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[Android Apps and Games] Daemonic79:
Wondering if anyone can show me where im going wrong...

HTC Desire running Sandvold ICS, installed gumbalds skygo_test_0.1.5, and also hidden root, using voodoo OTA root keeper

when i go to a channel it sits at loading 0/100, occasionally it flashes a message in a box, but only for a split second, so not long enough to read it.
[Android Apps and Games] gumbald:
Seems Sky are trying to spoil the fun by obfuscating the code!

As Sky are probably reading this: why not just do everyone a favour and let us use this on our phones without strange restrictions and checking. The more complicated you make your checking system for certain ROMs, kernels or such, the more complicated it seems it will be to update at your side and you might end up just cutting people off should their phones get updated by their network.

TELLING PEOPLE NOT TO UPDATE THEIR PHONES IS NOT THE SOLUTION TO THIS...
[Android Apps and Games] italia0101:
Have they made it even harder in the later release then
[Android Apps and Games] safc:
just found this thread downloaded the sky go app it works exellent on my xperia arc.hdmi out pic is spot on tv thanks
[Android Apps and Games] casper6391:
Security through obscurity, hopefully Sky's underhand tactics do not backfire in their faces. They should put their efforts into porting it over and optimising for ICS devices instead of playing Cat and Mouse where they will never win.
[Android Apps and Games] :
It is only working on Ice Armour rom and you can only watch sky news.
[Android Apps and Games] rferrett:
So this registering extra accounts thing mentioned earlier has this worked for people. Seems to me you can still have only two devices in total registered between all your accounts.

Can anyone confirm?
[Android Apps and Games] danlivesey:
It's working on my. Xperia play R800i UK but only sky news as well.
[Android Apps and Games] Shadey1:
It's infuriating, I had 3 or 4 at one stage, and since the change to sky go from skyplayer I'm down to 2 devices, desktop and laptop. I've got my phone using my skybet logins as ages ago they gave me all 4 sports channels on skybet (probably spent too much) but I can't get the thing to load on my phone lol.
[Android Apps and Games] mrjeffery:
HDMI out working yet?!?
[Android Apps and Games] TheIntruder:
Looool what do you think barely works at all......

Int

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[Android Apps and Games] sheepybach:
Yes not only have sky stopped the idevice jailbreak from working they have also started to close the extra user device loophole, It happened to me on Thursday as both user now have the same 2 devices registered. This is all being done under those Famous Words " Contract Content Providers"

Childish

iechyd da
[Android Apps and Games] foreign:
Why? In Italy Sky Go service is active but no apk working on my Galaxy Tab P1000 and Milestone :(
[Android Apps and Games] Vuyko:
Sky doesn't allow to stream outside UK and Ireland.
[Android Apps and Games] wilde1970:
I'm running a SGII but I expect you would need to do the same as me and flash the closest stock kernel you can find before hiding root and then using sky go. Its a pain but the only way I can get it to work.
[Android Apps and Games] LeeDroid:
It's a joke man..

Been hacking away at the apk my self, there are a hell of a lot of checks in the "soap" smalis related to device IDs and hashes, sky need to pull their heads out of their asses and sort this out
[Android Apps and Games] itscro:
Personally, I hope they do. Maybe then they'll realize how unnecessary all of their draconian restrictions are.
[Android Apps and Games] Restorer:
Would be great Lee if you could get involved in the "project". If you can't help us directly maybe your contacts cans?
[Android Apps and Games] rahulwadhwani:
what is the use of this application?
[Android Apps and Games] TheIntruder:
Use the Italian app?

Int

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[Android Apps and Games] TheIntruder:
It digs weeds out of your garden...

Int

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[Android Apps and Games] foreign:
I tried only versions on this thread, because for Galaxy Tab P1000 official apk is not available on market.
[Android Apps and Games] combat goofwing:
glad to see your working on it lee,are you making any progress and in your opinion do you think you cant getting working on a custom rom rooted phone
[Android Apps and Games] GingaB:
:D made my day!
[Android Apps and Games] LeeDroid:
Where there is a will there is a way :)

Sure it can be done but the work involved will be rather extensive

Sent from my LeeDrOiD loaded s-off HTC EVO 3D
[Android Apps and Games] Mitred:
some great work going on here

Just a thought does the SkyGo apk look for an EMEI number and thats why it wont load the video for wifi only tablets?

ive got to the error 10 using Gumbald's 1.5

I.m using a Scroll Excel chinese tablet allwinnerA10
[Android Apps and Games] basscowboy:
I think it might be something to do with S-OFF as well.

