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21493
How to use "street view" in Google maps on Xperia Mini ST15i?
I'm unable to switch to the street view when using the Google maps on my android phone. I updated the Google maps to the latest version and also the street view but unable still though. I turned off the `satellite view` and tried but the street view was still disable. I tried to finding informative videos regarding thi...
58316
Damage risk of using flashlight
I'm using a flashlight app on my Xperia L phone. I accidentally turned on the flashlight, but noticed it only 4 hours later. I turned it off then. Is this keeping the flashlight on for a long period of time harmful for my phone or flashlight?
7599
Technical questions about the Nook Color rooting process
I've been considering getting a Nook Color with the intention of rooting it for use as an inexpensive general purpose Android tablet. Before I decide either way or dive into one I went and read a bunch of the development forums and guides, but I still have some questions/concerns about some of the specifics. For starte...
44834
Computer folder keeps closing when I try to open the camera folder to download all my photos
When I connect my samsung galaxy s2 to the computer and click through to the folder which contains all the photos from my phone's camera the phone keeps disconnecting and everything closes. How do I download the photos to my computer?
44830
Chinese songs don't show up in Apollo library
I have some Chinese songs on my LG Optimus G, which I copied to my music folder along with the rest of the songs. All songs show up in Apollo (Cyanogenmod's standard player), but not the Chinese ones. I have tried changing the filenames to western alphabet. I have put them in a folder with a name in western alphabet. I...
44832
Connection problems 3G/4G (Mobile data)
Phone: Samsung Galaxy S3, Mobile data enabled, APN configured for T-mobile Applications: MightyText, BrowserTexting Internet connection is working, i can use browsers, gtalk, IMO, etc. The problem is some applications cant connect to their respective servers. Both apps work when on WiFi, but not when using mobile data ...
79489
I am having Xolo Play smartphone. I want to support it Gujarati Font. How can I do that?
I am using smartphone xolo play. I tried to download the gujarati font library to support Gujarati Font. But not able to achieve it. So please guide me how can I support Gujarati font in my xolo play smart phone. Thanks in advance. Bskania.
65166
I formatted my HTC One V while in Hard Reboot menu
I think I deleted Android from my phone while I was trying to update and it was not getting installed in Factory mode. I tried to Format device which made my phone go dead. It was running Android OS, v4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich). Is there any way to re-install it?
65165
Pipo M8 pro launchers
I have a new Pipo M8 pro max tablet. I accidentally deleted the launchers when I tried to get rid of a few apps. I now realise that launchers are a necessary part of the android o/s. I have tried the Pipo website but it will not load. I know very little about adding upgrades and firmware but I might need to go down tha...
21491
is it possible to mask esn of a smartphone?
On a computer, it's possible to trick a server that you are using a different computer by masking MAC address. Is there something like that for android? Rooted phones have full access. So I'd think it should be possible. I don't mean wi-fi mac address, I mean 4g/3g alternative to mac, I assume it's ESN. If that is poss...
69805
Copy contacts from Google to SIM card
I have recently got my SIM card replaced, and lost all contacts as a result. I was wondering if there is a way to copy them from Google Contacts to the SIM card. It would type them one by one but it seems like a waste of time. Surprisingly, though, I haven't been able to find an easy way to do it. Is there a way to dum...
13325
How to bookmark an automatically redirecting link on the Android?
I am on page_1. There is a link_1 to page_2 that redirects to a random URL page_x. I cannot go to page_2 because I will not see its URL in the address bar (it redirects to page_x) I want to bookmark link_1. On a non-mobile browser, I would right click link_1 and bookmark it. I am using the pre-installed "Internet" brow...
5692
Can't install apps through Android Market website?
When I try to install an app from the Android Market website, I get this error: > "There are no android phones associated with this account. Please sign in > with a different account." I tried fixing it by following **this**, but it didn't help. I can see the list of apps that are already installed on my phone though. ...
5693
Dial 7 digits in an area requiring 10 digits
My area code(402) is going to be requiring everyone to dial 10 digits soon because we're getting an area code overlay(your next door neighbor could have a 531 area code). However, at first everyone will have a 402 area code. I would like to only dial 7 digits, and for the phone to see 7 digits and prepend 402. So I wou...
