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Pattern lock issue and asking for backup credential
I am using pattern lock on my Samsung Tab 2 unfortunately it got locked because of several attempt. Yes, its asking for my backup credentials but when i am using that it is showing as wrong backup ...
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Micro SD not being found on phone or pc after replacing
My micro SD card filled up from pictures on my Galaxy S3 and previous phone. I went out and bought a larger capacity card to replace it. When I put the full card in my laptop to transfer the pictures, ...
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Problem connecting Galaxy Note 10.1 to Mac OS X Mountain Lion
I'm trying to connect my Galaxy Note 10.1 (running Android 4.2.2) to my Mac OS 10.8 machine via USB. I used Android File Transfer, but it gives me an error that says:
Could not connect to device. ...
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Google+ Auto Backup failed
When looking at my photos in the Google+ app, at the bottom is a footer that says "Backup failed" with a retry button. The backup still fails when I click Retry.
Is there a way to find out why Auto ...
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How to automatically connect to a wiFi network and turn off 4g LTE
I'd like my Samsumg Galaxy S4 verizon phone to be able to connect to my preferred wifi networks (office and home) automatically, while at the same time turn off the 4G LTE data plan.
As of right ...
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Can I use the internal storage in the Wildfire S to store music and photos?
I have a Wildfire S for a couple of weeks while my actual phone is off for repair. I can't use the camera or anything like that because it just says "Insert SD Card". If I look at the storage I can ...
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Nexus S and phone charger get unusually hot when plugged in
I was using my Nexus S today and it turned off suddenly. I plugged it in to charge and saw it load to the boot splash screen, and then I went to sleep.
When I woke up 2 hours later my phone was dead. ...
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My Nexus 4 says it's charging but it's actually discharging
I plug in my Nexus 4 to a charger cable plugged into a wall outlet each night, and each morning I disconnect it.
But sometimes during the day when it's not plugged in, like today, it says "Charging - ...
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My HTC One X seems to be self destructing after Jelly Bean update
I upgraded to Jelly Bean on my AT&T HTC One X last month, and ever since then it's like my phone has just given up on life.
I had to upgrade through the installer package from the HTC Website ...
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How do I get offline voice detection on my tablet running JB (4.1.1)?
I just got myself a budget tablet (Halo Value) from "Swipe Telecom", and I was wondering how I can get offline speech recognition on it, since JB should support it.
My language is set to English ...
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Laptop Stolen. How to retrieve the stored MAC address of my laptop from the Network logs of my Android Phone?
Background: I lost my laptop recently and I reported to the police authorities and they said they could help track it if I could give them the MAC address. Unfortunately, I don't remember the MAC ...
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Backup Android 2.3.6 app data before rooting [duplicate]
I want to create a backup of application data (game highscores etc.) for Android version 2.3.6, before I try to root. How to do it?
Helium (Carbon) and Z4Root aren't compatible with my OS version / ...
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How to make packages from f-droid to be treated as from a “known source” (if I have root)?
I usually get packages from http://f-droid.org/ repository through their package browser (because then I have a guarantee that I use free (= libre) software); and they are signed with their key.
I ...
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Do Android devices become slower with time?
I own a Galaxy S (2.3.5 / GT-I9000 / BVJV3) and use it since two and a half years. I also have bought more recent hardware, like an iPad Mini and a more recent Android tablet, which comparatively are ...
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LockScreen Image
I have Samsung Galaxy S2 and I cut 480x800px lockscreen image, but when I try to set her, appear blue frames that can not afford to set her in full screen.How can I set 480 * 800 px image?
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Screenshots in non-rooted Nexus 4? [duplicate]
Is it possible to take screenshots freely in a non-rooted Nexus 4 mobile? How?
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Android caches no-ip forever [duplicate]
I recently coded a widget to communicate with my personal computer and execute lines of commands. The widget works completely fine but the problem i have is that android caches my no-ip hostname and ...
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HTC One S wake-up without using power button
Just gone from a Samsung to a HTC One S. When it's 'asleep', i.e. black screen after a period of inactivity, the only way I can wake it is via the little power button on the top. This is fiddly and ...
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How do I access SkyDrive files locally on phone?
I'm using a HTC One S with the latest SkyDrive app. I've got an MP3 up there that I want to use as a ringtone. I can see my file, I can tick it, I can hit the download button in SkyDrive to sync it to ...
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Does Micromax Ninja A89 has overcharging problems? [duplicate]
I have a new Micromax Ninja A89 mobile phone which has the very low battery capacity - just around 1 day or a little less. I like to go to sleep with my mobile charging. I wake up a few hours after ...
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how can I get fm-radio audio from phone to bluetooth headset?
My motorcycle helmet has a Sena bluetooth headset which I easily connect to my phone. I can get calls and I can listen to the mp3 player of the phone and I can listen to the navigation directions on ...
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Google “Play Music” app constantly running! [duplicate]
Why is Google Play Music constantly running on my galaxy s4? I don't use any music app.
NOTE this has been previously posted but the answer given does NOT work
Go to Settings→Apps→Manage Apps
Go to ...
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S Planner (Mini) widget in Galaxy Note 2 (running on 4.1.2 JB) doesn't update
Recently added the S Planner (Mini) widget to the home screen to have a quick glance of my calendar for the current day. But the widget is not updating by itself. When I tap on 'Today' then the date ...
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Denied permission while copy to sdcard on xperia s
I stack in a situation with my Xperia S, so I do not know what else to do. Here is the brief story what happened. I was getting ready to install the 4.2.2 version on my phone, so I got it successfully ...
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How do I upgrade the OS on my Galaxy S2 I9100MUGKG2
I cannot for the life of me figure out how to do this. I don't know what's wrong with me. Maybe I"m losing it. I'm a Software Engineer with an honors degree in Computer Science and I CAN'T FIGURE ...
