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Can a developer with an app in the market also distribute to un-registered (rooted) devices?
I'm looking to root a tablet device, to limit access to certain settings, and to remove the ability to get to the Market (long story). However, I do want to get some apps that are available on the Android Market onto the device. Is there any restrictions to app developers selling their apps in the market to also distri...
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How can I stop my phone from thinking it's connected to a computer?
I plugged my phone into my TV's USB port hoping to play video from my phone on the TV. This was not successful. It's been about 4 days since I disconnected from the TV and it still thinks it's connected. I have turned the phone off and on, it may go away for a little while but keeps coming back. The top left status bar...
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what is the most comfortable way to ssh and vim/latex/c++ on android?
I'm debating if i should get droid x. i'd like to use it for work, meaning latex and code in c++. I use vim. i know this is possible with connectbot. but possible doesn't mean i can substitute a laptop in a coffee shop. are there people that use bluetooth keyboard with android device and are happy like this one (http:/...
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Is there a way to get my android phone to stop going back to the beginning of a song when I disconnect my bluetooth audio?
I have an Android phone (a Motorola Droid, running android 2.2) that I use with my car's bluetooth audio. When I turn on the car, it will automatically conenct to the Droid and tell it to play, which automatically starts the music app and begins playing. (I like that--that's what I want.) Then when I turn the car off w...
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What's that icon (Oneplus one)?
does anybody know what's the meaning of that icon ? I have a new oneplus one since several days and today this icon appeared in my status bar. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/UAtmO.png)
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Is it possible to change Android font in all apps?
Is it possible to change the Android font in all apps, including the keyboard? I have successfully changed the system font, but here and there I find odd fonts, such as in Flipboard and on my keyboard, Fleksy. I have a rooted Moto G running SlimKat.
13638
Changing SD Card Just a Simple Copy & Paste
I'm migrating to a larger SD Card and I'm wondering if it is just a straightforward copy of the data from one card to the other in Windows? Specifically, can I just copy the card using Windows Explorer and paste to a temporary folder, then copy the contents of that temporary folder to the new card and have the phone be...
49984
Kiosk App - Auto-Update
update on an android device (Samsung Galaxy S2). A I am waiting for the app to download and install. Is there a way I can force this to take place without user interaction. I was thinking about the following : 1. Killing the app (from another app) 2. Reopening the app after 1 hour (from another app) Is this going t...
46322
Driod Razr Maxx Voice command stopped working
Since 5/23/12 the Voice Command app has stopped working twice. I am running Jelly Bean version 4.1.2. Verizon advised me to reset the phone to factory default settings to get it running again after the 1st stoppage. I reset it on 5/24 and it started working. on 5/29 it stopped working again. The message when pressing t...
46325
Eclipse ROM on Droid X2 = no Wifi
Having a problem with a Droid X2 after installing the Eclipse ROM. The Wifi connection won't connect, and upon looking in the settings window it just says, "Error". Phone-> About shows version 2.3.5
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Having trouble with voice command to navigate to contact address
When I select a contact, then select its address, Maps opens. Then I can navigate to it with the Google navigation app. However, if I try doing this _directly_ with the system-wide speech input, this is not working. The input is interpreted correctly (correct contact and Google navigation opens), but then the address o...
17398
Unlocking bootloader on Sony Ericsson NEO V
Has anybody managed to use Fastboot on Ubuntu to unlock the Sony Ericsson Neo V? I tried and got the blue led light (bootloader) while connecting the USB. But Fastboot still doesn't recognize the device. I did follow the instructions to check if it was unlockable and yes it is. Is there some compatibility issue between...
56807
Make a device appear in ADB
I have a Zen Touch 2, a Cyclone Voyager and a Samsung galaxy Fame, all configured for USB debugging. I also have a laptop running Ubuntu 12.04, the standard ADB obtained from apt- get, and Fastboot obtained from apt-get. My problem is that when I plug in my Fame on it's own, I can see it in the list of attached devices...
17392
Titanium Backup Locks Up When Trying To Restore System Upates (com.samsung.apk)
Okay, so in an attempt to stop the OTA notification, I un-installed **System Updates 1.0.0** ( **com.samsung.apk** ) using **Titanium Backup**. Well, that didn't help, so I'm trying to restore the app in-case I ever need to update my Profile or PRL. But, when I try to use **Titanium Backup** to restore this app, it jus...