5695
How to fix out-of-sync calendar?
I'm using a rooted Samsung Galaxy S (Vibrant) running stock FroYo from T-Mo. I sync my calendar on the phone with my Google Calendar. I have several different calendars on Google, shared with different groups of people, and all are set to sync with my phone. Everything has been perfect since I got the phone 4+ months a...
79482
Samsung Galaxy S3 wi-fi connection problems
When I try to connect to wi-fi on my Samsung Galaxy S4 a message comes up, checking the quality of your internet connection and then network disabled because internet connection is slow. This happens at home and when out and about when other devices connect straight away. This has only been happening in the past 4 to 6...
5969
Is it possible to put a micro sim from an iPhone 4 into the Nexus S?
I have an iPhone 4 with micro sim, and am wondering if it is possible to put my micro sim into the unlocked nexus s, to function as my phone (for development purposes). If not, is there an alternative android phone that would work better for this?
5962
Hide applications from Apps menu
I don't want to root my phone to delete some applications installed by the provider, but I would like to hide them from the menu, since I know that I won't use them often. I know that it is possible to do that with the alternative launcher, but I'm using the original one. Is there an application that can do that? If it...
51974
Android early boot console over usb
I'm trying to port newer kernel versions onto my Nexus S device. Most newer kernels panic very early on in the boot process. I would like to debug this. However, since the phone has been provided to me by my school, I cannot get a hold of a serial port (if it does exist..not sure) Is there any way I can obtain the mess...
51973
How to delete Skype history?
How to delete Skype history? I saw two methods declared: (1) delete Skype application data and/or (2) reinstall Skype. But both methods are compromised by an idea and saying, that Skype history is (maybe partially) stored on Skype server. If so, then History will resurrect after both actions. So, my question is: how to...
56988
Picture converted to very low quality while sharing on Google +
I'm using a HTC ONE X with Android 4.2.2 and HTC Sense 5.0 I took a screenshot from my phone : the picture has the same resolution as my screen which is 720x1280. Then I share it on google plus : * go to 'Galery' app ( don't know if its the standard android one or an HTC specific app :/ ) * choose my picture * to...
52406
Why does bad Busybox installation in /system/xbin/ cause problems?
I've got familiar with Android not long ago. Having almost no experience, I carelessly installed Busybox, and after that the system started resetting itself after each power-off. It also didn't allow to install software from internal storage anymore saying that there was no space. Luckily, this question helped me out. ...
56984
Is there a way to change device type on Google Play
I have an HTC One V, but I rooted it and installed CyMod 10.1. The problem I am currently facing is that the device shows up on Google Play as HTC One V which came with 4.0, whereas my phone now has 4.1. Since it shows up as One V (4.0) many of the downloads show up as non- compatible with my phone and hence I cannot i...
56983
nfc tag compatibility with google nexus 5
does anyone know if samsungs tec tile 2 (note the 2!) are compatible with the google nexus 5? in fact, does anyone have a list of compatible nfc tags? (i thought the whole idea of nfc tags is that they are compatible, but it appears that the tectile 1's are compatible with even the newest samsung phones)
34647
How can I decrypt an encrypted SD card (HTC Evo 4G) on a different device?
I encrypted both my phone and SD card upon purchasing my HTC Evo 4g LTE. Recently the phone died (would get to the login screen and then reboot). After a factory reset the SD card shows up as damaged. I've tried mounting it in various ways, but neither the phone nor a computer will attempt to mount the drive - they jus...
17230
How to access a linux shell from my phone via bluetooth?
Basically I want to send shell commands from my phone to my PC (Ubuntu 11.10) via bluetooth. Why? Because I don't always have WLAN and WLAN on my phone sucks. All possible solutions are welcome. I know that most solutions will require some kind of daemon running on the linux system. This is no problem. Thanks in advanc...
56980
Google Now says it's not available in my country
On my Xiaomi M2A, Google Now complains that it's not available in my country. I know for a fact that Google Now _is_ available in the Netherlands, because it works fine on my Galaxy Note 10.1 tablet. So apparently, Google Now thinks it's in some other country (possibly China, since that's where I ordered this phone). B...
64698
Can Nokia X,X+,XL run android apks?
