Is there an app to take a photo and add a comment to it

Does anyone know of an app, which allows to take a photo and add some comment or notes to it? Doesn't have to be anything fancy. I'd just like to take a picture of something and add some comments/notes (e.g. while shopping, take a pic of something and make a note of its price).


HTC Dream keeps on showing power options screen

I have an HTC Dream cell phone which was working fine till last night. Today morning I woke up to find that the cell phone battery had completely discharged. So, I replaced the battery with an extra one. I powered on the cell phone and I am surprised to find the "power options" screen turn up every few seconds. Pressing any button also makes the "power options" screen turn up. I tried resetting the cell phone to factory settings. I even tried a hard reset but still this problem persists. Any idea how I could solve the problem? Thanks in advance.


samsung galaxy tab 10.1 wont do anything

when I turn on my tab it goes to screen that says screen states ODIN 3 download mode reason: force key secure mode: secure check signature: check custom binary download: no (0 counts) current binary: Samsung official waiting usb cable please help what do I do to fix this problem


How do you save a contact onto the home screen?

I can't figure out how to save a contact shortcut on the home screen for easy dialing (Ice Cream Sandwich on Galaxy Nexus). Long-pressing on the home screen prompts me to choose a wallpaper. Long- pressing on a contact in the People app has no effect. I can't find any menu option to do it. How do you do it?


How to transfer installed apps from one account to another

On my Note 2 I have two accounts configured my.email@gmail.com   my.work.email@company.com Usually I have the Play Store configured to buy/install apps under my.email@gmail.com but somehow it got changed to my work email a while back. Before I noticed this, I installed ~20 apps using the my.work.email@company.com Is there a way for me to re-associate those purchases with my.email@gmail.com without manually reinstalling each app? And how will this be different for free vs paid apps that I installed while using my.work.email@company.com?


Downloading and installing an application in the system/app on a un-rooted device

Is it possible to install an application in the system/app directory on a un- rooted device? Right now I can do it on a rooted device, so I was wondering what I have to do to if the device is not rooted. It's a custom rom, so I can get a hold of the certificates that signed the rom. Currently if I try on a un-rooted device, I get the permission denied (read_only file system). If anybody has an idea of how I can do this please help me. The reason why I need this done is so I can do app updates on the system applications that will be shipped with the rom and they wont be on the app store.


Disadvantages of CyanogenMod

If I root and flash my phone, will I get some limitations? I understand that I will lose any carrier and manufacturer specific apps/launcher/widget (and this actually may be a bonus); however I want to know:   1. what will happen to my gmail/calendar/market account? Will it work as before?   2. will I get battery/radio/GPS issues?   3. will I lose some compatibility with apps (Is a custom ROM less compatible)?   4. can I still use the phone for developing apps?


How do I configure which programs autostart when connecting to the internet?

Right now skype starts, email clients send/receive. I really don't want skype to start and login when I connect to 3G, but it's OK if I connect to wifi. How do I configure which programs autostart when connecting to 3G / wifi? (Sony Ericsson Xperia X8, NOT rooted)


Is it possible to record calls on Galaxy S3

I want to install a **working** call recording application on Galaxy S3, but I have found problems with a few apps. I have tried Auto Call Recorder but it doesn't allow me selecting more than _Mic_ as audio source. Perhaps I can record only my own voice (I haven't tried further and I obviously haven't bought the full program) I have previously tried Call Recorder Pro but it only recorded my own voice and not the other party's. I have read here that most call recorder apps require root (OK for me) and _Requires the kernel with 2-way call recording patch_ ## The question is, then How do I make a call recorder **fully** work on a Galaxy S3 (GT-I9300) with only root for now? Do I need to flash a custom firmware? Or won't it just work at all?


Password sync with Chrome

I know about Xmarks and LastPass, but is there a free solution for password syncing between Android and Chrome?


moto G MTP not connected on windows XP

My Moto G MTP is not working in windows xp for any files transfer from pc to device. I tested the same device on Windows 7 and ubuntu, and it worked like a charm . Does Windows XP needs any special drivers to detect the device MTP ?


lock dock icons on ADW launcher

Does somebody knows how can I lock the ADW launcher dock icons so with that I can't move or delete any of those? Why I want that: Because sometimes I click on an icon on the dock and ADW moves it out of the dock. The same behaviour like I was holding that icon, but without holding it. It's very annoying.


How much battery does using live wallpapers drain?

I know they are unnecessary, but they look so cool!


Can't see google drive docs on Nexus 7

I've installed Google Drive on my pc and Nexus 7 and placed a Google Spreadsheet doc into the drive on my pc. When I use my pc browser (Firefox) to view the googledrive.com website, the doc is there. However, when I open Drive on my Nexus - nothing. And when I view the googledrive.com website on my Nexus browser (Dolphin) it's empty too. Not a doc in sight. I'm getting nowhere with Google Help on this issue - they keep telling me to click on options that don't exist on the Nexus or telling me to do things on my android phone (Don't have one!) Help? Thanks! ETA: Okay, I've decided what I wanted to do just isn't worth the hassle of trying to figure out Google's accounts/apps systems. It seems designed to be as obstructive as possible. :P I've given up and deleted Drive. Thanks for your attempts to help though - greatly appreciated!


Reversing the order of notifications in the notification bar of a given app

I have a Galaxy S1 (I9000) running SlimRom (Android 4.2.2). The problem I have is the following: Assume someone sends me 3 messages in whatsapp (this is case important to me, but the problem is in general): First he sends 'a', then 'b', then 'c'. The way I see the notifications is, from top to button, is 'c','b','a'. I realize this is caused by the stack like implementation of the notifications, but since I read top-down I would like to see it as 'a' at top, then 'b', and finally 'c' at the bottom. I recall that with the latest CM10 I had (also Android 4.2.2) they actually fixed this problem, but I am happy with SlimRom and I don't want to change my Rom solely on the sake of this problem. Is there anything I can do about it ?


How do I remove text from my lock screen on my nextbook?

I downloaded the Lookout security app. The first time I installed it it asked for something to write when I report my device was stolen. After deleting the app numerous times it still will not remove the text. How do I remove it?


android tablet not waking up

I've got a cheap android tablet running Android 4.0.4 and it doesn't seem to be "waking" up when I want it to. So, when it shuts off after period of inactivity or when I put it to sleep (not powering it off, though), it won't "wake up" at a specified time via the built-in alarm clock or another app (like tune-in which has an alarm feature built into it). When I manually "wake it up" by pressing the power switch, the alarm that should have gone off before goes off after a few seconds. Do I just have something disabled that is preventing it from waking up? Or is this possibly a hardware issue?


Ogg Vorbis file not listed in media player

I have an Ogg Vorbis file (.ogg), which was discovered by the fancy new music player on Android Kitkat and it played fine. However, now that it is no longer officially a "recently added" file, I cannot seem to access it in the music player. It does not appear under "Songs", which otherwise lists all files as far as I can see. The .ogg file is in the same directory as my mp3 files, which it can see. And it can definitely still play, the file is not damaged. I have my own app under development for recording, which uses the GUI-free bare-bones media recorder and player libraries provided with Android. And it can play it even though it wasn't intended to! Has anybody got any ideas? Can I force a refresh of the media library somehow? Clearing data and cache under settings does not do it.


How does AppSurfer work? How to run Android OS on browser?

I recently got to know of this website AppSurfer where they actually run Android OS in a web browser. It's interesting and also sleek. How does this actually work?


Why does Dalvik virtual machine need to run in every process?

JVM and DVM both provide virtual environment. JVM doesn't need to be in every process. why DVM need to be in every process? Thanks.


How to access /storage/emulated/0/ from PC?

I want to export the settings of the K9 mail app. This app exports a settings file to /storage/emulated/0/com.fsck.k9/settings-4.k9s. But if I connect my Nexus 4 to my PC I cannot see such a file or the directories.


Custom Input Method (keyboard) HTC One faded out

The installation of a custom input method, a keyboard on a HTC one is not working. "When I go to keyboards I see where to turn the IPA Keyboard off and on but it is faded out and when I try to turn it on it doesn't do anything." See screenshot. I know that the "HTC one" comes with a software overlay "HTC Sense" which is impossible to emulate. I don't know how to find out a solution or to understand why it's not possible. Any lead would be very apreciated. ![settings screenshot](http://i.stack.imgur.com/9Mxqr.gif)


If you install another home locker program which one does Android chooses when it locks your phone?

I asked a similar question regarding an alternate email program here My similar question about an email client, and got a logical answer. Thanks. However, what happens, I now wonder, when you **install another home locker program** ( _I presume this is the name for the software that locks your screen , no_ ) ? Since the device itself 'locks' your phone, you may not be around to choose the one you want to use. Or does , installing another one, automatically disables the current ?


Recover deleted WhatsApp media using CleanMaster

So I was trying CleanMaster app for my Android (nexus 4), and deleted the WhatsApp media, later to realize I wanted the images and videos. I do not have a backup of the media. I now want to restore all the media files (or just the images for now). I reinstalled WhatsApp but that did not recover the media files. I see images on my mobile on this path:               Computer\Nexus 4\Internal storage\WhatsApp\Media\WhatsApp Images      Opening any image gives this error: ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/0YO7D.png) Is there any way to recover the images?


Tasker "Night" profile won't exit

I have a profile set-up to activate when the phone is connected to power AND the time is between 10:30pm and 7:30am. This shuts off autobrightness, dims the screen, shuts off vibrate, and lowers the ringer (except certain contacts). This run an exit task to reverse all of this after 7:30am because both conditions are no longer met ... but it doesn't. If I unplug the phone before 7:30am, it will exit the profile. If the time passes, it won't exit even if the phone is unplugged. Any suggestions?


Why does my keypad fails abruptly?

I use samsung galaxy y duos.And my samsung keypad fails abruptly at times.When I tap in the places where I need to give in the words,keypad appears but when I type in, the keypad works nice but there aren't any word in the input box.It happens in all kind of application and messaging.What should I do prevent this happen ever again.Somebody please edit this question with good english.


Connecting Android smartphone/tablet to PC and another device through USB hub

I am going to connect a USB device to Android mobile phone, using Android ICS 4.0 USB OTG. Can I connect this device to smartphone through USB hub **and** connect the phone **through USB hub** to PC in order to deploy apps at the same time (using a male-male USB cable)? Will it be safe solution for both phone and my device?


