Download Region or State for offline Map

Is it possible to download an entire state offline map for Google Maps via a 3rd party app? I know that if you download the offline map through Google Maps it allows you to download an area roughly equivalent to a city. Currently I've been stitching the offline maps together but its a very long and tedious process. I'm not concerned about size or bandwidth that it may use.


Was Firefox ever the default browser for Android?

Before I bought my Android, I heard that Firefox was its default browser. Upon noticing that this is not the case, I had assumed that the Internet browser on the Android was Google Chrome, but I just installed that today. Was Firefox ever the Android's default browser, and what is it now?


TTS and STT while driving - Samsung G3 (BlueTooth)

I have a few cell phones, and have never had a problem with TTS/STT with my 2012 Rio until I got a Samsung S3. My Rio has build in blue tooth. My HTC WP7, iPhone, and BlackBerry read messages out loud to me in my cars built in blue-tooth, and let me talk back to re-send the message. With Android, it just beeps. What I expected (and what I got from my other phones):               Car: New text message from "so and So". Do you want to read, or ignore.     me: read.     Car: Reads message.     Car: Do you want to reply, or cancel?     me: Reply     Car: [beep]     Me: say what I want.     car: repeats what I've said to verify     Me: Send     done.      This works on all my other phones without the need to install other software. Any thoughts on how to get this working on my Samsung S3?


Push a ROM to Galaxy S3 (d2att) while in TWRP/CWM?

My friend has royally buggered up his phone and we can't get a file onto the phone in order to reflash the ROM. We are able to get into the recovery (either TWRP or CWM) and reflash the recovery via Odin- but not able to get anything to onto the phone to flash! CWM doesn't seem to have an `adb sideload` option on version 6.0.1.2 and adb wouldn't recognize the device in TWRP. Any ideas?


How to stop Vlingo Voice Talk coming up on double-tapping?

Maybe my home button is getting a bit bouncy but I'm getting this annoying app constantly coming up, blasting out "What would you like do". O/S 2.3.5. Is there a way of reconfiguring double-tap or disabling this app without going a custom ROM?


Where does Google MyTracks store recorded files?

I am not 100% sure of this but I seem to remember that in previous versions of MyTracks the recorded files were stored at **/mnt/sdcard/MyTracks**. But this does not seem to be the case any more. By previous I mean version prior to _at least_ version **2.0.4** which is what I currently have. I have recorded several tracks but can't find the files at **/mnt/sdcard/MyTracks**. In fact there is no such folder name on that location. So where does it store recorded files now? I need the GPX files. I tried searching for "mytrack" and also "mytracks" (case insensitive) in File Expert app at **/mnt/sdcard** but it found no folders. It did find some files.               com.google.android.maps.mytracks     /mnt/sdcard/android/data/com.google.android.maps.mytracks          cache_vts_com.google.android.maps.mytracks.0     /mnt/sdcard/android/data/com.google.android.maps.mytracks/cache/      And additional 4 files in the same location. But I can't see any GPX files in here. Attempting to search at root causes File Expert process to crash.


Do external booster antennas help with 4G reception?

I have a Sprint HTC-EVO 4G. Today it's snowing, I'm in a downtown high-rise, and I'm only getting 3G. Would a booster antenna help (either now, or in general)?


mobile network problem after jellybean upgrade

I upgraded my sony tipo dual to jellybean using cyangenmod 10 using this tutorial. I was able to do most of the things without any problems. But after upgrade I am unable to connect to mobile network. Even unable to save APNs in the phone. I tried restore factory settings. I tired to set my network APN to default but am entirely unable to save my APNs (any APNs). I tried re-installing the whole process again. But nothing has helped yet.


Adjust long press of back button to kill app in CM7?

As you may know, CM7 has this nice feature where you can hold down the Back button to kill a misbehaving app (Settings > Applications > Development > Stop app via long-press). Unfortunately this feature kills apps too quickly for my taste; I find myself killing apps that I didn't intend to kill at least a couple of times a day. Mostly this is a mere inconvenience, but I fear that at some point I'll corrupt some file by accidentally quitting an app that's writing to it. Is it possible, perhaps through some hidden settings file, to adjust how long the long-press for this button must be? I'd like to at least double it.


adb command to search the filesystem

Is there an adb command similar to "locate" or "grep" that would help me find a file on my Android device? I'm curious about adb specifically, not a search app. EDIT: "find" has been suggested, but on my ICS device:               hydrangea@turnsole:~$ adb shell find / -name *maps*     /system/bin/sh: find: not found      On my Gingerbread device it works, though. (Except I haven't rooted that device so it lacks permission.)               hydrangea@turnsole:~$ adb shell find / -name *maps*     find: permission denied


How to hard-reset samsung galaxy ace

I am trying to reset the phone, and when I reach the Android menu, I have a yellow alert at the bottom: `can't access to /system/csr/PTR/system` Any ideas what should I do? Thanks :)


Applications: Rollback latest update

I updated Winamp today from the market and now I'm having troubles playing shoutcast stations and some mp3's. Is it possible to rollback only the update I installed this morning? or am I out of luck?


Android Honeycomb Stock Email Font

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


Google contacts stopped syncing

I've had my HTC Evo since it came out a year ago. My Google contacts synced flawlessly numerous times during this period. I rooted my phone on 5/23 with unrevoked, and everything still seemed to be fine. I only add this for the small chance that rooting is involved. I have not applied the gingerbread update, and I haven't done a system update since the last OTA forever ago. According to the accounts and sync screen, the last time my contacts synced was on 6/7. Since this was a week ago, I can't really think of anything I could've done that would break my contact syncing. When I go and try to resync, it acts like it's trying, and it doesn't change the sync date. Also, data isn't going between my phone and my Gmail account. Gmail and calendar syncing seem to work fine. I haven't noticed any other issues. Any clue as to what could cause this and how to fix it?


