Preventing certain WAKELOCKS (NlpCollectorWakeLock, NlpWakeLock) with shell? (e.g. pm command)

As some of you might aware of, the notorious 'NlpCollectorWakeLock' and 'NlpWakeLock' are often the cause of considerable battery drain. I personally make some custom ROMs, and would like to automatically disable these without any app, but by a simple shell script. I tried disabling some activities by `pm` command, but no luck so far. So can anyone give me some insight in disabling components/services/activities etc, that is related to these two wakelocks? Thank you!


Backup data in recovery mode of LG

In the program `LG PC Suite` I used the option to recover upgrade errors. Now the phone (LG E975) is in `Recovery mode`. There are no options it only shows the following message: > Using this mode, service center can back up and recover your data. Press and > hold the POWER key more than 8 seconds to reboot and continue using phone. I searched after this software but it seems that only the LG service team has such one. I want to backup the data on my phone but I don't know what the `LG PC Suite` has already done. How can I backup the data on the phone if I'm in `Recovery mode`? **EDIT:** Solved my problem with the LG PC Suite. I don't need the backup option in recovery mode anymore. I tried a few things, but none of them worked.


How do I restore a previous firmware version to my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2?

I recently let my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 tablet do a system update to Jelly Bean. I despise Jelly Bean and want to restore back to the factory ROM - Ice Cream Sandwich. How do I restore it back? _I already did the factory data reset but that has nothing to do with the system update._


Is there an app or setting available to increase video recording duration?

My question is similar, but not identical to this one. Essentially I'd like to record videos of unlimited length on my android device(s) - that prior question seems to deal with a technical limitation: max filesize for FAT32. My issue is with an arbitrary limitation: the GNex uses EXT4 so max filesize isn't a reason to cut off my recordings at 30 minutes so I can only assume that this limit must be hard-coded into either the camera app or Android itself. I understand that for many users you need to do some hand-holding and keep them from sucking down battery life, but I intend to record on a tripod while plugged in so none of that really matters to me. I'm also aware of an antiquated tax act in parts of Europe that heavily taxes devices that can record for > 30 minutes as "video recording devices" but I don't live in Europe and don't want to be limited by the obscure tax code of a country I don't even live in. Is there a way to disable this limitation so the built-in camera app can record for > 30 minutes? Is there some alternate video recording app that doesn't have this limitation? Do the answers to these questions change if I root my phone?


Why is my new Galaxy S3 ICS transposing numbers when I type them?

Whether using Swype or entering digits one at a time, when I enter numbers, I have to tap the end of the text entry field before entering the next digit. Otherwise, it will move the insertion point one number to the left. This is frustrating with passwords, where I can't see the numbers being entered. This is also happening with my husband's new Galaxy S3. Entering text is working fine. Please advise.


What is the name of the GUI Android uses/has used?

Like the GUI controlling home sreen and app icons, etc. How or what is this called that renders thia?


Is there a way to override notifications that don't let me dismiss them?

I have a Galaxy Nexus that's running 4.2.2. Certain apps, like Words with Friends, occasionally send spammy notifications for trying out a different game or something like that. They won't dismiss when I press the dismiss all button, and I can't manually swipe to remove them. I have to actually press the notification which takes me to the app. Obviously I don't want to have to bother opening and immediately closing an app to remove a notification. The simplest solution of course would be to not install apps that do this, but in general, is there a way to have more control over your notification bar?


adb restore time

I want to use the `adb restore` . I use `adb restore` to restore a backup. But my problem after some delay if i don't click ok, the mechanism restore stops. I want my restore do not stop. And if possible it starts automatically and it does not expect a validation for me. used adb back up to get my backup.ab. Then i use `adb restore backup.ab`


How to transfer file to internal usb storage on Samsung Note?

I am trying to install a p12 certificate on my Samsung Note. From what I've read, this can be accomplished with: menu->settings->Location and Security->Install from USB Storage (or SDCard storage, depending on the phone). So, how do I transfer a file to the USB storage?


How to remove leftover files after an application download?

I don't have a lot of space on my phone (an HTC Aria). When I download an app from the market, I usually move it to SD immediately, but I've noticed that the "Internal space" amount doesn't change for a little while. I'm assuming that before installing the apk, it keeps a copy of it in a location on the internal drive, then garbage collects or cleans up the space sometime later. My question is, is there any way to force this cleanup?


ADB_SERVICES error on catlog errno = 5 I/O error

I'm using catlog to find error for an issue. Although that issue did not reappear , I see a constant Error   `ADB_SERVICES ERROR: fd = 13, n = -1, errno = 5 (I/O error).`   Sorry quite new to all this , not sure what should be done or Is it something I need to ignore?   few logs just before that error.   `InputReader AP_PROF: AppLaunch_dispatchPtr : Down`   `AP_PROF unable to open /proc/mtrpof/ status entry`


Motorola Milestone is constantly firing touch events

Starting this morning, when I turn on my Motorola Milestones screen, it starts to constantly press random positions on the screen (starting applications, etc.) which makes it nearly impossible to use the phone. Most of the clicks are along the right side of the screen. It started while I was reading an email. Looks to me, like it is an hardware issue. But since I installed Cyanogen Mod 7 a month ago, maybe it could be related so some sort of touch sensitivity setting I don't know of yet? Anyone experienced the same issues? Any idea how to solve it? EDIT: Seams like a Software issue.   * First I wiped the cache, dalvic cache and reset to factory defaults. But the issue stayed.   * Then I restored the last backup I had using Nandroid and now I have the exact opposite: > The most right part of the screen is not touchable anymore. At least that is better, than touching all the time. Still a little annoying. Any idea how I can fix this?


Do all current Android versions require rooting for bluetooth tethering (PAN)?

Looking at apps like "Wireless Tether for Root Users" and "tether Blu", and questions like "Are there any Android phones that allow Bluetooth PAN off the shelf?" it seems that Android would require rooting for providing Bluetooth tethering (PAN). However another app "PdaNet 3.02" boasts that it _"supports both USB Tether or Bluetooth DUN"_ and _"does not require rooting"_. Also, coming from Symbian it would seem weird that what I've considered a basic feature isn't available without hacks. I would try the PdaNet app myself, but the unfortunately it is incompatible with my phone, which is still running Android 2.2. So what's the deal? Is bluetooth tethering available in 2.3 or will it require rooting even then? _(Apparently in some countries tethering as a concept is restricted, and thus blocked from phones. However, I live in Finland so my phone is not tethering- restricted in this way, e.g. Wi-Fi tethering (creating a Wi-Fi hotspot) is a feature available for me out-of-the-box.)_


Downgrade Nexus 4 from Android 4.3 to 4.2.2

I updated my Nexus 4 to Android 4.3. I don't like it, so I want to return to version 4.2.2. How do I go back to a previous version?


Samsung Galaxy S 2 - Recovery mode

I am trying to install an application to my Galaxy S 2 using the "apply update from sdcard" option from the recovery mode (the script in the update.zip is written to do that). The problem I am facing is that when I choose that option, I can't see my external sdcard (where update.zip resides). Anyone can help with that please ??


How to create Language Pack/Dictionary for Keybard auto correct

Is there a way to create new language pack for android? I would like to use my local language words, but i wouldnt want to add them in the 'English' pack, because they are words/phrases in my country and it would make my english pack messy.


Why does the Yahoo Mail application for Android only show message snippets in search results?

When I do a search in the Yahoo Mail application and then open one of the search results, instead of seeing the entire message I only see a message snippet. Is there a way to view the entire original email message?


Manually Sync Outlook 2010 contacts/calendar only from Windows PC to Android cell phone (Samsung Galaxy S II) via USB cord only

How do I manually Sync Outlook 2010 contacts and calendar only from Windows PC to Android cell phone (Samsung Galaxy S II) via USB cord only. I do NOT want to use any kind of web based product, i.e. Google, nor pay 3rd party software program to do this, unless I have to. I don’t want automatic syncing; I just want control of my data by plugging my cell into my computer via USB cord and manually hitting sync. If I make a change to contacts or calendar on my cell, when I plug it into my computer it transfers data and vice versa without it cutting off data in the notes of contacts or anywhere else because web based products only allow a certain amount of data to transfer. Also, what applications do I need to have on my cell phone for the contacts and calendar to work? I use Gmail separately for my emails by going to Google, but do not want that on Outlook 2010. Also, NO I will not give up Outlook.


non-wipe non-unlock root for Android 2.3.3

I have a Nexus S running Android 2.3.3. IIRC on old android version such as this there were non-wipe non-unlock methods to obtain root anyway, however I wasn't able to find them right now. Can this be done?


Nexus 7 (2013) cannot wipe data/factory reset

I'm trying to factory reset nexus 7. But smth went wrong (see screenshots).   * Why all this errors can occur?   * What can I do to bring my tablet to live?   * Could it be hardware issue? Recovery mode ![Recovery mode](http://i.stack.imgur.com/s3TDc.png) wipe data/factory reset ![wipe data/factory reset](http://i.stack.imgur.com/Ww5pQ.png) wipe data/factory reset in process ![wipe data/factory reset in process](http://i.stack.imgur.com/cgLsx.png) after wipe data/factory reset ![after wipe data/factory reset](http://i.stack.imgur.com/719lo.jpg)


Erase commands aren't working in fastboot

On my Google Nexus 7 (2013) aren't working any erase commands. When I try to execute some of commands: fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase cache ... it hangs on and nothing happens. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ab1oD.png) ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/JKZkt.png) If it is nessesary, when I tryed to unlock bootloader first time, usb cable was accidentally disconnected. How can I unbrick it?