HTC G2 Phone randomly turns off w fully charged battery on Gingerbread 2.3

My HTC G2 running Android Gingerbread 2.3 randomly turns off while running applications such as the camera with full battery. After the random turn off I try to turn the phone on again and it won't turn on. I have to physically remove the battery, wait 30 seconds, put it back in, and turn on the phone to finally get it to work. Is there an app to prevent this or software update or do I need a new battery? PS: My previous phone, the Motorola Cliq w/ Android 2.1 and Motoblur also had this problem.


on home screen what is small clock icon appearing just above AM/PM on 4x2 clock widget

Just received jelly bean 4.1.2 on my Sprint Samsung galaxy s3. I have always used the 4x2 digital clock widget and I noticed a small icon that looks like a clock appearing just above the AM / PM...What if anything is the purpose of this? This also appears when displaying the weather for the various cities. Anyone have a clue?


Android speech recognition - how to get access to the audio files?

When doing speech to text using android mobile phone application, I've heard that the files are temporarily stored in `/data/data/com.google.android.voicesearch/files` after the user makes a recording. How I would get read access to those files?


How to reinstall android to the fresh stock?

I have recently bought a used HTC Evo 3D from the internet. The phone itself is in perfectly working condition and the software is in its original state; that means it's not rooted, it's not running any custom rom and it's not branded. However, the previous owner seems to have installed many apps from the market, the launchers are kinda different and generally the phone is very 'customized and seems sloppy.' My question is: How do I get the device to its original, fresh, stock state? I don't want to install a custom ROM, I want to have the original android provided by the device manufacturer. I know the device has the "factory reset" option in the menus, however I don't know what it _really_ does and how thorough it is. Wiping the phone and installing the system from scratch would be the best option for me, however, I don't know whether it's possible. What are my options here? Notes:   * I know what rooting is   * I know what custom ROMS are   * I can root the device if necessary, but I don't plan on doing so if not necessary   * Android 4.0 gets an official release for HTC Evo 3D soon - does this change anything related to what I need/want to do?


How to find app based on package name?

I've installed a malicious app that is posting ads over my notification bar, but can't find it. I know the java package name for it: `com.letang.game103.en` using the command: `adb shell dumpsys notification`. As you see the name of the app is not obvious from the package name. I want to find which app it is, that uses this package name. I also want to report them to Android Market, after leaving a nice feedback for them there! I've looked at different dumpsys commands:               adb shell dumpsys [something]      But so far wasn't able to get apps based on their package names. Is there any way to do this?


Exchange server email sync

I have just upgraded to ICS on my Galaxy s2 and have an Outlook Exchange account that I sync on the device. Prior to the ICS update, when I read emails on my computer it automatically updated the device as that same email being read. Now I have to manually mark all my phone emails as read even though I have read them on my computer. Is there a setting I can change back to so I don't have to do this?


Rooting and unrooting Apex Launcher

I read the ApexLauncher FAQ and there is this line:               Move the APK file to the /system/app directory manually.      Make sure you set the file permission properly.      Please reboot your device if the in-drawer widgets feature does not work.      To uninstall, please remove ApexLauncher.apk from /system/app manually.      My question is, is it really that easy to do? I mean, if I move the .apk to the system directory, I will have a fully-functional ApexLauncher (i.e. a rooted phone) and when I delete the file, I will be back to the _OK_ -state?


Android Mini-PC: How to Autostart for Public Display

I have an MK808 Android mini PC which I want to use for a public display. I can open a browser OK and get the page I want, but when power fails I have to manually open that page again. I dont want it to do anything else but display that internet page. Is there a way to autostart the browser and that page?


Adobe Acrobat signature field does not make other fields “read only” when signed on android

We are using adobe acrobat pro, and creating a simple form that a user can sign on an android tablet. The problem is that when the users sign the document, the fields do not become "read only". If I open the documents on my desktop, I can edit all the fields except the signature field, even if it was signed by another user. I'm sure it's some silly setting issue, but we've already used the document security settings and adjusted the digital signature form field settings to "make all fields read only" and "locked" the signature field. Any advice would be helpful. Thanks!


If I upgrade from Android 2.x to Android 4.x should I re-partition to make use of MTP?

Original article: Please explain the android partition structure to me? > This partitioning scheme as become somewhat less common since Android > migrated to Media Transfer Protocol for providing access to the storage from > a PC. The reason the separate partitions were originally necessary is > because Android used UMS in the earlier versions (anything <3.0), which > requires block-level access to the storage space, meaning Android had to > unmount the storage space that it provided to the PC. A consequence of this > was that the entire partition could not be given to the PC because Android > would basically cease to function until you unplugged your phone if it did. If I now upgrade my ROM from Android v2.x to Android 4.x should I do something to take advantage of Media Transfer Protocol? (I'm talking about custom ROMs and rooted phones).


Contacts app disappeared

I've got a rooted Samsung Galaxy Nexus running Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean). Since a week I can't find the contacts app. Seems like it disappeared. It is NOT disabled (I've already checked). I also tried to re-install it, using the .apk placed in /system/app, but the installer fails ("Application not installed"). Does anybody know how to fix, or should I better factory-reset my phone? I know this is a solution, but I'd prefer to fix it... Thanks in advance Giacomo


How to flash a kernel image without building Android from source

I got the following msm kernel branch for my Nexus 7(flo)                     msm/remotes/origin/android-msm-flo-3.4-jb-mr2      added some files and then built an image(zImage). I then downloaded a factory image of Nexus 7 for JB - 4.3 (JSS15R) [This said razor which I dunno why. I thought it was flo] Anyway I took the factory image. Split the boot.img file into the ramdisk.gz and zImage. Then I got the zImage from the kernel I build and replaced it with the zImage from the factory image. The I combined the zImage and ramdsik.gz to create the boot.img and tried to flash it. But the device goes into a bootloop. The zImage works when I build android 4.3-JB from source. But aosp seems to miss some packages I need. I wanted to know what I'm doing wrong and why android goes into a bootloop when I combine it with the factory image


How to factory reset S3 with screen not working but phone working?

My phone turns on, I hear notifications when I receive SMS (as sound works) but the screen is damaged. Nothing displays at any time and I cannot interact with touch. I have replaced my damaged phone and wish to factory reset it. How can I do this without the screen displaying? I don't think I can load an app without being able to interact with the display.


Call app needs long time to start

The call app on my Samsung Galaxy Ace takes a really long time to start (about 20 seconds). When it finally starts and I cancel the call and call again, the app launches normally. When I turn off the screen and turn it on again, the app starts again delayed. I was watching the LogCat output, and it gives me this:               07-21 21:11:08.710: D/PowerManagerService(1502): releaseWakeLock flags=0x1 tag=ActivityManager-Launch     07-21 21:11:11.390: D/BatteryService(1502): update start     07-21 21:11:14.703: W/PowerManagerService(1502): Timer 0x3->0x3|0x0     07-21 21:11:21.421: D/BatteryService(1502): update start     07-21 21:11:22.531: W/ActivityManager(1502): Timeout of broadcast BroadcastRecord{407bdff8 android.intent.action.SCREEN_OFF} - receiver=android.os.BinderProxy@40bd2f18, started 20000ms ago     07-21 21:11:22.531: W/ActivityManager(1502): Receiver during timeout: BroadcastFilter{40bf3618 ReceiverList{40bd2f88 23024 com.google.android.youtube/10057 remote:40bd2f18}}     07-21 21:11:22.554: I/Launcher(19091): ACTION_SCREEN_OFF     07-21 21:11:22.578: D/PowerManagerService(1502): acquireWakeLock flags=0x1 tag=GeofencerStateMachine     07-21 21:11:22.578: D/PowerManagerService(1502): releaseWakeLock flags=0x1 tag=GeofencerStateMachine     I think it has something to do with this line:          07-21 21:11:22.531: W/ActivityManager(1502): Timeout of broadcast BroadcastRecord{407bdff8 android.intent.action.SCREEN_OFF} - receiver=android.os.BinderProxy@40bd2f18, started 20000ms ago      but I don't know how to fix it.


How can I read PostScript files?

Is there a way to read PostScript files on Android? Currently when I click on a PostScript file web link it downloads it then takes no further action, unlike a pdf.


Incompatible / error connecting as MTP device after unlocking and rooting Nexus 4

I unlocked and rooted my Nexus 4   * it shows as connected   * it shows in my computer But when copying a file, it gives me an error stating "device is unavailable or may have been removed" What should I do?


Nexus 4 phone speaker not functioning

The speaker phone of my new Nexus 4 is not working. I am able to hear the calls without the speaker phone, but on switching to speaker mode I hear voice from speaker for a fraction of second and then I hear no voice and it shifts back to speaker off mode even though it shows that the speaker is on. I have no problem otherwise in the hearing on speaker as I am able to listen to music etc. I tried reformatting my phone and it solved the problem temporarily, but the problem reoccurred within a few days. My phone is only a month old, and is fully updated to Android 4.2.2. Is there a permanent solution to this?


How is usb debugging mode related to root detection?

I have a game in my GalaxyS2(i9100) that if it detects the phone is rooted, it terminates. My phone is rooted but I still can play this game using OTA RootKeeper to temporary unroot the phone. I would like to use some apps that required usb debugging mode enabled when I play the game, however, the game terminates as if it detects the phone is rooted. I have some friends that they can play the game with USB Debugging mode enabled (although their phones are not rooted). So I bet its because usb debugging mode enabled would do something affecting root detection. How the usb debugging mode enabled affect root detection and how to solve that?


Help samsung home pin

I have a _Samsung Galaxy S3 mini_. Sometimes when I go to enter my PIN, if I touch anywhere on the screen i.e. on my screen saver, any of the numbers, or go, it just inputs "0" in the entry box. How can I stop this? All I've got to do is turn the screen off and back on and it refreshes.


