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Google Pinyin Settings

Hi guys,
I was just checking out the Play Store today for any app updates & my Nexus 7 saw an update for the Google Pinyin settings for Chinese text input.
I didn't know it was even installed at all. Now its put an app in my app drawer, and no option to uninstall it.
Has anyone else noticed this? A bug perhaps?
I know I can uninstall the updates, but don't want to in case there was a security patch in there.
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Same thing just happened to me. No idea what it is
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Happened to me too, I went into app options, and and un installed the
Updates, and now it's gone from my app drawer at least
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Instead uninstalling the update you can freeze it it with no problems to stop it showing the available update.
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gbroon said:
Instead uninstalling the update you can freeze it it with no problems to stop it showing the available update.
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I haven't seen where I can freeze/disable it. I'm running stock, non-rooted so I haven't installed Titanium Backup.
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look on the positive side. it's motivation to start learning Chinese

Go to settings>app and click the all panel. Find Google pinyin and disable. Done.
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I have that along with a Google Korean keyboard too. Weird
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Same here.
Off topic but I'm a little disappointed that the Pinyin keyboard has the ability to long-press for numbers and yet the default keyboard does not. I'm tempted to just use the Pinyin keyboard...

No need to go all emo with the Chinese/Korean/Japanese keyboards. It just saves Google from having to release localised firmware images. Unlike many xda members I actually use the Chinese (Pinyin) and Japanese (iWnn) keyboards.

cg.voabc said:
Same here.
Off topic but I'm a little disappointed that the Pinyin keyboard has the ability to long-press for numbers and yet the default keyboard does not. I'm tempted to just use the Pinyin keyboard...
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people use the stock keyboard?!?
j/k. that is weird. is it like that on JB phone keyboards too?

Yep, I'm the only one.
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I just started learning chinese and wanted to try Google Pinyin. Unfortunately my version seems to be completely in Chinese. When I enter the settings ("Settings" → "Language & keyboard settings") the keyboard's name and all the settings for it are in Chinese characters. I'd like to change the time for drawing a character but I'm completely lost here ... Does anyone know a way to change the language somehow?
EDIT: Just found a way: My system's language was set to German. I switched to English and now all the settings of Google Pinyin are in English

Nova Prime frequently defaulting to Touchwiz

Hi Guys,
I have set my default launcher to Nova Prime. But frequently it crashes and goes to the Touchwiz launcher. Any idea how to rectify this??
I love Nova Prime & want to use it exclusively, but this is pissing me out.
Thanks in advance.
JD

Maybe its still not compatible with Jellybean . I guess you can need to contact the NOVA Developers through Mail.
Regards
The_Rock

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Maybe its still not compatible with Jellybean . I guess you can need to contact the NOVA Developers through Mail.
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The_Rock
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It is perfectly compatible with JB and Note 2. Been using it from the moment i got Note 2 and it has never defaulted so far. Sorry to ask this, was this bought in play store?? or is it a cracked version.

Bought on the Play Store when it was 0.99 cents.
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I've been using it and it has been fine for me too. Perhaps un install it and reinstall it? Perhaps it is caused be a certain theme or widget or option?
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Go to settings/apps and clear cache/data, see if that helps. I had the same thing when I restored it via titanium backup.

It happened to me too. I fixed it by marking the Nova launcher as the default one in the Nova settings.

I have been using it from quite some time now. It defaults to stock launcher when pressing home button after using MXplayer.
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One of the times it defaults is when you long press the home button and go into the task manager.
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I had the same problem. Go to nova settings and set it as default for there.
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Fokas. said:
I had the same problem. Go to nova settings and set it as default for there.
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That's the first thing I did after using Nova.
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You should really check out go launcher. Its free and better than nova prime.
Its really improved my note2 experience.
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I would suggest running their beta versions, they get updated often to address little bugs. These are still official versions, they are just minor fixes in between their Play Store releases. To update to beta versions go to
Nova Settings and scroll down to Nova, press check for updates...
Press the three dots and click Beta and Check automatically.
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Unable to install non market apps on galaxy note 2

First I downloaded the tubex app from google and it installed like a charm.But when I wanted to install another app I was unable to install that the app installer didnt allow me to click up the install button.But the cancel button ws working up.so I formatted up phone with full data wipe then all non market apps were easily installing.But now again the same problem arrived.please provide me with any solution. (On stock galaxy note 2 rom for India)
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Did you check the option to allow installing non market apps on the options/security settings?

Yup definately
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You sure you didn't install malware instead?
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did u use juice defender or some app like that which could block third party apk?

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You sure you didn't install malware instead?
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This makes the most sense to me. I think the apk is the problem, not the phone. It could also be that the apk is specifically compiled for an incompatible device.

You're not using SCREEN FILTER when trying to install non-market, are you?
Don't ask me why....
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I was using the screen filter app.To my surprise you are right.when I uninstalled the screen filter I was able to install app and it worked thanks a lot:thumbup:
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bigdaddy92 said:
I was using the screen filter app.To my surprise you are right.when I uninstalled the screen filter I was able to install app and it worked thanks a lot:thumbup:
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Haha, yeah, I had the same trouble many months ago! I was baffled! I knew I was doing everything right, but nothing would work!
Also, just so you know, you don't need to uninstall it, you just can't have it activated when you try to install apps. I guess you just can't install apps while it's dimming your screen, but I still can't understand why.
Glad that worked for you! !
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Thnx....qnd discovered one more thing.i had installed a 3 rd party cracked app and it also crashed till I had that screen filter installed but now it works like a charm
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Thanks man ...You helped me a lot , had the same problem was scared like ****

the Sony UK models have the Sony internet browser

But why don't we? ;@
Chrome is pretty smooth on this phone, but still. Jealous

Which Sony Browser are you talking about?
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I have chrome on mine?
UK Sony Z1
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We actually do have it, but its a mini browser for multiple apps. Hit the multi tasking button and the browser is it there.
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MobileBritain said:
Which Sony Browser are you talking about?
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he is mentioning the ics browser...

If you are referring to the Sony Browser Small App (which is missing from the DK firmware), you can see here for the apk. You'll need to manually move the file into your /system folder (after setting the permissions).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDF-3gn24Qw&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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You can install APK's for those browsers pretty much anywhere. No root required.

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You can install APK's for those browsers pretty much anywhere. No root required.
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I tried, you need root

For_itembine said:
But why don't we? ;@
Chrome is pretty smooth on this phone, but still. Jealous
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uk model here. no signs of sony browser. just normal android browser (why is it even included any more now that chrome is out??)
not that i really care. the benefits of using chrome (being able to open pages open on other chromes i have running, syncing bookmarks/passwords etc) far outweighs some gimmicky cobbled together browser by a phone manufacturer.

Could anyone point me to the Sony browser apk I want flash player
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sfex3best said:
Could anyone point me to the Sony browser apk I want flash player
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download 3 uk firmware..

If anybody has rooted devices, can you copy from /system/app the .apk??

I pretty happy with chrome now, this is the first time i ever had chrome run this smoothly even my s4 had problems with chrome
In fact this thing flies with anything i throw at it
Snappy 800 is awesome
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I still prefer the stock browser too, the text reflow is great and the rendering is much faster. 3 UK firmware usually has it.

I have a Generic Unlocked C6903... No Sony / Android Browser, Just chrome. . .

Boat Browser is the best browser. I love floating tab.
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[Req] extended keyboard

Running stock ROM rooted and was wondering how I could integrate the extended keyboard which I've seen featured in cataclysm ROM (awesome ROM by the way). The keyboard has the option to add a fifth row of keys used for all the numbers along the top.
Any idea how I can stay on the stock 4.4.1 ROM I'm rooted on now and add this feature? Is there something I can take from cataclysm root folder and move into bigxies ROM I'm on? ( thanks bigxie...solid work as always)
Thank you!!!
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Change either Google or aosp keyboard to custom input style to English (PC) and enable it. It's under advanced settings in either of the keyboards settings

Showme1 said:
Change either Google or aosp keyboard to custom input style to English (PC) and enable it. It's under advanced settings in either of the keyboards settings
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Thanks for the response but I'm not seeing it. Never seen it before cataclysm KitKat. At least I've seen it in Samsung note 2 TW keyboard but never on aosp keyboard.
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ryanbmw51 said:
Thanks for the response but I'm not seeing it. Never seen it before cataclysm KitKat. At least I've seen it in Samsung note 2 TW keyboard but never on aosp keyboard.
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You have yo add english (pc) As a language. It's not usable though. Keys become too small for me.
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adichandra said:
You have yo add english (pc) As a language. It's not usable though. Keys become too small for me.
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Thanks for the input. Went ahead and flashed new cataclysm update to 4.4.1. There are a few nice features in this ROM but its pretty close to stock. Here is what the keyboard looks like. Love this option. And you don't sacrifice key size.
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Your image doesnt show up
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Maybe?
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