GPS Battery Drain -- LocationManagerService

EDIT 3: Someone pointed me in the right direction on another forum. There was a bug with HD Widgets that rolled out yesterday. HD Widgets Bug As of yesterday I am getting a 35%/hour battery drain. I have not installed any new apps that would have caused this, this literally came out of nowhere. I noticed my phone was getting extremely warm in my pocket, pulled it out and say my battery was almost completely discharged and went in to look at what caused the battery to drain so fast. Top app on the stock Android battery usage settings was Flixter. I thought maybe something was wrong with the app, FC'd it and put my phone away. This morning I took my phone off the charger (100%) put it in my pocket on my way to work and again my pocket got nice and warm. Pulled it out and saw that I was already at 81% battery after about 40 minutes of driving. Again I pulled up the battery settings and saw Maps was the number one culprit this time. If I use an app that needs GPS it works fine, can lock on to location quickly, etc, but I am getting a huge battery drain all the time. Using Better Battery Stats under partial wakelocks my top two drainers are "NLP PendingIntent client in com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox" (Maps) and "LocationManagerService". Anyone have any idea what I could try? Been off the charger for an hour and already at 60%. EDIT: I have rebooted the phone several times. EDIT2: Just realized that when my phone is connected to WiFi the drain is much less than on network data. Not sure if it's related, or just the extra battery required to constantly do a location fix over network data. Just more information, if it helps.


Samsung duos remove and re-insert battery makes battery life sudden drop

I have a samsung duos i9082 without root. the battery life drop 10% - 50% when remove and reinsert the battery. So my question is. is this a battery problem or devices or software? Does replace a new battery fix this issue? **update question** The first drop is remove and re-insert battery. The second drop is from 15% - 0% (less than 5mins) 48% usage by screen. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/aQrVx.png)


How come some apps won't download from Market?

I have a rather odd thing happening to three apps in the Market, all free. I tried to install Google Maps and Angry Birds Seasons from the market, but the downloads or installations failed and now I can't download them at all. They both show up under My Apps but rather than the Update or Installed statuses that all other apps in My Apps show, these two show FREE. When I try to install them all goes normally until the message displays saying the download is happening, but it doesn't. The downloading icon appears in the status bar for the briefest moment before disappearing again. I have Aldiko Book Reader installed and indicating that there is an update available. I believe that the download or install failed when I first tried to update and now the behaviour is the same as described above. I try to update but the download doesn't happen. I have successfully updated and installed other apps in the meantime. For now it's only those three that are stuck. The initial cause of download/install failure may have been lack of memory but there should be enough memory available now. I am using an HTC Desire running CyanogenMod-7.0.0-RC2 (Gingerbread 2.3.3). Anyone have any ideas on how to resolve this problem? I've looked at the Market in application management but the clear cache and clear data options are not available.


Is it possible to prevent unintentional re-dialling from Call History?

I often unintentionally tap an item in the Call History list and that starts to re-dial the caller. I usually intended to tap the icon to view the duration of the call, but it is all too easy to tap the name or number instead. Is there anyway of changing that behaviour so that it doesn’t automatically re- dial the caller? If that isn’t possible, is it possible to have it prompt me for confirmation before re-dialling? If it is significant, I am using Call History with Android 2.2 (Froyo) and HTC Sense.


Can I link between android devices

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  2.1 as a secure access point? I use huawei 8600 phone android 2.1 to use internet for cdma 800 evdo network. I want to use glaxy tab 7" for internet using with wifi linking together.


What codecs does the 2.3-Gingerbread Internet calling (SIP) use?

I am looking at the internet calling options in 2.3-Gingerbread. Does anyone know what codecs this dialer uses? Can the codecs be configured?


HTC Desire has trouble to establish connection via Wifi

I have a HTC Desire running Froyo (2.2). When I get home, the desire takes a long time before it establishes a connection with my Wifi broadband. Sometimes restarting the router works, other times switching to "Airplane" mode and then enabling Wifi and then disabling "Airplane" mode makes the connection. I have a Netcom NB5+4w modem. I know that current HTTP activity delays the switch to Wifi from 3G. But even when there is no http traffic running on my phone it spends all of it's time "obtaining IP address" from the router. I don't run many apps and I force close many of them in case they are blocking access. But it doesn't seem to make a difference Has anyone else had similar problems ? and do you have a reason/solution ?


View Google Books in Android mobiles?

Is it possible to see Sample Preview or Full Google Books, in Android devices? Do we have an app for that? I have `Android 4.2` in my _Micromax Ninja A89_. Small parts of all books are viewable in Google Books, they call it "(Sample) Preview", I want to be able to see this preview in Android, even if I am not able to download, I want to view it with an active internet connection in my mobile.


What is /system/bin/mediaserver on Android, and why is it pegging the CPU?

I noticed that my Motorola Droid, running rooted 2.2 Froyo, has been acting sluggish sometimes. I fired up the terminal emulator, and ran `top`, and noticed that `/system/bin/mediaserver` is using around 90% of my CPU. What does this program do? Is it safe to kill it? How can I prevent it from slowing down my phone in the future? Some quick Googling has turned up other people with the same problem, but not really any answers.


Android Music Player is not detecting Music files

I copied music files from my computer to my Galaxy Nexus phone, using the command `adb push Music /sdcard/Music/`, and the stock Android music player is not detecting these files (while others do). I'm able to view these files in my Android file manager application, but when I mount my phone as an MTP device, the music folder is empty. Is it related to partitioning? I see two partitions with the same content, `/storage/emulated/0/` and `/storage/emulated/legacy/`.


How do I get dictionary suggestions while typing?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  How to enable real text prediction for android / stock keyboard on LG > optimus one? I'm using android version 2.2.2 and the default keyboard (at least it appears as 'Android keyboard' in the configuration menu). I have suggestions enabled, but I only get autocomplete suggestions for my contacts, I don't get suggestions for common words. It doesn't really matter which language I choose for the input (portuguese or english). The device is a LG Optimus One (P500h), and it came with another keyboard installed (called 'LG keyboard'). If I choose this keyboard as the input method, I get the suggestions. The problem is that this keyboard is really bad, and I like the default one. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.


How do I unlock the bootloader on my Sony Ericsson Xperia mini pro?

I own a " **Sony Ericcson Xperia Mini Pro** " (model number **SK17i** ) running **Android 2.3.3** ( **Kernel 2.6.32.8-perf** , build number **4.0.A.2.335** ). It's **branded by Orange Austria**. **I'm looking for a way to root it** , but all I could find doesn't help. I've read the xda-devel thread on rooting my phone and followed the xda-guide mentioned there. That doesn't work as planned. The problem seems to be the branding. Fastboot won't recognize my device since I'm not able to unlock the boot loader. The phone just goes to normal charging mode, when I press [volume down] while connecting the usb cable (volume up will do nothing). Hence my question: **Is there a workaround to unlock the bootloader or an alternative way of rooting?** I looked and found a method of unlocking the bootloader using the device's testpoint. According to one post there, the author succeded in unlocking his orange branded phone. For me the method described there results in a frozen s1tool and no effect on my Xperia. Thanks for your help. **Edit:** Now it seems that nothing can be done if `dial *#*#7378423#*#* -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration" -> "Bootloader unlock allowed:"` says `No`.


I have a TOMCAT with Android 2.3 Angry birds loads, plays, but does not save. When I restart it starts from the beginning and it does this from the first time.


Is it possible to stream a tablet screen to desktop via bluetooth to a PC?

This way you could give a presentation (and make annotations), show movies on your tablet and stream it to your PC/laptop which is connected with bluetooth (in e.g. a classroom) with no need to go to the PC. Has anybody used this setup? As a teacher it would make a smartboard out of my tablet (which i would buy for this purpose, amongst few others) and a simple bluetooth dongle which I could plug in the school PC. Looks simple to me, but probably isn't as simple as I imagine? I'm even prepared to pay a fee for an app if this is available.


Android emitting RF at X frequency

First, nothing illegal heare. My (ours) gate remote controll have broken (all 5). The provider have gone - death, bankrupt, I don't know. The remote have no logo or some ID, but the instructions are kind to tell me that transmission frequency are 868.35 MHz +- 200 KHz. My question is if I can controll an android to emit on this freq.(I know, it may be a code emited to, but first things first...)


Incorrect Phone labels for Google+ contacts

On the Samsung Galaxy S3 contacts synced from Google+ will have their phone number labels garbled. In the following image you can see the three phone numbers associated with my contact. They are labeled (in swedish, english translation in parentheses):   1. **Arbete** (Work)   2. **Personsökare** (Pager)   3. **Annat** (Other). ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ZJR0t.png) In Google+ they are however labeled correctly, (swedish translation in parentheses):   1. **Home** (Hem)   2. **Mobile** (Mobil)   3. **Work** (Arbete) I've tried all I can think of to get the labels correct but no luck:   * Syncing with Google+   * Delete and re-add the contact.   * Changing the phone number labels in Google+ and re-syncing.   * Deleting cache and data from Google+ app.   * Deleting cache and data from Google Contacts Sync. Doing some Google searches yielded only one relevant link. Same problem, no solution. Does anyone know if this is a confirmed bug or is there a fix?


How do I install an app with system-rights on a non-rooted smartphone?

I would like to install logcat as system-app on a non-rooted phone. Is that possible (using adb without root-access)?


Full Backup of non-rooted devices (Android version 2.3.X and below)

This question is NOT a duplicate of this question but of an follow-up because the answers over there does not provided any solution for Android version 2.3.X and below. In that question - Full Backup of non-rooted devices, User `ryan-conrad` provided a solution for Android version for 4.X devices. Another user `sachin- shekhar` mention using the Odin but from my understanding, Odin is used for flashing and not backup and also many people feel that Odin is still not stable and it is not open source. Please note that the following requirements:               - Full backup of the phone     - No voiding the warranty     - No rooting before backup      So, are there any solution to perform Full backup for non-rooted Android version 2.3.X and below devices?


Programmatically speaking, how is Android set to be "unrooted" by default?

I am not asking what the process is to undergo doing it, but how it is programmed in the first place to prevent certain actions, such as: 1.Downloading to SD card from Google Play store. 2.Accessing/modifying files mounted on the /system directory, and such directories like that. 3.Modifying text, GUI components, etc. REALIZE that I am NOT asking for code, samples, etc., I just want to know the general idea of how this would be implemented in the source, i.e., hierarchial system, privilege blocking code on the GUI end, or possibly code running in a kernel process, etc.


How do you open an embedded hyperlink in a PDF on an Android device?

I have PDFs with hyperlinks (linking to other pages in the document as well as external websites) and would like to be able to use the links provided. The Adobe Reader app and other apps I've tried (VuDroid, droidreader, android PDF reader) don't have this functionality. I did find ezPDF which should work, but it is not free (only 99 cents). I am looking for a way to do this for free because this is for an app I am writing that will need to display a PDF. It will be much more appealing to the client - though still not perfect - if their users only have to download a free PDF reader, for example, to use with my app rather than requiring them to purchase a PDF reading app (even if it is only 99 cents).