How to recover deleted contacts

I lost all my contacts while syncing email.Is there a way to recover these contacts. I checked on Google contacts in Gmail but its not there as I never synced my contacts. Not rooted and Android version is Gingerbread 2.3


nroot/unbrick Galaxy S2 SGH-T989

I am having problems trying to go to this screen ![This is the part I want to go](http://i.stack.imgur.com/UuH2y.jpg) but the process ends me up on this screen ![Ending part](http://i.stack.imgur.com/zYt1S.jpg) My process:   1. Turn off device   2. Hold power volume up and down until a vibration   3. Event: shows the end screen but not the warning screen Can someone guide to get to the warning screen so I can connect directly of computer and access it by odin? Url of what I am trying to do


no adb devices detected after failed revert to Android

Just a few days ago I tried to revert my Asus Nexus 7 wifi back to Android from Ubuntu Touch Preview and made a mistake somewhere. To sum up, now my device has no OS on it so it will only show the bootloader, and it does not show up as an adb device but still shows on fastboot. Here's a summary   1. Downloaded Android 4.2.2 nakasi via https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#nakasi   2. followed instructions from https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Nexus7/Installation#Returning_your_Nexus_7_to_Stock_Android   3. failed on step "writing 'radio'". Also got: archive does not contain 'boot.sig', archive does not contain 'recovery.sig', archive does not contain 'system.sig'   4. tried multiple times with the same errors.   5. got frustrated and restarted to try again   6. now I have a blank list of adb devices Anyone have advice on where I can learn to fix this or want to help with some suggestions? Thanks for your help!


Rooting Asus memo pad HD 7

Can any one show me a tutorial that how can I root my Asus memo pad hd7 ? Thanks in advance !


Can I make home screen contact icons update their picture?

I was just wondering if anyone knows how to make contact icons on the home screen update their picture when the contact's picture is changed, without needing to delete the shortcut and recreate it. Can this be done? Make the contact-shortcut's picture "live" as it were? e.g. some of my contacts are linked to Facebook and their pictures on their contact records sync as expected, but the shortcut on the home screen will still show whatever their picture was when the shortcut was created. I thought maybe rebooting the phone would cause it to refresh the icons, but it didn't. Running on a non-rooted Galaxy S Captivate.


Samsung Galaxy Discover SCH-R740C running 4.0.4 fails the JB 4.1 update

Our service provider _cricket_ has now released the 4.1 JB update. My friend and I have the same phone, and got the message to update at the same time. His went thru no issue – but mine downloads, starts installing, and then my poor little Droid falls over with an "E sig Verification fail" – and stops the install. I've downloaded the zip and tried to do from the recovery, and same thing. Is there a way to bypass/shut off this evil thing? and im running everything stock!!!! NO ROOTS OR FANCY SMANCHY ROMS OR RECOVERYS


Programmatically enable data connection every 30 minutes?

How can I enable (WiFi and Data) connection every 30 minutes, then keep it active for 2 minutes (time required to get any notifications), and then disable the connection again? Are there any solutions besides Tasker?


External SD Will Not Mount

Just installed EOS v199 (a ROM from xda) on my Motorola Xoom tablet, and I find that it will not mount the external SD card. I've found that the ext SD device is at `/dev/block/platform/sdhci- tegra.2/mmcblk0p1`. When I manually mount that in Terminal, I can ls -al it at /storage/sdcard1. So in / I symlink it to /sdcard-ext and reboot, but the system still doesn't see any of it. Settings|Storage doesn't see the card, nor does ES FileManager, or Titanium. /system/etc/vold.fstab had it set to:               dev_mount microsd /storage/sdcard1 auto /devices/platform/sdhci-tegra.2/mmc_host/mmc1      ... but there is no mmc_host under sdhci, so I changed that to:               dev_mount microsd /storage/sdcard1 auto /devices/platform/sdhci-tegra.2/mmcblk0      ... and rebooted, but it didn't help. ls -al shows mmcblk0 permissions as root rw....... but ES File Manager Properties shows it as root rw.rw.rw. . Anyone know why?


Keyboard punctuation

I just updated my phone (Galaxy S3) and I don't like the new way auto prediction works, it keeps trying to predict the next word instead of giving me quick access to the punctuation. Does any one know if there is a way to have the auto prediction just give you a list of punctuation once you hit the space bar instead of trying to guess the next word? When I originally got my phone last year when ever I finished texting a word and hit the space bar, the auto prediction bar would show all my punctuation and that was great. Than I did an update a several months ago, and the auto prediction started giving me next word predictions instead, the only way I could find around that was to double tab the space bar, than hit backspace/delete, and that would allow my auto prediction to once again show the punctuation available. It was a few extra clicks but at least it was still quick access to punctuation and didn't slow down the flow to much. But with this latest update auto prediction only seems to give word suggestions, I can't find anyway to make it show me punctuation. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks all.


After activating the device encryption on my S2 running CM 10.2 nightly, my CDMA radio stopped working

I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 (Sprint, codename d710), and I just installed the latest CM nightly (10.2). Everything worked until I encrypted the device. Now the radio doesn't work (network: UNKNOWN, no service, etc.). I looked at each of the mobile network settings and didn't find anything; I also tried about 10 different modem updates (packaged as .zip, installed through Clockwork Mod). I verified that it happens immediately after an encrypt from a fresh install of CM nightly 10.1-2013-11-17. Is there anything to do short of wiping and reinstalling? What's the source of the problem, and how can I prevent it from happening again?


How to remove Google Play sample books from my library without them coming back?

I have the Google Play Books app on my Android tablet, and there are three books included with it: Alice in Wonderland, The Three Musketeers, and Treasure Island. When I go to my library and hit the three-dot icon, then Delete from library, it removes them. However, in about 2-5 minutes, I get a notification that they were added to my library, and when I look back in, they're there once again. How do I make them go away?


How do I improve photograph quality on my HTC Desire?

I think that I have my HTC Desire on the highest quality settings for taking pictures, but the quality of the photographs is awful. Is that a weakness of the Desire, or is there something that I can do to improve things? In response to @George_Gaal's comment below I have uploaded two pictures. The top one was taken quite a long time ago and the quality is fine. ![A good, older one](http://i.stack.imgur.com/PJAaN.jpg) This one was taken last week and is completely out of focus. I wonder if I haven't inadvertently changed some settings? My phone did have to get a new board after it overheated. Could it be something to do with that? ![a bad, newer one](http://i.stack.imgur.com/qCm2q.jpg)


How to turn off media search?

I have a Samsung GT i5800 and every time I turn it on, or just put a new SD card in it it says "Media search is running" (@the notifications) - How can I turn this feature OFF? Is it needed? What does it do? Android 2.1update1


Brand new S4 randomly restarting

Is there any known reason why my 5 day old S4 would be randomly restarting? It doesn't appear to be a heat problem, its usually around 33 degrees (celcius) and more often than not, its idle. I only know its restarted because I hear the startup tone in my pocket. I'm not sure how to even begin to troubleshoot this. Thanks, Christian


WhatsApp contact has wrong name associated with it in contacts (but correct name within WhatsApp itself) - How to fix?

In setting up my new Samsung S4 mini one contact (guy) got confused with another (girl). When the girl would phone me, I'd see the guy's picture (via google) and name. Somehow I changed the number and saved the girl as a separate new entry. Along the way, I must have done something wrong, cuz as a result I've now got the following entries in contacts:   * guy: `Phone`, `Google`, `WhatsApp`   * girl: `Phone`, `Google`   * (same) **guy** 's name: `WhatsApp` of the **girl** ( ! ) In contrast, within `WhatsApp` itself, the names of the guy & girl are correct. How to fix? * * * PS: If I try to delete the _guy's name girl's`WhatsApp`_ contact, I get the following message popup: > You cannot delete contacts from **read-only** accounts, but you can hide > them in your contacts lists.


Possible to use laptop's keyboard to type in Android?

Is it possible to use a laptop's keyboard to type in Android? If so, how? Note my current setup:   * Freshly unpacked Samsung S4 mini   * Prefer solution which does _not_ require rooting   * Laptop running Ubuntu (Linux), with Bluetooth etc Further: Any security concerns?


my Nexus 7 device is formatted accidentally

My device is Google Nexus 7 wifi only version.   I rooted this device by using Team Win Recovery Project.   I wanted to upgrade to android version 4.3 so I am looked at this article and video I follow their instructions and I selected following items   * Dalvik Cache   * System   * Cache and wiped them all. But unfortunately, I found out that there is no file in my device with such name               AOSP-4.3-JWR66V-grouper-rooted_Androguide.zip      I need to get this file onto my device. But my device has no OS because I already wiped it. Now I cannot access my device using my pc ( win 7 ). Could anyone please give me suggestions on how can I solve it.


Can I transfer my phone contacts to my Gmail address book for use on my PC?

I spent a lot of time organizing my contacts on my Galaxy S (Android 2.2) and want to know if I can transfer them to my Gmail address book on my PC. My PC OS is Ubuntu 12.04 and my Gmail desktop client is Thunderbird.


Titanium Backup Dropbox sync scheduling

I'm using Titanium Backup to automatically back up to my SD card. I also managed to get the "Sync to Dropbox " feature to work. How I can I automate "Sync To Dropbox"? I don't see it as an option when I add a schedule.


WhatsApp Settings in Samsung S3 - Where do I find it?

I use WhatsApp on my Samsung S3. Is there no setting for showing notifications on the icon (new messages received etc?)? I can't find any settings option.....can someone help? I reinstalled the app and still cannot find the settings option anywhere. Am I missing something?


Outlook meeting requests appear blank on my Samsung s3 phone

I see a blank mail with only the subject when someone sends me a meeting request in my Samsung S3. It is making the phone literally trash!!! I have so many meetings and update my phone calendar manually each time- even the sync on Kies is hanging. How to set this up in Samsung? It does not show even the date and time. I use a pop3 mail account. It used to work perfectly on my Apple phone.


Use keyboard emoticons from Jelly Bean at KitKat

![Emoticons JellyBean](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ckLz7.jpg) How i can put at my KitKat Nexus4? Thank you.


Taking a screenshot in ICS without rooting

Is it possible to take a screenshot in ICS (Galaxy Nexus) without external apps and without rooting? Most apps on the market seem to require rooted phones. I did find this app which claims to not require the phone to be rooted but it costs $4.99 which is a bit steep for an app that only takes screenshots.


Audio turns back on randomly in ICS

My Samsung Galaxy S 2 (4.0.3) turns audio back on without notice. I turn the silent/vibrate mode of the system on and it resets it, with no specific time. It just randomly turns the audio back on. Why is that? I've checked all my apps and apparently none of them is changing that option.


How can voice search improve recognition

I understand that Google will store the things I say and is supposed to improve recognition of my voice on my android phone. How can it do this if there is no way to correct it? I say a persons name several times and it incorrectly recognizes it the same way each time. How is it going to improve and recognize what I say correctly?


What is the process to install cyanogenmod to a galaxy tab 10.1?

