I have tried to run this feature, but it stays still impossible to enter in menu saying, that this feature is based on some seeting in device manager, where are sitting in my case 4 apps like Cerberus, Google finder etc. but any additional chance to set up anything.
Thx for sharing your experience. This is quite sad, because this handy feature I have run on SIII with CNM and liked it...
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Hello,
Our school district is looking into getting some Android Powered Tablets for us, the techs to use. We need to be able to lock them down (school policy and if the teachers eventually get them), from app installs to wifi usage. We have iPads restricted using the iPhone configuration tool.
anyways, I found online the Device_Admin code/api but I have no idea how to implement it or get it to work. In Android 2.2 there's the option under Settings/Location and Security to set the Admin but nothing is in there.
I have no idea how to code and neither does the other guy I'm working with on this. Is there an easy way to get this setup and configured so we can manage Android Devices on our Network?
Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
Do you mean this API: http://developer.android.com/guide/topics/admin/device-admin.html ?
As far as I understand it allows to manage password strength, lock timeout, immediate lock and device wipe only. So no restrictions for "app installs, wifi usage" etc. Maybe I'm wrong.
IF that's all it does then maybe that's not what we want.
Is there software/API..etc... that we can use to "lock" the devices down?
Interesting question, could you specify exactly all features you need?
We're thinking to develop some kind of parent control app for Android, so your request for app is looking very similar.
Correct me if i'm wrong, but isn't locking down an android device pretty much impossible?
You can lock down the ROM (probably) but that wont stop someone flashing a custom recovery image, backing up the data, then flashing a new ROM (provided the tablet can be rooted).
To fully lock it down wouldn't you have to lock the bootloader and recovery image so that they need a password to be used? I'm not sure that's possible.
We're not so much looking to completely lock down the device. Honestly if the Teachers get these I doubt they'll try and mod the Bootloader or load ROM's. But we are looking to, if the teachers get them and even other techs get them to use we want to lock them down in a way that prevents them from install unapproved apps, restrict purchasing apps and accessing Wifi/Marker.
We have 10 or so iPads in our district, they are locked down by a policy we push to the pad when WE set them up. It restricts the App Store, removes Safari Browser and doesn't allow app install. It also uses our LightSpeed browser settings so that they can't get to "naughty" or other such sites.
After quick research it seems that you need custom ROM or at least rooted phone where standard browser, market etc are removed and some configuration parameters are hard coded. Also keep in mind that there's no lightspeed guide browser app for android, only for ipad, iphone. I would say there's a lot of work.
So last night I flashed my nook Color with CM7...works great, love that my nook is now a full featured tab instead of an eReader with some tab features...I have a few questions though:
1. Netflix installed fine, however any video I play is very out of sync and a bit choppy. I'm sitting right next to my router (wireless N 300, 30Mbit connection from my ISP)...is there a workaround?
2. Is there any way to get the stock nook store app back? I tried 'nook reader for Android', but upon first launch it said that the books that I already had weren't compatible with my device, and upon subsequent launches I can't click anything, it freezes as soon as it opens.
3. No matter how many times I set it/reboot my device, I cannot make 'screen unlock protection' work. I've tried the 4 digit code, pattern, and password, and upon setting any of them, turning the screen off and back on, it goes straight to the home screen with no need to unlock.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Not sure I am going to be much help but as far as the Netflix issue, you may need to change your build prop to reflect a different model/manufacture. I did this before and I have not had an issue yet. Here is the link for that in the forums: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1078123&highlight=Netflix
You may also want to try the rotation build ones. For the Nook Color I love them because my case folds one way, and the rotation allows for proper viewing. Here is the link for that:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178425.
I personally use the pattern lock on my device and do not have any issues. Though I think at one point I did (old age getting the best of me), and I am wondering if it works because I use ADWLauncher home screen.
I never really liked the Nook Reader and use only the Aldiko Reader so I cannot answer you on that either.
prozac4312 said:
3. No matter how many times I set it/reboot my device, I cannot make 'screen unlock protection' work. I've tried the 4 digit code, pattern, and password, and upon setting any of them, turning the screen off and back on, it goes straight to the home screen with no need to unlock.
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Settings-> cynogenmod settings-> Tablet Tweaks-> uncheck disable lockscreen
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• Secure locking of your smartphone
• Hide your personal data when sharing your mobile with your friends, by enabling guest log in option to your mobile
• Honor 7 back cover is well designed with metallic surface body. The surface is with salient point design, wear-resistant, anti-skidding, dust-proof, anti-fingerprint and easy to clean. Protects your phone against scratches, dust, dirt and other minor damages in daily use.
• The Honor 7's fingerprint sensor also has something in store even for fingers that have not been enrolled. For example, a long tap can send you back home, sliding down will also slide down the notification panel, while sliding up brings up recent apps. This is definitely more than what more common sensors allow and is a great way to reuse that small space.
