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Alternative to Gravity Box on ART ?

Is there an alternative to Gravity Box on ART? I really loved being able to customize just about anything but since Xposed won't work on ART, I can't use GB anymore...

C´mon, no one?

nope, just a custom Rom that has the features you're looking for.
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The developer for xposed had stated that there are no plans for ART currently because it's (ART not a beta app) still being tested. They may plan to release something once android L is available for the masses. From what I've read, ART is going to be different in L than what is available in KK.

Ad Blocking

Hey Mako Users,
Just wanted to see what apps people are using for blocking ads, preferably one that has material design or is optimized for Lolipop

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Hey Mako Users,
Just wanted to see what apps people are using for blocking ads, preferably one that has material design or is optimized for Lolipop
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adaway, Google it

I have been using Adaway since I bought my Nexus 4 when the phone was first released. I don't even know what an ad looks like because I have never got a single one....not even one. Works fine on Lollipop 5.0.2, but I can't speak if it is optimized for Lollipop, nor do I care.

[Q] G900F Privacy Management

Hey guys!
A friend of mine told me, that he will be equipped with a Samsung Galaxy S5 soon by his employer. I'm not quite sure which model it will be but I predict it to be the G900F as it will be bought in Europe and it won't be the most expensive model of the series.
His employer already told him that it will come with some special app pre-installed that he will need to work with in the future.
He was told too that this app will also track his gps position and record his phone usage stats, especially which numbers he calls on what time and for how long he talked.
These informations will be sent back to his employer who obviously will collect this data and possibly wants to use against him some time (you never know..).
The alternative of using the phone is just using it without putting a SIM in just to work with the app and have an extra phone which he really uses all the time. But that's somehow awkward if you ask me.
Whatever. I'm used to flash custom ROM's, kernels, recoveries on phones and work with them as I just flashed CM 12.1 with Xposed on my own phone but never owned a S5 myself.
So I'm asking for some tips what we could use for preventing the data collection.
I already used PDroid on my obsolete LG P990 in the past and currently use the privacy settings on CM 12.1 to prevent apps from doing against my will.
What would be the most efficient way to achieve power over this nasty spyware?
Thanks in advance.
Greetings,
Seyron.

Well firstly the call data will show up on the monthly bill for his employer to see. Secondly what app is it? Many of these security apps will not install on a rooted device/custom rom. Our work one does not. Location wise he can just turn off he location from the menu.
If he can root just install a privacy app like lbe security and stop the company app from seeing anything.

First time owner of an Android device, have a couple of questions

I've been an iPhone user for years but I've always wanted to move on to Android because of how much more freedom it provides compared to IOS. Jailbreaking was somewhat simple to do but Apple would be quick to patch that out and they are just so restrictive, on top of having weak hardware it was enough for me to want to move on. I've owned my Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge for a week now and I'm still getting used to this new OS and so far I'm finding the edge screen to be annoying because the way I hold the phone my skin would touch the edge and it would just make the side bar continuously pull out. Anyways I'm looking to get the most out of my new phone.
1. Is there any way for me to prevent my phone from auto updating? yesterday it said there was an update available and I didnt want to immediately rush into updating on the chance I would be missing out on rooting my device but then a couple of hours later my phone would light up and it would update all my applications as well as the firmware without my consent. As wonderful as that sounds I would prefer to make that choice myself so I dont accidentally update past a firmware where its possible to root. Even after updating is it possible to rollback at all or no? My device is now on 6.0.1 so I hope I'm not too screwed.
2. I have some preinstalled apps I am positive I will never use in my life such as Uber (I drive my own car) and Facebook (I dont have Facebook and dont plan on it anytime soon). I saw options to disable it but I would prefer if it was outright deleted so is it possible? I would like to save on the space that it takes up no matter how minuscule that may be especially on apps that are just dead weight.
My phone is Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge and my service provider is AT&T.

