Android 4.2 is an incremental update in the "Jelly Bean" version series which debuted with the Nexus 4 and Nexus 10. Please only use this tag if you feel your question is specific to Android 4.2.
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How can I disable profanity filtering of autocomplete suggestions?
I'm using a Galaxy Nexus with Android 4.2.2. I started using the baked in Swype imitation/gesture typing as soon as I found out it was there. However, the profanity filtering is extremely frustrating. ...
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Unresponsive menu button on several Android apps
I have noticed on several apps there is a menu button/icon (three vertical dots) but it is unresponsive and I'm wondering if it's just me or the app. I initially assumed it was just the app, but I ...
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Google Now suddenly disappeared
I'm running Android 4.2.2 on a Galaxy Nexus with the February 13, 2013 update of Google Search installed. Google Now was working great until it suddenly ceased to appear today. Widgets now display ...
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Is it possible to disable portrait orientation for Nexus 10 homescreen?
I am aware of the rotation lock. However, is it possible to do that just for the home-screen and not for the apps?
The main problem I get is, if I like a wallpaper, and even if the resolution is ...
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Fix for mini HDMI port issues on Asus Transformer Prime tf201?
I got the Asus Transformer Prime TF201 running the newest Andoid JB version, and I've seen some people having issues with the mini HDMI port on ICS/JB not being detected when a cable is attached from ...
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GPS Battery Drain — LocationManagerService
EDIT 3: Someone pointed me in the right direction on another forum. There was a bug with HD Widgets that rolled out yesterday. HD Widgets Bug
As of yesterday I am getting a 35%/hour battery drain. ...
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How do I backup my Nexus 7 and then do a hard reset [duplicate]
I'm really new to using Android, and I was wondering if I could back it up, reset it to see if it fixes a problem, and then restore from my backup if it doesn't work.
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Utilize my android tablet for actionscript 3 programming
Anyone know of a way to setup an android tablet to allow for programming and testing of flash apps?
Something similar to like the FlashDevelop environment in Windows?
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No “delta updates” in Google Play Store on Android 4.1+
I have noticed that since updating my Asus TF300T to Android 4.2.1 (official stock rom) I no longer receive delta updates (i.e. where only changes are downloaded instead of the complete file). Before ...
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Control Android with broken screen from PC
My rooted Galaxy Nexus has a broken screen. How can I use my PC (ie, via ADB) to control the phone?
androidscreencast would be the ideal solution, but its keyboard/mouse control feature does not work ...
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How can I root my galaxy S3 i9300 on android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean? [duplicate]
I want to update my S3 the latest jelly bean. Please provide me an easy-to-follow step by step tutorial on rooting my S3 i9300.
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Will a “standard” “Made for iPhone” headset's remote control button work with a Samsung Galaxy Mini S5570?
Running either latest stock Gingerbread or custom CyanogenMod Jelly Bean?
By will the button work I mean either by the operating system or by a 3rd party app from our nice selection: See Izzy's ...
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Remove analog clock from home screen
So I've just got a Nexus 4 (hooray for me!) and I don't know how I did it, but I've somehow got an analog clock perched over my Google search bar. I don't want it there.
It doesn't appear to be a ...
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Dialling a SIP number
So I have a very, very shiny new Nexus 4. This supports SIP, and I have added a SIP account to the telephony accounts settings page.
Unfortunately I cannot figure out how to actually dial a SIP ...
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Android keyboard resizes when changing letter casing
I've Nexus 4 with latest update. When I type something, when typing capital letters, keyboard size is almost twice bigger than when typing small letters and it's confusing because when I start the ...
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Low volume on N7000 with Android 4.2.x
I've noticed that both my speaker and in-call volumes have reduced drastically since I updated my (rooted) Galaxy Note GT-N7000 to the Android 4.2-based AOSPA ROM. On investigating further, it appears ...
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Deleting albums from Gallery
I have an album called "23 Jan 2012", seems like it was empty when google picasa moved their data to google plus photos, and the thing is - there is no "delete" in the menu if I select it on the ...