Interesting tips...thanks.
Also individual apps can be locked and protected. I've got mine set up with the fingerprint unlock for sensitive apps. Works great!
On previous devices I had to use a third party app from the play store and a password to unlock each app. Now it is so quick and easy.
and somebody starts a new thread / topic just to inform about it??
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Thanks, I didn't know that, and used finger print locking, however there are a few bugs with the guest account
1.if using nova launcher, if the app is locked, the desktop shortcut will disappear permanently (administration account won't solve it, but it can still be accessed through the launcher)
2.setting can still be accessed, which is not great for guest
But there is no Open Mode / Secure Mode option available, like some android ROMs have and I think stock Google also has. It is good when your official really needs to be separate from personal work
I do not have an Android head unit yet but I've been looking into security options. Case use examples where you'd want security, if you need to leave your car with a service centre; if you let a family member or friend use the vehicle; worst case scenario if it gets stolen. In all scenarios people would have access to your Google account (Gmail, Play Store, Calendar etc).
So far the solutions I've seen are:
1. Don't use your primary Google account. This is the most secure, but also the least convenient.
2. Using AppLock and other apps. I haven't tried this on any Android device so I don't know how truly secure it is at locking sensitive apps and data. I'm not even sure how convenient it really is.
Here's an idea for a third option for Lollipop and above head units, that in theory is the most elegant solution provided they have the same security functionality as the stock Android OS.
1. Enable the lock screen feature in the Android settings so it requires a pin to login.
2. Employ the smart lock feature in Android so the head unit unlocks when it detects a trusted device, such as a Bluetooth connection with your smartphone, your Fitbit, etc.
3. Add a guest user account to the head unit for times when someone else will use the car so they can still use basic features, but not access your sensitive data.
I'm not sure how this would affect boot time, or if the aforementioned security features have been disabled in these head units, etc. Let me know if this would work.
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I do not have an Android head unit yet but I've been looking into security options. Case use examples where you'd want security, if you need to leave your car with a service centre; if you let a family member or friend use the vehicle; worst case scenario if it gets stolen. In all scenarios people would have access to your Google account (Gmail, Play Store, Calendar etc).
So far the solutions I've seen are:
1. Don't use your primary Google account. This is the most secure, but also the least convenient.
2. Using AppLock and other apps. I haven't tried this on any Android device so I don't know how truly secure it is at locking sensitive apps and data. I'm not even sure how convenient it really is.
Here's an idea for a third option for Lollipop and above head units, that in theory is the most elegant solution provided they have the same security functionality as the stock Android OS.
1. Enable the lock screen feature in the Android settings so it requires a pin to login.
2. Employ the smart lock feature in Android so the head unit unlocks when it detects a trusted device, such as a Bluetooth connection with your smartphone, your Fitbit, etc.
3. Add a guest user account to the head unit for times when someone else will use the car so they can still use basic features, but not access your sensitive data.
I'm not sure how this would affect boot time, or if the aforementioned security features have been disabled in these head units, etc. Let me know if this would work.
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Have you been able to get this working? I am also looking for a similar solution to stay secure while keeping primary Google account.
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Have you been able to get this working? I am also looking for a similar solution to stay secure while keeping primary Google account.
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The unit I've got had half of the Settings menu disabled, including Lockscreen. Before I rooted it and installed normal settings I used activity shortcut to get to the hidden menu options. I described it here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=73282307&postcount=6
For some reason unlock with trusted devices mostly doesn't work. But overall it works and device is not accessible unless you enter pin.
Since updating to Android Pie, apps need user confirmation when changing system settings like turning on bluetooth.
This defeats the purpose of automating processes with apps like tasker.
Had been looking for the solution on the web for a while and had not found any posts providing a solution.
I saw others with similar problems, but no solution that worked.
I found a solution and want to share it here.
The issue can be resolved in the following manner.
You need to give the specific app permission to write system settings.
Go to Settings>Apps>Apps.
Press the three dots at the top right.
Special Access>Write System Settings
Search for the app (e.g. Tasker)
Activate the setting for the app.
When the app activates Bluetooth, it will no longer ask for user confirmation.
Hope this helps people out there.
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Hi in my case it doesn't work.
Honor 8 pro with Android 9.0.1.161, using an NFC tag that turns Bluetooth on or off, using the "NFC Task" app, whenever the system displays a screen with the text "NFC task wants to enable / disable bluetooth" and two choices "allow" or "refuse".
Steps dont work in my Huawei Y9 2019, with Android 9.01, any other suggestion?, write access settings are ON for all the apps that needs bluetooth, but bluetooth keeps asking the same, aprove or deny...
Same here, Mate 20 X. Had this already turned on.
Don't Work P30 Pro Android 10
Anyone was able to find a solution?