I'm exactly in the same boat as you, having just moved to Samsung/Android after using iphones since it's first release. It feels so great to have the freedom that comes with the S7 Edge.
I too found the edge screen to be annoying, but as soon as I bought my case ( OtterBox Commuter) that issue you describe quickly dissapeared, I beleive any case will deliver the same result, as you'd been griping the actual case and not the edge screen .
There is a way to disable your play store updates through the play store settings.
As far as firmware updates you can control these in the Settings - About options. However I don't beleive that Android updates are there to plug any capabilities of rooting Android, from my understanding as long as the baseband is unlocked, and that will depend on which version of the Edge you have then it will remain rootable regardless of any software updates pushed. However someone with more android experience is probably best to confirm this.
I'm suprised that your device came pre-installed with Uber and Facebook, I had to install them through play store and likewise am able to uninstall them. There is an app called package disabler in the app store but as the name suggests it only disables them which you say you have the option to anyway. I beleive a root will be able to fix that.
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first time android user
To be very honest i did hands on many android smartphone but my love to windows phone always increase respectively
. Do you really think a hard core windows lover its gonna be easy to sift at android .

On the T-Mobile version you can hit postpone when it pops up and then schedule it.

Thank you ih8un for your response. I guess I'll wait until rooting becomes available in order to delete these preinstalled apps.
Can anyone confirm if firmware updates can patch out rooting? If yes how do I disable or prevent firmware updating? I cant seem to find that option anywhere in the settings.

*You have got snapdragon version which have locked bootloader so unless samsung and at&t push out official update that unlock it, it is unlikely your device will get rooted at least not normal method.
1.It is possible but unlikely that new update can make root impossible(assume that your s7 get bootloader unlocked and root by flashing supersu) but if your device get root in special way by using exploits(like jailbreaking ios) update will patch up exploit and disable rooting.
2.Uninstall preinstall app will recover no space for user since system partition has fixed size and separate from data partition.
(Preinstall apps is in system partition. User apps and data is in data partition)
Also once your device is rooted it will list your software as custom and disable ota update.
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@RemixDeluxe couple things.
Package DisablerPro even though they don't uninstall the apps such as Uber it does disable and they won't show up in your folder nor update.
To stop automatic app update go to Playstore settings and check the do not auto update box.
As far as firmware update I took the update so no biggie
Since the bootloader on the G935A ATT is locked down tight I seriously doubt there'll be a root exploit but if someone does find one if you root you won't have to worry about auto updates because the device won't be able to take the OTA.
I use a thin Speck case and Case Mate makes a good case as well and they will eliminate the incidental screen touches.
I've had the Galaxy S series of devices since the S2 and I've got to say in my humble opinion of course you won't find a finer device.
Yes I've owned several other android devices as well.
I've bought the international S7 Edge and that device is fully rootable so if you can come up with the money it's an idea to consider.
Even the Tmobile S7 Edge bootloader is locked down now so that's out of the question.
I hope I've answered some of your questions.
Feel free to hit me up if you have more.
"And on that bombshell!"
Sent from my Smokin G935A

NonXtreme said:
*You have got snapdragon version which have locked bootloader so unless samsung and at&t push out official update that unlock it, it is unlikely your device will get rooted at least not normal method.
1.It is possible but unlikely that new update can make root impossible(assume that your s7 get bootloader unlocked and root by flashing supersu) but if your device get root in special way by using exploits(like jailbreaking ios) update will patch up exploit and disable rooting.
2.Uninstall preinstall app will recover no space for user since system partition has fixed size and separate from data partition.
(Preinstall apps is in system partition. User apps and data is in data partition)
Also once your device is rooted it will list your software as custom and disable ota update.
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I'm confused by your post, I thought rooting the phone was the equivalent to jailbreaking on IOS as in it makes the device open source but by no means is it official by the developers of the OS.
So are you saying I can only disable updates once my phone is rooted? I mean how would I stop it in the first place so I can get root to begin with? sounds like a catch 22.

s7freak said:
@RemixDeluxe couple things.
Package DisablerPro even though they don't uninstall the apps such as Uber it does disable and they won't show up in your folder nor update.
To stop automatic app update go to Playstore settings and check the do not auto update box.
As far as firmware update I took the update so no biggie
Since the bootloader on the G935A ATT is locked down tight I seriously doubt there'll be a root exploit but if someone does find one if you root you won't have to worry about auto updates because the device won't be able to take the OTA.
I use a thin Speck case and Case Mate makes a good case as well and they will eliminate the incidental screen touches.
I've had the Galaxy S series of devices since the S2 and I've got to say in my humble opinion of course you won't find a finer device.
Yes I've owned several other android devices as well.
I've bought the international S7 Edge and that device is fully rootable so if you can come up with the money it's an idea to consider.
Even the Tmobile S7 Edge bootloader is locked down now so that's out of the question.
I hope I've answered some of your questions.
Feel free to hit me up if you have more.
"And on that bombshell!"
Sent from my Smokin G935A
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I dont care about applications updating since that doesnt affect the OS in terms of exploits but for firmware updates I want to be able to not update because I imagine Samsung or AT&T (whoever it concerns) would not want their customers to root their devices and have open souce access they arent suppose to have. Maybe I'm too used to Apple stomping out jailbreak and I should ease up with Android updates, this is all new to me so forgive my lack of understanding.

