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[G2 and Desire Z Themes and Apps] Chinam4n:
Basically what this kitchen does is replaces the original CM7's framework-res.apk and SystemUI.apk, there is also a option in the upload tab to upload a theme that you want to change. I haven't really used the kitchen for CM7, as I'm a MIUI user (easier to theme). But when I used CM6 and Sense Roms, everything worked fine. My guess is that you should try uploading the files YOU have along with your theme apk where it asks you to, and not use preuploaded ones. Seeing how you're using a theme apk for your phone, and when you chose CM7 preuploaded, it doesn't include the theme you're using.
[G2 and Desire Z Themes and Apps] J-Hop2o6:
Ight thx.. imma re-do it now.
[Touch Pro2, Tilt 2 Android General] DVA4890:
What is the best way to boot into Android when I turn on my device. I have tried that dual boot load but I have a problems with it not working is there an easy way or just open heart every time.

Thanks
[Touch Pro2, Tilt 2 Android General] arrrghhh:
I'm assuming you mean HaRET.exe.

Easiest way is Gen.Y.

Slightly less conveinent would be adding a shortcut to your start menu/desktop in WinMo.

Least easy, find haret.exe in your favorite file explorer application.

None of these I can say are "the best" - use what works best for you, the end result is the same for all - you get into Android. Gen.Y definitely does it the fastest, you don't even see WinMo really that way.

However, these are issues related to WinMo, and not Android or XDAndroid - this really isn't the correct section of the forum.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
I WANT TO GET INVOLVED!! BUT WHAT SHALL I DO??? >>CLICK HERE<<

SEE THE 'HOW DO I BRICK MY PHONE?' THREAD >>HERE<<

Please feel free to post your ideas below!

Yes, we all know Seek Droid is an absolute bargain at $0.99 in the mean time...

SherlockGreen Installation Instructions

In menu options/profile data 'Import One Task':

SG-FoundMenu.tsk.xml

SG-FoundOk.tsk.xml

SG-FoundNo.tsk.xml

SherlockVarClear.tsk.xml

In menu options/profile data 'Import One Profile':

Sherlock-Green.prf.xml

Dr Watson Installation Instructions

In menu options/profile data 'Import One Profile':

DrW-Alert.prf.xml

DrW-PopUp.prf.xml

DrW-Location.prf.xml

DrW-Tasker.prf.xml

DrW-Var.prf.xml

The thanks meter lets me know I'm appreciated :eek:
[Android Apps and Games] DrowsyMalice:
I would enjoy having something like this that works reliably, definitely the things that have to be perfected are the locate, encrypt, backup, wipe, alert, custom message and lock-out features.. Everything else is just a great added bonus. ;)

Maybe see if you can somehow activate the microphone to listen to nearby conversation, or cameras to see anything thats going on (hopefully its not just a pocket shot lol)

Sent from my rooted G2X
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
The basics could definitely be perfected...

I like it - start voice recorder for ten seconds - zip it up and email it... or just dial-out of course...

A pocket shot would be a little disappointing! :mad:

Keep the ideas coming....
[Android Apps and Games] lncoln:
Those are some pretty good bonuses. I think it would be cool to have the phone fake being bricked. Fully functional for the owner with remote password. However, phone will run a program in background for "brick" mode.

Display will be nothing but static, all buttons are disabled whilst sending its location, video and voice recordings to your pc.

Pulling the battery, trying to reboot into recovery or fast boot, or connection with usb will not work. All settings are initiated upon boot. Phone is "bricked" until you send the password via your pc.

I don't know if this would be possible, just a thought.

Rooted G2
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
I'm sure we could achieve most of it with pooled knowledge...

'Brick mode' is really essential to allow the phone to keep communicating. Would need a silent, black splash and boot animation so if the device was rebooted it would still appear off... or perhaps a fake one that appears to show errors and say's 'powering off'...?