Synchronize a folder in an Android device with a server folder

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  Application for automatic synchronization of remote folders? How can I synchronize a folder in an Android device with a server folder? In other words, if in server a file is updated with the same name, then that file will also synchronize with the device.


Blocked but still shows "online" to blocked contact

Please can someone help! I blocked a contact on Whatsapp but I can still see his "last seen" timestamp (as it changes over time - its changed many times since blocking). He can also see mine. I tried blocking with another person to test and it worked fine. Why can't I block properly for the contact I really want to block?


How to install Play Store on Alcatel OT 979

I am switching from iPhone to Android. I do not speak Android/PC. I speak Apple. This has been a difficult transition, and I require a simple explanation (pretend I am 5 years old). My new Alcatel One Touch 979 did not have Android Market / Google Play installed. After much searching, I figured out how to get the application. I downloaded it - safely - and it was a very slow start, but now it only crashes. I tried three different platforms, each having the same outcome:   * Android Market 2.3.6.apk   * Google Play Store 3.5.16.apk and 3.8.16.apk The error message reads "Sorry! The application Google Play Store (process com.android.vending) has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again." My only option is to force close. The phone is listed as a supported device on the Google Play help page. I suspect I'm accessing an incompatible version, but I just don't know - and there are so many versions from which to choose. When I log into my Google account via the laptop, I see my phone's application activity! I have a lengthy Orders list, but nothing has downloaded to the phone. To that end, when I review the "Device Manager" option in my account, nothing is listed, but when browsing the Play store and selecting applications, the compatibility indicator recognizes the phone and states whether the app is a match. How and what is happening?! The user manual for the phone is in a foreign language (Mandarin) with no English translation, so I cannot use it to troubleshoot. Here is some information about the phone:   * http://magazine.tcl.com/en/article.aspx?id=476   * https://deviceatlas.com/device-data/devices/alcatel/ot-979/3638583 The phone has Kernel version 2.6.35.7+SW2SVR@Android-Server #1. The Baseband version is BCM2155x_CustomerRel_SS_1_3_9_P3. I have no idea what any of this means, but I'm sharing in case it matters. The micro SD is a 4GB memory and the internal memory is 126MB. I have tried clearing the data and the cache. I have also tried a hard re-set, which reverts the phone back to its linguistic Beijing origins, and I needed assistance getting it to English language. I am out of ideas, except to wait for the iPhone 5S launch. I've only had the phone for 15 hours; I'm an Android infant newborn. My head is spinning, really. There _must_ be a kinder, simpler way to use the application store on this phone. Thanks in advance for your suggestions!


Problem installing skype

I am running android 4.1.1 on asus transformer tf300t. When trying to install skype using the google play, i am getting: unknown error 24 All other applications I am trying to install are working without any problem. I have no idea what to do, and I really need to have skype on my device. Any idea what to do about it? thanks


How do i make a new album in the HTC Photos application?

I have an HTC Hero (with the Android 2.1 update). For the longest time, I've wanted to create new albums in the Photos application and can't for the life of me figure out how to do it. It has a bunch of default albums like "My Favroties" "All photos" and such. I just want to create my own albums so I can organize some pictures, like an album of all the pictures of my ridiculously cute niece. Anyone know how to do that? Or can suggest a better photo management application for Android 2.1?


SSH tunnel with two hops

I would like to build an ssh tunnel from my android device (call it A) on port MMM to a machine C on port NNN. HOWEVER, A and C are not directly connected. They are only connected through machine B (which is also running an ssh server). Finally, port NNN is only open locally on machine C (which is also running an ssh server). So, with openssh in unix, I can use the command line of ssh or the ProxyCommand argument in .ssh/config to archive this:               Host C-tunnel        HostName C        Port 22        Use username        IdentityFile ~/.ssh/myidentityfileforC.pem        ProxyCommand ssh -e none -i /.ssh/myidentityfileforB.pem username@B nc -w 120 %h %p 2> /dev/null      I can then set up a tunnel straight from my localhost to C:NNN (through the connection above). Is there an app for android that supports similar? I tried connectbot and ssh autotunnel. The later got close, as I could set up one tunnel from A to B and then another from A to C (through the tunnelled A->B connection), but initiating the latter brought both of them down. Setting up just the first tunnel and then using connectbot allows me to connect via ssh to C, but I cannot set up a port forward directly to C:NNN. Any suggestions? Is there a direct port of openssh I've missed?


Many apps doesn't start on HTC one x+

Some apps work fine on HTC one X+, but some gets blank screen and doesn't start. e.g. Google Chrome, co-pilot GPC - Google text-to-speech dies immediately. I have never rooted my phone and it's on AT&T network. I Have android version 4.1.1 Any clues? THanks


Install GApps onto HTC One w/ CyanogenMod 10.2 + ClockworkMod Recovery 6.0.4.3

I'm currently trying to install the GApps onto my HTC One. I got CyanogenMod working using the installer app on the play store, but now I don't have any of the GApps. Help me? How can I install the GApps?


Android app to add URL to my Google bookmarks

Is there any official app from Google to save URLs in Google bookmarks? I generally read a lot of articles and would like to save their URLs to Google bookmarks. But I can't find any official app from Google. I found this app, GBookmark, and it asked for permission for SID and LSID but failed to login.


How to open SD cards as a drive in Windows 7?

I have a rooted Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini with CyanogenMod 10 and I would like to connect its SD cards (internal and external) to my Windows 7 x64 machine as a harddisk drives via USB cable. Now when I connect S4 to PC it shows as portable device, but a lot of applications cannot work with that (i.e. Total Commander synchronize dirs). I tried uninstalling the devices drive from Device Manager, (I also checked " "delete the driver") but it always uninstalls and again reinstalls the same version of the driver.


Linux doesn't recognize Galaxy S 3

I've bought a Samsung Galaxy S 3 device today, but found out that I could not get my PC with Fedora 18 (Gnome 3) to recognize it (nothing happens when I plug it in). As file transfer etc is essential to me, this renders my device pretty much useless (I don't have an SD card slot on my PC at the moment). Android lets me choose how I connect though: as a "media device (MTP)" or a "camera (PTP)". Is there a way to simply access the storage on my phone from a Linux machine? It's pretty ironic because both my PC and my phone are actually running Linux, yet they can't communicate. For a large company like Google/Samsung there's pretty much no excuse for this, as Linux is quite popular nowadays, especially because Google already does most of its work on Linux. `lsusb`:               Bus 001 Device 002: ID 1058:0748 Western Digital Technologies, Inc. My Passport 1TB USB 3.0     Bus 002 Device 009: ID 04e8:6860 Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd GT-I9100 Phone [Galaxy S II], GT-I9300 Phone [Galaxy S III], GT-P7500 [Galaxy Tab 10.1]     Bus 006 Device 002: ID 046d:c077 Logitech, Inc.      Bus 006 Device 003: ID 046d:c312 Logitech, Inc. DeLuxe 250 Keyboard     Bus 001 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub     Bus 002 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0002 Linux Foundation 2.0 root hub     Bus 003 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub     Bus 004 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub     Bus 005 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub     Bus 006 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub     Bus 007 Device 001: ID 1d6b:0001 Linux Foundation 1.1 root hub      It would seem that the device is somehow recognized.


Stuck in Boot Loop

I have an Android Jelly Bean, DOPO m7088, and its stuck in a boot loop. I did the hard resetting, wipe my data and everything and its still stuck. I've been searching the internet for weeks and haven't found anything that would work. I'm a complete noob when it comes to fooling around with a tablet. >.<... I've came across a few threads suggesting flashing the rom. I would like to try it but how do I go about it? Or should I try something else. Oh, I've already reached out to the manufacturers and all they said is to reboot and restore to factory settings. Please can anybody help me?


Change Mac Address on Nexus 7 running 4.2.2

My question is: How do I change/spoof the mac address of my Nexus 7 so that the router sees the spoofed address and will not give an authentication error when connecting? I have done some looking around, and I have tried apps like this, ip link and if config, and editing my nvram.txt file, but none of these methods appear to work. Has anyone had any luck with this? My tablet is running the faux Kernel with KaosDroid if it helps.


How to set a Contact as "Me"?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  Use existing contact for “Me” in Ice Cream Sandwich I have a contact for myself with LOADS of info (websites, phone numbers, emails, etc.) and my new Galaxy S3 created a separate "ME" contact that's totally empty. How do I set my old contact as me? Simple question, simple answer [hopefully].


Out of the box Android Message Service

Does Android OS have a Message Service like Windows netsend/msg or smbclient? I am **not** talking about downloading a APP to us on Android O/S to send/receive message. I am talking about "out of the box" Message Service for Android.


K9-Mail keep email open

When switching back to k9 mail using the app-icon on the homescreen, a previously displayed email is going to be closed and the list of emails is going to be displayed instead. This doesn't happen when using the 'Last- App'-function. As I don't have the 'Last-App'-button in my bottom bar I don't use it in my workflow (tbh, I prefer it like this anyway). How can I stop emails from being closed when opening the app from the homescreen?


On an HTC Evo, is there any way to sync only 'my contacts' from gmail (not 'all contacts')?

I've seen references to this posted elsewhere, but never a solution. I'd like to only sync the "my contacts" group of contacts from my gmail (really google apps, but should work the same) account, rather than "all contacts". I can not find an option to change this. Any suggestions?


Disable Touch Input Tracking Bubble on 4.4.2 CM 11

About a week ago my Samsung Note II started tracking all touch input with a bubble. It acts sort of like mouse trails, although there is only one bubble. I don't remember turning this feature on, and after looking through all the settings and applications I can't find any way to disable it. The phone is running a CyanogenMod 11 Nightly (Build cm-11-20140222-NIGHTLY-i605.zip) but I noticed it on previous builds of CM 11 as well. Here are some screenshots of the bubble tracking touch input in various applications: ![screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/0PhjXm.jpg) ![screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/2IOT9m.png) ![screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/M2lgIm.png)   Screenshots (click images for larger variants) Does anyone know how to turn this off?


