for iface pdp0[/COLOR]     $08-26 09:50:07.011 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:50:07.203 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:50:08.261 D/dalvikvm(  664): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 0ms     $08-26 09:50:08.382 D/dalvikvm(  664): GC_EXPLICIT freed 1119K, 38% free 14381K/23175K, paused 8ms+8ms, total 121ms     $08-26 09:50:44.695 D/ConnectivityService(  664): ConnectivityChange for WIFI: CONNECTED/CONNECTED     $08-26 09:50:44.707 D/ConnectivityService(  664): handleConnectivityChange: address are the same reset per doReset linkProperty[1]: resetMask=0     $08-26 09:50:44.718 D/ConnectivityService(  664): ConnectivityChange for WIFI: CONNECTED/CONNECTED     $08-26 09:50:44.734 D/ConnectivityService(  664): handleConnectivityChange: address are the same reset per doReset linkProperty[1]: resetMask=0     $[COLOR="red"]08-26 09:50:45.699 D/ConnectivityService(  664): NetTransition Wakelock for WifiStateMachine released by timeout[/COLOR]     $08-26 09:51:07.242 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:51:07.421 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:51:07.425 D/Tethering(  664): MasterInitialState.processMessage what=3     $08-26 09:51:07.453 D/Tethering(  664): MasterInitialState.processMessage what=3     $08-26 09:51:07.589 W/ContextScopeImpl(24312): thread=1 tried to enter the scope of the application context. Ignored.     $08-26 09:51:07.609 W/ContextScopeImpl(24312): thread=1 tried to enter the scope of the application context. Ignored.     $08-26 09:51:07.625 I/goggles ( 1726): BaseApplication: Getting userWantsHistory = false     $08-26 09:51:07.625 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:51:07.828 D/PicasaSyncManager(22933): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:51:07.863 D/dalvikvm( 1726): GC_CONCURRENT freed 1840K, 66% free 2800K/8195K, paused 19ms+26ms, total 93ms     $08-26 09:51:07.863 D/dalvikvm( 1726): WAIT_FOR_CONCURRENT_GC blocked 21ms     $08-26 09:51:07.910 I/goggles ( 1726): FreshnessHelper: Checking for images newer than 1345938048000     $08-26 09:51:07.933 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): background data: true     $08-26 09:51:07.937 D/PicasaSyncManager(22933): background data: true     $08-26 09:51:07.964 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): active network: NetworkInfo: type: WIFI[], state: CONNECTED/CONNECTED, reason: (unspecified), extra: (none), roaming: false, failover: false, isAvailable: true     $08-26 09:51:07.964 D/PicasaUploaderSyncManager(24298): background data: true


Looking for a good library of Tasker scripts/recipes

I am looking for a library of Tasker scripts/recipes. By "Good", I mean the following features are a must:   * Sizable (say, 1000 recipes total at least)   * Fully categorized recipes   * Fully searchable (don't care if internally or via Google)   * Preferably, has user based voting/ratings, and a user base of 1000+ people who rate. I don't really care what format the recipes/scripts are (e.g something that is code readable by Tasker, or instructions readable by a person, are both fine). * * * What I am NOT looking for: * Some blog article with 'top 10 Tasker recipes * Actual tasker scripts posted as answers


Way to root s4 without triggering knox

I've heard about root De la vega but it seems too complicated for me and I just have a feeling I'm going to brick my phone with that. Are there any other (less complicated) ways to root s4 without triggering knox?


How to turn on USB connection to PC

I bought a KingSing K5 Android phone, and there doesn't seem to be an option for turning on USB connection to PC (to transfer files). I have the Google USB driver installed on the PC, but when I connect nothing happens. Is there a specific way to turn on USB connection in Android 4.2.2?


Does rooting void s4 warranty if the thing that is wrong is not the fault of rooting?

I have a galaxy s4 from AT&T with knox on it. And I just want to root (no custom roms) but if my phone breaks or something I don't want to void my warranty because it's rooted. So is my warranty voided automatically with root or is it voided only if the root is the cause of the problem.


How to flash Android onto an empty Samsung GT-P3100 (OMAP4430)

I'm about to purchase a replacement motherboard for a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (GT-P3100) as the original one has developed a hardware fault. Unfortunately the sellers (eBay) won't say if Android (or anything else) is preloaded on the boards. So assuming that the boards come completely empty, how can I flash this board? Would the OMAP4430 be configured so that it follows a boot sequence similar to the one described on OMAPPEDIA. For example, could I load ClockWorkMod via a SD card or USB? If USB is included in the boot sequence, what tools would I need to flash the system?


Is there any way to dump the Data Usage log through the ADB shell?

The reason I would need to dump these data is because in smalls display (S5301) doesn't fit everything and data is cut. I couldn't do anything to move that graphic. Look, ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/bwtiw.png) I've searched in Google but without success.


Text-to-Speech Going too fast

I have recently installed this app into my Samsung Galaxy Y mobile phone running on Android 2.3 Gingerbread. The speed at which words are being spoken by this system is too high for me to grasp. Also, I suspect that there is absolutely no pauses after commas and full stops. I am not able to find any settings too. What should I do? Is this problem solvable?


How can I split files on the computer and then assemble them on android device?

Would be a simple way to bypass the MTP protocol crap to transfer files to my android tablet. There must be app out there that I can split files in pieces on computer and then reassemble on android device. Any suggestions?


Application ROM Manager is uninstalled, but market wants to update it every day

I uninstalled ROM Manager. Since I did so, I've received daily notifications from the Market saying there's an update. I've logged into the market via the desktop browser and ROM manager is not listed as an installed application. (Though many I have uninstalled ages ago are listed, but that's another matter). The notifications are annoying. How can I kill ROM Manager once and for all? HTC Desire running Cyanogenmod7


Android 4.0 bluetooth support

Can we send files via bluetooth from Android 4.0 to another device without having to authorise from the other device. I am trying to send files from a Android 4.0 device to a printer(which does not ask for authorisation) and the transfer fails. Has it got anything to do with the authorisation ? Thanks


lock ES File Explorer or similar options

I want to lock ES file explorer, so that it can be opened after I put a password or pattern lock. Is it possible in ES file explorer? Is there any other file explorer that provides similar functionality?


insufficient storage

ALright I have the netbook. I recently did a reset and now I cannot load any apps. It's telling me the internal memory is full and I do not know how to erase things and clear it since it won't let me even download an app to debug/clear cache/clean it. Who has some helpful suggestions?


My Gmail account has many emails. If I add another Gmail account to my phone, can I make the new Gmail primary and still use my apps

I have an (old) Android phone (HTC Incredible ADR6300) which I have configured with 1 Gmail account. I have downloaded a bunch of apps from Google Play. Most of the apps are Free, but I have a few dollars worth of purchased apps. Over time, that Gmail account now has many emails (over 2 Gigs). This seems to be a problem for the phone as it won't finish syncing emails with Gmail anymore (appears to hang), and it probably uses lots of phone memory and time trying. I know I can associate another Gmail email address with my phone, but I'm not sure if that will work in my situation. I'd like to use the new Gmail address for emails (as the "Primary" email address for the phone), but still access the apps I have, which are associated with my old Gmail address. I guess there are a few ways I can do this, but I'm not sure which (if any) will work:   1. I can add another email address to the phone under:   `Menu -> Settings -> Accounts and sync -> Add account`   but I don't know if it will allow for me to choose this new account as the "Primary" email address for the phone, for syncing emails, etc. If it does allow that, will Google Play be able to figure out (or will I be able to tell GP) which Gmail account to use to authenticate the apps I already have?   2. Similar to #1, on the phone under:   `Menu -> Settings -> Accounts and sync -> Manage accounts -> [old-Gmail]`   I see an option: `"Remove account"` I could (perhaps in some specific order) add a new Gmail account, then remove the old account, then add back the old Gmail account. (Will this make the new Gmail account _"Primary"_ ?) Again, I don't know if this will work, but if it does, it should solve the email sync issue, but I might still have the issue with Google Play and my existing downloaded apps.   3. I could back up the phone (as much as possible), and do a factory reset (I will probably do this at some point anyway), and configure the new Gmail account as the "Primary" email address for the phone. I should then be able to sync Gmail, etc. And, I could add the old Gmail account under: `Menu -> Settings -> Accounts and sync -> Add account` This would probably be the best option, but I might still have the issue with Google Play and my existing downloaded apps.   4. I could just start over. Reset the phone, configure the new Gmail address, re-download (and some re-purchase) my apps, and forget about using the old email address on the phone. This will work for sure, and it might be the **_only_**  way, but not the best way if other options will work. So, will the easier options #1 or #2 work, or perhaps the more involved option #3? Or am I stuck with the least desirable option #4? (Perhaps some other option I'm not considering?)


