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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When will my phone get the Android 2.3 update (Gingerbread)?
Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) SDK was released on December 6, 2010. (High-level user highlights)
Of course, not all devices will get this update right away and others won't get it at all. Each ...
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What does it mean when the connectivity icons in the status bar go white/gray?
The connectivity icons (Data, Mobile Signal, Wifi) in the status bar on my Nexus S are normally green, but sometimes they go white. I can't seem to figure out what this means, as I still have a signal ...
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2answers
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Does any version of Android support ad-hoc connections?
I just bought a Lenovo Ideapad A1 which runs Android 2.3. It seems that connecting the device to an ad-hoc network is not possible.
Does any other Android version support this?
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3answers
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Broken screen while debug mode was disabled. How can I re-enable adb?
The screen of my phone is physically broken, so it doesn't display anything, but the touch aspect does seem to be working, as I can unlock my phone, and get haptic feedback.
Before I go to get it ...
10
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5answers
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Droid X Turns Itself on Automatically
I turn off my Droid X (now running Gingerbread) to conserve the battery. However, every morning when I wake up, it is turned on. Has anyone else been having this problem?
I don't know how long it ...
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Why can't apps connect to the internet?
Running on both WiFi and mobile connection, the browser can connect to the internet ok but apps can not connect.
What can cause this?
Samsung Galaxy S
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5answers
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Android “Internal Storage” used but not reported
As an owner of a Nexus One running Gingerbread, I'm continually fighting to keep free space in my phone's Internal Storage. Today, I noticed something odd.
The bottom of Andorid's "Manage ...
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1answer
700 views
How can I make my own Android ROM? [closed]
I'm using "HTC Wildfire S". It is running on android 2.3.5 and I want to change it to ICS.
Is it possible to do that? Where I can find the original ROM for ICS which can run on my device?
How can I ...
9
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3answers
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How can I find out what causes “Android OS” to consume battery?
The issue is that I see a high percentage on the "Android OS" item in the Battery Usage, and I want to find out what is causing it. But let me say that I'm interested in diagnostics techniques and ...
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4answers
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The music player keeps displaying deleted songs. How do I remove them or refresh the library?
I am using a Droid X with rooted Gingerbread that is otherwise stock. I have root access, but have not used it to do anything.
I have inspected the /Music folder multiple times and the 500+ songs I ...
4
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2answers
903 views
Disable Display Standby when in Developer Mode missing in Android 2.3
I'm a little bit confused about the missing Option to deactivate the Display Standby in Developer Mode.
In 2.2 there was a switch in Application --> Development. But in 2.3.3 this switch is vanished ...
2
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1answer
8k views
How do I root Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo V?
I just got for myself this new phone with so many useless bloatware. I just want to root this phone and freeze or uninstall them as they are slowing my device down (even without opening any app, all I ...
10
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3answers
2k views
Is it possible to use the camera without unlocking first?
Is it possible with Android phones (like with iOS 5) to take photos directly from the lock screen without unlocking first?
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 ...
9
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4answers
649 views
Gingerbread has drastically reduced my battery life
I have a Nexus One, and since upgrading to 2.3.3, my phone lasts several hours less compared to 2.2.x. I've swapped out to a new battery, which didn't make a difference. In about 14 hours (of nothing ...
3
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1answer
7k views
How to root the Xperia Mini ST15i
I searched it a while and found some articles regarding Xperia Mini X10 also on XDA but I couldn't understand them easily. So I want help from you geeks who can give me the lighted way with simple ...
3
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2answers
4k views
Installing USB driver for Micromax A50
I have to install USB driver for Micromax A50 .
I have google USB driver installed through SDK Manager, but need a USB driver specifically for this device. To install this USB driver I think, I need ...
2
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2answers
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Install Ginger Yoshi 1.4 on HTC Magic 32a, which radio do I need?
My HTC Magic 32a is actually running CyanogenMod 6.1 and I'd like to switch to latest GingerYoshi 1.4 with GingerBread.
I have SPL 1.33.2010
radio 3.22.20.17
The reason I want to change is because ...
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1answer
266 views
The RAM total of the apps “Running” never equals the “Used Ram” shown below on the scale
I realised after a few days of observation, that the total of the RAM usage of indivisual apps shown in the running process is quite lower than that shown below it on the scale
And as "Cached ...
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2answers
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How do I upgrade my Dell XCD35 from 2.2 Froyo to 2.3 Gingerbread? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
How do I update the OS in my device?
I'm not an expert in this, and need help. I have serious issues with the Froyo build and want to upgrade my brand new phone to ...
4
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1answer
883 views
Is there anything that can show exactly what has awaken my phone?
Recently I had some issues with my phones battery getting drained in 8-10 hours, even though the screen was active for less than 1 hour and wifi/bluetooth/gps was off.
My first thought was to check ...
3
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1answer
677 views
DroidX data encryption - which algorithm and how strong?
I have a follow-up to the question posted here. I recently got a 2.3 DroidX phone, and noticed that it as well has data encryption option. I pulled an SD card from device, and noticed that folder ...
2
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5answers
13k views
How can I use Flash Player now that it's no longer supported?
I know that Adobe Flash Player is discontinued for Android devices, but is there an alternative way to continue using Flash on an Android 2.3 device?
I have the apk of Flash Player 10, but I would ...
2
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1answer
1k views
How can I tell the Android Market that I'm running an updated version of Android? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Why are some apps on the market incompatible with my device?
My phone (Orange San Francisco) came with Android 2.1 and has not been officially updated in the UK so I'm ...
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0answers
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SMS gone after “failed” boot due to low battery
My phone has very low battery. I powered it up and during the boot process it shuts off probably due to having no more battery.
Now I plugin the charger then I check my SMS, they're all gone.
