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Copy protected apps missing from the Market on Orange UK Hero?

Anybody else noticed this? I have an unmodified Hero I got straight from Orange and the Market seems to be missing a lot of paid applications, the ones that use copy protection.

badgaz said:
Anybody else noticed this? I have an unmodified Hero I got straight from Orange and the Market seems to be missing a lot of paid applications, the ones that use copy protection.
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Yes its a known problem which has been talked about in other forums.

yep. this does suck. Its almost like they dnt want our money

It just gets worse. This all should have been sorted out

badgaz said:
Anybody else noticed this? I have an unmodified Hero I got straight from Orange and the Market seems to be missing a lot of paid applications, the ones that use copy protection.
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Can you give specific examples? Thus far, I've had no issues with paid apps with my Hero - had several on my G1 that I had to download again to my new phone.
Regards,
Dave

foxmeister said:
Can you give specific examples? Thus far, I've had no issues with paid apps with my Hero - had several on my G1 that I had to download again to my new phone.
Regards,
Dave
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Read:
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/Android+Market/thread?tid=3529bae358433fcd&hl=en

Searching the Market for the apps mentioned on the earlier link, I can confirm that I can see some, but not all of them, an a T-Mobile G2.
I also noticed that I hadn't downloaded "DocumentsToGo" back onto my G1 (thought I had!) and when I tried it, I got the "Download Unsuccessful" message.
Regards,
Dave

I'm also missing apps on my T-Mobile G2. Can anyone else out there see the "Jack FM Live" app?

Nope I can't see that app.

The app I am missing is Battle for Mars. I have done the rounds ringing Orange and HTC to try and sort this out. Orange were fairly useless but finally just referred me over to HTC. HTC tried to claim there were different apps for different phones, but the example I gave them was Battle for Mars Lite was available, the paid for version was not available. They are meant to be ringing me back in 3-5 working days !?!! I will try and keep this thread posted. If anyone else has some news or can hassle Orange/HTC as well, I think that can only be a good thing and might push someone into sorting this mess out.

I can't find taskiller full - the free version is there but I want the one which has the full exclusion list. I've been in touch with the developer and he can see it in the market in France, although he thought that it may be due to waiting for google to review his account.
Guess it may actually be a similar problem to this. It's really frustrating because I would love to pay for the full version!

I've just got an unlocked hero that im using on o2. I can see the apps that others cannot, so maybe it's a network problem or related to the 'tinkering' networks like to do to phones before sending them.

trice1921 said:
I've just got an unlocked hero that im using on o2. I can see the apps that others cannot, so maybe it's a network problem or related to the 'tinkering' networks like to do to phones before sending them.
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Can you see taskiller full in the UK?

ewans said:
Can you see taskiller full in the UK?
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Just checked. The full version is there, priced 0.70 Euros.

trice1921 said:
Just checked. The full version is there, priced 0.70 Euros.
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That is really annoying - I can only see the free version using wireless or mobile data (standard T-Mobile G2 Touch, no root, not unlocked etc.). I'll let the developer know, it's really unfair that people who want to buy his app can't.

I can now see Taskiller full and Bluex which i havn't been able to see since i bought my hero, i have the Orange version of the phone.

checked earlier in the day and couldn't see taskiller full. I can now... I assume some back-end setting's been changed (whether it was a taskiller-full-specific thing the author did, or something google did centrally, I don't know)

Still can't see it on T-Mobile!

ewans said:
Still can't see it on T-Mobile!
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Same problems here, its really annoying. I really want the Bloo facebook app. The new 1.3 version is meant to be good .
Also on the topic of not being able to get stuff on this "open source OS".. WHERE is amazon mp3 uk . Can't take much for amazon/google to just shift the same program to access the uk mp3 store lol.

can confirm bloo 1.3a showing up for me(orange)
the guy who did http://www.cyrket.com/ mentioned apps appeared and disappeared due to sdk version checking. while i assume that isn't the issue here, maybe it's the same kind of thing? the hero's listed capabilities and the app's metadata are incompatible?
(tho why that would change just because it's sold by orange instead of t-mobile I don't know)

samsung tab -all surf and talk on 3g (dont get your hopes up just wanted to share)