56800
Connect to Ad-hoc - Android 4.1.2(Jelly Bean)
I have been trying to connect to an Ad-hoc network with my Samsung Galaxy S2 running Android 4.1.2(Jelly Bean). I have tried a few things but every time i ended up with my wifi not working. I rooted my phone as required. However changing /system/bin/wpa_supplicant causes my wifi to stop working at all. Id really like t...
17396
Do I need a complicated root? Why? How (Samsung GT-S5660)
I am trying to install "Samba Filesharing" on my Samsung GT-S5660. The requirements is that it is rooted, and also the application "Superuser". Rooting, seems to be a complicated hack. Why is that necessary? This is a phone sold without a contract, and I am concerned that phones with contracts are a bit different, and ...
2498
How to read Exchange e-mails on Android?
Is there any Outlook for Android? If not, should I use an IMAP or POP3 client for Android instead? Which one do you recommend?
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Discover version of Bluetooth
How can I know what's the Bluetooth version of my Android device?
60293
Samsung galaxy note 3 root void warranty
I have read several articles pertaining to rooting a Note 3 and voiding it's warranty. I know a custom rom, or custom rom app would change the binary counter. Would I be safe rooting and using Titanium backup or similar to remove / freeze samsung bloatware?
60291
Whatsapp stops receiving message when removed from Recent Apps
I've recently updated my Gnex to 4.4.2 ( CM custom ROM ) and i've noticed that now (before 4.4.2 everything was fine) if i delete Whatsapp from "recent apps" i don't receive messages until i open the program (e.g. it stops sync data in background). Can someone that has Android 4.4.2 try this on his device and tell me i...
60296
Galaxy Ace Problem booting in Recovery and Download Mode
I have a Samsung Galaxy Ace GT-S5830. I want to install CWM and then flash a custom rom. When I try to boot into recovery it says RamDump etc. When I boot in Download it starts normally and says Downloading but Odin doesn't see the phone. I have installed the USB Drivers and it works normally in KIES powered on. I also...
60297
Galaxy S2 Messaging: persistent badge number
I use a Galaxy S2, SPH-D710VMUB (Virgin Mobile) running Android 4.1.2 The default messaging app it comes with has this (very common) feature of showing a little red circle with the number of new text messages in it. When you read your messages the icon disappears and you are left with just the yellow envelope icon. ![N...
60295
can't connect to a wifi network because it is always stuck in "remembered" status
I'm using a home wifi network. Several days ago, my Samsung Galaxy S2 suddenly can't connect to the wifi network, and it is always in "remembered" status. I clicked on "forget" and was trying to input the password, however, it shows "WPS". Thus I have no way to input the password, how do I deal with this? Note: I also ...
63921
Where does Android ICS store the cursor graphic?
If you plug in a mouse to an Android device, a cursor shows up. I was wondering where that cursor graphic is stored? I'm a root user and want to know in case I wanted to modify it in the future.
63924
Facebook messenger not displaying profile pictures
My Facebook messenger app is not displaying profile pictures of all my friends on Facebook. Under my Facebook app settings, sync all is on. Does anyone know what seems to be the problem?
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Nexus S rooting warranty
I know that the Nexus S has an unlockable bootloader and that flashing a custom ROM to it is officially supported, easy and pretty much fail-safe. However, what's the warranty like? Does it get voided if I do this? I'm especially interested if I'm covered in the following situations: 1. I software-brick my device; ...
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Coby kyros touch keys are not responding
I have a coby kyros 7024 model and the touch keys (search, back, menu and browse) suddenly stopped responding (those keys are lighted up as well). I tried with a system reset as well but not worked. Note: I tried with "adb send keyevent" command and verified menu, back keys are working via that command on my android. S...
52656
Does installing CyanogenMod lock device's network?
today after almost one year using the stock Android version on my Xperia Mini (ST15i, I was on Gingerbread) I decided to flash an official CyanogenMod ROM (CM7). So I first unlocked the bootloader of the phone following the procedure detailed by Sony and then flashed the ROM following the default procedure explained in...
17024
Alternatives to Smart Actions for non-Motorola devices?
Motorola's recent selection of Android gadgets (particularly, the Droid Razr) sport a Smart Actions application that automatically modifies your phone settings when certain events occur -- for example, turning off data service and ringer at night, reducing volume when you arrive at work, turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wh...