I've ...
7
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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 ...
6
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3answers
1k views
Picture Gallery Slow & Won't Refresh on HTC G2 w Android 2.3 Gingerbread
I'm having a problem with Picture Gallery not refreshing and loading too slowly on Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread (HTC G2). After I take a picture and then go to add it on foursquare or facebook from ...
3
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2answers
3k views
LG Optimus Logic Transferring apps to Micro SD instead of internal memory
I recently purchased an LG Optimus Logic Net10 phone which runs Android 2.3.6. The phone was advertised as having 1GB internal Memory and also came with a 4GB Micro SD.
When I download apps, they ...
7
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2answers
750 views
How do I change the number identification format (to associate with a contact's number)?
I have a Sony/Ericsson Xperia Arc phone with Android 2.3 In my country, I can receive calls with the following number patterns (it's the formatting used by my operator):
12345678
0aa12345678
...
6
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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.
...
6
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2answers
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Gingerbread phone only queries for AAAA records?
Since yesterday I have (in addition to the regular IPv4) IPv6 in my LAN at home (native IPv6 is provided by my ISP).
I have Windows XP, Windows 7 and Linux desktops and an Android 3.1 tablet (Asus ...
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3answers
1k views
How can I download an MP3 to my phone instead of opening it in a music player?
I'm trying to download podcast MP3s to my phone so I can listen to them in my car. Ideally, I'd like to be able to Chrome-to-Phone them from my computer at home, and then choose to download and play ...
5
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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 ...
4
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0answers
563 views
How to make an unrooted phone use or detect Ad-Hoc Wi-Fi
I have an unrooted Android 2.3.6 phone and i want it to connect to the Ad-HOC connection made on my ubuntu...how do i do this?
i refered some already existing questions here but none seem to be the ...
4
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2answers
776 views
Phantom notifications of Galaxy Note driving me nuts
I just got a Samsung Galaxy Note a few weeks ago and really like the phone. The problem is that I get notifications for non-events or phantom events day and night: the phone makes the notification ...
4
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1answer
8k views
Is it possible to use my SD card as ROM and my internal ROM as an additional RAM?
I've read somewhere that I can do some certain things to partition my SD Card specially to allot some part or all of it to trick the phone into thinking it's the "internal" ROM. For the life of me, I ...
3
votes
0answers
248 views
Use android 2.3 as a wireless Mass Storage middle man
Context: I would like to use an old phone as a USB Mass storage device/slave, but read/writes to a Network share. So I can attach it to the Kitchen TV and direct it to a windows/linux directory.
...
3
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2answers
2k views
Droid X: What are the pros/cons of upgrading to Gingerbread 2.3?
I have a Droid X running Android 2.2.1 (system version 2.3.340.MB810.Verizon.en.US). I want to upgrade to Gingerbread 2.3 but so far I've read one positive thread where people were happy with ...
2
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1answer
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OTA Gingerbread 2.3 update fails to install on DroidX (rooted stock Froyo 2.2.1 / unrooted back)
I was trying to install the Gingerbread (Android 2.3) OTA update available from Verizon for my Droid X.
However the update ALWAYS fails to install. It downloads fine, pops up a message saying that ...
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1answer
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How to disable mobile data on DROID Bionic?
I tried this, but there's no such option. I suspect that it might be because of Motorola's customizations.
The device is a DROID Bionic.
System version: 5.9.902.XT875.Verizon.en.US
Android version: ...
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1answer
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Unable to mount Galaxy S2 on Debian Squeeze laptop as storage device
I am trying to mount my Galaxy S2 on Debian Squeeze laptop. I turned off USB debugging and then in:
"Wireless & Networks" → "USB Utilities" → "Connect storage to PC"
it asks me to connect a USB ...
0
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2answers
3k views
How to root Huawei Y210?
It runs Android 2.3.6 and has the 2.3.38.6-perf kernel version. I've already tried using SuperOneClick but it doesn't work. :(
I'm rather contented with it ( oh wait, it has this puny internal ...
7
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3answers
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Do I need internet/3G to use GPS?
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 that has some problems with the GPS:
If I use internet my navigation works but when I turn the 3G off, GPS does not work.
Do I need internet/3G to use GPS?
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How to display my calendar on the lock screen?
What is the best way to show (non-interactive) widgets on the lock screen?
I have bought WidgetLocker, but it forces me to unlock the screen twice (using both WidgetLocker and native slider).
...
6
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4answers
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Install apps to sd card by default
How can I do this? I'm using a Samsung Galaxy Ace
I've tried this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1278349
I confirmed that it was indeed set to 2. But it wouldnt work.
Then I ...
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3answers
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Can I locate my android phone?
I brought a new Samsung Galaxy Y inbuilt with Android 2.3.5 some month ago and sold it recently. But after selling I noticed that in that Android I left my email ID (email ID that is used to log in to ...
4
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1answer
2k views
How to Remote Control Android smartphone, if not in same subnet
I'd like to "Remote Control" my Android 2.3.x (Oxygen 2.3.2 ROM) from my PC. I know that there are VNC servers available and also apps like "Remote Web Desktop".
This works fine, but only if the ...
4
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2answers
151 views
Gingerbread ROM for Nook Color?
Does anyone know a good place to get a Gingerbread mod for Nook Color?
3
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1answer
154 views
software update available — how to find out the details?
My UK HTC Chacha phone running 2.3.5 since the last few months shows a notification since the last couple of days that there is a software update available. But the menu only says that it's a bit over ...
3
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1answer
451 views
French QWERTY keyboard for Nexus S
When using the French language the default virtual keyboard on the Nexus S use the AZERTY keyboard layout.
That might be fine in Europe but not in North America (e.g. Quebec) where everyone uses ...