How do I refresh/rescan the SD memory in Android 4.4 KitKat

I received the official OTA KitKat update for my Nexus 4 last week and since then I have been unable to rescan the SD card. I have tried a number of different apps for this task but all of them crash when being opened. A bit of research shows a handful of users with the same issue. These are the apps I've tried:   * Rescan Media ( _Aditya Talpade_ )   * Rescan SD Card! ( _sTOOPIDfiG_ )   * Rescan SD Media Card ( _RADEFFFACTORY_ )   * SDrescan ( _Benjamin Rosseaux_ ) **_my old standby on Jelly Bean_** Each app crashes when launched. Is anyone able to refresh their SD memory on KitKat?


Why can't a keyboard on the Samsung Galaxy S3 collect passwords?

When I enable an input method (a keyboard app) on a Nexus device, I see the following confirmation message: > This input method may be able to collect all the text that you type, > including personal data like passwords and credit card numbers. It comes > from the app Highway. Use this input method? I understand this warning. Because of the way an input method works, it has the ability to collect everything I type, and I have to trust the author not to abuse this ability. But when I enable an input method on my Samsung Galaxy S3 (and maybe other Samsung devices; I haven't tried), I get a different message (my emphasis): > This method can collect all of the text you enter, **except passwords** , > including personal data and credit card numbers. It comes from the app > Highway. Use anyway? I've checked entering a password into a web form, and setting the device password. In both cases, it still uses the (3rd-party) input method I choose to enter the password. So why does Samsung claim that the input method can't collect passwords? Are they doing something incredibly clever in their version of Android, or are they just talking nonsense?


Low disk storage Space

I have not added applications to my phone. I have actually been deleting applications from my phone because it will tell me I have low disk storage space. Sometimes it goes away, but will come back at another time when I still have not added any applications from the market. I'm not sure how to keep it from telling me this...


Inputting Japanese characters?

I am not a Japanese speaker, but I know a few words, mostly Pokémon names... In fact, in many cases the Japanese name will pop up in my head before the English one. But I want to be able to type アブソル instead of "Abusoru" because the Romaji makes it look silly. However at present the only way I can do this on my phone is to find an online converter and copy the result from there. Hardly ideal. But I can't find Japanese input methods anywhere in the keyboard settings. Plenty of other writing systems like Greek, Arabic, and I think Chinese, but no Japanese. Am I simply overlooking an option, or is there something I need to do to get such support on my phone?


What is YGPS and why does it have every permission that's in the book?

I have a FairPhone One. From time to time I look in the system settings and the battery usage to see what is draining the battery. I've disabled anything I don't use, including a number of builtins from Google. I've also looked at other apps and if their permissions are in balance with what they're supposed to do. (Simple games should not have access to my phone calls.) What is YGPS and why does it have the longest possible list of permissions? Can I safely disable it?


Distorted photos on LG G2

I've recently bought two LG G2's, and I'm having a hard time trying to get decent photos out of either of them. The photos are distorted in a scary way. Obvious jokes aside, look at my face in this photo (click on the photos to zoom): ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ogQLT.jpg) And again here, with a weird line on my forehead, and smudges on the nose, mouth, etc: ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/xElVt.jpg) Some of the photos are even worse... Am I doing something wrong? I've tried the different modes or settings and I'm getting the same results. I keep reading the G2's camera is great, but I'm not seeing that at all...


Google maps road names too small. Solutions?

My parents can't read the road names the Google maps app, and I can't find a way round it. (Should have gone to spec savers). I have tried using Google maps via Chrome and Firefox and their increase text size features but Google Maps ignores it. Options are flexible as I have rooted the phone and am willing to load any reasonably well tested custom ROM. I've tried countless map apps and they're all as hard to read, so I thought I'd ask as Google Maps has probably been hacked around with more than others


support for multi-button mice in android ?

I wonder , is there support for android for multiple button mice , and especially , for mice mice with back/forward browser buttons ?


Titanium Backup Pro: what are the differences between backup options

I have just a small question about Titanium Backup Pro. I've done my first backup, Backup all user apps and system data, and now I want to use a schedule for the next backups. So if I choose a weekly backup and the option "Redo backups for modified data", what exactly will be done in the next backup? Does Titanium Backup Pro check my current Backup (all user apps and system data) and just redoes a backup for modified things? So the only difference between the options "Redo backup for modified data" and "Backup all user apps + system data" is the following: the first one just does a backup for modified data and the second does a backup for all. So the first one is of course faster. Generally is there a Wiki around where you could find all the difference in these options. I also would like to know the difference between "Backup all user apps and system data" and Backup new user + system apps and newer versions" Thanks for your help


How to drop out of airplane/flight mode periodically to check messages

I normally keep my phone in Flight Mode (called "Airplane Mode" under 2.2) in order to save battery power. When I have some time to check messages, I turn off Flight Mode, re-enabling the cellular transceiver. Is there a way I can set up my phone to momentarily drop out of Flight Mode periodically, say every 10 minutes, preferably without using a non-free app? I don't really need it to be in Flight Mode per se, just to disable power- draining devices, especially the cellular transceiver.


App/settings for audio LINE_IN input

I have an Olimex OLinuXino A10S board (https://www.olimex.com/Products/OLinuXino/A10S/) which runs Android ICS 4.0.4. The board has a MIC input which is not connected and a LINE_IN stereo input which is (to a 3.5mm jack). Can anyone recommend an app which will take the audio from the LINE_IN and play it through the AUDIO_OUT headset socket? Also, I've looked in the system settings and can't see a way to set the default audio input device, so if you know of a magic config file the please let me know.


Linux Deploy removal

I was going to install Linux Deploy , but then if I don't like it how can I remove the Linux installation?


Internet sharing - Ubuntu

I have a smartphone (from a local manufacturer). It has an option saying 'USB Internet' with description 'Sharing windows PC internet via USB cable'. My first question is whether I can bridge my Ubuntu internet connection with this option? When I connect my phone to my PC Network Manager show a new ethernet connection 'Wired Connection2' with name 'Ethernet Network (Qmobile A36)'. The problem is that network manager try to connect to this network but always fails to do so. I tried to apply every solution available on internet but failed to gain any success. Output for `lsusb`:               Bus 002 Device 015: ID 0bb4:0004 HTC (High Tech Computer Corp.)     ...      Output for `ip link show`:               ...     9: usb0: <BROADCAST,MULTICAST,UP,LOWER_UP> mtu 1500 qdisc pfifo_fast state UNKNOWN mode DEFAULT group default qlen 1000         link/ether a2:d4:38:5b:d8:72 brd ff:ff:ff:ff:ff:ff      Output for `ifconfig usb0`:               usb0      Link encap:Ethernet  HWaddr a2:d4:38:5b:d8:72                 inet6 addr: fe80::a0d4:38ff:fe5b:d872/64 Scope:Link               UP BROADCAST RUNNING MULTICAST  MTU:1500  Metric:1               RX packets:246 errors:0 dropped:0 overruns:0 frame:0               TX packets:380 errors:0 dropped:0 overruns:0 carrier:0               collisions:0 txqueuelen:1000                RX bytes:7104 (7.1 KB)  TX bytes:86559 (86.5 KB)      Any help appriciated.


Use Tasker with "OK Google" on Nexus 5

OK guys, I have searched and searched but cannot find an answer to this question. I want to link the "OK Google" phrase that starts a Google Now search on the Nexus 5 to Tasker, or more specifically the AutoVoice plugin for Tasker. I can attach the swipe up from the bottom to use AutoVoice rather than Google Now , but I cannot figure out how to make the phrase "OK Google" use AutoVoice. I read that on the Moto X you can use Tasker to watch for the "Touchless Control" App to become active, and then kill it and start AutoVoice. But the Nexus 5 doesn't have the Touchless Control App, In fact I don't know what process or App is actually listening for the "OK Google" phrase on the Nexus 5. Can anyone shed any light on how I might make this work. Thanks in advance


"No item could be found" error when installing app

I receive 'no item could be found error' when I try to install some apps such as:   * Busybox   * Gems miner   * Springpad All apps are listed in AppBrainer or on their webpages but not on Market. What is causing it?


Does Samsung Galaxy Ace store location metadata?

Can the Galaxy Ace (the first model) camera store the location data of where photos are taken? I have been told that it isn't sophisticated enough. Is that true? Also, does Kik Messenger remove location data on the pics?


Leave ear-speaker active when using headset (cable/bt)

Is it possible to _just_ use a headset's mic but keep the phone's ear-speaker active?


Download stuck in Gmail

I had started downloading a attached file from GMail app, suddenly it hang. When it resumed, notification bar was showing download process but it was not being downloaded in the app. i retried and downloaded it. Its been 3 days but notification bar still shows the file is being downloaded. I have tried switching off the phone but doesn't work. Can anyone tell me what I should do. Thanks for the help.


Dropbox on Samsung Galaxy - where is the Settings button?

On a Sony Xperia, the settings button in Dropbox is top right. On a Samsung Galaxy, there is no settings button top right and I have been unable to find it anywhere else. Where is it? ・On a HTC device, the settings button is right up there as well.


View WordPress images in Android Gallery

With my Android tablet, the Gallery shows images from an old Blogger blog that I used to use (the blog belongs to my Google account, obviously). I currently have a WordPress blog hosted on my own web space, and I would really like to have the same functionality--some way to have the images that are hosted on my WordPress blog show up in my Gallery. Is there any way to do this currently?


Back up sdcard to cloud

Problem: I have an internal flash drive (`/sdcard`) with "stuff I don't like losing". Due to a bug in ClockworkMod Recovery, it got wiped the other day. I had been manually backing up my entire card to my local computer every so often, but it was a manual process. I have a Box.com account. I have a Dropbox account. I have a Google Drive account. I want to automate uploading everything to one of those services (preferably Box, as I got in on the 50GB promo they did). I'm assuming this exists as a free or one-time purchase app, but all I can find are "back up services" that require a subscription. I use Titanium Backup to back up my apps, I take full images of my phone via CWM every so often, but I can't pass all that data to the cloud (well, TiBu will upload to Box/Dropbox, but that's not everything). Dropbox has a built-in image backup that will automatically upload any pictures I take to my account. Google+ can do the same to my G+ account. However, that's still only a portion of what exists on my internal storage. I want something that will grab everything else. Ideas?