Why does my phone disconnect when I answer a call from an "unknown number"?

My Samsung S5830 disconnects whenever I try to pick up a call from my doctor's surgery, as the number comes up Unknown. What could be the reason for this? And how can I change it?


Alternative to Google Latitude?

Like the title says, is there an easy way to share my location in real-time with friends without letting Google know where I am?


How to Set 'Play' Button Behavior on Bluetooth Remote

I have a RocketFish Bluetooth headset paired with my MotoDROID v1 (Froyo). The BT headphones have multimedia controls (volume up/down, next track, previous track, play/pause) and a button to trigger voice dialing. I have it paired both on the handsfree headset profile and the advanced audio profile. When I click the play button on my headphones, the behavior is unpredictable. I might have the Music app up, but clicking play will cause Listen to launch and begin playing a podcast. I might have Listen in the foreground, but clicking play will cause the Music player to start playing from a playlist. Other times, the play button will behave as expected and cause the app in the foreground to play. Is there any way (outside of rooting my device) that I can indicate which app should be acting on these button presses?


Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 touch screen stopped working

After I flashed a custom ROM (GNABO V6), the touch screen does't work any more, only the pen works. I have tried:   * I wipe format data   * I wipe cache partition   * Factory data reset   * I format the tablet in original state, with original ROM from Samsung. How can I get the touch screen to work again?   * Model Number: GT-N8010 (Galaxy Note 10.1)   * Android Version: 4.4   * Kernel Version: 3.0.31-1759357 dpi@SWDD5908#1    * Build Number: KOT49H.N8010XXUDNE4


Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini blackscreen startup

I just got my _S3 Mini_ from my service provider yesterday. When I got it, everything was fine and working well. When I woke up today I checked on it and the screen still stayed black. I tried charging it but I got no beep or vibrate as a response that it acknowledged the charger and the screen stayed black. I also tried restarting it like it said on the manual in case it freezes up (hold the power button for 8-10 secs) but the menu and back button just lit up and nothing happened. No welcome animation or anything. I'm planning to have a nearby service center to take a look at it but is there anything I can try first?


rooting android phone

Hi guys. I am new to Android. I wanted to know, when I root my phone, will I be receiving pure android os, and get constant update whenever Google releases new OS? Also, will I be able to revert back to the original UI of the manufacturer?


Does wi-fi sleep policy "never" mean that my phone's battery will be drain a lot faster?

I have just decided to change my settings on the wi-fi, because it seems to give me a hard time regarding the fact that the some application are "unable to connect to server". However, I am worried about the battery life. Does the setting "never" mean that the phone will scan non-stop, draining my batter like crazy?


Can't update LG G2

I have a Verizon LG G2 on 4.2.2 and it's rooted, I am still on stock rom, I tried the ota update to get kit Kat but got an error so I tried updating on my pc, here's the problem, When I plug my phone in it will stay in installer mode for about 20 or 30 seconds then switches to Ethernet mode, while it's connected as installer the Verizon upgrade assistant thing pops up and asks if I want to run it, everytime I click run nothing happens,please help me I need kit Kat, and i Don't want a custom rom or anything, BTW I have an Acer PC running Windows 8.1 and I also tried on an HP PC running Windows 7.


How to search the Play Store by permissions?

How do I specify that I do not wish to see apps that require for example internet access? Or to only show apps that use a specific permission? A specific repository with search on its webpage? An app that provides searching the Play Store?


DNAT iptables rule on rooted Android phone?

How i can set `iptables` rule like this on my rooted Android phone: `iptables -t nat -A PREROUTING -i wlan0 -s 192.168.1.100 -p tcp --dport 80 -j DNAT -–to-destination 192.168.1.101:8080` ... since Android iptables implementation doesn't support protocol by name and DNAT?


Read Persian SMS on Android 2.1

How can I read (and preferably write) Persian SMS on Android 2.1 (Motorola Flipout)?


Can I connect a slimport to a DVI only screen using an HDMI to DVI adapter?

I have a Nexus 4. I would like to connect it to my desktop screen but it only has DVI (currently I'm using HDMI to DVI adapter). Would slimport work anyway?


Restore settings path after sd card reinsertion

Today I decided to copy my data from old SD card to my phone. After turn the phone off I took the new card off and inserted the old one. Then I turn the phone on and copy old data to internal card. Then after returning the new SD card back I found that all my settings and accounts are disappeared. Even more, when I browse file system I noted that internal SD card now contains folders for applications data (WhatsApp, GoLauncher, etc), of course they all are empty. So how can I set up the old path for application settings and data to my external card instead of internal? Is there exists a magical way to do it, so after rebooting I get all my applications in previous state?


Suspicious directory ".MySecurityData" in internal storage

I have a Galaxy Note (N7000) device running stock Android 4.1.2. I was browsing the internal storage and noticed a directory named ".MySecurityData", which contains one single directory "dont_remove", which contains multiple directories whose name consists of hexadecimal characters of length 32 (presumably MD5 hashes). All those 3rd level directories contain three directories - ".image", ".thumb", and ".video". A search through `find` command reveals that all the directories are empty containing no files. Fact that the parent directory is hidden, directories have suspicious and obfuscated names, and a web search returns no results for ".MySecurityData" has raised concerns of some malicious activity. Can anyone identify the application that may have created these directories? I'm a paranoid person and usually shy away from installing apps, and double check the ones that I'm installing. There is also a SQLite3 file inside "dont_remove" (name is again in hexadecimal characters of length 15). A SQLite3 `.dump` on this file results in following:               PRAGMA foreign_keys=OFF;     BEGIN TRANSACTION;     CREATE TABLE android_metadata (locale TEXT);     INSERT INTO "android_metadata" VALUES('en_GB');     CREATE TABLE medias (_id INTEGER PRIMARY KEY,album TEXT, from_path TEXT, dest_path TEXT,thumb_path TEXT,file_name TEXT,file_type TEXT,file_ext TEXT,timestamp LONG,rotation INTEGER DEFAULT 0);     COMMIT      **UPDATE** : After a `grep` through dumpstate logs in `/data/log`, I noticed that the SQLite3 file was being accessed by `com.domobile.applock`. I've emailed the developer asking for more information.


My Tab 3 will only charge from the wall adapter from Samsung

I'm going on holiday soon and we planned to take a USB hub to charge all of our devices rather than take several wall adapters, however when I checked that my 7" Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 would charge I found that it didn't. After investigating I found that my iPad charger wouldn't charge it either and in fact the only that would charge it was the USB wall adapter that came in the box with the tablet, even though the port on the USB hub and the iPad charger are rated at 2.1 A (5 V). When I plug the tablet into to a non-Samsung adapter powered off however, the screen flashes lighter and darker but nothing else happens which seems odd behavior to me. What is the reason it will not charge by any other means, and is there a solution?


Bluetooth hands-free profile

Trying to get a computer to act as a headset/hands-free device (I have a USB bluetooth device that states that voice data is compatible), however I cannot get either of my android phones to pair and then send voice data. Only the "Media" profile is shown. Is there a secret trick to get the Phone profile active? 1st Phone - Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830i Stock firmware (2.3.6). 2nd Phone - ZTE Blade Cyanogen Mod 9 (ICS).


How do I enter recovery mode on my Motorola Milestone 2 to unbrick it?

