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[Q] *#*#4636#*#* not working

Hey i want to change my phone to WCDMA Preferred by using *#*#4636#*#* but when i am trying to use nothing happens?

'Hidden menu" on our note 3 is not enabled...
you need to be rooted...
And you'll need Root Explorer...
Go to file EFS/Carrier/hiddenmenu
Open with root explorer text editor
You will see the word "OFF"
Delete and type in "ON"
Use capital letters
Hit the back button "you have made changes to this file do you wish to save?"
Click yes
Reboot
You now have your hidden menu but I don't know if all the codes are the same as previous Samsung devices... I don't mess with it to much... I just used it to turn off the wifi power saving mode.

b00mb00mchuck said:
'Hidden menu" on our note 3 is not enabled...
you need to be rooted...
And you'll need Root Explorer...
Go to file EFS/Carrier/hiddenmenu
Open with root explorer text editor
You will see the word "OFF"
Delete and type in "ON"
Use capital letters
Hit the back button "you have made changes to this file do you wish to save?"
Click yes
Reboot
You now have your hidden menu but I don't know if all the codes are the same as previous Samsung devices... I don't mess with it to much... I just used it to turn off the wifi power saving mode.
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Is there any way to access it without rooting the device?

Not anything that I know of...
If you go to a Best Buy store when the Samsung specialist is working... they are supposed to be able to plug in and enable that menu to do their tests before giving you a warranty claim... maybe if you found one of those dudes and bought him a beer?

EFS ok
/Carrier/hiddenmenu
Not exist... How to fix in mj7?
Thanks

SiL3NTX said:
EFS ok
/Carrier/hiddenmenu
Not exist... How to fix in mj7?
Thanks
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Are you rooted? Also, are you on the Verizon Note 3?

danjng said:
Are you rooted? Also, are you on the Verizon Note 3?
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Yes rooted, omega 4.0 mj7

I had the same problem, the folders did not exist. I did a search for hiddenmenu and it found nothing. Then I checked the EFS folder again and everything magically appeared.
Rooted, using Hyperdrive ROM

theGekkoST said:
I had the same problem, the folders did not exist. I did a search for hiddenmenu and it found nothing. Then I checked the EFS folder again and everything magically appeared.
Rooted, using Hyperdrive ROM
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If your rooted try "advanced signal status" app on the playstore... Works great and easier

Answer
Just try *#0808#
Regards

theGekkoST said:
I had the same problem, the folders did not exist. I did a search for hiddenmenu and it found nothing. Then I checked the EFS folder again and everything magically appeared.
Rooted, using Hyperdrive ROM
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Kjc99 said:
If your rooted try "advanced signal status" app on the playstore... Works great and easier
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kadoge said:
Just try *#0808#
Regards
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No need to enable the HiddenMenu anymore.
You can use 'Phone INFO ★Samsung★' app --> go to 'Secret Codes' menu, or use 'Shortcut Master' app --> go to 'Secret Code Explorer' menu to launch the secret codes (ROOT is required).

Note 4 non rooted (n910f)
When i type *#*#4636#*#* nothing happens ,

*#*#4636#*#* is not working in samsung S7262

Lenova k 3 note *#*#4636#*#* not working how to enable volte

how to make root for samsung galaxy core prime to view EFS/hiddenmenu..?? Please help me out..!

Yoga_xda said:
how to make root for samsung galaxy core prime to view EFS/hiddenmenu..?? Please help me out..!
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You can start by posting in the correct forum this is not for your phone its Note 3 .

Use Truecaller
any Android phone
try typing *#*#4636#*#* by useing Truecaller app

i make video how to fix secret code not working https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj2R_FYRats i home this tutorial can fix you problem

Hi, my samsung sm- j3 27u showing LTE mode but showing E 2g networks when celleral data is runnig and not coming 4g system I have tried several times by using Secret Code: *#*#4636#*#*
To change Diagnostic and general settings 4g mode and not working here.. Pls help me

Note 3 see post two .
Otherwise this is not the forum for your phone .

