Ad blocker? - XPERIA X8 General

Is there any way to block ads?it really slows down my games...thanks!!
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xperiauser132 said:
Is there any way to block ads?it really slows down my games...thanks!!
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Ad blocker & net toggle on android market works well. Or you can just disconnect all data connections before starting the app with. Adverts in it. Either way is good
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yep, here is a link for a trial version: https://market.android.com/details?id=net.xdevelop.adblocker_t
works well for most of apps/games

wujekandrzej said:
yep, here is a link for a trial version: https://market.android.com/details?id=net.xdevelop.adblocker_t
works well for most of apps/games
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WOW thanks for the app. really need it

I use AdFree. You can get it from the market, just search for AdFree. Works like a charm.

Agreed. Try AdFree. Root reqiured
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Ad free is great.. I only use ad blocker and net toggle as a bought it by accident. But it works good.
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Overclock on gingerbread????

What app is everybody using to Overclock on gingerbread? I've heard some people have been having trouble with some and just wanted to get a general consensus on what app would be best to use
Jrummy's app (droidoverclock) is still working like a charm.
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chbennett said:
Jrummy's app (droidoverclock) is still working like a charm.
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Really? I must be really doing something wrong. Whenever I go to open a menu in the app, it reboots my phone. Even if it is the extras menu. I can't do anything with it
There was an update jrummy released a little while back that fixed that problem. Check the market and see if you have an update maybe? Hope this helps
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I've been using Setcpu and everything appears to be working normal.
QuickClock Advanced works pretty well on GB

App that shows active network connections?

Is there an app out there that can show what is currently using wifi on the Nexus 7? I just picked up my tablet and I noticed that there is wifi activiy and I would like an app that shows what exactly is using the connection since I don't have anything running that should be having a constant connection? So kind of like a firewall but without the need to block programs. I just want to see what is using the connection
Just look at the notification bar. It is posted there.
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Just look at the notification bar. It is posted there.
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The notification bar does not tell me what process is using the internet. The wifi icon just shows network activity. I want to know what is causing that network activity
Oh, my bad man. I thought you needed to know which network you are on. Sorry about that. In fact I've been looking for something like that too.
You could always try using the data usage feature in your settings to see what might be doing it. Go to it, wait a minute or so and then refresh it. Whatever numbers have changed in that time are the culprits.
Afterwards I'd recommend Droidwall if you actually do want to block certain apps from the internet. Assuming you're rooted that is.
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AlanB412 said:
Afterwards I'd recommend Droidwall if you actually do want to block certain apps from the internet. Assuming you're rooted that is.
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I wish LBE works with JellyBean...
lanwarrior said:
I wish LBE works with JellyBean...
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Yeah same here. I've been waiting for them to find some way to make it work for 4.x for a while now. That app was awesome
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I guess there is no easy way to find out. bummer
Try
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.borgshell.connectiontrackerfree
Or
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eolwral.osmonitor.tablet
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gbroon said:
Try
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.borgshell.connectiontrackerfree
Or
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.eolwral.osmonitor.tablet
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Between using these 2 apps I got what I wanted. Thanks a lot
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The thread is old, but for those that may need such tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471272

Ad blocker

Hi I have tried a few ad blockers from the market but can't find one to work with a custom ROM. I am currently on AOKP.
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rbellis said:
Hi I have tried a few ad blockers from the market but can't find one to work with a custom ROM. I am currently on AOKP.
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For the web just use firefox and adblock extension.
I use the adaway in the playstore (I think that's what it was called). That works. You can also block ads at the router level if you have ddwrt.
I was talking about blocking ads for apps and adaway isn't working. Also tried the one from jrummy
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rbellis said:
I was talking about blocking ads for apps and adaway isn't working. Also tried the one from jrummy
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Adaway worked and still works great for me on every stock or custom rom on every device i own. Never had any problem with it.
Too bad google just decided to remove all ad-blocking software from the Play Store.
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Here use this as you wish
https://www.dropbox.com/s/8jz1ho80ljwq184/AdAway_2.2.apk
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I use AdAway on every ROM on every device, and it works perfectly.
Oh God, did they removed the app from the Play Store? Thank you titanium backup for being with me
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Yes, ALL ad blockers are removed from the market. Google did this due to an agreement with developers.
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AdAway available on F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/
daws said:
AdAway available on F-Droid
https://f-droid.org/
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Nice. Thanks!
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ads
for apps i use airplane mode and i browse with opera mobile witch can block ads without rooting. google on opera:config.
bert73 said:
for apps i use airplane mode and i browse with opera mobile witch can block ads without rooting. google on opera:config.
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Theres always a rooted option
cmendonc2 said:
Theres always a rooted option
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Rooted now with motochopper method.

Get rid of ads on android?

