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Handcent Image missing on DC2.08

hi guys..
I have updated to DC 2.08 and almost everything is perfect.
my problem is with Handcent. It will not show the images of my friends. I have tried uninstall Handcent.. reload.. rebooting. I have deleted ALL text messages, but new messages do not show images.
I tested with the stock sms app, and it shows the images!!!!!
Anybody have a fix for this???
Also... I heard that this new ROM will remove the annoying .. double menu - pop up- on thing. ie. when you press menu twice to wake up the phone... the menu pops up. But it is still there!!!
Love the ROM, fast and stable. these are my only issues.. so I am hopping someone can point me to the fix.
Thanks all!

I have the same issue. Sometimes it happens randomly. I don't think it has to do with the ROM in particular. It happens nearly every time I swap or upgrade ROMS or restore all my apps via Titanium after a wipe. :/
Would like to know the answer to this.

wonbattlelost said:
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do you use friendstream? and if so, do you have any issues with it at all?
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do you have Auto-Retrieve enabled in the stock mssging app?
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No, I do not use friendstream. Checked it, and there is nothing in it. It says I do not appear to be logged into any sociual networks, which is correct... I currently do not subscribe to any.
yes, I do have Auto-Retrieve enabled on the stock sms app.

Bump for help
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im not sure, I use handcent and I have no problems with it.

wtphoto said:
im not sure, I use handcent and I have no problems with it.
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yeah.. been using Handcent since i got the phone back in Dec. and have used it with all sorts of ROMs and all of DC's ROMs too. DC2.08 is the only ROM that has caused this to happen.
Maybe it is time to try a different SMS app.???

Looks like I can not find a solution to correct handcent
Downloaded compsms
It is working just fine
Now I can see contact images
Sent from my HERO200 using Tapatalk

I had a problem on DC 2.05 I think it was where handcent wouldnt work but I think it had more to do with the update that handcent sent out I would have suggested uninstalling and reinstalling

wonbattlelost said:
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make sure to always do the basic troubleshooting before reporting an issue. uninstalling and reinstalling is probably a good place to start. also consider a fresh wipe and reinstall of the ROM.
happy flashing!
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yes.. you are 100% right!!
please reread my original post. Did the reinstallation of handcent x2. did not help.
I did not reinstall the ROM. That was a last resort for me, because I have everything setup as I want it.
It is odd that both stock app and compsms works fine, and shows the contact images. So, I am leaning towards Handcent latest update was the issue. it must be conflicting with something on my phone... maybe DC 2.08.
Anyways, CompSMS is working fine. I like Handcent better, but this OK. The new big comp widget is odd to me, not sure if I like it.

I am at wits end....

Typically i don't ask for help but this time i'm going to throw it out there.
Every time i receive a SMS message my phone reads it out loud. Like "text message from 134-123-7654, _____________" no alert no nothing just reads it out loud.
I do not have "talk back", or "sound back" installed on my phone. And i've fixed permission and verified all of the settings under the SMS app and "voice input/output" in the main menu....
any other ideas.
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1) What SMS app are you using?
2) Don't tell your friends about this problem or you are certain to get 100 ill timed text messages that say things like "I love gay porn!" and "Man, it sure is roomy in these pants!"
Off hand my first guess is to completely uninstall the SMS app, make sure all the directories that save settings are deleted too, and reinstall. That's the first thing I'd do. If that doesn't work....I dunno....call a priest for an exorcism?