Recovery and Fastboot are completely separate - to my knowledge they can't be tampered with from the OS - Although maybe there are some essential system files they use that Tasker could delete? I'm really not knowledgeable enough about that... :(
[Android Apps and Games] Rob.G:
How about preventing itself from being uninstalled. Perhaps by needing a password (or some other means) to continue with the uninstall.
[Android Apps and Games] AntAreS24:
Would it be possible to take a picture when movement is detected? and send this picture by email?
[Android Apps and Games] baboonsRus:
How about it setting itself to speaker phone and calling a selected contact who can instruct them on how to get the phone back to you.

...insert witty signature here.
[Android Apps and Games] baboonsRus:
And if that fails within a # of tries, emails location to you periodically.

...insert witty signature here.
[Android Apps and Games] sakai4eva:
A fake brick option would be the best, coupled with sensor awareness for recovery.

For the fake brick, it think it would be best if the screen gets stuck at a battery low/please plugin your charger, so that the perp will always charge your phone for you if they wanna use it.

For the sensor awareness, taking a recording, as well as taking occasional videos would be nice, as well as GPS location data.
[Android Apps and Games] Furzbirre:
Tasker and other apps can't enable/disable GPS since 2.3.3, Google change the security restrictions, also Radio on/off is not possible. And yes, this sucks. :mad:
[Android Apps and Games] lifelikelife:
Still works on CM7 though :)

Found this thread through a post I made on another forum.

That's an awesome list, will have a go at implementing some of these to my setup.

edit: maybe after reboot (if a security flag has been activated) the 'lockscreen' can ask the guy to input his info (name/email..password?? lol) in order to use the phone, then obviously send those out.
[Android Apps and Games] XlAfbk:
suggestion:

- enable Taskers PW-protection

feedback:

- don't like: 2-5 (maybe display a sms-provided msg instead?), 27, 28

- like: 1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 23

BTW: any good alarm sounds you guys can recommend? Looking for a nice loud one that'll be easy to hear when nearby
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
If you're talking about Tasker itself, then it can already be password protected.

I'm not sure how to tap into the sensor controls, but enabling a number of Tasker gesture alerts that basically activate for any movement would do it. Tasker would only react to these gestures if it knew it was in 'slueth mode'.

Both could work. If you've left it on a train for example, it would first text your chosen emergency contact telling him/her it's about to call them and to get ready to shout loud to see if someone hears...

The ultimate goal would be to make the perp leave the phone 'awake' for as long as possile whilst fooling them into doing something like looking for a charger (that would be great if they kept charging it up!!) or following long winded instructions that they think will give them full use of the device, all the time keeping them unaware that they are being hunted down!

CM have indeed hacked this.

For other custom ROMs, Google will tell you that under settings/location and secuirty wifi and GPS should always be ticked and will use no extra resource until required. Alternatively, most Gingerbread ROMs have the the status bar power widget. I'm pretty sure this is controlled by a simple system file that Tasker could overwrite - further investigation needed.

Ha! We know there are some very dumb criminals around. It could be worth a shot!

We'll make sure that these profiles are fully configurable for individual tastes - so if one users likes one idea and not another, they can easily adjust. I'm sure we'll get some volunteers on XDA to make us the custom bootanimations, splash screens, black wallpaper, fake wallpaper (with instructions on), images we can show on the screen (with fake instructions on) and sounds etc etc etc.
[Android Apps and Games] project.in.process:
i think a good option would be to initate a fake phone call (activate ringer, stock Call Screen with picture of a really attractive girl) and have the caller name be something like, "the best hookup ever" so as the Thief looks at it--the Front Facing Camera option is enabled & takes a picture of the Thief.

this picture then gets automatically sent to a designated email.

just a thought.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Ha! Classic... Love it :D If only I already had such a 'contact' in my phone...

I could do with a device with a forward facing camera too...
[Android Apps and Games] khaytsus:
Whew god, first suggestion, kill that signature. Wow.

Anywho. I wrote something like this myself a while back, but it's not quite in good shape to share I don't think, I'd have to evaluate it.

Anywho, it watches for SMS or Email with keywords and does some action based on those keywords. Primary keyword is to send information, such as location, last call in, last call out, last sms in, last sms out, phone number, battery info, some misc other stuff I think, had to keep it at 140 for sms.

Also if the phone number changes, it sends the same info every 5 minutes to a predesignated SMS.

For email I had to write my own http mail relay since I could not figure out a way to send mail without some intermediate steps showing on the screen or needing to hit the Send button.. kinda defeats the purpose. So it just does a POST to my web server and it sends the email.

If nothing is written here yet and anyone is interested, I can do some clean up and post it. Although I'm pretty bad about getting it done, I still need to post some GPS Tracking tasks I wrote a while back for "TrackMe".. ahem.
[Android Apps and Games] overthinkingme:
Can we get it to mimic the initial android phone setup, the welcome to android screen, make them touch the android, then they input their info?
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Ha! I'll make you a deal - you stick around and help out (you know your stuff) with this and I'll tone down the sig ;)

Perfect! Dig it out... I didn't consider the character limit...

You mean if the SIM is changed?? I like that... Having the phone number of whoever stole it is brilliant...

I was concerned that everyone would have to switch to K9 to use the email features. I know the dev of Tasker is working on gmail integration, but it's not ready yet. Can those without their own web server use a similar workaround somehow - or can you POST to a pop3 server for example (long shot)?

We're expecting high things of you now! I'll sort out the initial profiles over the weekend, so would be great to see what you've done...
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
I like it, would be great. The problem is that Tasker can display an image of the setup screen to mimic it, but when you start talking about having actual input fields to enter data is goes way beyond scope and you would be talking about someone knocking up a fake 'initial set-up' program that Tasker could easily start and easily read the output/input from a text file (and then send it), but we'd need a committed volunteer to write it.....

I'll add it to the ideas in hope!!
[Android Apps and Games] lifelikelife:
I managed to get Tasker to email me the coordinates using a python script. The email/password are stored as variables in Tasker. Did this on froyo following a guide, haven't tried it in 2.3

Also, yeah, for capturing input data the closest you'll get is using decent looking background images for the 'variable query' task... but yeah you can capture text input data in tasker and store it in variables.

If the script works on 2.3 then you don't necessarily need to write a new app.

edit: i just tested it and it works :)
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Hi lifelikelife,

I'm not up on scripting and I've yet to use 'variable query', so I'll be guided by you on this please! Can you post it so I (and probably others) can educate themselves on how it sends the email? It's good to have you on-board!
[Android Apps and Games] lifelikelife:
Sure thing. Believe it or not, I couldn't figure out how to export the task+profile, so I'll just type it up. I might be missing some steps here so let me know if it works for you. I've implemented both the variable query, as well as the email auto send without any prompts, which is what I had in mind when I suggested to get the thief to input their info.

You'll need to install these (can't post links so remove spaces):

sl4- //code . google. com/p/android-scripting/

python- ://code . google. com/p/android-scripting/downloads/detail?name=pythonforandroid_r3.apk

You'll also have to download the attachment to this post and rename it to sendemailA.py, then place it in the SL4 scripts folder on your phone.

Go into tasker and create a new task, call it 'EMAIL'. In it, run 5 'variable set' tasks with the following names and data:

%EMAIL_NAME : 'from' field in the email

%EMAIL_USER: the username/login (as you would input into gmail, so no @gmail.com)

%EMAIL_PSWD: the password

%EMAIL_TO: the email address to send the email to

%EMAIL_SUBJECT: the subject of the email

Save the task!

Next you create the following profile for received sms (or anything, really just an example):

1- 'Variable Query': In name write %EMAIL_BODY, in background you can choose an image (I wish it had a 'full screen' option)

2- 'Perform task': The EMAIL task you made

3- 'Run Script': Select sendemailA.py. In 'Pass Variables' field type in all the variables you made in the EMAIL task, as well as %EMAIL_BODY, separating each with a comma.

Press test. It should work, it's working for me. The only thing here, obviously, is that the password is stored in plain text in the EMAIL task, don't know if it's possible to encrypt this info somehow? I don't know how though :(

edit: i just realized, you can just make a dummy email account that forwards to your main one, that way you don't need to put in your main account details and only risk the dummy account.

edit: variable %EMAIL_SUBJECT
[Android Apps and Games] khaytsus:
So I assume you're requiring sl4 (and thus root) so you can directly send emails from Android instead of a web server type mail proxy?

