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I just flashed the 1.6 ROM from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=565929
And have listed the first part of this post in that thread, but I was interested in getting some answers to the second part of this post (I thought it might be relevant to re-post the first part here, just for reference).
My issues with this ROM (I have a rooted MT3G):
- Can't seem to get Touch Input (HTC_IME) working, and just waiting on someone to post a link to a working apk & files (with instructions). The versions I have will install, but causes a force close. TouchPal (an old favorite from my Windows Mobild days) installs and works fine, but isn't that much better than the stock keyboard (although for the 20-key qwerty keyboard, it's better than the stock in that way).
- I get a force close when I go to edit a contact
- I get a force close when trying to use the PhoneBook app (as a contacts alternative)
- Not sure if this is related to this ROM, but I get a force close with Snap Photo Pro when trying to take a photo. It wasn't really usable on Hero ROM's so I hadn't played with it much, so not sure about this one. The non-pro version is fine (and really is sufficient for my needs).
- Installed apps do not show up in AppManager (even if installed with AppManager). They also don't show up in aTrackDog. But they do appear in GPhoneManager and Advanced Task Manager.
- Get the "Problems loading widget" for the calendar widget, but I never use that so no worries for me. Power Control does not seem to give me any issues.
Also, for those that are having trouble using Wireless Tether For Root Users, I got aNetShare working fine - well, at least it runs, doesn't give any errors, but I can't seem to get internet access with my PC yet. I don't recall what ROM I had pulled it from now.
Overall, I think this is a nice and speedy ROM and would use it, but still prefer some of the "core" things found in Hero ROM's, which include:
- The photo/gallery browser. I'm not sure how to block directories of images in the ROM like I do with the ".nomedia" fix used with the Hero photo viewer). Interestingly, the ".nomedia" fix seems to work fine with the Music Player. If there's a good photo viewer in the market (or a "simple" way to block directories), I'd appreciate someone pointing it out.
- I like the contacts program in Hero ROM's, specifically the ability to sync with Facebook.
- Would be nice to take pictures in portrait mode, but not a major thing (I mean, I can take them, but then they'll get rotated wrong when viewing photos).
- The look and feel of the Hero Calendar is nicer, and I haven't really checked any of the available calendars from the market, so not sure if there's a decent alternative to the stock one.
- Multi touch. Not something I use often due to general lag, but would be nice to use on a zippy stock ROM. I mean device-wide, not just for the browser (like for images).
Everything else that is "nicer" in a Hero ROM, I can find alternatives for (like using Handcent for SMS, or Lock 2.0 for a "slide to unlock" thing, etc). I don't need Rosie (and can always get a home alternative if I wanted more than 3 screens) or TouchFlo - unless, of course, that's what the above apps are tied to.
And finally, what might be nice is a list of core apps that can be removed without affecting the system.
I know a lot of people have been waiting for it, so it's finally here: the official Skype on Android.
Here:
http://www.skype.com/intl/en/get-skype/on-your-mobile/download/skype-for-android/
or in the market.
One problem: there is no option to move to SD and it is a massive file size (13 megs!).
still no joy here in Japan...
Thanks.
I'm able to install it to SD (setInstalLocation mod) and the internal memory footprint is reduced to 2.12 MB.
I haven't tried it yet, but I've noticed one thing: the app doesn't have an "exit" button. It runs in the background. I wonder how the battery feels about that
EDIT: you can "log off" and the skype notification disappears, but I don't think this closes the skype service
It does have an exit button, but it's hidden:
You need to select the "My info" tab, then press 'menu'. There's then an option to sign on.
I moved it to SD using Titanium Backup.
Not available in the market here in Iceland either
OP, can ypu please post the apk here please.
Some people still can't find it in the market yet.
Also....Finally!!!
Mine installed to SD with no issues. not fully tested yet but looks good so far.
Does anyone know what type of notification system it uses?
push or pull?
interface looks really good but worried that having this logged in all day will result in fast battery drain if its not push notification.
