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[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I've heard of this problem from other users too, but I can't reproduce it on my devices.

Could you please post (or send by pm) a logcat of such a failure? I'd be glad to look into the issue and fix it!
[Android Apps and Games] deathblade:
I have had issues with downloading with dual mode enabled ( when cell sig is low) just a thought maybe have it where it uses both only when both are at a good strength
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Yes, right.

It may happen that a download thread of the mobile type gets stuck, so every other block gets downloaded fine until the end: it looks like the downloader is stuck on the last part, while actually it is trying to download an old block. It should timeout and get it again, but this doesn't always work as expected.

Anyway, using dual mode on bad mobile reception will be slower than wifi only, so I just wouldn't bother: uncheck dual mode setting if this is the case.
[Android Apps and Games] PINki92:
In Q&A section there is no answer for why SuperDownload doesn't work with Google Playstore. I came across this application while searching for alternative over galaxy s5 "new" feature boost downloader. Is there still ongoing development and works OK in Kitkat? I am currently in roaming so I can't test for sure.
[Android Apps and Games] JoeFCaputo113:
Is this app supported anymore?? Was thinking of buying the pro version but has't been updated in forever and I see people having problems here.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I'm still here and supporting :)

I'm not updating the app because there are no important fixes to push and I currently do not have enough free time to develop new features.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
9 - Q: Why doesn't it work for downloading from the market?

Q: Why don't you just replace the default android downloader?

A: The default downloader is not a "normal" application, it's a core part of the android system and libraries. Even if it was possible to take its place, it would be a compatibility nightmare, with all the os versions and different carrier/manufacturer customizations that are available.

sorry it was called "android market" once :)

basicly super download is a standalone application than can be triggered by a file download request issued by another app: some apps just run the android downloader directly or even their own (for example some browsers).

it works on my nexus 5 kitkat; some people are having problems but so far nobody posted a logcat showing the problems they have.
[Android Apps and Games] JoeFCaputo113:
By supported, I meant updates.. "No important fixes", yet I see a bunch of people with problems which is why I am not buying this app.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
ok don't buy it, you can get the full version in this thread anyway :)

I'd gladly fix the problems but I can't reproduce them and people don't help me (not even sending a logcat)...
[Android Apps and Games] JoeFCaputo113:
Woah didn't even notice that tbh haha. That's very very nice of you dude. Props for that. Not many Devs do that! :good:
[Android Apps and Games] D33KK:
Will definitely download when torrent support is included! Can't wait for that :)
[Android Apps and Games] 47th_Ronin:
Should be the most active thread on xda imo....

Need to spread the word on what you do here, maybe get on the xda portal or app of the week or whatever it's called lol.

Thanks for the great app!
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Thanks :)

Actually the app has been featured on xda portal and on xda TV a couple summers ago. Also on many other sites like android police etc back then.

There is a little "revival" now because Samsung implemented a similar feature on the galaxy s5 ;)
[Android Apps and Games] mlock420:
Will try this...
[Android Apps and Games] eyecon82:
how does this work on the s5?
[Android Apps and Games] atdmobile.world:
The guide very detail, i'll test and give feedback soon.

Thanks bro so much:victory:
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I don't know, nobody with the device tried it and report back yet. It would be interesting to see if Samsung download booster is actually faster than super download, as it should.
[Android Apps and Games] Blairware:
Quick question

Sorry if this has been asked previously; 56 pages is a bit too much to read and search dod not reveal any similar question. Why does the app not request root permission from SU or SuperSU? Seems odd is all...
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
It should request root permissions but only when downloading and in dual mode.
[Android Apps and Games] Angel0fDeath:
Awesome app. I'll be testing this on my Nexus 5 soon. Anyone with a nexus 5 have any good results?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
It's my main phone, it works fine for me but issues or different performance may depend on carrier, reception etc. so YMMV ;)
[Android Apps and Games] Angel0fDeath:
Alright, thanks. I have T-Mobile and usually get excellent signal so I hope it works [emoji1]
[Android Apps and Games] NealXGS:
Load balance policy

Dear elban,

it is a great app, but I am a little confused about its load balancing policy.