mobile network not available

please help, i have this samsung s5 scl23 from au japan, i had it unlocked or open line, then i used a local sim card and it was working fine, until the software was updated OTA. seems like my sim card is no longer recognized, please see attachments.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/picture.php?albumid=11611&pictureid=46988
http://forum.xda-developers.com/picture.php?albumid=11611&pictureid=46987
http://forum.xda-developers.com/picture.php?albumid=11611&pictureid=46986
http://forum.xda-developers.com/picture.php?albumid=11611&pictureid=46985
http://forum.xda-developers.com/picture.php?albumid=11611&pictureid=46984

Did you try with another sim card?

leyanne1982 said:
please help, i have this samsung s5 scl23 from au japan, i had it unlocked or open line, then i used a local sim card and it was working fine, until the software was updated OTA. seems like my sim card is no longer recognized, please see attachments.
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According to the screenshots, your baseband and imei appear to be fine. Try the following:
1- To make sure your sim card is fine, put your sim card into another phone to see if it works. Or put another sim card to this phone to see if the problem persists?
2- Please post the following screenshots:
- If you have root, open Phone INFO ★Samsung★ app > Menu > 'Secret Codes' > *#197328640# > 'Launch 0' > BASIC INFORMATION (capture screenshot #1) > Menu - Back > NAS INFORMATION > MM INFORMATION (capture screenshot #2) > Menu - Back > MM REJECT CAUSE (capture screenshot #3).
- If you don't have root, open the dialer > *#0011# (capture screenshot #1) > Menu - Back > Menu - Key Input > Q0 > wait... > DEBUG SCREEN > NAS INFORMATION > MM INFORMATION (capture screenshot #2) > Menu - Back > MM REJECT CAUSE (capture screenshot #3).
And post these 3 screenshots for more investigation.

when i try the dialer, it will always say "mobile network not available", the only thing i can do with the dialer is the *#06#, i have already used different sim cards that always work with other phones but still wont work with my samsung

If those codes do not work on your dialer, no need root for it to work.
Do you have root?

vndnguyen said:
If those codes do not work on your dialer, no need root for it to work.
Do you have root?
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I'm not really sure.. I think I don't have. I've downloaded an app to check if my phone had a root and it says none

Pls help.. thank you

leyanne1982 said:
Pls help.. thank you
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hi it look's like your phone is blocked. have alook on ESN http://swappa.com/ you have to sign in hope this help's regard's joe

my phone now is ok. thanks to a man from japan who helped me,

@leyanne1982, So, why don't you share with us what you did?

he had me download a file and odin.. then just set my phone to download mode then when i hit odin after that my phone restarted. then it's ok. i think the file/software or whatever you call it (i dont know much about these, sorry) is specifically for samsung s5 from japan.

I have the same problem, I can share the link?-----tengo el mismo problema, me pueden compartir el link?

leyanne1982 said:
he had me download a file and odin.. then just set my phone to download mode then when i hit odin after that my phone restarted. then it's ok. i think the file/software or whatever you call it (i dont know much about these, sorry) is specifically for samsung s5 from japan.
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Hi,
Can you please share the file which you downloaded and let us know the steps to do it.

I'm having the same problem on my galaxy s5G900M, will be that someone could help me?

leyanne1982 said:
he had me download a file and odin.. then just set my phone to download mode then when i hit odin after that my phone restarted. then it's ok. i think the file/software or whatever you call it (i dont know much about these, sorry) is specifically for samsung s5 from japan.
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@leyanne1982 what file did you download ? I have same issue

hi
i have same problem plz help
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leyanne1982 said:
my phone now is ok. thanks to a man from japan who helped me,
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can u tell me how he helped u??
plz
i have same problem

leyanne1982 said:
he had me download a file and odin.. then just set my phone to download mode then when i hit odin after that my phone restarted. then it's ok. i think the file/software or whatever you call it (i dont know much about these, sorry) is specifically for samsung s5 from japan.
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Hi can you please share the file or at least tell us the filename?

leyanne1982 said:
my phone now is ok. thanks to a man from japan who helped me,
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I have a same problem after i upgraded android from 4.4.2 to 6.0.1. Can you please provide details about file, download link. My phone is samsung galexy s5 scl23(sm-g900j) . Thanks in advance.