I came across this video on youtube and this guys seems to be running a t-mobile tab using voice+3g (i think, not sure if that's what he means): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZ4EDRLaILk
Of course he just shows off the tab running web and dialing while on H/3G, he does not explain how he got it done. I went ahead and sent him a message asking how he did it. My guess is that he is running google voice not sure, if anyone else is running google voice and is exactly as this guys is showing off please advise.
Did not want to get anybodies hopes up, just found it interesting. Lets see what he says if he replies.

Thanks for the pointer. I remember that video from a while back, like November. I think he is using a voip application, not the dialer.apk, but I could be wrong.
I just got a report from a member in China who gets voice +3g data with one modem. He is using a tab he purchased in Chicago, and a China Unicom sim. Someone in Isreal said they do too, but I didn't get the sim provider.
Bottom line - it's possible, just not in the US with T-Mobile tab and sim.

rangercaptain said:
Thanks for the pointer. I remember that video from a while back, like November. I think he is using a voip application, not the dialer.apk, but I could be wrong.
I just got a report from a member in China who gets voice +3g data with one modem. He is using a tab he purchased in Chicago, and a China Unicom sim. Someone in Isreal said they do too, but I didn't get the sim provider.
Bottom line - it's possible, just not in the US with T-Mobile tab and sim.
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did not seem him launching any VOIP app he was online and just clicked on the phone tab thats on the browser and he just started dialing.
wonder what kind of modems they are using....

WTF
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Not seems to be a VOIP App... don't know!
But I just put a GUIDE of how to place and receive calls on your GT via VOIP using your Google Voice account. Also you could Forward the Call on settings to your SIP# so if you place your SIM on your tab and you could get Forwarded the Call to your SIP# and it will enter via VoIP!
It's a great solution until we get another solution!

Hmmm you lost me there.
Sent from HAL 9000

adinis78 said:
Hmmm you lost me there.
Sent from HAL 9000
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I lost you? Sorry I don't share the link with the comment... so it's here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1007120
I think it's a great option! At least I principally do it for calls when I went out of the US. And works awesome!
It don't have the same quality but works!

adinis78 said:
wonder what kind of modems they are using....
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My friend said PDA_JL5

rangercaptain said:
My friend said PDA_JL5
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rangercaptain, so long I don't see U here, well I got busy on these days and don't visit the forum so much.
so, PDA_JL5 is the answer of our prays?

raaleck said:
rangercaptain, so long I don't see U here, well I got busy on these days and don't visit the forum so much.
so, PDA_JL5 is the answer of our prays?
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That might be wishfull thinking.
Sent from HAL 9000

adinis78 said:
Did not want to get anybodies hopes up, just found it interesting. Lets see what he says if he replies.
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No need to wait until he replies, because this isn't new to XDA!
See this thread here. It used to link to this video, but the posts have since been edited.
Regards,
Dave

foxmeister said:
No need to wait until he replies, because this isn't new to XDA!
See this thread here. It used to link to this video, but the posts have since been edited.
Regards,
Dave
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just a dead end, so i take it this is a fake video. why do people play with our emotions like that ... lol!!!

adinis78 said:
just a dead end, so i take it this is a fake video. why do people play with our emotions like that ... lol!!!
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I don't get it either. Did you get your issues sorted out trying the tab in the UK?

rangercaptain said:
I don't get it either. Did you get your issues sorted out trying the tab in the UK?
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It seemed that i did not have the international call roaming set on my number and the one on my wifes phone, even though she did had it set, it needes to be refreshed so next time we go we need to call tmo and have them refresh it and it shoild work. We alse replaced our sims.
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Ok so i got a reply from him and he said he changed the imei # and changed modem so i asked what modem he is using and how he changed the imei #. We'll have to wait for his reply again.
Sent from HAL 9000

maybe you guys can hook up bc from what I remember he is also from your area

This is going to be interesting.