RemixDeluxe said:
I dont care about applications updating since that doesnt affect the OS in terms of exploits but for firmware updates I want to be able to not update because I imagine Samsung or AT&T (whoever it concerns) would not want their customers to root their devices and have open souce access they arent suppose to have. Maybe I'm too used to Apple stomping out jailbreak and I should ease up with Android updates, this is all new to me so forgive my lack of understanding.
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Honestly I doubt very seriously if there will be root for the ATT, Verizon, TMO s7 edge. Just like the s6 edge or Note5. There was root for a very short period for the s6 edge but the exploit was patched very quickly. It seems devs aren't even trying to find root for ATT devices since the bootloaders are so tightly locked.
As far as updates to the OS since root isn't available there's no worry about exploits being patched.
It sucks tremendously but the major carriers are more concerned with security than anything else.
Tomorrow my ATT s7 edge is going back to the corporate store and from now on I'll be buying the international versions outright.
I've been lucky since I've had a couple other devices that I was able to sell on Swappa to offset the cost.
"And on that bombshell!"
Sent from my Smokin G935A

I really wanted to root my device, its half the fun of owning a new device and this really bums me out I may possible never get to experience that.
So am I completely screwed out of rooting or do you think there will be some workarounds in the foreseeable future?
Thanks for keeping me informed.

RemixDeluxe said:
I really wanted to root my device, its half the fun of owning a new device and this really bums me out I may possible never get to experience that.
So am I completely screwed out of rooting or do you think there will be some workarounds in the foreseeable future?
Thanks for keeping me informed.
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Never underestimate the xda community even if it looks grim now I'm keeping a positive outlook that us variants will eventually have root. But maybe that's just wishful thinking. But there are plenty of modifications and customization options available to us without the need of root.

I have a couple of requests in regards to some applications if anyone would be generous enough to suggest anything.
1. Are there any applications to get free inapp purchases without root?
2. Anyway to stop ads in apps or while viewing youtube videos? I've tried a few adblockers but they dont seem to do much if anything at all.
3. I used this app on my iPhone called Mewseek which allowed you to download music on the fly and listen to it instantly. Is there any equivalent of that on Android?

[MARCH 10] Good Lock 2019 with Android Pie support

Good Lock 2019 with Android Pie support is finally here.
Many Good Lock fans were not excited to see that most of its apps and plugins no longer functioned properly when the*One UI beta*was released for the Galaxy S9 last year. The development team later confirmed that they were working to make Good Lock compatible with Android Pie.
For those who are unaware, Good Lock provides users with an array for customizable features for their handset. The first ever Good Lock app was released in 2016 with compatibility for Android 6.0 Marshmallow. Samsung then*updated the app in 2018 with support for Android 8.0.
The core features in Good Lock*include Quickstar, Lockstar, Task Changer, Routines, Clockface, Edge Touch, Edge Lighting and more. The development team has said that the updated version brings some improvements for these features as well.
Task Changer gets new styles for recent apps while MultiStar enables some of the Multi Window functionality that was removed from Pie due to some Google policy. Much of the functionality remains the same so you’ll be familiar with it if you have used Good Lock 2018.
Good Lock 2019 does not remove geographical restrictions. It’s only available to users in the United States, South Korea, Australia, Singapore, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Samsung’s list of supported markets isn’t complete but some other markets like India do have it as well. It can be downloaded there*from the Galaxy Store.
Do keep in mind that Good Lock 2019 with Android Pie support is available for the Galaxy Note 9 and older flagships running Pie. It does not work with the Galaxy S10 currently. An update will be released later with support for the new flagship series. Those who have Good Lock installed already can update from within the app or get the APKs and install them manually.
Link to all Apks [Updated March 10]
https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1r9IU9PPaCobqr6hf6l6bJES6axwucgFV

My some Ss

More Ss from My Setup on S8+ Oreo

How do we get it?

