[APP][WIP] Debloated ES File Explorer (No spying, weird popups, etc) - Android Software Development

(If you don't want to wait, I see someone's uploaded v3 right here. There's also a solution on the app store called Solid Explorer. Dev is really great as well as the app, and it works with systemless root.)
Hello. If you're like me, you've been using ES for a really long time. It's a really stable solution, and since I have nothing to do, why not debloat one of the best file managers made?
First off, I removed some unnecessary permissions from "app_permissions_en.txt". Saved the new one as *.txt, and the old one as *.txt.old (* being app_permissions_en). The thing is, I don't know if some of the ones I removed are required for root functionality, so that's why I saved the original one separately. There was a "dxsomething" folder with an image for an ad, so I deleted that.
There's a .txt file name lc.txt, and it has this text in it: "d8JH9lPQkvto1uYe", anyone know what that is? Not bothering with it until I need to.
I'm going to stop here, test if basic file manager functionality works, and I'll get back to this thread.
Edit: yeah I've abandoned this project for various reasons. I haven't really had the time to work on it. sorry to everyone :/

You are doing a nice job mate, upload the debloated file and we can test it, cheers

vtec303 said:
You are doing a nice job mate, upload the debloated file and we can test it, cheers
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Will do once I ensure it actually runs. Forgot my Nexus 5 wasn't rooted so I had to reroot it in order to install to /data/app and such.

Anybody else able to get es to run root? It keeps saying it failed the test and doesn't support my device it's always supported it.....anybody?
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dinaps86 said:
Anybody else able to get es to run root? It keeps saying it failed the test and doesn't support my device it's always supported it.....anybody?
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Are you talking about the v3 in the OP? I am running v3 that [MENTION=285188]kernelpanic_ suggested in the OP and i am able to run as root. Did you uninstall the play version?
@kernelpanic_ thanks for the suggestion. Awaiting your upload to test.

Related

Ad blocking script

Hi.
One of the main reasons I wanted my Arc rooted was to block the ads that take up screen space and I never read anyway.
This thread is about a current script but it doesn't work on the Arc because it apparently needs the paths changing.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=664532
anyone feel up to doing this for us?
Cheers :-D
things in that thread can be applied to almost any Android phone.
But instead of manually doing it, why don't you do this with AdFree from Market?
Cheers, didn't know about this app; will give it a go
Hi
I know it is an old thread, but does adfree still work on your SE Arc?
I have installed Adfree but still got all the ads. I am using stockfirmware (2.3.3), rooted of course. And added Adfree to the super user list.
Still works on my 2.3.4, worked on cm7 2.3.7, and has worked on any rooted phone I've had. Did you install from the market or restore from titanium backup? If you restore to a different rom don't restore with data, it'll appear to run but not have any effect.
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Personally I would recommend against using Ad blocking software. Because developers get revenue for these ads. It's least we can do to support them.
ShyamSasi said:
Personally I would recommend against using Ad blocking software. Because developers get revenue for these ads. It's least we can do to support them.
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I totally agree with you, that we should support developers. And if a app exist in a donate/buy version I always prefer that over a ad financed version. But when browsing I'm getting sick and tired of all the ads. Though, I now site owners also need ads to finance their website.
Jorgensen said:
I have installed Adfree but still got all the ads. I am using stockfirmware (2.3.3), rooted of course. And added Adfree to the super user list.
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Have you actually run the app and used it to download/install the hosts file necessary to actually block ads, or did you just install it?
Step666 said:
Have you actually run the app and used it to download/install the hosts file necessary to actually block ads, or did you just install it?
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Installed, downloaded host files, and created symlink between /etc/hosts and /system/etc/hosts. When I view the different host files they contain all the entries from Adfree. When I compare with my Magic - where it works - I can't find any differences in host files. I must admit I have now given up.
It works for me
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[VIDEO Overviews and How To's] ASUS Transformer Pad 300 (TF300T)