Exporting tasks from Tasker is right in the menus when you're in the task or profile, just hit the menu button.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Great stuff - Thanks meter +1! I'll have a play around with this later and see what I can do with it.

I hadn't really considered making a 'non-root' version of this. The intended system edits (via locale execute) to disable the phone will require root too... Perhaps if there's enough demand?
[Android Apps and Games] pn18:
Even though I don't even own an android smartphone yet (my SGSII hopefully will arrive next week), I'm really looking forward for that particular function of your app. However, right now I don't have the time to write down my ideas and thoughts so I'll do that tomorrow.

What an useless post, I know. Just a little "sign" of my support.:)
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
It's a good purchase, you'll never look back. You've got the legendary Chainfire active in the Galaxy S II forum, so you'll be in for some treats...

To clarify, I'm not the dev of this app, just a big fan and it is a paid application (if you choose) after the free trial. The mods here let me get away with posting in this 'free apps' section because you can replicate and create most applications you'd normally purchase, but then completely personalise them... It saves you money in the end!

Welcome to XDA. I'll see you back here soon...
[Android Apps and Games] DraginMagik:
a most excellent project.

I look forward to seeing how it works.

i like tasker, but it kinda kicks my ass for anything beyond the basics.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Glad you approve - please contribute with any ideas you have

A couple of tutorials in my annoying signature might help??
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
SHERLOCK DROID! Initial profiles coming soon!

Ideas and initial four profiles coming soon!

SherlockGreen

SherlockAmber

SherlockRed

DrWatson

Don't forget to subscribe! :cool:
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
SherlockGreen V1 up!

We're off and running folks :eek:

Please provide your feedback :p thoughts :confused: and ideas :cool:
[Android Apps and Games] XlAfbk:
try the "Federal 7T dual-tone air raid siren" from http://www.airraidsirens.com/audiovideo.html as alarm sound
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Ouch! Perfect!

I'm not sure whether I'd go to the phone or hit the deck for cover though!? If you've tracked your stolen device to within 20 meters, hearing that would become sweet music to the ears.....
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Dr Watson Initial Profiles Uploaded!

Dr Watson Initial Profiles Uploaded!

DrW-Alert.prf.xml

DrW-PopUp.prf.xml

DrW-Location.prf.xml

DrW-Tasker.prf.xml

DrW-Var.prf.xml

It's time for your feedback and input folks... I have a headache...
[Android Apps and Games] StephenMilone:
just came across this thread today...will def be watching it, love the concept. thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Glad to hear it, please feel free to contribute with any ideas.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
DrWatsonLocation

DrW-Location updated with Google maps link with pointer

Could do with some more input folks! Anyone feeling inspired or have any feedback with what's been done so far...?
[Android Apps and Games] TullyMan:
Not sure if it was mentioned somewhere but this would be a good use of the front facing camera (if phone is equipped) since no one really uses it.

Could detect a button being pressed (or a different way to sense if phone is being held in hand and being used) and take a picture of the evil (or nice) person.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
It's been suggested in style with a picture of a hot (probably fake) contact to make sure the thief is looking/drooling!! :eek:
[Android Apps and Games] torsrex:
Just to let you know, I have finally taken my time to read through this whole post, will create a nandroid backup and test the profiles tomorrow (read the alarm clock :p).
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Can't believe you went to sleep! Call yourself a tester!!? ;)

Until tomorrow...
[Android Apps and Games] torsrex:
Alright, tested the sherlockGreen task. You need to change the mobile data (remove the 2g or 3g thingy) because it wouldn't turn on until I removed that task.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Hmmm... It works for me, so need to find out why it doesn't work for you... Could you increase the wait time or try turning on the data connection prior to switching to 3g preferred.... It would be advantageous to make sure the device was in 3g mode...
[Android Apps and Games] pn18:
Hey, it's me from page #1.:)

As you can see, I haven't forgotten about this thread. Got my SGSII I9100 in the meantime and I have to say, I'm so happy to own this fantastic piece of hardware! Also the dev support is AWESOME, just as you've said.

