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[Q] Can someone mod a rom for me? please :)

can anyone mod a ACS rom for me so it can say "Stevie" in the lock screen and notification bar? instead of acs
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=976194

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there's a couple problems with this. What theme are you using. If your using a theme your gonna have to contact that dev and ask him. If your just using the rom I'm the man to talk to.
if I do this for you then others are going to want it done then it will be time consuming. And I won't be able to work in my other projects. However I wrote a how-to on changing the sprint branding. You can always follow those instructions.
If I have some free time I may try to fit this in.
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you need to give the thread some time so people can see it. If no response in 24 hours then bump it. Not in the same time or in a matter of minutes. We don't live on the internet
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sorry bout that... yes im just running the rom itself no theme or anything

steviee7 said:
sorry bout that... yes im just running the rom itself no theme or anything
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I either suggest trying it your self or wait to see if I have time to do it
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i tried it the other day but i messed up and i think i would rather wait for whenever you have time to mod it im in no rush i just thought it would be cool

just keep trying until you get it to work, you will feel awesome and you may learn a thing or two about android. there are a pretty limited number of ways to mess up such a small change so just do a little reading and you'll figure it out.

amirite said:
just keep trying until you get it to work, you will feel awesome and you may learn a thing or two about android. there are a pretty limited number of ways to mess up such a small change so just do a little reading and you'll figure it out.
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+1 to this. I recently started using a theme that I wanted tweaked in one little way. I posted something in the thread and got no response and so started screwing around with it myself. It took a while (and multiple screw ups) but I eventually got it to do what I wanted. However, I learned a ton in the process that made me come up with new and improved ways I might screw up... I mean improve... my phone.
By the way, I think the key to doing this with confidence is doing a full "nandroid" backup (i.e. a backup in clockwork). As long as you do this before messing with anything on the phone, you can pretty much always restore the backup and be right where you were. I got myself stuck a couple times and this saved me.

dr_gibberish said:
+1 to this. I recently started using a theme that I wanted tweaked in one little way. I posted something in the thread and got no response and so started screwing around with it myself. It took a while (and multiple screw ups) but I eventually got it to do what I wanted. However, I learned a ton in the process that made me come up with new and improved ways I might screw up... I mean improve... my phone.
By the way, I think the key to doing this with confidence is doing a full "nandroid" backup (i.e. a backup in clockwork). As long as you do this before messing with anything on the phone, you can pretty much always restore the backup and be right where you were. I got myself stuck a couple times and this saved me.
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When I'm working on mods I zip up the files I edited so I can flash and test the mod. I also create a 2nd zip with the same files but un modified. So if the modified zip breaks things I flash the un modified zip
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MysteryEmotionz said:
However I wrote a how-to on changing the sprint branding. You can always follow those instructions.
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Where is this located?

BWFBezerk said:
Where is this located?
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Strings.xml after you decompile framework-res.apk zz_roaming text you'll see it probably says acs already. Pull the framework res.apk decompile in apk manager, then navigate to projects/framework-res.apk/res/values/strings.xml. Scroll down towards the bottom and search for zz_roaming_. Note in apk manager when you recompile and it asks is this a system app choose y. Then it asks to preserve signature as well as files choose yes thenin apk manager you'll now have a keep folder. Delete the file named resources.arsc and then goto place here for modding folder. You'll see unsigned-framework-res.apk in there rename that to framework-res.
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dreamsforgotten said:
Strings.xml after you decompile framework-res.apk zz_roaming text you'll see it probably says acs already. Pull the framework res.apk decompile in apk manager, then navigate to projects/framework-res.apk/res/values/strings.xml. Scroll down towards the bottom and search for zz_roaming_. Note in apk manager when you recompile and it asks is this a system app choose y. Then it asks to preserve signature as well as files choose yes thenin apk manager you'll now have a keep folder. Delete the file named resources.arsc and then goto place here for modding folder. You'll see unsigned-framework-res.apk in there rename that to framework-res.
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should have just linked him to my thread. Give me a minute and I'll dig it up
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=872222
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MysteryEmotionz said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=872222
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You right forgot all about it!
Lmao miss read that question thought he asked where the name was located seems he wanted the thread
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well i tried to do it myself again... using your guide and when i try to install the new rom it says installation aborted!