I am new to this flashing business for the Android tablets. I did some of those flashing on a PanDigital tablet previously, but it's been a while. My tablet is the standard 32G WiFi tablet, and it's been rooted. How can I get the cyanogenmod ROM installed, and how does this fastboot thing work ? I also have the recovery.img file. BTW: How can I backup the existing ROM, so I can restore if something goes wrong ? Thanks :-)


Is Nexus 7 2013 LTE usable as a phablet?

I've stepped into a B&M the other day, and they had Nexus 7 in stock; I've realised how small it is, and it occurred to me that it might be usable as a phablet. Other than being unable to use voice over 2G/3G (and 4G?), and size distinctions, are there any other features that are different between Nexus 7 and Nexus 5, especially as far as phone usage would be concerned?


Help me reinstall Gapps in my Rooted Xperia SP

Recently, I rooted my Xperia SP (running on Stock Jellybean 4.3). Out of excitement, I uninstalled a few Google Apps (gapps) from my phone. But I think I require the Play Store. How can I **reinstall Gapps** on my phone? Let me clearly explain you my **current status →** for uninstalling those apps, I used ES File Manager (Root Explorer-->Uninstall System App). Though some apps like the play store, gmail, facebook etc. were uninstalled, I found that apps like google account manager, google backup transport cannot be completely uninstalled. So, now I have an incomplete set of Gapps. I compared this list of **essential** gapps with my file manager's system apps' list and found only SetupWizard.apk missing. So, I downloaded SetupWizard.apk from here and tried to install using ADB but I got this error: `[INSTALL_PARSE_FAILED_NO_CERTIFICATES]`. Another interesting thing is that when I try to install SetupWizard.apk using my file manager, I get these screens, out of which the **first screen suggests that Setup Wizard is already installed** in my phone. What the heck is all these, man??? ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/ZDB0v.jpg) ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/8epbG.jpg) Now, I am a total newbie to flashing and other super-geek things, so I am pretty scared to flash the gapps' zip using CWM. Please give me an alternative way, if possible.


Is there a TRUE brightness controlling app?

I need to set my brightness below what Android allows me, and thus I'm testing a bunch of "dimming" apps. What they all have in common though is that they put on a filter over other apps so while they protect your eyes they do nothing to get you more battery life. Is there an app that has low-level access to the screen brightness so that when you go beyond the default minimum brightness it actually gets you more battery life? RootDim might be fitting, but I need something without root access.


Android input language adding phonetic variation

I'm looking to add a Russian Phonetic keyboard layout to the default list of input layouts in Jellybean 4.2.2. Going into Settings->Language & Input->Keyboard & Input Methods/Android Keyboard->Input Languages On that menu I see Russian, but it is the standard Russian keyboard which doesn't have Russian letters mapped to the English QWERTY layout. There apps that do this but I lose the gesture typing capabilities for example. I was hoping there was a way of adding a Russian (Phonetic) layout to the list by somehow modifying the standard Russian layout and readding it as a phonetic variation.


Error retrieving information from server[RH-01] on my tab 2 7.0

I've been using my Galaxy Tab 2 7.0 for a while.   1. I'm getting `Error retrieving information from server[RH-01]`. Is it an app that doing this? How do I stop it?    2. My Tab 2 claims to have 8GB, but it tells me I'm low on storage when I'm just over 4.5GB.


Play store icon in App drawer disabled in Nexus 7

i use the stock rom JB 4.1 on Nexus 7 8G. There is a small play store icon in the top-right corner in app drawer(not app icons in ap drawer). i found that the icon in my cm10 version phone and my friend's nexus 7 can be clicked and open play store directly, but mine wont work. just as it is disabled. why? how to enable it?


Repartitioning internal storage and installing custom roms on ZTE Blade GEN2

I have a ZTE Blade phone, which was sold in Hungary with Android 2.1 and GEN1 radio (Ask Mr. Pigfish said so). About a year ago I updated it with the official 2.2 update released by T-Mobile (the operator). Here is a link to it (the site is hungarian): http://www.t-mobile.hu/lakossagi/keszulekek/szoftverfrissites/telefon/zte_blade_2 Basically the update installed Froyo (2.2). I was content with this. I have also rooted my phone with z4root. Installed a few apps that benefitted from it. Now I decided to install Swedish Snow as it seems to be a stable and fast ROM which also preserves battery reasonably. I have decided to go with the "All-in-one TPT installation method", as it does the following:   * Updates from GEN1 to GEN2 layout   * Repartitions internal storage to 128mb /system, 326mb /data, 2mb /cache, 0,1mb /oem. This is a very big plus as the current 220mb /system, 162mb /data, etc... does not allow for a lot of applications (even with moving apps to the SD cart).   * Installs ClockWorkMod 4.0.1.5. I need a ROM manager for custom roms.   * Installs Swedish Snow RLS7 After backing up all my data (I did not back up the ROM, just my personal data) and verifying the files with AFV I decided it it all set to go. The image folder is in place, I just need to install it's contents. I wiped all my data, switched the phone off, pulled out the battery, and switched it back on with menu and volume up held. But nothing happened. The phone booted up regularly. I have tried it like 10 times, but the phone still booted up regularly. After a while I gave up and installed TPT Helper as it was suggested somehere. I also installed Blade Checker, and it told me that my phone looks like it's a Stock/Windows updated GEN2! What? It was clearly GEN1 a while ago, and I have a feint recollection that Mr Pigfish said it's still GEN1 after I installed the official update (though I'm not sure now). I redownloaded Mr Pigfish and it was also telling me it's a GEN2. Well OK. If it's a GEN2 it is. The official update might have to do something about it. **Is this possible?** So **how do I install Swedish Snow on a GEN2 phone?** I have to do all the steps manually now. Repartitioning the internal storage? How it is done? Will the stock rom still work after I repartition the storage (by downloading and installing the Gen2v1a package (128 system, 311 data, 2 cache) through TPT Helper)? If not how do I install the new ROM at the same time I repartition my storage? Should I even dare to repartition it? What version of ClockWorkMod do I install on my phone and when? Before repartitioning? I think this is what I'm looking for but not sure. What is the most robust way of doing this? There are a lot of tutorials for a lot of related stuff on the internet and they tend to directly contradict each other so I'm not very confident after reading them. I basically want to install Swedish Snow and possibly repartition my internal storage (if it is relatively straightforward and not unreasonably risky).


How to change the boot animation in Galaxy Tab 2 GT-P3100?

I tried changing the boot animation in my Galaxy Tab 10.1 by this tutorial: http://mobilecon.info/how-to-change-android-bootanimation.html and it worked too but when I tried doing the same in Galaxy Tab 2 ICS it doesn't work the files are in different places..   Can anyone help me with a way to change the boot animation?


HTC Sense crashing often on Incredible since update to Froyo (Android 2.2)

Since I upgraded my Incredible to Android 2.2, Froyo, the HTC Sense UI has been crashing often, but always when I am in an app. In other words, sometimes when I exit an app, I see that the Sense launcher is restarting. Anyone know why that is happening and/or how I can fix it?


Connect android device to server in emulator

**Background** I've been search AE, SO and Google for many hours and found many examples of people wanting to connect their PC to the emulator. I've also run across some that wish to connect their device to their server on a PC. I want to connect my device, to an emulator running on a PC. I've tried the examples given in the documentation but I still haven't gotten this to work. I would like to have my device (real device, Nexus 7) create a Hotspot that my PC is connected to. In the PC, an emulator is running that has a socket open on port 40000. I'm getting ECONNREFUSED errors when trying to connect my device to the emulator. Here's what I'm doing: **Connecting device to emulator (through PC)** Device tries to create a Socket connection to the emulator through the PC. The IP of my PC is 192.168.43.198 so that is what the device use as destination IP. The connection fails however, with an ECONNREFUSED message. **Forwarding using ADB and telnet** On the PC I've tried to forward port 40000 to the emulator using: `adb forward tcp:40000 tcp:40000` and `redir add tcp:40000:40000` over telnet to the emulator. When running the adb forward command I get a listening port on the PC as such: `TCP 127.0.0.1:40000 0.0.0.0:0 LISTENING`. Notice that the listening IP is 127.0.0.1. When running the `redir` command, I can see no listening port using netstat. **Testing connection from device to PC** To test the connection "parts", I've used `SocketTest` (http://sourceforge.net/projects/sockettest/) on my PC. If I use it as a server, listening on port 40000. Then my device connects to it just fine using 192.168.43.198:40000. **Testing connection from PC to emulator** When using SocketTest as a client to connect to 127.0.0.1:40000 it also connects fine to the emulator. _However, when using the external IP: 192.168.43.198, SocketTest also gets connection refused!_ **Possible problems** It seems to me that my PC doesn't realise it should route 192.168.43.198:40000 to 127.0.0.1:40000 although the commands I've entered claim to do so in the docs (http://developer.android.com/tools/devices/emulator.html#redirection and http://developer.android.com/tools/help/adb.html#forwardports) Firewall is turned off.


lost apps after backup and restore on Samsung Kies

I downloaded Kies because there is a software issue on the phone. So I backed up the phone to Kies on my laptop then did a factory reset on the phone. Then I restored the phone from the laptop but seem to have lost all the apps. Help!


What tablets run Ice Cream Sandwich today?

Tried to find the answer to this question and all the info I can find is dated. This OS is out, right? Are there any large-format tablets (~10") that run it? Can Honeycomb tablets be upgraded to the new OS?


How does Android determine if it has an Internet connection?

My Nexus 10 (Android 4.4.2, unrooted) is not playing nice with my wireless network. Although it can connect and I don't have any problems browsing the web, for some reason Android thinks that it doesn't have an internet connection. As a result, the wifi icon in my Quick Settings is dimmed to orange, and, more importantly, apps seem to be unable to check for updates in the background (e.g. I have no problems opening Gmail and manually checking for mail, but Gmail won't give me notifications while running in the background until I'm on a different network). This issue usually only happens on one particular wireless AP in my house, so I believe the problem lies with that AP rather than with Android itself. But I don't know how Android determines whether or not it has an internet connection, so I can't do much to try to solve the problem. I've heard that Android checks with Google services to test for internet connectivity, but given that I'm not having trouble using Google services otherwise, I don't know what the problem could be (well, the YouTube app seems to take an unusually long time to load video metadata, but that might not be related). So, _exactly_ what does Android do to determine whether it has internet or not? What might be causing that check to fail while not affecting anything else? Thanks!