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"USB Storage damaged. It may need reformatting" error message in status bar
On rebooting my Samsung Galaxy S2 (running Villain ROM 3), I got an error in the status bar "USB Storage damaged. It may need reformatting". File managers like Astro fail to open the /mnt/sdcard folder. Things I've tried so far: 1. Rebooting 2. Connecting via USB cable to PC in USB debugging mode (This brings up 2 ...
17028
Sending sms from tablet not allowed or not possible?
This is more of a meta question, but the best place to ask I'm sure.. Why can't I send an sms from my samsung galaxy tab 10.1 3G tablet? Is it because the hardware does not support it (most likely), or because android 3.1 does not support it (least likely)? Cheers!
60741
Can I send text using S-voice through Google Voice?
I have a Galaxy S 3. Can I send an SMS using Google Voice using S-voice (like I can natively)?
64041
App like "button savior" but for non-root and Android 4.0.3
I have a Htc Evo 3D, whose capacitive buttons stopped working. I've seen on google play there are apps (button saviour, virtual button, handy soft keys) , which would move the 4 main buttons (home, settings, search, back) to screen, but they all require root or/and Android >=4.1. Can someone point me to an app which wo...
64047
Stereo to Mono Sound
Is there a way to digitally convert stereo sound tracks to mono ones, while playing? I need this feature because sometime I split my headset with other people, and hearing only one channel is quite awful. I do not want to change my music player, which is n7player (paid). My phone is Galaxy S4 with Cyanogenmod 11 (Kitka...
64046
Where is the Home folder?
On my linux system I have a directory in `/home` where all my personal files and local program configurations are stored. Where does Android store that type of file?
60746
No mobile signal after installing CyanogenMod
I have a Samsung Galaxy S 2 (GT-I9100) and baseband version I9100XXMS3. As far as I understand from this page it's a UK modem, which is where I am. When using the latest stock Android I was still able to connect to UK and Swiss mobile networks. After installing CyanogenMod 10.1.3-i9100 (but _not_ flashing the modem as ...
64044
How do I know I'm entering my password in the real decryption prompt?
I have a Nexus 4 phone with full-device encryption. As I took it out of my pocket, it was displaying the "Type password to decrypt storage" screen. Presumably it had crashed in some way and rebooted, but how would I know this is the real decryption prompt and not some login spoofing malware app? I powered off the phone...
60748
View text messages with time on the side
Today my Samsung Galaxy S3 (running Android 4.3, using Verizon Wireless as a service provider) received a software update, update_SCH-1535_MF1_to_ML1, which changed the way that text messages are displayed in the default texting app. The time of a text message used to be displayed to the side of the message but is now ...
64049
Android Custom ROM Missing “Add Google Account” Option
In the customized Android system, all pre-installed google apps are missing and it's not allowed to add google account. I downloaded the Gapps from http://goo.im/gapps, but I cannot install the apps due to signature issue Is there other possible way to retrieve the "add google account" option back? Thanks **Update:** I...
53382
Cannot update OS for Samsung S GT-19000 using Kies
I am not able to update OS for Samsung S GT-19000 using Kies. How can I fix this?
53383
Clock Work Mod Recovery isn't picking up External SD Card
I have Clockwork Mod Recovery installed on my phone and I'm trying to install a custom ROM on it. But when I go to 'install zip from external SD card' it gives the effect as if it's going into the SD card but nothing is displayed (none of the files, folders etc that's on the card). And when I try and go back it doesn't...
53386
Desire HD can't run Certain roms
I have a desire hd and I run CM 7.2 on it with no problems, but if i try and load ANY other rom it doesn't boot. Any ideas on what can cause this as I would like to install other roms! Thanks!
53387
How do I rearrange quick toggle?
I want to know how to rearrange quick toggle in notification panel, I've tried following this thread but the problem is I can not find arrays.xml described in that tutorial. My phone have 10 quick toggle in 2 rows, 5 in each row, what I'm trying to achieve is all 10 toggle in 1 row and scrollable. Here is my SystemUI a...
53389
Can I update the adb shell's environment variables?
I wanted to update the `PATH` environment variable permanently in the **adb shell**. I guessed the shell was `mksh` for I've found `/system/bin/sh` pointing to `/system/bin/mksh`. Then I tried * Making a new file `/data/.mkshrc` and adding the `PATH` definition into it. * Copy the above file into `/`. * Copy to `...