On my wife's Desire HD, she has S-OFF and can get the Sky News channel working only, I've got ENG S-OFF and get nothing !!!

Even when I restore a stock ROM / KERNEL that's rooted......
[Android Apps and Games] ac_utd:
I know you have the will, so will definitely find a way.:)

*crosses fingers*
[Android Apps and Games] jmnathan:
I'm currently using the Speedmod SGS2 kernel and all channels play fine when I hide root. Let me know if anyone needs more details about this. I think this is interesting as this clearly is a non standard kernel surely?

This is on my Galaxy S2, I9100.
[Android Apps and Games] johnson1103:
What page is gumbalds 1.5 apk, i am using the 1.2 apk and it works fine still on my p1000
[Android Apps and Games] LeeDroid:
Can you "adb pull /proc/config.gz" & upload it please?

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[Android Apps and Games] maltloaf:
Can anyone describe exactly how to get this running on XXLPH ?

I'm on a CFRoot kernel ? do I need stock but rooted ? would I lose CWM ? Anyone know where I might get this ?

I've hidden root and the app runs but only sky news works, everything else sits on loading at 0%

I've tried several of the modified apk's and the standard one. I've also tried spoofing my build to 2.3.7

I see from the database that lennyuk got his all working

Sorry for the noobish questions, I'm usually really good at getting these things going.

many thanks

malty
[Android Apps and Games] jmnathan:
I would, but unfortunately I have no idea how to do that sorry. If you point me in the right direction I'll happily do it!
[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Flash stock lph kernel, you will keep root. If you need recovery just Flash back to cf-root first.

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[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Google how to use adb

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[Android Apps and Games] Zammo76:
My HTC Desire is S-OFF and Sky Go works fully with the stock kernel and ROM. Make sure you install Voodoo OTA BEFORE you install skygo_test.apk to get it working.

On a separate note I think we need to create an invite only thread where people can work on this hack, as Sky devs are probably viewing whats on here and writing their updates around blocking whats been created.
[Android Apps and Games] ferraridave:
Can confirm this works for me too, at work until tonight, so had a look for/proc/config.gz with root explorer and it's not visible, but will pull and upload it tonight if no one else beats me to it.

Also noticed that if I temp unroot with a cf root kernel, then reboot then it stays unrooted, but with speedmod it re-roots itself after every reboot, don't know it that's relevant.
[Android Apps and Games] maltloaf:
Thank you, where do I get just the stock lph kernel from ?

I'm presuming I run rootkeeper before the flash of the unrooted kernel otherwise how does the root stick ?

Is there a cwm flashable stock lph anywhere ? my mac doesn't play nicely with Odin.

thank you

malty
[Android Apps and Games] rozel:
Ahh - thanks for that - I was going to post to find out the answer to this.

I too had rooted my phone using CF-root and to get Sky Go working have flashed the Stock kernal for my Stock Rom (Gingerbread 2.3.4 on an unbranded CPW phone). I am not going to mess with my Rom until there is an Official ICS Rom, but enough of that.

Whilst I was warned that flashing the Stock kernal would mean recovery would be lost, I have flashed, got Sky Go working - woohoo! and would confirm that the ability to backup and/or recover using either CWM or Rom Manager is lost.

OK some questions: -

1. So all I need to do is flash my original CF-root file in Odin and I am back to where I started? In other words, if I mess up flashing then CWM will see my backup made just before flashing the Stock kernal?

2. Having tried to flash CWM whilst using the Stock kernal in CWM have I messed up? Before I try this can I be sure that after flashing CF-root again, will CWM automatically then be able to backup and Restore?

Finally - a big thanks to all the guys who have made the Sky Go app work - I watched the footy over the week end using it and it was marvellous :) :) :)

I just hope a better solution will be on it's way in the not too distant future ;)
[Android Apps and Games] chrisw99:
Not true. I have a fully rooted Sensation, and just use OTA Rootkeeper to temp unroot when I want to watch Sky Go.
[Android Apps and Games] x2srj:
here you go:

http://skywanker.net/roms/intratech/Kernels/Kernel_I9100XXLPH.7z
[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Find it in intratech thread on xda. Just have root turned on before you flash, root itself is not in the kernel it is just something that the kernel injects to your rom.

