Android OS Version 2.2, aka Froyo. Only add an operating system tag if your question is truly about the OS!
13
votes
6answers
5k views
Why does my notification bar get stuck on Galaxy S?
The notification bar on my Samsung Galaxy S with Froyo has a nasty habit of getting stuck. When this happens and I try to pull it down, the (I don't know what to call it) "dragging bar" appears, but ...
3
votes
2answers
604 views
Sync birthdays between iCal and Android
I have an HTC Desire and a Mac (10.6, if that matters) and I sync them via Google Contacts.
Many of my contacts in Apple's Address Book.app have a birthday set, but it does not transfer to Google ...
7
votes
2answers
521 views
How do I disable the Market App Fast Web Install feature in my android phone settings?
I do not quite like the Fast Web Install idea of Market app.
I use AppBrain for my app installs and it lets me manually select if-and-when I would like to install or update an app selected from my ...
3
votes
1answer
1k views
How to fix out-of-sync calendar?
I'm using a rooted Samsung Galaxy S (Vibrant) running stock FroYo from T-Mo.
I sync my calendar on the phone with my Google Calendar. I have several different calendars on Google, shared with ...
2
votes
1answer
544 views
Changing SIM card reset/lost stored google password
For troubleshooting reasons, T-Mobile gave me a new SIM card.
After swapping the card, my phone did not know the google password, I had to enter it again.
I tried to research the linkage (is it ...
1
vote
1answer
1k views
How to re-enable the “Clear Defaults” option for applications?
I'm not able to change the default application for voice recording on my Samsung Galaxy S (running the factory installed Android 2.2).
The current settings define the one that was provide with the ...
0
votes
1answer
1k views
Is it possible to install the unofficial Froyo on a Samsung I5800XXJG3 android phone?
I know the official Froyo has not been released, but I see here that you can Install it on samsung phones: ...
1
vote
2answers
451 views
Send/receive or refresh inbox on native email client
Is there such an option for the native email client built into Froyo?
For example, I might send myself a document to the phone via email, and it won't come through straight away. Sometimes I need ...
2
votes
1answer
111 views
Does the HTC Droid Incredible Ship with Android 2.2 (Froyo)?
I am just now ordering the HTC Droid Incredible. Will it come with the 2.2 version of the OS already installed?
2
votes
1answer
569 views
How do I change the delay between rings?
I have an HTC EVO Shift running Android 2.2 (Froyo). When I receive an incoming call the ringtone plays constantly. Each cycle starts immediately after the previous cycle finishes with no delay at ...
5
votes
1answer
7k views
How to force network operator selection once and for all?
I'm using HTC Desire running stock Android 2.2 (with HTCs enhancements). There's a network operation selection in Settings / Wireless & netwokrs / Mobile networks / Network operators, which allows ...
1
vote
2answers
474 views
Are there any performance issues after upgrade from Android 2.1 to 2.2?
I have Samsung Galaxy S GT-i9000, now I want to upgrade its OS from 2.1 to 2.2. However, through Google i have found that many people are facing performance issues after the upgrade. Does anyone have ...
3
votes
2answers
397 views
Always Show Images for Emails
Is it possible to configure the built-in mail or Gmail clients to always display images?
2
votes
1answer
434 views
What program can I use to compress (zip,rar…) and password protect files on my Android Froyo
I was just sending a backup via mail to my Google account.
This backup contained readable information (csv format) from sensitive data.
Does anyone knows of a program to compress files (in .zip ...
1
vote
2answers
436 views
Slow opening of calendar items
I've bought an HTC Desire HD yesterday with Android 2.2 Froyo and HTC Sense. So I migrated my calendar items manually and it seemed to pick up some connections from my Facebook and my Twitter, which ...
1
vote
1answer
809 views
How do I tether over USB in MacOSX?
How do I tether over USB in MacOSX?
I plug the phone in, pick up:
USB tethering
Share phone's mobile network with PC
which causes the computer to discover a new network interface, but it ...
1
vote
1answer
171 views
Android 2.2 - Visited Links Color
I just got the 2.2 update for my T-Mobile MyTouch 3G (3.5mm) and while playing around with the browser discovered that, unlike with the previous version, visited html links on web pages are now ...
0
votes
2answers
877 views
Android Froyo (2.2). Why I cannot put letters on bluetooth PIN?