Skipjacks said:
1) What SMS app are you using?
2) Don't tell your friends about this problem or you are certain to get 100 ill timed text messages that say things like "I love gay porn!" and "Man, it sure is roomy in these pants!"
Off hand my first guess is to completely uninstall the SMS app, make sure all the directories that save settings are deleted too, and reinstall. That's the first thing I'd do. If that doesn't work....I dunno....call a priest for an exorcism?
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1) stock SMS app,
2) yea. i have yet to tell anyone, other than this post about it.
Yea i might try to reinstall the OS and see if that fixes my problem.

i had this same problem it got so bad when my friends found out so i factory reset every thing and it worked..

neidlinger said:
1) stock SMS app,
2) yea. i have yet to tell anyone, other than this post about it.
Yea i might try to reinstall the OS and see if that fixes my problem.
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do you have any apps installed like vlingo, genius or anything else similar?

eqjunkie829 said:
do you have any apps installed like vlingo, genius or anything else similar?
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nope. The only thing i can think of is i installed that new cluzee app, the Siri knockoff.
Edit :
I think i may of found the problem. There is a "cluzee reader" setting that is on by default. I turned it off, i'll see what happens.

Doing a fresh ROM install or even reverting back to a working save are guaranteed fixes. I figured you'd rather not have to reset everything though.
I'd bet the cluzee setting you found fixes it though.

agg! this started happening to me yesterday... i did recently install cluzee and llama, but last i looked the "reader" was set to "off" in cluzee.... and none of my "accessability" things are trned on..... i see that unsder <settings><voice input and output> under output that pico TTS is installed but "always use my settings" box is unchecked.... really annoying at work when i get a text.... thank goodness it wasnt a personal message or what not... aside from reloading everything - is there any other settign i should check. im useing the factory "messaging" app on my MTS4G...

neidlinger said:
Typically i don't ask for help but this time i'm going to throw it out there.
Every time i receive a SMS message my phone reads it out loud. Like "text message from 134-123-7654, _____________" no alert no nothing just reads it out loud.
I do not have "talk back", or "sound back" installed on my phone. And i've fixed permission and verified all of the settings under the SMS app and "voice input/output" in the main menu....
any other ideas.
CMNightly 252.
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Just gonna 10 char this cause you got stumped ;-)
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My mom's Charm does that with calls, idk why and have never looked, since she kind of likes it.
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mark manning said:
Just gonna 10 char this cause you got stumped ;-)
Sent from my T-Mobile myTouch 3G using xda premium
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IT randomly stop doing it. i have no clue, this one has be bugged out a little bit.

If all else fails... LOWER THE VOLUME!

[Q] Skype will be the death of me [SOLVED]

I have a Nexus 7. I have root. No custom ROM; the most modding I did was adding a cool font. I have Skype. I have tried both the official version and the lasted SkypeMod. I have downloaded and run CameraLauncher.
Here's the problem: When I am in a video call, I can see the other person just fine AND I can see myself in the little box in the corner. However, the other person cannot see me. They just see a little circle going round and round like it's waiting for me to transmit.
I have verified all settings and that I can soot and record video. This is driving me mental and ANY help or thoughts that could lead me in the right direction are greatly appreciated in advance.
/onlyhalfthetime

have you tried re-installing the app?

try another video chatting application (Google+ Hangouts, GTalk) and see if they give the same issue. then youll know if its the app itself or some hardware issue

killall said:
have you tried re-installing the app?
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Sorry, I forgot to mention that. I did.
IINexusII said:
try another video chatting application (Google+ Hangouts, GTalk) and see if they give the same issue. then youll know if its the app itself or some hardware issue
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This is a good troubleshooting step and I will try it later today, but like I said I can see myself in the little box in the corner while skyping and I can run the camera app.
Thank you for your suggestions so far. I'll be back tonight with results.

I can't even get Skype to login here.

davisac said:
I can't even get Skype to login here.
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This is the version of Skype that I use on the 7 and it works great.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1148708

fp99 said:
This is the version of Skype that I use on the 7 and it works great.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1148708
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Thanks, but I've tried that one too. I must be doing something wrong because I can't find anyone else with this problem.

davisac said:
Thanks, but I've tried that one too. I must be doing something wrong because I can't find anyone else with this problem.
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Rarely use skype but did try it on my rooted/stock nexus 7 and got exactly what you describe, video on nexus 7 but not on recipient's computer (only audio).