80694
Batch Convert Contacts from Gmail Type to Local Type
Each contact could be either Gmail Contact (Synced) or Local Contact (Not Synced). I have some contacts I don't want to have on my Gmail account. How can I convert them by multi selection (Or any other efficient way) to Local? I only found "Contact Editor Pro" which can convert the contact account, yet it can only do...
80697
my card was not recognized
I got transcend sd card 4GB when I installed it in storage it is showing that memoryis empty and nothing is downloaded in it .I tried to transfer files in it through file manager but shows no memory card option .I tried different apps for this but no use .PLEASE SOLVE RHIS PROBLEM
80690
All SIP softphones disconnect around 10 seconds
I am trying to use Vocalocity on a unlocked S4 1337 running 4.2.2. I have set up 4 different softphones on it, but they always disconnect after 10 seconds. Leading me to believe that it isn't the apps. I have followed Vocalocity's instructions for Bria and Vopier, both disconnect around 10 seconds. I also used Vonage f...
80691
Cannot share Twitter image
When I try to Share a Twitter image from the official Twitter app, and choose Add A Pin, the Pinterest app only offers the choice of pinning the profile picture of the user who posted the image to Twitter. How can I pin the actual image to Pinterest?
80693
SD card randomly blocking on Galaxy S3
I have a Galaxy S3, and recently something weird started happening recently with the external SD. When I am using the SD card (listening to music, watching videos) it will sometimes "block", in the sense that the apps using it become unresponsive. The apps return to normal by removing the SD from its slot, and it works...
45677
Chrome homepage on Android 4.1.1
Is it possible to change Chrome's homepage? I am currently experiencing the problem that whenever I open Chrome, the last opened tabs will still be there. When I close Chrome, I want to close all tabs. When I restart Chrome I want a fresh homepage. Can't seem to find this in the menu or options.
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Can I run Windows Phone apps on Android devices?
I need to run a Windows Phone 7 app developed for our company but no one has a Windows phone. Is there any way I can run it on my Android, perhaps a simulator or something?
53584
How can I replace the "gallery" app? (On rooted bluestacks app player)
I am using BlueStacks app player with a rooted Android system installed. I use it for WhatsApp and Kik messengers. I like to send pictures to my contacts but the shared folder is not visible in pictures, so I downloaded QuickPic which works Awesome! but one drawback: Some applications still launch the gallery app, and ...
49167
Unfortunately, System UI has stopped
I have PAC-ROM Paranoid-Android (downloaded and flashed from here), and suddenly, after changing some settings (unfortunately I can't reproduce an annoying message started popping up every 2 seconds, it says "Unfortunately, System UI has stopped.". Has anyone faced this before? Does anyone know how to reproduce the i...
42137
Quick way to show unread emails in inbox in Gmail app?
Is there a quick (menu / tap) way of viewing the unread emails in your inbox? Or at least showing the unread emails at the top of the list of emails, in other words sorted by unread/read (temporarily)? The only way I have found to do this is to search for `is:unread in:inbox` which is not ideal on the phone's touch scr...
48795
Root access via adb only, not any Android applications
I'm running a stock Android 4.2.2 on a Nexus 4 device. After following some instructions on how to root it, I managed to get a _partially_ rooted phone. Now on `adb shell` I can do: shell@android:/ $ su shell@android:/ # whoami whoami: unknown uid 0 With `adb shell` I can get access to `/data...
48797
How do I set up Google Voice as the provider for an unactivated phone?
I've got this Droid X, it's not activated, and I'd like to use Google Voice as the provider (this means it will be Wi-Fi only; that's OK.) Problem is, Google Voice needs the phone to have a number before it will let me use it as the provider. I already have a Google voice number set up, but I can't figure out what to d...
48796
recent apps button setting on htc one gone?
I got a new HTC One S / Android 4.03 / Sense 4.0! via warranty and wanted to set it up. I wanted to change the setting for recent apps button in settings > display but it's not there anymore. Why? Always had it. Can i somehow get it? The only things i've done before was unlocking via htcdev, flashing twrp, backing up, ...
48791
Read Out Text Messaging Notification
I just bought a new Galaxy S 4 over the weekend - I did some light googling on this topic, but no luck yet. I want to know how to configure my Text Messaging Notifications. Ideally, the phone would audibly say: * _Message Received_ * (Optionally) Then it would read the subject line if there was one.