No hotspot on ATT Unlocked LG G6

Hello guys,
Im a bit desperate, when I try to enable mobile hotspot on my ATT Unlocked LG G6 (H871) it says auth failed and just won't share internet connection not thru wifi nor USB cable.
Please I will really appreciate your help, I need to work with my computer all the time using this function.
Thank you

An 871 may be carrier-unlocked, but it is not bootloader-unlocked. You can't root or install a different ROM, so you're stuck with AT&T's stock ROM; and if they don't have hotspot enabled in their build, there's nothing you can do about it as far as I know. Chances are their build is still trying to phone home to the carrier to check if you have hotspot in your data plan.

dwasifar said:
An 871 may be carrier-unlocked, but it is not bootloader-unlocked. You can't root or install a different ROM, so you're stuck with AT&T's stock ROM; and if they don't have hotspot enabled in their build, there's nothing you can do about it as far as I know. Chances are their build is still trying to phone home to the carrier to check if you have hotspot in your data plan.
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There should be an option to do something, do you know if the fix with and ADB command will fix it?

Maurelo23 said:
There should be an option to do something, do you know if the fix with and ADB command will fix it?
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There are a bunch of third party tethering apps in Play Store, maybe you should try one of those.

Just had this same issue and found a solution, check the settings database editor mentioned here, as it worked on my at&t unlocked g6
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-lg-v10/themes-apps/activate-hotspot-unlocked-lg-v10-t3585697

DMage said:
Just had this same issue and found a solution, check the settings database editor mentioned here, as it worked on my at&t unlocked g6
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-lg-v10/themes-apps/activate-hotspot-unlocked-lg-v10-t3585697
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It seems like I need root, something we do not currently have. How did you fix it?

DMage said:
Just had this same issue and found a solution, check the settings database editor mentioned here, as it worked on my at&t unlocked g6
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-lg-v10/themes-apps/activate-hotspot-unlocked-lg-v10-t3585697
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THANK YOU THANK YOU! That did the trick now working! Awesome.

DMage said:
Just had this same issue and found a solution, check the settings database editor mentioned here, as it worked on my at&t unlocked g6
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-lg-v10/themes-apps/activate-hotspot-unlocked-lg-v10-t3585697
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Good to know.

1. Download "Settings Database Editor" at the playstore. The icon is a blue cog with red background.
2. Make sure youre in the "settings table" list
3. Find "tether_entitlement_check_state" then set it to "0".
Exit, should be working, if not, try a reboot.

SamaelThuum said:
1. Download "Settings Database Editor" at the playstore. The icon is a blue cog with red background.
2. Make sure youre in the "settings table" list
3. Find "tether_entitlement_check_state" then set it to "0".
Exit, should be working, if not, try a reboot.
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you are the ****in boss, it worked
(sos el puto amo, me funciono en mi LG G6 de At&T)

1. Download "Settings Database Editor" at the playstore. The icon is a blue cog with red background.
2. Make sure youre in the "settings table" list
3. Find "tether_entitlement_check_state" then set it to "0".
Exit, should be working, if not, try a reboot.
This worked!
Thank you so much!

1. Download "Settings Database Editor" at the playstore. The icon is a blue cog with red background.
2. Make sure youre in the "settings table" list
3. Find "tether_entitlement_check_state" then set it to "0".
Exit, should be working, if not, try a reboot.
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This is perfect - it worked like a charm. I have unlocked AT&T LG G6 (H871) that I use on T-Mobile network and previously I always had "authentication was unsuccessful" error. But now the error is gone and it works!

SamaelThuum said:
1. Download "Settings Database Editor" at the playstore. The icon is a blue cog with red background.
2. Make sure youre in the "settings table" list
3. Find "tether_entitlement_check_state" then set it to "0".
Exit, should be working, if not, try a reboot.
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Worked in the moment!!!!! Ty

How to force 4G only (LTE only) Mode?

Can someone help me I am trying to force my Huawei P10 Plus to use LTE/4G only mode. I have latest Firmware/Patch Level.
I have tryed many service codes in format like *#*#.....#*#* codes but I can not set the LTE Only mode.
Isn't it possible without "root"?

