yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
Normally it is made for older device,. Newer device normally having >1gb internal memory available... and older device only have about 100-300mb

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakoen:
While you are right, an open source OS also means that is has less backdoors as it is open source. Take a look at other Linux distributions, do you know a more secure OS? Closed source actually is much more vulnerable (take a look at Mac these days, full of virusses).

Interesting. I assume this includes the Google play store too? As as soon as I connect to wifi, it shows updates are available. But in the Play store I am actually also connected to my account, as I can see which apps I purchased.

That makes sence. I've previously read "older Android versions" and not "older devices", but this makes things clear.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Theonew:
Yes, it does.

Its because older devices will have older android versions. They have a less memory and also the fact that older Android versions (below 2.2) don't allow moving apps to the SD card natively.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakoen:
Alright, thank you very much. Now I know what I want to know and have learned a lot.

Special thanks to Theonew and melvinchng for their valuable contributions to this thread.

SOLVED
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
Welcome

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakoen:
Just another quick question that just popped up in my head:

- Do you think Google logs the locations you go to?

- Do you think my phone provider (sms, call,...) logs locations?

I know it is possible to trace someone by following his mobile phone, but is it possible (for privileged organisations as example) to see where I went?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
Yes. They do log your location. For my provider, they do log it and it is stated where you use your phone in the bill... BUT for my provider, even police is unable to get the location. Maybe only those people who have power.

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakoen:
And what about Google? Do they log it? (From wifi access points.)

Also, about the provider, how specificly do they log the locations? Would they be able to find the street where I am (not by tracing in a current time, but by looking in their history).
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
No... it is about cell tower... it will state the location, which tower your phone connect it normally. And the time and date as usual. My provider provide e-billing system as well.

I'm not sure with Google. I've my satellite location disabled and network location enabled so I can check those things nearby me.

And your phone do store temporary satellite data so that it will lock your location quicker next time you use it.

The accuracy for the network location is up to 1km radius or larger. Just open Google map and the large circle is your location...

I'm not too sure with Google... but what I can let you know is Google log your browsing history...

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Theonew:
Yes, they do log it but only if you allow them (in the "location" settings on your device and your browser).
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Rakoen:
I just had an interesting conversation with Skype support. Thought I should publish two responses here:

Jason Paul R. says,

Yes, we assure you that Skype for Android's IM is encrypted.

Jason Paul R. says,

We can assure you that the latest release of Skype for Android encrypts your log in data. We assure

you that your log in details is safe from third parties who wish to compromise your account.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Theonew:
Seems perfect for you ;).
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] groksteady:
Hey, interesting thread. I just stumbled here from googling about the gmail app and SSL, and this has provided some interesting links -- thanks.

Just wanted to add a few things:

- Since your discussion, TextSecure had an update. It's a bit more ICS-looking now, and still works great. There was an incremental update to fix a database export/import problem; if you run into the problem, it's on the whispersys github. I had no problems with the latest version.

- Skype is encrypted, yes; but read that statement above carefully. You're entrusting that data to Skype/MS. For another VOIP encryption option, try Ostel. In fact, poke around and look at the other apps offered by The Guardian Project.
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
I found this thread... can look into it

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1800799

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
Watch this video :eek:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=deVEYhDdoHA&feature=youtube_gdata_player

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Sam Sung:
I've been following this thread since it was posted. Interesting, and thanks to those who've contributed.

Here's another video on bypassing pattern pw, but he doesn't mention the need to set debugging to enabled. It seems that he merely uses ABD to replace gesture.key with an empty file:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7McMB_Gbj8&feature=related

Is it really this easy, or is he leaving something out (or it's entirely possible that I'm missing something...)?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
Here is another one video I made without root...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVJ7T2oC_Zs&feature=youtube_gdata_player

You need adb to type command normally even in recovery.

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[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Sam Sung:
I'm likely missing much due to my inexperience, but what I think is happening in these videos is that the phone system partitions are being mounted and accessed via adb (& CWM in the case of the Security Compass video), where system files can be edited and replaced, including gesture.key?

But this would mean that the previously referenced article, which implies that the pattern lock is so secure that it's fbi-proof, is incomplete and provides a false sense of comfort?:

http://www.electricpig.co.uk/2012/0...roids-old-school-pattern-unlock-is-fbi-proof/

If my understanding is correct (and perhaps it's not...), there is no way to truly protect one's data on an Adroid phone if it falls into the hands of someone who has a computer and knows what they're doing? And is having debugging enabled have any impact on the adb method? i.e., if, as previously mentioned, debugging is not enabled, does this lock down the phone security against any of these mentioned or other methods?

edit: I just recognized the 'rapidfire' format of this post. Apologies for that...my time is so limited these days, yet there is so much too learn. Thanks!

edit2: And here's a seemingly simple method of getting past a phone lock:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwZPS4tUGNQ&feature=related
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinchng:
I won't work in new OS...