Just push the framework-res.apk file... installation aborted is a problem with your updater-script
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chris41g said:
Just push the framework-res.apk file... installation aborted is a problem with your updater-script
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Either push it using adb or root explorer. Or use update script from another theme but leaving the file structure the same
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chris41g said:
Just push the framework-res.apk file... installation aborted is a problem with your updater-script
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yeah... i dont know how to do that...

steviee7 said:
yeah... i dont know how to do that...
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Turn usb debugging on in settings applications development. Hook your usb cable open a command prompt and in the terminal cd to the directory with the modded framework and type adb push framework-res.apk system/framework/ and then hit enter. This requires you have the android sdk installed and the tools in your path if u you have trouble with that then get a theme that works on your rom open the theme with a zip program and delete everything inside the system folder except the folder framework. Next open the framework folder and delete both framework-res.apk and twframework.apk. Next drag and drop your framework-res.apk into that framework folder close the zip and flash
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Cleaning up bloatware.....

I just finished rooting and installed root explorer and was wondering if there is any unneeded extras I can remove?
Thanks
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I wouldn´t remove apps just rename then. Cause Acer looks for the apps when you want to update. Then you get massive problems - just have a look to a lot of topics here...

use search please

I would listen to corn3d79, don't erase the apps. Read around the forums

Glebaka said:
use search please
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I'm not on a computer so searching the forum is not that great from xda app.....
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I found another thread though and just renamed the. APk s I wanted gone so I can restore if I need to update or do a reset
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youre almost better off using PM (android package manager) in a terminal or adb shell to disable or freeze the apps you dont want. you can also do this in apps like titanium backup.
this way, you're not renaming files and later forgetting to name them back to the original files, and it'll keep your 'frozen' settings after updates.

Glebaka said:
use search please
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Ignore ppl like this.
I agree to just rename them.

Digiguest said:
Ignore ppl like this.
I agree to just rename them.
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Thanks thats what I did, why have another app like titanium running to freeze when you can just rename it takes 2 seconds in root explorer
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garbagecanman said:
Thanks thats what I did, why have another app like titanium running to freeze when you can just rename it takes 2 seconds in root explorer
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There's advantages to freezing/disabling apps using Titanium Backup or Package Manager (built into Android system). The first one is that its built-in function and you do not have to alter filenames and have to remember to rename them back later. Secondly, I don't think it affects what apps show up in the market place. Some apps require special permissions from certain things like PHONE or CAMERA, etc. If you disable it, I believe it won't affect the marketplace, however if you rename the file, the system doesnt think its there period and will think your tablet is incompatible with the apps.
note: this really only applies to people who are renaming phone.apk, etc.

[Q] Miunia ROM Patches

Does anyone have the clock and email patches for the Miunia ROM? Also one to fix the WiFi Tether? The dev posted links but they are all broken.
I'm not sure what I can do as far as making threads/posts because every time I try to contact someone or make a post in the right thread, this new member rule doesn't let me because I don't have 10 "helpful" posts.
If anyone can help, it'd be much appreciated.

You can always download ec07 clean or stock from database in Dev section. Unzip and pull apks. Then put on sdcard and install
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ciscogee said:
You can always download ec07 clean or stock from database in Dev section. Unzip and pull apks. Then put on sdcard and install
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So I can unzip the stock EC07 file and pull out apks? Sounds relatively straightforward, but you can install them if they're just on the sdcard? Seems deceptively easy...

DJMaj07 said:
So I can unzip the stock EC07 file and pull out apks? Sounds relatively straightforward, but you can install them if they're just on the sdcard? Seems deceptively easy...
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Simply put them on sdcard, then move to /system/app with a root browser, and reboot
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Txwolf1980 said:
Simply put them on sdcard, then move to /system/app with a root browser, and reboot
Dished out by my dumb digits
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What is a root browser? Do I use my computer?
EDIT: Never mind. I looked it up. Thanks for the help! I'll post if I have any problems installing.

