What is com.htc.provider's purpose? - Hero, G2 Touch General

I tried to find an answer on the forums, but haven't been able to.
What is the purpose of com.htc.provider?
In TasKiller, a lot of the time it's yellow (meaning actively running from what I read in the TasKiller FAQ), although other times it's acting as a background service (italicized and faded gray text).
Should it be running a lot of the time?
Thanks!

Hey, i just uninstalled com.htc and now the phone wont work haha i am now assuming it is vital for the phone to function

Holy thread resurrection... yeah, com.htc.provider is necessary.

slyydrr said:
Holy thread resurrection...
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lol ;D
BTW somebody know what that process really does?

I think it's something to do with backend for the web browser and internet connectivity.

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switching from roam data connection to not roam.

at work I have to throw my phone on roam for it work. no service. is there a one button app to do this?
also how would I delete the bubble that pops up when I go on the internet? the #777 one.
thanks
aonavy said:
at work I have to throw my phone on roam for it work. no service. is there a one button app to do this?
also how would I delete the bubble that pops up when I go on the internet? the #777 one.
thanks
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Have you used search yet??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
2 threads started in as much as a day. WOW!!!!
sure did. do post useless info?
aonavy said:
sure did. do post useless info?
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Well, since no one else has answered you yet and until they do, tell me what you searched for and on where. I will help you improve your searching capabilities. Since you are new to this site it is probably best that you take this suggestion from me before some body comes along with a bad attitude and totally flames you. I would also suggest that you don't start threads until it is a last resort and you have done days of searching.
Also, you may want to list your device, OS, Radio, Rom, Carrier etc....
Curious G

P terminal tutorial

Hey guys,I really don't know how to use P terminal but i read in some threads that u can kill apps with it and do other things so i though i would start this htread for everyone to post all the tips and trick they learned using this program. Thanks in advance to anyone who posts.
found this in battery thread
jkiller122 said:
Hey guys,I really don't know how to use P terminal but i read in some threads that u can kill apps with it and do other things so i though i would start this htread for everyone to post all the tips and trick they learned using this program. Thanks in advance to anyone who posts.
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Originally Posted by neoobs
when in iSafe hit the menu button and hit exit... BAM the program is not running in background mode and isn't using the GPS and 3G to find out if the area is safe. I have to play around some more because other programs are similar. I think Joyity is similar too. Anything that would run in the background for me had a way to exit and turn off the program. I am not saying it isn't loaded but it can't use the GPS, 3G or anything else on the phone.
To check which programs are running in the background use pTerminal.
Run "ps" for a list of processes
Run "kill <pid>" to terminate a process
timace said:
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Originally Posted by neoobs
when in iSafe hit the menu button and hit exit... BAM the program is not running in background mode and isn't using the GPS and 3G to find out if the area is safe. I have to play around some more because other programs are similar. I think Joyity is similar too. Anything that would run in the background for me had a way to exit and turn off the program. I am not saying it isn't loaded but it can't use the GPS, 3G or anything else on the phone.
To check which programs are running in the background use pTerminal.
Run "ps" for a list of processes
Run "kill <pid>" to terminate a process
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Lol silly that wasn't neoobs, that was me.
syrusfrost said:
Lol silly that wasn't neoobs, that was me.
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That was you quoting me LOL funny LOL... I give you all credit syrusfrost.
neoobs said:
That was you quoting me LOL funny LOL... I give you all credit syrusfrost.
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You know when you put them together it does seem like a coherent thought... haha, I'm lacking in that department sometimes...
syrusfrost said:
You know when you put them together it does seem like a coherent thought... haha, I'm lacking in that department sometimes...
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We do make a good team LOL... I was thinking the same thing when I saw it... but I couldn't remember where I posted how to use pTerminal since everytime I try to kill a process it tells me I am not allowed LOL
What kind of processes you trying to kill? I didn't have any problems with the apps I launched... hrm
That's ODD, I just tried it and it threw an error, and it killed the app too. Wow interesting, i could have sworn it didn't throw that error before, but it killed the app. What about for you, does it kill the app anyway?
syrusfrost said:
What kind of processes you trying to kill? I didn't have any problems with the apps I launched... hrm
That's ODD, I just tried it and it threw an error, and it killed the app too. Wow interesting, i could have sworn it didn't throw that error before, but it killed the app. What about for you, does it kill the app anyway?
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well I have tried to kill apps I have started and some I haven't Both give errors... both still run. I just wish I could kill away the myfaves LOL
I just wish I could kill away the myfaves LOL[/QUOTE]
Do you use myfaves cuz if you don't then you can just uninstall it.
When I type in Run "ps" it doesn't show nothing.
jkiller122 said:
Do you use myfaves cuz if you don't then you can just uninstall it.
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You can't uninstall it
your right,you can only clear data. My fault.
jkiller122 said:
your right,you can only clear data. My fault.
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It is ok... I thought the same thing and even cleared the data and still have issues.
Can anyone give an example of what the <pid>'s look like ?? Thanx
The PID is the number after the user that is running the file or service.
The first one in the line should look like this.
root 1 0 264 136 c00a5cd0 0000c36c S /Init
So root is the user and the PID is 1, they go in numeric order and on my phone go up to 3716
so if i wanted to kill /Init(which you can't) i would type in kill 1
which right now will throw me an Operation not permitted.
damnitpud said:
The PID is the number after the user that is running the file or service.
The first one in the line should look like this.
root 1 0 264 136 c00a5cd0 0000c36c S /Init
So root is the user and the PID is 1, they go in numeric order and on my phone go up to 3716
so if i wanted to kill /Init(which you can't) i would type in kill 1
which right now will throw me an Operation not permitted.
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Thank u. U were very helpful and didn't take the "know it all" approach I am a technician more on the harware aspect of things so software sometimes gets tricky for me . Thanks alot