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[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
Hey Guys

I´ve made a Programm, which can Download Samsung Stock Roms.

Also it can Root them and flash the CWM Recovery on it.

I´ve although added some other tweaks.

It´s specially designed for noobs or for those who don´t know were they can download it....

I hope you enjoy :)

If you like my work.... please hit the thaks button :)

This is all Made in Germany ;)

The Developement of this tool will be stopped for about 3 or 4 weeks because my notebook with all data is courruptet and I had to Re write the script.

Sry for that but please wait. The next ting is that I will only add the newest roms, but I will give you an option to download the others.

greez Nescar

__________________

Changelog:

- v1.0.0

-initial release

- v2.0.0

-alot bug fixes

-some script changes

- v3.0.0

-added I9300XXALF6 frimware Open Germany, France, Austria....

- v.4.0.0

-added 32-Bit Version for Windows

-some script changes

- v.5.0.0

-added I9300XXBLG3 Nordic Countrys

-added I9300XXBLG6 United Kingdom

-v.6.0.0

-added new german DBT stock rom to download

-added install menu

-added rebooter menu

-added device information in main menu

-other script changes

Downloads avalible at:

32-Bit Version

https://www.dropbox.com/s/js6o4sj7s0e73u8/Galaxy%20SIII%20Firmware%20downloader%2032-Bit.zip

64-Bit Version

https://www.dropbox.com/s/01gvntxs10fwffw/Galaxy%20SIII%20Firmware%20downloader%2064-Bit.zip

*Note*

What should I add ? Told me and I will develop it.... And you will be named in the programm....
[Galaxy S III Android Development] tkpamorn:
It's good job
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
hey thanks :)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] ketan_naik:
Thanks for the software. But I can't install it. I am using 32 bit Win 7.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] THE.W!ZARD:
Can You Post A Video?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] JJEgan:
Runs fine for me .

jje
[Galaxy S III Android Development] justkidding74:
Before i start to download,one qustion isit program for android or windows? :confused::D
[Galaxy S III Android Development] jediknight111:
Windows
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
Originally

Thanks for the software. But I can't install it. I am using 32 bit Win 7.

You don´t have to install it:) Works without installation :)

PS: Works on 32 and 64bit ^^ :)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] ketan_naik:
U R right, I have extracted & tried to run the exe file. But fail.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
Hmm try to run the Samsug_Galaxy_S3_FWDL.exe in the data folder

hope it helped
[Galaxy S III Android Development] ketan_naik:
No dear it gives below said message:

"The version of this file is not compatible with the version of Windows you're running. Check your computer's system information to see whether you need an x86 (32 bit) or x64 (64 bit) version of the program, and then contact the software publisher."

Thanks for quick replies.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] vodka25:
nice but no uk stock rom or am i missing something
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
hmmm

yes but I will only add the newest firmwares ... :)

you know ^^
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
I don´t know worked for me on Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit

hm Firewall blocked?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] earthworm1102:
Runs on Win7 64 bit. Thanks! +1!!!!
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Trek55:
good job Nescar ...
[Galaxy S III Android Development] CreekDirt:
Is this for all phone versions including the USA?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
It is for the international Samsun Galaxy S3 I9300

like mine in germany:)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] gariasaya:
I think there is the problem, only run on 64bit, I have Seven 32bit and I get the same error
[Galaxy S III Android Development] kdogguk:
Not downloaded this yet but have you tried running it as administrator? (right click the exe file and select run as administrator)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Mkvarner:
Does it include the stock kernel?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Yusei:
Working 5* on W7 Home Premium 64bits

Thanks
[Galaxy S III Android Development] tbela:
Could you release a 32 bit compatible version?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] earthworm1102:
I think your ROMS that you uploaded were deleted.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] JJEgan:
Kernels are included in stock firmware .

#

jje
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
No they are workin 100%
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
32 bit is under construction....

:)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
BÄÄÄÄM Finshed :)

here

https://www.dropbox.com/s/js6o4sj7s0e73u8/Galaxy%20SIII%20Firmware%20downloader%2032-Bit.zip

cheers
[Galaxy S III Android Development] foxman01:
Tackar :)

Skickat från min GT-I9300 via Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy S III Android Development] hinnn:
downloaded 64 version, thanks,
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
Hey Guys I´ve added some new Stock Roms to Download....

Have fun with it :)

Download, Changelog and so on... read it at my first post... :)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] strix75:
A masterpice :)

Thank`s
[Galaxy S III Android Development] rustyx3:
Thanks, but what's wrong with the good old Check Fus Downloader?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
Nothing, but some friends told me that the programm isn´t working on there computer... so I´ve made a batch programm which work 100 % on windows... :)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Siberian Tiger:
Hi, this TOOL is featured on the Index of TOOLS http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1674286

Any observation please send me a PM :)
[Galaxy S III Android Development] nebulason9:
Please add a feature to password protect booting into recovery or download mode or passsword protect wipe-factory and wipe cache..