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my samsung galaxy nexus keeps telling me to update to 4.2.2 but it won't
as I said in the title my Nexus keeps telling me to update from 4.1.2 to 4.2.2 The build number is JZ054K. When I proceed to update it turns off and later the Android logo shows up and after a little ...
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How can I disable the woman's voice when I turn pages?
I have tried turning off voice input output, already turned off, text-to-speech is off etc. The only voice I can't figure out is when I turn a page she says, "page 2 of 3", or "page 4 of 11." This ...
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Using Galaxy Note 2 and stylus to draw in Photochop CS6 on Computer [duplicate]
Is there a specific and ultimate complete working application that I could use to draw with my stylus on the Galaxy Note 2 in Photoshop CS6 on my computer? IDK if that makes sense, but what I am ...
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How can i install linux ubuntu on my samsung galaxy pocket [closed]
I have a samsung galaxy pocket that is rooted, i tried installing linux ubuntu desktop but it seems that the galaxy pocket does not support loop devices. So the only solution for this would be to ...
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Email doesn't sync anymore with Hotmail after the JellyBean update
My email app used to sync with Hotmail. After the Jellybean update it stopped syncing. I checked the settings: The peak and off-peak schedule are set to 'Push'. I also tested it with 15 minute pull. I ...
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How to install CyanogenMod on an MK808?
How does one install CyanogenMod on the MK808 MiniPC? I can't find a good tutorial nor can I get it to work myself.
At this point I'm hoping I didn't brick my device. I attempted to follow a YouTube ...
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How can I get wired tethering on the Galaxy Rush to a WinXP?
I have a Samsung Galaxy rush that I would like to tether. I assume that it does not support wireless tethering, but it should do wired. Will I need to root the device? How would I do that?
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simulate the android 2+ menu button on an android 4 tablet
I've got a new Android 4.1 tablet. I am trying to run an old app which was created for Android 2.1 and relies on the menu button, and I am not an Android programmer (yet). Can somebody points me to a ...
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Disable camera's lockscreen shortcut
How can I prevent the camera app from opening directly from my Nexus 4's lockscreen? It opens frequently and easily when the lock screen slides from right to left, even if the phone is locked with ...
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Samsung Galaxy S2 is synchronizing without being plugged in
My Samsung Galaxy S2 was plugged in all day yesterday until around 6 PM. Then, after I unplugged it, it said "charged, unplug from charger." So I turned it off because I thought that it would go away. ...
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Do I need to root my phone to get a tcpdump?
I'm troubleshooting my aCal installation and the good folks at aCal asked me for the output from tcpdump -A -- do I need to root my phone and install busybox or can I do this from a terminal emulator?
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How to connect 3rd party tcp/ip device to Nexus7
I have a wired tcp/ip based device that I need to access from an android app running on a rooted nexus 7.
There is only one hard-requirement1. The tablet's primary internet connectivity must NOT be ...
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How to find files related to a process
I was using adb shell to have a peek at what's going on a Sony Xperia Z phone. I've noticed a few services (e.g. com.sonymobile.socialengine.plugins, com.google.android.youtube, etc.).
I'd like to ...
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Share PC storage with BlueStacks?
I am using BlueStacks Beta 1 but its storage capacity is limited. Is there any way that I can share PC storage so that I can install more apps?
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Help with internet on Samsung Galaxy S3
I have just got a Samsung S3 and am having trouble getting it working on the internet properly, I've put in all the settings required from the giffgaff site and checked the network coverage link on ...
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Samsung Galaxy SGH-i897 with SlimBean won't connect to AT&T
Samsung Captivate
AT&T Network
Slim Bean 4.2.2
I was having issues with my phone and decided to try a ROM and give the phone a new life. I chose the SlimBean Android 4.2.2 ROM and all went ...
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Does rooting void insurance? [closed]
I know that rooting voids warranty in most cases, but does it have an affect on an insurance claim?
You could say that you lost the phone and you'll get a refund, but I'm still wondering
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Set Nook Simple Touch back to Stock Reading App
I've a Nook Simple Touch, rooted, with ReLaunch and Aldiko. I'd like to return to the Stock Reading App (instead of Aldiko).
I can't find the stock reading app. I have 'Open with' available on the ...
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Sending single SMS message to multiple contacts causes MMS
I'm experiencing an annoying (and costly) problem on my HTC Desire X. (Android 4.1.1) Every time I send a single message to multiple contacts at the same time, the message will be sent as MMS rather ...
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Got weird noises with auxiliary jack while charging in the car
I'm using Galaxy Note. And I got this weird noise with auxiliary jack while charging in the car.
There is no noise while music is playing, and there is no noise if the charger is unplugged.
How do I ...
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Clearing app data without waiting for it to be counted
When I need to clear an app's data, the "Clear Data" button is greyed out until Android has finished counting how much of it there is. Sometimes it never completes, and I need to force quit Settings ...
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prefer pure stock android nexus 4 or other UI like sense 4 etc? [closed]
anyone can please tell me which one to choose Google nexus 4 with pure android experience or other UI like HTC & Samsung...
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Disable 3g connection in Windows [closed]
My Windows PC is tethered to my Android phone, so I can use the phones mobile data to access the internet from my PC.
I'm trying to save data charges by disabling 3g connection after a period of ...
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Internal Memory getting low despite apps are moved out using Link2SD
There might be similar questions. I don't want to open those old question.
This is what I have done:
I have rooted my phone.
I have installed Link2SD.
It was working good. Suddenly I started to ...
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Cursor positioning in SMS editor
I bought an Android phone (Philips w632) and I'm unhappy with the text editor used when I SMS because when I want to edit a letter in the middle of a word I need to keep tapping the letter until the ...