Keep track of data transfer (GPRS)

Is there any way to keep track of the amount of data transferred through GPRS.
I currently subscripe to 200mb transfer per month, so I would like to keep track of this or it could become pretty expensive for me
If you google, you'll find a couple of commercial ones, but I found this for free a while ago. To be honest, I haven't a clue where I got it from, but it was definitely free.
Ave it!
Thats exactly what I had in mind!
Thanks alot!!
umiss said:
Thats exactly what I had in mind!
Thanks alot!!
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You're welcome
It's a good app - very basic, but does exactly what you need. If I remember correctly, it also ensures that it's always running, until you manually stop it, so if you reboot your phone when it's running, it starts when the phone boots up again.
This looks pretty cool.
Shame it's not got a nicer looking icon
Scary how much data browsing full web pages uses but this device is just sooooo good at it
johncmolyneux said:
You're welcome
It's a good app - very basic, but does exactly what you need. If I remember correctly, it also ensures that it's always running, until you manually stop it, so if you reboot your phone when it's running, it starts when the phone boots up again.
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Yeah it sure works perfectly.
Nice to be able to set the date when it's supposed to restore as well.
Actually I don't find it in the task manager, at least not as a program, so it's no risk that one closes it unintentionally, which is great. It's really super
+1
Thanks
it'S a trial version ... go to "about" and it ask you for a serial number.
It most certainly is.
Well, as long as it's not a trial that will expire it works just fine for me, I don't need any other functions.
I seem to be getting red crosses in the connections is that normal?
That happens when your connection isn't active. If you start surfin the cross will probably disappear
Seems to work so far. 25kb just for email (imap4 headers) and weather update But again the problem that the connection doesn't disconnect by itself after 60sec (seems to happen when I update the weather, otherwise it seems to disconnect fine)
Did you do the tweak so it disconnects?
Remember to disable all auto-update, including weather and TIME!
Then it works with the autodisconnect.
johncmolyneux said:
If you google, you'll find a couple of commercial ones, but I found this for free a while ago. To be honest, I haven't a clue where I got it from, but it was definitely free.
Ave it!
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Do you have any screenshots or does anyone have a link to the developers site?
umiss said:
Did you do the tweak so it disconnects?
Remember to disable all auto-update, including weather and TIME!
Then it works with the autodisconnect.
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Yes, I installed the cab and every auto-update is off. when browsing with opera or watching youtube it disconnects, but when I update weather manually it doesn't disconnect. wired.
Beards said:
Do you have any screenshots or does anyone have a link to the developers site?
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you can find the developer here: http://www.efficasoft.com
Beards said:
Do you have any screenshots or does anyone have a link to the developers site?
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Sorry mate, but as I said, I don't have a clue where I got it.
The developers webpage is linked above (efficasoft) and there's screenshots there
Thanks guys... At least now I can see what is displayed.