48790
Different notifications for different contacts
im going abroad and im going to set up some twitter text alerts for people i follow so i dont have to use data. But doing this will give me constant text alerts. Is there a way i can have the texts from 86444 go into my inbox but not notify me whilst having texts from other numbers notify me in the usual way? I have an...
57867
Can I use an external GPS receiver by connecting both GPS and Android device to a PC?
I have an HTC One X which I like and carry everywhere, but the GPS is atrocious. It takes tens of minutes to get a position, loses it easily and it's not even very accurate when it has a signal. However, I also have a Garmin GPS which is fantastic at gaining and holding a steady and accurate GPS location. I'd like to u...
57866
HTC One Android update keypad change?
I have just updated my HTC One and now my keypad has changed for text messaging and I do not have any type of softkeypad option when i go into keyboard types. My only options are Standard (QWERTY), Standard (AZERTY) and Standard (QWERTZ) How do i go back to a numeric keypad when I am typing messages. How do i go back t...
29316
Does a MIUI-Phone work in Europe?
I've just read about the chinese MIUI Phones (Mi Two), my question is wheter they work in Europe, or might there be some issues because of other phone networks? Might there be some other issues apart from that? Bonus Question: Does the official MIUI-Rom has any other languages than Chinese?
53525
HTC One Camera photos have "pink background"
I am an active user of Android device, and I purchased a HTC One. In the advertisement they showed that this device has an Ultra Pixels camera, and you can click pictures in the low light with the best quality. But its just disappointing, when I click the pictures it comes with "Pinkish background". So can you please h...
53522
adb can find device but fastboot cannot
## Context I can run adb commands on my Nexus 4 and they work fine but when my device is in the bootloader and I try to list the device with, fastboot devices my device is not listed. I was having problems with adb on my Windows 7 VM due to driver issues, so I switched to OSX because it does not requ...
53523
Nexus 7: Compass drifts over time
When I use apps like Google Maps on my Nexus 7, I find that the compass drifts, with the indicated direction rotating counterclockwise over time (from north to west to south to east). As a result, I am unable to rely on the direction information. Is this a hardware issue? Is there something I can do to correct this?
29319
Add rotation toggle to powerbutton menu?
Is there any way (short of reflashing to a totally new ROM) to add a "toggle auto-rotate" or "toggle portrait/landscape" option to the menu that comes up when you press and hold the power button? I'm endlessly fighting with auto-rotation. For whatever reason, every Android device I've owned ends up being over-eager to ...
57869
Why does the new Gmail address not show on the Samsung tab 2 version 7.0?
A friend forgot her primary Gmail address so I created a new one for her. The reason she could not find it was her surname was wrong. The problem is that when I press the Gmail icon on her Samsung tab 2 version 7.0 only the primary email inbox is shown. I have found no way to view the new Gmail address which she needs ...
57868
Tethering with locked boot loader
A recent OTA update to KitKat removed the ability to tether my phone. I feel very frustrated by this bait and switch since I bought the phone for its ability to tether. The workaround is apparently to unlock the boot loader, gain root access, and then change a flag in a SQLite database. I'm aware that this introduces c...
63213
Device stuck in bootloop after enabling ART
I activated the Android Runtime (ART) instead of Dalvik and after that my phone rebooted but it seems that it's stuck in a bootloop. Will the first bot after choosing ART take some extra time? How can I tell if it's stuck in a bootloop rather than just booting slowly? My device is an HTC Explorer running CM 11 beta 4 b...
63211
How can I update my rooted Moto G to 4.4.2
Every time I try the OTA download it gives me an error while installing, which I presume is because I've rooted the phone. It's a European model if it matters.
63210
could not install gosms
Every time I install go sms from the Google Play store it fails to install with this error: Incompatible with other applications(s) using the same shared user ID. What could be the issue? How can I fix this? my phone is galexy s4 , i9505 , original rom, android 4.3 problem started when i tried to update the gosms, and ...
78455
My Llama is stupid. It doesn't learn places
I just have installed Llama and it doesn't learn places. I'm going to **Areas** then I'm selecting **Start recognizing area** And I select how long. Once I do that below the Area (p.e **Home** ) appears a text with the remaining time. But when it finished It seems like if It hadn't done anything. I don't understand wha...