It is possible to force "4G only" without root. First download "Setting Database Editor" from playstore. Open it and look for "hw_networkmode_preferences". I use this value "9,3,2,1,11" on my phone. Save it and restart your phone. If you still don't get "4G only" option then you need to open the "Setting Database Editor" again and look for "hw_add_4g_only". Mine was set to "250". You need to change it according to your country mobile code. Look for your mobile country code here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_country_code. In my case I change the value to "250;502" since 502 is my country code. Save it and restart your phone.
Tested on rebranded P10 Plus 256GB.

jula182 said:
It is possible to force "4G only" without root. First download "Setting Database Editor" from playstore. Open it and look for "hw_networkmode_preferences". I use this value "9,3,2,1,11" on my phone. Save it and restart your phone. If you still don't get "4G only" option then you need to open the "Setting Database Editor" again and look for "hw_add_4g_only". Mine was set to "250". You need to change it according to your country mobile code. Look for your mobile country code here: <1. o prevent spam on the XDA forums, ALL new users prevented from posting outside links in their messages. After approximately 10 posts, you will be able to post outside links. Thank you for understanding!>. In my case I change the value to "250;502" since 502 is my country code. Save it and restart your phone.
Tested on rebranded P10 Plus 256GB.
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Thank you very much for your Help! I already installed the DB Settings Editor and found out that hw_networkmode_preferences were already "9,3,2,1,11" so this wasn't the case. Additionally I found that I have to add "hw_add_4g_only" so I added it with the wrong Country Code because I didn't know what the hw_add_4g_only means. I was searching for it a few days now and never got an answer, so I was trying to ask here. And you made it clear now. The Wikipedia Link was very helpful and it works now for my Country. I have to set it 262 for O2 Telefonic Germany.
So again Thank you very very much!

Using Huawei P10 (VTR-L29) 8.0.0.374 (185) solution above works for me too.

jula182 said:
It is possible to force "4G only" without root. First download "Setting Database Editor" from playstore. Open it and look for "hw_networkmode_preferences". I use this value "9,3,2,1,11" on my phone. Save it and restart your phone.]
For me, It works. Huawei P10 Lite
Thanks
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Worked on my Samsung Galaxy S9

Honor 6X is stubborn as heel... Nothing works.
Can't even find the commands... Sigh!

First Method :
1. Use SIM 1 as the default connection setting
2.
You need to install this app for FREE
at Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teknokia.force4glteonly
pro version : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.teknokia.force4glteonlypro
galaxy store: https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.teknokia.force4glteonly
pro version : https://apps.samsung.com/appquery/appDetail.as?appId=com.teknokia.force4glteonlypro
3. Run the application, press the SIM 1 only or Android testing button. You will enter two LTE Switcher options and also 2 Android testing options.
4. You can try all of them which support your phone.
If the telecommunication operator you are using does not support VoLTE (Voice over LTE) and uses LTE Only Mode, so regular calls will be blocked.
Second Method :
1. DOWNLOAD Force 4G LTE Only 2020 Pro application from Google Play
2. Run the Application
3. Select SIM 1 Only menu, then Hidden Activity
4. wait to load until 100%
5. tap the search box type RadioInfo
6. In the DEvice Info app section, there is a RadioInfo activity.
7. Long Tap 3 options will appear: Create Shortcut, Launch Activity, Edit Shortcut. I recommend Select Create Shortcut to make it easier for us to enter network activity mode without having to bother opening the Force 4G LTE Only 2020 Pro application.
8. Please select Launch Activity to enter the Radio Info
9. Select LTE Only in set preferred network type

I was able to get it working on my huawei y7a sometime last year using settings database editor. Abouy 2 weeks ago i factory reset my device due to an unrelated issue and now when i try to enable it again i get an error saying my system software has rejected the edit. I tried with the version of setedit from f-droid and got the following "Unexpected failure you shouldn't not change private system settings." does anyone know what the problem could be?

