Only use this tag when your question is truly specific to Gingerbread. For example, it's appropriate to use when asking about a Gingerbread feature, but not when asking about a device hardware issue unaffected by the OS (even you're using Gingerbread on that device!).
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1answer
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Install default Android 2.2 / 2.3 on Optimus One
I have this LG Optimus One P500h and I was thinking about formatting and installing the default/original Android 2.2 (2.3 would be great) since LG modified the homescreen, keyboard and other stuffs.
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1answer
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Can't delete “Layar” app from rooted Samsung 551
I rooted my Samsung 551 with Android 2.3.6 to delete some useless apps such as Orkut, Midnight Bowling and Layar. In trying to delete the Layar app (from /system/apps) I couldn't find it there and ...
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2answers
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After removing old system app and installing the new version, it forces close
I'm using a custom ROM of CyanogenMod 7 (Android 2.3.5) on ZTE Racer. The ROM came with some default system apps like Gmail, Google Translate, Youtube and Adobe Reader. The old version of these apps ...
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2answers
2k views
Android phones with native SIP client?
I've heard from various sources that Android does have SIP support built in starting around version 2.3 Gingerbread, but I yet to see a single phone actually having it in its setup menus.
Just ...
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1answer
153 views
Lost RAM after using phone for a day or two
I have a Sony Ericsson Live with walkman phone (model WT19i), running on Gingerbread.
When I restart my phone, it shows about 220MB RAM as free and 80-300MB RAM being used. After using it for - say ...
2
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0answers
623 views
Communicating with micro USB to Ethernet
I am trying to communicate with an ethernet enabled devices from my Android phone. My phone has Android 2.3.6 and the device I am trying to communicate with has a mini web server running on it. The ...
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0answers
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looking for a stable gaming custom ROM for Xperia Neo V [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Where can I find stock or custom ROMs for my Android device?
Gingerbread seems to be better in gaming on my device. I will really appreciate it if someone could point me ...
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0answers
78 views
Blue band on screen of Galaxy ACE Android
I have a blue band across the middle of my Galaxy Ace 55830i Gingerbread.XXLD3 phone and cannot find out why.
I have tried to check if it is a video still playing or something streaming but I have ...
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0answers
421 views
Low internal phone storage
I am using Samsung Galaxy Gio with Android Version 2.3.6. Its 1+ year old.
I have only few (2-3) applications than default ones, which either on SD card or internal memory, but there were many ...
5
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2answers
623 views
Is it possible to enable the Android default keyboard on an HTC EVO 4G?
I am not much of a fan of the HTC EVO 4g's custom keyboard, but it appears that they have somehow removed or hidden access to the default Android keyboard input method.
Especially now that the ...
1
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1answer
313 views
Having Strangers' Names in Caller ID Display
Tired of not being able to tell who's calling me at all, I ended up putting out the additional monthly cost and getting caller ID display in my phone plan. And since I took it, I... still cannot tell ...
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2answers
8k views
How do I set up a VPN from Android 2.3 to my home Ubuntu desktop?
I want to configure a VPN from my Nexus S (2.3.4) to my home Ubuntu desktop.
Has anyone tried this yet?
I would deeply appreciate tips on which VPN server to use (e.g., is openVPN support native ...
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0answers
534 views
Market not working on droid 2 with 2.3.3 after factory reset
I did a factory reset on the phone, to switch to a different email account. Since it's cell service contract expired a while ago, I used this to bypass activation and get to the home screen, then ...
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0answers
209 views
Web Page Not Available on StraightTalk Android ZTE
I have a StraightTalk ZTE Merit, and the browser keeps on saying "web page not available".
Data enabled and Data roaming are both checked under Mobile network settings. For some reason, it will not ...
0
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1answer
600 views
USB storage blank or unsupported filesystem [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How to get rid of “SD Card blank or has unsupported filesystem” notification
When I connect a USB Flash drive to my Galaxy SII Android 2.3.4, it alerts me with this ...
3
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0answers
84 views
Is it possible to handle cell phone calls through a Samsung Galaxy Player?
I currently have a Samsung Galaxy Player 4.2 running Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread. I was wondering if there was anyway to sync my cell phone to it via Bluetooth and then handle all of my calls and texts ...