How do I fix my NATPC M010SE (Allwinner A13) touchscreen/WiFi/camera?

My tablet wasn't booting at all but my dad managed to install this firmware update, now the touchscreen doesn't work, or the WiFi, or the (front) camera. Any help? I've tried installing some TS drivers but these are designed for a specific Jelly Bean ROM, not ICS (which my tablet runs on). I've tried flashing the suggested the Faaast JB ROM suggested in the forum post where I found the TS drivers but I can't seem to get into update mode (and I've tried holding down the volume up button and then the power button and then plugging in the USB connection and pressing the power button lots or just holding it down - I've also tried `sudo adb reboot-bootloader` with the device connected but it just reboots it, not into the bootloader.) Edit #1: I can get into the bootloader with the command previously mentioned but it is in Chinese...can anyone give me a link to a translation somewhere? Because Chinese doesn't use the Latin alphabet I don't think I'll be able to type it into Google Translate... Edit #2: Windows 8 doesn't have a driver to connect to the device and I have no idea how to get it. Can I flash the ROM using Ubuntu (because Ubuntu can detect the device)?


Regarding how many times can i purchase from play store in one day

Is it normal that my card is declined during my next purchase on playstore when i already purchased once on the same day?


Does Google back-up application settings?

In `Settings > Backup & reset` there is a "Back up my data" option under which it says "Back up app data...". Does it really work? Because I got into one of those "boot loops" and had to do a factory reset. After that I re-installed the apps I had previously installed, but the application settings were not restored by Google. Do I need to do anything?


Can I change the phrase "OK Google Now" to something else?

I want to say a different name or phrase when I wake up my Moto X android. Is there any way, or hack that I can use to change the name? Ideally I don't want to "root" the phone because I don't know what that does and think that opens me up to security issues.


updating software of HTC

HTC one V has a special feature of beats audio, but I have not updated its software since I brought it.If I update the software of HTC one v, will it remove beats audio feature from my mobile


Galaxy 5: GPS always stops working after phone has been in standby

My new Samsung Galaxy 5 (also named Galaxy i5500, and running (android 2.1) has some GPS issue. The GPS works fine (i.e. it can find satellites when I use the app GPS Test.) directly after powering up my phone. However, as soon as the phone has been in standby, the GPS no longer can find any satellites. After restarting the device, the GPS is working again until the next standby. The device has been upgraded to the latest firmware using Samsung Kies, and following Samsung's support advice I have already performed a factory reset. Is there something that can be done to fix this (apart from waiting for Samsung Support's follow-up)? **Edit** : I _think_ this androidforums post describes the problem and solution (still have to test it) quite well.


Is it possible to write android application using Google Web Toolkit?

We are writing simple web application using GWT(Google Web Toolkit). Now we should have this application cloned on Android and iPhone.   I don't know about the iPhone but may it is possible to have same GWT application running on Android?


How can I turn my android phone into a remote control (mouse/keyboard) through bluetooth for ubuntu/linux

There are a lot of apps that turn an android phone into a remote control for a desktop system, but only for windows based systems. I use ubuntu and I only find Remote droid , works ok but only through a wifi network. https://market.android.com/details?id=com.joshsera&feature=search_result I tried to used blueputdroid, and the app told me that didnot have support for my rom. My phone is a samsung galaxy S with android 2.1 https://market.android.com/search?q=blueputdroid&so=1&c=apps Are there other apps that I do not know?


Is there a way to edit contacts birthdays on the phone?

As far as I can tell the default contacts app on the phone does not have a field to enter or edit birthdays. Is there a way to do this? What about other contact apps?


How to take screenshot with stock Samung Galaxy S4 from Google Play Store

I have a stock Samsung Galaxy S4 fresh from the Google Play Store, and I can't get this phone to take a screen shot using the `power` and `home` button method. Without using an app, what else should I try to fix the problem?


Where is Privacy Guard in Cyanogenmod 10.1? The setting seems to be missing

My phone is the Google Nexus S and I am running the latest stable Cyanogenmod build (10.1.2-crespo). I have installed Cyanogenmod especially because of the **Privacy Guard** feature, but now I cannot find and enable it anywhere in _Settings > Apps_. Is it possible that this feature is not included in all official Cyanogenmod builds?


Cannot browse on laptop using USB tether

Android: 4.1 I have tethered my Android device with my laptop, but still I cannot browse/connect to the internet on my laptop.


Use SIM-only contacts with Nexus 4

I have bought an Android phone. My first And phone ever. It's Nexus 4. I Had SonyEricsson K800i before and i was satisfied with it. I got new phone only because my company gave me money for it (it was a reward) and i tougth it would be fun to have something "just like K800 with capabilites to offer better 3D games". Now, i'm kind of disappointed because, contrary to my old phone, it turns out that i must have some sort of online account in order to use my phone properly. What do i mean? Well, first of all i have all my contacts on my SIM card and i don't want to change that, but in order to show those contacts on my phone, i have to "sync" them / add them (or whatever) with some online service like FB or gmail. Tell me, if i just want to use my phone only for games, casual browsing the web (i don't even have wireless at my home), sms and calls - how do i avoid syncing ANYTHING with ANYTHING online? I don't have Twitter, Picasa nor Instagram, i'm barely using FB (once in 10 days i check for new messages when i'm on my home PC), i have a "fake" gmail account (opened just so i can use "Google Play" from my office and register at sites i need for one time visit only. For true emails i'm using only my mailbox that i got from my ISP 15 years ago), i don't want to merge and "bundle" any of my contacts from the phone with any social network but with Android i have a problem "isolating" my phone from any online activities. Please, tell me, how to make my Nexus 4 (with Android 4.3) use ONLY my SIM contacts, save new contacts to the SIM card only and not asking me to tie any contact with any online service? :) Also, i don't want even to see "gmail" contacts (if any) in my contacts list because contact with only mail address is useless to me (i'm never sending an email from my phone).


moving a contact to the bottom of the list

I have a Galaxy Note 2 with CM 10.2 and gapps installed. I keep my contacts in Google and synchronize them to the phone. This works fine. I would like to move selected contacts to the bottom of the list (usually service contacts which I want to have handy but "on the side") In other words in my list of contacts I would like to move from               Adam Green     Bank     Claire Jones      to               Adam Green     Claire Jones     Bank      I tried to prefix Bank (in the example above) with various symbols (`_`, `~`, `|`) but even though they are before or after normal lettres in ASCII, such entries always end up (grouped) at the **top** of the list. Any idea how to move them to the bottom? (short of prefixing them with `ZZZ`)


How do I disconnect Bluetooth headset while in call

Does anyone know how to disconnect from a Bluetooth headset/handsfree device while in a call? Sometimes when I'm getting into my car while on a call, the handsfree in the car will take over the call before I'm ready to hand the call off. I've been turning off the Bluetooth to take the call back, but that is cumbersome, my palm phone before had an option on the call screen whenever on a call with Bluetooth to simply disconnect the hands free device.


"Message Not Sent."

I'm on Edge connection because I have a third party device which I love. It's pretty fast most of the time, but today I think something happened. Android (4.2) keeps telling me "Message Not Sent" whenever I try sending a text. I even whiped my phone and it's still happening.. Like I said, it's on Edge but most of the time it isn't that slow. Not like this, at least. Why do I keep getting that error message? I open Dolphin Browser, goes straight to any URL I type in. Weird that texts specifically are acting strange. Quite slow, but at least it works. Texts don't.


Cannot turn on LG GT540 due to kernel panic

I cannot turn on my LG GT540. When I try to turn it on it displays a message which says:               Linux Kernel Panic Process swapper (pid : 1 )      What does this mean? How can I fix it?


How do I get a Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids to preference the SD card?

My son's Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids edition is running low on space after I added several applications. I added a micro SD card (external card) to compensate for storage. I confirmed I was capable of standard Read-Write-Delete tasks against files on the external card from within the standard files app. Unfortunately, I discovered that the system is unable to move applications to the external card (the option is simply never offered!). I'm also having problems setting various applications (camera, music, etc.) to preference storing their data to the external card rather than the internal card. Android version 4.1.2, Model number SM-T2105. How can I best leverage using the external SD card?


How do I enable the password/pattern lock on HTC 2.3.5 (Sense) mobile?

I have an HTC (Sense UI) mobile running Android 2.3.5 and I am trying to enable the password/pattern lock but it is not working. I tried enabling the lock in my settings but when I turn on the screen it is not asking for the password, it is directly launching the home screen. How do I enable the password lock?


Connect a portable USB modem (data card) with Samsung Galaxy S II

Is it possible to connect and use portable USB modems such as Reliance net connect, MTS, etc., using an OTG cable with Samsung Galaxy S II and use it? I went through many forums and haven't got any promising answer. I'm currently using Android version 4.0.3 along with SiyahKernel 3.0. In this kernel, I'm able to connect flash drives, mouse and keyboard.


How can I test if my GPS has a hardware problem?

Some days ago, my GPS stopped working. It doesn't lock, no matter how long I leave it on. I've read this question but had no luck. Sometimes it reports that it found one GPS satellite available, but most of the time it gets none. I also read about stability test, but is doesn't seem to report GPS problems. So, is there any test I can perform to detect if I really have a hardware GPS problem? My phone is a Samsung Galaxy S2, with android 4.2.


How to mount the internal storage of the Droid 3?

My father just got a Droid 3, and it has something like 12 or 16 gigs of internal storage. I'm trying to mount that storage to his laptop so he can transfer over music, but I'm not getting the USB Mount prompt that I've come to expect with my own Incredible 2. The phone does have a Micro-SD slot underneath the battery cover, and I guess we could put music on one of those and then stick it in the phone, but that'd be a hassle whenever he wants to put more music on, and I find it hard to believe that that entire 16 gigs is reserved for app space.


Jelly Bean OTA Update failing on Nexus S ("assert failed")

I've got a Nexus S phone. It was never rooted or modified. It currently runs the most recent version of Ice Cream Sandwich (that was installed as an Over The Air update, without any issues). Couple of days ago I received a notification from my phone about Jelly Bean upgrade being available. Unfortunately every time I try to install it there is a problem. The phone reboots and starts the upgrade process, but after about 30 seconds it stops and displays an image of a red triangle with an exclamation mark. When I press power+volume up to see what happened, this is the message it displays: > Finding update package... > > Opening update package... > > Verifying update package... > > Verifying current system... > > assert failed: apply_patch_check("/system/etc/gps.conf", " _[random letters > and numbers - probably a hash]_ ", " _[different combination of random > letters and numbers]_ ") > > E:Error in /cache/9ZGgDXDi.zip > > (Status 7) > > Installation Aborted. I tried "wipe data / factory reset" and "wipe cache partitions" options, but the issue persists.