I own a Motorola Milestone 2, also called A953 (apparently this is different from the Droid 2 Global). It used to have Android 2.3 with Motoblur middleware. It was bought independently from any phone carrier (so it was not bought from Verizon for instance). I rooted it, installed ROM Manager, Droid 2 Global Recovery Bootstrap and ClockworkMod Recovery. From ROM Manager, I could successfully reboot my phone into Recovery mode, allowing me to back-up my data for instance. Until this stage everything went fine. What lead to my problem : I also wiped the cache and installed CyanogenMod 7.2 and the Google apps from ZIP files and from the Recovery Mode interface. But now my phone is broken. When it now boots, it shows the stylised M logo, but then switches to an entire black screen. The phone is still on so I have to pull the battery to shut it down. I would like to reboot into Recovery Mode but this doesn't work : I am never able to see the Recovery Mode logo (a warning sign with a little android). How should I do it ? What I have tried : I tried to boot while holding the Power and the 'X' button, as adviced on different forums. This still leads to the black screen. At this state, pressing the Search hardware button does nothing. Holding the Power and the Volume Up button has no more effect. I am able to enter Bootloader Mode by holding Power and Up Arrow. ![Procedure suggested by Verizon](http://i.stack.imgur.com/xQPxe.gif) I also tried to use a live CD from here with ezSBF, but I get errors in the process and then my phone reboots in Bootloader mode and shows the following error:               Critical Error:     FEBE 0047      After that I still cannot get to Recovery Mode.


Samsung galaxy S3 phonenumber sync facebook

I had the HTC wildfire S like a week ago. It managed to automaticly fill my contact list with phone numbers and pictures from Facebook. Is this function not in the galaxy s3? If so, how can I get it?


What is a good guide that shows new Android users how to properly backup and Flash a new ROM?

I've had my Samsung Captivate for almost a year now, It's my first smartphone, and I've just recently decided to root it. Being new to root and not having the greatest understanding of the Android system or the Linux/Unix system I still want to install CyanogenMod. Does anyone know a good guide for someone like me? It doesn't have to be CyanogenMod specific.


How to restore stock firmware on HTC One mini

I've bought HTC One mini as my first smartphone and I would like to know: how do I revert to a version of Android that my phone came with? Will I always have this possibility by default, or should I do take specific measures to this end? (e.g. back up my firmware, back up certificates or have my phone rooted)


Private setting in standard calendar from ICS

I switched from 2.3 to 4.0 on my SII and miss an option in the standard calendar app: There used to be a setting for private appointments, which could be seen at the very end during creating a new appointment after selection of extra options. Neither the option, nor the setting seem to exist anymore. Does anyone know how to set this or has the option been deleted? I need the feature, since I use my synchronized company calendar for both work and other appointments, where privat ones are marked as private in Outlook. I know that there are other calendar apps around, but I like to keep the setup as it was before if possible.


unable to log into google+ account or google play acount via chrome or app

I have a new smartphone (samsung galaxy s4) without a SIM currently. when i try to login to my google+ account with it google says that the password is wrong although it works on my desktop computer and my old Nexus S smartphone. i've turned 2-step verification off on my desktop computer but it still doesn't help in the new samsung. if i wan't to install an app which is already installed on the nexus 2 to the new samsung the google play reports on the samsung that it is already installed although there is no sign to it on the device.


Images are not being scanned in Kitkat

I have nexus4 with Kitkat 4.4.2. I added .nomedia file in DCIM/Camera folder. After restarting the phone, Gallery didn't show any of the pics from that folder. I removed the .nomedia file from the folder, but the gallery doesn't show any images. After rebooting the phone couple of times and trying few media scanning apps, it shows new images which I took from the camera. But it doesn't show any old images. What could be the problem? What can I do so that it shows old images too?


S Planner stopped working

Have a Galaxy SIII MIni and recently the S Planner stopped working. I can add Tasks but tapping Events results in a blank screen where no text enters. When going to Quick Add I can enter text and then get a warning message the text cannot be parsed. I tried Settings Application Manager Stop Force Disable Enable and clearing data and cache to no avail. I restarted but S Planner won´t work


Is the back Chassis for the Canadian Rogers I747M the same as I747 T999?

The camera protection lens on my Samsung Galaxy S3 I747M broke some time ago. The camera itself stopped focusing correctly some time ago as well due to that. At some point, I had to have the camera replaced, though the establishment did not have replacements for the camera protection lens unfortunately. The gentleman I talked to said I could find 2 methods of replacing the lens.   1. Go on EBay and purchase only the protection lens that attaches with a 2 sided tape.   2. Go on EBay and purchase the back chassis piece of my phone. This was the method he said would be preferable as it's the better option for the phone. I think he also mentioned something about OEM but I don't remember that part. (If someone knows, do tell) After looking on EBay, the majority of Chassis replaces seems to be that of the AT&T's I747 T999. From what I understand, the phones are almost identical. Though, I'm not sure this includes the chassis. So, my question is, is the back chassis of the Canadian Rogers I747M, the same as the American I747 T999? Below is a link to an example of what I'm talking about. This is actually my best option so far. At least, from what I've found. If anyone has anything better or that would pertain more so to my phone, it would be appreciated.   http://www.ebay.ca/itm/R036-New-Housing-Back-Chassis-Frame-For-Samsung- Galaxy-S3-i747-T999-Black-Tool-/190875018764?&_trksid=p2056016.m2516.l5255


What LTE Category is Kyocera Hydro XTRM?

Is there any way to find out what speeds a given phone is capable of? For example, MetroPCS Kyocera Hydro XTRM -- what HSPA+ and LTE speeds does it support? The available specs only mention the frequencies, without any mention of User Equipment categories.


Google maps app works without wifi?

So I have been using google maps in airplane mode. I only connect to cafe´s around Barcelona and once I have searched the directions. I leave any wifi in range. Shouldnt that mean my google maps no longer works? However, on the app, when I walk down a street or make a turn, the little blue dot seems to update where I am, regardless of the presence of internet connectivity... If I try retyping a search or starting a new route without wifi, it says that it cant connect to server, which is expected. My question is basically, how does it know to update once I have established a route?


Persistent download notification on Galaxy S3 running Android 4.3

My Galaxy S3 from Sprint keeps showing me that a file (a picture) has been downloaded. I deleted the downloaded file after a day or two, yet the notification still pops up and when I tap on it, it says _item not found_. I believe there is a bug in the software that this keeps happening. How can I get rid of this? _Note_ : **I don't want** to get rid of download notifications at all, just this one.


Camera app that takes picture as soon as it has focus

I'm at a concert and I want to leave the camera app open and have it snap multiple photos as soon as it has focus. Is there an app for that?


Most apps crashing after Galaxy S4 update to 4.4.2 (with SQLite exceptions)

I just updated my (stock firmware) Galaxy S4 from 4.2.2 to 4.4.2 using Kies and now most apps crash when I start them. When I look into the stack trace, the reason for all apps is the same: an SQLiteException with the message: "Could not open the database in read/write mode" Is anybody else getting this, or know a fix?


Cannot make changes to specific folder

My phone is rooted with aokp build 38 on it. It is a Verizon Galaxy Nexus (toro) There is a folder `/sdcard/data` that I can't make any changes to. Some of my apps are trying to use this folder but are not able to because any changes to this folder fail. I tried deleting it but was unable to. I even used `adb shell` with root access and tried to `rmdir`, but it says "Permission Denied" I also tried to `chmod 777` to give full access to the folder, but I still was unable to make any changes to it. I'm at a loss as of what to do to make this directory writeable again.


Low space on HTC Desire with CyanoGenMod 7.1: how to solve it?

I have an HTC Desire GSM. This phone has the known problem of limited memory, so that it was impossible to install more than a couple of apps without running into the "Disk space low" problem. So I rooted it, installed CyanogenMod7 and App2SD. I moved to the SD card almost all of the application (except those that needs notifications: those won'd work if moved to the SD). Still, I periodically get the "Low space" message; it is as if the apps were storing their data on the phone memory. If I go to settings -> applications and clear some application's data, then clear the browser cache, I get rid of the message for a couple of days. How can I definitely get rid of the "Low space" notification, while keeping my applications installed? Please note:   * I've read that it could be possible to repartition the SD card and "mount" it so that it extends the phone own memory. I've seen several conflicting instructions about the procedure (and, e.g. the order of the partitions on the SD card) and, while I managed to partition the card, I never managed to have Android "mount" the extra partition. I've also read instructions saying that recent versions of Cyanogenmod don't support the sd partition anymore.   * The phone is already rooted, hence solutions requiring root are OK   * I installed Cyanogenmod 7.1.0, but I have not particular preference to that mod. If necessary, I am open to install any mod that works on the phone and is stable for everyday use. UPDATE: This wiki page is the reference that says that the sd partition is not supported anymore: > Apps2ext (previously called apps2SD) moved all user installed apps to a > secondary ext partition on your sdcard. This method had the advantage of > being straight forward and simple, However, it had the drawback of being > difficult to set up. This method is no longer officially supported by > CyanogenMod


deleting photos from device

I see this when I go to delete from the _Photos_ app > "Deleting will remove the photos and videos on your device and also any > backups in your account" "Cancel"/"Delete everywhere" is there a way to delete from my device without deleting the backup on my Google+ account Nexus 4 Android 4.4.4


Why isn't Google Earth for Android available in India?