78456
What files need to stay on the device for a clockworkmod?
I installed a _clockworkmod_ months ago to an Alcatel OneTouch 995. On the SDCard there is still a `clockworkmod` folder. The directory structure looks like follows: └── clockworkmod └── backup └── OT995_4.0.4-FR ├── boot.img ├── custpack.ext4.tar ...
63219
Severe battery drain by androidOS over multiple ROMs
I'm using xperia Sola. For the last 15 days i noticed that my battery was draining abnormally fast. When i view battery stats in settings the androidOS is always at the top with more than 90% battery usage, even when phone i don't use the phone at all for couple of hours. I tried all the battery stats apps and they som...
8823
Does a HDMI splitter exist that will split hdmi into video and audio?
I'm trying to hook up a GoogleTV to an older Sony TV and the TV has an HDMI input but just below it are the familiar red and white RC jacks for audio. I remember trying to hook up my XBox and the audio not working and now I'm having the same issue with GoogleTV and I think it's because this was made before the audio wa...
62205
Is there are way using GDrive or Photos resizing pictures before sync/upload?
I'm synchronising all my cam photos to my google drive. I'm using the photo app on android to upload pictures. There is just one thing that I don't like: I have no option to resize these pictures before the upload. So I have some 2mb pictures and I would like to resize/optimize them before uploading. Cannot find any op...
67822
Google Play not working with firewall
I installed a firewall on a rooted device (tried two: Avast and Droidwall) but I was not able to make Google Play work (download apps from internet). What apps or services do I have to whitelist (allow for internet traffic) with firewall enabled so that Google Play can work properly?
62201
How to introduce IMEI in UMI X2 phone
I bought a Chinese Android phone and is not recognising the card. Cannot make calls. I'm in Spain. It seems that I have to introduce IMEI in the phone. It's a UMI X2 android phone. Thanks for your help, Bernardo
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pkg: /data/local/tmp/Superuser.apk Failure [INSTALL_FAILED_ALREADY_EXISTS]
Cannot root samsung galaxy s4 `GT-I9505`. [*] Device found. [*] Pushing exploit... 6970 KB/s (1283460 bytes in 0.179s) [*] Pushing root tools... 7523 KB/s (366952 bytes in 0.047s) 7510 KB/s (1867568 bytes in 0.242s) 7475 KB/s (1578585 bytes in 0.206s) pkg: /data/local/tmp/S...
67828
How to check what's wrong while my phone starts? How to get logs?
My phone does not start up. It shows splash screen, but it doesn't load a system. How can I check what's wrong? EDIT: More info: the broken phone is Galaxy S+, it is currently rooted, I installed CM 11 on it. I don't know if it is my blame I think not because I haven't done anything special on this phone for some time ...
28522
How to find out the UID of a given file/folder?
I have an issue with inconsistent UIDs. I would like to know how to manually find out the ID of a folder (specifically the /data partition). I _think_ that it should be the same concept of an usual unix/linux filesystem but... I'm evidently getting older for this stuff :-) From the Astro app I can see the details of th...
58517
How to pay for my kids apps?
Here is the story. I have two kids (5-7 years), they have their Android tablets... and I have the credit card. I have created two google accounts, each for one tablet. I want to buy apps for them, but I don't want to enter any details of my credit card to their google accounts, because the theory is that they will be u...
58512
How can I get the lock screen sounds from Android 4.3 back? (upgraded to 4.4)
I have a Nexus 7 and I updated to android 4.4 after the upfate had been downloaded and waiting for a week. I miss the crisp sounds of the 4.3 lock screen, it made me like my device. Now its all changed without warning and I'm upset left feeling like my device isn't really mine. Is there a way to fix this? Likewise time...
66199
what is the .config_p56 file in sdcard? And do you have this file too?
(sdcard is a symlink to storage/sdcard0) because it starts with a dot it is hidden.To see it have viewing of hidden files enabled.It contents are empty and its properties say it takes 0bits space.Maybe my phone is compromised with malware? Please tell me if you have this file too.
66197
correct usb cable for Asus OTG usb adapter connected to transformer f300
I purchased the ASUS USB adapter that goes into the charging port. I would like to attach to my Tablet via a USB cable for the adapter appears to have the USB port as my laptop. Would anyone know of the correct cable I should purchase to link them together? Or would it be better to download my music file to a flash dri...