How do I change the function of the earphone button?

I have a Nexus S running Gingerbread and I use the stock app to listen to music. The bundled earphone has a button that plays/pauses music, but I find this redundant since I can either reduce the volume or pull out the earphone jack when I want to interact with the rest of the world. It would be really awesome if I could change the function to "Next Track" instead since it'd be easy to skip a track while I'm on my bike. Is there an easy way to achieve this?


Mediaserver is eating my phone's battery?

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


Make fonts larger in Galaxy Tab

How can I enlarge all texts in galaxy tab for an old man, specially in contacts and more specially numbers of contacts? Thank you. _edit_ galaxy tab version 2.2


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

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


Kies - Reflashing Samsung Galaxy Y

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


Cannot receive texts from certain contacts

I have several contacts that I can send them a text. They receive it,text me back and I don't receive them. It was fine when I first got the phone. Galaxy S III. What to do?


Do I have to calibrate my battery after a reinstall?

When I installed Cyanogen Mod 7, I 'accidently' clicked 'Wipe Battery Status' even though my battery wasn't fully charged. Now I have no idea what this exactly does (even more reason I shouldn't have clicked it), but I'm wondering whether the phone has anyway of knowing when or if the battery's full. So should I calibrate my battery and if so, how would I have to do this?


802.11s mode availability on Android?

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


How to increase internal memory of the HTC Wildfire S finally?

I've been spending a lot of sleepless nights trying to fix this. I know there are a lot of threads like this on the internet, but I want to go a bit deeper. I have an HTC Wildfire S with only 512 MB internal flash memory. This internal memory has a partition layout allocation around 130 MB for the `/data` partition and around 290 MB for the `/system` partition. Both of them are full. (In addition I got a 16 GB SD-card.) Installing apps, upgrading apps, running most of the apps - impossible. Now, I knew it's possible to move apps to SD-card, the so called **apps2sd** procedure which offers very limited functionality to move _some_ of the application data to the SD-card. Anyways after moving every possible data to SD the internal memory was still full and the phone unusable. I was reading about more sustainable methods like **data2sd**. I gave it a try. I used the instructions from htcdev.com to unlock the bootloader, I installed the latest ClockWorkMod Recovery and rooted the device permanently. Finally, I used the rooted device to install Android 4.1.2 AOKP Jelly Bean Custom ROM and Data2SD like discribed in the linked articles. But I was stuck the device was not booting until I removed Data2SD. The AOKP-ROM was working pretty well and stable, but installing Data2SD simply did not work in combination with Jelly Bean (SD-card formatting: 11 GB FAT23, 4GB ext4 and 256 MB Swap). Now, I tried to go for the **link2sd** approach. I reformatted my SD-card (14 GB FAT32 and 2GB ext4) and installed Link2SD on my phone as described here. I was able to move additional data and apps to my SD-card and could link some apps to the card. And now after some days playing around with all that usefull tipps from the internet, for example this thread: What can I do to manage my phone's internal storage? \- **I am at the point where I started**. This is my result: Internal memory is still full and the phone is still unusable. (I would love to post a screenshot, but taking screenshots simply does not work currently.) ![Link2SD and still no space on internal memory!](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ApqNZ.png) How to finally fix my internal memory on the Wildfire S? Why is Data2SD not working with the Jelly Bean ROM and why is Link2SD so ineffective? Is there anything I'm doing wrong? The main problem seems to be the Dalvik Cache on the `/data` partition (around 100 MB). Is there any way to completly use the SD card to somehow get partitions mounted at `/data` and `/system`?


Check if an app is installed on the device

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


Is there any way to do a Facebook video chat on Android devices?


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

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


SQLiteCantOpenDatabaseException while running Internet

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


Galaxy Y gps chipset model

I'm trying to find the manufacturer / model of gps chipset used in my galaxy Y. Can anyone help me?


"Youtube for TV" device compatibility

I have a Genesis GT-1230 tablet, running Android 4.0.3. It has an HDMI output that I can connect to my TV. My goal is to use Youtube Remote on my phone, paired to the the Youtube for TV app watch videos. I already have Youtube Remote on my phone, and I can pair it with a browser on my computer. However I'd like to try it on my TV, and I got no HDMI devices other than this tablet. So my plan is to at least try Youtube for TV on this tablet and see if it suites me. I'm trying to install the "Youtube for TV" app but Google Play says it is incompatible. So I tried to install on other device, and sideload it to the tablet (I have done this before sucessfully). The problem is, I can't find any device compatible with it. I have tried with Motorola MB300, MB525, Moto Spice, Moto G, Genesis GT1230, (and "emulated" Nexus 4, Galaxy S3, Nexus 7 and ASUS Transformer Pad TF300TG). None was successfull.


Install default Android keyboard

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


Android phone ICS cannot connect to internet through LAN

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


Selective batch restore in Titanium Backup?

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


Enter fastboot commands from an Android phone

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


How to use OTG Data Cable with a Nexus S to access?

Having an OTG Data Cable, I connected different thumb drives to my Nexus S – running JB 4.1.2 – but my phone doesn't seem to read them. The thumb drives I tried are:   * a 16GB Kingston G3 Data Traveler USB 2.0   * a 16GB Sandisk Cruzer Fit Mini USB 2.0    * and a 2GB generic drive What else is needed in order to access that memory? Is there anything along the lines of the Nexus Media Importer but for Nexus S?


Phone app crashes during phone calls

On my Android phone the Phone app will crash when taking or placing calls is there some way to replace the phone.apk?