Google returns lots of results on this question, but none of them give the answer. See the comments on this official post: https://plus.google.com/106191537604091348855/posts/V6bM4TRV4Re Some are speculating that Government isn't allowing it. But, I don't think so. It's because Google Earth desktop version is available in India and satellite view in Google Maps is also available in India. Why exactly Google Earth isn't available in India?


Can you unlock brand new phones?

I saw a cheap Verizon HTC ONE M8 on eBay, but I am on AT&T. If I was to get that phone, could I unlock it straight away? I thought I remember hearing somewhere that you can't unlock phones for a few months after their release. Sorry if this is the wrong site to ask.


Is there a reason Google Reader drains this much battery?

It doesn't strike me as normal that Google Reader should drain more battery than even my screen. Is this a known bug, or is it a settings issue? I'm using 4.1.1 ![Phone Print Screen](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ppFpS.jpg)


Strange (unfamilar screen) on my Galaxy Tab?

I have a Galaxy Tab 10.1. It was powered off and charging when my nephew picked it up and turned in on. When he handed it to me on the screen was a graphic of an open box, the android logo with the words downloading. It has been in this state for 4 hours now and I cannot switch the device on or off. Please help me understand what has happened and what I should do.


When my android shuts down due to depleted battery, is there any recommended cleanup?

My Galaxy S3 has stopped charging via USB cable. Its a hassle but not a terribly big deal - I bought 6 batteries and two battery chargers and I always have a few fully charged batteries in my pocket. I try to shut down and swap batteries before running out, a couple of times per week I DO forget to do it in time and Android shuts down on me. Of course I need to try to do better at changing my batteries to avoid the shutdown. But given that it IS happening 50+ times per year, I am wondering if there is any sort of cleanup I need to do? Any log files to delete?


Copy data from phone to wifi network

USB port on my phone broke (can't transfer data). My phone uses built-in memory, no memory card. It works, I connect to wifi, etc. Is there any software or easy way to copy all my files from phone to network? Mostly I need to get pictures and videos out. Using email will be tooo slow.


Multiple phone numbers per SIM contact

Some time ago I owned an Sony Ericson mobile phone. It was able to store a contact on the SIM card and add information like adress or multible phone numbers. Why isn´t it possible to do the same thing on newer Smartphones? I heard that old phones stored multiple contacts on the sim card by creating a contat for every information and combine it in the view, could that be true?


Sporadic SMS on Galaxy Nexus after upgrade to 4.3?

I have an unlocked Galaxy Nexus I bought directly from Google and use a T-Mobile plan. Last week, I got the OTA update for 4.3. Since then, I haven't consistently been able to send text messages. The usual scenario is:   1. Send a text message.   2. It hangs at sending (Messaging eats up more battery than normal during this.)   3. It'll sit there indefinitely until I send another text. Tested this by waiting all day on two occasions.   4. After I send another text, either a.) that one hangs too or b.) that one, and any ones that are stuck at sending, will all simultaneously send. It's like the successive text wakes up all the other ones. This happens enough to not be coincidence, and as I said I've let the stuck messages sit there for about eight hours without sending any more messages and they would not send until after I did. Anyone have any idea what's going on here?


What determines if a phone will accept a microphone in the audio jack - hardware or software?

I have two Android phones: a Nexus S and a T-mobile G2. I just bought a new set of headphones that have a built-in microphone. The Nexus S seems to recognize audio input but the T-mobile G2 does not. Is it a hardware limitation or because I am running Android 2.3.6 on my G2 and Icecream Sandwich on my Nexus S?


Using Apple Lossless with Google Play Music

I have a lot of music encoded in Apple Lossless (ALAC), but Google Play Music doesn’t seem to support it. Instead Google Play Music supports FLAC, but iTunes doesn’t support it. I don’t care how encoded my music are, but want to encode these without any loss. How do you guys manage your lossless music using iTunes + Google Play Music? I believe it’s not only my problem. **Edit** : Okay, I finally gave up, and encoded my all files encoded in ALAC/FLAC to normal AAC. There seems no way to use both at a time as of now.


How to remove device(s) from My Market Account?

I know I can choose **"Hidden in menus"** and never see the devices again when I install a application. But I don't want my old mobile phones display in my account settings anymore. I have sold those phones already and never use them again! In fact, the list look likes a cemetery in my mind now. ;(


unlinking android mobile from google play store

I have 2 android mobiles and now I'm not using one of them.Is it possible to unlink the mobile which I'm not using from the Google play store?


disassociate a device I don't have anymore from market account?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  How to remove device(s) from My Market Account? How can I disassociate a device I don't have anymore from my Google Market account? This is a device that I used to have working but it's not anymore, so I don't want it to show up in my Google Market account.


Is it possible to leave some apps in the internal memory while using S2E?

Well, is it possible? I have a Galaxy Ace with the official CyanogenMod ROM. I only have a class 4 micro SD card and is using the SD Speed Increase app. I was wondering if I could leave some apps (like handcent sms, go launcher ex, etc) in the internal memory while retaining other apps in the sd-ext partition. Thanks.


Phone connected as USB storage but PC can't connect to SD card

I have a Huawei Prism II, and my laptop is running Win7. When I connect it to my laptop's USB port, I get a notification that says "Connected as USB storage," but when I go to My Computer, the phone is showing as:               CD Drive (E:) Mobile Partner     0 bytes free of 7.75 MB     CDFS      So the SD card's memory isn't available to transfer files. When I go to the Notifications screen and tap "Connected as USB storage", the radio button for "USB storage device" is already selected. I can select the "Media device (MTP)" option and successfully perform file transfer to/from my SD card this way, but I'm wondering why the "USB storage device" option doesn't make the SD card available.


Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 USB Debugging Detection Issues

My PC - well, specifically, Flashtool - doesn't detect that my X10 has USB Debugging turned on, even though it displays that it has been activated both in the Settings menu and the notification shade. I've tried the modded Flashtool from XDA-Dev, and the latest versions, but to no avail. Any suggestions? I believe the drivers are up to date, as I can turn storage mode on when plugging it in and transfer files just fine. Rooted, running stock. It was fine pre-root, but as soon as I rooted it the first time around, it hasn't been able to detect. Recovery can't be flashed due to the lack of debugging.


Aborting Bootloader process

I wanted to superroot my Samsung Galaxy Nexus I9250 and then I got to the bootloader and couldn't solve my problem. The problem was that the driver installed on my computer was an unknown device and wouldn't read my phone or something (code 43). How can i abort the **bootloader** process and just my phone get back to **factory** settings?


USB connection problem

I have a problem with my Samsung p1010, I started backing up my files prior to having it updated in a Samsung service center. After updating it, my files were gone, lucky i had it backed up. However, when I connected my device into my PC, it did not detect it like before. I cannot open the folder for the tab, and the tab just went to connecting to MTP or something.


Sound output in speakers even with bluetooth headset connected

I use a bluetooth headset (Motorola S305) with my Nexus 4 (Stock 4.4.2) but when my phone rings or I receive a notification the sound comes in both, speakers and headset, I want to set everything to the headset, is that possible?


Prevent autocomplete of addresses from gmail in android email application

I use my Galaxy S3 for both work and personal email messaging. I use gmail for personal and the stock email application, synced to Microsoft Exchange, for work email. However, when I compose an email in the stock email application, it sometimes autocompletes with an address from gmail. This is very irritating (and has resulted in some mis-sent emails), and I want to disable it entirely. I do not want to see ANY addresses from my "Gmail Contacts" in the stock email app. I only want to see suggested emails from my Exchange contacts. Possible? Also, in the meantime I have enabled the "delayed send" feature to remind myself to check email addresses before sending.