Can Nokia's new android phones run android apks just like in other androids via package installer? I heard there is no google play store, can I use a google play apk or flash gapps that brings one more question is their bootloader unlocked and rootable?
64699
Recovering internal memory on SGS2 (CWM, not root, boot to recovery only)
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 (i9100), which stopped booting into the normal OS. I have no idea why - one morning it turned itself off, and when I started it, it went as far as the "Samsung" screen, and just hangs. I have pictures on the "internal" SD card (flash memory), which I would like to recover. I can boot into rec...
64692
Is it a good idea/useful to use two Anti-virus apps on Android?
Is it a waste to load two anti-virus apps on your mobile? Are two AV apps more effective than one?
64693
Possible to restore calendar file from unit after update to 4.4.2?
Is it possible to restore the calendar file from the unit's storage after update to 4.4.2? The file was in Android/data/com.android.calendar. And no, I had no backup of the file... :-( I've rooted the the phone (Samsung Galaxy S4) and tried numerous ways of recovering without any success. Please help me!!
60530
BlueStacks: Is there a keyboard shortcut for the menu button?
Instead of hitting the menu button with the mouse, is there any keyboard shortcut?
64697
Amazon links in Amazon app
Is it possible to configure Amazon app so that all the `amazon.co.uk` links open in the App (or at least ask if I prefer the browser or the app)?
60534
Wiping dalvik cache - Dalvik cache of uninstalled apps
I just came across the folder `dalvik-cache` having size of about 750MB. I searched for dalvik cache on google, and came to know that it is builded during boot up, and wiping this will make the next boot slower. So whether wiping dalvik cache is not at all useful? My doubt is that whether Dalvik cache has some files re...
53911
Broadcast screen over wireless
With my Sony Xperia Z1, I can use NFC to "pair" it to Sony TVs to broadcast what is being displayed on my phone on the TV screen as well. I would like to do this however I don't have a Sony TV. Is it possible to use an app or set up streaming so I can view my screen on my TV? I have a typical "dumb" tv connected to a W...
11698
Issues canceling downloads in Market
All of a sudden a few days ago, I went into the Market for the first time in ages to download a new app. It said the app would be downloaded, but when I went back several hours later, it had not downloaded. I looked in the Downloads section of the market, and there were about 6 updates trying to download (which I hadn'...
11694
What extra features has the Android Youtube application over the HTML one?
It seems the HTML Youtube application has all the features the Android Youtube application has. I want to remove the Android Youtube application. But I want to make sure that I will not lose any feature. Do you know if the installed Android Youtube application has any extra features that the web Youtube does not have?
11692
Where can I find stock Android apps that are not normally in the Market?
I downloaded a custom ROM for my Samsung Captivate phone that is a variant of 2.2.1. Its version of the Camera allows me to use the power button to take pictures. I decided I want the stock camera without this feature. Is there a site from which the default camera.apk is available for 2.2.1, or for that matter, other a...
11693
Can CPU intensive apps cause sudden shutdowns?
Lately my Droid Incredible has been shutting down spontaneously when using my GPS for periods over 30 or 45 minutes. After the shutdown the back of the phone is pretty hot (and that's with a case on it). I kept my other services to a bare minimum when using the GPS. Could this be a battery overdraw (or overload with it...
11690
How can I fix my cheap Android 2.2 phone? Should I root it?
I recently purchased a Samsung Intercept for Virgin Mobile. The problem is that it doesn't work very well. There's a delay when doing almost anything on it, even calling or texting. It also has poor battery life. Is there a way I can get it to work decently? Perhaps by removing apps? Would rooting it get it to work bet...
11691
How to fix my multiple account sign-in issues?
I have multiple accounts active on my phone. I started by using my custom domain Google account, because it had my contacts. When I got on Google+, I couldn't use that account, so I had to link my normal Gmail account with my phone. And when I added my YouTube account, it threw that account on there too. Now, in interv...
44990
HTC One X SMS Font Size Keeps Changing
I use an HTC One X from Rogers (a Canadian telecom operator). I'd like to have my SMS displayed in **small** font, but my phone kept changing the font size back to **medium** , especially after I killed all tasks. How can I set the font size to **small** once and for all? Android version: 4.1.1 HTC Sense version: 4+ So...