Is there anyway to keep progrms from auto starting?

I was wondering if there is a way to keep all of these damn stock programs from auto starting and running in the background? I downloaded Advance task killer and I always seem tons of crap running I did not start.
Would the only fix be to flash a new ROM on it?
I dont mess too much with task killers, but I believe some can autokill apps that you specify when they start running. You can also remove apps completely via command line if you don't use them at all.
autostarts. it's .99 in the market.
Alright. But nothing free huh? haha. Even after I kill it, some of the programs will still start up in an hour or so.
mroneeyedboh said:
Alright. But nothing free huh? haha. Even after I kill it, some of the programs will still start up in an hour or so.
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are the programs that keep popping up necessary?
If not, remove via command line or be willing to taskkill it, if it bothers you.
also, autostarts has different environment variables (start up, connection changed, usb plugged in, etc.) to specify when to kill what apps (I'm not pimpin it, I'm just sayin its a good program)
Oh. Maybe I'll get it, I mean its only 99 cents I have to figure out how to buy apps. Thanks though.
autostarts I can not find
obededom said:
autostarts. it's .99 in the market.
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I looked on the net, but I can not find the program. Can you link it?
I now use "ProcessKiller alias HTCDlg_killer" on my HTC TP2, but I do not see any killing.
Thanx in advance.
mroneeyedboh said:
I was wondering if there is a way to keep all of these damn stock programs from auto starting and running in the background?
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Some applications are SUPPOSED to be running all the time. Others the phone starts up so that their response time is better.
Arbitrarily killing applications is a sure-fire way to crash the phone. If you can be bothered to provide a list of what you see, someone can advise you what to leave alone.
Jamboman said:
I looked on the net, but I can not find the program. Can you link it?
I now use "ProcessKiller alias HTCDlg_killer" on my HTC TP2, but I do not see any killing.
Thanx in advance.
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http://www.androlib.com/android.application.com-elsdoerfer-android-autostarts-jppi.aspx
no prob

