Questions tagged [android-versions]
Android is available in a number of versions with differing capabilities. This tag is for questions that are about Android versioning in general or about differences among multiple versions.
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How can I block the update on my SM-G930V?
Note that my device is not rooted, and I have not downloaded the recent update yet
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Android gmail password folder
I'd like to ask you how can I get my password of my email that I forgot (it's a Yahoo account).
The account is mine, I changed phone and when I was about to type in gmail-app the password, I couldn't ...
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Is it possible to install Xposed for Oreo 8.0 without breaking the Safetynet Check?
From my research, the two seem to be mutually exclusive: Not passing the Safetynet check will break certain apps like G Pay and Snapchat, but installing Xposed for 8.0 doesn't seem possible without ...
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Update failure for Redmi Note 4
We have two Redmi note 4 phones. In both of them the official update for miui 9 also android nougut (same package total of 1.3 GB) came. In one of the phone it updated smoothly but in the other phone ...
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Unable to use Many Famous apps due to "Unfortunately ... Has Stopped" error
I am unable to use any Famous Apps like - Gmail, Whatsapp, PayTM, Calendar, Antivirus apps, ram cleaner and many more apps Except few apps such as android chrome.
As soon as I am opening these apps ...
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How to get information about devices that do not run Google play service?
We can get information about percentage of different Android version using Google play service. Here is the link. Now, how can I get information about percentage of Android versions running without ...
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Verify if apps are fully compatible to the intended Android version upgrade
I am on 4.4.2 and am toying with idea of upgrading to Marshmallow, mainly to use doze feature
I have 150+ apps and want to check how many of them are upgraded to work with Marshmallow, before ...
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Recommend Practices and Procedures for Android OS OTA Updates
My questions:
What are the recommended practices and procedures for Android OS OTA Updates.
Is it all right to download via mobile data instead of WiFi.
How to get out of bootloops if the procedure ...
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Skip an OTA update straight to next version, on Galaxy S4
My not rooted Galaxy S4 Android 4.3 has received notification of an OTA update. By the size I know it's for Android 4.4.2 KitKat.
I know the phone provider has already released an OTA update for 5.0 ...
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LG G2 D802 (NO DOWNLOAD MODE) after Flashing
I'm am trying to install Lollipop on my LG G2 D802. I have used TWRP to install it. All goes well but it says on boot that fastboot mode started. So I reverted back, but now I have recovery with no ...
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How to enter to recovery mode in Eurostar epad genie tablet
How to enter to recovery mode in Eurostar epad genie tablet. i tried to enter to recovery mode using the key combination power button and volume + button. When i press those button it shows FASTBOOT ...
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4K Video Recording with the Camera2 API
In the Android Lollipop, Google released the Camera2 API.
Does this mean in Lollipop, any phone with a 5MP camera would be able to shoot 2K video and any 13MP camera would be able to shoot 4K video, ...
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Significance of Internal SD Card in Micromax phone
I have brought the Micromax A106 phone that has 8GB ROM. When I see the internals of the phone, the internal memory of the phone is partitioned in two ways - 0.98 GB as Phone Memory while 5.85 GB as ...
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Write Error during flashing stock ROM through SP Flash Tool
I am trying to install the stock ROM of my xolo a500s ips by using the Smart Phone Flash Tool. i downloaded the stock ROM of my device from this link http://androidxda.com/download-xolo-stock-rom-...
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Use Android fully independent from Google products
*I would like to note that English is not my native language and understanding about Android system structure is little.
My question: is it possible to make Android to run without Google apps (Play ...
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Is Android 4.3 the same as 4.0.3?
I came across a Google play app that says version 4.0.3 and up required and I have 4.1. So do I have to upgrade because I rather not as my old apps ptobably will not work with 4.3. My question is ...
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How can I get Google Play store to work on my Samsung S3 mini with CyanogenMod OS?
I got the CyanogenMod OS installed on my Samsung S3 mini a couple of months ago but since then my Google Play store stopped working, giving the error message: No Connection. Retry. OR Check your ...
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Are there Andoid versions > 2.3 for my Sony Xperia ST25i (as of July 2012)? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
When will my device get the Android 4.0 update (Ice Cream Sandwich)?
Like the question says, are there higher versions of Android for my phone? Will Sony release a 4.0 update ...
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Clone the Andriod version from Samsung to Lenovo?
I bought this Lenovo K10a40, and I bought just problems.
This will be a number 2 phone if I can get it work in a reliable state.
I have been looking a little around and if I could downgrade it to ...
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unkown android icon [duplicate]
I saw this icon and I wanted to know what application it belongs to (it is in the gray area, not the top bar):
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About Android versions and naming [closed]
Android 4.1 was jellybean. Also 4.2 and 4.3. And then, 4.4 emerged - as KitKat. After that, it bounced right up to 5.0 Lollipop!
How does this 'versioning' system work? What makes a 'new version with ...
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Why is Marshmallow 6.0 and not 5.2?
Jellybean to KitKat was 4.3 to 4.4.
KitKat to Lollipop was 4.4 to 5.0, which is understandable because there were huge changes in runtime as well as interface.
But why is Marshmallow not 5.2? It ...
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Do every Android version store the PIN/passwords at the same file?
I find a hateful peculiarity of Android its nagging usual changes between versions in the paths for some system files and configuration variables. Even when I assume it is expectable on newborn ...
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From nightly to official
I'm currently running a CM 12 nightly on my OPO, but after hearing of the CM12S update which is coming in a matter of days, I decided I wanted to go back to receiving official OTA's.
I've read a ...