The other side cannot hear me - no idea why
Here is the .apk if you want to try it...
http://rapidshare.com/files/423256104/Skype.apk
(sorry for the Rapidshre link, but at 8.5meg the file is too big to attach here).
I have another mirror with download link for the .apk here.
Here's the APK. Extract the file from the ZIP file, it's not a flashable ZIP
Working like a charm (from Japan) ! Many thanks !
this app is a big battery drainer
the most epic fail app ever ever manages to outfail the batterykiller facebook app
a) F****** HUGE!
b) login doesn't work (stock desire 2.2)
c) process just doesn't die (assuming will eat up a S*** load of battery)
why bother...
btw beta app takes up many times less space and works just fine
WAY TO FAIL UPWARDS SKYPE!!
says "can't sign in at this time"
not sure what kind of stupid error this can possibly be
signed in fine first time, i switched sim cards and switched back, and
now i have this problem
anyone have a clue ?
Just installed it! thanks for the heads up
also, living in europe means: no wifi needed!!
Yeah, I can't sign in. Doesn't even seem to try - it gives me the "Can't sign in" message immediately after i click sign in. Oh well, I'll just keep using the beta app. That one works still.
move to SD card not available
What is the: setInstalLocation mod you are refferring to? Is that only for rooted phones?
If not, how do you set it?
Ronok said:
Thanks.
I'm able to install it to SD (setInstalLocation mod) and the internal memory footprint is reduced to 2.12 MB.
I haven't tried it yet, but I've noticed one thing: the app doesn't have an "exit" button. It runs in the background. I wonder how the battery feels about that
EDIT: you can "log off" and the skype notification disappears, but I don't think this closes the skype service
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Official Skype not working with bluetooth
I have just tested the new official Skype.
As the header said: It doesn't work with bluetooth headset. Skype (beta) does!
Also, when showing all contacts it doesn't sort online contacts first. Again, Skype (beta) does.
I can't move it to SD card. So, it eats up a lot of space. 4mb for data + 12 for app. That's a lot!!!
I've had this issue ever since I got my N4 phone in mid December.
YouTube seems to work fine on WiFi.
However, if I'm on 3G it plays ok but then locks up after about 5 mins or so when watching a longer video.
It also locks up if I try to start a video from a particular time, the video just doesnt start playing & the pause icon appears on the screen. The back key doesnt respond & I get the message that YouTube isnt responding do I want to close it. If I say yes then my phone starts working ok again & Youtube menus & searches are ok but the videos wont play until I reboot the phone - I just get the 'waiting' circle thing.
I surely cant be the only one that has this problem!
Try various Kernals & ROMs and all have this issue. Also tried uninstalling YouTube & reinstalling it & this doesnt help!
Anyone know why this happens?
Thanks.
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Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
When not on wifi is the youtube app trying to play in HD or SD mode? If it's continually trying to play HD even on full bars, I usually just switch to SD mode and plays fine afterwards.
The lock up occurs on SD & HD.
Just tried it on SD for a 30 minute video. Started Video (no problem) & immediatly tapped the video to about 10 minutes in (time is irrelevant) & YouTube froze emmidately without playing any more footage: the play symbol pops up, then the pause symbol, then the play symbol again - then it locks up.
Once this occur I need to restart the phone to get YouTube to work again. Even force closing the app, clearing the cache & uninstalling/reinstalling doesnt make it work again. Only a reboot.
This happens EVERY SINGLE TIME on 3G. Kinda makes it useless when trying to watch a long Video or if I need to skip to a certain point in the Video
What the hell is causing this!!
AW: YouTube still freezes & locks up on 3G
This problem occours on my phone too, on wifi mostly. It blocks the whole phone for a few seconds.
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This problem occours on my phone too, on wifi mostly. It blocks the whole phone for a few seconds.
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I had this problem before, the way to fix it is go clear the cache for the youtube app, then the videos will not buffer as often anymore. you can also download a cache cleaner, which will make it easier for you to clear cache instead of going in the app menu everytime.
