yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mzxx:
Google tells us that to check the "use location data" means background location data will be sent. Weird thing is practically everyone has a blind spot for it - the old not-reading-the-EULA problem perhaps...

I personally think the info could be of interest for population densities, average distance travelled per day, literally where people go and when. With the obvious proviso that none of it is personally identifiable. Just aggregates...

Google is actually sitting on a goldmine of info, but realistically it will be parlayed into advertising profitability.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mzxx:
To be more precise: "Allow Google's location service to collect anonymous location data... ...Collection may occur even when no apps are running."
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rhd-android:
Well you're right to an extent, and frankly, the way they've implemented this is a little frustrating.

Essentially, you check-off "Google's Location Service" because you want to be able to position yourself using WiFi, etc, as opposed to simply using GPS. However, once you check off that you want to use WiFi signals to aid with positioning yourself in apps (not just Maps BTW), you get a popup that asks whether you consent to send your own location data back to Google, potentially in the background. Here's the problem: If you do not provide your consent to share your own positioning info with Google, the settings page automatically removes the check you placed in the box indicating that you wanted to use WiFi data for your own positioning.

There's no reason that these two things need to be inseparably linked. The fact that Android removes your check-mark enabling the use of WiFi for positioning yourself, simply because you don't want to constantly notify Google of your own position, is a tactic that bullies users into agreeing to the latter.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] derekwilkinson:
???

That is what maps is doing. The only other reason it would be running is latitude. Otherwise Google Maps will run when your location is to be obtained. It won't hurt your battery life if you don't do anything that checks location. It also won't waste RAM because if you need more RAM your device will take care of it.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mzxx:
@rdh-android

I agree they don't have to be linked. This might bring the haters out, but I gave up a long time ago worrying about Google and my privacy. They don't exactly hide that they want to catalog all the world's information.

I just hold out hope that they're using some of it in a tangible and altruistic way to benefit humanity; not just entirely for their own interests - but of course they do have the right to do that.

Also, I think the worst privacy problems come from self-inflicted damage on Four Square, Facebook, Twitter, etc. Google, like any company serious about privacy commits to anonymous collection...
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] mzxx:
@derekwilkinson

It is a simple fact that Latitude doesn't have to be enabled for this behavior to occur. It is Use Location Data that does it - ie: WiFi location. I have never had Latitude activated and it happens. Please be careful stating a hypothesis as fact.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] rhd-android:
Again - I'm not concerned about RAM, nor am I concerned (at least WRT this issue) about battery life. It's privacy that is my concern. And again, I do not have Latitude enabled, never have.

Honestly, if my location data was simply (and provably) used only by Google, for targeting ads at my eyeballs, then I'd be fine with it. Running an Android phone, you have to trust Google, that's reality.

But the data is not provably limited to Google's use. What happens if that location data is captured by a man-in-the-middle? What if the data is subpoenaed? What if Google is hacked and the data leaks?

Fundamentally: You don't have to mistrust Google in order to think that it's a bad idea to constantly send them your location.
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] derekwilkinson:
what in the hell are you talking about. i didn't say it only was latitude i said latitude is what would actually cause major battery drain.

............................................________

....................................,.-'"...................``~.,

.............................,.-"..................................."-.,

.........................,/...............................................":,

.....................,?......................................................,

.................../...........................................................,}

................./......................................................,:`^`..}

.............../...................................................,:"........./

..............?.....__.........................................:`.........../

............./__.(....."~-,_..............................,:`........../

.........../(_...."~,_........"~,_....................,:`........_/

..........{.._$;_......"=,_......."-,_.......,.-~-,},.~";/....}

...........((.....*~_......."=-._......";,,./`..../"............../

...,,,___.`~,......"~.,....................`.....}............../

............(....`=-,,.......`........................(......;_,,-"

............/.`~,......`-...................................../

.............`~.*-,.....................................|,./.....,__

,,_..........}.>-._...................................|..............`=~-,

.....`=~-,__......`,.................................

...................`=~-,,.,...............................