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Updating to 4.4.3
I'm trying to update my Nexus 4 from 4.4.2 to 4.4.3 and every time the message pops up, I select install and clockworkmod recovery keeps saying error, installation aborted, STATUS 7. I've even tried ...
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Does Android have a formal release cycle?
I have been tasked with documenting Google/Android's release plan so that our company has a policy of advanced testing our software on new mobile operating systems.
It seems like Apple/iOS has a ...
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Which are android OS is for tablets and devices? [closed]
I am interested to know that which are android OS is for tablets and devices among below listed.
Cupcake:
Android 1.5
Donut:
Android 1.6
Eclair:
Android 2.0, also 2.0.1
Android 2.1
Froyo: (...
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Can I fake a device in Google Play?
Somewhat recently, Google has made the change that apps need to use a recent API level for people on newer Android versions to be able to see it in the Play Store. This means that many apps (mostly ...
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Minimum Android version on kid's device required for parents to set per-app application time?
With parents running Android 13, what is the minimum Android version needed to be installed on a kid's device for parents to set per-app application time for their kids?
I need to purchase a second-...
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Where app drops sdk version info
Long story short i used appcloner to spoof android SDK version to lower to get messenger chat heads as they were on android 10 and lower. I copied the installed app, so now i got .apk with all that ...
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How to remove a certificate Authority installed on my Android mobile ( redmi note 5)
I installed an app LUMEN that app installed a certificate, ever since it installed that certificate it is showing that your secure network maybe monitored or modified
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Touch screen changing
Can we replace the touchscreen of 5.5-inch size, 720p resolution in a smartphone to the same size but with 1080p resolution touchscreen? Is there any possibility? Or is it not possible? If not why?
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Will new Play Store minsdk restrictions prevent my phone from accessing new apps?
I was reading an article that states by Nov. 2018, all new apps and new updates for apps on the play store will need to target minsdk level 26, which corresponds to Android 8.0.
Does this mean that ...
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How can I disable the GPS functionality from my android phone at the kernel level?
How can I disable the GPS functionality from my android phone at the kernel level? I know this requires (though not sure) disabling either device drivers for GPS or kernel module BUT how to do it ...
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How to upgrade Android API level on my device?
I have an Android device and its OS is 4.2.2 and API level is 17.
How to change the API level without flashing firmware?
Is API level upgraded by flashing a custom firmware?
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How do I change the stock firmware in Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo to higher than 4.4 KitKat without rooting?
My Samsung Galaxy S3 Neo has Android Kitkat. Is there a way to upgrade (without rooting the phone) to a newer version?
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How to block images in android app
In my country data is really expensive, I find my self spending almost $50 every 2weeks, which is a lot of money.
I've been wondering if there's a way to disable images in android apps, This would be ...
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Unable to Downgrade after upgrade to Android M from Android L
I upgraded my MOTO G 3rd Gen (XT1550) to Android M. After that I tried to root My Phone but unable to Root Android M. So I decided to Downgrade to Android L. But also unable to Downgrade.
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Caller ID not displaying after android 6 update
My infinix x510 has stopped displaying caller ID for incoming calls. It only displays the phone numbers without the names. And the contacts are in my phone book. I'm thinking it's a result of recent ...
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What are the implications of an old Android version?
There have been various bugs and security flaws found in different versions of Android. Many have been pached in newer versions, but the non-updated devices remain bugged/vulnerable.
My questions ...
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How do I discover the latest Android OS available for a device on a carrier?
How do I discover the latest Android OS version available through standard support channels (no manual rooting or reflashing) for a device? In particular, I am interested in the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 ...
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Allow LED flashing for notification while on silent mode (interruptions: none)
I use my phone in school. If I use priority mode or none mode, I can't see the notifications by front LED of my phone, which I could with Android KitKat 4.4. It was easy in school, there was no sound ...
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What is 1 and 2 when check KitKat Version on Sony Xperia
recently I saw on my friends mobile when checking KitKat version,
Friend 1 : Kitkat 4.2.2 shows Big '2' spinning (Sony Xperia E1 single sim)
Friend 2 : Kitkat 4.4.4 show Big '1' spinning (Sony ...
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Will Android Lollipop be pushed to Nexus 7 device again
I received a push update for android 5 and was not installed as selected later as the timing of the notification wasn't the right time. My device now says the system is up to date
Just wondering, ...
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Android 5 disable install button of apk files on nexus 4 [duplicate]
After updating my nexus 4 to new android 5 (lollipop) when i open an apk file, the install button not working!!
Also i checked unknown source in my device settings.
What the problem? please help :(
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Can one determine the kernel version of a Samsung device from the Android version?
Basically, does an Android version map to a specific kernel version on Samsung devices? For example, can I assume that Samsung devices running Android 4.4.2 will have kernel version 3.4.0 (or some ...
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Since which Android version does it started emulating the SDCard?
I know it's emulated in ICE_CREAM_SANDWICH_MR1 and over but I would like to know since which previous versions and preferable from official sources.
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Not an official source but I guess this ...
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when does Android 4.5 comes and will my phone get update? [duplicate]
I got LG OPTIMUS G PRO (F240L)
and I wanna know , will it get OTA 4.5 updates?
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ART internal storage problm
Using my moto e in Art mode and my internal memory is totally consumed will I get my internal memory if I switch again to dalvik?
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Installing pure android to Huawei Ascend P6 [duplicate]
Is it possible to install pure (not manufacturer modified, without Emotion UI) Android version (4.2 to 4.4) to Huawei Ascend P6? If above is possible, is it possible to recover original Huawei Android ...
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