FIXED - Youtube Freezing
I have been having YouTube Freezing issues (like thousands of others) for a while now. The Temporary Fix would include going to Settings>Application>Manage Application, then Clear Data, Clear Cache and Force Close. This proved very frustrating for both me and my HTC Jetstream Tablet (running on Android Honeycomb v3.1). I could only assume that there were compatibility issues with the pre-installed Stock YouTube app and the subsequent Updates
Now on to the Solution
Requirements
a) Root Access to your Tab
b) A File Manager that provides System Access (I used File Manager HD for Tablet)
I
Here goes -
1) Open File Manager and go to System/app, then open File Manager Setting and Enable Root Access
2) Tap and hold the YouTube.apk for a few seconds, then select Delete from the dropdown menu.
3) Search the Internet for a trusted YouTube.apk file (I used one fron xda.developers - 4.4.11 v5b) and download/save the file to sd/Download
4) Cut the file from where you saved it and move/paste it to System/app. You can cut/paste by using the dropdown menu or the Taskbar
5) Now go back to the File Manager and Disable the Root Access.
6) Restart the Tablet to allow for the configuration.
7) After Tab reboots, go to File Manager > System > app, then tap the installed YouTube.apk icon and Install same
CONGRATULATIONS, now you can watch YouTube in all its HD and HQ glory to your hearts' content, without Freezing Issues
With YouTube loading from the System Registry, it loads faster with improved stability
Hi lets help each other here about finow x5air
my problem are
1)i live in India and my watch says no network each time i call it just dont register ,have tried airtel idea etc ant suggestions
2)my weather dont show me anything y ?
any help is appreciated:fingers-crossed:
I got my x5air a week ago and had problems with watch helper software it's keep disconnecting from my galaxy s8plus.
I installed different app and so far it's working
App name is watch droid assistant
how many storage will it remain?
FumiJ said:
how many storage will it remain?
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16 Gb is on board and app is take around 2-3 Mb
Also I disable Most google apps and some other stuff which I am not using for now
New problems with Finow X Air
I also just recently got my Finow X air. I love it so far, the problem are just...
apparently the X Air it's the only model in the Finow X 5 linee which doesn't turn screen on automatically when you look at your watch.
I fixed this problem by installing th app "gravity screen" and set it so, that if you turn your watch in special angle away from you, it turns off and if you turn watch to you, the screen automatically turns on, so you have both hands free and can see the time (which is core aspect of any watch!)
the problem now is that, x air seems to automatically turn off gravity screen and any other apps opened before in background after 1 minute and resets every setting (I also hate that stock android keyboard, you can hardly write with it on small watch)
So in summary my problems are:
1. We should have an auto turn off and turn on screen by looking at the watch feature
2. Let us change freely keyboards!
3. Both settings should remain, and not just stay for 1 minute.
Do any of you know a fix or solution for this or experience same problems? Thank you for your answer in advance.
I install this launcher http://roundandroidwatches.proboards.com/thread/758/universal-launcher-new-generation-2
And also use Debloater to freeze some apps
Keyboard is ok but aldo you can install Google handwriting keyboard which will aloud you to write 1 letter at the time but it's working fine for me
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Also I use some of this faces
http://www.watchfaceup.com/android.php
Regarding the auto turn screen on off problem I found
The app "shake screen on off " from play store works even better than "gravity screen".
You shake your wrist and your watch goes on.
Shake wrist again or just wait a Iittle and it turns off.
Problem is that system still automatically closes every app including "shake screen on off" in background in standby mode..
So I tested it with a stop watch and *after exactly 3 minutes in standby mode the watch closes every open app.*
Can someone confirm this or knows how to fix the autoclose problem?
Raaik said:
Regarding the auto turn screen on off problem I found
The app "shake screen on off " from play store works even better than "gravity screen".
You shake your wrist and your watch goes on.
Shake wrist again or just wait a Iittle and it turns off.
Problem is that system still automatically closes every app including "shake screen on off" in background in standby mode..
So I tested it with a stop watch and *after exactly 3 minutes in standby mode the watch closes every open app.*
Can someone confirm this or knows how to fix the autoclose problem?
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Check Power saving it should be like on my first picture for wrist shake work properly
and also go to more settings, about phone, developer options and on very bottom part check what you have , like on my second picture
Zenia said:
Check Power saving it should be like on my first picture for wrist shake work properly
and also go to more settings, about phone, developer options and on very bottom part check what you have , like on my second picture
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HEUREKA! NO PROBLEMS ANYMORE! I LUVE YOU, THANKS YOU SOOO MUCH!!
PS. i'm not a robot
Hơ can I type STATIC IP in Wifi setup networking cause it have no Advance Setting?
Harbir said:
Hi lets help each other here about finow x5air
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I can not input STATIC IP because it have no Advance Setting after Show Password as same as Config Network Setting in Adroid Phone. Pls help me cause my wifi netwoking cannot using DHCP but STATIC IP. Thanks!
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Harbir said:
my problem are
1)i live in India and my watch says no network each time i call it just dont register ,have tried airtel idea etc ant suggestions
2)my weather dont show me anything y ?
any help is appreciated:fingers-crossed:
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I cannot input STATIC IP because it have no Advance Setting after Show Password as same as Config Network Setting in Android Phone. Pls help me cause my wifi netwoking cannot using DHCP but STATIC IP. Thanks!
It seems the watch will close Apps once the screen is turned off. Then there are no notifications at all until you re-open the app. For example, Gmail will not inform me the arrival of new emails, even if it is set up as a push email. Only when I re-launched Gmail, then suddenly a bunch of emails come in. I am not able to use the trick mentioned above to enable push notifications. Are there any other options? Thanks.
Gmail were? watches or phone
I use my watches like a assistant to phone and it's push all notification to watch from phone.
I disabled Watch Assistant and install Watch Droid Assistant it's working great for me
I need to clarify that I am using the watch as a standalone device. It has a SIM and not connected to a phone. I would like to get notifications of emails. But it does not work that way. On an Android phone, I would imagine there is a battery optimization setting that I can uncheck to keep the app alive. I am not sure whether there is something like that on the watch.
Heart rate
Can Strava or similar apps use the built-in hear rate sensor?
Hi people,
Whenever I tried to add new faces by clicking on " + " or when i try to load the Finow Appstore, after some time loading, i get a black screen. Yesterday it worked though. As if it couldn't reach Finow server.
I tried resetting, but it didn't change anything.
Does anyone have any idea?
Thanks!
Hi, I also faced same problem and have fixed it without installing any third party application. Try this .. press center button -> gesture up from bottom -> genture right to left -> genture right to left -> here select the center icon it looks likes torch light.. that’s it .
Thanks for your help, I already tried it, it didn't work.
But today everything works fine, so i guess there wasn't an error on my side, but either on the server's side.
Hi Folks,
I've got the phone for 3 days now and I'm fiddling around with it to see what it can do and what not. I had an Omate derivate with rectangular screen (512MB/4GB, replaceable battery 600mAh) which I found much better to use and which had an sdcard slot. I'm pretty much p...d off that it is impossible to find anything like it with more memory. I found one phone with 320x200 screen in landscape, but only with Android 4.4 and no card slot and not enough memory. So finally, I bought the X5 Air which is not ideal for me, because of too small a battery and the round screen that makes a lot of problems. 2 GB Ram is good, but 16 GB Flash without the possibility to expand is rather mediocre for my purposes aside of the weak battery .
But here I am, and willing to give it a try.
Here is what I did so far:
Rooted with Kingroot
Works, but installs bloatware.
Tested a few launchers:
From the ones I tested I like Evie the most. It works nicely and works quite well with the round screen.
Installed Linux Deploy
Works perfectly. I just copied my installation file from the old phone and can now access the desktop via VNC from any device in the network. Only drawback is that swapoff doesn't seem to work, and obviously it is not a good idea to have a swap space on the internal flash memory of the phone. Defects are prone to happen. With 2 GB, swapping is not necessary, that's why I wanted more memory. More work needed here.