I am a researcher that can access an experimental 3G site to observe the user information, including the downloading speed.

When I only used HSPA+ to download a file, I confirmed that the download speed achieve to 14 Mbps approximately.

However, HSPA+ was bounded to no more than 8Mbps, when I enabled the WiFi to meet the requirement of dual networks.

Meanwhile, the WiFi can still be up to 20Mbps, which is the speed limit of the WiFi back-haul.

Undoubtedly the combined speed is roughly between 27~29Mbps, outstanding !

But such result made me confused, the HSPA+ supposed to work at 14Mbps, instead of only 8Mbps, when the dual networks are enabled.

Is this because your load-balancig policy preferred to use WiFi, rather than 3G ?

Thanks a lot.
[Android Apps and Games] stookas:
When I download a film with this from videomix it gets to 99% and stops every time. Anybody know why?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Could you please post a logcat of the failed download, so I can have a look?

Many thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
This is interesting, thanks for posting the information.

The BW balancing of SD is currently biased towards wifi because it is supposed to be the faster route, but it should adapt naturally. We also need to take into account that it's not necessarily true that the max bandwidth available in single mode thru mobile is the same than in dual mode because the connection is set up in a different way. I also suppose that, depending on the device and firmware, there might be some limitations on the total BW available.

In case you have some more information about this, please keep posting! :)
[Android Apps and Games] stookas:
My downloads just stop at the end.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Thanks but I don't see any SD output in that. Please check that you are displaying the main buffer at debug level. You need root access to get the logcat correctly on jelly bean and newer. I suggest using the app called catlog or connect it to the pc and run "adb logcat".

There is a tutorial here on xda: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1726238
[Android Apps and Games] Angel0fDeath:
Should have used a spoiler [emoji38]
[Android Apps and Games] Numero17:
works on note 3 sm 9005 android 4.3?
[Android Apps and Games] churchey360:
App works perfect on my sprint s4 :)
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I believe it should, but I do not have the device to test it myself. If you try it and it does, please report back ;)
[Android Apps and Games] Numero17:
i tried and it works good. it's need root but it works without root.
[Android Apps and Games] djawho:
cool

hi great job but

You will be him possible to include the activation separated of the 3g 4g + the active WiFi ,because I would want to use the WiFi, without internet to connect has a printer or tv ,and to reach has the internet 3g 4g at the same time, when the telephone is connected to the dock and has a hdmi screen.ex: For look tv in windows and surf in internet.

It's possible ?
[Android Apps and Games] bloodyrose:
working

its working on my GT-I9000 running CM11 KK..but sadly my data provider sucks :(

thank you sir for your app :)
[Android Apps and Games] outatimeoyster:
Great app!!

I live in the middle of nowhere in the UK and my mobile network is actually faster than my home broadband..

When im not at home I really noticed the speed difference however the app tends to prioritize wifi over mobile.

While this is an obvious default choice is there a way of setting the app to distribute the threads more in favour of the mobile network in some instances?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
It should adapt automatically but I suppose the code must be tweaked a bit, you are the second user reporting this ;)
[Android Apps and Games] djawho:
hi sordna ,i'm very interested by this , have you create one tuto for this ,:Dplease
[Android Apps and Games] sordna:
Here you go:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1640472

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2197776

please respond to the above threads for this, not here, since we don't want to hijack this thread, which is about the Super Download app.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Unfortunately there isn't a simple rule. It depends on the browser and on its version.

I always use stock browser: tried froyo, gb and ics and all worked just by clicking on the link. Froyo and gb worked with "share with" as well, but ics just doesn't have that option any longer.

The other browsers should have the "share with" or similarly named option. I don't know which of those work with the "direct click" method.