46157
Galaxy s2 built in alarm 24 hours behind actual day
When I set my alarm for a specific day, for example Monday at 6am and I set it on Sunday night at 8pm, it tells me that the alarm will go off in 1 day and 10 hours instead of in 10 hours as it should. Does anyone know how to fix this?
46156
How to save an image displayed in the stock browser without downloading it a second time?
I am trying to save a scanned image from a printer on the local network with the stock Android browser. The browser interface looks something like this: ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/Mo95X.png) As soon as I click "start scan", the printer begins scanning the image. When complete, it is displa...
46151
My SGS2 got stolen and I want to reset it through a PC - how?
My phone got stolen and I want to reset it through a PC how do I do that?
64340
Sometimes Apps on SDcard Not Available As Clickable Icons
I have an HTC Legend with Froyo 2.2. Occasionally it happens that after turning on the phone some icons on the home screen are not clickable, i.e. I only see the default icon as if I had uninstalled the app. This can happen to any app I have on my home screen, it's not related to just one. However, the Aldiko PDF reade...
64342
Route standard headphone output into Android audio jack?
I'll be taking a video of myself playing a digital piano. I'd like to take the sound directly from the digital piano's secondary headphone jack rather than using my phone's built in mic. I use a Galaxy Note 2, and I think it has a TRRS port which can receive the audio, and hopefully be used by the stock camera app. How...
69115
Do I have to root Samsung Galaxy S4 Verizon before I install CyanogenMod 11?
Device: GS4 NC5 SCH-1545 Verizon Android: 4.4.2 I don't want the all the stock apps that you can't delete normally.
69112
Run shell script in background process no matter what activity in foreground?
I have a shell script that looks does the following: # /mnt/sdcard/touch.sh sleep 10 while [ 1 ]; do input swipe 700 380 1020 600 1000 input tap 960 540 input swipe 1220 700 900 480 1000 input tap 960 540 input swipe 1220 700 900 480 1000 input ...
64346
How do I have anonymous notifications (phone, text, ...) on Android 4.3 like 4.1?
So back in what I believe was Android 4.1, I had to swipe my lock screen to unlock my phone. Before swiping, it gives me the option of swiping into my missed calls, my text messages, and my applications. It did not show who I missed a call from, nor did it show the contents of my text message. Now it shows both. How ca...
64348
how to cast from samsung s2 and ipad mini to chromecast?
A friend has just bought chromecast. we understand we need to download chromecase browser extension and it would be easy to watch a special chrome tab from our PC. but how can he cast from his smasung s2? and from his mini ipad? any additional app we should consider? like `AirCast`?
64349
How do I remove the top and bottom bars on Google Play Books when I'm reading?
The top and bottom bars are obtrusive and covers the top and bottom part of the text in the books I read. I tried tapping on the screen once but the bars would only flicker and not hide. Is there a way to force them hidden? ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/NZXrc.png)
27915
Automatically un-mount SDCard safely when device is rebooted or turned off?
How can I configure my Galaxy S II so every time my device is either rebooted or turned off the SDCard is safely un-mounted because at the moment if I don't un-mount it, the files on SDCard appear as duplicated for some reason. My device is rooted with Ressurction Remix 2.6.1 with Siyah Kernel 3.2.7.2.
43080
Using speech-to-text in text messages
I've got an Android P690. When I go to compose text in a text message I would like to input it via the microphone by using Google's networked speech recognition engine. However when I hold down the search hardware button and speak, and finish speaking, Android opens up a web browser and performs a web search with the s...
42720
Samsung Galaxy tab 10 does not start up
My tablet won't start. With the USB cable connected I can start my tablet using the "power & volume" trick. When in prompt menue for various reboot options it says in yellow text > Can't access tp /system/csc/NSE/system When I chose "reboot system now" and it starts up as fresh new but when I disconnect the cable there...
42726
How can I disable IPv6?
I have access to the IPv6 internet through Charter Communication's 6rd implementation. A number of CDNs fail to work correctly over IPv6, which causes a number of sites, including facebook, to have significant issues (pictures don't load, pages don't load, etc.) On my desktop, I can disable IPv6, and these issues go aw...