Installed Crono Surf
Looks good, but if I could combine an alternative launcher like Evie with the generic watch face engine, that would be nicer.
Installed Ki4a
Works perfectly, but to access settings, the screen has to be set to the smaller size (rectangular) and it is better to open it in parallel on a normal phone because you cannot read all descriptions.
Installed HERE We Go
Seems to work, but due to the limited flash memory, you cannot download all the maps you would like to have for offline navigation.
Installed Titanium Backup
Works, but some buttons seem impossible to access.
Removed Kingroot
Kingroot installs too much bloatware for my liking. And it cannot be uninstalled via the normal app management (system app). Maybe there is an uninstall routine via the settings in Kingroot, but it cannot be accessed on that stupid round screen. So I used Titanium Backup to uninstall it. Restart after that and Kingroot and Root seem to have gone without trace. Additionally, I reset the device. Until there is a proper way for rooting the X5 Air, I will stay with Kingroot, but it is good to know that I can revert it.
Basically, I can more or less do with the phone what I intended, but one important thing is missing, standard bluetooth tethering. The menus for setting up a hotspot are completely missing. Anybody knows a way or a tool for that?
When I have time I want to try out xposed framework, maybe that can solve the missing options problems, but so far, I really find it annoying to have hardware that is limited by the software. What is this, Apple? Even my 4 yrs old Omate derivate could be easily converted to a fully working android device with homescreen, notification bar etc. And above all it had only 2 buttons but still all the phone navigation actions were possible, incl. a working running-apps list.
Kind regards,
Felix
Do smartwatches support master bluetooth?
Do smartwatches have master bluetooth? I would like to connect speakers or heart monitor strap (I do not like light based ones) to it, and I do not know will it work as it works with a normal android phone.
Hi,
Today, I started seeing two weird things and have no idea if they are related.
- sometimes, while I am using any app like facebook, browser, or even dial, out of no where I see a black bar appearing at the top of the screen and at the bottom a hand icon appears beside the back button. I pressed this hand it showed me a message (game in progress swipe to unlock) as if I am playing a game in the game launcher.
- a pop up ad appears in the middle of the screen out of no where and I just close it.
I checked the recent app's, I got no clue, I didn't install any new app. the last one I have installed was a week ago.
I checked battery usage and didn't find anything suspicious.
any clue what is that?
Thanks,
i think its related to an app, did you install useless apps like clean master , antivirus , battery saver , speed booster etc etc? or check your downloaded stuff on a file manager, like apks or strange files, even if the app is not installed because sometimes on some websites there is suspicious stuff downloaded automatically
or try to do the big cleanup I mean delete everything you dont use anymore or dont need , maybe it can help
and check on settings/apps/3dots/special access /draw over other apps and see which apps are allowed to pop up and appear on top of other apps
robhug said:
i think its related to an app, did you install useless apps like clean master , antivirus , battery saver , speed booster etc etc? or check your downloaded stuff on a file manager, like apks or strange files, even if the app is not installed because sometimes on some websites there is suspicious stuff downloaded automatically
or try to do the big cleanup I mean delete everything you dont use anymore or dont need , maybe it can help
and check on settings/apps/3dots/special access /draw over other apps and see which apps are allowed to pop up and appear on top of other apps
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Thanks alot
I uninstalled a game called (Siberian survivor Winter 2) and the problem stopped happening.
a_k_gano said:
Thanks alot
I uninstalled a game called (Siberian survivor Winter 2) and the problem stopped happening.
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Happy to see that it helped when I install apps that don't come from Samsung, google, electronic arts etc , I mean developer I don't know , I always check on the settings/apps/ the concerned app or game, and see all of its permission to see if its normal for the app category. I mean a game that request access to camera,contact , dialer location storage.. display on top or change system preferences, you can uninstall because all of permissions are not hazardous but for a purpose and sometimes an app is just a pretext