More notification sounds not available?

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


Android 4.4: Messages plays music when mail arrives on Galaxy S5?

My Message App (Notifications) plays a song forever when a mail arrives? I can't find this setting to change or turn off music to be played in Messages. I can't even find the music track that currently is played! Can anybody please help? My phone is Samsung Galaxy S5 with latest Android 4.4


Synchronizing skype contacts with android

I installed skype on my android 2.3 samsung galaxy and all skype contacts were added to pnone contacts. Later in PC while using skype I renamed some of skype contacts and removed few of them. After that I ran skype on samsung again to find out the changes made in skype using it from PC were not applied to the skype version on samsung. Do I need to manually synchronize skype contacts changes made in skype while using it on PC? And how to do it?


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

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


How to increase music playback volume?

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


How can I turn off the notification for the power plug connection?

My Samsung Galaxy S3 with Android 4.1 plays a sound every time I connect it to the power plug. Is there a way to turn that off without affecting all other notifications?


Music files not showing in stock player with Galaxy Y

When I open the gallery in my Galaxy Y it shows no items. Also when I open my music player it shows no tracks. I think it is a system error. If I try to play music using PowerAmp it shows all the tracks in library -- but the stock music player doesnt. What could be wrong here, and how can I get it fixed?


Nexus 7 blank screen

After watching a bit of 4oD last night on my Nexus 7, I turned it off. When I tried to start it up this morning, I was greeted with a blank screen whilst being plugged into the charger. I held down the power button, and Google flashed onto the screen for about 3 secs. When I disconnected from the charger, the screen switched off completely. I have only had this for a week and a half. It is obviously still under warranty. Can I just send it back? I am completely dumb when it comes to computer issues!


How to save something to Instapaper with TweetCaster

I have TweetCaster Pro (thank you Amazon Daily App...) and it has a place for me to enter my Instapaper account in the Settings, but for the life of me, I can't seem to figure out how to send something from TweetCaster to Instapaper. Anyone know how?


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

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


Is there any known full device/disk encryption software for android 2.2?

I have not found anything in the app store or other stores, Is there any known full device/disk encryption software for android 2.2, that you have test on your device? if so what is the device? FYI:I know honeycomb supports this natively, but my device does not support HC.


Strange data plan speed on Nexus S

I have a Nexus S and a GPRS plan activated, from what customer services of my mobile carrier have told me is that GPRS will give you max of 10-15 kB/s download speed. In my Nexus S if i don't select "Use Only 2G" in "mobile network" setting i get speeds up to 80kB/S and the symbol in the status bar shows 3G symbol. As soon as i select the "Use only 2G Network" my download speed drops to 10 kB/s. I have used spedtest application to check speed. I have verified with my Mobile carrier and i do not have any 3G plan activated. How is this Possible, i don't want to get any kind of shock when i receive my Mobile bill :) Edit : My mistake, corrected capitalizations.


Can I program Tasker-like programs to do stuff if specific WiFi network is in range?

I'd like to try out Tasker, Llama or some such automated program. However, I do NOT want to program events based on GPS or other location information (for a variety of reasons not germane to this question). Is there a way to trigger tasks in Tasker or some equivalent program based on the fact that a WiFi network with a specific SSID (or other signature) is in range or goes out of range? To clarify: one of the main tasks is to turn on/off my WiFi when I float in/out of the range of known networks. Therefore, merely being in range should be the trigger, NOT connected to the network.


Looking for a good library of Tasker scripts/recipes

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


Phone frozen for a short time after unplugging from charger

When my screen is off and I unplug my Nexus 4 from the charger, the phone is frozen with the screen off for about 10 seconds. Power/volume buttons have no effect and the phone will not wake. If the screen is on when I unplug, there is no problem and the phone is responsive. This isn't really a big issue, but I'm just curious as to why it happens and what's going on with my phone during that time. Any ideas?


Which app can create a background image without distortions?

My device is a Nexus 7 (2012 edition), running Android 4.3. I downloaded some nice wallpapers from http://vathanx.deviantart.com/art/Impulso-114624053 and placed them in the SD card. Resolutions are 1920x1200 or 1600x1200. To set the wallpaper I long-click the background, select Gallery, then the folder & the image & keep the cropping as suggested. However, once this is set, the image is distorted and not smooth. Besides, it seems some color information has been lost as well and the gradients are not smooth anymore. ![screenshot after adding the image](http://i.stack.imgur.com/nTFEX.jpg)   Screenshot after adding the image (click image for larger variant) Is there any App which handles this properly? I can accept a little blurriness and reduced colors, but the current result is simply too low quality.


Way to root s4 without triggering knox

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


Selecting a large range of files in Astro File Manager

After I've put Astro File Manager into "multi-select" mode, how do I quickly select a large range of files? Like in my directory I have over 25,000 files! I want to delete say maybe the first 3,000 of them. So I put Astro File Manager into "multi-select" mode, but then I can't figure out how to select so many files quickly. I don't want to have to select the 3,000 files one-by-one you know! I would like it to be as simple as:   1. I put Astro File Manager in "multi-select" mode.   2. I select the first file I want to delete.   3. I scroll.   4. I select the last file I want to delete.   5. It automatically selects all of the files between the first one I selected and the last one I selected.   6. I can delete them all very fast fast fast! Is there any way to do that? Is there any other file manager app that will let me do what I so badly need to do?


How to turn on USB connection to PC

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


Make RAMDISK world writeable

From this question: Is it possible to create a RAMDisk / Ramdrive for Android 4.x? the question is answered how to create a RAMdisk under Android. The problem is, no matter how I try to create it, I am not able to create any files on it (I get Permission Denied). This is with `chmod 1777` on the mounted directory.