66196
Change Phone name on Nexus 4
When I look into the logs of my router, I have trouble identifying my own phone. How can I change the name of my phone, on my nexus 4 running latest Android OS, **without rooting it**? Is it even possible?
24531
Remove CWM from Xperia Neo V
How can I remove CWM from my Xperia Neo V? EDIT: I have obviously rooted my device but I did not unlock the bootloader. (At least I assume that I didn't do it accidentaly -- in any case, I didn't root my phone using the official method.)
24530
Is TransLoc Running? Should I be concerned?
Over the last few days, I have gotten a system popup saying TransLoc has stopped. Normally I wouldn't care cause I know it crashed. However yesterday, I restarted my phone mid-day, and never used/opened the app during the day and I received the popup again. Should I be concerned? Are they doing not the best stuff or ju...
66192
Will wiping data from recovery while flashing ROM on device with non-sd-slot also wipe user data?
I have a noob question. I'm planning to buy an android phone which doesn't include sdcard slot. Only internal memory. I am now using HTC Desire S which include sdcard slot. I change ROM on my phone so often. What I'm worried about is, will formatting data before flashing ROM going to remove all data in internal memory ...
66191
Multiple phone numbers of the same type & Exchange
My company's directory uses the "Business" field to list the internal extension, and the "Business 2" field to list the fully qualified phone number. Obviously my cell phone cannot call the internal extension. "Business" shows up in my phone as "Work", and "Mobile" shows up too, but "Business 2" does not seem to appear...
78517
Smartphone on usb rings on computer
I got a smartphone on android, and when it is attached trough USB to my computer (windows or linux), I'd like to have it ring or do notifications in the headphones of the computer. Is there a way to do it ?
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How to remove corporate settings?
My DroidX just got upgraded to 2.3.15 (android version shows 2.2) over the air. After the upgrade the phone forced me to set a pin number. The phone is not currently connected to an Exchange server, but it used to be. A couple of weeks ago I removed then Exchange settings for contact list sync and I uninstalled TouchDo...
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22MB backup on new nexus 5 - too small?
Trying for the first time to root my device, using a Nexus 5 that I just got yesterday. I'm naturally trying to back things up before doing anything that can wipe memory, but the size of the .ab files that backup programs (Nexus Root Toolkit, Holo Backup etc.) produce without root access are around the ~22MB area. I've...
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How can I install an app if I have inconsistent UIDs and the market app crashes?
I am having issues with inconsistent UIDs. Trying to understand what was going on, I got the advice to install a terminal emulator. The problem is that when I go to the Market app, I receive a (very fast) error message, which says that the process `com.android.vending` is not working. How can I then install one of the ...
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Configuring ADB for Nexus 4 on Ubuntu 11.10
I'm trying to deploy and test an Android app on my Nexus 4 from my Ubuntu 11.10 computer, but ADB doesn't recognize it. I think I need the Google USB drivers, but I cannot find instructions on how to install them on Ubuntu. How can I install the drivers on Ubuntu 11.10 so that ADB will recognize my N4?
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What is a good way to paste my (complicated KeePassX) passwords from OSX into Android Apps?
I want to log in on my phone to services such as Facebook, Twitter, etc. without compromising security. I'm using KeePassX on my Mac to generate passwords that I don't even see. KeePassX doesn't support the QR code plugin for KeePass. I don't want to send passwords to myself over email. Is there a convenient and ideall...
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ServiceMode is blank SGH-I537
I have a Samsung S4 SGH-I537 and there is a bug with the baseband ML2 that service mode can go blank. I now have no way to change the settings, I accidentally pressed another input in the service mod and now I can't do anything to fix this. Is it possible to change the option in the service mode option via terminal? If...
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Allowing some application to access my Gallery
While allowing some android applications to access my gallery, am i allow them also view all my pictures, downloads etc? Or are they only be able to pick an image for example when i use an image through that application?
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If I hide a contact on the LINE app can they still send me messages?
If I hide a contact for LINE can they still send me messages?
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Mediaserver using excessive CPU time and battery
I've got a Nexus 4 on OS version 4.2.1 that suddenly started to drain it's battery very quickly. When looking in the battery usage I see "Mediaserver"eating 60% of the battery over time, with several minutes of CPU time logged and several _hours_ of Keep Awake time. Typically the screen, phone idle or other services ea...