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Root Xperia Mini Pro (SK17i) to Jelly Bean
How can I root Xperia Mini Pro (SK17i) to Jelly Bean (Android 4.2) which can be unrootable. Please provide me the best step by step guide.
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VMware Intel-Android 4.2.2
I have WMware Player configured with EFI support. I'm able to boot the Intel Android 4.2.2 installation images provided by 01.org. The installation works flawlessly, and the freshly installed OS boots ...
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Built-in sound recorder
If you go to settings -> apps -> all you'll be able to find the "Sound Recorder" built-in application in JB 4.2.2
Curious, how to run it?!
PS: it's not a question about choosing recording ...
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How to enable swipe to delete SMS on Android 4.2.2?
I have a Nexus 4, running Android 4.2.2.
Like in GMail, I would like to use swipe to delete text messages. Is there any way I can do that? What would I have to modify?
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Press android version thrice took me to another screen which shows big Jellybean logo!
When i pressed settings> About phone >Android version thrice quickly, it took me to another screen which displays Android version with Red Logo. I wonder this behavior is common in all Android ...
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Enable the keyboard on the right side of the emulator
I am currently using the latest Android SDK. Whenever I run a device, I can use the hardware buttons on the right side and the D-Pad.
But, there's no qwerty keyboard below it. Is there any way to ...
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Differnce in between Android 4.2.2 and 4.2.1
Just updated my HTC One X from cm-10.1-20130119 to cm-10.1-20130304-EXPERIMENTAL.
The only difference I noticed is my android is now on 4.2.2 from 4.2.1.
Can anyone list me difference in between ...
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Any ideas on when 4.2 will be available for my phone? [duplicate]
I have a Motorola Electrify M 4G through US Cellular and I received the 4.1 Jelly Bean update OTA nearly a month ago and I'm a bit eager to get the 4.2 version but I can't find anything online about a ...
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Unlock Screen with ADB Android 4.2
Previously with Android 4.1, doing something like:
adb shell input keyevent 82
#(KEYCODE_MENU)
would unlock the screen at first boot and would then allow further commands to launch applications ...
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Android input language adding phonetic variation
I'm looking to add a Russian Phonetic keyboard layout to the default list of input layouts in Jellybean 4.2.2.
Going into Settings->Language & Input->Keyboard & Input Methods/Android ...
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When using apps as a second user, why do new screens within apps open behind the main window?
I have just set up a second user account on my Nexus 10 (running stock 4.2.2) so that I can keep my work Exchange email account separated on the device. In this new account, the email app works fine ...
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Why does my Nexus 4 not support WMA audio files?
My LG Nexus 4 (Android 4.2.2) does not play my .wma audio files. However, my generic/budget Android 4.0.3 tablet plays the same .wma files just fine.
Why?
How can I get my Android device to play ...
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How to switch user profile based on password / lockscreen pattern
Currently, I have a family use tablet running on 4.2 Jellybean
Model is Ainol Novo7 Flame, a cheap Nexus7 alternative. Nexus7 is quite expensive in my country on its release so I bought this one ...
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Android 4.2 for Asus Transformer tf300t
I bought an Asus Transformer tf300t tablet. It runs on Android 4.1.
I really need the multi-user feature of the Android 4.2.
I read that Asus will provide an upgrade for all the Transformer series ...
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How to get Jelly Bean Camera to use external SD card?
I just purchased a 32 GB SD card for use with my Galaxy S3 which is running a 4.2.1 rom. Certain apps like Titanium Backup I was able to switch to start using the SD card just fine, but I can't for ...
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Nexus 4 Notification bar unresponsive
My notification bar has suddenly become unresponsive. I have been unable to swipe down the bar no matter the orientation of my phone (regular and in landscape). I've played around with chrome to test ...
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Error installing Android 4.2.2
I've received an OTA update to Android 4.2.2 (I'm currently on 4.2.1). However, whenever I try to install it, the process fails partway through. I get an android on its back and the message Error! ...