Can I sync my Chrome bookmarks with my Android phone?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  How can I sync the bookmarks in the web browser? Since I'm a big Google user, I'm used to everything (Google Contacts, etc.) being synchronised on my Android phone. Is it possible to use something similar to Chrome's bookmark synchronisation, but somehow get these bookmarks to my Android phone?


Browser to use in 3G with optimized (in size) content retriaval

I need a browser to use when running in 3G due to the fact that its speed in my country is far for nice especially in some areas. My wish it to have a browser that does not download images, video, ads by default but only text. It should still keep a decent pagination. Then, if I see an image description that interest me, I would like to click and allow download only that image. Do you know if does exists a browser with these options?


Cannot get Android drivers to install on LG Thrill

I've Googled everything I could think of and I can't get this to work. I'm trying to help someone set up his Android phone - an LG Thrill 4G - to connect to his PC so he can text from his computer, back up his contacts, etc. I downloaded and installed the SDK. I used the SDK manager to install more stuff, including the Google USB driver. I can see the usb_driver folder in the Android SDK extras folder, and I can see .dll files inside (if I remember correctly). I've set the phone to have whatever USB box checked. And, of course, I went to the Device Manager (he's got Windows 7), right-clicked the phone, and tried finding drivers online and finding them on the computer. No dice. Something online said I should run the dpinst.exe file and that it should be in the usb_driver folder. It isn't. Should this exist? Is there another way to get the driver to install? Should I take another route altogether? What am I missing?


How can I get apps from the Amazon app store from an unsupported region?

Currently, the Amazon app store appears to be US-only. Similar to How do I use the US Android Market, I want to know: How can I use the US Amazon Appstore? Market Enabler doesn't seem to work, and it's not IP-based like I previously thought. Any suggestions?


SMS Problem - Moto G update 4.4.4

A problem appeared in my Moto G after the update to 4.4.4. Hangout app stop work with SMS. Beside that I can't activate the factory SMS app. I tried to install some alternative SMS apps and all of them crash when I try to send some message. ![Can't activate the factory SMS app](http://i.stack.imgur.com/VWh0B.png) If I send a normal Hangout everything works flawlessly, but if I select the SMS functionality the app crashes. I check the Logcat and this exception is raised:               07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): android.telephony.CallISmsApp$NeedRetryException: getService ISmsApp is null!     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.telephony.CallISmsApp.getISmsApp(CallISmsApp.java:63)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.telephony.CallISmsApp.calculateLength(CallISmsApp.java:133)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.telephony.SmsMessage.calculateLength(SmsMessage.java:302)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at com.google.android.apps.babel.views.ComposeMessageView.a(SourceFile:82)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at com.google.android.apps.babel.views.ag.run(SourceFile:190)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.os.Handler.handleCallback(Handler.java:733)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.os.Handler.dispatchMessage(Handler.java:95)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.os.Looper.loop(Looper.java:136)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at android.app.ActivityThread.main(ActivityThread.java:5086)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at java.lang.reflect.Method.invokeNative(Native Method)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at java.lang.reflect.Method.invoke(Method.java:515)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at com.android.internal.os.ZygoteInit$MethodAndArgsCaller.run(ZygoteInit.java:785)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at com.android.internal.os.ZygoteInit.main(ZygoteInit.java:601)     07-14 14:09:29.970: E/CallISmsApp(11124): at dalvik.system.NativeStart.main(Native Method)      I never developed something using SMS but it seems the service is inactive. That means the problem is with my SMS functionality of the device, not the Hangout. And before 4.4.4 all was well! How to resolve this issue?


Is Android susceptible to OpenSSL vulnerabilities?

There has been a big vulnerability discovered in OpenSSL today, are android applications affected, and what can we do to get a secure version? What about people with older devices (such as the HTC desire HD I have) that are on old android versions (2.3.5), is it possible (for example) to get a up to date browser that doesn't use the installed openSSl, or to get security releases to old versions of android?


Stock Rooted Nexus 7 2013 gives error on OTA update

So I had a stock Nexus 7 2013 WiFi, rooted, running Android 4.4.2 with TWRP installed.   I had been receiving 4.4.3 update for quite some time but since TWRP is unable to install OTA update I hadn't been able to install it. I decided to skip it as it was a minor update.   Later I started having a few issues with navigation, so I decided to update to 4.4.3 by reverting back to stock recovery. I downloaded the factory image from google developers corresponding to `KOT49H`, then extracted and flashed the `recovery.img` file via `fastboot`.   Everything went fine except that now when I try to install the OTA update, I get an error in the recovery screen (The android guy with 'error' written below him).   I'm wondering what may have caused this error. Also if I flash the complete factory image, will it wipe all my apps and appdata? Any help is appreciated.


Non default browser for specific web page

I have bought my 8 year old a Nexus 7 (lucky boy!). As some of you may know Flash is not available for Jelly Bean so I had to do a bit of a hack using Dolphin browser so he can go to certain Flash powered websites (moshimonsters.com). I want the default browser to still be Chrome so I can use Funamo Parental Control to monitor his web use. Is it possible to create a shortcut/widget/bookmark to the site in question but specifying Dolphin as the browser? Thanks in advance.


No system updates for Galaxy Nexus (maguro) with Cyanogenmod 11 after 20140225-SNAPSHOT-Installer

I have a Galaxy Nexus (maguro) and some time back I got an OTA udpate after I installed Cyanogenmod on on the phone using the installer. I'm not sure which 'M' release this OTA update is. All it says in Settings > About phone > Cyanogenmod statistics > Preview data is the following: > 11-20140225-SNAPSHOT-InstallerXNPQ09P-maguro I'm assuming this is an update added on 25-Feb-2014. But in the Cyanogenmod download page for maguro (https://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=maguro), it shows 'M' releases that were added way after that, like M6 added on 04-May-2014. So, 1) Why am I not getting these updates through Settings > About phone > System updates and 2) Why doesn't the above mentioned snapshot show up in the Cyanogenmod download page for maguro? Many thanks!


How to shutdown android via ssh command?

Is there any toolbox or app that will support issuing shutdown command via ssh to a rooted android smartphone?


adb "Permission denied" to run a "./configure" file

I need to run a `configure` file into my android phone so I think the best way to do this is to use the `adb shell` command. I'm running an Android emulator onto a Windows-7 platform, and there I'm running the `adb shell` command into a DOS window. Using the `cd` command I'm changing to the directory where my `configure` file is, and then I'm executing the following command: `./configure`. I'm getting the following error :               ./configure: permission denied      So I try to run adb in root mode with `adb root` \-- but apparently my adb is already in root mode (Moreover I have the "#" character before each line of my adb shell). I have also tried to use `chmod` but I don't see any difference before and after executing this command (`ls -la`), so maybe the problem is here (How can I run the `chmod` command?). Maybe someone here can help me with my issue, and if you have also an explanation about why I don't have the permission to run my `configure` file it will be great. Thanks. PS: My goal here is to use the net-snmp package on an Android platform by compiling the sources of this project directly onto the platform.


Where can I find the ANDROID_ID on my device?

I know that you can find IMEI and MAC address and others by going to `Settings -> About phone -> Status`. You can also find IMEI by typing `*#06#` on the keypad. Is there any way to get the ANDROID_ID on the phone itself, as opposed to via this bit of code?               Secure.getString(getApplicationContext().getContentResolver(), Secure.ANDROID_ID);


How can I export the list of open Chrome tabs?

Chrome's sync feature isn't picking up all of the tabs open on my Android phone. Are the tabs stored in a file somewhere that I can access? My intention is to export the list of tabs so that I could run a factory reset on the device. Running Android 4.3


How can I check whether an app is installed on internal storage or the internal SD?

I asked another question about problems with the default launcher and one user suggested that I might need to check that my app is installed on the internal storage or the internal SD card, but I can't find anywhere in the app settings that shows that. How can I check where the app is installed?


What exactly is a widget?

I found some conflicting definitions on the term. On http://developer.android.com/reference/android/view/View.html, the author defined widgets as "View is the base class for widgets, which are used to create interactive UI components (buttons, text fields, etc.)", bascially used to create interactive UI components. However on on another StackOverFlow question http://stackoverflow.com/questions/11911249/what-exactly-defines-a- widget, an answer was "application that can be interacted with from the home screen". My question is that in terms of android, does the term widget refer to the tool used to create the ui components or the ui components themselves? Can anyone clarify this?


What does "Keep wifi on during sleep" mean?

I couldn't find an authoritative reference that explains what this setting does in my Android phone: Wi-Fi -> Advanced -> **Keep Wi-Fi on during sleep**. What does this setting do, exactly?


Nexus 5 Update: Will I Lose Root?

I'm currently rooted but didn't do anything to my Nexus 5. It's just rooted but it's on its stock ROM. My question is, on the next Android update, will I lose root? Will the update just erase root permission and update? If not, how can I unroot? I rooted my Nexus 5 in one click using RT Root tool or something, TR Root for Nexus. It's an app. It didn't work very well, some apps still didn't work. Is there an app that can completely delete ROOT before I update? Thanks.


How to root my LGP500 - I have already tried

I have been at my wits end trying to root my LG P500 v20d with Gingerbread 2.3.3 I have tried Z4root, Gingerbreak they just keep churning away and dont root. I have tried Super1click which says driver checking failed and hangs. I have got Gingerspan on my pc. But dont know how to use it. I desperatey need to root my phone. Am tired wandering the google world. Somebody please help !


How to find the lost mobile when no tracker app is installed?

3 weeks ago, I lost my Samsung Galaxy Ace Dduos 6082. I don't have any tracker applications or any "if lost" applications installed. I'm looking for some tracker. I have IMEI number and Gmail installed in that. Is there any way to find my lost Samsung Galaxy Ace S6082?


How to access internal memory of HTC Wildfire Buzz with out starting phone

I have HTC Wildfire Buzz it is very sad to say that i deleted some system files in Internal memory and my htc wildfire can not start it will restart continue, but before deleting i have copied all system file in external memory(Memory Card) so please help me how to paste all files in internal memory system folder without starting phone


How can I scrobble my music to Last.fm?

Is there any way to scrobble the songs I listen to on my Android phone to Last.fm?


Can you use the screen on a Samsung Galaxy S as camera flash for the front facing camera?