Please this thing can help immensely if the phone gets stolen so thethief cant wipe out the device as all the tracking applications dont work or get deleted after a factory reset from recovery mode.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Nescar:
And how should I do that? I don´t thinkt that this will be work.

Sorry
[Galaxy S III Android Development] behemot24:
he could do that with odin too, so there's nothing it can be done about that...
[Galaxy S III Android Development] codmdantes:
The stock Greek firmware, is deleted from Hotfile... Can you reupload it?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] hpsauce37:
hi

just downloaded the 32bit to use and when i go to open it i get a message from my AVG virus protector saying 'trojan horse' detected :(
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Marooned:
Hello

I downloaded the 32-bit version, extracted, ran the .exe and it gave me a text file and cmd window with the app running. when I select 2 (root) it runs odin without showing any binary. and it says now i'll reboot the phone but it doesn't!, and what does it mean in (about/status/device status: Modified) I just bought the phone, 20 days ago, charged, powered on, downloaded updates OTA and been using since then, never thought to check that line and I just came across it now. I searched XDA and google and as far as I understood it should say normal. then why it says modified?!

If no one has an answer it's ok, but please shed some light on my first question....

Cheers...............
[Galaxy S III Android Development] elmanortega:
hey guys question

i friend was playing with the s3 and f it all up

now i want to install stock rom with stock kernel and everything else

cause now is very bad

this tool is amazing

im downloadin gthe stock ro for united kingdom

i have no idea wich oem rom i should used cause he is an idiot and cant remember what he had before all this mess

i dont want to have a a paper weight

how can i install the correct one

and how can i install all the oem firmware all in one

so i can erase all
[Galaxy S III Android Development] qqtyin:
Hi there,

I have an Austrian Sgs3 from t-mobile.

But that's besides the point.

I'm a happy linux user. I would be even more happy if your tool could run.

My setup: Ubuntu 12.04 Intel based.

I can help with getting started but not too much further.

Thanks. Peter
[Galaxy S III Android Development] RaymondPJR:
I'm in the US. Does this app work by pointing to a Hotfile site to download the ROMs that the OP places there after they are released by Samsung?:confused:
[Galaxy S III Android Development] wangxp:
I updated boot.img reboot .. can't boot .....

I updated boot.img reboot .. can't boot .....
[Galaxy S III Android Development] crazbanditz:
cant open on windows 8.
[Galaxy S III Android Development] N1nJ4H:
Did u try run as admin?
[Galaxy S III Android Development] Serdxx:
anyone have cross the problem that the 32-bit and 64-bit start downloader, on avast bootscan detected ad malware and trojan?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Svashtar:
Hey there,

i am obsessively searching for a nice looking, usable, portable and what not stands for my infinity.

I have turned around all kind of shops, ebay, amazon, etsy etc and haven't found something that would immediately catch my eye.

Some are good, some are ugly. Some are not even functional. Of course it depends on use cases and where you want them to be, but still, there is really not that much of a choice around the interwebs. Same goes for covers...which, for infinity, are simply catastrophic. Nothing good really.

Well, I present you three unique stands for our pads, which could just make my day, I think.

MobileMount - Kickstarter page (there is a link to official site)

Steelie - Kickstarter page (link there)

WingStand - Kickstarter page (links there) - Very simple idea, very cheap, useful for any kind of device...The only problem is I CAN'T order it to my country from Amazon (checking other options with producer directly)

If you have any other suggestions, please please post in this thread.
[Asus Transformer TF700] d14b0ll0s:
Looks cool, but unless you need a car mount, I believe either the dock or a folding sleeve is enough as a stand.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Alitheia:
My thoughts exactly! My case will handle that for me.
[Asus Transformer TF700] archie_658:
I bought this one:

http://m.kensington.com/sections/product2011.aspx?language=us&country=us&sectionID=2208&sku=K39535WW

by Kensington. Light and foldable. The only problem is the power connector. I don't dare to use my TF upside down because of the antenna cover.
[Nexus 7 Accessories] Dorkington:
I'd like to start a thread for those of us that hate glare and/or fingerprints. I come from a mostly iOS background (and a TF) and used Power Support's anti glare overlays, they are a step above the rest. My hope is to find something of similar quality for the N7 in time.