Please, I have a device wich I connect via bluetooth from my Samsung Galaxy S. The bluetooth device have a alphanumeric PIN. When I try connect it ask for PIN but my galaxy only let me to put ...
1
vote
2answers
466 views
SD Card not working
I have bought a new samsung 16 GB yesterday. and installed Froyo. I plug my 4 Gb SD card which I was using in my previous Nokia Cell Phone. but SGS is not picking it up. I detached it and put it back ...
2
votes
1answer
329 views
Error message when upgrading Galaxy S to Froyo
So I finaly got a copy of Windows and installed VMWare on OS X
After fidling with driver issues etc. etc. I got the Kies software to recognize the Gallaxy S
After Kies had downloaded the upgrade ...
1
vote
1answer
812 views
How can I install official Android 2.2 Froyo in Samsung Galaxy S which runs Android 2.1 Eclair?
How can I install official Android 2.2 Froyo in Samsung Galaxy S which runs Android 2.1 Eclair?
5
votes
2answers
1k views
GPS optimization, is really necessary?
Some android users are experiencing GPS problems; are applications like this really useful and safe for all devices?
http://www.appbrain.com/app/gps-optimisation/com.gps.opt
What do you recommend ...
0
votes
1answer
1k views
Does Android 2.1+ support the ARM9 processor? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
What are the minimum specifications for Android?
I want to load Android 2+ (i.e 2.1 or 2.2) on an ARM9 processor, is it possible? If I could have a comparative chart of ...
0
votes
0answers
378 views
Can I update the Android version of my Samsung Galaxy? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
When will my phone get the Android 2.2 update (FroYo)?
I have Samsung GALAXY 2.2 &
i want to know that can i update 2.2 to 2.3 or upper version update ?
2
votes
2answers
1k views
Random Music Playback [WinAmp && Cubed]
I've noticed this issue on my Sprint Samsung Intercept running 2.2 Froyo (rooted, custom kernel, etc.) I swear I didn't have this issue on Android 2.1, but someone with a Motorola Droid running 2.1 ...
1
vote
1answer
1k views
How to update HTC Wildfire to froyo (android 2.2)?
This is not duplicate of "When will my phone get the Android 2.2 update (FroYo)?" as I read there that official UK update was on 20 December 2010. I have phone in 3 and I cannot find any way to ...
1
vote
3answers
534 views
DoubleTwist sync fails after Froyo Update
I updated my Galaxy S Captivate on Rogers to Froyo last week. Debating whether the upgrade was worth it or not. There is one thing that's been really irking me since I did the upgrade:
DoubleTwist no ...
16
votes
6answers
33k views
How can I open an HTML file I have copied from PC to SD Card of Phone?
How can I open an HTML file I have copied from PC to SD Card of Phone?
I've tried opening it with the default application which is HTML Viewer but I get a "Web page not available" system page.
The ...
2
votes
2answers
263 views
How can I make my Droid2 push Facebook-originated contacts to Google?
On my Droid2 (Android Version 2.2) (System Version.2.3.20.A955.Verizon.en.US), I fully utilize the phone's ability to log into a Google, Facebook, and Twitter account, and link the contacts together. ...
1
vote
1answer
1k views
How to access bootloader and what functions are available?
How can I access the bootloader on a Android 2.2 (or on other version)?
Is the bootloader vendor or model specific?
What are the options offered to the user when accessing the bootloader?
(I know ...
13
votes
1answer
5k views
How can I set a Screen Lock Timeout?
I'd like to have to enter the PIN not immediately after pressing the standby button, but only after some time, e.g. 30 minutes.
I know there is Password Delay, which is better than nothing. But it ...
5
votes
2answers
1k views
How to reset Nexus One to Android 2.2.1 or 2.3? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Where can I find stock or custom ROMs for my Android device?
I have a Nexus One (with the radios for the AT&T network) which has an old beta version of 2.2 on it. It ...
2
votes
3answers
487 views
Is it possible to show “all calls” on my Samsung Galaxy S?
Under phone -> logs -> menu key -> view by there are options for all logs, dialled calls, missed calls, received calls, sent messages and received messages.
Is it possible to show "all calls" ...
3
votes
3answers
800 views
Screen timeout when reading
I have my screen timeout set to 30 seconds, which is a good interval normally.