Hey XDA Folks, we have a YouTube channel where we normally film ROM overviews for the LG G2x as well as the HTC Sensation. Just today, I bought the TF300 as my "go to" Android Device and so far I am very pleased!
It is a powerful device, without having any signal issues and it has a pretty decent price tag. Down below, we will be posting vids as Development options become available. So far, we only have the ROOT method, which is simply to run an APK and a Tweaked Build.prop which, is literally renaming the old one, and copying the edited version to /system.
Anyway, take a look at our vids and more videos will be coming in the near future
How to Flash Jelly Bean (seanzscreams Hydro ROM) on the ASUS TF300
Unboxing and Mini Review
How to ROOT: Using Sparkyroot (ONLY on .17 Firmware)
How to add the Custom Build.Prop
How to UNLOCK and Flash a Custom Recovery (Team Win Recovery Project)
How to Flash ClockWorksMod Recovery + ROOT ( Works on ALL Fimrware )
CUSTOM ROM OVERVIEWS:
Seanzscreams' Stock Based, Hydro-Ponic:
Version 3.5:
scrosler's Stock Based, CleanROM:
Version 1.1 (ICS):
Version 2.0 (JB):
makelegs' JellyBro CM10 Skang:
Nightly August 4th 2012:
If this helped in any way, please feel free to press the THANKS button and if you do happen to have a few clicks to spare, please go to our channel to LIKE, COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE as we'd really appreciate it, Thanks in advance ​
Nice video. I was really thinking about buying one for myself.
htc-one said:
Nice video. I was really thinking about buying one for myself.
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Thanks man! And hey, if it turns out that you need one, definitely buy it
Bump!
New video on How To Root
Awesome videos, thanks!
atiatinini said:
Awesome videos, thanks!
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Thanks man!
Thanks for the videos!
I'm having a problem though with the custom build.prop process. My TF300 is rooted - or at least SparkyRoot and Voodoo OTA RootKeeper both say that it is - and I was able to restore root with Voodoo after updating to .29 last night. But I don't get the permissions dialog when opening ES File Explorer, and I get "operation failed" when I try to rename build.prop to build.prop.bak.
Any ideas?
EDIT: Problem solved. I used Root Browser instead, noproblem reanaming the file. Not sure what the problem was with ES File Explorer.
overtheair said:
Thanks for the videos!
I'm having a problem though with the custom build.prop process. My TF300 is rooted - or at least SparkyRoot and Voodo OTA RootKeeper both say that it is - and I was able to restore root with Voodo after updating to .29 last night. But I don't get the permissions dialog when opening ES File Explorer, and I get "operation failed" when I try to rename build.prop to build.prop.bak.
Any ideas?
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Hmm, haven't come across that error before. How about reinstalling ES File Explorer and as soon as you open it it should prompt you for ROOT Access. If it doesn't then go to the Settings and look for the "Enable Root explorer" option. Now it that fails, download another File Manager that has Root browsing capabilities. Hope this helps
AllAboutAndroids said:
How about reinstalling ES File Explorer and as soon as you open it it should prompt you for ROOT Access. If it doesn't then go to the Settings and look for the "Enable Root explorer" option. Now it that fails, download another File Manager that has Root browsing capabilities.
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I didn't try reinstalling ES FE, but I did reboot a couple of times, and also tried the enable root option in settings. None of that helped, so I gave up trying with ES FE and installed Root Browser Lite, which worked flawlessly.
Good videos, very simple and very instructable.
Now i know what is the first to do when i'll get my tablet (very soon, 2nd June).
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I didn't try reinstalling ES FE, but I did reboot a couple of times, and also tried the enable root option in settings. None of that helped, so I gave up trying with ES FE and installed Root Browser Lite, which worked flawlessly.
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Haha, sweet
daioros said:
Good videos, very simple and very instructable.
Now i know what is the first to do when i'll get my tablet (very soon, 2nd June).
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Thanks man! More will be up in the future, such as unlocking bootloader and hopefully soon, custom ROMs
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overtheair said:
Thanks for the videos!
I'm having a problem though with the custom build.prop process. My TF300 is rooted - or at least SparkyRoot and Voodoo OTA RootKeeper both say that it is - and I was able to restore root with Voodoo after updating to .29 last night. But I don't get the permissions dialog when opening ES File Explorer, and I get "operation failed" when I try to rename build.prop to build.prop.bak.
Any ideas?
EDIT: Problem solved. I used Root Browser instead, noproblem reanaming the file. Not sure what the problem was with ES File Explorer.
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If you'd like to use ES File Explorer in the future, make sure you go into settings and mount /system as writable, and enable root browser. This will allow the renaming, and if you want to change the permissions just long press and hit properties.
TXKSSnapper said:
If you'd like to use ES File Explorer in the future, make sure you go into settings and mount /system as writable, and enable root browser. This will allow the renaming, and if you want to change the permissions just long press and hit properties.
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Thanks a lot for that explanation. It will help anybody trying to follow this build.prop video who isn't familiar with how ES File Explorer handles permissions.
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Quicky Update:
Just a message to inform that ASUS released the Bootloader Unlocking Tool, Team Cyanogen has gotten a fully working ClockWorksMod Recovery AND there is already an Official CM9 ROM for the TF300, still experimental but hey, Custom ROMs ftw
Videos will be out on those thingamajigs this coming weekend
AllAboutAndroids said:
Quicky Update:
Just a message to inform that ASUS released the Bootloader Unlocking Tool, Team Cyanogen has gotten a fully working ClockWorksMod Recovery AND there is already an Official CM9 ROM for the TF300, still experimental but hey, Custom ROMs ftw
Videos will be out on those thingamajigs this coming weekend
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Yes plz.
And thanks for the root vid.
10010110 said:
Yes plz.
And thanks for the root vid.
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Haha no problem
And thanks for watching them!
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OP, where did you get that tablet & keyboard bundle?? I saw on your video that both of them came in the same box.
Vukadmos said:
OP, where did you get that tablet & keyboard bundle?? I saw on your video that both of them came in the same box.
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Hey man! I live in Toronto, Canada and got the Bundle at my local Best Buy. There were only 2 options. Tablet only for $399 or bundled with the keyboard for $519. There wasn't a separate box for the Dock. However, after researching online it showed that it cost $149 for the dock which is RIDICULOUS in my opinion but anyway...turns out that I saved quite a bit getting the bundle
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Hey man! I live in Toronto, Canada and got the Bundle at my local Best Buy. There were only 2 options. Tablet only for $399 or bundled with the keyboard for $519. There wasn't a separate box for the Dock. However, after researching online it showed that it cost $149 for the dock which is RIDICULOUS in my opinion but anyway...turns out that I saved quite a bit getting the bundle
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Yeah that bundle looks like a good deal. I'll see if I find one in my local BB, but didn't see it the last time I went.
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Vukadmos said:
Yeah that bundle looks like a good deal. I'll see if I find one in my local BB, but didn't see it the last time I went.
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Well, I wish you luck