If someone can report the behaviour of their browser of choice, I'll add that to the first post, for future reference.
[Android Apps and Games] varun.chitre15:
Not functioning in my case :(

Here are some details

1. When I try downloading then it shows the item name and it doesnt do anything, just sits :(

2. Most bad case is that many times it doesnt show file name even and says no file

I have Micromax A70 running froyo with 2G Tata docomo network

Burned from my laser torch using pencil cells
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Thanks for the report.

Does it change anything if you disable "use both networks"?

Does it ever ask for root privileges?

It would be very useful to have a look at the logcat, if possible.

This problem may be due to the low timeouts I've set in the app: I did that on purpose, to mitigate the effect of periodic disconnections on the mobile network.
[Android Apps and Games] varun.chitre15:
Tried disabling 'Use both networks' still same

It didnt ask for root privilages

Will give logcat when I get to my PC

An inbuilt log collecter will be nice for ur further debugging :D
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Many thanks!

Yes, the log collector is indeed very useful, much faster and easier than any program like aLogcat.

On a side note, I've started adding FAQs in the second post.
[Android Apps and Games] varun.chitre15:
Nice!

Here are some suggestion :D

1. Add pause/resume support

2. Ability to see those multiple threads like IDM on PC in visual form :D

3. Ability to add downloads manually by using links we provide

4. Inbuild file manager

5. Some visual improvements :D

Good to see this download manager, really was searching one to completely wipe off stock download manager :D

And I think this is going to do that :D

Burned from my laser torch using pencil cells
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Thanks for the suggestions!

1. already planned

2. that looks funny! I also thought of showing the file segments as they fill up. I'm still fighting against myself about those kind of visual tricks because my philosophy would be "simple clean and fast" ;-)

3. already planned

4. big work... what features do you think would be mostly useful?

5. see point 2 ;-)
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I'm thinking of adding a little graph to the top of the window, showing:

- total speed

- wifi speed

- mobile speed

- n. of threads

(vs time)

what do you think? is it useful or just a waist of space?

or maybe it's better to show the same data but not with a graph?

it takes a fair bit of work, to be done correctly and nicely, so I'd like to know if it's worth it.
[Android Apps and Games] sandy_tea:
I think that will be much better..
[Android Apps and Games] varun.chitre15:
Whats the status?

Waiting eagerly for update

Burned from my laser torch using pencil cells
[Android Apps and Games] ekerbuddyeker:
How about if this app if it could connect to TWO or MULTIPLE WIFI connections. ????? You could get to light speed!
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I've implemented "add url" (copy and paste) plus a bunch of fixes.

Now I'm tempted to do the chart thing this weekend if I have the time :-)
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I don't think this is possible in android.

But if someone has information on this topic, please post here and I'll be glad to have a deeper look.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
0.5

- can copy and paste url to download

- can detect invalid urls

- better detection of external storage

- added mime type detection by file extension

- many under the hood fixes and tweaks
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Next step:

- Multiple files

- notifications

- Visual tweaks

Which of these do you prefer me to do first?
[Android Apps and Games] -juanito-:
if u add Browser will be better than insert URL
[Android Apps and Games] varun.chitre15:
Lol...i dont think its a good idea

Because it will spoil the concept of being Download manager

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[Android Apps and Games] sandy_tea:
And what are those visual tweaks if I may know?
[Android Apps and Games] -juanito-:
how i can download files from RapidShare or HotFile with this app ??
[Android Apps and Games] djawho:
sorry and thanks
[Android Apps and Games] android addicts:
If there's an option to select both both networks before download its better to save mobile data. Something like after added download link display small window.
[Android Apps and Games] eatsleep:
Please can you increase the refresh rate of cùrrent download? I can see average refreshing every second but current speed takes almost 5s.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Yes I know the problem, it's bugging myself as well! :D

The problem with current speed is that, if the sliding average window is shortened, the values often do not make sense and they wobble (because of the size of chunks, the parallel threads, etc.).