The Samsung Galaxy S doesn't have a camera flash, are there any apps for Samsung Galaxy S to make use of the front camera and screen as a camera flash? For a samsung galaxy s android phone. could that work? I couldn't find one. it would be useful.


Can I use Kies with a Samsung Nexus S?

Kies is not detecting my Samsung Google Nexus S phone. Any idea why? I want to use Kies to sync my outlook contacts and calendars.


why big sized images.show at low resolution in webview?

Example: http://imgs.xkcd.com/comics/up_goer_five.png Opening that xkcd comic will show it in such a lower resolution on my nexus one that i can't even read the text. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/VDmyI.png) Edit: This happens regardless of any network agent messing up with my data. I tested via Wifi, serving a big image in my own webserver in my own local area network. Also, happens on every browser, hence why i think it is a webview issue. Tested on Stock and Dolphin. I notice this issue since the earlier 2.3 official roms, even though now i'm usig cyanogen nightly.


Free Wifi from businesses: I'm connected, but I can't surf the Net - can't open their intro page

Some businesses like coffee shops have free wifi and I don't have to type in a password. And my Android device can connect rather quickly. But some businesses have a signup/intro page that must open up before I can surf the Net. Normally, I click on their accept button and I can start surfing. Sometimes, my Android produces a message to ask me if I want to open the sign- up/intro page and I click on it and I can start surfing. But sometimes, nothing happens after I'm already CONNECTED. I open the browser icon (blue globe) and most of the time, nothing happens. Is there an app where I can open up the business' sign-up page without any problems?


How to show screen display during phone call on HTC Wildfire?

I have started using the HTC Wildfire, and have a small niggle with it. When making a call, the screen blacks out to conserve power. This makes it awkward when you have to enter a number i.e. for an automated phone call response. Is there a setting to display the screen during a call?


Cut and paste not working on Samsung Note 10.1?

I recently bought a Samsung Note 10.1 tablet. It has Android 4.0.4 (model number `GT-N8000 / N8000XXLGA`). All is fine, but I cannot understand why the cut and paste do not work. Is this a known problem? Can I update to a newer version or something...? Every application in which I try to copy/cut & paste from just crashes. This is extremely annoying and I've been trying to find a solution online for about a week now. Any ideas...?


Why do linux commands not work properly on android?

> adb shell     sh-4.1$ ls -F     -F: No such file or directory      -F switch works fine on my Ubuntu. Why doesn't it work on android?  Is there a way to make it work?


Why can't I get root access from shell?

> adb shell     sh-4.1$ su     Permission denied      I have rooted my phone successfully. I know this because I'm able to install apps on SD card and I have a program called SD Maid that is able to operate with root permissions.


Netflix refusing to log in, tried all the typical solutions

Just got my new tablet, tried to get netflix running. I took the following steps.   1. Installed netflix, got 15001 error    2. Ran system update, I am now completely up-to-date, error no longer occurs    3. attempted to sign in, got the following error message:  "we're unable to connect you to netflix please try again later"   4. cleared cache, deleted local data, got the same error message   5. uninstalled app, reinstalled, got the same error message   6. uninstalled app, restart tablet, installed app. Got the same error message I only get this error message when using the correct username/password, using a bad one gives an appropriate error. So it's not a connection issue, just an authentication one. I have no idea what else to try.


How can I boot my Epic 4G Touch into CWM?

Rooted using http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EwEYVB_ut4 process. Boot in cwm and the enter button (power button) doesn't work or is locked. Long press of button will reboot the device though. Downloaded latest cwm via ROM Manager and hit "Restart into Recovery" from the ROM Manager UI. Power button still doesn't work in cwm, except for long press. Now though, the device will only boot into cwm. Pulled battery, start and same thing... cwm. Reapplied http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EwEYVB_ut4 and still have the same issue, device restarts into cmw only AND the power button only works on long press so I can't wipe and install any other ROMs on my SD to try to get out of this.


EeePad Transformer ADB problems with drivers on Windows7 x64

Sorry for the cross-post (http://stackoverflow.com/questions/8185773/eeepad- transformer-adb-problems-with-drivers-on-windows7-x64)... I was told this is a better place for my question. I have 2 Windows7 x64 machines. One of them has got both drivers (ASUS Android Composite ADB Interface and Transformer TF101) and when i run adb devices I get the device listed as expected. The other one has only got one of the drivers (ie. the ASUS Android Composite ADB Interface is not there and there is no unknown devices or apparent problems in Device Manager). Any ideas?


How to set a Google Plus photo as a contact-picture?

One of my _Google Plus_ contacts has some great photos from a recent family reunion I was unable to attend. I would like to use a number of these as contact photos on my Android device (Galaxy Nexus GSM w/ CyanogenMod 10.0). I have the latest Google+ app. Unfortunately there doesn't seem to be a way to DO anything with the photos, whether setting them as contact photos or saving them to the device. The Google+ app likewise does not show up as an option when setting a contact photo and choosing an app to select a picture with. **How can I set a picture from the G+ app as a contact photo?** I would like to set the pictures on the phone rather than from my computer because that way it keeps much higher resolution versions than setting them through the gmail contacts functions.


Android-adapted BusyBox binary for rooted phone

I would like to place a place BusyBox on my rooted Android phone, and I would like to have a version that has "sh" as an alias for "ash" so that I can replace the standard _/system/bin/sh_ with a symlink to _busybox_. Also, I'd be nice to have it always read in _/system/etc/profile_. Of course, I could just compile BusyBox myself, but I feel there should be a "default" BusyBox binary for Android that does all that. Is there?


How can I type special symbols on my Android device like ☺ or ♥ as a regular character?

How can I make special symbols on my Samsung Galaxy SII, like ☺ or ♥?


Pictures converting to MMS when they didn't use to

I have a motorola XPRT and it recently updated and now pictures convert to mms and they didn't used to... Any ways to fix this problem?


Samsung Galaxy S3 “Not registered on network”

It had stock 4.0.4 -> could call. I've flashed FoxHound ROM -> after a while, when I try calling, it says "Not registered on network" . Tried GalaxSim, but everything looks ok. Restored back to stock and tried another SIM -> same error. Do you have any clue? I cannot make any phone calls, nor access the internet.


Android - “SIM card doesn't allow a connection to this network” ERROR

I have a problem with my Xperia X10 (U20i). I purchased it new. It worked fine for a week or so, then I switched to another network operator. When I try to connect automatically it says "Registered on network" but there is no signal. I changed 3 sim cards so far. Still the same. When I put the sim card in another phone that also works, the other phone manages to find the signal. I put back the sim card in my Xperia, it works fine until for some reason I have no signal and the circle continues. I love my phone, I want it to work, with this provider. I am very annoyed. The network provider doesn't know what could it be, they blame the phone. But the phone works with other providers with no problem so I assume it is something else. I did a factory settings restore, I checked for updates. I want to fix it, this issue drives me crazy and I don't want to let it go, I want to FIX it.


What to check when buying a used device

I'm thinking about buying a used Android device and I want to know what should I check on the device before I buy it? Is there an app or something that does some sort of testing on the phone? Are there any problematic parts that I should check?


How to get rid of "SD Card blank or has unsupported filesystem" notification

My Samsung Galaxy S II phone crashed and after I restarted it, there was an SD card notification icon that says "SD Card blank or has unsupported filesystem" with the only option of formatting the card. However, ~~the contents of the SD card like photos taken or videos is accessible just fine~~ **UPDATE: the card seems to be corrupt, at least it's not visible from my computer.** I'll try formatting it.


How do you remove words from Swype's dictionary?

I know how to remove words from Swype's user dictionary. I want to know how to remove words from Swype's built-in dictionary. I get very frustrated with all these random words that I know I'll never use! I can't tell you how many times I've had the word "Getty" show up instead of the word "get". If there is really no way of removing words from Swype's built-in dictionary I'll probably need to find an alternative. That's probably another question though.


Exchange Inbox Doesn't Sync

I am using the default mail client exchange. The client syncs all folders except my Inbox. It synced one time on Jan 10 when I set it up and that was the only successful sync. All other Exchange folders are syncing ok. I just don't get it. There was a google hit suggesting reducing the size of one's inbox, but mine is small -- a dozen messages? Manually syncing the Inbox also does not work.   * OS: 2.2    * Phone: HTC Incredible What other information can I provide? Any advice?


One device does not show on Google Play

I just purchased two identical Android tablet for my kids, running ICS 4.0, both using the same gmail account. I have the Google Play store installed on both of them, but only one of them show on my Devices list on Google Play. I could not find a way to make the second device show on the site. As I said, they are using the same gmail account and sharing the same site- specific password (as I use two-factor authentication). What can I do to make the second device show on the Device list so I can send app to both of them? Persio


default video player for youtube

I really want to change the video player when viewing youtube videos in the browser. It always plays videos using the default android vid player and I want to change it with mvideoplayer. help please?


Enterprise (802.1x) WiFi causing excessive battery drain?

In the past week, realised that WiFi at work (using 802.1x auth) has been draining my battery like crazy. Here are some stats I took over the past few days:               Case   Connection       Duration     Battery left      A      802.1x Wifi      ~10hrs          0%      B      3G               ~17hrs         46%      C      WPA2 Wifi        ~1d 11hrs      34%      In all three cases, usage was light: occasional checking of email, sms or two, short phone call etc. If anything, probably used the phone more in case B&C - played some light games. The odd thing is this crazy battery drain has only been happening in the past week or so - used to be at 20% after ~15hours when connected to 802.1x Wifi. Does anyone know why Enterprise/802.1x WiFi is causing significant battery drain? edit: Device details - HTC Desire running Nikez 4.2.1 (Evervolv-Turba-3.2.0p3) edit2: Screenshots: http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9907360/battery/battery.html


How to call GTalk to GTalk from Android?

I need it badly. I know Google voice is there, but it's not available in India. **Clarifications**   Need any good client application (Google Talk / Jabber client) that supports voice calls to and from GTalk users. Thanks @Matthew


How to unroot my TF101

The backlight on my Asus Transformer broke and i need to send it in for repair. I bought the tablet used already rooted. I have no idea which root it is, and I can't see anything on the screen. I tried unrooting using the method provided here, but it didn't detect my device. Also it won't go into APX mode and I can't see anything that's happening on the screen. I was thinking I could connect the tablet to a TV, but I don't want to purchase an HDMI cable before I have a sure method that will unroot my tablet. The serial starts with B6O, and since it's the backlight that's broken I can still see very limited parts of the screen.


