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Hey guys, I just got a new Note 3 and am having and issue.
I get bloat ware will be an issue unless I root but forcing me to use this Verizon Backup Assistant is too much! Is there anyway to get rid of it? I don't even see it listed as an app yet it's always listed under "Accounts" leading me to believe it's not just there but running and synchronizing as well.
I did a search last night and found many posts of people annoyed with this and some solutions but none seem to work anymore, maybe because those solutions were old? I want as far as to go into My Verizon website and delete all my contacts then reset/wipe my phone and during the Wizard unchecked to backup contacts; yet even all that didn't work. "Backup Assistant Plus" still there under services .... Please help.
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It is one of the few apps that you cannot 'turn off' through the application manager in settings. Surely there must be a way to disable it without root.
Jackseric said:
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It is one of the few apps that you cannot 'turn off' through the application manager in settings. Surely there must be a way to disable it without root.
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You won't be able to remove it without root. It's one of the many advantages of having a rooted device, you can remove any of the bloat that you want.
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You won't be able to remove it without root. It's one of the many advantages of having a rooted device, you can remove any of the bloat that you want.
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Thank you very much for your speedy response. Is there still no way to root if your N3 is on 4.4.2?
Jackseric said:
Thank you very much for your speedy response. Is there still no way to root if your N3 is on 4.4.2?
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There currently is no root method for 4.4.2 unless a pre-rooted version. If you've taken the OTA you're stuck for now as there is no way to go back to previous builds to gain root access. I never download and install an OTA, there is too much of a risk where you may never have a rooted device again.
I am glad I have thus far held off on the OTA, although I am lucky it's not bugging me like it sounds like it bugs some people, it hasn't even tried to download it yet. Rooting is becoming more and more temping.
mgftp said:
I am glad I have thus far held off on the OTA, although I am lucky it's not bugging me like it sounds like it bugs some people, it hasn't even tried to download it yet. Rooting is becoming more and more temping.
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Mine downloaded it the first time it appeared, then started asking me twice a day about 3 weeks ago. I held off for 2 weeks and about a week ago it popped up and asked me at 5:53am. In my half-asleep state, I somehow managed to tell it to go ahead and do it. Damnit.
http://www.xda-developers.com/how-to-remove-bloatware-from-your-android-device-xda-tv/
Does not need root access, you can remove .apks with it if you have root access, but it lets you disable without.
Download the Debloater tool, turn Debugging on, plug your phone in, start the program.
I just disabled LG Health on my Verizon phone with it. I would like to disable VoiceMate but I'm not sure what the .apk is. My apologizes if this is already known to work on the G4; I haven't seen it mentioned in the G4 forums, but I can confirm it does work.
Maybe someone can use this tool and compile a list of apps that are safe to disable using it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/block-bloat-apps-root-t3133176
Funny you link an xda item from reddit back to xda...
Bootup said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/g4/general/block-bloat-apps-root-t3133176
Funny you link an xda item from reddit back to xda...
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lol. /fail. //endthread
I suppose, I'm just waiting on someone to get down to the nitty gritty and get a list going of what can be disabled.
ghostbustaj said:
lol. /fail. //endthread
I suppose, I'm just waiting on someone to get down to the nitty gritty and get a list going of what can be disabled.
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Attached is a block list I used on the VZW LG4 I had... Just load it up with the debloater and block away.
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Misterxtc said:
Attached is a block list I used on the VZW LG4 I had... Just load it up with the debloater and block away.
View attachment 3375839
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That is so metal. Thanks for the list.
Any knowledge of the Voicemate?
ghostbustaj said:
That is so metal. Thanks for the list.
Any knowledge of the Voicemate?
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No problem but be sure to add DTIgnite to the list, I missed that one. You will probably be better off uninstalling the DTIgnite update and disabling it from the app manager. That's the worst bloatware/spyware I've seen them preinstall. It's terrible.
I'll play along. Everyone knows I love debloating!
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I'll play along. Everyone knows I love debloating!
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Even nicer! Thank you sir!
I missed that one. You will probably be better off uninstalling the DTIgnite update and disabling it from the app manager.
fr4nk1yn said:
I'll play along. Everyone knows I love debloating!
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I gotta say, I just went through the list you gave me....