Is there someway to make "My maps" in google maps available offline with location markers?

I see how to save a map area offline, but how can I make sure the markers layer on"my maps" is saved for offline use? I see how to view it as a layer, but are all the layers saved for offline use? (Seems unlikely and a waste of resources.) How do you save a select few for offline map use?


How to add 5 week shift schedule to calendar?

I need a way to set in my workschedule wich repeats over 5 weeks in the calender, it looks like this:               NNNN FFF     LLL FF MM     MM FF NNN     FFF LLLL     FF MMM FF      (Night, Free, Late, Morning) Is there any way to do this? I really want it in my calendar and not as a seperate app, I've seen "My Work Schedule" and "Work Calendar Lite" but they're not at all what I need. Using a Samsung Galaxy S3, hope somebody's able to help me out, this really sucks, especially since my colleagues can easily do it on their Iphone ...


Why is sftp (client) so slow on Android?

I've encountered this across numerous Android clients on several devices and I don't understand it. Why is sftp so slow? For instance, transferring a single large file from my laptop vs my Nexus 7 on my home LAN I am getting a factor of **20** difference in speeds. The Nexus 7 is getting about 250-300KBps while the laptop is getting 5-6MBps. The server (debian sid) is connecting to a 802.11n router via a wired connection and both wireless devices are supposedly n (though the laptop reports 150Mbps connection and the Nexus 7 only 65Mbps. I know there's overhead and interference and whatnot but this just doesn't make sense to me. Is there some trick here or some way to speed up the transfer? I'm even willing to switch protocols if it would help. This problem has been floating around for a while but I haven't seen any constructive solution. The fact that >4.0 forces MTP which still has flaky linux support makes this issue all the more pressing.


Is is possible to sync my Samsung Galaxy S with an exchange account, but only the calendar, not the emails?

I managed to **sync** my Galaxy Samsung S running Froyo with **an exchange server**. But I am really **only interested in the calender data, not the emails**. Someone knows how to do this ?


ODIN vs. Nandroid backups?

I've been told that ODIN backups are preferred to Nandroid ones, but I've only ever used the latter. What are the features that differ between them, and how is one better than another? Also, if it is true that ODIN is better, and I want to use it, can I without a Samsung device? It seems to me that I won't be able to use it if I have an HTC, which is a bummer if it's really that good! In that case, is there another utility that is available for sans-Samsung Android users?


icecream sandwich upgrade Galaxy s II and e-mail

I upgraded the os on my Samsung Galaxy SII and had some challenges, however the tech team for Sprint where I go fixed them all except my e-mail. Here is what is going on. I now can receive mail but not send. I have set the account up on another phone excactly like mine and same thing. What is strange is that it did send for about 6 hours after the upgrade and again a few days later it sent for about 48 hours and now nothing. Any ideas?


Is it possible to output audio from the speakers while a Bluetooth headset is connected?

In iOS, this is achieved by double-tapping the home button, swiping right twice, and selecting the speakers. Can this be done in Android?


Google+ app does not launch live video hangout

Device: Nexus 4   Android: 4.3 When there is a live video hangout, the Google+ app makes a button available on the post called `Watch Hangout On Air`. However when I press it, YouTube launches the What to Watch screen, but the hangout video isn't in the list and nothing auto-plays. The live Hangout is occurring. I can watch it on my laptop by using the same G+ post to launch it as I'm trying to use from my phone inside the app. I've cleared the App Defaults for both the Google+ app and for YouTube. The Hangouts app has no defaults set yet. My apps are all the latest versions. I've used the back button in the YouTube app and have backed right out of it altogether, just to check that the live hangout video isn't hidden behind another screen activity. Does anybody have any suggestions?


Why does my Milestone Droid erroneously report a drained battery once every few weeks?

Every so often, my phone (Motorola Milestone, firmware 2.1-update1) decides that the battery is almost drained and that I have to turn the phone off. This may happen just a few hours after charging it, and a subsequent restart confirms that yes, the battery does still have a charge, still at 70-80% capacity. This tends to happen every few weeks, and it's been happening basically ever since I bought the phone a few months ago, so I'm pretty sure it's not a charge memory issue, especially when combined with the fact that the problem is intermittent and very infrequent. Does anyone know why this might happen, and what I could do to fix it?


Are there any devices that are like an iPod Touch, but run Android?

A lot of people like iPod Touches because they're almost identical to iPhones, but without cell service (and the monthly fees that go along with it), while still being able to connect to a wireless network. Are there any alternative devices that run Android? Bonus points if it has at least 24 GB of storage.


Does access to logcat need root?

My device is already rooted, this is why I'm asking. Do you need root to monitor the logcat stream on the phone? If I ran the logcat command from within a Terminal on the phone, would that work?


Shaking notification bar

On an Asus Transformer Prime, my notification bar at the bottom of the screen will randomly start dancing up and down, and sometimes just scramble then go normal. When it does either one of these behaviours, I need to restart my Android to get it to stop. When it scrambles, the rest of the screen is fine, and I can click on areas of the bar that are messed up as if it wasn't, and access their functions (i.e. Back, Home, etc)


Unable to Sync Evernote?

I have a new Samsung Galaxy Y, I am able to sync in GMail, Google Calendar and also completely use Google Maps, but I am not able to Sync in the Evernote App. What's Wrong?


"Cannot download, not enough space" when "Phone Storage" clearly lists enough space

I just installed Android 2.1 on my Pandigital Novel. Anytime I try to download an app (via WiFi), I get this error: `Unable to download. Not enough space on phone.` However, the phone lists the free space as being 125.57Mb, about 25 times the size of the file I wanted to install. I took the APKs I was trying to download and put them on my SD card. I was able to install them to the device from there proving it does indeed have space. What should I do?


MotoG. Dual SIM. Hide unused SIM icons in the notification bar

I just bought MotoG (kitkat) Dual SIM variant in India. Currently I'm using only one SIM but in the top notification status bar I see both SIM icons even for unused SIM with red cross mark which is bit annoying. I tried to google but couldn't find a solution for this. Appreciate any help to hide the Unused SIM notifications in the status bar.


Why My android device show less RAM and Slow at Jelly bean?

I bought a new Samsung galaxy S Advance(GT-i9070). It came with Gingerbread. It was actually a phone with 768 RAM. I clearly verified this with the shop when I bought it. Last day I upgraded my phone to Jell bean with official Russian firmware and reset to factory default settings. But now the phone seems very slow . Also full RAM Capacity seems 521 MB at Application manager. All applications are now consuming memory from total 521 MB memory. My question is- where is remaining memory? How can I obtain the remaining memory to speed my phone? Some people on the web say to root the phone, install ROM manager etc. Are these approaches good? Please give me a solution


Is it safe to install cyogenMod on my rooted, bricked , then unrooted Samsung Captivate

My Samsung captivate was running the latest version of Android available to it which is 2.3.5 Gingerbread. I rooted it by installing ClockworkMod Recovery, (flashing zImage using heimdall on Ubuntu), I then installed CyanogenMod 10. It worked up until the point I went and tried to restore the data or db data(can't remember) part of the backup I made in CWM. This broke the ROM I had to revert to a stock ROM I found. Firmware version: `2.1-update1` Baseband Version: `I897ucjf6` I then tried to restore the custom ROM to no avail. The CWM recovery log said something to the extent of I can't re partition the device or mount the device due to a bad sector. The long and short it did not work. When I start the phone normally, it does not boot. When I hold 2 vol keys the screen looks as if a VGA cable is not connected properly - everything is colorful, but distorted (no text is recognizable). Is there a way to get an official (or official-ish) version of Android 4.1 on my phone, preferably using Odin 100% of the time so I am not having to boot into recovery and apply update from zip (Although I can do this if needs be). Should I use Kies Mini to update to Gingerbread and try again? Should I just forget about my Android 4.1 dream? I followed this guide the first time I rooted the phone. I downloaded CyanogenMod 10 from their seemingly official website under the Samsung Captivate section.