Nexus 5x Camera

A reddit user has gotten a hold of a Nexus 5x early, and posted the new Google Camera. I know a lot of people have been interested in getting a hold of the apk to hopefully get it to run on the Nexus 6, so I figured I'd share.
"EDIT 2: Here's the Google Camera apk you've been asking for. I tried to upload to APKMirror but it told me it needs to be non-odexed."
APK:
https://mega.nz/#!F1UTEICL!G1YUhqocuz5IKnViLyCdOPpcOMTgN_-9v_hZ92LkXHQ
Odex file:
https://mega.nz/#!wtMVEDyb!Uyq5f7CFXeixB7MiEVgmQmgg_riWX8ibYFdj0Ih64_E
https://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/3p07st/i_have_a_nexus_5x_ask_me_whatever_youd_like_about/
Thanks! Will test and report back
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tried straight up installing it on stock non rooted M and got app was not installed
Might have to push Camera apk plush Odex file to the system.
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Might have to push Camera apk plush Odex file to the system.
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Definitely worth a try, or if someone has time to deodex it that might work. I want to play around with it more, but I have to go to work, hopefully someone can get it running by the time I'm done!:good:
would you have to be rooted to push this?
you do realize that its just the google camera? you wont get any new features, as itll only show the features that are actually possible from your phone, just like the play store version. lol.
Wasn't sure if it was like moto camera in the play store, and how its limited to certain devices. I figured it could be a newer version than is currently available to all devices in that regard. The current published version is 2.7.008, the one posted is 3.0.026. It could at least have the updated UI, regardless of features.
Google will release Camera v3 for all devices running L and M, since its their first version to use the new Camera2 API. They could do it next week or it could take months, who knows.
If we're lucky, it'll somehow enable the Nexus 6 to do high-speed video recording as well... since as far as i'm aware, the hardware is capable of it, just no software support yet.
And am i the only one who's annoyed that pictures you take STILL look like crap when zoomed in using Google's Photos app?
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If we're lucky, it'll somehow enable the Nexus 6 to do high-speed video recording as well... since as far as i'm aware, the hardware is capable of it, just no software support yet.
And am i the only one who's annoyed that pictures you take STILL look like crap when zoomed in using Google's Photos app?
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why do you use the google photos app? i dont use it. i use the aosp gallery . and its working on marshmallow!
You have a link for where to download the latest version? Or is it in the Play Store as well? I've always used the gallery app before, but I've been running stock Marshmallow since it came out. Kinda waiting for the Slim team to get some 6.0 lovin before I switch back to custom roms.
i was waiting for the camera to be ported but from 6P since its the one with slowmo capability, 5X doesnt!
but still good if we can run this one. gonna wait for success results.
it dose not installed
I tried to push the apk and odex to /system/app/ but there is no space for it (16MB empty space)
freesoul27 said:
I tried to push the apk and odex to /system/app/ but there is no space for it (16MB empty space)
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thats a known issue.
either remove some system apps (google apps) using titanium backup or similar app or go into TWRP and resize the system partition.
woomera said:
thats a known issue.
either remove some system apps (google apps) using titanium backup or similar app or go into TWRP and resize the system partition.
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Thanks for advice.
elementaldragon said:
You have a link for where to download the latest version? Or is it in the Play Store as well? I've always used the gallery app before, but I've been running stock Marshmallow since it came out. Kinda waiting for the Slim team to get some 6.0 lovin before I switch back to custom roms.
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http://www.simms.derkernel.com/gallery.apk
woomera said:
thats a known issue.
either remove some system apps (google apps) using titanium backup or similar app or go into TWRP and resize the system partition.
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Finally got through doing that. Copied the apk into /system/app/GoogleCamera and the .odex into the folder inside there that contained the previous .odex. Rebooted and still cannot find the app in drawer/search or anywhere...any help?
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Finally got through doing that. Copied the apk into /system/app/GoogleCamera and the .odex into the folder inside there that contained the previous .odex. Rebooted and still cannot find the app in drawer/search or anywhere...any help?
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You might have to fix the permissions. We also might just be SOL for now.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/themes-apps/camera-3-0-nexus-5x-t3226936