K.Hatake said:
I was able to get it working on my huawei y7a sometime last year using settings database editor. Abouy 2 weeks ago i factory reset my device due to an unrelated issue and now when i try to enable it again i get an error saying my system software has rejected the edit. I tried with the version of setedit from f-droid and got the following "Unexpected failure you shouldn't not change private system settings." does anyone know what the problem could be?
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I have the same issue with p30 pro. It seems to me that after some recent updates, they've locked those settings somehow.

alesu69 said:
I have the same issue with p30 pro. It seems to me that after some recent updates, they've locked those settings somehow.
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did you find the solution for this problem because i have the same issue and i get the error message from setedit if you have the solution plz respond to me . thx

Make a shortcut to the activity .settings.radioInfo (phone info) of the app com.android.phone (telephone)

namous zakarya said:
did you find the solution for this problem because i have the same issue and i get the error message from setedit if you have the solution plz respond to me . thx
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I found a solution. You would have to use "Adb shell" (usb debugging).
The code is:
adb shell settings put system hw_networkmode_preference 11

Techie0fficial said:
I found a solution. You would have to use "Adb shell" (usb debugging).
The code is:
adb shell settings put system hw_networkmode_preference 11
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This worked for me. Thanks

So I have a 950XL what should I do next?

Hi All
Just been given a Nokia 950XL. And have to say ugly phone but great camera!!!! But before I go setting it up etc what should I do first??
So please any advice would be appreciated.
Also include if you would recommend dual boot etc and what OS..
Also what app's would you recommend??
Whats the best compass app?
Is there an app that fully uses the Barometer etc?
Whats the Best app for Panoramic photos?
Is there any camera app alternatives etc?
Is there an OSM mapping app?
thank you in advance
regards
Lohtse

Keep it
Hi Lohtse,
This device is unique I spend days wake up without sleep to solve the problem of the apps and I realize something important
The problem is bad target system management by Microsoft development tools
Microsoft store is so dumb there is many helpful app but it want appear just by search
Some of the is apps "on papers" not match with your device system version but in reality you can install it and it will work
Now let me tell you it's not totally bad device if you get the exact apps on it, it will be almost like your laptop with many helpful staff
First
Check the latest updates and then you have to unlock the system so you can do some enhancements like:
Increasing Paging files from 256MB to 1GB
Transfer files via SFTP without using the USB cable
Uninstall official apps preinstalled like (Photos, Calculator..etc) -> you need this
And more..
Second
here list of apps you might have some of it but with old version:
Before you start just install the official AppInstaller to be able to install apps directly from the phone without alternative tool
Get it from here:
drive.google.com/file/d/1HfsBg8hiqlKBTroK0xvB45h_SiSBha_1/view
Also you need to read this because some of the apps need to modify the target system version before install otherwise it will not installed.
Deploy Unsigned APPX/UWP
Utilities:
Perfect Tool (Official Store)
(QR Code, Ruler, Compass, other helpful tools)
microsoft.com/en-us/p/app/9nblggh4r8dw
Microsoft Official
The new versions (you need to uninstall the previous apps using Introp Tools)
Translator (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1QTcnJFhg2sgoxQsSFJVpLcb6QNUWzyB8/view
Photos (New)
Very very advanced and helpful you can edit videos with it
drive.google.com/file/d/1vW1lXXFo2RBy0UpXeqG1-EryabRPWVWH/view
Alarms & Clock (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1kAamihWVXSAy70PKayjK21PS-bTbZas8/view
Calculator (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1BneIdp59XrNtl0fE-inuN74VUr6bHqcw/view
Voice Recorder (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1EVg1ViAxMn6fEtzZG8ds3rYWQcuTBmZp/view
Photos and Editors
Panorama & Camera app (New)
drive.google.com/file/d/1Vl392MRMXBOtfPM3DF32X4U05nlw6zeB/view
Lumia Cinemagraph (Official Store)
Cool app you can take photo and make part of it alive with repeated motion, just try it
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-cinemagraph/9wzdncrfhx4d
Nokia Creative Studio (XAP APP Need Deployment tool)
published by Hritwik
https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4090254&d=1490599831
Multimedia
Movie Maker 8.1 (Official Store)
microsoft.com/en-us/p/movie-maker-81/9wzdncrfhwx8
Lumia Play To (Official Store)
Very good casting app it's working with my old TV which is great
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-play-to/9wzdncrfhx3f
Video Tuner
Video Editing app with very good features
drive.google.com/file/d/1K1p5yxrVYwk9irAVK_czjkj-0sGj8w86/view
Art Tools
Paint 3D
drive.google.com/file/d/112ZYj86t4KY0X84-bItuDur8z6RuVym-/view
View 3D
drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ul3vSzff4hDo3oWM4vded1Iy952WH1Cs
Gaming Emulators
RetriX Universal Emulator (Enhanced)
RetriX (Universal Emulator) Enhanced Version
NES Box (Universal Emulator)
drive.google.com/file/d/16SXF4GXl7-KX0DKbYxSfaJjy_NR1hf91/view
PPSSPP
drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xuz1rCu3ThiLkTrerhWpLuT-SdzH0iDa
EmiNes
drive.google.com/file/d/1tpXx_Tc_8RoCY5bPjrjLotisBhs3nSE2/view
EmiPSX
drive.google.com/file/d/1fmb1JJGyoW9ZZ1fucum7TXaPrg1CVdN9/view
Navigators
Sygic (Official Store)
Works for me
microsoft.com/en-us/p/sygic-gps-navigation-maps-poi-route-directions/9nblggh16nlv
The only thing you might not find it, it's good browser I'm still looking for good option
most of the current browsers including Coc Coc not very good.
Most of the apps I found it on windowsviet.com which they have too many helpful apps.
About Dual Boot & Windows 10 ARM
You know.. I broke my phone system more than 5 times one of them it was completely dead but I was able to recover it again,
the point is if you need to try go ahead it's good to see full windows run on a phone and able to run x86 apps as well.
But
Here is few points why it's not very important
Your mobile internal storage will be filled by 70% because of the windows partition
You need a usable phone to call and send messages, it's not comfortable to switch the boot each time
Windows 10 Mobile is almost the same base of the normal Windows it just Microsoft makes it useless but I hope someone will be able to install a service to run windows apps inside it as I discovered in Windows 10 ARM, I was surprised that some of x86 apps works very well.
If you faced any problem during the installation or you need any assist let me know.