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

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


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

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


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

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


Text-to-Speech Going too fast

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


How to recover lost contacts in android 2.2 (unrooted)

Unfortunately all contacts been deleted, when I check in settings->Contacts-> cache. it was clear.Is it possible to recover contact datas? i didn't reset/format phone. Contact application cache got cleared. I tried an application undeleted from android market but Phone is not rooted. How to solve this issue? is there any free software available to recover or any other alter solutions. Searching for two days.Couldn't find solution. Thanks in advance


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

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


Power Drainage Issue Note 1

I am having an issue where my battery will drain normally but sometimes when I begin using an App, the phone can go from 76% battery to dead. The phone will try to restart and then dies. I will plug in my phone and it will show 0% battery but moments later it will return to 76%. This is happening more and more frequently where if I am using images it will die. I have the phone on power save mode and turn off all unnecessary applications and it still happens. Can someone tell me why?


Charge Level Control

Would there be any application or method of controlling the charge level and limiting it for example to start charging at 20% and stop charging at 80% ?


nexus 4 “storage space running out” issue

I'm using Nexus 4 which is not rooted. My phone started to giving me the low memory warning after have lot pic n video recording. I deleted stuff of about 400 MB, but still when I try to install an app, even very small ones, I get an error saying **could not be installed, free up some space and try again**. Any suggestion how can solve this issue?


Mobile data is not working after missed call

I have this strange issue in Sony Xperia U. Currently I am using 6.1.1.B.1.100 bulid ICS 4.0.4. There is no option in mobile network to select 2g or 3g or 2g/3g. All I have is `Use only 3g networks` in my settings. But I managed to select 2g network from the code `*#*4636#*#*` ( **Phone info** ) and select `GSM only` in `Select prefferred network type`. But the problem is this when I am using 2g data( to save juice) whenever I get a missed call after that my mobile data is unavailable( I know unlike 3g in 2g you cant use data during voice call but this is after the missed call). This is not happening if I am in 3g and only for missed calls alone. The only way I am able to use the data again is I have to enable 3g again and change back to 2g. Is this normal? Any workaround for this? I didnt find this when I am using previous build.


Synchronising files over SSH

I have an SSH server providing access to my files at home, secured by a private key. I'd like to be able to synchronise those files with my Android phone (Samsung Galaxy Note, running Cyanogenmod 11 (Android 4.4.2). I need two-way synchronisation: edits and deletes on the phone should be synchronised to the server, and edits and deletes on the server should be synchronised to the phone. Ideally, this tool would run in the background, but I would be able to trigger it manually if required. Does such a tool exist? I've been unable to find one either in the Play Store or F-Droid.


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

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


Downloading a .ics file from a url without opening the browser?

Ok, this is a little complicated. My uni allows my academic calendar to be downloaded as an ics file from a particular url that is specific to my calendar. I have downloaded ICS Bot which transfers ics files into google calendar so I can view it on my HTC Sensation in a calendar. If I download the .ics file and then the calendar's events change I will not have the up to date events. Therefore I need to regularly update the calendar myself by downloading the updated .ics file from the url. I want an app/a single button that can download my .ics file without me having to open my browser, go to the page displaying my link and then clicking save as to get the new calendar. Is there a way to do this??? Many many thanks. **EDIT** I found some interesting discussions but I have no clue how to get a app from code: http://www.helloandroid.com/tutorials/how-download-fileimage-url-your-device http://androidforums.com/developer-101/166103-downloading-file-url-caching- android.html


Locked out of Playstore

Play Store locked me out saying "Couldn't log in. This account has been disabled." This because Play Store required that I create a Gmail account, which I did, but then I was unsuccessful in logging in to the Gmail account. I have a HUAWEI-M931, Android ver 4.0.4.


Is there a way to start a torrent on my Android stick remotely?

I have a Windows home computer with uTorrent installed. With the BitTorrent WebUi addon to Firefox I am able to start downloads from my office computer. I am planning on buying an Android stick, is there an app combination that can do the same? So I browse from my **Android** tablet, find a good magnet to download, do something not too complicated, and the **Android stick** starts to download it?


How to disable the camera sound on a Huawei G525?

I have a Huawei G525 (Android 4.2 jelly bean). The Camera makes a sound when taking photos even when it's in silent mode. How do I disable the shutter sound altogether?


Android 4.0 bluetooth support

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


Xperia S Backup & Restore: Could not back up media files and downloaded apps with data

When I tried backing up my Xperia S, the default Backup & Restore would backup only system apps. It says "Could not back up" for "Media files" and for "Downloaded apps with data". Screenshot: ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/9WWPF.png)


What's the difference between "sd card" and "usb storage"?

Under Settings -> Storage, I see entries for both "SD card" and "USB storage". What's the difference? What should I be using each of those for? In addition, how can I control what data goes where? since so far, everything I've copied into my mobile (via USB cable and via Kies Air) seems to go to the "USB storage", as the "SD card" is almost completely empty of data. Finally, where can I find the base folder of each of these, using a file explorer?


Mice and Keyboard support in 3.1

Apparently, Android 3.1 will support USB devices such as mice and keyboards.   1. How much of an issue is driver support? If you have a "normal" keyboard or mouse, will it just plug and play?   2. Does the OS provide support for these input devices through standard Android controls, or will each program have to be modified seperately to support these input devices?


lock ES File Explorer or similar options

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


insufficient storage

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


Displaying Android Screenshots

I have a few screenshots of an application that I want to display on a website. I remember there used to be a web site that had all the "frames" or "skins" of Android devices; you would upload your screenshot and it would embed them in the frame and you would get images like this: ![Prettified Screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/uBYU2.png) I can't seem to be able to find the site or these "frames". Can anyone please point me to a direction where I can get these frames? p.s. I can do photoshop myself if I can get these "frames" (or whatever they're called).