Err_Connection_Refused after Bad Santa Root (LG-LS997)

I'm having issues with my browser giving me the error "ERR_CONNECTION_REFUSED" on some sites. Tumblr in particular. I have tried to change DNS on my phone with no luck and tried to use a VPN with same results. I noticed this with the Tumblr app when I tried to login that it would give me an error saying I'm not connected to a network. Other sites seem fine like Google, Facebook, etc.. but with Tumblr, and more (dare I say) adult sites are giving me this error. Not sure how i would go about fixing this and everywhere I have looked so far has giving me no solution to this. Is this a result from rooting, or am I just oblivious to the solution. Anything the would help would be appreciated.
Are you using the custom rom or trying to use your stock one? The stock one is broken(for now)
If you are using the custom rom try formatting your data and see if that fixes it. Dirtysanta methods need to be done from a clean install only.
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Are you using the custom rom or trying to use your stock one? The stock one is broken(for now)
If you are using the custom rom try formatting your data and see if that fixes it. Dirtysanta methods need to be done from a clean install only.
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I followed the tut. from the dirty santa thread and used the LS997-deODEXd-signed as it was stated to be used on my sprint lg v20. Im still new to android device rooting and all so im not sure if it was a custom rom or stock one i used. I formated the data on my phone when doing this process byt ill do it again when im able to get to my pc.
Chips98 said:
I followed the tut. from the dirty santa thread and used the LS997-deODEXd-signed as it was stated to be used on my sprint lg v20. Im still new to android device rooting and all so im not sure if it was a custom rom or stock one i used. I formated the data on my phone when doing this process byt ill do it again when im able to get to my pc.
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You are on the custom rom like you should be. Did you flash the updated kernel in my second post?(Konverged kernel)
me2151 said:
You are on the custom rom like you should be. Did you flash the updated kernel in my second post?(Konverged kernel)
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Oh my theres a second post? I got to the part saying it was successfully rooted and stopped. Ill definatly give it a look see once i get home and post results. Thanks again for the info!
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You are on the custom rom like you should be. Did you flash the updated kernel in my second post?(Konverged kernel)
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Mkay so i read the second post flashed the update and i still get an err_connection_refused error on my browser :s going for a format now
Chips98 said:
Mkay so i read the second post flashed the update and i still get an err_connection_refused error on my browser :s going for a format now
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Hey. Just wait a couple hours. I just finished building a flashable stock rom that is almost fully working(only has static at boot) I need to upload it.
Awesome to hear. Did try a fresh format and still have the error connection refused :s so for now ill wait till you get your files uploaded and see if that would help thanks so far tho
Delete the host file and then
Go and rename the hostfile from .bak ...It's In system/etc
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nexus6r3plicant01 said:
Delete the host file and then
Go and rename the hostfile from .bak ...It's In system/etc
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Just delete it, it will create a new one... It some sort of ad blocking that is creating your problem.
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me2151 said:
Hey. Just wait a couple hours. I just finished building a flashable stock rom that is almost fully working(only has static at boot) I need to upload it.
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nexus6r3plicant01 said:
Delete the host file and then
Go and rename the hostfile from .bak ...It's In system/etc
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Just delete it, it will create a new one... It some sort of ad blocking that is creating your problem.
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Hot damn! This actually worked! I deleted both files from system/etc and I can now get to my blog! Thank you both!
This worked for ke tha k you!