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[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Yes to use recovery you will need to flash cf-root back, it will be able to see all your backups fine then.

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[Android Apps and Games] Nyssa1104:
Why be lazy use the search button or look at the thread....
[Android Apps and Games] rozel:
Thank you - that is a huge relief :)

As I have said, I haven't messed with my Rom - if I did that I would then have to tinker about with my phone for hours getting it to work like it does, which is "perfect" right now.

Seems you can tinker with your kernal to your hearts desire without affecting anything at all with your phone, like "Home Screens" etal.

I will stick for now but will flash back if I encounter problems with Sky Go not working or if a better way of getting it to work emerges, without the need to flash a Stock kernal.
[Android Apps and Games] jmnathan:
Ah, can't do it from my work laptop as I don't have access to the command prompt so will not be able to do it today. I'll leave for Ferraridave as offered lower down.
[Android Apps and Games] italia0101:
Just checked my mates jail broken iPhone ... same problem ... only sky news no premium channels
[Android Apps and Games] johnson1103:
Great help bender
[Android Apps and Games] maltloaf:
Thank you, all done. Flashed the stock kernel in ODIN, retained root, hid it and sky working fine.

I've never been without cwm recovery but I can always flash the kernel back with odin if I need it.

much thanks again.

malty
[Android Apps and Games] danlivesey:
What app hides my root? For xperia play R800i, I've looked every were and can't find it in the market. I can only get sky news on the sky go app.
[Android Apps and Games] maltloaf:
https://market.android.com/details?id=org.projectvoodoo.otarootkeeper&feature=search_result

worked on my sgs2, ymmv
[Android Apps and Games] S1MANC:
I've got it running using the speedmod kernel & voodoo ota (Samsung GS2 Villianrom 3.0)

Seems to be running fine.

Lost BLN now though :(
[Android Apps and Games] gasmanc:
So in summary this app is working if using the stock hboot and you hide your root using OTA before installing the apk and whilst using skygo. Can I take from this I can use a custom rom if all the afore mentioned is in place and if this is the case then which roms will support by skygo.
[Android Apps and Games] Nyssa1104:
This is working on stock rom for listed device by SKY. Also it is working on some device not listed by SKY and yes to OTA hindinG the root. It all depends on your device have a look at the spread sheet to see what is working note there maybe device working which are not listed but its a start for you. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AnLqAJT56SsbdGI2QWJYV1dodFpaWWk3QnkxLWNxN0E#gid=0
[Android Apps and Games] Sklblue:
So fed up with Sky (no Linux version of skygo either) and the cost I've cancelled sports and movies. I'd reconsider my broadband if it wasn't so much hassle - no cable option
[Android Apps and Games] _pigro_:
I'm on a galaxy note from CPW wth CF-root + CWM but with stock rom (AFAIK - I just did the CF-root procedure from Dr Kertan's thread).

Android version; 2.3.6

Baseband version; N7000XXKK5

Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-N7000XXKKA-CL726566, root@DELL87 #2

build number: GINGERBREAD_XXKKA

I hid root with Voodo OTA rootkeeper prior to installing gumbalds apk. I just got the permanent 0% loading bar for all channels (including sky news). I've tried with the original test apk and also with each of gumbalds subsequent versions but always same effect, just sits forever on 0% even on sky news. The phone does show up ok as a mobile on "manage devices" in skygo settings though.

Sounds like if I flash a stock kernel it will probably give me access to skygo - can anyone confirm that, and point me at how to find and flash the correct kernel for my phone as 'm currently clueless on that front?

I did the CF-root mainly because I need openVPN - if I were to flash a stock kernel l guess I'd lose that? If it's easy and safe to keep flashing between kernels to get skygo when desired with stock kernel and openvpn at other times with CF, I may give it a try but I'm a total noob (have never used CWM/odin/KIES etc.) and I'd really appreciate some clear guidance before going further (particularly as the carphone warehouse build of the Galaxy note seems a bit different to other Note's as it doesn't have a changeable CSC code - no idea if that muddies the waters as regards finding the correct kernel to flash?).

Finally - prior to doing anything that may mess up my current config (really ned working openvpn at all times for critical remote support) I assume that I should do a complete backup. is the chainfire CWM app that was installed along with CF-root all I need for that? I haven't even looked at CWM but I assume I can backup my full current setup to sd_card & then restore later if I mess up - is there anything I should be aware of to ensure I do that right?