I had probably about 60% of the apks you listed disabled already. But that other 40% (while getting rid of CHROME) and switching to Firefox....made a world of difference.
Holy smokes, this phone is flying now. There is absolutely zero lag and it seems way more touch responsive.
Thank you.
So, this only Hiden the apps or disable them like titanium backup?
wath I need to disable for lg health and voice mate?
thanks
sseuorosal said:
I missed that one. You will probably be better off uninstalling the DTIgnite update and disabling it from the app manager.
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if you DL a DT Ignite tool and check, if it's disabled it still apears, albeit disabled. If you use this utility to hide it, it's not even found. Much bettet.
ghostbustaj said:
I gotta say, I just went through the list you gave me....
I had probably about 60% of the apks you listed disabled already. But that other 40% (while getting rid of CHROME) and switching to Firefox....made a world of difference.
Holy smokes, this phone is flying now. There is absolutely zero lag and it seems way more touch responsive.
Thank you.
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I've been debloating a long time. ?
I haven't done it yet, I only have one computer that has fully working adb drivers, but try disabling the lg keyboard and split window as well. I hear they're both to blame for touch problems.
Th3PorTuGa said:
So, this only Hiden the apps or disable them like titanium backup?
wath I need to disable for lg health and voice mate?
thanks
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It disables them.
Thanks for this! Only thing is I can not install my drivers for my vs986. When the computer restarts as part of the process installing the drivers, nothing happens when the computer is fully restarted. I searched for 2 hours for the solution to this. Any help would be appreciated.
JDROIDS said:
Thanks for this! Only thing is I can not install my drivers for my vs986. When the computer restarts as part of the process installing the drivers, nothing happens when the computer is fully restarted. I searched for 2 hours for the solution to this. Any help would be appreciated.
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I had to install the Verizon software assistant when you first plug the phone in to the PC. After that the debloat tool recognized it. Also make sure you have USB debugging enabled on the phone.
Dang I was all excited until I realized I needed a Windows box. Guess I'll have to wait to get home and dig out my old laptop to do this.
I have to figure out how to install the drivers on a mac. I know it is possible. this debloater works on a mac as there is a .dmg file for it. I can not use the verizon software assistant because it only works on a pc. Thank you for your help though.
I feel stupid asking this but I can't get my adb drivers to work with my g4.
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andino said:
Dang I was all excited until I realized I needed a Windows box. Guess I'll have to wait to get home and dig out my old laptop to do this.
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Can you not create a virtual machine with either Apple OS or Linux (or even run in Wine if you are using Linux)?
I can but its easier just to go home and use a windows laptop.
I opened package disabler pro earlier and noticed it had stopped working. I searched the internet for a few hours and found this app.
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It has the update packages you can disable and works great for me. Hope this helps everybody!
XDA is being Scammed now?
Interesting !
What?
Disregard.
Worked Perfectly!
Mike_Disturbed_1992 said:
I opened package disabler pro earlier and noticed it had stopped working. I searched the internet for a few hours and found this app.
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It has the update packages you can disable and works great for me. Hope this helps everybody!
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You're my hero! This worked flawlessly! Thanks!! I had trouble getting past the licence verification on all the other disablers. This one had all the files I needed. Do you happen to know if it still sticks after a reboot, or do I have re-disable them after doing so?
Nitemare3219 said:
Malware ****.
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I wouldn't share malware with fellow Note 7 users. What makes you think its malware? Lookout? Because it says any app you try to install thats not from the playstore is malware lol
Mike_Disturbed_1992 said:
I wouldn't share malware with fellow Note 7 users. What makes you think its malware? Lookout? Because it says any app you try to install thats not from the playstore is malware lol
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Well maybe it's not. I thought I read somewhere that it was harmful software, it's not in the Play Store at all, and the only people saying it works have less than 50 posts which is really fishy... But it's my only option so I tried it. The app does work, just hope it isn't some bad software...
The reason for my low post count.
Nitemare3219 said:
Well maybe it's not. I thought I read somewhere that it was harmful software, it's not in the Play Store at all, and the only people saying it works have less than 50 posts which is really fishy... But it's my only option so I tried it. The app does work, just hope it isn't some bad software...