Rogers Branded Arc Thread

Finally picked up the Rogers Branded Xperia Arc this morning. Unlocked it through the htccode.com folks.
In the box, there's the requisite charger and cable, HDMI cable and a set of headphones. It also includes a 16GB microSD card. BTW, the phone is running v181 of the software.
Overall, the phone is pretty unique. It feels quite light for its size and the curve in the back doesn't feel too weird. The screen looks quite sharp, but I haven't had a chance to play around with it that much! BTW, looks like the SE skin isn't too intrusive (unlike Motoblur) but I don't think it's as good as HTC Sense. BTW, there is the option to enable WiFi hotspot (a key requirement for me)!
I've attached some pics below.

Got it rooted with Gingerbreak! Installed the apk on the SD card, installed it and then ran Gingerbreak with no issues.
Anyone other Canadians with Arcs on this forum?

Got mine this morning as well! Was first one in the store when it opened Device is amazing!

Ya, the phone is great. So glad the root came out right before we got the phone. Lol.
Aside from being able to use the phone on other networks, what benefit does the unlock give?
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AdamUpNorth said:
Ya, the phone is great. So glad the root came out right before we got the phone. Lol.
Aside from being able to use the phone on other networks, what benefit does the unlock give?
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Absolutely no benefit other than the fact that you can use it on other networks.

Got mine today, fully rooted now and customized. the only problem i have is the RAM is always filled with bloat making my battery die fast

Just got mine too. Disappointed that Misty Silver isn't available.
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Anyone going to install a stock ROM instead of the one that comes with the Rogers version to get rid of the bloatware?

I got rid of the bloatware using Titanium Backup. I would like to get rid of the Rogers boot logo, though.
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If you're rooted, you can always use Titanium Backup to strip out some or all of the bloatware.
Not a perfect solution, obviously but it's better than nothing.
edit: I really need to start refreshing pages before using the quick-reply box...

Now that Rogers has released the LT15a, any word or info as to whether we can buy it online somewhere and have it shipped to the USA?

batman_112 said:
Now that Rogers has released the LT15a, any word or info as to whether we can buy it online somewhere and have it shipped to the USA?
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Yes, there are a few online sellers for the Arc. SN Traders Online (I'm not endorsing them) is selling it for close to US$800 - check out the howardforums marketplace for more online sellers.

rajeshr said:
Yes, there are a few online sellers for the Arc. SN Traders Online (I'm not endorsing them) is selling it for close to US$800 - check out the howardforums marketplace for more online sellers.
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I checked out their site but, they do not state if this is the "i" or the "a" variant.

hellocng said:
I got rid of the bloatware using Titanium Backup. I would like to get rid of the Rogers boot logo, though.
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What apps did you safely remove?

hellocng said:
I got rid of the bloatware using Titanium Backup. I would like to get rid of the Rogers boot logo, though.
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You need to Flash a generic ROM to get rid of bootscreen.

I'm new to Andriod "Smartphone" as you can tell from how many post I have.
So, I bought out the phone.
There are things I need to remove "bloatwares" from Rogers and other apps.
So, rooting the phone gives you access to superuser and I see that apps can be removed.
Here are some of my replies with questions.
rajeshr said:
Got it rooted with Gingerbreak! Installed the apk on the SD card, installed it and then ran Gingerbreak with no issues.
Anyone other Canadians with Arcs on this forum?
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If you rooted the phone can you still update the software from Sony Ericsson Update?
Nimche said:
You need to Flash a generic ROM to get rid of bootscreen.
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Can you tell where the guide to follow this?
BTW: Did your MicroSim Card 16gig.. was it already inside the phone? When I asked the Rogers store where is the 16gig..she started to stutter.

pato_bato said:
If you rooted the phone can you still update the software from Sony Ericsson Update?
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Yes, you should be able to. Note that doing this may remove the root privileges and you may need to re-root.
pato_bato said:
Can you tell where the guide to follow this?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1052067
pato_bato said:
BTW: Did your MicroSim Card 16gig.. was it already inside the phone? When I asked the Rogers store where is the 16gig..she started to stutter.
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Yes, it was already inside the phone.