51703
is it possible that my current chat on whatsapp is visible in my previously used phone?
last month i have sold my phone to someone. and now i got the information that my whatsapp chat was visible on that phone. Now, is it possible that my current chats on whatsapp(the chats on my new phone) will still be visible on my old phone???
9234
Google Goggles Battery use
I have not even opened the google goggles app in several weeks. Why does my phone report that it is using such a large amount of my battery? This is especially disconcerting considering that this app has the ability to analyze images which it could be taking without my knowledge or consent. Anyone else ever experienced...
29875
How to compose plain text email
> **Possible Duplicate:** > Disable HTML Emails in composer I'm baffled - my Samsung Galaxy Note running Android Ice Cream Sandwich ICS 4.0.4 has a default email client - which is rather neat. One thing that baffles me - how to make it send email in plain text form only - HTML email is evil and it seems to be compos...
51705
How do I edit a post on Facebook either through the app or through a browser from an S3?
I know you can edit a status post if it has a picture in it on the desktop but when I try to do the same thing through a browser on my S3 or through the app it doesn't work. Any tips on the problem? OS: 4.1.1 S3
54805
How to open PDF from Notification bar and fix "Cannot open file" error?
I have searched and searched for a solution to this problem, please help. I am using a Samsung Galaxy S4 with Android 4.2.2 along with the Chrome browser. Steps to replicate: 1. Navigate to: http://www.buzzbuzzbingo.com/Holidays/Halloween_Images/ 2. Click "Download and Print" to start download of PDF file. 3. Not...
54806
LG G2 - Debugging mode not enabled
I'm attempting to run an app on the LG G2 (Verizon) using Eclipse on a Mac. The phone, however, is not recognized by the computer. I enabled debugging but it doesn't appear when I do `adb devices`. Additionally, I never receive the debugging notification when I put the phone in debugging mode. I think it's the phone si...
54801
AnySoftKeyboard ignored after update
I've recently updated my _HTC One X_ to version 4.2.2 of _Android_ and version 5.0 of _HTC Sense_. Since then, my phone no longer uses _AnySoftKeyboard_. Even thought the `AnySoftKeyboard` option is set to `on` in the _Language & keyboard_ setting, the default keyboard still opens instead of the _AnySoft_ one. I've tri...
54802
Flashing Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (Verizon branded)
We are attempting to flash a Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 (Verizon branded) with a cutom ROM. We get to the following screen: ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ln3IH.jpg) Followed by ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/HLJkq.jpg) First, where is it looking to download? Second, why is it ...
54803
Google Now reminders ... view/edit/create on desktop?
Is there any way to access my Google Now reminders from the desktop via browser?
78200
Titanium Backup Pro in Safe Mode
I have a S3 i9300 with a damaged motherboard that only boots in safe mode. I tried to put TB with pro key from the Play Store, and moved the main app (not the key) to /system/app using ADB. But now when TB starts, it does not recognize the PRO key and some PRO features I need are not available. I tried moving the PRO K...
62973
attaching an extrernal keyboard to my zeepad jellybean 7.0 with USB OTG
I bought a Zeepad Jellybean 7.0 tablet that I like. I am a writer that finds the onscreen keyboard really frustrating. I attached a pointmobl keyboard from radioshack via OTG USB due to there being not bluetooth on my tablet. Originally, I used a Sanoxy that worked right away, but several keys on the keyboard did not w...
62975
samsung galaxy S4 default email app show notifications disabled
In my Samsung galaxy S4 under applications manager the email app has its notifications turned off by default. This is stopping me from knowing when any of my emails come in. How can I turn this on? I have found that others have the same issue but have not found a fix for this yet. The other people just changed apps to ...
62979
Insufficient storage available when there is plenty
My LG optimus F6 won't install or update any apps, including system apps, because of insufficient storage, but I still have 7 GB of free space left.
62978
Install fonts to Quickoffice?
I'm looking to get the standard Word fonts on QuickOffice for Android. Is it possible? All my searches on the internet have yielded nothing. If it isn't possible, are the fonts that QuickOffice does have identical to any of the standards? I mainly just need Helvetica, Arial, and Times New Roman. (Required for some clas...
12342
How do I install an apk as a system application?