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To be fair, I've been mainly a lurker here at XDA, hence my low post count. I've been a member since 2009 if that puts your mind at ease. but I can understand how my post looked fishy. I've been banging my head against the wall for a couple weeks trying to figure out how to disable that darn update, so I was ecstatic when I saw the link to an apk that actually worked for me, so I felt compelled to log in and drop a line of gratitude
soon as I click software update to disable, the app freezes, says s package disabler has stopped working, then force closes.
does this with anything I click on to try to disable
black96ss said:
soon as I click software update to disable, the app freezes, says s package disabler has stopped working, then force closes.
does this with anything I click on to try to disable
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You might want to try a factory reset if you're already fresh. You granted it device admin, correct?
Nitemare3219 said:
You might want to try a factory reset if you're already fresh. You granted it device admin, correct?
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I have granted admin access.I can see all the apps that are available to disable. actually if I click on disable bloatware it will disable it fine. it only force closes when I click on an individual app to enable/disable. already tried factory reset no dice
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Can I get someone with some knowledge of the note 7 being stuck at the logo screen to read my thread I posted in the questions and answers forum?
Mike_Disturbed_1992 said:
I opened package disabler pro earlier and noticed it had stopped working. I searched the internet for a few hours and found this app.
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It has the update packages you can disable and works great for me. Hope this helps everybody!
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worked like a charm. thank you!
flexxx228 said:
Can I get someone with some knowledge of the note 7 being stuck at the logo screen to read my thread I posted in the questions and answers forum?
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i did sort of...
try flashing your firmware in odin that might fix it.
short of that a factory reset which will wipe your device..which you said you didnt want to do.
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now says "license terminated" and enabled admin as well
Z51 said:
worked like a charm. thank you!
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Is this still working for you? Can you open the app and still enable/disable apps?
Z51 said:
worked like a charm. thank you!
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now says "license terminated" and enabled admin as well
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Can you try this one and let me know if it works? I tried to remove the license verification from this version hoping it will work.
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now says "license terminated" and enabled admin as well
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Mine says that too now. I tried fixing a customers phone and it's blocked.
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Try this one and let me know if it works. Im trying to find a solution because i plan to keep my note 7 ive already had the imei cleaned lol
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I've also found this method that was confirmed working as of 1/18 you guys can try if you want. Please let me know if any of these work for you
Hello
Does someone know how to add the mobile data toggle on this device, without rooting it ?
Unfortunately, this:
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-...ttings-tile-toggle-on-samsung-galaxy-devices/
didn't help.
Thanks
Mikizio said:
Hello
Does someone know how to add the mobile data toggle on this device, without rooting it ?
Unfortunately, this:
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-...ttings-tile-toggle-on-samsung-galaxy-devices/
didn't help.
Thanks
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As far as I know, there is no way to do that. I tried to put a data one in the quick toggles, with no luck. I am using the same phone as you right now, except mine is rooted with Xposed. I believe that is the only way.
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As far as I know, there is no way to do that. I tried to put a data one in the quick toggles, with no luck. I am using the same phone as you right now, except mine is rooted with Xposed. I believe that is the only way.
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I found this method https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67036804&postcount=2
and as far as I know, this is the most reasonable way, considering other ways.
Mikizio said:
I found this method https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67036804&postcount=2
and as far as I know, this is the most reasonable way, considering other ways.
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ah, yes. There is that one, but only on the AT&T model, I think. Still, not in the notification shade without root.
Mikizio said:
Hello
Does someone know how to add the mobile data toggle on this device, without rooting it ?
Unfortunately, this:
https://www.xda-developers.com/how-...ttings-tile-toggle-on-samsung-galaxy-devices/
didn't help.
Thanks
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There is now a way! There was a very small ota security patch from att a few days, and I had it a few hours while I was figuring out some of the root issues I had. I didn't look through all the changes, but there was a new data toggle in drop down menu, and a new tab in settings for often used sections.
ivywen said:
There is now a way! There was a very small ota security patch from att a few days, and I had it a few hours while I was figuring out some of the root issues I had. I didn't look through all the changes, but there was a new data toggle in drop down menu, and a new tab in settings for often used sections.
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Are you talking about the version that ends with AQG1? This is very good news. Thanks for informing. @ivywen
Good Lock app from Samsung has the data toggle.
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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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
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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.
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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.