Ringer and Notification Volume

Before icecream sandwich, on my HTC I was able to make my notification volume on zero (so it would vibrate) while my ringer was at full volume. Now with icecream sandwich the ringer and notification volumes are to be set at the same level. Is there any way to put the notification volume back to vibrate while there is still volume for the ringer?


Cannot take pictures without SD card inserted. Any solutions?

I have no SD card in my Android phone's SD card slot. Therefore I cannot take any photos or upload any. I have tried installing other camera apps to see if one of them might have its own storage but really none of them have worked (all need an SD card to store their files on). Does anyody know any apps for taking pictures that do not need an SD card and have self storage? Or is there even an option?


Spelling correction language

I have installed Team EOS's version of ICS on my Motorola Xoom. I'm missing some languages in the spelling correction. Just to clarify, this is the setting I'm speaking of: `Settings -> Language & input -> "Settings icon" on the right of Spelling correction -> "Globe icon" on the left of Android correcton` The only languages available is: English, French, German, Italian and Spanish. Is it possible to add more languages (Danish for example)?


Start with Second Tablet on Google Play

My old tablet was a LePan II from QVC. It quit on me. It wasn"t worth the money to have a pro look at/repair it. So, I got a Proscan PLT9045K (from ShopNBC). After I got it charged, I went straight to Google Play, but I do not see how to add a new device. I understand that there's not really a way to delete the original device from my account (and if there is I'd like some help there). How can I connect my new tablet with my existing Google Play account. I really don't want to set up a new gmail.


No menu entry for mobile network mode after installing CyanogenMod

My phone doesn't get a mobile signal anymore after installing CyanogenMod 10.1.3-i9100 on my Samsung Galaxy S 2. The IMEI is the same as printed in the battery compartment, Wi-Fi is working fine, and it finds mobile network operators, but even after setting it to "Choose automatically" it doesn't connect. When I try to phone someone, it says "Mobile network not available." According to a CyanogenMod FAQ there should be an option Settings → Wireless & Networks → More → Mobile Networks → _Network Mode_ , but there is no such option. In "Wireless & networks" I see the following:   * Aeroplane mode   * VPN   * Tethering & portable hotspot   * Mobile networks   * Mobile broadcasts In "Mobile networks" I see the following:   * Data enabled (checked)   * Data roaming (unchecked)   * National data roaming (checked)   * Access Point Names   * Use only 2G networks (unchecked)   * Network operators According to the Android Testing Menu (`*#*#4636#*#*` → Phone information) the network type changes between "HSDPA" and "GPRS". I'm not sure if the "Set preferred network _type_ " setting is the same thing as the "network _mode_ ", but changing it from the original "WCDMA preferred" to "LTE/GSM/CDMA auto (PRL)" doesn't seem to help (tried restarting radio afterwards as well).


Native USB tethering of wifi (not mobile data)

I would like to know if later versions of Android natively support USB tethering of the phone's wifi connections. If so, after which version? I know that there are custom ROMs that allow you to use the phone's wifi connections via USB tethering. I'm asking if this functionality comes out of the box for all manufacturer ROMs as well.


How do you manage bookmark folders on Firefox?

My Firefox bookmarks are synced to my phone, but I am unable to add, remove, and rename the bookmark folders. How do I modify these folders (including moving bookmarks to/from folders) without using my PC? Android version: 4.1.1 Firefox version: 26.0.1


How do I fully charge my emulator battery?

It bothers me to see half charged battery. Anyone knows how I can fully charge it? ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/WxmQX.jpg)


Modifying keylayout file / using external keyboard input to mimic accelerometer

We can modify/create a keylayout file for any input device in android from /System/USR/Keylayout/device_layout_file.kl (http://source.android.com/tech/input/key-layout-files.html) Can we modify the keylayout file to take /mimic accelerometer input ?


Google contact sync photo rotated

I have enabled contact sync with my Google account on my Google Nexus phone running Android 4.1.2. One of my contacts' profile photo appears rotated to the left instead of being upright as set by the contact. The photo shows correctly when I view it on Google sites using the web browser on my laptop. What could be the issue and how to fix this?


Jurisdictions where camera shutter sound is mandated by law

I found some claims that it is illegal to disable the shutter sound on phone cameras in some countries. However, I found few reliable references on the matter. Do you know of any laws in your part of the world that mandate the loud clicking sound every time you take a picture? Here is what I was able to find: **Japan:** ?? (seems device manufacturers voluntarily made shutter sounds mandatory; found no references to an actual law) **South Korea:** 64-decibel shutter sound mandated by law since 2004 (secondary source; could not find a primary source in English) **EU:** ?? (found no references) **USA:** ?? (there was a bill proposed in 2009, but it did not pass) **Help me determine the legality of turning off the camera shutter sound in various countries / states.** PS. There is an obvious tension here between (1) my freedom, as the device owner, to turn off the shutter sound, and (2) my expectation of privacy, i.e. that others will not take pictures of me in public without my knowledge / consent. This question is NOT about whether (1) trumps (2) -- that is subjective. And yes, I know you can disable the shutter sound if your root your phone. This question is ONLY about where the legal boundary lies in various parts of the world.


Where can I find hidden wallpapers on Nexus 7?

I used to have this picture as Nexus 7's wallpaper, but the desktop restored to a blank wallpaper after I killed the UI process a few weeks ago. I tried to bring back this picture but it was no where in the wallpaper collection. Meanwhile, the gallery does not have this particular picture. As I searched for this picture on Google, I found there're other people who use it as their Android wallpaperhere. Therefore, I suspect that this picture should have come with Nexus 7's pre-built bundle. Moreover, I honestly didn't remember I deliberately downloaded it from somewhere else in the first place. So, Nexus 7 or other android device owners, could you please check your wallpaper collection and let me know if you find it there? Also, if anyone knows where to obtain it, could you please let me know as well? Many thanks. P.S. This is post is totally about my android device and what I'm trying to solve is an issue caused by Nexus 7. Android users are the mostly like group to help, so please don't downvote it for close. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/oRAqw.png)


Splitting Android partitions

Assuming I've a rooted phone, how can I split my `/data` partition into two partitions? I'd like to have multiple smaller partitions, instead of a single big one.


How to change the demo OS in Sony xperia tablet z

I have bought a sony xperia tablet z yesterday.. the showroom dint have the stock right now, so he sold me the demo piece in the display.. it is working fine, so i took it.. but after using it i understand that..it is running some kind of demo settings.. a demo video is being palyed for every 20 minutes.. if i re arrange any icons and go to another screen.. when i came back.. the icons are automatically restored to defaults..similar with volume settings.. how to remove those demo settings.. make it work like usual tablet.. thank you


Can't send/receive text messages on Nexus 5

My Nexus 5 has been able to send and receive text messages perfectly fine for 6 months now but as of a day or two ago it has just hasn't been able to send or receive messages from any text messaging app. I am with Amaysim (in Australia), my phone is running Android 4.4.4 and I have tried sending messages from Hangouts, EvolveSMS and TextSecure and none have worked. Any help would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance.


Normal behaviour of Quad Core Android device? Is mine normal?

I have a MINIX X7 Pro, with 2GB Ram and 16 GB ROM Quad Core 1.6 Ghz, which seems to me a very powerful device available on the market though now may not be the high-end end. What surprises me though.. even when on Idle I saw pretty much plenty of CPU resources taken up !! some 40-60++ percent of CPU power were consumed, and 50-70% of the plentiful 2GB Ram on a daily basis.. it might not be much if it's on a Windows device.. but I assumed Android had a better management of memory and core processing efficiency which lead to much slender design of ROM and Ram! What I want to know what is causing it to freeze frequently, whenever I browse the internet using any browsers alike (Opera , stock, etc) but most frequently when on the Mozilla firefox it's causing the service to stall or even freeze, occasional restarting on its own and even rebooting (PC restart!!). And some really pesting persisting software which would pop out of nowhere... esp the PLAYstore which keep on flashing now and then, informing new and trending softwares (which I don't find it useful other than fanciful). Is there a way to permanently shut this off? I have tried many task killer (I used 7Zipper) to turn off but it's a no go for Playstore.. CleanMaster and 360 Security as well.. well, the thing is.. when I'm on the net the figure would shot up to 100 % for the CPU consumption and up to 90%+ for the memory usage !! Is there a bug on the RK3188 chipset that causes it? and are there any blunders to ward off these shortcomings, like a Kitkat update of the stock or even customized softwares, designed specifically to address these issues? Please leave your thoughts and recommendations, dear power users!! Thanks!! :-D PS: this is the 5th time I wrote on the firefox and it restarted quite the same behaviours as I described/ mentioned above..what a chore !! X_X


Saving a Web page for offline viewing

I am using Sony Xperia Z with android 4.3. Is there any way I can save Web pages on my device to view it offline. Will it require an app? If yes, any free app for the purpose.


Samsung galaxy s4 audio static issue

I just upgraded to a Samsung Galaxy S4 and I'm noticing a distracting static sound both in headphones and through the built in speaker. I notice it overlaid on the audio itself but it's very faint and it doesnt really bother me. However, it becomes distracting because whenever there is a pause and silence, right before the audio starts up again there is a burst of static leading in. This is not much of an issue for music but where it really makes a difference is when listening to audiobooks or podcasts because every time someone pauses and starts again the static is very noticeable. Is this a common problem? Is it fixable? Should I just return my phone to the store for a different one? Thanks!


Contact picture shows up in grid with circles

I recently upgraded my HTC One X to Android 4.2.2 and HTC Sense 5 via OTA update. After updating some of my contact's picture in my People app show up in a grid with circles. I have synced my People app to Facebook, Google+, Twitter and LinkedIn. The pictures are being taken from any of these services depending on whether my contact is available there or not. ![Sample contact picture in grid with circles](http://i.stack.imgur.com/oXiv8.jpg) This did not happen in case of HTC Sense 4+. What is the cause of this issue and how can I resolve it?


How do I withdraw an app rights to enter internet in CyanogenMod?

On a rooted device it should be possible to forbid certain apps to contact internet connection How is this possible in CyanogenMod 10.0?