[HELP] Unable to close Apps on SE Xperia ARC

Hi Everyone,
I have big problem which is i cannot close apps. When im done with app i cant close them. I push back button, but it just send app to background. So it is still working and draining battery all the time.
I have same problem with every app. I have Advanced Task Killer Pro but i dont want to use it all the time. It is ridiculous.
And some apps are restart after i close them with Advanced TK Pro. Like Letsgolf,postcard.. I dont want those. I will uninstall them if i can..
I need to close apps when im done with app and uninstall some other apps. Is there any solution for that ? Because it is really annoying and big problem. Simply draining battery..
Thank you for reading.
Best regards.
Are you new to android? You dont have to close every app like lets say symbian or windows mobile, only worry about closing certain games or apps that keep using data frequently, read up on android if this is your first device, anyway If you feel uncomftorble use task killer to stop all or whatever apps you want, not everything will close though, its just the way android works, youre fine.
Where is the problem with the Arc...?
You're referring to the normal behavior of the Android OS. This is normal. If you're not getting over 40 hours of battery life with regular use, you may have downloaded some strange applications.
aaaahh.. iead1.. I've missed your supportive and incisive retorts ! ;-) saved me a job!!
Sent from The Arc!
Please REMOVE the BIG forum title, you are jumping to your own conclusions and distorting public views of ARC.
Next time read more and find out before you post
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aaaahh.. iead1.. I've missed your supportive and incisive retorts ! ;-) saved me a job!!
Sent from The Arc!
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Haha. Just trying to set the record straight, tis all.
I thought it was an April fools joke that was a little late
So where is the "BIG" problem with the ARC? What a lame and misleading title! Go read up on Android OS and how it behaves first before freaking out!
It's not about ARC i know that. But i just want to tell my phone is ARC,whatever. I used Linux and i know how it works. But when it comes to phone. Things change. Gallery,Camera,Google Maps,Browser.. When you start apps like that. If you cant close them they are draining battery in background also using RAM for nothing. And it is something that i cant deny.
And think about you didnt restart your phone like 2-3 days. And apps you start never close and working in background. It is a PROBLEM need to solution. Thats not nothing.
Thanks for comments.
MODs please delete these type of threads !!!
xperiax10.awesome said:
MODs please delete these type of threads !!!
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Could just rename the thread.
Or if closing the thread is the solution, please direct it to a thread where answers can be found.
I'm new to Android and interested to know more about this kind of behavior too.
so do you mean that app will close after a while ...?
can somebody tell me more about it ..?
If you are using MODs like MIUI or CM. you can close apps with Push Back button a bit. They resolve that problem.
But in Original Android 2.3.2. you cant close apps except Apps which have Exit button itself. It is simply absurd, i think anyway.
I get it. This is how linux work. But we are using it in Smartphone. Which means we have Battery. If i cant close big apps like Google Maps etc. its gonna keep draining battery background.
iead1 said:
If you're not getting over 40 hours of battery life with regular use, you may have downloaded some strange applications.
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I've never gotten 40 hours out of a single charge on my Arc.
oojjii said:
I get it. This is how linux work. But we are using it in Smartphone. Which means we have Battery. If i cant close big apps like Google Maps etc. its gonna keep draining battery background.
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Do you really think the developers of the android OS didnt think of this?
Theyre not draining battery in the background. Theyre idle. Theyre not doing anything. At all. Think of it like a solid state mp3 player, you used to see people posting on forums panicking that there isnt a stop button, just a pause button, like pausing it will wear out the mp3 file or something. They just dont understand that technology has moved on. The same thing has happened here: android isnt windows (although most windows apps dont eat any power when theyre minimised either, theyre idle, waiting for user input).
Also: they arent wasting memory. If the memory is needed for soemthing else, the android OS frees it up by closing (i.e. unloading) the idle app, but only when it's needed. No point in freeing it up too early, because you may wish to switch back to (i.e. unpausing) the app. This is more efficient.
There are *some* apps (e.g. music player, gps location tracker app) which will continue to run in the background, and yes this will drain battery, but these apps will have the ability to start/stop their services (e.g. pause music, stop tracking gps), and/or exit completely. If there is an app somewhere which continuously runs and doesnt give you a way to pause/exit then it's a very badly programmed app and you should uninstall it, but i dont know what those apps may be, because i cant think of one.
In summary, stop complaining about something like it's the end of the world if you dont have a clue what youre talking about.
Oh finally.
A man who knows what he is talking about. Thanks god.
And thank you. I really learned something from your post.
İ tried and see many combination about it. It is not a big problem for me i just want to learn why it is like that. And i thought it is drain battery..
Okay some apps like Lets Golf or post card doesnt using battery even if they seems like running. But what about Internet Browser ? I cant even close it with one click. I use back button for close. And when i push it it go back first. Simply, i need to come back first page i loaded for close browser. Even i get there and push back. It is still running ( yes running, i can see it in battery options and using battery %2-5). And google maps is same thing. Even i push back and disappear them they keep running and using battery (%3-6 for it ). What can i do for it ?
I'm not complaining about it that much. I really like my telephone and android. I just want to learn something and if this is a problem i want to resolve it thats all.
Anyway, thank you again for your useful answer.
Best regards.
well i think its not a real problem
btw thxxx for ppl who help us
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