Hi
WOW excellent response thank you so much for taking the time to reply as you have..
Could you possible explain this a little further
First
Check the latest updates and then you have to unlock the system so you can do some enhancements like:
Increasing Paging files from 256MB to 1GB
Transfer files via SFTP without using the USB cable
Uninstall official apps preinstalled like (Photos, Calculator..etc) -> you need this
And more..
As to navigation apps am more looking for OSM mapping as I create my own maps for hiking etc
Regards
Lohtse

Update
If you got a new phone usually many updates need to be installed, this will fix many problems and increase the performance.
Go to "Settings"
Update & Security
Check for update / Windows Update
if there is any update it will appear or you will see a message "Your device is up to date"
If the system need updates this will take some time, and it might be there is many update not only one so keep try until you get "Your device is up to date"
Unlock
Unlocking the system is based on your needs.
If you are using the phone for regular use you may keep it as it is.
What I was meaning with
Increasing Paging: Paging files will help to handle more applications in the background
SFTP: to transfer the data via wireless but it's totally optional you can still use the cable
Uninstall apps
If you tried to install the new version of i.e."Photos" it will not work because it's already installed.
so the solution is to remove the current app, but by default windows will not allow you to do that form the settings because it's built in.
As solution you can use "Interop Tools" by gus33000
Available Here:
Release Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0 (Legacy) · gus33000/InteropTools
This is the latest release of Interop Tools from its Version 1 source with minor updates.
github.com
More details: Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0
Install / Sideload it (Check the guide below)
And go to "General"
Then Select "Applications"
Then Navigate to "Package List"
Search for the app you need to remove it.
You will see many packages related to the same app
In the bottom actions bar there is "4 lines" icon click on it to activate it.
Now select the packages you need to remove.
Click on the trash icon and wait until the app removed
Go to main screen to check if the app removed
If it's remove you can now install the new version
Note: I'm not sure if these steps works without unlocking I didn't tried before unlock, just try before to unlock it might work.
Install apps
Now Download the apps form the links and save them in custom folder.
Go to your device Settings
Select "Update & Security"
Select "For Developers"
Select "Developer Mode"
Activate "Turn on remote diagnostics"
Activate "Authentication"
Using your computer: open the browser and enter the link that appeared in the developer page in your phone
if you got security warning message ignore it and continue (it's normal)
On your phone press "Pair" Button you will see pin code
Enter this pin code in your browser page and click "Submit"
Now you can install the app called "AppInstaller" using the web page
Once you able to install "AppInstaller" you can almost install the other apps from you mobile directly.
Note your device and computer need to be on the same network
OSM Mapping
to be honest I never used it before so I will do some search about it.
If I got anything new will let you know.
I wish most of the descriptions is clear, if you need extra details please let me know.
lohtse said:
Hi
WOW excellent response thank you so much for taking the time to reply as you have..
Could you possible explain this a little further
First
Check the latest updates and then you have to unlock the system so you can do some enhancements like:
Increasing Paging files from 256MB to 1GB
Transfer files via SFTP without using the USB cable
Uninstall official apps preinstalled like (Photos, Calculator..etc) -> you need this
And more..
As to navigation apps am more looking for OSM mapping as I create my own maps for hiking etc
Regards
Lohtse
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I thought I had read somewhere that you can control how the flash functions(eg if all three flashes ar used or just one or two of them) I even thought I saw the setting.. But for the life of me I can't find out how to achieve this... Could someone point me in the right direction!!!!