Pay for Root Explorer. It's cheap and invaluable.

ciscogee said:
You can always download ec07 clean or stock from database in Dev section. Unzip and pull apks. Then put on sdcard and install
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So I downloaded one of the stock EC07 ROMs and unzipped it. I found the Clock apk and installed it just fine.
But the Email.apk I found was only the Corporate Email app.
What is the regular Email app called? That's the one I need.

DJMaj07 said:
So I downloaded one of the stock EC07 ROMs and unzipped it. I found the Clock apk and installed it just fine.
But the Email.apk I found was only the Corporate Email app.
What is the regular Email app called? That's the one I need.
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It's a part of z7.apk.

Alright so I installed the apks last night. Email is up and running just fine.
FYI for anyone reading this in the future: in order to get the Email app to show up, you have to install both z7.apk and z7-rel-UI.apk
Works like a charm!

Also, a big thank you to you guys and everyone else in this community. You have breathed life into my phone. Thank you so much to all of the devs as well! I have high hopes and I am glad to have joined XDA! I don't know how much I can contribute, but I will offer whatever I can!
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SEC Email FC's after removing bloat

Can anyone please upload My Magazine 1.0.0" & "My Magazine - Here and now 1.1.0" apk files? with the help of some others here I have narrowed my problems with the stock email app force closing upon clearing a notification or attempting to open the app, down to being caused by my having removed these apps thinking they were just bloat. However, it seems they are being called by the email app and are the source of my problem. Thanks to whomever comes to the rescue!

looking at mine i see Magazines.apk, MagazinesHome.apk but not what you listed.
i was looking in system/app

I think that's them, since I deleted them I don't have anything to reference so I could have the name off a bit. If you don't mind please upload?
Thanks
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here are the 2 apks from system/app
hope that helps

fletch33 said:
here are the 2 apks from system/app
hope that helps
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Mind uploading the odex file also?
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760hacker said:
Mind uploading the odex file also?
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there was only was only 1 odex here it it is
hope it helps. let me know

760hacker said:
Mind uploading the odex file also?
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sorry odex file had to be zipped to upload here so just unzip it first.

fletch33 said:
there was only was only 1 odex here it it is
hope it helps. let me know
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Thanks but I don't see the file?
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760hacker said:
Thanks but I don't see the file?
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see my next post

fletch33 said:
see my next post
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Much appreciated!
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760hacker said:
Much appreciated!
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do it worked?

fletch33 said:
do it worked?
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So far so good!
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I need help, too!
760hacker said:
Can anyone please upload My Magazine 1.0.0" & "My Magazine - Here and now 1.1.0" apk files? with the help of some others here I have narrowed my problems with the stock email app force closing upon clearing a notification or attempting to open the app, down to being caused by my having removed these apps thinking they were just bloat. However, it seems they are being called by the email app and are the source of my problem. Thanks to whomever comes to the rescue!
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lol, I just did the same thing. I accidently removed mymagazine stuff and getting stock email app FC. So, I had to remove both email and exchange app, too. However, I know what was the problem now, can you upload secemail.apk and exchange.apk (I can't remember the name exactly) from Note 3 for me?
I will really appreciate.

RedMaru said:
lol, I just did the same thing. I accidently removed mymagazine stuff and getting stock email app FC. So, I had to remove both email and exchange app, too. However, I know what was the problem now, can you upload secemail.apk and exchange.apk (I can't remember the name exactly) from Note 3 for me?
I will really appreciate.
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https://db.tt/LWdM5eJf
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So far, it is working like a charm. Thank you so much for you guys help!!

Follow up
Hi Folks:
Grateful return to Android OS....I like to tinker and had a tablet I learn some skills on. Got rid of APPLE GARBAGE never again.
Re-learning Android skills.
So, I like some others removed MyMagazine and that POS Flipboard among **many** items...
All is very well on my sleek and clean Note 3...love it!
BUT I have the same email notification crash as everyone here
2 questions:
1) How do I load these files again? I forgot!! (embarassing!!). Odin?
2) If I load the 2 securemail and 2 exchange files, do I have to re-load the MYMagazine file again as well? I would really prefer NOT TO if I don't have to. I really detest and resent manufacturers putting their junk onto phones in the first place...
Hell, I remove most Google Garbage as well...and Verizon's stuff too.
Never had a problem until now.
Thanks for your time and assistance!