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3answers
932 views
Text Messaging: Group Text Message
I have a DroidX running Android 2.3.4. When somebody sends me a text message that goes to other devices too, is there anyway I can tell? Usually the only way I find out is when somebody else does a ...
0
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0answers
40 views
Caller ID doesn't match similar numbers except when there is a perfect match [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Contacts with and without international extensions
Is there any way to make the caller IDs work like in older non-Android phones?
For example, the following numbers are ...
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2answers
2k views
Proxy app which doesn't requie any root access in android 2.3.6
I recently installed proxydroid app in my android 2.3.6 This application requires root access. Every time to use it, I need to make root access to my device.Is there any proxy app which does not ...
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1answer
1k views
Setting username and password in proxy to access internet in android 2.3.6
I have Android 2.3.6.
I am able to connect to wireless connection. To access internet in this network, I need to provide a proxy (IP address with port) with username and password. In the advanced ...
3
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3answers
769 views
How to use “street view” in Google maps on Xperia Mini ST15i?
I'm unable to switch to the street view when using the Google maps on my android phone. I updated the Google maps to the latest version and also the street view but unable still though. I turned off ...
0
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1answer
4k views
How to share my laptop internet connection via wifi to my android tablet? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Why can’t my device see an ad-hoc WiFi network?
I created a wifi hotspot in my Windows 7 laptop (open ad-hoc) but my Android 2.3 tablet is not detecting it. My tablet is ...
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votes
1answer
479 views
Looking for a custom ROM for HTC Inspire 4G [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Where can I find stock or custom ROMs for my Android device?
The ROM should have:
Android 4.0+
WiFi hotspot
4G capability
Long battery life
Increased volume
Fast speed
...
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1answer
115 views
Can I use an android phone running Ice Cream Sandwich to test apps created in Gingerbread?
We will develop applications for android 2.3.4 (gingerbread) and because the emulator of my laptop is very unusable and the android x86 is not supported in my laptop, i'm planning to invest an android ...
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0answers
259 views
Can't update or unroot Droid Bionic, or reinstall deleted apps
Details:
Running Android 2.3.4
System Version 5.9.905.XT875
I rooted my Droid Bionic using SuperOneClick. Stupidly, I didn't backup my ROM at any point before beginning to tinker with it.
The only ...
3
votes
0answers
246 views
Google Play app hangs during updates
I have Sony Ericsson Live with Walkman with android 2.3.4. Recently, every time I try to update my apps over WiFi, the updates get stuck and I have to cancel that particular update to proceed. Now, ...
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2answers
2k views
Google Play says “You don't have any devices”
I tried factory resetting so I need to enter my Google account again to my device however it's been more than an hour now and Google Play still says "You don't have any devices". Any ideas how to fix ...
3
votes
1answer
802 views
Xperia Arc shows 3G signal but not connecting to Internet
I have an Xperia Arc L15i about 5 months old, suddenly I have started experiencing problems with my 3G/2G service.
I have the Access Points properly set up (confirmed the same also with my service ...
1
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0answers
167 views
Screen turning on during calls
I have a pretty annoying problem with my phone. During calls, the screen keeps turning itself on, with of course all kinds of fun buttons like "End" and "Mute", free for my cheek to press.
After ...
6
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1answer
891 views
Shortcut to enable / disable VoIP/SIP on Gingerbread?
Gingerbread comes with a cool SIP / VoIP integration. However, this feature drains the battery quite a bit.
So I'm looking for a shortcut to enable SIP. So far, I always have to go deep into Settings ...
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1answer
240 views
Missed call alerts when phone busy on another call?
I have a Samsung Galaxy Y phone with Gingerbread.
I have just discovered that I do not receive any kind of missed call notifications when my phone is busy on another call.
I am quite shocked as this ...
2
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0answers
124 views
My phone crashes while charging
My phone sometimes shuts down without a reason or warning. It often happens while it's charging. I'm not positive charging is an absolute requirement for this to happen, but I only remember it ...
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2answers
154 views
Trading clipboard contents between phone and computer
Is there a way to send information on my phone (for example, an SMS that I started to type, that got way too long, and that I decided I want on my computer to send as an email instead) through the ...