Alternative way to perform factory reset

My friend's daughter was playing with the unlocking screen and of course she used up all the attempts and locked the device for good. Since this tablet was bought some time ago just for her amusement, no one remembers what was the google account they used - possibly a phony one created just for the purpose of using the device. This discards google recovery as an option. It's a cheapo tablet sold here by Walmart under ONN brand. I did some research and have found it's being made by YiFang Digital and marketed as M7000NBD http://www.yifangdigital.com/product/M7000NBD.aspx According to the manufacturer, it's powered by AML8726-MXS Dual Core + Mali TM-400 and it's running Android 4.2. Unless it came like that from the factory, it's not rooted, and it has only 3 buttons: PWR, VOL UP, VOL DOWN. My friend doesn't care about the data stored on this device and I offered to help thinking that I will be able to perform a factory reset the usual way. I was wrong. When I use the PWR + VOL UP key combination, to enter Android system recovery, first thing that shows up after the boot is an Android figure with a red triangle and an exclamation mark. If I press the PWR+VOL UP again, the system recovery menu shows up but I can not navigate through its options. At least not using the VOL UP/DOWN buttons. The only button that works is the PWR, but since "reboot system now" is the option selected by default, it's the only action I can perform from within this menu. When the above failed, I thought about ADB as an alternative way. Unfortunately the USB debugging seems to be turned off so, as far as my limited knowledge goes, there is no way of running ADB shell in that case. For obvious reasons, there is also no way of switching it on. Is there any other option to factory reset this device? Or maybe there is a way to make the system recovery menu respond? If it makes any difference, I have a Windows 7 desktop and two notebooks running Windows 8 and Ubuntu 13.10 respectively.


What is the "Duplicate Provider" error?

I have installed Angry birds from the official android market. I tried installing the Angry Birds Seasons free version today, and while installing I got a pop-up message saying "Duplicate provider" and the installation terminated. I am running ICS on Nexus S, if it's relevant.


HTC Desire save files to phone memory

I recently had problems with my SD card so I'm using the phone without it for now. I'm not able to download any files except apps from Google play. For example a pdf through the web browser or a picture attachment trough gmail. I get error messages saying I need an SD card. There is enough space in the phone memory. Is there any way to bypass this? I don't see any options for it in settings. Thanks in advance.


Connecting Galaxy S3 to DisplayPort via MHL HDTV Adaptor

I have a Samsung Galaxy S3, and I just bought the Samsung HDTV Adapter (MHL to HDMI). However, my Dell U2412M monitor only has VGA, DVI or DisplayPort. So I also bought an HDMI to displayPort converter cable. Alas, the connection doesn't work. I know that everything is properly connected. The Samsung MHL is properly connected to both the phone and the (official Samsung) charger. The HDMI cable goes from there to the displayPort to HDMI (female) adapter, which in turn is properly fitted to the monitor. Then, I switch the input on the monitor to DisplayPort, and sadly my monitor goes to power save mode. Is there anything I can do to make this configuration work? If not, have you got any advice?


Create Defy Kernel Backup

I own a Motorola Defy and it is running 2.2.2. I was wondering if i could create a backup of my kernel by any means! Is there any software/application/method which can help me achieve this? Thanks


how can make two android devices show the same video simultaneously?

I would like to attach two android tablets to the back of my car head rests so that my two children can watch films on long journeys. I want them to be watching the exact same video at the same time, and I want them to be as in sync as possible, because the sound will be played over the car's speakers. I am open to any solution: whether it's having a separate machine as a streaming server running windows, linux, or another android tablet. Another solution might be that the two devices have both have the files on them, but control data is being sent from one device to another - master/slave style. In a truly ideal world, it would be controllable by a device by someone sitting in the front, but that's a nice to have. My question is - are there any apps that allow any of these scenarios? I have been looking for about three hours myself and haven't found anything. nb: Pressing play simultaneously on the two devices is not a viable option, and neither is getting the children to wear headphones.


Quickly switch input methods (swype->other)

I'd like to be able to switch from Swype to Hacker Keyboard from within programs, especially ConnectBot and TerminalEmulator. Hacker Keyboard comes with a shortcut to switch to others, but Swype doesn't. If there are workarounds to reduce the number of clicks needed to switch input methods, those would also be welcome.


Where is this Twitter App hiding?

I changed my twitter password a while ago, and periodically, when my phone has been off or totally offline, I'll get an alert: "Twitter sign in failed" but the Icon looks like a twitter icon, not Seesmic or Tweetdeck, the two apps I use. I'm assuming the problem from the app perspective is that my password isn't working. From my perspective, the problem is that I can't even figure out what app is sending these prompts. Seesmic and Tweetdeck have my new password, and I don't see a "Twitter" app in my applications anywhere. How do I even begin to figure out where this alert is coming from?


Samsung Galaxy S2 on Sprint sudden Drop in Battery Life

Since I got this device in mid November to now, I have had great battery life usually lasting almost two full days and never having a problem for one day unless I'd been using it excessively. Suddenly yesterday I started losing power and the device is dead in just about 8 hours, with the graph of battery loss showing only Skype and Android OS. I haven't used Skype at all and don't know why it would even show up on this graph, but Android OS usually hadn't been showing up as more than about 5-15% of my total battery usage, much less overshadowing everything else. I uninstalled Skype thinking it may have updated and have noticed no difference at all. I've started looking for solutions online, and found forums for "android OS bug fixes" but nothing that detailed anything similar to this situation. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1135033 I have had Gingerbread 2.3.3 since I got this phone (annoyingly.. where is ICS Samsung??) I'm pretty sure and have had no battery drain problems such as this at all until just recently. I had not made any changes to the system nor any applications or widgets and see no reason why suddenly the OS would start to consume my battery erroneously. I don't have WiFi on typically unless I'm in a zone where I do have it and sketchy service such as at work sometimes (I am a student and only work about 15 hours a week on top of classes) and at home if I'm updating apps or using my phone a lot and want the quicker service. GPS and Bluetooth are always off, along with 4G unless I will be currently using it a lot in a 4G zone. Basically, I see no reason why my battery life should suddenly become awful when I had been having such a wonderful experience with this phone for months. What could have caused this and how can I reverse it?? Thanks!


link 2sd working but apps not move to sd card

I created second partition on sd card. But when I mood apps to sd it's showing insufficient storage available on sd card. But my sd card total blank


Application in Market that Open click returns you back to the market

I had NetFlix installed on ASUS Eee Transformer and since I am not using it, I uninstalled it. But now Android Market tells me there are updates, which I do not wish to do, and it acts as though it is still installed. Ok, I went to open it to see the app, and Open just takes me back to the Android Market page. I see the same behavior on Mobo Video player. I installed it, it said to go get the codecs, so I did, then when I open it, I get sent back to the Android Market page. Tried uninstalling, same basic behavior. How do I clean these up? They seem to be in some kind of installed/uninstalled limbo. Running the latest update from ASUS, so Android 3.2.1 and latest firmware.


Video Streamer that can connect via proxy

Hello I connect my phone to the internet via wifi, using connectify, my internet is via a proxy. I've managed to set wifi proxy, but this works for only the Internet app, my video players fail to stream, probably because they're going direct and not passing through the proxy. My question is ; Is there a video player that works via proxy? I'm not rooted.


Unable to fix FTM

I turned off my phone after using Skype. When I turned my phone back on, its screen said F.T.M. It won't move and put the homescreen up. When it was working, the MMS would not send nor recieve photos.


Get original xperia play content back on device after removing it

I've rooted my phone a while ago, deleted random apps I didn't really need that were pre installed. But now there's a potential buyer so I'd like to restore to the way it was the second I've brought it from the shop. Default factory reset didn't help as I've deleted games and stuff. So, is there a way to get everything back?


Why does accepting Calendar invites open a browser? Can I prevent it?

I'm on an unrooted Galaxy Nexus, and using stock Gmail and Calendar apps on Android 4.1.1. But I am using Chrome rather than the stock browser. When I get a invite from a Gmail user to my Gmail account, it appears with "Yes/Maybe/No" option links and an invite.ics attachment (which doesn't do anything: "No app can open this attachment for viewing").   * Clicking one of "Yes/Maybe/No", whether I have already done so or not, opens Chrome with a warning "You are trying to use the desktop version of Google Calendar from a mobile browser [...] use the mobile version instead?"     * If I click "OK" I get the mobile browser version of Calendar, but it's a view of today's appointments. There is no mention of the event I've responded to or any confirmation message about my response having been registered.     * If I click "Cancel" I get the desktop version of Calendar showing the details of the appointment and a messaging confirming the response I have sent.   * In either case, the event is in my calendar; the invite remains in my inbox. I guess the core of my question is whether I can prevent the browser opening at all - surely the mechanics of accepting invites should be performed in the Calendar app and thus work offline? _Note that this question is about invites from Google Calendar and not about handling .ics files in general._


Is it possible to update the Android platform my phone runs on?