Default storage issue in some android phone

Does android jelly bean 4.1.2 not supports to move the apps from internal storage of phone to external micro sd card but android jelly bean 4.2.2 or 4.3 can?


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

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


Sony Live With The Walkman : Phone is restarting continuously

I have a problem with my **Sony Live With The WalkMan** phone, it has Android 4.0 (ICS) and was working well before last week, the problem started a week before when I tried turning on my phone's Bluetooth. When I turn it on, my phone just restarts, and the things happened around 10 times and stopped. Again I turned my phone on and then everything was normal until I found that my Bluetooth is showing me " **Turning on..** " and I just couldn't turn it off, so I restarted the phone again, and now its **_starting and restarting continuously!_** I don't know what's wrong with the Bluetooth and my phone? Does anyone have any idea?


Is there a way to color code events in de default Calender application

I am using the (I think default) **Calender** application on my Samsung Galaxy S phone. It shows blue blocks for my events in the 7 day view. Is there a way to **change this blue color** ? So that, e.g. I can mark private events in green and appointments with customers in red ? Or is there a way to **show some text in the blocks** ? Or it not possible with the default calender .. do you know of another one which does allow this ? Thanks.


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

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


Alternative to Google Latitude?

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


How to Set 'Play' Button Behavior on Bluetooth Remote

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


Samsung Galaxy Note 10.1 touch screen stopped working

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


How do I run an AIR app on the device?

I've installed Adobe Air, and I have a few AIR apps that I have built over time and am curious to see how they will look running on the device, but am not clear on how to install them. I uploaded the app to the phone but clicking on the .air file doesn't provoke an installation process, instead, it just opens the browser and attempts to display it (and fails, obviously). What to to do?


Samsung Galaxy S3 Mini blackscreen startup

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


rooting android phone

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


Factory reset not working on Galaxy 10.1 tab

I have a galaxy tab with following specs               Model number: GT-P7510     Android version: 3.1     Kernel version 2.6.36.3 se.infra@sep-58#1     Build number: HMj37.UEKF3 P7510UEKF3      I have tried               -- Settings > Privacy > Factory reset     -- Powered off the device -> Up Key + Power button -> Recovery mode > Factory reset      , but its not resetting the tab to factory settings, After restarting its always showing me already installed applications and gmail/facebook account.


How to remove any icons from notification bar?

I want to disable a few buttons like "Driving mode" from the notification bar on my S4. Yes, I have read exactly this question and I know the general idea. (I have seen it on 4.1). But on my device with 4.2.2 the problem is: All buttons are enabled and there is no area for disabled buttons to move buttons to. Is there any secret trick I have missed? **EDIT** : There are some good screenshots about the situation here. And I would be curious, if this is specific to the S4 or specific to 4.2.2?


"Avoided poor Internet connection" even though signal strength, speed is great

My phone keeps disconnecting from the WiFi network, saying "avoided poor Internet connection"... but I'm less than 20 feet from the router. It shows full bars while connected and the speed is fine. How can I make it stay connected?


SD Card Unexpectedly removed error

I have a Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 which I bought 4 months ago....love it! Decided to add an external SD card......so I bought a 16 G. After a couple of weeks, I got a notification "SD Card Removed Unexpectedly!" Of course I never removed the card but I could not get the tablet to recognize my SD card. In doing research, I noticed that the instruction said I need a Class 10 card, so not being sure I had a class 10, I went out and bought a 32 G Class 10. Worked beautifully for a week and the error returned......intermittently In turning on the tab, I never know if the message is there and I can see the card on my tab (at times).....other times I can't. If I put the SD card in a reader connected to my PC, it is fine. I complained to Samsung and they said I can return it for repair since it is under warranty. Do anyone know if Samsung CAN repair this problem? I don't want to waste the money or time if it is not going to do any good..... Also have anyone discovered a fix or cause of this problem?


Download of something bad

Yesterday I clicked on a link on my phone which started a download of an .apk file. My phone told me it had downloaded and like an idiot I clicked on it in the notification bar so I could try and delete it... that was the last I saw of it. Today my phone downloaded live_18_audiotel.apk while I was attempting to download LFConnect - a legit program from Life Fitness. I can't seem to find the .apk for the file listed above on my phone to delete it. I do know that when I click on it I get informed that it will NOT install as it is not allowed based on my settings. ( I thought this happened on the prior one, too) But I'm worried. A search for the above .apk comes up with ONE hit on google... that makes me even more concerned. Any suggestions out there? Samsung Galaxy S4 on Verizon


Updated to 1.28 and now my Media Link HD won't connect?

I got an HTC Media Link HD free with my phone for pre-ordering and it works fine, however having updated to the 1.28 software over the weekend, I found that I can no longer connect to the media link. Is anyone aware of this issue or knows a way to fix it, as there seems to be very little detail about it online.


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

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


Can't update LG G2

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


Should I resend message with one mark in WhatsApp Messenger?

I tried to send a message and found that it has one mark. I can see the last seen message, which means that it was not yet seen. Should I try to send the message again?


Changing the call voicemail timeout period?

I'm running Cyanogenmod 7. When I call my Android phone, it rings for 30 seconds before timing out and directing to my voicemail. I want it to only ring for 20 seconds before timing out - how can I change this? Is there somewhere in the Android GUI for me to set it?


Browser for multiple tabs?