I'm trying to install an application in the system/app folder of a device. It needs to be done since I'm writing a QAT program and the tests need to run with a few privileges not available to third party apps. I already have the device's firmware signing key and need to set the sharedUserId of the application to androi...
55100
Why does the Android OS use so much battery power?
Most of the time, I have enough power for my Samsung Galaxy SIII to operate for the whole day; at the end of the day my battery charge is about 35%. However, today, the battery died prematurely. I noticed the battery usage screen, and it says that 28% of the battery is used by the Android OS. How could this have happen...
64528
my phone may have virus but my antivirus scans clean that phon is protected
A pop up window appeared on my phone ,about some wifi booster simuntaneously an other window got on and told that my phone was infected by an virus ,but my antivirus was active and then i scaned my phone but it was clean . Please explain did my phone really have a virus in it?
10275
Repligo RGO file
Is there any app to open **Repligo .RGO** files? It seems that Cerience doesn't support it anymore. Thanks.
53463
How to change my phone model if i have root access?
I have rooted my phone and changed the os with CM9.X. My phone name was Sony Xperia MINI sk17i. after installing of new os then model name has been changed. So i want to change this this to that name. I have terminal app & have root access how can i do that, Please advice me.
53469
can you "voice to text" without using wifi or data
Is there a way or app that allows "voice to text" when I am not near wifi or have data?
63373
YouTube Acting Up?
My phone is a Samsung Galaxy S Blaze 4G running Android Gingerbread 2.3.6. My YouTube application is version 5.3.32. Lately (for a while actually), YouTube acts strange. Nowadays, a _normal_ startup results in the app taking several seconds to start and locking up my home screen in doing so. A "messed-up" startup resul...
63374
Hardware problem: extreme battery drain
I've been experiencing extreme battery drain on my Nexus 4. Basically the phone drains 10% per hour on idle. * I flashed the official Android 4.2.2 image and did a reset. * I replaced the battery with a new OEM one. **I left the phone completely untouched after flashing.** Charged it up to 100% and let it drain out...
63377
Virtual machine of android with added samsung os layer?
Is there a way to run a virtual machine of android like in avd, or in genymotion, but with added os layer that samsung adds in their phones? Also emulating the usb ports that the phone have when you plug into the computer. I'm asking this, because their docking software, kies only runs with samsung phones stock roms, a...
63379
How to change system fonts and Sounds
How to change system fonts using `adb` and also system sounds using `adb`? I have sucessfully changed system sounds: adb devices adb remount adb shell rm /system/media/audio/ui/Unlock.ogg adb shell rm /system/media/audio/ui/Lock.ogg cd %~dp0 adb push Lock.ogg /system/media/audio/ui...
21549
Can't install Google Apps
I'm using an Allview Alldro P2 phone with Android 2.3.5. Fresh out of the box it worked like a charm. After a factory reset from Settings I couldn't install any apps from Google (Gmail, Youtube, etc). Later edit : Gmail failed, Youtube failed, Google Maps worked... odd right? I'm getting an error like "Problem parsing ...
21548
How can I install a missing locale?
I bought Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 in Hong Kong. The System has some pre- installed languages but I need to install an additional locale (Polish). I tried "More Locales 2" from the Market and it worked but not as I expected. Some text is fully translated, but others are not. Is there any way to localize it correctly? Poli...
21541
Stock email client crashing
Phone is Motorola Milestone (EU version of Droid), android version is 2.2.1. About a month ago I switched my email server from classic Postfix+Dovecot to Kerio Mail server. I accessed my email account via IMAP and I didn't change any email settings on my phone. After the switch, all emails that were read on server (eit...
21540
Stop Galaxy S2 from reading homepages out loud?
My Galaxy S2 has suddenly started reading all homepages out loud, and it is really annoying. Does anyone know how to stop it? I am running the new ICS software. **Update** When the computer voice is reading out loud, it seems that I can turn down the volume of that voice, which mitigates the problem for now. Also, it s...
49813
How can I monitor and log the connections to my phone's wireless hotspot?
I'm sure the phone will be logging all connections and connection attempts when it is used to set up a wireless hotspot - my question is how can I view these logs? If the default setting is not to log connections - is there a way I can turn it on or an app I can download?