Goodlock not work

muppetmaster916 said:
How do we get it?
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Has_anDroid said:
Goodlock not work
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First Go Here to download files then intall them one by one.
https://wetransfer.com/downloads/5ef2727cdf87c8fe225421b22b3f1a8a20180615131746/44936f
TUTORIAL :
What you want to do is hold down on the home screen on Nova Launcher and hit widgets. Then, choose the activities widget. Then once it loads, look for the apps that you have installed. The list of the ones I have been able to found are: Lockstar, One Hand Operation+, QuickStar, Routines. Edge Lighting+ and Edge Touch have their own icons.
Good Luck

You don't need nova for this to work, Download https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sika524.android.quickshortcut
Then click on try in the app.
How to install Samsung Good Lock 2018 on Samsung Galaxy phones running Oreo
Download and install the files contained in this .zip file.(https://wetransfer.com/downloads/5ef2727cdf87c8fe225421b22b3f1a8a20180615131746/44936f)
Install QuickShortcutMaker from the Google Play Store and open it. You are going to need to do this every time you want to change settings for some good lock features because the Good Lock UI is broken in any country that isn’t South Korea.
There are different app names for each feature to change. You need to do this for LockStar (Lock Screen Options), Routines, QuickStar (Quick Settings Options), and Task Changer (Recents Menu Options.) You can click on this then select the first activity in the list. Then click the button that says Try, it will open the settings and allow you to use the Good Lock tools. You will need to do this every time you want to change the settings until Samsung releases Good Lock for other countries.

Can somebody help me with the lockstar app ? It won't show a clock and I can't select apps . Don't know what's wrong with it .
The clock is activated in the show tab so it's not that
Any ideas what apps or settings maybe conflicts with the lockstar ?

Good Lock 2018 on Nougat
Hi guys, I made run Good Lock on Nougat. It makes me create new combinations, but when i press apply the app crashes. I think it's because it is not made for working with android 7.0, but if me, 12 years old boy, could run it on a non-compatible version of android, i think and hope someone could help me to customizate my android nougat. My device is Samsung Galaxy tab S2( SM-T719). I made it run on Nogat by writing 24 Sdk version instead 26 on the configuration of EVERY apk file. Thank you for your future help!?

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Hi guys, I made run Good Lock on Nougat. It makes me create new combinations, but when i press apply the app crashes. I think it's because it is not made for working with android 7.0, but if me, 12 years old boy, could run it on a non-compatible version of android, i think and hope someone could help me to customizate my android nougat. My device is Samsung Galaxy tab S2( SM-T719). I made it run on Nogat by writing 24 Sdk version instead 26 on the configuration of EVERY apk file. Thank you for your future help!?
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cloner app can make it for u!!

CovasPs said:
cloner app can make it for u!!
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Can make it work on nougat or can make i run on nougat???
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CovasPs said:
cloner app can make it for u!!
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Can do what?

This is now available to every one on the Galaxy Apps store. I installed it around 4AM this morning, and I'm using a T-Mobile Galaxy S8+ on latest Oreo. EdgeLighting+ is pretty cool, too!

TheLastSidekick said:
This is now available to every one on the Galaxy Apps store. I installed it around 4AM this morning, and I'm using a T-Mobile Galaxy S8+ on latest Oreo. EdgeLighting+ is pretty cool, too!
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Not on the samsung app store UK yet.

scott.eden said:
Not on the samsung app store UK yet.
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Sorry, must be a regional release, I assumed once we got it nearly every one would as Samsung takes a while with rollouts for anything US lol

Op Updated With Latest n Easy method
Enjoy
Dont Forget to Hit Thanks Button

Thanks, works like a charm. Waiting for the official release from Sammy!

Got it this morning from galaxy app store. Working great. I'm on at&t official in the US.

Any indications yet as to if/when it'll be in the UK/Ireland store?

Works great, thanx! The best thing is that you can install only the apk's you need (in my case only the task changer and quickstar)

New Good Lock CLOCK FACE Addon Adds new Faces for Always On Display & Lockscreen.
Op Updated For Link :fingers-crossed:
Check Ss Below :fingers-crossed: