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Proximity sensor issue on receiving telephone call
This is related to an issue with android custom ROMs on the legacy device the LG G4, since the move to A12 and A13. This doesnt occur on any version below A12.
I need your help with debugging the ...
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Why doesn't Chrome permit usage of camera/mic even tho permission has been given?
I have granted permission for Chrome to access my microphone and camera both online and within my phone. However, when I visit a website through Chrome that needs to use them, it will prompt me again. ...
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Unlock bootloader for Tecno Spark 10C - K15k
I am trying to unlock the bootloader of my tecno Spark 10c to install custom from on it...
I have tried everything, and every command, stack forum, and other website doesn't help. Please help if any ...
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An app that registers in android system file explorer and shows clipboard content
Is there an app that registers in the android system's system file browser and always contains the current content of the clipboard? It might be helpful if you, for example don't want to download an ...
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Is it possible to bypass the "OEM Unlock" feature in developers options menu by modifying the OEM_UNLOCK flag in the "persist" partition?
I have a Moto G9 Plus that is stuck in a bootloop. I’ve tried flashing the stock firmware multiple times without success, and I cannot boot into recovery or use a custom recovery ROM since none is ...
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Find My Device - Is 2FA No Longer Required?
I've done a bit of experimentation which is related to this question.
2FA has been active on accounts, however, Find My Device seems to no longer require the second factor - only password is required. ...
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Meta Quest 3 access files between users?
Using ADB or other methods, is there a way to access the secondary account's files?
The Meta Quest Developer Hub is able to download files in the File Manager tab on Windows, which makes me think, ...
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Skype shortcut - voicecall by default
I have a Skype contact shortcut on the home screen of a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 running Android 5.0.2. When I click the shortcut, I get a dialogue box with a series of options i.e. voice call, message,...
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Maintaining airplane mode after alarm powers on phone and rings on lock screen (in airplane mode)
I am running Android 12 on a Realme 8 5G phone.
This phone comes with the following clock application, which is separate from the Google clock application that can be downloaded from the Google Play ...
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Media Skip back/forward via USB keyboard keys
I have an Android 14 phone (Samsung Galaxy A15). I want to control media playback with a USB keyboard connected to my phone. The keyboard does not have dedicated "media playback" buttons.
Is ...
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How to force youtube links in whatsapp to open on youtube?
This is question that has been asked many times
How to make Android 12 let me pick the app every time when opening URLs on a particular domain?
How to make YouTube URLs open in YouTube app rather than ...
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Accessibility: Android support to allow mute people to express themselves via typing (via on-the-go dynamic voice generation) [closed]
I wonder whether there exist real time text to voice applications that speak as you enter text in Gboard.
Some applications of such technology would be allowing mute people to guide children, for ...
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Accessibility: Android blind users using an app to navigate in space according to compass [closed]
Several years ago a post was made on the software recommendations stack exchange, with an attached conversation thread, for a first step towards enabling better navigation of blind users in space.
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How to turn off Passkey functionality in Google Chrome?
In my opinion it's not so much Android question despite I have an Android phone related to the problem but rather Google Chrome browser settings issue but my question initially posted in Superuser got ...
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Does/will Android allow adjusting multimedia volume per app?
Windows/Linux support this. Samsung's Android has this feature. But I cannot find this in Google Android or LineageOS. Does Android not support this currently? If so, is there any plan for this in the ...
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Cannot access to local devices when the connection to the internet is interrupted
Need a hint as I am running out of ideas to progress in my project:
I have two phones: a Pixel 6a / Android 14 and an old Huawei / Android 9. I have a network with an Access Point for WiFi connections ...
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AudioWave Ui in kotlin jetpack compose [closed]
Hi There!
I am developing an audio trimmer app in jetpack compose. I want to create this component where the selected audio is shown in waves and the user can drag the two sticks to select the length ...
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Samsung Galaxy M30s not booting the firmware but possible to boot into Recovery/Download Mode. How to get access to internal storage?
I have a long history with my Samsung Galaxy M30s changing firmware, installing TWRP with Magisk, removing TWRP, and only using Magisk...
The phone worked well for a very long time. Yesterday, it ...
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20 GB of "Other" files?
I have a Samsung Galaxy S9+ with 64 GB.
I deleted almost every app (including WhatsApp). At this moment, my archive says that there are 19.57 GB of files in a group named "Other" (or "...
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WhatsApp using prepaid minutes
I have noticed that WhatsApp is using my prepaid minutes.
I have a phone with prepaid minutes and am not on any data-plan. For internet I use WiFi connectivity.
WhatsApp claims that there is no charge ...
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How do I pin the calculator to my home screen?
I find it handy to have a calculator on my phone, but the way I have to launch it is anything but handy. It is not on my home screen (or any that come if I swipe to the side) nor on the set of screens ...
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Disable "swipe to lock" screen on Galaxy S10e
Using a Galaxy S10e, pressing the side button turns off the screen, as expected:
Pressing the side button again turns the screen on, and asks the user to swipe to continue:
I neither have nor want ...
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given the apk for an app, how can I discover what devices are and are not supported? [duplicate]
As per the title: if I manage to download an APK, it'll have some file(s) that list what devices are compatible or not (things like android version, screen size and other restrictions)
What is/what ...
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How to let messenger apps notifications from specific contacts bypass DND?
I have DND mode ON at night.
But I want the phone to ignore the DND and do play the sound for messages from specific contacts in messenger apps
Note: I'm not talking about phone calls - there is a ...
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How to make vibration work in "Vibrate" mode? [closed]
I have tried to make vibration on my app in Android (API 34, Android 11), with the following code:
Vibrator v = (Vibrator) context.getSystemService(Context.VIBRATOR_SERVICE);
long[] pattern = {...
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How to detect if a Google account is added using AccountManager in Android? [closed]
I’m building an Android app where I need to check if a Google account is added to the device. If a Google account is found, I want to perform an action (like opening sync settings). If not, I want to ...
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Is there a way to look at apps running in the background, with a view to closing them
I am talking about services. But some apps run in the background even when you "Close All".
Some examples
Parallel Space
Email / Message Apps
Apps with widgets installed
I am using ...
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Can't get SM-900 to be accessible with fastboot on Linux
I'm using Debian GNU/Linux trixie (well, the Devuan equivalent to be exact), and am working on a Samsung SM-P900 Galaxy Note 12.2 Pro tablet. As part of possibly flashing it, I need to make sure the ...
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Installing Alpine Linux using Fastboot
I have a Lenovo TAB 10 (TB-X103F) with TWRP installed, but no OS.
I am attempting to install alpine linux but to my knowledge, the tablet is unable to boot from EFI, so im confused on what to do next ...
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LG Bello II listed under Unknown device (driver issue)
My LG Bello II (lg-x150) running Android 5.0 Lollipop is listed under Unknown device (driver issue).
I have tried everything the usual solutions offer:
Installed Universal Naked Drivers -> Did not ...
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Are these screenshot logcats normal? [closed]
I have a Samsung Galaxy S10+. I noticed that my phone was slow and getting too hot. When I look at the logcat, I notice logs related to the capture of my device.
1726261801.404 1000 5444 5620 I ...
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Is it possible to connect an Android phone to an Android tablet, and use the phone as a scanner for an app on the tablet?
I'm using an inventory management app on an Android tablet, such as "Stock and Inventory Online".
Would I be able to connect over Bluetooth to another Android phone, and use the phone as a ...
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ADB command to set microphone always on
I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+, and the microphone is disabled whenever I switch from Discord to the home screen (only if the screen stream is on).
I've tried almost every possible way except using ...
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Difference between the two version numbers from `adb --version`
I am currently a bit confused why there are two version numbers provided by adb --version:
Android Debug Bridge version 1.0.41
Version 28.0.2-debian
My current guess is that the first one indicates ...
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What is (a) Firehose (file)?
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What is a "Firehose file" (or its counterpart, the mere "Firehose", if that's more applicable)?
Rationale and Research
I ask because, in threads like the undermentioned:
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How do I get past a code screen lock/Google lock after factory reset with USB and tablet [closed]
I can't get into my Motorola Moto G after a factory reset. It is number code screen-locked and Google-locked. I've tried using the emergency call from the start screen already.
I'm looking for help ...
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What is OS Fingerprint during boot screen?
During the boot of an unlocked device, it displays "OS Fingerprint:" with some random string.
What does this string represent? Additionally, is there a way to safely change it? I know if ...
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How Can I Resolve a Persistent Security Breach on My Devices Despite Multiple Measures? [closed]
I’ve been experiencing a severe security breach where individuals have hacked into both my Android and Linux devices. They have access to all my online and offline activities, including my social ...
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Can I upgrade an SM-P900 to a newer Android version?
I've gotten an abandoned Samsung Galaxy Note SM-P900 tablet, which is supposed to go to charity. Unfortunately, it sports an Android 5.0.1, a lot of APKs don't install, and many websites can't be ...
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Google Meet in Activity History [closed]
Is there any way Google Meet can show up in your activity history if you didn't open and/or use it?
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How do I hide the Gemini button in Google Messages?
Recently a Gemini button with a blue sparkle started appearing on the bottom right when I check my messages on the Google Messages app. I have no interest in using Google's AI service.
How do I get ...
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How can I disable Google Maps on Android Auto
I like to use Waze on Android Auto. I have these issues
Even though I have Waze as the first app and Maps as the last app, Google Maps invariably shows up in the first few apps.
I use Waze all the ...
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Replace libc.so on rooted Android 13
I want to replace libc.so on my rooted Android 13.
remount did not work, what are my options?
panther:/apex/com.android.runtime/lib64/bionic # file libc.so
libc.so: ELF shared object, 64-bit LSB arm64,...
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Find my phone - Samsung vs Google
My Samsung S23 was stolen while on vacation in Rome. I'm trying to use my Samsung android tablet to remote wipe the device. I've learned that there are two alternatives to finding / wiping /locking ...
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Why is Linux device showing on Google's "Your devices" when using Samsung Browser?
My Samsung Galaxy S23 was stolen while in Rome on vacation. I used the Google Account Management / Security / Your devices screen to indicate what devices have connected to my Google account since the ...
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How can I configure "do not disturb" so that Telegram still emits some sound when someone calls?
How can I configure "do not disturb" so that Telegram still emits some sound when someone calls?
I tried to configure as follows up, but when someone calls me on Telegram the phone doesn't ...
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What is the easiest way to force clear ALL the app data and cache of Android STB using ADB? [closed]
If I sign in using Gmail to Android Set Top Box (STB), my login info is saved on that. I need to remove that Gmail or login credentials.
What is the easiest way to force clear ALL the app data and ...
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Samsung SM-P900 - won't turn on, no leds, charging has no effect
I was asked by a friend to try to get an (abandoned?) Samsung SM-P900 tablet into working order.
(This is not my device, just an illustration.)
The device does not exhibit any physical damage, and ...
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Google's "Find My Device" shows confusing, delayed information
My Samsung Android phone was stolen 10 days ago while on vacation in Rome. I used Google's 'Find My Device' from my Android tablet a couple of hours after the theft; it said the phone was in ...
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Google Pixel with Android 15 Beta, can't unlock bootloader
I have a Pixel 7 Pro that is enrolled into the Adroid 15 beta program, and in developer options, "OEM unlocking" is greyed out so I can't unlock the bootloader.
Is there a way around this?
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