Checking mail on mobile data

i use roaming which is very expensive and I search some kind of script or way of solving my problem: there is a possibility to **turn off** checking e-mail when the android is connected via mobile data ? Any knows how to limit the transfer of mobile data to the minimum (disable apps which I do not want sync etc.) ? Thanks in advance !


Send blind calls to voicemail?

I'm getting more and more blind calls on my cellphone from telemarketers. Is there an application that can send all incoming blind calls to voicemail? FWIW, I'm running Cyanogenmod on a Galaxy Nexus. Thank you.


Why does Google Now display my "Home" and "Work" locations inaccurately?

I'm in my home all day, every day, as are my internet-capable devices such as phone, Chromebook, etcetera, etcetera. Yet, when I click the magic wand at the bottom of Google Now (settings), it displays my home address and work address as two different places, both of-which I've never even been, muchless worked or lived. Any ideas why this would be happening? Anyone seeing anything remotely similar?


android data plan only works w/ browser

I have a rooted sony xperia active on airtel network while living abroad in Zambia. I bought a data package for my phone but it only seems to work with my web browser and a select few other apps. It worked just fine for everything in the US does anyone have a guess as to why this might be? It also will not function using USB tether or Wifi hotspot-- computer connects but then says "no internet access" even though i can access internet on the phone's browser. Friends have same data package with samsung android phones and no issues like this. any help greatly appreciated! thanks! EDIT: PROBLEM SOLVED. FACEBOOK, YOUTUBE AND BROWSER WORKED BUT NOT WHATSAPP OR A SPOTIFY. TURNED OUT I HAD TO MANUALLY CONFIGURE THE APN FOR THE CARRIER.


Associating a particular input method with a specific app

Is there a way to associate a particular input method with a specific app? For example, I'd like to always use the Hacker's Keyboard with the Terminal Emulator, while using SwiftKey for most other apps. If this is a feature that requires rooting the phone and possibly installing a custom ROM, please let me know; I'm considering doing this anyway and the availability of such a feature might be my "killer app".


Xperia ArcS how to install cyanogen

I have an Xperia Arc S (LT18i). How do I install Cyanogen Mod on it?


How to quickly lock screen to landscape?

For the use with a neoprene bracelet for running, I would like to quickly lock my Milestone 1@Cyanogenmod 7.2.0 to landscape mode. All widgets that disable auto orientation seem to cause the phone to switch back to portrait. I could achieve that by disabling 0°/180°/270° in the settings, but I would like an easier solution with a widget.


What's the minimum memory usage that a Nexus S requires?

I have a friend running a rooted Nexus S with approximately 350 Mb RAM. In normal everyday usage, he says he uses about 300 Mb of that memory. There is this game he is trying to play that requires roughly around 150 Mb. I was just wondering if it is possible to clear up enough memory so that he can play that game comfortably? What exactly is the minimum amount of memory required to keep the phone running?


Replacing my default phone application with other one

Can I replace my phone.apk from system/app to a new Phone application such as Swipe Dialer Pro . will it do any harm.there is also one additional apk in system/app called phone service. Apk. what's the purpose of that. I'm on android 4.1 rooted with CWMR.


Changing the network mode on Huawei Y300

If I root my phone will I be able to access network files to change the network mode on Huawei Y300? I want to select network mode GSM/WCDMA.


no "move to SD" when managing my apps LG Optimus L9

I have an LG Optimus L9, and just yesterday i got 32GB of SD memory for it... but there's a problem. I cant install anything because the internal memory is full, and there is no button to move the app to my SD card, i already tried hitting the options button ext. But alas. Nothing. Please help!


Need to give away Milestone that's rooted, what happens if I do Factory Data Reset?

In Settings -> Privacy -> Factory data reset? I don't mind giving it away rooted, but if it wipes out the Superuser application (hence allowing any app to enter root mode unchecked) would be very very bad. If it erases that app while leaving it rooted, can I just re-download the .apk and reinstall it afterwards? Or does that procedure unroot the phone? That would be OK too. It's a Milestone 1 with Motorola's official 2.2 update. I just rooted it so I could use the ClockSync and Screenshot apps.


Swype Private Beta for HTC Desire

I read here that you can email the Swype developers to ask for an invite for the private beta of Swype on the HTC Desire, and you may or may not get an invite. I'd like to try it out as it looks pretty neat.   * Is the private beta still running?   * Is there some official announcement that describes how to register for the private beta?   * What email should I write to and what should I write to increase my chances of an invite?


Stream Sound from Ubuntu to Android

I got tired of replugging my headset between a desktop and Android when someone calls me. Is there a way to stream sound from Ubuntu (I use Pulseaudio) to Android phone over wifi or usb?


Android Password Recovery + 2 Step Auth. What happens?

I recently enabled two-step auth for my Google account, and I'm happy to say it works fine. However:   * Application specific passwords, like for Android are temporary, and the guide makes it obvious that you aren't supposed to write them down or save them anywhere.   * When someone fails to unlock a password protected Android phone too many times, it allows the user to connect to a WiFi network and login with his/her Google account.   * How does this apply to an account with two-step auth? Has anyone had this sort of an issue before? Is generating a new app-specific password enough?


Clockworkmod Backup/Restore Feature

So last week, I decided to flash a custom ROM to my 2 year old Desire HD. I used the all in one, one-step, "rooting" tool called AAHK (It doesn't just root the phone, it does a whole lot like S-OFF, Goldcard, etc). My DHD is now running Jellytime R30. Everything is good. Now, I would like to try other ROMS. I did a backup of my current system via Clockworkmod in Recovery. Question: Is this a full "image" snapshot? I mean, will I be able to restore the entire system including the ROM when I restore this backup? Or do I have to flash the ROM in the snapshot before I restore the backup? PS: I'm new to this custom ROM thing but I've done my fair amount of research. :)


How can I zip a folder into a zip file in Android to send over the Internet?

I have root, and I tried running the zip command from shell, but zip is not found. I think Android doesn't come with zip. How can I install zip on Android?


How to uninstall SuperManager

I installed the SuperManager app and every time I try to uninstall it it just stays there. Has anyone experienced that and found a solution?


Is there a way to "downgrade" (revert) an HTC Desire HD to stock Froyo from Gingerbread?

I don't have any backups or whatever. My phone isn't rooted. It updated to Gingerbread 2.3.3 OTA a couple of days ago, and I hate almost every change that it introduced. Thanks.


Does Samsung Galaxy S Indian ROM (latest DDJP6) has Bengali support?

I've read in several forums that _Indian version_ of **Samsung Galaxy S** (I9000) supports Hindi language. Some of them mentioned it should support Bengali/Bangla also. Can anyone here confirm that- 1) The latest Froyo firmware DDJP6 for Samsung Galaxy S supports Bengali? I don't need IME/a Bengali keyboard, just ability to render Bengali websites (like, Bengali Wikipedia) properly would be great. 2) If it doesn't support Bengali out of the box, does installing a Bengali fallback font serve the purpose? Please note that merely showing Bengali characters won't help. As this is a _complex language_ , a proper shaper must be present in firmware to render kar/matra and conjuncts correctly. * * * **Update** : I have recently bought a Samsung Galaxy series device. Yes, its Indian ROM has Bangla shaper, only replacing `DroidSansFallback.ttf` with a Bangla font will do.


How to upgrade HBOOT from 0.80.0007 to 1.01.0001

I own an HTC Wildfire with HBOOT version 0.80.0007 and S-On. How do I upgrade to HBOOT 1.01.0001? Can anyone give me a nudge in the right direction? I've been racking my brains for the last few days, looking for a useful tutorial, with no luck at all, I hope to sort my problem out.


How to remove unneeded icons from the menu?

I have a Samsung i9220 with Android 4.1.1. How can I remove the unneeded icons from the android phones menu? ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/2rITA.jpg)


After ICS, Touch screen is not working when mobile is overheated

I have Sony Xperia Mini pro, i recently updated it to ICS. But now when the phone is overheated (especially during recharging). The touch screen becomes unresponsive, even if i restart my phone, it stills that way. It goes back to normal by itself after some period of time. What should I do to fix the problem?


Online status for facebook contacts

I have Facebook, Facebook messanger and Skype Installed. Also, I've connected/linked contacts manually across accounts. In the contacts I can only see Skype contacts online. Is there a way to see facebook's contacts also? I don't care if I have to install a third party app, so all suggestions are acceptable.


What does "awake" mean?

I obsessively check the battery info on my ICS phone, and I've noticed that I get the best battery life when the phone hasn't been "awake" much. But I realized I don't _really_ know what "awake" means. I have not found a definition for it, and frankly am too lazy to download and grovel the SDK docs. So ... what precisely does "awake" mean?


Does the Samsung Galaxy S Plus support moving applications to the SD card?

On my Samsung Galaxy S phone, I cannot move applications to the SD card. It seems to be some configuration file error which you can only solve when rooting the phone. Does anyone know if this has been fixed in it's successor, the Samsung Galaxy S Plus?               Model Number: GT-I9000     Firmware : 2.3.3     Baseband version: I9000XXJVO     Kernel version:  2.6.35.7     Build number: GINGERGREAD.XWJVH


Empty spaces in ADW Launcher dockbar

I use the standard ADW Launcher that ships with CyanogenMod 7 and have noticed a problem with the dockbar. **NOTE this is the "hidden dockbar" you can reveal with a swipe, not the normal Android dock (LAB/RAB).** There is enough space for 6 icons on my dockbar but I can only add 4 before they start flowing off-screen to the right. In other words positions 1 through 4 have icons but positions 5 and 6 can't be used (first screenshot). Dragging a new icon onto them places it at position 7, which can only be revealed by scrolling the dockbar sideways (second screenshot). It's as if ADW thinks there are icons at 5 and 6 already but there aren't. I have tried using Reset ADW in the settings but while it reset many ADW features it did not reset the dockbar, or solve the problem. There was a time when only position 5 was locked as blank and position 6 held an icon, but in dragging icons around to try an get one to go into position 5, position 6also became locked as blank. ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/7v5kO.jpg) ![enter image description here](http://i.stack.imgur.com/6QSae.jpg)


Change "me" picture

I literally have no idea how to change my "me" picture. I have tried many things, but none worked. I tried to add myself to my contacts, but that didn't work. Device: Huawei Ascend II


If you unlock you don't have to unlock again in X time

Is there a way to have my phone stay unlocked for some period of time after I have unlocked it once (via PIN, pattern or whatever). In other words, if I unlock my device with my PIN, if I turn the screen back on within the next 30 minutes I wouldn't have to re-enter my PIN. If it matters my device is on Android 4.4.