How can I connect to my home VNC server via its hostname?

as asked in the Android chat room. At home I have a remote-access VNC server set up (running UltraVNC server). My current Android VNC app, called, funnily enough `androidVNC` will only accept IP addresses to connect to. This is fine when using it inside the home, but as I want to access it from outside, my external IP address is dynamic, so when I save the settings one day it may be different the next day. I have a domain, `home.example.co.uk` that is set up for the web server also running on that machine. If I open the ports in my home router, how can I connect via the server hostname (`home.example.co.uk:5900`, or similar)? If it requires a new VNC client, so be it.


Disabling Verizon Galaxy S4 from sending usage data back to Verizon

Its come to my understanding that Verizon gets information about how you use your phone reported back to it. Information such as "Amount of data used for Facebook, Snapchat, Netflix" etc. I know Verizon can always see the amount of data I used, but I'd rather keep the specific content/origination of the data private. A friend told me that I can "root my phone and disable that reporting" but I didn't get all the information. I wanted to ask this community:   1. How to disable reporting back (hopefully without rooting the phone)   2. If rooting is required, what the most effective way of accomplishing all this is? For some reason, googling around for this issue has given me no information! (I am a bit shocked at that as I figure it'd be a hot topic now-a-days). FYI - In case you are curious, I do feel how I use data is a private matter and unless a company issues a warrant, should not look at the type of traffic I carry. Its just a principal I live by. Note - Just in case, I am sure Verizon isn't specifically sniffing my packets. My concern is Verizon seeing things like: 100 Mbs on Facebook 200 Mbs on Snapchat 500 MBs on Netflix etc It just feels weird to me that they can see this information. I'd like to disable that reporting. Lastly: I'm using a Verizon Samsung Galaxy S4 running KitKat 4.4.2, Kernel vs 3.4.0.


KNOX in the background is downloading large files

I find KNOX is downloading 100mb every couple of days. Is there a way to manually tell android 4.3 NoteII when to update KNOX, know what the updates performed are, or know the implications of deactivating it. I have instructed the system to only update over wi-fi but I have several hundred MB updated daily I'd like to have better insight to what is going on with my smartphone and not so in tuned user.


How to install google apps when android built from source

I added a kernel module to the msm flo kernel. I built android JB from source for my Nexus 7(flo). I flashed the device with the built OS. I can add 3rd party apps for which I have apks or I could add them to the source tree. But I can't add google apps or anything from the play store. I can't add my google account under settings->add accounts since it doesn't exist. I tried installing google play store by downloading the apk to my machine and installing it with apk. Play store does install, but play store crashes as soon as I click on it. Is there anyway to fix this issue? I am using ubuntu 14.04


How to print to CUPS (running on another computer in the LAN)?

How to print from Android to CUPS (running on another computer in the LAN)? (CUPS (Common Unix Printing System/Server) is of course already set up to accept requests over the LAN.) Preferably, without relying on proprietary software.


Back up files on a pattern locked phone

A friend of mine tried to guess my pattern so my phone got locked, asking for gmail account and password. The thing is that i used to use a program for keyboard symbols cause one of the symbols there is $. However the phone is locked so i cannot use this program. I cannot write my password down. Am i doomed to factory reset? i can't remember if i have usb debugging enabled and my GT-B5512 is not rooted. I have literally searched everywhere for $ but i can't find it!!! Is there a way to connect my phone to pc in order to use its keyboard? Or another way to solve this?


Is there an Android calendar with limited security permissions?

I've just bought an entry-level Samsung Europa, running version 2.2. I'm technically-minded but new to this OS. I'd like to find a calendar that runs in limited security permissions, so that my calender isn't synced to anywhere over the internet. I am happy to take responsibility for my own backups. I have signed up for a Google account to run the stock Calendar app (it mandates it), to access Google Maps and to access the market. I've set the Google account to "Sync is OFF" in General Sync Settings, and I've turned off Auto Sync. I've kept Background Data turned on, and turned off Google syncing in the Calendar options. I am hoping this combination of settings means that my calendar will not be copied off the device, though I'm not confident this is the case. I wasn't aware until after purchasing that app-level security permissions could _not_ be modified in Android - some light research just now suggests that one needs to root the device to get that feature. (I may well do that, but I want to get a working set-up first). Since the sandbox permissions for Calendar are _do what you want_ , I've been looking at alternatives. **Jorte Calendar** requires wide permissions, and **Smooth Calendar** looks like it just relies on the standard Calendar app as storage, as I think does **GO Calendar Widget**. I'm okay with _limited_ data flowing to Google/Microsoft/BigCorp - such as map usage or market searches. But I'd plan to avoid using remote storage for private data: my contacts, texts, calendaring and so forth (there's something about Calendar refusing to start without a Google or FB account that is a touch irksome). I could use a local calendar on my old Sony K660 without wondering if it was being copied without consent - are there calendar apps that will do this? Or is rooting & resetting perms for Calendar my best option? _Addendum_ : in Privacy Settings, I've turned off Back Up My Data. Turning it on then off again reveals this dialogue box message: _Are you sure you want to stop backing up your settings and application data and erase all copies on Google servers?_. So that's a reassurance that file system data won't get synched by the stock OS - just Contacts and Calendar to go `:-)` _Post Addendum_ : I suggested in the comments that I might use the Corporate feature, in which one can add a Microsoft Exchange account. However this appears sadly to be subject to similar privacy objections that I apply to the Google account requirement. The user is asked for an email and password, and is confronted with this message: > By activating this application you accept that part of your mobile phone > data (comprising IMEI and model name) will be stored, processed and used by > Samsung for the purpose of reporting activation of the application to the > licensors of the application software itself. Such data held by Samsung will > be dealt with strictly in accordance with Samsung's privacy policy. A copy > of the policy is available upon request. Continue? Admittedly this is a small privacy risk compared to the wholesale copying of a calendar or contacts, but it still emphasises the point that the corporate storage of ones data is essentially mandatory. (Added here for the benefit of search engines on this topic.) That said, it may still be worth a go. For those of us without access to a real private Exchange server, one would need to find something to emulate one, so that the Google account can be removed. Once I've settled into using the phone, I will look into these alternatives \- and this in particular. Also of interest is package support in some Linux distributions \- not much for OS X yet, but I will keep on looking!


Samsung I5700 restarting

My I5700 is keep restarting (after sumsung logo slide bar running then restart). Note:- It was slow working before but when i try to make factory defaults by Hold Down+Call+Power button after this procedure, its trying to restart but failed. Pls. some one help me?


What might cause my phone to spontaneously stop booting into its custom ROM and only reboot into recovery mode?

My phone is a Samsung Vibrant running CyanogenMod 10.0 (Android 4.1.2). I rebooted my phone, as I do every few days, and instead of starting up CyanogenMod as usual, it dumped me into the ClockworkMod recovery. No matter how many times I select the option to reboot, the phone always just dumps me back into recovery. There seems to be something suspect about the `/system` partition.   * Looking at the log under the `advanced` menu, it says `can't mount /system`.   * Going to the `mounts and storage` menu and trying to mount `/system`, I get the error `failed to mount /dev/lvpool/system: invalid argument`.


Phone starts ringing for caller long before phone starts ringing, why?

When I call my wife's phone from my phone, I hear three or four rings through my handset before her ringtone starts. Is there a way to reduce or eliminate this delay? (Yes I have checked the audio file. The sound starts instantly in the file.)


Is my phone liable to explode if I charge it with a charger that came with a different phone?

My friend and I both have droids and we often user each other's wall chargers out of convenience. I was told that it's possible that my phone might explode if it's charged with a charger that wasn't built specifically for my phone. How true is this across droids?


What happens when I connect a 2 amp charger instead of the 0.7 amp charger provided?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  Is my phone liable to explode if I charge it with a charger that came with > a different phone?   >  What's the safe limit on charger output for a Galaxy Nexus I have a phone with 0.7 amp charger. I also have a Galaxy Nexus with a 2 amp charger. If I connect the 2 amp charger into my phone, will my phone blow up?


Is using chargers of phone not meant for it harmful to the battery?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  Is my phone liable to explode if I charge it with a charger that came with > a different phone?   >  Are Android chargers universal in terms of power (Voltage, amperage)? As in, I know that all Droids have the micro USB charging connector. But what if I used a charger of HTC make, or for that matter of fact a charger of RIM (BlackBerry) make, to charge my Android phone (which is not of aforementioned brands) to charge my phone? Will this cause (short/long term) harm to my battery? If so, why and how?


What's the safe limit on charger output for a Galaxy Nexus

The charger that came with my Galaxy Nexus phone outputs 5 volts at 1 amp. I have another charger that outputs 5v at 2 amps. Is it safe to use this charger? What's the limit I can use without damaging the phone?


Does charging a phone with another phone's charger affect it in any way?

I have a Samsung S4 and because its charger is short I charge it with a Samsung Wonder charger. I am afraid that it can damage the battery or something. Will it?


Is it safe charging a Galaxy Nexus through a USB 2A port?

This is a newbie question. While travelling, I need to recharge my Galaxy Nexus and my digital camera, both of which are meant to be charged through a micro-USB port, ie. 0,5A. To reduce charging time, I have an 1A AC adaptor but it only has a single USB port. Google shows a number of two-port AC adaptors:   * one port is 1A, the other is 2,1A (it looks like Apple devices expect 2,1A)   * this one delivers 2A when using a single port, but 1A when using both ports In case I only need to charge a single device, is it safe to have it fed 2 or 2,1A? I read that a device only uses the intensity it needs, but will it fry if it's fed too much intensity? Thank you.


Are Android USB plug-in chargers interchangeable?