I like using many tabs when browsing. It's a bit annoying to click links and open it as a tab on firefox. It's annoying to close and switch between them too (Next tab so I can read VS pull a list and click the next one). What browser is good for tabs? I tried firefox and the default web browser. I tried looking up android firefox for gestures or some way to handle tabs better but it looks like I can't open tabs easily on it


How to search the Play Store by permissions?

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


How can I see how "Internal" storage is used

1. How can I see how apps are using _Internal Storage_?   2. How can I see percistent/constant usage?   3. How can I see how much applications on SD-card would use extra, if I moved them to the phone. I am referring to /data, Which Link2SD calls Internal (Storage). There is also "System" (/system) and "Cache" (/cache), which are also probably internal in the sense that they are not on the SD - but my problem is the Internal as defined above.


Is the "What's here?" Google maps feature known from the PC/Browser available on Android?

The PC Version of Google Maps offers a **What's here?** feature (giving grid reference in decimal degrees) which is seemingly not available on the Nexus 7. This is very useful for navigation to locations without a specific street or house number address, e.g. rural areas. How can this feature be accessed or is there a work around?


Copy SD Card contents to USB HDD

I'm considering to buy an Android Tablet (e.g. Nexus 7). One of the things I would like to do is, copy some content of my SD Cards (e.g. camera, gopro) to a USB HDD. Can I do this with an android tablet? What app(s) do I need (if any)?   Anything else? Is somebody aware of any instructions or How Tos that describe this? Many Thanks!


DNAT iptables rule on rooted Android phone?

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


Read Persian SMS on Android 2.1

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


Skype cutting out on Samsung Galaxy Ace III

I've had my phone (Samsung Galaxy Ace III) for around 3 weeks now. Ever since I received it I instantly installed Skype and for some reason, when ever I'm calling any of my friends their voices cut out. I have borrowed several other devices in my house to try and see if it was a local/generic problem but that was inconclusive as Skype worked fine on all of them. It's really quite irritating when I'm trying to talk to my friend and when he replies I don't hear him, either at all or only a little bit. What's my problem? Also I've tried re-installing Skype several times as well as cleaning caches etc.


How to access sensors and camera of android device from Shell

I have logged in to my android phone through SSH [installed SSH client in android and through putty from windows]. Now I can access all the directories like root, dev, etc, of the phone. Can someone tell me what's the native method to access the devices and sensors of the phone .. I mean, how can I control say, the camera, just from this Linux shell terminal of the phone.


Battery impact of Android always on wifi location scanning

Google Now is popping up a card that reads: > **Improve my location** > > For more accurate location, let Google search for Wi-Fi connections, even > when Wi-Fi is off. Is this likely to have an impact on battery life? Any experiences with this versus GPS or just leaving wifi on? And where is this setting actually controlled? I couldn't find it in Settings > Location. This is on a rooted Moto X, if it makes a difference.


Cyanogenmod - Filesystem for 64GB SD card, files larger than 4GB

Every time I find a thread on the Internet describing "how to get your 64GB SD card to work with Cyanogenmod", the answer is always the same: format it to FAT32. FAT32 does not support files larger than 4GB. Does Cyanogenmod (10.1) support a decent file system that can take files larger than that?


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

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


Restore settings path after sd card reinsertion

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


Suspicious directory ".MySecurityData" in internal storage

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


Recent activities log

Is there an easy way to view a list of recent activities? The one I'm looking for doesn't seem to be showing up in the main recent apps view, and `adb logcat` is so noisy I'm having a hard time finding anything.


Introspy usage in Android

i am trying to use Introspy tool in android device but the trace file (introspy.db) is not being created tool is present at > https://github.com/iSECPartners/Introspy-Android Kindly any help if you have > tried using this.


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

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


Android phone will only boot into recovery and boot loader

My HTC one will only boot into the recovery or the bootloader. I am trying to flash a stock ROM to my phone from the terminal on my mac, but I am getting this error:               Mikes-MacBook-Air:HTCOneRoot Mike$ ./fastboot-mac flash zip ATT-3.17.502.3-Stock-Rooted-DEODEX.zip      sending 'zip' (1114992 KB)...     OKAY [ 37.597s]     writing 'zip'...     FAILED (remote: not allowed)     finished. total time: 37.618s          Mikes-MacBook-Air:HTCOneRoot Mike$


Mute Button Missing?

I upgraded to a Samsung Galaxy S4 from an iPhone 4 today and have been setting various settings. When I first made a call there was a mute button in the middle bottom of the screen. Now, after I have changed settings, there is no more mute button. I am at a lost as to what I changed to make my mute button disappear. What do I do to see the mute button? Note: I am referring to muting my phone during a call.


Bluetooth hands-free profile

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


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

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


Samsung galaxy S3 phonenumber sync facebook

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


How to log and visualize resource usage stats (to identify resource hogs)?

I want to be able to collect up to, say, a couple of day's worth of resource usage statics for my android, at the resolution of individual apps, and ordered according to their shares of the resource. And I would like then to be able to view this information in such a way that I can easily identify the worst resource hogs. Any suggestions for how to do this would be appreciated. (FWIW, my phone is rooted.) Thanks! PS: There is a bazillion of apps for monitoring CPU usage, memory usage, etc., but all the ones I have found give only global statistics. I.e. they will tell me that, e.g. 84% of my phone's CPU is being used, but none will give me a weighted breakdown of that percentage over the apps responsible for it. Monitoring apps that do not collect and display statistics at the resolution of individual applications are of little use to me. And of course, it goes without saying that "task manager" apps, or even for apps like Watchdog are even farther removed from what I'm looking for; these apps may be very good at what they do, but they simply are not designed to do what I want done.


How do I turn off my maps app (that's taking 93% of my battery) on the Smart II?

I have the new Smart II. Maps is using 93 percent of my battery and I can't turn it off. I keep pressing force close but it comes back on a few seconds later.