However, when i am in a browser reading or Adobe Reader or ThinkFree or whichever other reader, I would like the timeout ...
8
votes
1answer
2k views
What does the new button on the power control widget do?
There are 6 buttons on my power control widget:
WiFi, Bluetooth, GPS, ???, Data sync, Screen brightness.
What does the 4th one do?
P.S. I'm using an Orange San Francisco (ZTE Blade) with the ...
4
votes
2answers
2k views
Show the time an SMS was sent, not received
Scenario is as follows-
Switch flight mode on. Go into meeting/go to sleep.
Switch flight mode off. Receive a message.
Timestamp on the message is the time received.
With my old Nokia, under ...
2
votes
2answers
1k views
How can I fix Droid2 “Link Contacts” so it chooses the right primary name?
I'm having a problem with my Motorola Droid2 (Android Version 2.2) (System Version 2.3.20.A955) when it comes to linking contacts.
When I link any Google Contact and/or phone contact with a Twitter ...
4
votes
2answers
492 views
Alternatives to a hard reset when screen is frozen on Android Froyo?
My Nexus One has been freezing up a lot lately, particularly in Settings. Are there any good alternatives to pulling the battery when this happens?
3
votes
2answers
3k views
What are some Facebook contact integration alternatives?
I'm using HTC Hero.
I really love its seamless integration with facebook contacts.
My favorite thing about this feature is that I can link my google contact to facebook contact then automatically get ...
4
votes
2answers
2k views
Why can't I see live wallpaper option in HTC wildfire after updating to 2.2 (Froyo)?
Hi I updated my HTC Wildfire from 2.1 to 2.2(Froyo) i can't see an option to set live wallpapers also i don find the Android wallpaper option. Is there any fix available to this.
4
votes
1answer
377 views
HTC Desire, Froyo - Gmail hangs when sending attachments
I have a HTC desire with Froyo, stock rom (Orange 2.17.61.3). I never had any problems with Gmail (version 2.3.2). However, since a couple of days when I try to send attachments (any kind, pdf, ...
3
votes
1answer
144 views
Unable to install bootloader on MotoDroid with froyo FRG83D
I'm attempting to root my phone and have placed an update.zip in the root of my SDCard. I get the message that the zip is not signed and the update fails.
I understand that VZN started added this ...
1
vote
1answer
228 views
Apps that start on their own [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
apps automatically starting?
Hello!
I am using Android 2.2. I've downloaded and installed an application called Advanced Task Manager from ReChild. It always shows lots ...
5
votes
1answer
607 views
News and weather app/widget crashes on startup
Over the past couple of days, the news and weather app won't start for me. I get an error message and I'm asked to force close or report the issue whenever I try to add the widget to a home screen or ...
4
votes
1answer
214 views
Root no longer root
I rooted my nexus one and successfully used a lot of root-only apps. But one day all these apps stopped working, saying I don't have root. Terminal emulator says "permission denied" for everything ...
4
votes
1answer
2k views
Questions about Samsung Galaxy Tab
I'm going to buy a Galaxy Tab and I'm hoping to find the answers here:
Can I plug in a USB flash memory or an external hard-disk to Galaxy Tab via any USB Converter?
Does Android 2.2 support VPN ...
0
votes
1answer
271 views
Is it possible to update HTC desire to 2.2 with unrooted?
I bought a new HTC Desire (will arrive in a few days).
The phone is not branded (or unbranded) will arrive with version 2.1, and I want to update to 2.2.
After a lot of reading I realized I need to ...
7
votes
2answers
864 views
How do I stop apps from installing themselves to my SD-card?
It seems that some apps default to saving to SD-card when they're first installed on Froyo rather than defaulting to internal memory, this is annoying because whenever I mount the SD Card as storage ...
4
votes
1answer
525 views
how do I setup notification rules for email in my exchange inbox?
At my company, I get WAY too much email to endure notification on ALL items. But maybe Boss and team emails are worth getting interupted for. (then again maybe not!)
I don't see a way to do this yet.
...
1
vote
1answer
723 views
Text messaging Force Close issues after OS upgrade
I upgraded my Samsung Galaxy S GT I 9000 to Android 2.2 yesterday...but I just can't open my messages...it says Force Close every time I try...any solutions??
If not, how can I downgrade to the ...