astifan said:
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As solution you can use "Introp Tools"
Available in store: microsoft.com/en-us/p/interop-tools-preview/9ntgwlc0d3cs
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This version requires downloading the extensions after logging in to insidewindows.net because there is no General - Applications option in the menu by default.
Have you tried the open source Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0 made by @gus33000?

ze7zez said:
This version requires downloading the extensions after logging in to insidewindows.net because there is no General - Applications option in the menu by default.
Have you tried the open source Interop Tools v1 Version 2.1.7.0 made by @gus33000?
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You right I thought the version in the store same as the one I already have, I update the post with the latest version.
Many thanks for your notice.

right I have now done the introp thing... So how would I do the page file mod and how do you increase the screentime out(5mins is far too short)????

astifan said:
Most of the apps I found it on windowsviet.com which they have too many helpful apps.
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sadly now closed/domain for sale

lohtse said:
right I have now done the introp thing... So how would I do the page file mod and how do you increase the screentime out(5mins is far too short)????
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Increase the paging file (required unlocked device):
Open Interop Tools
Go to "Registry"
Select "Registry browser"
Select "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)"
Select "System"
Select "CurrentControlSet"
Select "Control"
Select "Session Manager"
Select "Memory Management"
Select "Paging File"
Now In "Registry Value Data" Change The numbers from 256 to 1024
The final value will be "u:\pagefiles.sys 1024 1024"
Click on the "right icon at the bottom" to save the result
To check if the result saved just reopen the "Paging File" again, If the result back to the original "256" maybe your device is not unlocked yet.
Reboot the device to apply the changes.
Change Screen timeout:
Open Interop Tools
Go to "Registry"
Select "Registry browser"
Select "HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM)"
Select "Software"
Select "Microsoft"
Select "Settings"
Select "Lock"
Select "DisableNever"
Set "Registry Value Data" to 0
Then go to settings and check "Never" will be available now with some extra values.

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Increase the paging file (required unlocked device):
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is that boot loader unlocked or interop???
thank you for the information....
what other hacks would you suggest?

lohtse said:
is that boot loader unlocked or interop???
thank you for the information....
what other hacks would you suggest?
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To be able to edit some of the protected registry values you need to do "Interop Unlock"
"Interop Unlock" will allow you to do almost everything you need.
Don't activate "Full Filesystem Access" In "Unlock" -> "Interop Unlock" it will not work with Lumia 950/XL and it might affect on the usb connection.
If you didn't find a clear guide for "Interop Unlock" let me know I will write a full guide based on my experiment because some of the details online line is very clear.

astifan said:
To be able to edit some of the protected registry values you need to do "Interop Unlock"
"Interop Unlock" will allow you to do almost everything you need.
Don't activate "Full Filesystem Access" In "Unlock" -> "Interop Unlock" it will not work with Lumia 950/XL and it might affect on the usb connection.
If you didn't find a clear guide for "Interop Unlock" let me know I will write a full guide based on my experiment because some of the details online line is very clear.
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Thank you for that information worked a treat.
I have read that the FM radio is not activated on the 950xl, is this correct is so how do I reactivate it?
also is there away to have a bigger tile other than the three choices we have?