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

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


Strange Contact status

In my contacts there is a text area between the photo and the emails. How do I edit it? Something put something inappropriate there and I would like to get rid of it. Thanks Model: Vizio Android Version: 3.2.1 HTK55 ![Screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/p1BuV.jpg)   Screenshot (click it for larger variant) The area in the blue oval.


Rooting a Toshiba AT100 running ICS

I have been trying to root my Toshiba AT100 running ICS 4.0.4 however I am unable to get it to work. I have tried several tutorials and they either don't work, are for tools running on Windows or only work in Honeycomb ROMs. I have also tried MotoChopper Universal Root Tool which worked well for all phones I have currently rooted with it but it fails to root the tablet. Does anyone know of a root tool for Linux (I'm running Ubuntu 13.04) that will work on the AT100 tablet?


Factory reset generic android device

I have a cheap generic Android tablet (a Groupon special) that won't boot. ~~My theory is that the storage is full because this happened to two different tablets after installing apps.~~ _update: I learned how to use adb to remove apps and this problem persists._ It gets to a Android logo screen in the boot process and hangs there. The only hardware buttons available are the Power and Volume buttons. I have already tried holding down the Power + Vol Up + Vol Dn buttons, and that does not reset the device. I tried `adb reboot recovery`, but that only reboots the device and then continues to hang at the same screen. I tried `adb shell` `recovery --wipe_data`. This causes the screen to flicker a moment, and then I get a _Segmentation fault_. I'm stuck. I'm not a big Android guy so all this is from searching online and I don't quite understand what all is happening. Any other tips are _GREATLY_ appreciated!!


What options are there for permanently connecting a rooted Android Phone to a NAS?

I keep all my documents, pics, music, etc. on a home NAS so I can access the data from around my home. For work I mostly use DropBox. But as my free 50GB are going to expire soon, I need to find another solution. So I thought I could move all my stuff from DB to my NAS and access it from there. I could use VPN but they aren't allowing outgoing connections and won't enable it for only that reason, which I can fully understand. BTW I have a FritzBox 7390 as router and I plan of purchasing a low-power Shuttle PC for simple server-stuff. My Nexus 5 is rooted and runs the latest OmniRom build. Are there any options here? If possible, it would be nice if my NAS could be mounted so I can move files around easily with an app.


How to restore stock firmware on HTC One mini

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


Wi-Fi connection dropping

Lately I've been having trouble keeping a connection to Wi-Fi, first at home and now at work. What happens is that after a while I'll notice that my phone is using 3G. If I go into my Wi-Fi settings, I'll see a strong signal from my router. When I try to connect manually, I often get the message, "Failed to connect to network" with no further details. (There's a special place in hell for those who write error messages that give no indication of the nature of the problem.) Other times I can connect, but the signal is reported as weak and drops quickly. My computers can connect with no problems and report strong wireless signals. My roommates have no similar problems. I have a Galaxy Nexus running Jelly Bean. My roommates have a Galaxy Note and a Galaxy S2, respectively, both on ICS. What's wrong with my phone? # Additional details   * My phone is rooted but running the stock ROM.   * My phone is the international GSM version.    * I first noticed this problem while using Tasker to implement a Bluetooth wireless leash. I've stopped using the leash--and Bluetooth entirely--but the problem persists. I'm still using Tasker for other things.   * In trying to track down this issue, I disabled "Avoid poor connections" but that change had no effect.   * I'm willing to consider flashing stuff to my phone as a last resort, but I strongly prefer alternative solutions. I didn't have problems initially, so I doubt the radio is to blame. Furthermore, I will down vote any answer that provides an incompatible ROM/radio, etc. or that provides it from a non-reputable source.


Why can't I have flash_image working?

I've rooted my device (Omega T107) and i cannot install any recovery (tried cyanogenmod adn amon_ra) When I use flash_image as root it never ends Screen link:   ![screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/zw29r.png)


Sync Chrome Mobile with Desktop Firefox?

On my desktop computers, I use Firefox with the Firefox Sync service but on my mobile Android device I prefer using Chrome Mobile. Is there any way to sync Chrome Mobile with Firefox Sync? (I thought of syncing at least history, bookmarks and password).      **Comment** : For now, I'll use XMarks and LastPass to synchronize my bookmarks/history (and passwords for Chrome Desktop only). But that's indeed not the ideal solution because I need a running Chrome to have the synchronization with my Chrome Mobile running. Because of this, I plan to write a small tool, that hooks into the web APIs of Firefox Sync and Chrome Sync to sync them against each other.


Private setting in standard calendar from ICS

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


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

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


Images are not being scanned in Kitkat

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


S Planner stopped working

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


How do you load a local ROM with beebdroid?

I downloaded beebdroid, the bbc micro emulator and its working great but i cant figure out how to load a rom other than the ones it lists as being online.


Root Sony Xperia Z1

Is possible to do root Sony Xperia Z1 (c9603) with 4.4.2 version? I searched on google, but all the tutorials are for other versions. I don't want to do a downgrade, so, is possible root without downgrade? Thanks


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

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


What LTE Category is Kyocera Hydro XTRM?

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


Can't delete "Layar" app from rooted Samsung 551

I rooted my Samsung 551 with Android 2.3.6 to delete some useless apps such as Orkut, Midnight Bowling and Layar. In trying to delete the Layar app (from /system/apps) I couldn't find it there and there is no layar.apk file or even another file name with layar's icon. Is there another path where Layar is installed? Should I config something to find its de-installation path?


Google maps app works without wifi?