Hey I'm rooted and running paranoid android. I tried ad away but it stopped working. Any alternatives that block ads while on data?
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zobi123 said:
Hey I'm rooted and running paranoid android. I tried ad away but it stopped working. Any alternatives that block ads while on data?
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Are you in the same situation as me where ads are blocked on WiFi but not on mobile data? If so then I haven't found a solution as of yet and I've tried numerous adblocking apps/zips. It may have something to do with PA but it's not the kernel since I get the same issue on Franco as well.
adfree android works great! but youll have to search google for it, as ad removing/blocking apps arent allowed in the play store anymore.
Nigeldg said:
Are you in the same situation as me where ads are blocked on WiFi but not on mobile data? If so then I haven't found a solution as of yet and I've tried numerous adblocking apps/zips. It may have something to do with PA but it's not the kernel since I get the same issue on Franco as well.
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Yup, I'm running PA and franco just like you.
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zobi123 said:
Yup, I'm running PA and franco just like you.
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I've gotten used to it now so it doesn't really affect me too much but if you really want it try backing up your ROM and flashing a different one to confirm it's a PA issue and not something else.
simms22 said:
adfree android works great! but youll have to search google for it, as ad removing/blocking apps arent allowed in the play store anymore.
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Does it work on data and on browsing, games, YouTube etc.?
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zobi123 said:
Does it work on data and on browsing, games, YouTube etc.?
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I've tried it and it didn't work for me. Neither did Adaway or any of the .zips which can be found here on XDA.
Anyone here know a good ad blocker?
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zobi123 said:
Anyone here know a good ad blocker?
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http://sufficientlysecure.org/index.php/adaway/ its open source as well
blocks all ads and works great.
zephiK said:
http://sufficientlysecure.org/index.php/adaway/ its open source as well
blocks all ads and works great.
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Ummm...the OP's post says AdAway isn't working on mobile for him...
petemills8 said:
Ummm...the OP's post says AdAway isn't working on mobile for him...
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He said it stopped working. He could be using the really outdated version that was on the Play Store. AdAway has received a couple updates since its removal from Google Play.
For me, AdAway is working just fine so.. its most likely due to using a outdated version
I had the latest adaway 2.3. It works on WiFi but not on mobile data. I'm just looking for something that will work on data.
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zobi123 said:
Does it work on data and on browsing, games, YouTube etc.?
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ads in game/app, in the browser yes. on youtube videos no.
zobi123 said:
I had the latest adaway 2.3. It works on WiFi but not on mobile data. I'm just looking for something that will work on data.
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Weird. It works fine for me on mobile data and wifi. AdFree is another alternative that I used to use but felt AdAway was miles ahead.
simms22 said:
ads in game/app, in the browser yes. on youtube videos no.
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Can you post a link to it please?
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zephiK said:
Weird. It works fine for me on mobile data and wifi. AdFree is another alternative that I used to use but felt AdAway was miles ahead.
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Yeah, I didn't get this issue on stock or on any ROM for my old HD2 but I do on PA which is quite odd. Still, I'm not too concerned since it seems to block some of the more intrusive popup ads and I don't seem to get many ads on YouTube.
I realize that I'm probably stating the obvious, but by blocking apps you are depriving developers of revenue.
Most Android devs are small shops. Without revenue, they'll simply concentrate on other platforms that ensure ad revenue (cough, cough Apple!). Is that something you really want to contribute to?
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I realize that I'm probably stating the obvious, but by blocking apps you are depriving developers of revenue.
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do they receive revenue from just having the ads visible or do you have to actually click on them? if you have to actually open the ad then I don't see how ad blocking software deprives them of anything, let's face it if you use ad blockers(and I don't) then you obviously have no intention of clicking on any ads
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QUIETLYloud said:
do they receive revenue from just having the ads visible or do you have to actually click on them? if you have to actually open the ad then I don't see how ad blocking software deprives them of anything, let's face it if you use ad blockers(and I don't) then you obviously have no intention of clicking on any ads
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Agreed. They only make money if you click on the ad thats how Google AdSense revenue works.
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QUIETLYloud said:
do they receive revenue from just having the ads visible or do you have to actually click on them?
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My understanding is that revenue can be generated from both impressions and clickthroughs.

Ad free

Is there an app or apk to flash to block ads? One that really works well. I have root, so that's no problem. Any input appreciated. I want to keep stock ROM, just want to kill some pop up and banner ads. Thanks
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This one is the best so far.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916098
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I too was just looking for an ad block program. Within TB i couldnt restore my old ad block program and I couldnt seem to find it through the play store. Thanks for this post
coolprateek.kumar said:
This one is the best so far.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1916098
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I was going to suggest this one as well. It's the one I've been using and it works great.
Combine it with Droid Wall, it's a perfect combination to block ad and unwanted access to the net.
bsems1000 said:
I too was just looking for an ad block program. Within TB i couldnt restore my old ad block program and I couldnt seem to find it through the play store. Thanks for this post
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Google has banned all ad blocking apps from its store a while back. You can still find them somewhere in the web if you google their names though.
Is there an app to block ads on non root devices?
Thanks!
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Yeah adblock plus but it is no more available on play store so you have to download from its official site
Adblockplus.org
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I always use
http://adfree.bigtincan.com/
basti2909 said:
I always use
http://adfree.bigtincan.com/
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Adfree needs root. I used to use it with my old phone
Look like Ad-Block is working for now. Thanks
Is there any AdBlock that includes settings for specific apps? I have an app that just won't work when the adblocker is running.
Try minminguard, it's the first xposed module I install
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