0
votes
1answer
540 views
Finding the true URL of a Web radio stream [closed]
(I was originally going to ask how to do this with my computer, and then I realised I can't be leaving my speakers on all night, and apparently, they can't be controlled by the computer. ...
2
votes
1answer
5k views
Help with LG Optimus Logic Memory
I recently purchased an LG Optimus Logic for StraightTalk, which runs Android 2.3.6. The phone was advertised as having 1GB internal Memory and also came with a 4GB Micro SD.
I've used the phone for ...
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2answers
3k views
Suggest an app for reading PDF and CHM
I have seen apps that read CHM or PDF but not both. I need an app that reads PDF as well as CHM quickly and smoothly. I tried OliveOffice but there are issues with landscape mode. Is there any other ?
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0answers
242 views
What is AlertRecipients system process?
On specified Android 2.3.6 device, there is a system process called:
AlertRecipients
What does it mean/do?
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0answers
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Shark for Root not working
I am pretty much new to the packet sniffing. I found some application for the same Shark for root. I have rooted my phone for the application and I tried logging the packets being transferred from my ...
0
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0answers
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Prevent services from automatically starting when opening phone [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How can I stop applications and services from running?
I have installed the Yahoo Messenger and Facebook apps. Each time I restart my phone, those apps automatically run ...
0
votes
1answer
598 views
HTC Desire Z stuck in boot-loop
I'm a total n00b with Android, and the existing questions tagged boot-loop didn't help me.
Apologies if I missed something "obvious"!
I've borrowed a used HTC Desire Z from my brother so I can decide ...
3
votes
1answer
422 views
Cannot enable GPS on G510
I have an Android G510 running 2.3.4 but cannot access the GPS. In "Location & Security" there is no GPS item, just "Use wireless networks".
Can anyone help please
Is there any test I can do to ...
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1answer
425 views
Am I consuming “roaming” services?
I've borrowed an Android phone so I can decide whether to buy one. I have a GSM SIM without a data plan, but I am using Wifi that is broadcast from my other smartphone which does have a data plan.
...
5
votes
1answer
105 views
While listening to music on head set: How to avoid sound playing from phone speakers when push event occurs?
I use my Android phone to listen to music at work with standard headset. Yet once an event occurs, e.g. e-mail recieved, the phone switches to standard speakers and plays the music and event sound ...
0
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0answers
109 views
fail to reboot the cellphone after flashing [closed]
I successfully built the system.img and userdata.img from the source. Then, I used the following commands to flash my cellphone:
fastboot flash userdata data.img
fastboot flash system system.img
...
10
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7answers
3k views
Why does android ignore my etc/hosts change in the browser?
I've remounted /sys as rw, added one entry to etc/hosts (e.g. 10.0.0.1 x.com www.x.com) and rebooted my device.
After rebooting, if I check etc/hosts, the entry is fine. If I ping x.com, it pings the ...
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0answers
185 views
Failed to start monitoring 0123456789ABCDEF
When I connect Android device to Eclipse for debugging, it will show Failed to start monitoring 0123456789ABCDEF, but not always. Sometimes it works perfectly. USB debugging is active, but still shows ...
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0answers
194 views
Unable to use SIM TOOL KIT on HTC
I have a dealer's card where I can Recharge for Customer using Sim tool kit. But when I inserted my Sim card in HTC, I am unable to use the SIM TOOL Facility and unable to recharge. I have to change ...
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0answers
212 views
Remap search key to power button on Android 2.3
I have a Nexus S, and Button Remapper that I see suggested is not working on 2.3 gingerbread for remapping the search/assist button as a power button (because Nexus S power button is known to be ...
0
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1answer
439 views
ICS ROM with no Slovenian language
I bought HTC desire S in Slovenia and it has installed karnel ROM:
RUU_SAGA_ICS_35_S_HTC_EU_14.01.401.2_20.76.30.0835_3831.19.00.110_275068
This ROM do not offer Slovenian language. So i ...
6
votes
1answer
310 views
Disappearing/deleted .pls files
I am making application that is using .pls files to read shoutcasts' adresses from them. At one moment I noticed, that sometimes .pls file I was reading data from is disappearing after I have used it.
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