21542
new account for GMail only
I added a second account in the GMail aplication, in order to be able to send/receive mail using that account. I realized that the account has been added not only for GMail, but the Market (Play Store) also sees both accounts now. Is there a way to keep the second account only in GMail?
49814
Targetting SDCard vs Phone Storage
I bought a new phone. It runs JellyBean 4.1.1. It has got 2.5GB Phone storage and Internal Storage of 512 MB. Thats what I find when I go to Manage Apps section of the settings. I can move apps installed in Internal Storage to the Phone Storage. Thats the option I get when I open detail section of any app in Manage App...
20495
Connecting Android to Fedora to browse the web
I have bought an Android phone _Spice MI-270_. I wanted to connect the phone to Linux _Fedora_ so that I can browse the web using the services provided on my SIM card. How can I connect the Android phone to Linux _Fedora_ to use the Internet ?
68449
Check the exact location of each other any moment of time
we have two android items one is nexus 5 phone with 3G connection with my younger brother and other one is nexus7 tablet with wi-fi only (with me) and both are in different cities.We both are connected to internet through our device .can I check each others exact location any moment of time? if we can then which App we...
20497
Will a Motorola DEFY+ sync with my Outlook calendar and contacts?
I'd like to buy a Motorola DEFY+ as it fits my needs almost perfectly. However, I read some test reviews which are claiming that the Outlook sync options are quite weak. Does anyone know if this phone will synchronize with my local Outlook calendar and contacts? Are there any known problems which might occur during the...
20490
Changing vibrate length of default email app on galaxy s2
I have connected the mail app from the galaxy s2 to my email (exchange). The notification (which I have set to vibrate) is just a very short vibrate. It seems very likely that I will often miss this notification (unlike the gmail app for example which vibrates for a much longer time). Is it normal for the vibration of ...
20493
Why does Google Maps Display Routes/Waypoints Differently on Phone than on PC?
And how do I fix it? I am trying to display a specific route between my origin and destination, rather than letting google maps choose the route. So, I create the route in google maps on my PC and then email the route to myself so that I can open it on my phone. For example: ![Google Maps Result from PC](http://i.stack...
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Restrict particular apps from syncing depending on current WiFi connection
Is there an app that will allow full sync functions to only occur when connected to particular white-listed WiFi and / or **keep selected accounts from syncing when on other away / public / non white-listed WiFi routers?** Example being, when I am on my trusted WiFi connections to have full sync rights allowing Gmail a...
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Update Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 from 4.1.1 to Latest (Rooted)
I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 running a rooted version of firmware version 4.1.1. I would like to update my firmware to the latest version, while maintaining my root privileges. How can I do this safely, and where can I find the latest rooted firmware for my device?
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Software Update Error
I have a Samsung Galaxy S3. and it shows this msg every time I tried to update the software. I couldn't update it. anyone who knows anything to fix this issue![The error msg that i got](http://i.stack.imgur.com/7ngLF.jpg)?
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my nexus 7 keeps getting hacked
I have a crazy stalker. He keeps on getting into my WiFi and on my nexus 7 I've already changed internet providers. He has even hacked my phone I deleted everything from my nexus and 2 days later he is back in. He knows everything! He even talks about what web sites I visited the night before. I feel violated can someo...
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Favorites tray missing, replaced by strange always-on-top bar with fingerprint icon
This strange bar appeared after I added a couple Google accounts. Any ideas? Rebooting fixes the problem temporarily. If I rotate to landscape mode I don't see this strange "fingerprint widget". Cyanogenmod version 11-20140405-SNAPSHOT-M5-hammerhead. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/NYj3P.png)
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Galaxy S2 restarts
My Galaxy S2 restarts occassionally. In addition, it sometimes loses connection with my service provider (even when the signal strength is good). I just have to switch it off and back on again. I have upgraded the software to the latest version. Everything else works fine. No problem with making calls, connecting to wi...
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How to create a safe copy of every new photo/video right after shooting?
Is there any app that can secretly duplicate every photo/video right after it was taken? Maybe using inotify? Update: I was thinking about this while reading a story about a journalist whose phone was taken by the politician's bodyguards when he was trying to film their illegal bahavior.
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How to disable calls but still receive texts
Is it possible through a setting or an app to receive only text messages and not phone calls? Specifically I have an Samsung galaxy s3