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Wipe data on wrong password inputs
I've found several obsolete answers, but this question about situation nowadays:
what's the most robust solution to have the device (android v4.2-based) protected?
Turn on device encryption (there ...
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Use a bluetooth headset for media audio on a Nexus 7 running Android 4.2
I have a Jawbone Bluetooth headset paired to my new Nexus 7 tablet. In the paired Bluetooth devices section, it show that it is paired under the Phone Audio profile. I just want all the audio to go ...
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Gesture typing on multiple languages?
I recently played with my friend's Nexus 7 and tried the gesture typing. And I'm surprised it only works on user's locale keyboard. It lacks Ukrainian dictionary too :( , but that's another question.
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ADB does not work in boot loader mode
I have a Galaxy Nexus 'maguro' and a laptop with Ubuntu 12.10. I'm trying to install Ubuntu Touch preview. I installed the adb and fastboot packages, and adb detects the device when it is booted in to ...
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Is it possible to install unmodified, unadulterated and pure Android on a Sony Xperia S? [duplicate]
I'm willing to buy a Sony Xperia S, but in my opinion, the modifications Sony made to Android is just horrible.
So, is it possible to install the last version of Android unmodified? And, if so, how ...
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Can't take screenshots on Nexus 4
I have a rooted Nexus 4 (totally stock, except for CWM recovery). Yesterday I updated it to the 4.2.2 OTA. Today I discovered that I can't take a screenshot. Holding power + volume down should work, ...
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Add more functions to the home button circle shortcut
When you swipe up from the home button in Jelly Bean you get a cute
semicircle with a Google Now shortcut on top. This circle shape
makes it perfect for adding other shortcuts.
For instance, you ...
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How to recover Samsung Galaxy Fit using software that works on Ubuntu?
I tried to install the new Jelly Bean on my Samsung Galaxy Fit, but it got stuck during installation with an error on /tmp/slideloadpackage.zip. Now, my original Android OS lost.
How can I recover ...
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Verizon's Samsung Galaxy Nexus 4.2.x OTA update [closed]
I'm using Samsung Galaxy Nexus (toro) Verizon w/ their latest OTA 4.1.1, it's rooted but I'm not using 3rd party ROM, I'm using all stock but I REALLY want to go for latest 4.2.x, but once again ...
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Why My android device show less RAM and Slow at Jelly bean?
I bought a new Samsung galaxy S Advance(GT-i9070). It came with Gingerbread. It was actually a phone with 768 RAM. I clearly verified this with the shop when I bought it. Last day I upgraded my phone ...
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Password method changed on nexus 4
I just got a nexus 4 and have been trying out a couple of 'lost phone' apps. I was using the face/pattern authention for the lockscreen, but now it prompts for a password. I tried my google account ...
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Why don't I get Google Talk notifications on my Android from people using iPhones?
I'm using the stock Google Talk app. I don't seem to have a problem getting Google Talk notifications from people on a PC.
However, I don't get any notifications at all from people using iPhones (or, ...
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Music covers aren't shown correctly
I have copied my mp3 files to my new Google Nexus 7 (Android 4.2.1) via USB into the Music folder. It can be played with Google Play Music (version 4.5.910l.560208), but it is always showing one and ...
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How do I restore a previous firmware version to my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2?
I recently let my Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 tablet do a system update to Jelly Bean.
I despise Jelly Bean and want to restore back to the factory ROM - Ice Cream Sandwich.
How do I restore it back?
I ...
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How do I get a camera icon on my lockscreen?
I've seen screenshots from Ice Cream Sandwich (4.0) that have a camera icon besides the unlock icon on the lockscreen (see below).
My Nexus 4 (latest Jelly Bean, 4.2.1) has a camera widget on its ...
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Launcher App Slow
I installed an unofficial build of Cyanogenmod 10.1 from here on my Droid 4 and the launcher app runs really slow. When I scroll through the screens or scroll in the app drawer it lags very bad. ...