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


Sending linux commands over serial

I have a question about being able to send Linux commands over a serial connection to an Android device. I have heard of **putty** and tried to use it, but i am ultimately lost with it. Like if I was in the Linux shell of the Android and could type, `reboot` and the device would reboot. The Android device has a virtual serial connection, and I have been able to connect to it using **putty** , but I don't know where to go after that. I know this is confusing and may be completely wrong, thank you for your time in advance. I also have been able to connect to it with **QPST** , and see a 100mb drive come up with some files in it.


Recovering the contacts, SMS and call log from SD card

I am using an Micromax A57 running Android 2.3.5. Since there was a problem in the launcher, I reset the phone to factory settings, taking my SD card out before doing so. Since the phone's internal memory is very small, all the contacts, call log and SMS are saved on the SD card. While doing the factory reset, my assumption was that I could restore this information from the SD card afterwards. However, when I re-inserted the SD card, my phone could not get any of my contact, SMS or call log information. I searched the Internet for the past 2 days and tried several applications to get it back but all in vain. My questions are: First of all, would it be possible to get the SMS, contact and call log back from SD card (as I reset mobile alone taking SD card out)? If possible, how to restore SMS, contact and call log? Phone is rooted and I am sure the data lies somewhere in the phone as bits and bytes. Experts advise please.


Galaxy S3: Ad-Hoc

I'm running Linux (Kubuntu 13.10) on my laptop and have created an Ad-Hoc network. My mother's iPhone instantly sees the Ad-Hoc network and can connect to it, but my Android, (Samsung Glaxy S3, no root) can't see nor connect to it. Why?


Persistent download notification on Galaxy S3 running Android 4.3

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


My phone is giving inaccurate readings of battery level

I have a Huawei u8160 running Cyanogenmod 7.2 . my phone is giving inaccurate readings of the battery charge level (e.g one day morning it was 33 that day evening it became 34 without touching the phone) is that an indicator of malfunctioning battery,or the sensor is reporting false readings?


How to transfer files over wifi without a hotspot?

I'm looking for a way to transfer files between an Android phone (Samsung Galaxy S2, rooted) and any computer system I may need to interact with (this means preinstalled software on the computer, besides a regular web browser, is not an option) **without** connecting to an actual wifi hotspot. Essentially I'm looking for something that works the same was as wifi direct (allows two phones to transfer files over wifi) but that would be compatible with any computer with wifi. So far I have tried creating an ad-hoc connection from the phone (as I can't take the computer being ad-hoc-creating-able for granted) using Android Wifi Tether and connecting the computer to the device, testing the different modes it offers (WEXT, Netd & Softap). I have tried to connect to and from the computer over LAN, FTP and SMB without any success. I feel like I'm missing some small step over here. I've looked through multiple other posts, but I couldn't find any that would show a way to do this **without** actually connecting to an already available wifi network.


Camera app that takes picture as soon as it has focus

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


How to read documents in RTF file type?

I'm searching a way to maintain RTF files for open/editing but at least for reading, because I have no support for it on my device. I tried mobile docs view and yozo office but they didn't support RTF.


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

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


Hoping for a custom recovery (CWM or TWRP) for galaxy tab 4 10.1

I was hoping to tweak our tab like my s3 mini, but I can't find recoveries for it and came to the conclusion the device is still too new? There certainly are tab 10.1 things mentioned but I'm assuming these are first generation tabs?


Cannot make changes to specific folder

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


How to decrypt storage for s4

How to decrypt storage for Samsung S4, there a password that I never do before, so how can I find the password, because I never make a password for decrypt storage before.


Is there a way to disable "call from" when I use Google Voice?

I love Google Voice, but I don't want people calling me to be asked to say their name and I don't want to be told to "press one" to accept their calls. I just want to get my calls. Is there a way to disable that feature?


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

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


Can't log into my email using Nexus 7 email client

I want to use the email app on my Nexus 7 to access my university email. These email accounts are provided by Microsoft. After I enter my account name, on the second screen, it asks me about Account Type. POP3, IMAP or Exchange. I tried   * with POP3 > enter password > Incoming server settings(used defaults) > When trying to sign in "Couldn't finish : Couldn't open connection to server."   * with IMAP, it asks for "sign in with password" or "sign in with google". In both cases, I get the error "Couldn't finish : Couldn't open connection to server"   * with Exchange I get the same error. But in this case the email server asks for a "client certificate", I haven't selected anything for that option. What are the options (POP3, IMAP, Exchange) and how to setup this email client for my university account?


deleting photos from device

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


Home screen buttons "unlabelled" when using TalkBack on Samsung Galaxy S4

I'm working with a client who is visually impaired and using TalkBack to access his Samsung Galaxy S4. It's working great, except for when he moves his finger across icons in the home screen. Rather than reading the name of each icon, TalkBack just reads an icon number and says it is "unlabelled". What's the best way to fix this?


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

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


Use a USB Controller with Xoom without adapter

I would like to use an X-Box 360 Controller with my Motorola Xoom tablet, however the Controller uses USB to connect and I do not have the required USB OTG adapter to plug it directly into the tablet. I've searched this site and Google but cannot find information on an alternative method of connecting the controller to the Xoom. I'm hoping for a solution to pair these devices that involves either connecting both into my computer and bridging them somehow with adb or pairing my Xoom to my laptop using Bluetooth and sending the controller signal over this connection. I've tried poking around the properties of the tablet and controller while they're plugged in but I haven't had any luck combining the two. Does anyone have experience/know any techniques for doing either of these things? Is there some other way for my Xoom to recognize the controller? I could use either Windows 7 or Linux to make this work.


Can you unlock brand new phones?

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


How to change tap sound of an Android device?

The tap sound on my new Jelly Bean Android tablet sounds cheap and tinny. Is it possible to change it?