Any leads so far? :)
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] Ravitaneja:
Hi friends after flashing repencis my Mobile softbrick my phone running on ddlc2 can any one help me I need this rom please help
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] lancejuson:
did u install stock rom before you install

repencis?
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] Ravitaneja:
Yes I install the stock rom ddlc2 version
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] Akash garje:
After installing this we r unable to receive any text msgs and even unable to send then through way2sms sender apps.....:(
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] Ravitaneja:
No after installing this my phone just stuck on boot logo and its softbrick
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] ocoot:
i think you must flash to the newest firmware and then you flash the cusrom
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] Kousthubha Kumar:
Follow the instructions correctly. That's what you should do. Can you describe step by step what you are doing so that I can debug?

Also, general section is intended for discussions. Post in q & a section or faq thread for queries.
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] bloodyvamp:
same problem here. i try dxlf1 ddle1 but still stuck on boot (the samsung galaxy y logo not the samsung one) can any1 help? by the way i follow the instruction completely it still stuck. tried to reflash again. but still the same.

EDIT: is rooting required before flashing this rom? bcoz when i try to flash it without rooting it was successful. by the way i used dxlc1.
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] Ravitaneja:
Now I was on repencis 3.5 I just flash the ddkj firmware vai Odin and then its successfully installed but thanks you guys

Sent from my Nexus7 using Xparent Blue Tapatalk 2
[Galaxy Y GT-S5360 and Duos 6102 Q&A, Help & Troubl] alkesh95:
Juz my advice press thnx to those guys who helped u

Like hitme987, bloodyvamp

Its a gud thing
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] oocutioo:
After update my galaxy nexus gsm to custom rom jb 4.1 my phone storeage doesnt pop up when i plug in the computer. At first i thought it was the rom but i tried a few other rom it still the same. Sorry about my english. Thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Nexus] Sgtpanda:
Maybe it's the USB cable or port, have you tried others? Make sure you're using a USB 2.0 cable, like the one that came with the phone.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] josemald:
I was wondering if anyone has bought a longer USB cable, the one that came with the AT&T Ion is too short and the phone has to be on the floor while charging.

A cable might seem like something so basic that any cable with the right connectors should work, but apparently not. The Kindle has the same type of port and the Ion and yet the Kindle cable doesn't charge the ion (when used with the Ion power adapter, of course). So if you've found a long USB cable that works, please post it here.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] King Cole:
I think I saw one in a Japanese store the other day that was circum $5 for a 6 ft cable, and I'm gonna go buy it tomorrow. I'll report back if it works or not.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] harrypalmero:
I'm using the 6' cable from my x10 and it's working like a charm.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] accts:
Used Ion Power plug - 6' HTC Micro USB cable worked well.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] JaredP:
I had a longer cable from my Xperia X10, so fortunately that worked out for me. I have succesfully used Blackberry, Samsung, and generic cables though. You can get a Sony Ericsson cable for about $6 on Amazon too.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] zerrudo:
http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=8641&seq=1&format=2 -white usb cable

http://www.monoprice.com/products/p...=10303&cs_id=1030307&p_id=5458&seq=1&format=2 -black usb cable

basically any mirco usb cable will work for the ion
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] WolR:
use EC-600 or EC-700 cable.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] josemald:
I don't think any cable will work. Just to be sure, I tried the Kindle cable with the Ion adapter again, and it also didn't work. That cable connects to the computer fine, and the charge seemed stable, but when used with the wall plug it wasn't charging steadily although the LED light on the phone was on all the time.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] zerrudo:
thats interesting because I've been using every mirco usb cable I have in my house and its all working fine, maybe I should clarify it depends on the quality of the cable. but those links I posted above should work fine...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] popfan:
The problem with some micro-usb cable like the one I bought from Wal-Mart is that they do not have an extra line that allows for data connections to computers and that extra power is what keeps the phone charging stable.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] zerrudo:
Ahh I see I've been using the cables that came from all my other phones.

I just bought those cables I linked from monoprice, better quality than retail and cheap because their not upselling their bulk price
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] NUTSgoWEEE:
Most micro-usb cables will work but some cables are only meant for charging and wont connect to a computer.

I use this 6' cable from AmazonBasics

http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-...r=1-1-catcorr&keywords=micro+usb+amazonbasics

Works great for data or charge. I travel with it VERY frequently and I abuse it. Used it for just under a year with my x10 and the phone-end started getting loose. Amazon replaced it free and my new one has been going strong for almost a year. I'm honestly surprised they last as long as they do the abuse I put them through
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] josemald:
I got a mediabridge 6 ft cable from Amazon, it wasn't as cheap as some of the others posted here (I ordered before that post). Tried it during the weekend and it worked perfectly, so something must be missing from the Kindle cable.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] King Cole:
I just recently went to Kyoto, and accidentally left my charger in the hotel (usual pretty careful, but eh). So I just went to the nearest tech shop and bought a nice 1.5 meter cable, and it's so much nicer. Kinda makes me glad I left the damn charger.