I need to make a much better algorythm for current speed, that's for sure. It's in my todo list, thanks for reporting ;)
[Android Apps and Games] JoeFCaputo113:
Is v1.5 in the OP the latest version?! Thanks :)
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Yes. Unfortunately no new releases since then (not enough free time for me) :-/
[Android Apps and Games] tamingsarix:
My idea is

1. Enable catalog :)
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
what do you mean by "catalog"?
[Android Apps and Games] tamingsarix:
I mean if you download 'movie' that movie will place at 'video' folder.. I mean it will save at specific folder. Base at download format..
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
ah ok got it! :)

put into todo list.
[Android Apps and Games] vermy:
MMS Messages?

After perusing the forum, I must ask if Super Download can aid with those of us fighting wifi not downloading the picture or sound part of an mms message. Personally, I have to either travel out of wifi range, or manually shut off wifi in settings to receive mms. It is frustrating, I'd be an immediate customer if it does. Thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I'm sorry but I don't think SD, or any similar application, can help you with that issue.

MMS even uses a different connection, access point, etc. than normal data.

May I suggest you try a different messaging application?
[Android Apps and Games] D33KK:
Is torrent supported yet?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Not yet, sorry...
[Android Apps and Games] M.mujtaba:
works awesome

It works great but it would be more awesome if you could merge this feature with torrent clients
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I understand the wish of torrent integration, it's in my todo list but considering the very little time I can dedicate to this project and the complexity of the protocol, it will take time.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
There is a thread on Super Download and a youtube video here:

http://xdaforums.com/htc-one/themes...xy-s5s-download-booster-t2829885/post54435368
[Android Apps and Games] D33KK:
No problem dude, I'll be keeping an eye on this thread :D
[Android Apps and Games] treehugger38294:
Does this work on the Nexus 5? I have it enabled but my speeds seem only slightly faster than my regular WiFi connection. Maybe I don't have good LTE coverage.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I have a nexus 5 as well. Of course the speed gain can vary greatly depending on many variables. Try on good coverage and let me know :)
[Android Apps and Games] tonnykstark:
Is it same like what IDM is doing in desktop version....
[Android Apps and Games] BBsuck:
is Super Download like IDM?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I don't know as I don't use windows, maybe someone can chime in.
[Android Apps and Games] treehugger38294:
Works well. I tested on a public Wi-Fi network and it doubled my download speed with a weak LTE signal.

---------- Post added at 03:32 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:31 PM ----------

Super Download uses data and WiFi simultaneously to speed up downloads. IDM seems to split files up and download in chunks to speed up downloads.
[Android Apps and Games] shmuel6:
use data and wifi

Hi first love your app. Second I find myself connecting to Routers without Internet connections. This is annoying because I need to disable the WiFi to get Internet. Is it possible to force the phone to use data for outgoing connections while connected to WiFi?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Unfortunately, because of the way Super Download is designed, it needs a "main" connection in addition to the mobile one to work properly.

Check if you have an "avoid networks with poor internet connection" in your advanced wifi options (some phones do not have it).
[Android Apps and Games] shmuel6:
REPLY

Thanks for the quick reply. My problem is not that it is connecting to through WiFi (I want it to I need my WiFi connection to connect to the local computers.) My problem is that the dumb @$$ developers of android FORCE us to use WiFi for everything (not just local connections). I'm looking in to connecting to a router VIA wifi direct. Wifi direct connections do not force disable data.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I remember someone had a similar issue and reported a solution on this thread.

Something like enabling wifi manually so that android still uses mobile for outside connections.
[Android Apps and Games] shmuel6:
258

Awesome! I'm gonna try that. I tried to snoop around some by came up empty. I'll look through the past post. Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] derschnelle:
I know, it has been a while. But did you find a solution for your problem? I would be interested aswell :).
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Is it working fine on Lollipop for you guys?
[Android Apps and Games] Ryan Cordero:
Works on my note 3 tmo with cm12. But even though I see 7 main and one mobile stream the speeds are not that fast considering I have two very fast lines.
[Android Apps and Games] infinitylook:
If the download fails i have to restart Again From scratch? I downloaded 3gb out of 5gb and no way to resume failed downloads? This sucks wow!
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Thanks. How does it add up? Is it still faster than the two single connections?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
resuming broken downloads is supported.

just restart the app and it will detect the incomplete download and start from there.

if it doesn't work, please send me a logcat so I can have a look.

thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] MaxisMan:
Thanks!