I just got my first Android phone. The ZTE Score which runs on Android 2.3.4.. I'm curious if I can update to a newer Android os, or if I'm stuck with 2.3.4..


How to factory reset without data loss and undue pain?

I ran into a serious SMS bug, which knowledgeable users seem to be saying means the SMS message database is corrupt (source 1, source 2). This is consistent with my current experience. In my case I lost all ~1000 messages and still have some issues after that. So I want to factory reset my phone. While I have not rooted my phone, I have performed significant customization, and have somewhere around 150 apps installed, including a few paid apps (UltimateJuice, ...). What things do I need to explicitly backup? What can I do to minimize the pain? I don't care about save points in games. Surprisingly, I cannot find any good documentation of this using any obvious Google search terms. (I am aware of How do I perform a full pre-rooting backup of an Android phone?, which doesn't really offer an answer to my question.) For Google cloud things such as contacts, do I need to backup the cloud version just in case, so the phone doesn't wipe them from the cloud? Fortunately, most of my personal notes are stored in cloud applications like Catch and Evernote. I presume these should be unaffected. As far as I can tell the BackupMySettings option is not available for my phone (Samsung Epic running 2.1). My paid apps come back from Market anyway, right? I guess I could pay $4 for MyBackupPro if it really made things simpler, but there would need to be some way to NOT backup the corrupted SMS database files. Also I am assuming carrier-bundled apps such as Swype will automatically work. * * * P.S. I have Marigold Android Backup and backed up to the SD card (except SMS/MMS). I also have mIQ but I'm not sure I trust that to do a restore. Factory resetting the phone will not affect the SD card, correct? P.P.S. I have AppBrain. Is that automatically remembering all apps I have on the phone, so it will suggest installing all of them if I just install AppBrain? Or will it only do that for apps installed through AppBrain?


Extract data from encrypted Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Android device

I have the US Samsung Galaxy Note 8 GT-N5110 and last night I downloaded and installed the latest kitkat firmware. After I unlock the phone (I have full encryption on), it just goes to a black screen. I tried to load from the cache (in recovery mode cache/fota/update.zip), but after it does the same thing. Practically everything on the device is stored in the cloud, except for a few files from the S Note that did not sync in the last 2 weeks. Is there any way to recover the files? I tried connecting it to kies, but it doesn't find it. If I try to manually enter the device information it gives me only the option to do a factory reset and then it will update it to the latest firmware. I read somewhere, but I can't seem to find it now, that if I were to download CM that they have some tool to backup and then I can somehow use that to recover my files. Is this true in my case since I have full encryption. I just wish that after I enter the password I could just connect through adb and get the files. Any help would be greatly appreciated. **Update 19 JUN 2014:** I love the support here! lol. Well just wanted to let everyone know (if anyone out there in the www is interested, that is), that I ended up downloading the firmware from a website, but that too didn't work. I loaded the firmware using hemdall. It now loads to "downloading", every-time you reboot or shut it off and turn it back on. It does however say "samsung official build", so at least I didn't download some modified version of the firmware, unless they're that good. Anyways, luckily I have coverage on it. I was told that I just need to call a number and they'll either replace the unit, or give me a refund. I did buy the new Note 12.2 LTE, so it gave me an excuse to get something new I guess lol. Moral of the story, don't assume you're stuff is always backed up, even if it's on auto-sync, verify 100% that it did the last sync. You might lose 2 weeks worth of notes like I did, but it wasn't a big deal for me. I had notes from a tutor which were better than my notes.


Stop Android File Transfer Popping Up

Bit annoying that Android File Transfer pops up whenever I connect my Nexus 7 to the Macbook. Is there any way to keep it active but hidden initially?


How can I specify a default contact for merged contacts?

I have some contacts on my phone that appear in all or some of:   * my phone   * my google contacts   * skype   * facebook Thankfully, Android allows me to link that contacts, so that I have only one entry in my phonebook with access to all the different sources. However, the names aren't always identical. For instance:   * in some cases the name is in English, in others in Hebrew   * some have the full name, others only the first name Is there any way to select which of these is the default display name?


What happens when displaying through Miracast using low resolution device and high resolution external display?

I am considering purchase of an Android tablet with 1024 x 600 screen resolution and Android 4.4 KitKat. I believe it will support Miracast to cast its display to a Miracast receiver. The Miracast receiver will be attached to a 1920 × 1080 native resolution TV. Will Android take full advantage of the full 1920 × 1080 resolution of the Miracast destination device? What are my options and what would happen on the tablet's screen? What happens on the TV's screen? **OR: Do I need a tablet / phone with 1920 × 1080 resolution in order to Miracast at full 1920 × 1080 resolution on the external display?**


Run OpenWRT inside a VM on Android 4.4

Would it be possible to run a VM on a rooted Android device and run OpenWRT inside that VM?


Phone using mobile data instead of Wi-Fi

I installed Cyanogenmod on my HTC Desire about a month ago and have just received my first mobile bill. Before installing Cyanogenmod, I'd use maybe 200-300MB per month, because most places (home/work) I spend time have Wi-Fi that I can use. I have scheduled downloads of podcasts over Wi-Fi, configured to only use Wi-Fi (BeyondPod)... although I found that this setting had been unset when I changed from having 2 accounts on the phone (one Google Apps and one not) to just having 1 (Google Apps)... so I guess the preferences had been saved under the account I removed. Have had just received my first bill since I changed to Cyanogenmod and I've apparently used 4GB of data! That's going to cost me over $100 extra, so I'm not best pleased. Some points/thoughts/questions...   * I have Wi-Fi and mobile data enabled all the time.   * Podcast downloads were scheduled for 4am so, even with the "only use Wi-Fi" option disabled, it should have downloaded over Wi-Fi at that time as I spend nearly every night at home and therefore on Wi-Fi   * Sometimes when I unlock the phone, I see the mobile data symbol on screen briefly as well as the Wi-Fi one.   * Is there a setting somewhere that is turning off Wi-Fi when the phone is locked?    * Is there a way I can prevent the phone from using mobile data when it's connected to Wi-Fi... and how do I make sure it's connected to Wi-Fi as much as possible?   * Anyone got any tips/tricks to share for this scenario?


Re-installing Google Play Store

My Google Play store, as well as all of my apps, are messed up. Every one of them has an Android icon and an SD card emblem at the bottom right. I do not know how to get my Play Store back, and I can not use any apps. Can anyone help?


I want to root my phone

Can anyone tell me what is the easiest way to root my phone. I have a Samsung galaxy note 2. And what does it mean to flash a new Rom?


How to add new rows on a Google Docs spreadsheet?

Usually, in desktop version of Google Docs spreadsheet, I will enter a number of new rows if current document has no rows remaining, so I can extend down the document. I installed Google Drive on my Gingerbread and has a spreadsheet file in it. When I open it, I want to do so with my Android app but how can I do it? Which button should I press?


Songs from Google Play don't show up on phone

I'm trying to make a custom calendar notification on my mom's Samsung Galaxy S3 (Android 4.1.1) because the built-in ones are too short for her to hear. This article says I can move a music file to the notification folder in MyFiles. So I bought a song from Google Play and looked for the file on her phone. Wasn't there. Checked every folder, but no luck. Did some more searching and found this article from Google Play troubleshooting how to get songs to show up on your phone. Absolutely none of the menu options even existed on my mom's phone, so it was completely unhelpful. Tried to search for how other people added songs as ringtones from Google Play on their phones. I found quite a few articles addressing it. They all said to add the ringtone from the Music Player app. Checked the Music Player app, and the song wasn't there. That might explain why the song doesn't exist on her phone, except I can play the song on her phone through the Play Music app. I clicked "Keep on Device," but the song still doesn't seem to exist. **How do I get the song I bought from Google Play to show up as a file on my mom's phone?** However, if anyone provides a quick way to skip all this mess and just make the notifications last longer, that would be appreciated too.


desktop shortcut that takes a photo and emails it to a fixed address

I am registered with a website that can archive scans of receipts. One way to upload the receipt image is to email it to an email address that's tied to my account. To expedite the process, I want a shortcut on my Android desktop that, when pressed, starts the camera, lets me take & review the photo, and then emails the photo to a fixed email address. I've found lots of apps that take photos and automatically upload them to your favorite photo sharing site, but I haven't run across any that will send them to a pre-configured address.