axon 7 euro version Myvoice issue

My Axon 7 European (G) version shows no options in Myvoice. The US version has tons of options. Why the difference? Can I do anything to fix it?
naparama said:
My Axon 7 European (G) version shows no options in Myvoice. The US version has tons of options. Why the difference? Can I do anything to fix it?
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The functionality is gimped in the G/EU versions.
In the EU version it's just voice unlock, US version is far more extensive, have no idea why ZTE insist on fragmenting their user base with such stupidity.
If anyone can extract the .apk from the US rom that would be appreciated.
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Me too
I live in Paris -- my phone came from Germany -- and have the same problem. Would love to know if there is a fix.
Is it possible to load the USA software onto the G version, or something similar?
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Is it possible to load the USA software onto the G version, or something similar?
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Yes you can apparently.
I tried to extract the apk from the full us b29 image from system.new.dat
Unfortunately ImageExtractor constantly crashes when it gets to 'E' so I can only get all the apks from A to E.
If a USA user can either extract or simply backup the apk it would be most appreciated for us G users.
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How would you do that? I have a USA version.
naparama said:
How would you do that? I have a USA version.
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I use ES file explorer which lets you backup any user or system app to a directory.
But the playstore has many similar backup apps dedicated just to backing up apks.
You could perhaps try this one.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ort&pcampaignid=APPU_1_6_yUWLDtHMfQ0gSlopf4Dg
Apk Export
Should just give you a list of installed apps, and then just navigate to MyVoice and it will copy the apk.
Much appreciate if you can manage it.
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Freakstyler said:
I use ES file explorer which lets you backup any user or system app to a directory.
But the playstore has many similar backup apps dedicated just to backing up apks.
You could perhaps try this one.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ort&pcampaignid=APPU_1_6_yUWLDtHMfQ0gSlopf4Dg
Apk Export
Should just give you a list of installed apps, and then just navigate to MyVoice and it will copy the apk.
Much appreciate if you can manage it.
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OK. I have the apk. How do I send it?
http://sendanywhe.re/401L2LOP
See if that works
naparama said:
OK. I have the apk. How do I send it?
http://sendanywhe.re/401L2LOP
See if that works
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Thanks for doing that...
It won't install unfortunately.
But it has still helped me compare the US/Euro versions.
Which in turn has led me to making some progress, It led me too 2x additional apks, One which I have installed, and I can get some of the voice options, although some menus are in English, and some in Chinese.
And some options are crashing, but I can enable voice unlock, or name the assistant, sound unlock, voice memos, weather.
I will need some more time, to see what I can get working well.
I'll keep you posted.
Appreciate the help.
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Sure. Sorry it didn't work. Don't know why they just didn't sell the US version in Europe. It has most if not all the lte bands. Do keep me posted. Friend in Paris having the same problem
naparama said:
Sure. Sorry it didn't work. Don't know why they just didn't sell the US version in Europe. It has most if not all the lte bands. Do keep me posted. Friend in Paris having the same problem
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What's got me confused is....
The apks I managed to extract from a custom rom are called...
HaloSpeech.apk this is identical to the MyVoice.apk you uploaded.
Same version, size etc but named differently....
My G version also called MyVoice.apk is slightly higher version.
These won't install or overwrite my version.
I also came across HaloSpeechBase.apk which is about 50Mb.
This seems to contain the extra and missing voice stuff and installed, and as mentioned I can get to many of the voice functions, some crash and half of them are in Chinese.
I cannot help but think there should be a USA version of this file likely called something like MyVoiceBase.apk or similar and should be about 49Mb.
So perhaps if you could look to see if there perhaps a similar file on yours.
But not sure why the custom us rom i extracted them seems to have Chinese versions. But I will try and keep digging in the meantime.
I have enabled some of the functionality., so am confident this is doable.
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I will take a look
I didn't find anything with base, but I find a Halo file. Here it is http://sendanywhe.re/1S9YPENS
And this is about 49mb
Got nougat yesterday
Hello,
Old thread, but maybe still someone can help around this problem..
I have got G version now, and some of the functions are missing of CH version as My voice, and MI-tools (with ZTE's factory shipped sound meter, calculator etc) and MI-Assistant
Also My Voice (as you called halovoice).
Anyone has it for the G version or someone could export it
from US (halospeech)
and also MI-Tools and MI-Assistant from Chinese version ?
I would really appreciate theese files!
Thanks in advance, AO

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