Could it be because you are rooted that causes the issue...... Like sky go you can only use if not rooted. Try using voodoo ota to temp hide root and then restart Skype.
Don't use Skype, not sure if affected by root. No harm in trying.
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Maybe fixed?
fp99 said:
This is the version of Skype that I use on the 7 and it works great.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1148708
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That is the version I am using too.
I realized today that I am a moron. I was only testing the Skype with one recipient. so, what if the problem was on their end?
Turns out, they were using a laptop with a mobile data card. I just used my wife's phone with the Skype app and all went well. video on both sides. :victory:
However!!! I need to continue testing because before I tried that I fund the advanced settings in SkypeMod that forces video calling! I checked Force-enable Video-calling, Force Camera Rotation, and Unlock Orientation.
Since I had to search high and low for someone with the same problem and no resolution, I understand how frustrating that can be. I will continue updating this thread and [SOLVED] it when I am satisfied that I got the answer for the people from the future.
/onlyhalfthetime

New info!
The SkypeMod makes skype work on my rooted EVO 4G! that's a two year old phone. I had long since given up hope of using skype. This is awesome. That is all.
/onlyhalfthetime
P.S. When I'm not poor (I got the nexus 7 for Christmas, haters), I'm gonna throw the dev a few shekels. :good: :angel:

It was indeed the other person's issue. No one else could Skype him either. That was silly on my part. However, I did uninstall SkypeMod and reinstall the regular app and got no video with anyone. Maybe because I'm rooted? Using SkypeMod I was able to skype anyone and they could see my video. Just make sure you go into the advanced settings and force enable video.
What an awesome apk. I am still floored that it works on my EVO 4g!
Marked thread solved. Have a good one, gentlemen and ladies. :highfive:

New Google Phone app update 05-15-18

There's a new update on the Play Store for the stock Google Phone app. And man they killed one thing I LOVED the most about it, the swipe to the different panels. I would always swipe left to my Favorites, or swipe right to the Contacts, or further swipe to the Voicemail. It was so smooth and fast, to just swipe from anywhere on the screen.
Now it's been moved to the bottom of the screen, no more swiping, now you need to tap on which panel you want. Which to me takes even longer now, and is not as fast and smooth as before.
I have been using the stock Google or ASOP Phone app for years, probably 8 years or so. This change is no bueno.

It was probably done for the benefit of those with phones that had less than quality touch screens and might have activated swipes unintentionally.
I dont mind though.

Oh man. Just go the update, too. I hate it that I can't swipe. In what weird direction is Google moving? I don't get it. They keep removing great features or replacing them with things nobody asked for or things completely out of touch with users.
The argument of the guy above me is kinda invalid. Even the worst digitizer + SoC combo will be able to do a simple swipe. I don't buy that argument, whoever came up with it. Even if they did not. In what world is an inferior, low end device getting a recent Android version on which the latest phone app is available?
Thank god apk mirror exists. AFAIK 18.0.187698947 is the latest and last one with swipe enabled.

Do you have the link for the .apk of a previous Phone app

Zorachus said:
Do you have the link for the .apk of a previous Phone app
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Just uninstall the update on the play store.

Str0ntium said:
Just uninstall the update on the play store.
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Good idea, thanks. I did, and now I have swipe back

Zorachus said:
Good idea, thanks. I did, and now I have swipe back
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Awesome :good:

Mine keeps stopping!
I haven't been able to use the "Phone" app since the update!
I've done everything but reset the phone, nothing works and
since I can't even open the app, I can't even get rid of the update.
Any suggestions?
Thank you.

samteeee said:
Mine keeps stopping!
I haven't been able to use the "Phone" app since the update!
I've done everything but reset the phone, nothing works and
since I can't even open the app, I can't even get rid of the update.
Any suggestions?
Thank you.
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Can you open the play store? Don't need to open the phone app.

Str0ntium said:
Can you open the play store? Don't need to open the phone app.
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Sure can! You mean disable the phone app?

samteeee said:
Sure can! You mean disable the phone app?
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No. Open play store, search for "google phone", uninstall.