2 questions:
1) How do I load these files again? I forgot!! (embarassing!!). Odin?
2) If I load the 2 securemail and 2 exchange files, do I have to re-load the MYMagazine file again as well? I would really prefer NOT TO if I don't have to. I really detest and resent manufacturers putting their junk onto phones in the first place...
Hell, I remove most Google Garbage as well...and Verizon's stuff too.
Never had a problem until now.
Thanks for your time and assistance!
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edit: this would be the best? :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=551240
Firstly, sorry for not being able to link yet. Which is why copy paste:
"Installing apps on Android is relatively straightforward with the Android Market. You search for an app, select it and click install. However, there are often times when you may want to install a newly released app or an app that is not available in the Android Market. In these cases you will usually have to manually download and install an .apk file. An .apk file behaves in a similar manner to a “.exe” file on Windows, you need to copy it to your device and run it. Here are some ways that you can manually install an application without going through the market."
(-source: maketecheasier.com/install-applications-without-the-market/)
"WHAT IS AN ODEX FILE?
In Android file system, applications come in packages with the extension .apk. These application packages, or APKs contain certain .odex files whose supposed function is to save space. These ‘odex’ files are actually collections of parts of an application that are optimized before booting. Doing so speeds up the boot process, as it preloads part of an application. On the other hand, it also makes hacking those applications difficult because a part of the coding has already been extracted to another location before execution."
(-source: addictivetips.com/mobile/what-is-odex-and-deodex-in-android-complete-guide/)

Native Hotspot Assistance

Once a deodexed rom is released it will be easier to test the hotspot mod out. Because not having the phone would require someone else that can Odex the files and test. This would be a pain because you would have to do that for each test. For now I am curious about something though. Is there anyone out there with the S5 that is paying for the hotspot? If so can you configure it and connect to it at least once, if you haven't already, and send me your services.jar and services.odex? You will probably need to be rooted in order to get to the files. Don't worry there won't be any sensitive information in the files.

I tried the mod you posted, same as was done on Note 2. Not sure if it worked or not as the build had some data issues, so couldnt comnect to test. It compiled and booted fine with the line deletion at least. Was easy enough to find
Gettin frustrated with getting the deodexed working to move on. Have some issues ive never seen before. Just Play store, Hangouts and Google Calendar sync FC's. Think its a GmsCore issue
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Tried to open an official hotspot thread to work on native tetheing collectively as well as a guide to different ways to tether, its only a few posts below this one.

crawrj said:
Once a deodexed rom is released it will be easier to test the hotspot mod out. Because not having the phone would require someone else that can Odex the files and test. This would be a pain because you would have to do that for each test. For now I am curious about something though. Is there anyone out there with the S5 that is paying for the hotspot? If so can you configure it and connect to it at least once, if you haven't already, and send me your services.jar and services.odex? You will probably need to be rooted in order to get to the files. Don't worry there won't be any sensitive information in the files.
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Crawj,
I used the same wifi tether app that works on Note 2 4.3 and did it without any special tricks.

garwynn said:
Crawj,
I used the same wifi tether app that works on Note 2 4.3 and did it without any special tricks.
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Thanks for that! But you know how I am It is just my nature to use the native app. So if it can work that is best IMO. That way when I finally do get the 5 it is already waiting for me :victory:
OH and I don't believe I have talked to you since you became a moderator so congratulations on that. Well deserved!

charlie-n said:
Tried to open an official hotspot thread to work on native tetheing collectively as well as a guide to different ways to tether, its only a few posts below this one.
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Yeah I saw that. Thanks for sharing. I wanted this one to be specifically for getting the services files from someone that is paying for the service. So that is why I created a separate thread.

sleshepic said:
I tried the mod you posted, same as was done on Note 2. Not sure if it worked or not as the build had some data issues, so couldnt comnect to test. It compiled and booted fine with the line deletion at least. Was easy enough to find
Gettin frustrated with getting the deodexed working to move on. Have some issues ive never seen before. Just Play store, Hangouts and Google Calendar sync FC's. Think its a GmsCore issue
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Thank you. Could you Odex your hotspot mod and try it with either your rom or stock to see if it works? If it works on Odex then you know it will work on deodexed once it is ready.