How to change/remove icons on LG lock screen?

I have `LG Optimus L5` with `Android 4.0.3`. When `screen is locked` there are four icons (Phone, Messaging, E-mail, Camera) in the bottom of it. If I tap on it and slide, screen unlocks and the tapped app is launched. I know there are apps for customizing lock screen but I couldn't find any free to help me with my LG. How can I remove or change this icons on my LG device?


Samsung GT B5330 won't turn on

My Samsung GT B5330 doesn't want to power on. I charge it and when I try to turn it on it just vibrates (short vibration) and doesn't start. I let it charge for 2 hours and then it still did not start. What should I do?


installing openAOS 2.3.5 on Archos 5IT?

I found there is people installing openAOS 2.3.5 on Archos 5IT, but I haven't seen any website detailing the instructions on how to do it. Anyone?


Where are the 'stock wallpapers' stored on the htc Desire S?

I just bought an htc Desire S, which runs Android 2.3 (Gingerbread). I can connect to FTP via BLuetooth's OBEX file transfer, or download one of the many file manager apps on the app store. But one thing is driving me crazy. When you 'Personalize', you get 'Scene', 'Wallpaper', and 'Skin' as the 2 top options. I changed my wallpaper, so I clicked on Wallpaper, and selected 'HTC wallpapers'. For the life of me I can't figure out where on the file system they are stored. I wish to download them to my PC. Where are they?


What's the difference between Camera.apk and com.sec.android.app.camera.apk?

I'm trying to install a modified version of the Camera app on my rooted Samsung Galaxy S (Captivate) through copying to `/system/app` and through installing a zip file via ClockWorkRecovery. It doesn't seem to be working (based on the fact that the modified camera should have no geotagging). Looking in my /system/app/ folder I have `Camera.apk` and `com.sec.android.app.camera.apk`. Are these complementary files or are they different camera app files? `Camera.apk` has a timestamp of August 1, 2008 (which doesn't seem right) and the other has a timestamp of August 1, 2011 (which is around the time I was playing around with this stuff).


Where can I find the Smat Tab 4 Clock and Weather Widget?

The Vodafone Smart Tab 4 has a clock and weather widget that looks like this: ![widget](http://i.stack.imgur.com/vNTT4.jpg) I accidentally deleted the widget, and I cannot find it in the widget list. What's the name of this app? Where can I find it?


Copy Directory to SMB Share Through Terminal

On Rooted Android 4.1, I have it set up to be able to make NAndroid backups through terminal emulator. What I hope to do is schedule a Tasker job to create a NAndroid backup and then copy/move it across wifi to my PC, so I can schedule it to run once a week in the middle of the night. I know MV will move files/directories, but I'm not sure how to specify the network share as the destination. I'll keep looking into it, but if anyone has already solved this one I would love to hear about it!


crashes on CM11 and mysterious low space issues

I have several crashes (eg. can't start whatsapp, google play) sometimes clearing cache work. it's seems there is a race on storage the app that gets first cache works others did not. I tried to install telegram from .apk I get from my other phone I got this "No space left on device" but there is good space (I guess 1.4GB). could it be some permission/ownership problem? kindly find some debug information below which indicates that there is good enough space               [alsadi@localhost adt]$ ./sdk/platform-tools/adb root     adbd is already running as root     [alsadi@localhost adt]$ ./sdk/platform-tools/adb install org.telegram.messenger-1.apk      failed to copy 'org.telegram.messenger-1.apk' to '/data/local/tmp/org.telegram.messenger-1.apk': No space left on device     rm failed for /data/local/tmp/org.telegram.messenger-1.apk, No such file or directory     [alsadi@localhost adt]$ ./sdk/platform-tools/adb shell     root@galaxysl:/ # df /data/local/tmp/     Filesystem               Size     Used     Free   Blksize     /data/local/tmp/         1.9G   478.7M     1.4G   4096     root@galaxysl:/ # ls -ld /data                                                      drwxrwx--x system   system            2014-02-28 14:54 data     root@galaxysl:/ # ls -ld /data/local                                                drwxr-x--x root     root              2014-01-01 16:07 local     root@galaxysl:/ # ls -ld /data/local/tmp                                            drwxrwx--x shell    shell             2014-02-13 21:28 tmp     root@galaxysl:/ # df     Filesystem               Size     Used     Free   Blksize     /dev                   226.1M   136.0K   226.0M   4096     /sys/fs/cgroup         226.1M     0.0K   226.1M   4096     /mnt/asec              226.1M     0.0K   226.1M   4096     /mnt/obb               226.1M     0.0K   226.1M   4096     /mnt/fuse              226.1M     0.0K   226.1M   4096     /efs                    12.5M     6.8M     5.7M   4096     /radio                  18.5M    14.3M     4.2M   4096     /system                433.5M   359.4M    74.1M   4096     /cache                 293.2M     5.3M   288.0M   4096     /data                    1.9G   478.7M     1.4G   4096     /mnt/media_rw/sdcard1    15.1G     8.6G     6.5G   32768     /storage/sdcard1        15.1G     8.6G     6.5G   32768     /mnt/media_rw/sdcard0     1.5G     1.2G   361.7M   32768     /mnt/secure/asec         1.5G     1.2G   361.7M   32768     /storage/sdcard0         1.5G     1.2G   361.7M   32768     /mnt/asec/com.backflipstudios.android.ninjumpdeluxe-1    40.0M    38.4M     1.5M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.google.zxing.client.android-1     2.0M   708.0K     1.3M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.mxtech.videoplayer.ad-2    20.0M    18.2M     1.8M   4096     /mnt/asec/jmaster.supaplex.android-1     3.0M     1.8M     1.2M   4096     /mnt/asec/info.obada.abjad-1    12.0M    10.5M     1.5M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.imangi.templerun-1    25.0M    23.5M     1.5M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.koushikdutta.rommanager-1     5.0M     3.3M     1.7M   4096     /mnt/asec/org.telegram.messenger-1    11.0M     9.5M     1.5M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.yahoo.mobile.client.android.imvideo-1    24.0M    22.7M     1.3M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.bigduckgames.flowbridges-2    21.0M    19.3M     1.7M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.mxtech.ffmpeg.v7_neon-2    16.0M    14.8M     1.2M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.google.android.apps.unveil-1     5.0M     3.3M     1.8M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.bti.myPiano-1     8.0M     6.5M     1.5M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.kauf.talking.mytalkingbabymusicstar-1    45.0M    44.0M   984.0K   4096     /mnt/asec/com.pumkin.fun-1    13.0M    11.9M     1.1M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.polarbit.rthunder2lite-1    33.0M    31.2M     1.8M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.skype.raider-1    37.0M    35.2M     1.8M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.game.MarbleSaga-1    27.0M    25.3M     1.7M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.google.android.apps.translate-1     6.0M     4.4M     1.6M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.kiloo.subwaysurf-2    31.0M    29.4M     1.6M   4096     /mnt/asec/org.zwanoo.android.speedtest-1    15.0M    13.3M     1.7M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.adobe.reader-1    12.0M    11.0M     1.0M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.guidedways.iQuran-1    16.0M    14.4M     1.6M   4096     /mnt/asec/info.obada.ashkalalwan-1     5.0M     3.4M     1.6M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.clapfootgames.laserwarsfree-1    26.0M    24.0M     2.0M   4096     /mnt/asec/ua.co.cts.sideup-1     6.0M     4.1M     1.9M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.sand.airdroid-1    11.0M     9.7M     1.3M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.rovio.angrybirdsrio-1    43.0M    36.2M     6.8M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.gamestar.pianoperfect-1    15.0M    13.9M     1.1M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.bigduckgames.flow-2    21.0M    19.3M     1.7M   4096     /mnt/asec/com.bestcoolfungames.antsmasher-1     6.0M     4.7M     1.3M   4096


What is "Additional Safe RAM" (ASRAM) and how do I enable it?

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