However, about three hours ago I've tried tasker for the first time and figured out, that basic stuff is pretty boring, so I tried to do something more advance (at least for me:p). As I'm a total newcomer to android/UNIX/scripting and stuff like that, so I'm especially proud the have achieved the following task:

Task triggered per SMS (you know, could be triggered by ANYTHING, really) --> activates GPS --> gets GPS and Net location --> deletes previous picture if there is one --> snaps new picture --> moves picture into python enabled folder --> creates email with all important info like location, last dailed number and stuff like that --> attaches the spy pic --> sends to my email address

Instead of the pic you could also, of course, attach recorded audio or any other valuable data to the email.

There is a drawback though: As far as I know you can't use the front facing cam which would be totally awesome.

If you want I can provide you with a tutorial/file, just let me know how to export a task/ a profile.

Cheers!
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Good work! Sounds brilliant... Upload the profile by clicking on it and selecting export xml to SD - it will then be in the profiles folder under Tasker. To export a task, open it and press menu. All scripts are stored in an SL4A folder.

Zip them all up on your pc and attach them here! I'll check it out.
[Android Apps and Games] Rafi_:
Hey Just wanted to get in on this thread and let you know I would be happy to test. Will let you know my results soon.
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Good to have you on-board Rafi, let me know what you think and any ideas you have! :eek:
[Android Apps and Games] Keiserrott:
Random thoughts.....

Getting the slueth work done before the battery dies is key.

Limit the camera to taking a photo only when phone is held up at 45 degrees (like someone would hold it while looking at the screen) and enough light is detcted. Also, turning off bluetooth, wifi and unnecessary apps could further extend battery life.

A sexy ringtone with photo (as mentioned prior) would get the perk posing for a photo :)
[Android Apps and Games] Rafi_:
I do 2D and 3D artwork on the side, my forte is graphics (not programming or coding) so I would be honored to make some background images or animations for this project. I am soooo looking forward to doing some testing on the various sherlock/watson tasker profiles!! :)
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Fantastic :D Your services will be called upon soon! Look after your phone until then!
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Random thoughts appreciated, keep them coming!

Good idea on the camera being tilted (for those like me who don't have a front facing camera), we can use a 'gesture' in Tasker for that - need to mute the camera sound and turn off the flash if in Sleuth mode. The sound I can do - turning off the flash within the camera app has me scratching my head... :confused:

Agreed on preserving battery - half way through a profile that deals with this. Trying to make it so any variable you have set on your device (and the built in ones of course) can be queried and adjusted remotely.

We need everyone to start uploading pictures of sexy girls then! Let's see who can come up with the fittest girl! I just wish I actually knew some... damn...
[Android Apps and Games] Keiserrott:
Make a phony contact entry which was really "the slueth" using a sexy photo and a hot chicks voice. So...we call, a voice starts to talk and the photo comes up on the screen. The natural reaction for a person with the phone would be to look at the screen, making for a good time to snap a series of photos with a short time delay between them. Then a silent email of the photos and coords to your email.

Heck, this could almost make having your phone stolen fun as you screw with the thief!

To avoid flash, could we trick the camera into thinking the room is well let and thus the flash isn't needed?

It would chew battery, but could you fire up an app like IP Webcam remotely?
[Android Apps and Games] brandall:
Ha! We'll volunteer you to for the first real life test then!!

I'll have a dig around in the light level settings to see what I can find and if the battery level is high, setting off an IP app would be very good. Do you know any free ones that work well in the market?
[Android Apps and Games] riahc3:
No "alpha" .apk to test?
[Android Apps and Games] mi3x:
Great stuff here!!! I tested it, works very nice... I would like something to put it in silent mode and clear the sms notification bar, but I really don't know how to do that.

Anyway, it seems there's alot of room for improvment, new ideas pop up daily as far as I can see. AMAZING WORK! :D