lohtse said:
Thank you for that information worked a treat.
I have read that the FM radio is not activated on the 950xl, is this correct is so how do I reactivate it?
also is there away to have a bigger tile other than the three choices we have?
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The radio is working by default, try this app (almost the best you could find)
Radio FM Phone
Sadly the tiles sizes are fixed as I know, if you want to add some design to the start page you can use this app
Group Tiles
and this app if you want to add custom tiles based on your needs
edgeTile
Check the attached image to see how I did some titles to organize the start page.

astifan said:
The radio is working by default, try this app (almost the best you could find)
Radio FM Phone
Sadly the tiles sizes are fixed as I know, if you want to add some design to the start page you can use this app
Group Tiles
and this app if you want to add custom tiles based on your needs
edgeTile
Check the attached image to see how I did some titles to organize the start page.
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Thank you for that... and radio works great... Have to say am loving the 950xl.... only thing I am really missing is a good off route navigation/mapping app if I could find a good one then everything would be nearly perfect.
also is there away to install the original lumia camera app so we can get flash control(number of flashes used ) back?
finally how do I gain full access to the file system on the device???

does any one have the file for this
Lumia Cinemagraph (Official Store)
Cool app you can take photo and make part of it alive with repeated motion, just try it
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-cinemagraph/9wzdncrfhx4d
will not let me download it from store to device as says not compatible with this device

lohtse said:
does any one have the file for this
Lumia Cinemagraph (Official Store)
Cool app you can take photo and make part of it alive with repeated motion, just try it
microsoft.com/en-us/p/lumia-cinemagraph/9wzdncrfhx4d
will not let me download it from store to device as says not compatible with this device
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It should work, ignore the compatible message just check the following:
the apps updated including "Microsoft Store" from "Menu" -> "Donwloads and updates"
there is no remaining system updates "Settings" -> "Windows update"
check if there is a "Get" button sometimes it's appear even of there is a compatibility message, click on the button if you found it.
If nothing above worked do the following:
Go to your PC
Be sure you are using the same email/account in both "Phone/PC"
Open the browser and be sure you are logged to your account/email
Open the link of the app
click on "Get"
a message will appear "you own this app"
once you get this message go back to your phone
Open Microsoft store -> Menu
Select "My Library"
Check if the app is there (you can sort the library by name which is better)
Click "Install" behind the app icon
The problem is some of the apps does not appear in Phone store but it will appear in PC store
so this trick will help you to get many apps in the same way,
but I think it will work only with the browser not the desktop app.

astifan said:
It should work, ignore the compatible message just check the following:
the apps updated including "Microsoft Store" from "Menu" -> "Donwloads and updates"
there is no remaining system updates "Settings" -> "Windows update"
check if there is a "Get" button sometimes it's appear even of there is a compatibility message, click on the button if you found it.
If nothing above worked do the following:
Go to your PC
Be sure you are using the same email/account in both "Phone/PC"
Open the browser and be sure you are logged to your account/email
Open the link of the app
click on "Get"
a message will appear "you own this app"
once you get this message got back to your phone
Open Microsoft store -> Menu
Select "My Library"
Check if the app is there (you can sort the library by name which is better)
Click "Install" behind the app icon
The problem is some of the apps does not appear in Phone store but it will appear in PC store
so this trick will help you to get many apps in the same way,
but I think it will work only with the browser not the desktop app.
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did as you suggested.. all I get in store is .this app is not compatible with this device.
nevermind... missed the my library part .... worked a treat,,, thank you

lohtse said:
finally how do I gain full access to the file system on the device???
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As per my experiments, gain the full access to the file system is not a big deal.
the files are protected anyway and some of the important folders assigned to custom users you can't have access, even if you was able to force replace the ownership of the folder and open it.. it will cause some issues with the system.
if you have something really important in the future it's better to use Mass Storage Mode, but accessing the file system while windows is running almost useless.
just don't use the feature in "Interop Tools" which called "Full Filesystem Access" I tried it before and it caused a problem with the connection with the computer I wasn't able to access the storage

astifan said:
Hi Lohtse,
Gaming Emulators
RetriX Universal Emulator (Enhanced)
RetriX (Universal Emulator) Enhanced Version
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Trying to install this, Used durect method(filemanager) portal and interop. but always fails after installing net packages say a prerequisite for an install could not be satisfied... any ideas how to oover come this?