> **Possible Duplicate:**   >  Is my phone liable to explode if I charge it with a charger that came with > a different phone?   >  Are Android chargers universal in terms of power (Voltage, amperage)? I'm developing an app for my job for Android and we're testing on multiple devices. I know I can charge the phones by plugging them in via USB cables and such but sometimes I may need to charge one or more via plugging them into the wall (or power strip). Thing is, most of these phones come with a USB cable and a plug adapter to connect the USB cable to. Sometimes the plug adapter doesn't indicate which phone or manufacturer it came with and so it's really easy to get things confused. What would be really nice is if I could just plug in all of these chargers to a power strip and just plug phones into any of the USB ports. Is this possible? Is it safe? Will I screw anything up if I just plug any phone into any charger?


Are contacts from the Google account also stored on the phone?

Are contacts stored in _Google Contacts_ also stored on the phone or are they only accessible if the phone has a data connection?


Sound files got "chipmunked" after installing cyanogenmod

I've just installed Cyanogenmod 10.1 on my Asus Transformer FT301T tablet two days ago. The rom is unofficial since the official rom would not boot. Appearantly cyanogenmod does not support job 4.2 bootload. Now, every time that I play a sound sample, generated by a specific text to speech software, using Google Play Music or Apollo it sounds as if being played as if on fast forward, sounds like chipmunk. When playing the sample with Winamp for Android, the sample is played normally. I have also tried resampling the sample using lame --resample 44.1. That only slowed down the sample just by little. Other values in lame command line had no affect. The only successful recoding I was able to do was exporting the file from Audacity, after which the sample was played normally again. The problem is that I have plenty of samples, so that using Audacity manually is not practical for me. Does anyone know how should I recode the sound samples or fix this issue on the tablet?


How to make tasker add and remove a widget?

I would like tasker to reorganize one of my screens depending on the day of the week by adding (and removing) a specific widget to a predefined place on a predefined screen. Is this possible with tasker?


Any "must read" docs for Linux-head buying an Android device?

I've decided to finally upgrade to an Android phone from my perfectly good N900 because Twitter open sourced the encrypted SMS messaging application TextSecure by Whisper Systems. I'll want vanilla linux software though, probably busybox/bash, sshd, rsync, perl, python, latex, duplicity, git, git-annex, gnupg, encfs (fuse), and tahoe-lafs. Is there any good resource for comparing issues with rooting different Android devices? Or perhaps resources to suggest issues I should google before selecting a carrier? Are there any HowTos or other docs I should skim before buying an Android device? Is there a debian derivative who's package list I should explore? Basically, what's the due diligence for a Linux head buying their first Android device?


Any way to auto-update cyanogenmod with encryption enabled?

I've been enjoying cyanogenmod a lot, but the auto-updates don't work, since I encrypted the phone. I'd like to have both, if possible, even if there's a bit of work involved. Is there any fix / third-party tool that can auto-update an encrypted cyanogenmod installation?


Website auto redirects to playstore app

I have runkeeper installed and within the app they direct yoy to there website to create routes. However when I browse to runkeeper.com it redirects me to the playstore app automatically. How can I force to open and browse the website?


Boot.img and Recovery.img is 0 bytes (size)

I have a low end android device running on Gingerbread 2.3.5. I am about using it to do some test and customizing my ROM. I did a Nandroid backup to be on a safe side in case things go wrong. After the backup I noticed my boot image file and recovery image file are both having 0 byte size. I used Online Nandroid Backup. What could have gone wrong, and how to fix it?


What does the "modify/delete USB storage contents" permission really mean?

What does the `modify/delete USB storage contents` permission really mean? Does it grant access for the application to read, modify and write _all_ the data on my USB storage? Maybe it is this only limited to a subset of that data (e.g. only data written by the application itself)? Or does it mean something else entirely?


How does the Asus transformer keyboard dock work?

From a software and hardware standpoint, what kind of interface does the keyboard use? I'm guessing it's not just a usb-hid interface, or if it is there's something special for the special keys. If I were to make my own device like that, say based on an Android sbc, what would I have to do to replicate it?


How to toggle hangouts

I'm trying to find an easy way to toggle hangouts on/off, but it seems it runs as a mandatory service, and the only solution I found is to disable it in settings/app, which is not very handy, and I think it reverts it to an outdated version each time. Is there an easier/quicker way ?


Issues transfering .apk files from PC to phone using the cable. Sony Xperia Neo

I want to transfer some `.apk` files to my phone to install the applications on it. I've tried many ways of **downloading** and **installing** applications on the smartphone but to no avail, so I think this method is the easiest one for now. The problem is whenever I transfer them to a folder (browsing the phone memory like a USB) I cannot find them on the phone or there is no installation available. Where should I paste those `.apk` files on my smartphone to be able to install them? My phone is **sony xperia neo l**. Is it the same for other smartphones?


HTC Desire C Problems detecting Wifi after adding additional memory

Ever since I added more memory (SanDisk 16GB microSDHC memory card), my HTC Desire C doesn't appear to recognised saved Wifi connections anymore. Any ideas what the problem could be, e.g. related or not to the memory card? Thanks!


Fetch stock recovery

I have a Samsung Galaxy SL gt-i9003 [ROOTED] and I was trying to fetch the stock recovery to kepp it as a backup for flashing a custom recovery... I've tried doing the same via ADB command cat /proc/mtd (in su mode) but could not obtain a list of partitions which it was supposed to return... Does anyone know where I am going wrong and why this command is not returning the list of partitions?


adb shows devices as offline but system_profiler detects the devices fine

I have several devices (mix of tablets and phones) connected to my mac mini. Some of them are connected directly while some are connected by a good quality hub.               $  system_profiler SPUSBDataType | grep -i serial        Serial Number: 015d2109ed4c0c18          Serial Number: 4dfcbd091f3a5023          Serial Number: 000ee30e7de4cf          Serial Number: 4100018996d37000          Serial Number: 0123456789ABCDEF        Serial Number: FA35FW901634        Serial Number: 2021bbaa      For sometime, adb detects all these devices fine.               $ adb devices     List of devices attached     4100018996d37000        device     0123456789ABCDEF        device     000ee30e7de4cf  device     4dfcbd091f3a5023        device     2021bbaa        device     FA35FW901634    device     015d2109ed4c0c18        device      But with time, these devices goes in offline state irrespective of the way they are connected (direct or via hub). Even when these are in offline state, as reported by adb, system_profiler still detects them fine. This means that Mac mini is still seeing these devices but adb is not. I am using original cables that came with the phone. Why do they go in offline state? Only thing that get the devices back is physically re-connecting the devices. Can anyone help me with this?


How to edit a contact in the "Contacts" app using LG G3

I use the Contacts app with this icon ![Contacts app icon](http://i.stack.imgur.com/b8AC7.png) and write something in the search field to find a contact. I click the contacts name and come to this screen: ![contact screen](http://i.stack.imgur.com/QYDUo.png) Now, I have found no way to edit the phone number. Clicking inside the box with the green caller will call the contact. Clicking the menu will give me the menu alternatives: Delete, Join, Add to Home screen. There is no text anywhere that sais "edit contact" or the like. Clicking the contacts name will not result in anything. Clicking the contacts photo will show it bigger. Long clicking inside the box with green caller will popup a menu with the alternatives "Forward contact" and "Copy to clipboard".


tun.ko for Samsung Intercept/Stock Froyo

I have a Samsung Intercept, running the VM stock image of Froyo. I'm trying to get OpenVpn running on it. The phone is rooted, and I have OpenVpn and the gui from the marketplace running on it, and running openvpn from the command line shows its connecting up, authenticating, but there IS no tun.ko. The several I've found on the net that _claim_ to work on an Intercept but _don't_.. When trying to insmod all of these I get an error indicating kernel module was built for an "ARMv7" vs "ARMv6".. Anyone have an tun.ko for an Intercept OR alternatively a link to a howto on building Android kernels/kernel modules on Linux? I'm quite familiar with how to do that on Linux, but clueless on doing a crossplatform build on Linux.. Thanks Dave


Xperia play bootloader locked?

Hi guys i've been trying for quite a while to unlock the bootloader of the phone i've bought. It's from hong kong and branded to vodafone it's not sim locked as I tried an optus sim and it worked. I press and hold the search button and plug the usb in and I get a blue light but when I try to check if fastboot can find it, it can't. Any ideas what the problem is?


Samsung Galaxy 5 Wi-fi stops working: "ar6000 driver fails to load"

My Galaxy 5 has this problem for some months now: wifi stops working, I try to enable it and the phone says "Error" without any other further information. The only way to make it work again is rebooting the phone. I think this problem has been related here before. But I managed to save the system log and got the following:               08/04/2011 23:01:50 [ERROR] WifiService(166) setWifiEnabledDialog: true     08/04/2011 23:01:50 [ERROR] WifiService(166) ****************setWifiEnabledDialog(), allowWifi****************true     08/04/2011 23:01:50 [INFORMATION] WifiService(166) setShowAccessPointListDialog():true     08/04/2011 23:01:50 [INFORMATION] WifiService(166) setWifiEnabledDialog(): true     08/04/2011 23:01:50 [INFORMATION] wlan_tool(11010) wifi loading      08/04/2011 23:01:51 [INFORMATION] wlan_tool(11014) Driver is initialized. load it      08/04/2011 23:01:51 [INFORMATION] wlan_tool(11021) ar6000 driver fails to load      08/04/2011 23:01:51 [INFORMATION] wlan_tool(11029) wifi unloading       I'm trying to understand what's going on here. What exactly is ar6000? Maybe the network interface? How can I get more information about the error itself? I have already uninstalled almost any app that could change the wifi behavior, and the problem persists. Juice Defender is still installed, but the problem already existed before I first installed it.


How to diagnose malfunctioning wifi?

Nexus One, cleared internal user storage to near-factory settings using the boot menu. My computer is connected to wifi, and I have a USB tether to my phone. But when I click on "Connect to wifi" -- even in the virgin "user setup" menu -- No networks are found, and the device becomes unbearably slow. The device had functioned properly for 1.5 years ... until yesterday. I don't know whether the problem is hardware or software. If it is in software, I would like to fix it... but I don't have wifi, and I don't have 3G. What are the steps to diagnose this problem? If it is a software problem, what are the steps to fix it?


Recommended Modem for Israel/Middle East with CM9 for GS II

My connectivity randomly cuts out - and after searching the CM9 discussion threads - I understand my modem is likely incompatible with my region. I couldn't find a sticky or thread in XDA about recommended modems by geography - so I was hoping to get some advice here from your experience. I have a Galaxy S II. Thanks!