I can see the difference, with Wifi, I can only download at 100+kbps, but when I used this app, it can reach up to 350kbps+ :)
[Android Apps and Games] JoeFCaputo113:
I know it's "rude" to ask... but will this app ever be updated??? Dev is active on here, yet no update in 1 1/2 yrs confuses the hell outta me lol....
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I'm sorry sir I just do not have enough time to work on all the project I'm currently involved into.

And the next step for SD is a big one: rewriting most code for multiple concurrent downloads along with multi networking.

That's the reason for no recent updates :)
[Android Apps and Games] edwardmax2010:
YES! This is what i'm finding. I want to combine internet speed like on my PC.
[Android Apps and Games] Sek0n:
Just found this. Wish I had seen it sooner.

Anyways. Thanks for the app, works good for what it's supposed to. Wish it could get updated to work with more, but I understand what it's like when you have to much on your plate.

Thanks :)
[Android Apps and Games] Kafman:
Hello [MENTION=1887370]elban[/MENTION]

Will you upgrade Super Download to support Android M? Currently I'm using it and it's not working. Or will you wait for a stable release?

Thank you!
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I think I'll wait, don't wanna work on a test build ;)
[Android Apps and Games] arf8:
I assume regardless of this app or built in download booster on the S6, if the carrier like ATT does not support it, it won't matter if the app is running or download booster is enabled? I have download booster on my s6 but being on ATT i see no difference and i assume it is b/c ATT does not have it enabled via software on their back end.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Software on their backhand is not needed, at least for super download. But there are other reasons why it may not work, for example if the carrier modifications to the rom include using a different interface name/driver, which the software doesn't know of or can't control.
[Android Apps and Games] arf8:
I was under the impression ATT has crippled this since in lollipop it is an option by default which can be turned on with root. I'm guessing it is safe to say that it will not work at all these days as it is with just the ability to turn the feature on the phone by itself.
[Android Apps and Games] IMMORTALKING69:
You guys know that DL booster is just for downloading apps from the play store right? It will not function say when your Downloading a new rom to your phone. This is why i came here, bc i would love to see the DL booster work on everything i DL to my phone. Files, apps, roms, anything. Is this what ive been looking for? Is there a way to just mod the built in booster to DL faster on any file?
[Android Apps and Games] Moon83:
Yes:D
[Android Apps and Games] arf8:
if you can get it to function at all on att i would be shocked
[Android Apps and Games] IMMORTALKING69:
Does this work? I just tried downloading a ROM and didn't see my 4g arrows light up. Just my WiFi. I see that it requires root but when I used it never asked for permissions. On Verizon gs6 rooted. Version 1.5 is what I used. Anything I'm doing wrong?
[Android Apps and Games] Freddy1X:
Almost 2 years without any updates.. Do you have any plan to update this app?
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Could you please post a logcat?

Maybe it doesn't recognize the correct cellular interface.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
Super Download works on ... downloads, i.e. when there is a system request for an http object.

Unfortunately there is no way to replace the system downloader completely, at least not without modifying the rom heavily (and it may be different depending on the carrier/hardware producer/rom version etc.).

SD aims to work on most devices without requiring rom specific code.
[Android Apps and Games] elban:
I will make an update when android M is out and my phone(s) can be rooted, in ordert to make it compatible (it looks like it currently isn't, but it's early to say).

About general app improvements, I hope to be able to dedicate some time soon but I can't make promises, unfortunately I'm not full time into android programming.
[Android Apps and Games] IMMORTALKING69:
I tried to learn how a while ago but no one ever told me how. Can you briefly explain how. Do you want me to try to dl a ROM file again then do the log cat?