To get the native hotspot working, you need to:
update carriers set type="default,mms,dun" where apn="n.ispsn";
in the following file:
/data/data/com.android.providers.telephony/databases/telephony.db
This is what worked for me on Sprint North America. Just got it working today, was trying all the known tricks including rebuilding framework-res.apk with no luck. Be advised however I first used a sqlite app from the market and it added a space between mms and dun which did not work. I installed the sqlite3 binary and did that SQL command from adb shell. Can do more of a walk through if needed, let me know.

Edit: miked63017 beat me to it. Here's his flashable zip: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52089811&postcount=9

Scolias said:
Flashable hotspot mod here.
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Isn't this the same thing that Mike provided? If so you should give him the credit. And his flashable zip is probably safer and cleaner than replacing the database file.
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crawrj said:
Isn't this the same thing that Mike provided? If so you should give him the credit. And his flashable zip is probably safer and cleaner than replacing the database file.
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His zip is admittedly different than the zip I made, mine runs a sqlite command in place, while his copies a premade db into place. Either way, lets get some feedback on how this thing is working...

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His zip is admittedly different than the zip I made, mine runs a sqlite command in place, while his copies a premade db into place. Either way, lets get some feedback on how this thing is working...
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Yeah but it is using the mod that you discovered. So you should be credited. And my other point is that your zip only adds the portion of the mod that is required. His replaces the entire db file which could cause issues.
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crawrj said:
Yeah but it is using the mod that you discovered. So you should be credited. And my other point is that your zip only adds the portion of the mod that is required. His replaces the entire db file which could cause issues.
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I completely agree, I harbor no grudges though, thanks for standing up for me in my absence ( Its the sign of a truly awesome moderator and/or community :good: )

crawrj said:
Isn't this the same thing that Mike provided? If so you should give him the credit. And his flashable zip is probably safer and cleaner than replacing the database file.
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Didn't see his zip. Anyway, reported my thread for removal. Sorry about that.

Scolias said:
Didn't see his zip. Anyway, reported my thread for removal. Sorry about that.
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It's not a big problem. I knew your zip was different. My only point is that Mike published the method of unlocking the hotspot first. So he should have been credited for finding the fix. That's it. You could have kept your zip alive if you wanted to. Although I still believe his install is safer.
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crawrj said:
It's not a big problem. I knew your zip was different. My only point is that Mike published the method of unlocking the hotspot first. So he should have been credited for finding the fix. That's it. You could have kept your zip alive if you wanted to. Although I still believe his install is safer.
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Mind telling me why? Still learning. TIA

Scolias said:
Mind telling me why? Still learning. TIA
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Because his zip only does a sql update for the specific change that is required. You're zip replaces the entire db file. Nothing may ever come of that. But if a user had a db file which had different contents than the one you provide they would lose those changes. There is also a very slight possibility that permissions on that file could get corrupted when replacing it. Highly unlikely though. I'd be more concerned about the first possibility.
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crawrj said:
Because his zip only does a sql update for the specific change that is required. You're zip replaces the entire db file. Nothing may ever come of that. But if a user had a db file which had different contents than the one you provide they would lose those changes. There is also a very slight possibility that permissions on that file could get corrupted when replacing it. Highly unlikely though. I'd be more concerned about the first possibility.
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Ah, that makes sense now. Thanks.

lil update crawrj, the method we used the Note 2 doesnt fly on here. just tested on new Deodexed build. says I'm not subscribed...
and what do you know. I'm not

Would be a good idea to decompile sectelephonyprovider and see if those values in the database file can't be forced as default for all additions that have that apn field