Anyone know if bestbuy or futureshop sell the protective screen for this phone..or any other store would? Not online order.

Didn't it come with one pre-applied?

@Step666 It did but it's one of those factory temporary plastic cover that has a tab. Our package is not the same with EU release extra contents.

MOFO "Root" outside US

Hi, I'm Razorbacktrack from Italy.
I bought an unlocked Droid Turbo Red Kevlar from eBay US in December.
Why I can't Buy MOFO here? I can't even use a Proxy
I don't think that this is right,and you?
MOFO can be sh***y for someone ,but it is something instead of nothing

Maybe try a vpn?:fingers-crossed:

Anonymouse,Ctunnel and Unotelly not working for me

Private Tunnel !!!

Ohhhh yeeaaaah!!
Thanks a lot my dear

Razorbacktrack5535 said:
Ohhhh yeeaaaah!!
Thanks a lot my dear
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Also try Cyberghost

GreaterLesser said:
Also try Cyberghost
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Also this works,thanks !

I have successfully bought mine through ZenMate and paying with my paypal. Didn't need to invoke the devil or nothing like that

josebama said:
I have successfully bought mine through ZenMate and paying with my paypal. Didn't need to invoke the devil or nothing like that
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Ahahahahahah [emoji13]

Razorbacktrack. That's a great name. I remember when John McDonnell showed up and started winning national championships every year.

Tried Private Tunnel and ZenMate, after click "Paypal" button and login, the pop up window close and nothing happen when I click the purchase button???
What suppose to be done when click purchase?? it just show me to enter the card information since all the boxes are blink. Please advise.
Updated (4 June 2015):
Finally get it works by using TunnelBear VPN for the Paypal payment.

US Cellular Thread?

Was wandering if there is a way we can get a us cellular thread started for us that have a us cellular LG G4 US991..it would be a nice place to place have a thread for us to talk in about r phones an post things in that works for r phone... thank you

We have root now!
Thanks to tabp0le we now have root!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=62114994&highlight=us991#post62114994
Now if only had an exploit for Bill Saver to just disay a blank text url for the add at the top of the screen or something. It'd be even better if I could hack it myself so we'd get it ASAP. We'd still view the ad links, just reduce battery drain, data use, and general frustration and still save.

Valgrahf said:
Thanks to tabp0le we now have root!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=62114994&highlight=us991#post62114994
Now if only had an exploit for Bill Saver to just disay a blank text url for the add at the top of the screen or something. It'd be even better if I could hack it myself so we'd get it ASAP. We'd still view the ad links, just reduce battery drain, data use, and general frustration and still save.
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Ya true that bill saver is cool cus well it saves us money but damn I hate not using the g4 lock screen or having 2 lock screens...would be nice to do something else with it so we can still get the 5$ off...an ya I know he got root for us..im just us being problems with the send_command part it keeps popping up with a error msvcr100.dll...an have done everything that I have found to fix it an nothing..I am running Windows 10..I am redoing my computer to see if that helps cus I also meet something as well trying to fix it lol..wish me luck

donbudafuko said:
Ya true that bill saver is cool cus well it saves us money but damn I hate not using the g4 lock screen or having 2 lock screens...would be nice to do something else with it so we can still get the 5$ off...an ya I know he got root for us..im just us being problems with the send_command part it keeps popping up with a error msvcr100.dll...an have done everything that I have found to fix it an nothing..I am running Windows 10..I am redoing my computer to see if that helps cus I also meet something as well trying to fix it lol..wish me luck
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For some reason I thought I read somewhere on the forums yesterday that after a fresh Windows 10 install someone was having trouble with MTP or Send_Command. I've got root running on my US991 now! I seriously blew my entire night downloading root apps, tweaking things, etc. once I got it rooted. I also read over soooo much of this forum that I can't remember what I read where, haha. Good luck!