TIA for any advice & sorry for getting rather OT from the main skygo discusion.
[Android Apps and Games] bobjbain:
It may be ****e but it's far, far superior to what Virgin (don't) offer.

And for the devs (if you care) HTC HD2, ICS, SkyGo 1.5, Voodoo RootKeeper hidden root.

Can load app and get channels but get stuck at 0%
[Android Apps and Games] Restorer:
But stock ROM, right?
[Android Apps and Games] pulcinella79:
hello I tried to install this version on my sg2 I am Italian but I do not work says: an error occurred while starting Sky go. Please try again

thanks..!! ;)
[Android Apps and Games] badboy365:
i have hd2 and works on sky news only 2.2 and 2.3 but i think the main problem for this handset is it has never had a stock rom and kernel from factory
[Android Apps and Games] spaco22:
this is a UK only application. does not work outside United Kingdom
[Android Apps and Games] TheIntruder:
Needs to be in the original post even though I am amazed how stupid some people are here, was an Italian guy complaining it didn't work ffs lol

Mide you even if it's in the first post most would miss it as we know from other threads few people actually read it and or digest it..

Int

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[Android Apps and Games] basscowboy:
Quite sure I did this, but I used the stock Market apk. Might give it another shot with the test apk tonight.

If I have a go, I post results... ;))
[Android Apps and Games] Rich3177:


Working fine here as well check ROM v6 and speedmod plus hide root. i.m using the none updated first market app
[Android Apps and Games] danlivesey:
I already tried this app to hide my root, when you load the app the last 2 boxes are not ticked so it didn't work for xperia play R800i. Any other ideas to hide my root?
[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Android 2.2?

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[Android Apps and Games] cja1972:
Slightly off topic but some good news today is that BBC I player received an update in the market today which makes it compatible with ics. Even rooted non standard kernels/roms it works with:-)

No mention of it in the update but works perfectly on my galaxy nexus
[Android Apps and Games] TheIntruder:
You forgot the biggest bonus mate... Not blocking 3G traffic now.. No wifi needed finally..

Int

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[Android Apps and Games] cja1972:
Anyone having problems downloading it from the market try

http://db.tt/j9zako2W
[Android Apps and Games] danlivesey:
No, im on 2.3.4

Temp root remover didn't work for me so i paid for hide root app and it says root hidden but still only sky news will load up. thanks any way
[Android Apps and Games] ferraridave:
OK, just got home and am getting this response from adb, remote object '/proc/config.gz' does not exist.

Thought this might be the case as it's not there according to root explorer, any ideas ?
[Android Apps and Games] johnerz:
Chris what custom Rom are you on?
[Android Apps and Games] mcdevtingz:
Put UK in title.
[Android Apps and Games] basscowboy:
OK, so tried it again and got Sky News going but all the other channels give the 'does not support rooted devices' bull****.

Almost considering updating to 2.3.5 with the OTA just to see if that would work. Has anyone used Voodoo OTA to successfully protect and restore root with an OTA update on an HTC Desire HD ???

Don't want to lose root trying it out !!!
[Android Apps and Games] daz_2000:
Are we any closer to getting this working on wifi only tablets??
[Android Apps and Games] maletomnow:
Root detection not working properly

hello

Not sure if this will help - but... The official skygo app and the test app wont let me watch saying "cant watch on rooted devices"

But... My device isnt rooted.

OTA Rootkeeper says im not rooted (the box isnt ticked on the first page of OTA Rootkeeper)

Titanium backup wont run - again showing im not rooted.

So - does that help find out where the app is doing the checks ??

Really annoying for me, as im not rooted, but the app says i am and wont let me what - rubbish !!

One other thing - my handset is operator unlocked... might that be flagging the "root" check ?

HTC Desire - stock Rom, Android 2.3.5

hope it helps / you can help me !!
[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Custom recovery?

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[Android Apps and Games] wxm0831:
thank you very much
[Android Apps and Games] Zammo76:
Checkout this link and maybe try speaking to the poster it may help you get it working.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22951222&postcount=964
[Android Apps and Games] basscowboy:
Thanks for the link Zammo76. I've probably got a Froyo Nandroid in my backups I could use but I think it'll probably be a very rare occasion that I'd use it. Might have a go sometime through the week just to prove / disprove it works for me.

Tried to install the 2.3.5 OTA that came up after my GB 2.3.3 restore but it said the file was an invalid zip. Weird but, never mind. I gave up and just reinstalled my ARHD 7.0.0. I've had enough for now.... It's been a long day ..... lol

Thanks again for the heads up though. Must have missed that post but I'll defo have a go in the next few days...
[Android Apps and Games] sucramco:
Desire HD.

Ok, I dusted off my old original Nandroid backup. I did this originally straight after root. Ran it, installed the Voodoo OTA first and ran. Then installed the test 1.5apk.

Can confirm Sky Go works.

It does not work without OTA.

Using Android 2.2, Latest radio 12.65.60.29, kernel 2.6.32.21-gf3f553d, software number 1.39.110.1

Will try to install latest DHD over the top. Will update later.

update.

No it didn't work. So I will use the nandroid, but tidy up and re - backup.

Update 2

Just remember I am an enthusiast and nothing else. I am not teaching to suck eggs either.

This will make it easier. Backup your current rom. Then after installing your original nandroid backup, go into recovery, factory reset and do all the general wipes. Reboot, sign in and set up as normal. Get and install latest market apk (installed market wouldn't download apps for me). Then download SuperUser, Astro, (OI file manager if needed), Voodoo OTA and Rom Manager. Let any updates update. Keep the apps as minimal as possible as this is not your everyday rom. Download Gumbald's latest Sky Go 1.5 test apk. (Thanks again)

Run Voodoo OTA, open astro and select the 1.5 test apk. Install and run. Open Sky Go app and enjoy.

When you have finished watching, close and run Rom Manager update recovery and backup rom. I have named it Sky Go.

I have placed the OTA and Sky Go on the main screen so they are ready. The next time you run this back up you are good to go, no need to re setup.

I will only use Sky go when I am not at home, so for me it's not a problem to run it from a nandroid backup. Just make sure you back up your current rom before doing so every time. It takes five minutes and is darn sight better than live streaming the football.

Now hopefully someone gets it working on the Xoom wifi.
[Android Apps and Games] Coline1:
LennyUK & Gumbald,

If the Italian Skygo app works on most devices (i presume), would it be possible to compare the code to the BSkyB app, there may be some clues there???

Just a thought.
[Android Apps and Games] cottinghamm:
It's a good job using Sky Go isn't complicated eh ?

We really need to lobby Sky to produce a version that actually works on any of our devices, DRM is a lame excuse and OS support really must be expanded.
[Android Apps and Games] Lennyuk:
Sorry, different company and different drm policy so it won't be that simple at all.

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[Android Apps and Games] bates_1974:
I finally got this working on westcrips ics resurrection remix v9.3. Flashed stock lph kernel, hid root, installed the sky go 1.5 test apk and job's a goodun!

Just a quick edit, I need to delete app data before I load the app each time for it to work. Tested on both wifi and mobile data.
[Android Apps and Games] Mr Paul:
I can't find the latest APK (1.5) from gumbald, would somebody mind linking to the post please or put it in the first post as for the life of me I can't find it.

Ta

Paul
[Android Apps and Games] sheepybach:
sky go

reason sky has blocked rooted & jailbroken devices on sky go they are saying that it's a security measure and are making sure their customers private information is not stolen. This popped up on thier website yesterday but i can't add the link on here. Lot of unhappy apple peeps on there as whatever they have done its blocking a lot of standard idevices also

Iechyd da
[Android Apps and Games] johnson1103:
Hi Paul careful about asking that some people one person in particular get a bit annoyed ha ha. Its page 81 buddy ;-)
[Android Apps and Games] nozzla:
Could someone possibly post a link for the stock (rooted) desire rom and kernel so i can test that out please?!

Cheers
[Android Apps and Games] sucramco:
Using it now buddy. It still doesn't work. DHD development area is where I found it.

I'll be uploading a working original nandroid for the DHD as soon as dropbox has confirmed it ready.

Will post soon. Several hours of faffing about I hope it's worth it.
[Android Apps and Games] iridium21:
Just tried this with a rooted stock Desire HD ROM and the Hide My Root app - doesn't work. Sky Go still sees the phone as rooted :(
[Android Apps and Games] gumbald:
If anyone wants to link to something, but can't post links yet, use the post # (found top right of a post) rather than a page number - some of us have more than 10 posts per page... ;)