Str0ntium said:
No. Open play store, search for "google phone", uninstall.
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Mine is still the "Factory Version" so I can only
disable or update!

samteeee said:
Mine is still the "Factory Version" so I can only
disable or update!
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That would seem to indicate that it has not been updated, and the update is not the cause of your issue. Try updating?

Str0ntium said:
That would seem to indicate that it has not been updated, and the update is not the cause of your issue. Try updating?
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I have and still the same!

samteeee said:
I have and still the same!
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I take it you're saying the May security update is when your phone app broke, right? If that's the case, you can try flashing the May factory image after removing -w from the batch file. That 'should' rewrite the phone app, but I am not 100% sure it will. If not, a factory reset/reflash with wipe command left in batch file might be necessary unless someone else has an idea.
Maybe try an earlier version apk from apkmirror.com

Str0ntium said:
I take it you're saying the May security update is when your phone app broke, right? If that's the case, you can try flashing the May factory image after removing -w from the batch file. That 'should' rewrite the phone app, but I am not 100% sure it will. If not, a factory reset/reflash with wipe command left in batch file might be necessary unless someone else has an idea.
Maybe try an earlier version apk from apkmirror.com
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No the May update was fine, right after the app update started crashing.
But I think I'll try the earlier version from "apkmirror.com" before committing to re-flashing again.
Thank you.

samteeee said:
No the May update was fine, right after the app update started crashing.
But I think I'll try the earlier version from "apkmirror.com" before committing to re-flashing again.
Thank you.
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Let us know how it works out.

Str0ntium said:
Let us know how it works out.
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I had to disable the system "Phone" app first then installed
the latest that I downloaded from apkmirror.com and got
my phone going finally!
Thank you for replying.

samteeee said:
I had to disable the system "Phone" app first then installed
the latest that I downloaded from apkmirror.com and got
my phone going finally!
Thank you for replying.
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Cool! Good to know you didn't have to do a reset.

Based on the layouts for their new apps like the pixel 2 launcher or chrome beta, it looks like they are making apps easier to navigate with one hand by placing things towards the bottom of the screen. Seems easier to navigate than having to reach to the top of the screen in the prior version.

Internet issues after update to Pie

Hey, I've updated to Pie since 2 months and the data connection on the phone is horrible. Apps will randomly report no network or no connection. Is there a way I can reinstall the radio?
The phone is usable and everything else works but the bad data connection and it dropping out is really annoying.

JamesRF said:
Hey, I've updated to Pie since 2 months and the data connection on the phone is horrible. Apps will randomly report no network or no connection. Is there a way I can reinstall the radio?
The phone is usable and everything else works but the bad data connection and it dropping out is really annoying.
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Have you checked to make sure you have the correct apn setup

TheMadScientist said:
Have you checked to make sure you have the correct apn setup
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I have not, good idea.
What are the correct settings?

JamesRF said:
I have not, good idea.
What are the correct settings?
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Depends on what carrier you use I would Assume att but never know

TheMadScientist said:
Depends on what carrier you use I would Assume att but never know
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Yes I have AT&T

JamesRF said:
Yes I have AT&T
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https://www.att.com/support/article/wireless/KM1218306/

TheMadScientist said:
https://www.att.com/support/article/wireless/KM1218306/
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I noticed a few settings were a little off such as IPV4/IPV6 being selected instead of just IPV4. I created a new apn with the correct settings from the article you linked. I will give it a few days and report back. Thank you for your help!:good:

JamesRF said:
I noticed a few settings were a little off such as IPV4/IPV6 being selected instead of just IPV4. I created a new apn with the correct settings from the article you linked. I will give it a few days and report back. Thank you for your help!:good:
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Any difference mate?

TheMadScientist said:
Any difference mate?
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Yes it seems to have helped all apps work better except messenger but I believe its a messenger issue. Thank you for the help!

JamesRF said:
Yes it seems to have helped all apps work better except messenger but I believe its a messenger issue. Thank you for the help!
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I still use face book and messenger web based. I never used the apps to much battery