Installing ROM over another custom ROM

Am using Samsung Galaxy Y model phone. I rooted my mobile and installed Jelly Blast v3 ROM in my phone. Now how to install a different custom ROM over this ? or if i install a new ROM in my mobile will that cause any problems ? Please help me get through this


Phone will no longer connect via USB after bad ROM

I have a phone that was flashed with a bad ROM. It no longer has a system, so actually getting into the phone is a no-go. It can, however, boot into recovery and download mode. I planned on flashing to a stock ROM, but I can no longer connect via USB: Windows simply cannot recognize the device. I've gone through various driver installations, but to no avail. I figured I'd give up on the USB and just put a stock ROM on an SDcard and install it through recovery. Would this work, or do I need to do it through USB?


Google Now voice calling feature only searching local contacts, not businesses

In Google Voice Assistant on ICS I could, for example, say "Call the closest Dominos" or "Call CompUSA West Palm" and Google Voice Assistant would start to dial the correct business almost immediately. Since I've upgraded to JB, Google Now only seems to search my contacts and sometimes brings up map locations of businesses I wish to call. This is extremely disappointing and would really like to know if anyone else is having this issue and if it can be resolved.


Remove bloatware on Galaxy S2 - what are my options?

My phone is a Samsung Galaxy S2 flashed with stock ROM - ICS v4.0.3, carrier is Virgin Mobile (model #GT-I9100M). There is some bloatware installed by Samsung, which causes minor problems, such as   * being listed in the apps list, so it takes more time to find the app I need   * asking for updates every now and then. I've read on the internet - there are several ways to solve the problem with bloatware, but I am not sure which one addresses both of my concerns. All of them require rooting - so I booted into recovery mode and tried to proceed according to this article: http://forum.xda- developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719. I got the error "failed to mount /sdcard", googling for it resulted in some vague answers. I believe this is showstopper - so I cannot do anything about bloatware without rooting - please correct me if I am wrong. Supposing I managed to root the phone somehow, there are couple options:   * remove bloatware (many apps on the market can do it, even for free).   * freeze bloatware (something I can do, for example, using Titanium Backup). What's freezing? Does it remove the app from everywhere, like it never existed? How stable is it, i.e. can any action cause them to accidently unfreeze? What are the risks associated with going along each path? Will I be able to upgrade my ROM, when the new version comes out (ICS 4.0.4 and then Jelly Bean - 4.1.1)? Do I need to backup my phone and what are best ways to do it? Just so I can restore if something happens, without paying for the fancy features I don't need. There are a lot of backup solutions out there, my main concern is reliability and, for some of them, it suffered in the latest versions and people started complaining in the reviews.


S Voice on Galaxy S5 - Hi Galaxy does not work

I can't seem to active S Voice from anywhere (Lock Screen with no pin, Home Screen, any app) on my Galaxy S5 (ATT). I have the Wake On command set. I've tried changing from Hi Galaxy to a different command. I cleared S Voice cache data and restarted and still no luck. I'm using the Google Launcher but also switched back to Touchwiz and neither work. I've noticed others are having the same issue. http://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s5/379600-galaxy-s5-hi-galaxy- not-working-sm-g900i.html


How to return to the home screen with a terminal command?

Is there a terminal command to go to the home screen? I need to do this **via ssh** , so I cannot just push the "home" button, I need to send a **command-line** action..


Changing settings values in an Android ROM

I have just started to cook my own Android custom ROMs, and I am wondering how I can change the settings values in the "About" screen in the default Settings app. I have taken Cyanogenmod 7.2 and I am modding it. So how can I change the mod version, for example, from "cyanogenmod 7.2.0 p990" to, for example, "mymod 7.2.0 p990"?


Recycling old android devices for home security

Has anyone seens any efforts in recycling used devices for home security? I tried (re)searching, but most the top results are apps and or professional security devices. I was browsing a thrift shop and noticed couple of android devices for sell. Price was around USD $30 - 40. Which got me started thinking of the possibility of using a android device for home security. I am not talking about the app, but the device itself.   1. These devices already have wifi connectivity   2. These devices are easily programmable, more functionality can be easily added.   3. They have cameras that are pretty good   4. Think that this might be good use to recycle old electronics.   5. Even broken devices (glass broken etc.) can be used to a larger extent. So long as device turns on, camera and wifi works, the device can be used for the security.   6. Many of these devices have focusable cameras. You can remotely control cameras.   7. Motion sensing algorithm can be developed to operate when there is motion A custom mod like cyanogen mod with all applications except camera removed can be used in the cases like this. All device needs to do is stream pictures to some server using wifi. I am sure there is open source application that will accept stream from such devices or we can relatively easily alter one of the similar application. Power/charging problem will have to be solved, but at these prices, you can just replace the device while other one is charging or just replace the battery. Since device is not doing anything else, we might get good mileage for battery life also. Custom mod can switch off the screen which can reduce power consumption


Galaxy Blaze reboots upon power off

I have T-Mobile Galaxy S Blaze, running 2.3.6. I rooted the phone months ago, uninstalled T-Mobile bloatware (using Titanium Backup Free), and have been enjoying using it for a while. Recently however, I haven't been able to power it off. Everytime I hold the power button and select "Power Off", it goes through the motions but then reboots immediately. I can't think of anything I changed during that time that would cause this, other than software updates. I couldn't tell you which software updates, because I didn't try to turn it off in a long while. Removing the battery and re-inserting it keeps it off. It's just using the "Power Off" command. Is there anyway I can get a log of what's happening during shutdown? I'm new to Android but not so much to Linux.


Can the Moga Power Pro be used as a USB controller?

So I just received my new Moga Power Pro controller, and I'm extremely disappointed with the latency I'm experiencing with it when playing emulators (both in emulators which can use the Moga "A" mode and ones that use the HID "B" mode) - there's a lag between d-pad presses and responses, the button don't always register presses, etc. Maybe I'm just spoiled (having only previously used system-specific controllers), but I'm disappointed enough that I may return the controller. Before I do that, though, I want to try and see if I can reduce the latency at all. To that end, is it possible to use the pad as a generic USB controller (using the included USB to Micro USB) connector? Or am I stuck using the Bluetooth connection (which I'm supposing is largely responsible for the latency?) (I've tried the controller with both my HTC One M8 and my Nexus 10 tablet, both of which are running unrooted 4.4.2; I've tried turning off the Wifi and mobile data, without discernible improvement)


Does Android resolution matter for other than clarity?

In Android OS, does screen resolution matter in applications? Obviously a phone with 800x480 resolution is going to look much sharper than a 320x480 one, but is that the only difference? Do the icons and such scale at different resolutions or just look sharper? Can I actually fit a lot more on the screen on the higher res phones (such as when you increase the resolution on a desktop PC?) I am looking for an inexpensive Android phone that doesn't require Sprint's bogus $10 "4G fee". Unfortunately, it looks like the only phone that is decent and doesn't require this fee is the LG Optimus S (free right now). However, the resolution is 320x480. I'm going to check it out in a store soon but wanted to see what you experts think. Thank you!


How can I run Flash on a Pandigital novel hacked to run Android 2.1 (Eclair)?

I have a white Pandigital novel that I hacked to run 2.1. I followed these instructions to the letter(except I don't have the market so I got Apps Installer elsewhere), but when I finished, nothing was different. (yes, I remembered to reboot.) www.whatismyflash.com says my current flash version is "None or Disabled". Anyone know what's happening? There was also nothing related to flash in the launcher. Should there be? However, Apps Installer insists that my flash apk is installed. _Note: I am aware ofthis similar question but that question asks for a flash app and my question asks "Why isn't my flash app working?"_ _Other Note: I tried some games in Skyfire and they didn't work so please no "just try Skyfire" answers._


Export bookmarks from Android 4.1.2 Stock Browser for use in PC Browser

How can I export bookmarks from my Android 4.1.2 Stock Browser, for use in Chrome and Firefox on my PC? I've checked the stock browser thoroughly, but could not find anything like the `Export` feature found in desktop browsers. Would appreciate some help, since I have a ton of book marks on my phone, and need them on my PC.


How to load custom logo on andriod start up

New to the site and have little technical knowledge. I have a mx andriod box and it has a custom logo on launch. How can I remove this and have my custom logo on start up ? Cheers Xeine


Why is root access required for a custom ROM?

I'd like to be clear, and as my question indicates, I'm very ignorant of mobile devices in general so my apologies if this is common knowledge. Say I want to install a custom ROM onto a device, then it would appear I need root access. I'm able to find out from every web page on _how_ I can root a device, but I'm unable to find how _why_ I need to root a device. I understand that rooting a device simply gives me root access on the device, but why is this needed? If I connect the phone to a PC then doesn't that give me access to the entire file system of the device? If so, then why can't I just overwrite the relevant parts of the FS with whatever ROM I want? Also, why would rooting and using a custom ROM cause a device to be bricked? Couldn't I just overwrite the ROM that was causing the issue with the original one (that I'd thought on to back up! ;)).


How can I be informed through my computer if a new SMS is received?

While I'm working with my computer, my mobile lies next to me and every time I receive a new SMS or WhatsApp message, I have to grab the phone, read the message and answer it. So It would be really nice, if there is an App or another possibilty to connect my mobile phone with my computer via Bluetooth, WLAN or USB so that i can read and send my SMS message from my computer desktop. This would have several advantages:   * It is easier to copy page content. A lot of time I'd like to send a sms to someone with content on my computer. So i dont have to type it anymore but just copy&paste it   * My working process isn't disturbed as much it is if I have to grab my phone   * it is easier and faster to write with a keyboard than the mobile phone pad So my questions are:   * is there any app/program that can do that?   * if not, would it be at least technically possible or are there any restrictions that prevent such an app?


How do I recover my Angry Birds progress!

I'm using Cyanogen and had some issues so in recovery I had to "wipe data". Before I did that I did a backup. How can I get back my Angry Birds save data? I thought for sure it was stored on Google's servers since I've done this sort of thing 50 times before and never lost my save games.


Flashing a New Kernel

If I'm going to flash a new Kernel with ROM Manager Pro, do I need to reinstall my MOD, delete my data, or delete my cache? I am running CM 6.1 and want to flash one of ChevyNo1's kernels but will I have to reload CM and all my data?