Valgrahf said:
Thanks to tabp0le we now have root!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=62114994&highlight=us991#post62114994
Now if only had an exploit for Bill Saver to just disay a blank text url for the add at the top of the screen or something. It'd be even better if I could hack it myself so we'd get it ASAP. We'd still view the ad links, just reduce battery drain, data use, and general frustration and still save.
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Here's the link to the post with the download http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=62115811&postcount=1251
donbudafuko said:
Ya true that bill saver is cool cus well it saves us money but damn I hate not using the g4 lock screen or having 2 lock screens...would be nice to do something else with it so we can still get the 5$ off...an ya I know he got root for us..im just us being problems with the send_command part it keeps popping up with a error msvcr100.dll...an have done everything that I have found to fix it an nothing..I am running Windows 10..I am redoing my computer to see if that helps cus I also meet something as well trying to fix it lol..wish me luck
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Windows 10 can be tricky. I've had issues in the past issuing any commands to DL mode with Windows 10. This dates back to using my G2. I got it to work this last time trying, but you might have to use another OS if you can't get it to work.

Valgrahf said:
For some reason I thought I read somewhere on the forums yesterday that after a fresh Windows 10 install someone was having trouble with MTP or Send_Command. I've got root running on my US991 now! I seriously blew my entire night downloading root apps, tweaking things, etc. once I got it rooted. I also read over soooo much of this forum that I can't remember what I read where, haha. Good luck!
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Ya idk I'm having a lot of trouble..at the moment I'm reinstalling windows cus my system for fcked up some how...after that I'll give it a shot again..dealt can't wait to get root..does anyone know of any tweaks out there yet..also would've nice to get theams for us since that is the one thing that I notice is missing..an a tweak for the screen glitch

Has anyone rooted your US Cell version yet?
I have the files download and ready but have yet to see the proper commands to run for our version.
Thanks
Sent while swerving from my LGG4

PakRatJR said:
Has anyone rooted your US Cell version yet?
I have the files download and ready but have yet to see the proper commands to run for our version.
Thanks
Sent while swerving from my LGG4
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The commands are in a spoiler box on the second post of the root thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=62028523&postcount=2
I'm rooted on the US Cellular US991 10c. After a few hours of installing apps, killing bloatware, tweaking the ui, and setting my dpi to 540 I'm also enjoying better battery life and, for some reason, I'm not heating up nearly as much as before I root. Loving it.

Got a chance to get it done. Easy peasy. WOOHOO. Thanks again to all.
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Edit to add:
I really liked doing it this way more than the others I have done. So nice not having to re setup the entire phone after.

Sorry to raise a dead thread but any root for the newest update?

TheROMGuy said:
Sorry to raise a dead thread but any root for the newest update?
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Was there root before that? I have the us991, no letters after the 1
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carnivalrejectq said:
Was there root before that? I have the us991, no letters after the 1
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As far as I know there was. And you should have a letter. Like mine is C

TheROMGuy said:
Sorry to raise a dead thread but any root for the newest update?
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If you're referring to MM Update 20C, then not yet. And I am subscribed here for a reason. I have the same reason, and damned if I will settle with "Sorry no root for you". I have been exploring other options with someone else.
carnivalrejectq said:
Was there root before that? I have the us991, no letters after the 1
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He's referring to the Software version in Settings > about > Software.

TheROMGuy said:
As far as I know there was. And you should have a letter. Like mine is C
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Ahh yeah its us99111a
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Perseus said:
If you're referring to MM Update 20C, then not yet. And I am subscribed here for a reason. I have the same reason, and damned if I will settle with "Sorry no root for you". I have been exploring other options with someone else.
He's referring to the Software version in Settings > about > Software.
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Ahh yeah its us99111a
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What is the last version that still can get root?
I'm on MM 20a.

I believe it's 10D that can still get root.