................................`:,,...........................`..............__

.....................................`=-,...................,%`>--==``

........................................_..........._,-%.......`

...................................,
[TouchPad Themes and Apps] Paging Dr B:
For those of you who haven't heard there's a new update to the advanced (paid) version of quadrant.

Not too shabby eh? Note: The galaxy tab pictured is the old slow one, not the 10.1

I uploaded a screenshot from my HTC Sensation too as they have similar specs (only 768MB of RAM in the HTC)
[TouchPad Themes and Apps] dylyxcore:
damnnnnnnnnnnn
[TouchPad Themes and Apps] hollafront1314:
What is this quadrant?
[TouchPad Themes and Apps] derausgewanderte:
cpu gpu benchmark app
[HTC EVO 3D] d12d:
Sorry for the thread similar to other but mine is a little different and am looking for confirmation before I break my phone

I will be selling my Sprint Evo 3D that is rooted with S-Off. It currently has Fresh Rom 4.2(with the newest update) installed. I am likely selling it to someone who wants it stock and unrooted. Am I ok to run the ruu in the link below, anything else I need to do? Thanks!!

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=21593454&postcount=564
[HTC EVO 3D] megabiteg:
Just ensure to rename the file properly but, yes, that is all you need.
[HTC EVO 3D] d12d:
Thank you so much! I just wanted to verify before I bricked my phone right before I sold it.
[HTC EVO 3D] bman55:
Will this work for the 1.5hboot htc unlocked method to make it appear stock?
[HTC EVO 3D] d12d:
I've never had to deal with the HTC unlock method however I believe you can just go to the website and re-lock your phone. I know I have seen this questions pop up before.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Hello everyone, i decided to make a Video instead of post step-by-step instructions. ENJOY!

If you have suggestions for a how-to or questions about the video-tutorials feel free to post it.

My Youtube Channel: http://bit.ly/HACOCI​

[HOW-TO] format micro SDcard to boot from the Nook Tablet on Windows

* You may need to power off your device and power it on by plugging it to your PC with the USB cable to make it boot from sdcard

[YOUTUBE]MzT4vPZ7Yoc[/YOUTUBE]

[HOW-TO] create shortcuts of files/media on your Android device desktop

* Download ES File Explorer & ES Bookmark Manager - Android Market

[YOUTUBE]Azvor-UiNxo[/YOUTUBE]

[HOW-TO] Stream your media anywhere in your Android device

[YOUTUBE]9JPNEc96jWk[/YOUTUBE]

[HOW-TO] Setup Mizuu + CIFS Manager on your Android 4.0+ device

[YOUTUBE]sJ4WmRcSK98[/YOUTUBE]

* I will be making more videos to show you what other things you can do with your Android device and love it even more.

* This thread is more oriented to NOOBS that are not that technical <yet>, it is why i decided to make Videos. Welcome!

~ Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Reserved for a future..
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
UPDATE!

[HOW-TO] Stream your media anywhere in your Android device ADDED

~ Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Update! April/11

[HOW-TO] format micro SDcard to boot from the Nook Tablet ADDED

~ Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Update August/1

[HOW-TO] Setup Mizuu + CIFS Manager on your Android 4.0+ device ADDED

~ Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] timpilcher:
Awesome!

Veronica, you've done so much to help grow the Nook community. I'm by no means new to Android, but the Nook is so 'quirky' it was kinda intimidating when I first got it.

But you've done some great work and been willing to share it with folks here. The video tutorials just being the latest example. :)
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] KaramKabbas:
[QUOTE!!!!!!!=lavero.burgos;29641723][HOW-TO] Setup Mizuu + CIFS Manager on your Android 4.0+ device ADDED

~ Veronica[/QUOTE]

Sent from my SGH-I897
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] bharath026:
Enjoying reading your post good video
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] b33z:
I followed the video to the letter, and ES always says "Cannot find FTP Server" ... Any help would be great!!

Thanks,

b33z
[LG Optimus 2x] DragonXD:
I' have just rooted my Optimus 2x last week. Now what i have to do ?

How i save my stock rom (2.3.4)

How i backup all my apps and data?

How i backup my sms , contacts etc ?

How i put the new rom ?

Big Thanks
[LG Optimus 2x] SP1996AC:
1. Install Rom Manager, and from there flash ClockworkMod Recovery.

Enter ClockworkMod recovery. (reboot in recovery, or boot while holding power + volume down button) In ClockworkMod recovery select backup/restore and then backup (you can navigate using the volume buttons and power button)

2. Pretty much the same as 1. A nandroid backup (recovery backup) backups everything. But, if you only want a backup of your apps and data you could always use Titanium Backup.

3. With My Backup you can backup your contacts etc.

4. Download the rom onto your SD card. The rom will be in zip format, no need to unpack it.

From there boot into recovery, select the options:

factory reset/wipe data (root will not be erased)

Wipe cache

Advanced --> wipe dalvik

And then select the option install zip from SD card and choose the right SD card. (internal or external)
[LG Optimus 2x] Trystan34:
1. How do I save my stock rom (2.3.4)?

To save your stock rom you need Rom Manager. Once you have installed Rom Manager you must "Flash ClockworkMod recovery. Once you have done that, you must swithch your phone off. Once it is off, press and hold the volume up (+) and down (-) button while holding the power button. Do this for about 10 seconds and it will boot into ClockworkMod recovery. Once in there go to "backup and restore" and then "backup" Now after that you will have a nandroid backup.

2. How do I backup all my apps and data?

To backup all your apps and data use Titanium Backup . Once you have installed Titanium Backup, go to "backup/restore" push the options key on your phone and then press"Batch". Now select "Backup all user apps/system data".

3. How do I backup my sms , contacts etc ?

Use MyPhoneExplorer Client. You need to also install the software on your computer. Once you have done that. Open it on your phone and connect your phone to your pc. Then open the software on your computer and click sync.

4. How do I put the new rom ?

Oce you have got ClockworkMod recovery installed you can flash a new rom.

Do a full wipe in recovery mode (wipe data, cache, dalvik) but you can always restore your data with titanium backup. What you also could do in case everything goes wrong (I highly doubt it) is to make a total rom backup which you would have done if you did the back up like I said in question 1. You can also press "backup rom" in Rom Manager. In my signature there is a "rom" and "kernel" which I use. You could try that if you want.

Good Luck :)
[LG Optimus 2x] lopiop:
ok i got a question, i have a nandroid backup of the stock rom ive used before, android 2.3.4 and if i restore using clockworkmod everything will be okay
[LG Optimus 2x] Trystan34:
No, it depends on what rom you using. You would have to change the partitions back.
[LG Optimus 2x] lopiop:
u mean restoring to ext3 first rite?
[LG Optimus 2x] Trystan34:
Yes, you need to flash a backtoext3 converter (try this) before restoring your original backup, as CM7 uses ext4 for the system-partition.

The backup includes everything you need: the boot-image including kernel (boot-partition) the firmware/OS (system-partition), user-apps, settings and data (data-partition). The only iffy part may be apps installed on the SD-card. To be absolutely sure move all apps to internal storage before backup. (This step is more than likely not needed, but it's good practice to have a complete backup and not have files dangling here and there.)

As for downloaded game-data, unless you format your sd-card (or move or delete the data in any way), the data will still be there when you come back to CM7 (if you do).

First press VOLUME DOWN and then POWER button altogether. You will enter RECOVERY MODE. On this mode, wipe all data (data, cache, dalvik, etc). There are 3 wipe data menus, take them all.

After wipe data success you should have stock rom working :)

Good Luck :)
[LG Optimus 2x] PG101:
SEARCH AND READ!!! Thats whats next!!
[General Questions and Answers] thito08:
I have a friend who worked at AT&T and he got me a jetstream. I was looking through it and it looks like he took the display from the store since there are pictures on there from different people and it looks like the store in the background. Should I not use the tablet? Is there a way to check if it was stolen other than taking it back to the store?
[Off-topic] RootTheMachine:
I’m supposed to be writing an essay on acurrent issue and giving 3 solutions to the problem. The essay isn’t due for a couple of weeks but I need to get started on an outline. The problem is, however, I haven’t picked an issue yet, and everyone else picked theirs almost two weeks ago. It must be something relevant to the last 90 days or so. Things like SOPA, rising unemployment, high school dropout age, bringing manufacturing back to the states, immigration, and basically anything else from Obama’s state of the union speech. All of the ones I named are already taken, and probably many others. Ihave run out of ideas. Can anybody suggest a good issue to write about?

Sent from my CM9 ICS i897 Captivate
[Off-topic] thebigcheese44:
Dude, Lang is a mystery. It is the hardest class you will take in high school. Period. Are you arguing for a side? If so, SOPA, and other social issues seem to be the way to go. Happy hunting, bro!
[Off-topic] RootTheMachine:
It's my least busiest class. I would love to do sopa but it's already taken

Sent from my CM9 ICS i897 Captivate
[Galaxy Ace S5830 General] biswatmak:
how to install busybox on ace??? anyone please a step by step installation. i tried a lot but without success.
[Galaxy Ace S5830 General] madman:
you don't need steps.. you need app called as busybox installer from market if you want only busybox
[Galaxy Ace S5830 General] secmentor:
Just download the app
[Nook Color Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chick3nstrip:
I recently unrooted my cm7 nook color, back to stock 1.0.1(thats the only CWR I found)..... log in works ok but wont let me download any books. I can add them to my library but it wont download so i can read them...i have to download them from computer and add them to my sd card

i also wanted to update it to the 1.4.1 version so i can get netflix and comics, but when i connect my nook to my pc, my comp cant find it but on the nook it says its in usb mode

how can i fix these problems myself, and if i take it to a B&N store can they fix it? will they know that i rooted it?

i would like to reroot it but i want the update..........

please can someone help me ASAP:confused::confused::mad::(
[Nook Color Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] DizzyDen:
If you removed CWM then do 8 failed boots followed by power on + n factory reset... as far as 1.4.1 I have made a CWR flashable 1.4.1 update that is posted to multiupload... just find it in that thread.
[Nook Color Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chick3nstrip:
thanks that worked,it finally updated and now can connect to computer......

your so awesome:D
[Epic 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pyrostic:
Wrong forum sorry
[Asus  Eee Pad Transformer Prime] hmalibu:
Hi guys, i've got a problem with my new prime.

At first display was switching in homescreen as well as in all apps e.g. market or google maps, however since yesterday it won't switch and yes the auto switch option in the settings is checked.

But the funny thing is gyroscope works fine in games and i can switch the display in google maps, and then e.g. landscape view is kept for all other apps too.

Tried checking/unchecking auto switch in settings, reboot etc but still won't work, so anybody has a solution in mind?

Running ICS 4.0.3.11
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] elbarto7:
would you recommend this dock?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAMSUNG-GAL...733333?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item19cbf0b955
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rpolito73:
It looks like it will work fine if you don't use a case. Generally, generic docks are fine....
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] elbarto7:
finally bought this for $7 it's for galaxy note but I want to charge my s2 w/ cover on. I'll just mod this if it doesn't fit w/ case on it.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...137856?pt=PDA_Accessories&hash=item33700b8f40
[T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-T989] rpolito73:
I ordered one of these.... It says its compatible with the Seidio Active case which I use. I found it on Meritline.com for $23.95 w/ free shipping. Will let you know how it turns out. http://www.seidioonline.com/innodock-p/crjhnx1-bkc.htm
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] gabner:
I have a question on my Galaxy Nexus and Motorola S305 bluetooth headset.

My bluetooth headset controls doggcatcher music player instead of the default music app.

How can I control which media app the headset pauses?

Thanks.

Gary
[HTC Rezound] AndroidGraphix:
ATTN MOD: Please close this thread. Through beta testing, I've found no root is required to run my modified Skin.

Great news for root users that use skins. After several attempts, I've managed to modify an HTC Skin that would enable a couple PNG's for users that have root or a modified ROM. I need beta testers from different roms to know how each rom takes the modified xml.

I'm taking BETA testers. Please post or PM me and I'll provide you with my gmail . From there, I'll send you the APK and you can send me back your feedback. I will not post the source code just yet, so please don't ask. Thanks.

Be advised:

This skin is currently available to Sense 3.5-3.6 users. ICS is not currently available.
[Thunderbolt Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] lacrosse1991:
Hello! i was wondering if there is a danger of bricking your thunderbolt by messing around with the kernel/rom? am thinking about modifying the files in some roms/kernels to see if i can get improved performance out of them, but i do not want to run a large risk of bricking the device itself, would not be of much use if that happened lol, thanks :) also my apologies if this is a blatant answer, was just double checking before i start doing anything
[Thunderbolt Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] bpyazel:
No. Worse case scenerio is having to reinstall a ROM. Keep a nandroid backup before you start playing around and all you need to do is a restore if you screw things up.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] qweqwe21:
Hi

Gameloft released a new version of gt racing free

the old version runs on my Huawei U8800.

When I try to download the new version come a Error. My phone are not supported.

But i want this Game.

Please

Help me.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Davoss:
Try change build.prop to Desire HD or Huawei Honor.
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] qweqwe21:
how can i make that
[Huawei Ideos X5 U8800] Davoss:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1391250
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bilko10:
Bought HTC Desire Hd but cannot download any app. My phone was sold for the arabiic market and it does not support android market. I am in the UK and would like to be avble to download apps. Is there a way I could rest my phone or install Android Market?

Many thanks,
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] danarama:
Should just be able to install the apk if you can find it. There are a few here in the apps forum, but probably best trying the desire hd apps forum if that's what you have. This is the original desire
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] StylishPirat:
You need to find ruu for your country or better option is to root your phone and flash some custom rom (here some info). Btw. it's Desire not DHD section.
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Bilko10:
Hi,

thanks fo r the advice. Sorry posted in the wrong forum. I will repeat same in the DH forum. What RUU in my countrymeans ?
[Desire Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Alvin1234:
just download the market.apk and install it?
[Huawei Ideos X6] R2DeeTard:
My brother just got this phone so i am trying to show him how to flash roms on it. does ROM manager have support for this device. I know it goes by a few different names in different countries (Ascend x for Cincinnati Bell) but i can't determine if one of the devices on the list is compatable.

**EDIT**

Oops, it appears i posted in the wrong section, sorry about that...

If a mod of some sort would be so kind as to move this thread to the general section please.

**EDIT2**

really? out of the 22 people that have viewed this thread, no one can say yes or no to rom manager working on this device. cool...
[Huawei Ideos X6] poyensa:
please do a quick search, you will find some useful here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1288293
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nuts&bolts:
Anyone have a current way to unlock the captivate? All the links are to old and don't work. I am a beginner and need it spelled out for me :)
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nraboy:
I was able to root my Captivate using SuperOneClick. I cannot post links because I am a new member, but if you do a Google search for it, you shouldn't have any trouble finding it.

On your captivate you need to go into the manage applications area and make sure that USB debugging is enabled. This will allow SuperOneClick the ability to communicate with your phone over USB. When you plug your phone in do not mount the SD card. Choose the "Root" option in SuperOneClick and it will take care of everything for you. It took a while for my phone so don't think that it froze.

When complete, you will be able to do anything with your phone.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] chevyext02:
After 5 hours of searching and following instructions in order to gain Root access...I did it......but now I am burned out......

Could someone point me to the direction on what steps to take now in order to install a ROM? Hopefully it gets easier from here on out.....
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] neidlinger:
Rooting is the hard part, no question asked about that.

1) download and install a recovery image.

--- http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1480596

2) find the OS that you want, in the development section

--- http://xdaforums.com/forumdisplay.php?f=796

3) Download it, and store it to the SD card

4) reboot into recovery

adb reboot reocvery

-from your CMD prompt.

5) do a nandroid back up

Backup/restore > backup

6) do a factory wipe

7) flash the OS that you want

8) reboot.

I HIGHLY recommend Cyanogen Mod as a good stable OS, but it's a bit plain. Vit. Unity is also a TOP NOTCH OS with all the bells and whistles.