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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Always flash other MODs before flashing ADBlocking MOD, else it will not work. Make sure that other MOD or Apps are not writing to hosts file.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] amynjimmy:
Forgot about that... Thanks for the heads up... We all love what you do for us... Big THANK YOU!!

MB865/ST-ATT/4.4.2/BMM

Zero Lemon Powered SM-N900W8/Att-ST/Rooted/OxO/CWM/ViSiOn NB3_4.4.2, CiV's 1.2turb,Wanam,BluOZ,AirCommand.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] skyline_kid:
[MENTION=4877037]BSDgeek_Jake[/MENTION] when I add this source to AdAway it starts downloading and then crashes. I have the original sources enabled also and they cause no problems by themselves. I'm running Carbon nightlies (4.4.2) on a Droid Razr HD (XT926). This also happened with CM11 on the same device.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aospid:
I use AdAway to update also, with no issues. Maybe the device/network/configuration/other software(s)?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
This happens due to memory limit for AdAway. 16MB is a big txt for lot of Apps. Clear cache and try. Some users say they tried few times and it worked.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] FlanjeUK:
see this post - basically it has a better success rate on newer device's

Sent from my 9505GTi
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] pcmanager:
Hmmm no more audio ads on Slacker.... :D:D:beer: Works great, Thanks!

Edit.... Audio ads came back today.. After a week.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] ArtfulDodger:
Thanks a heap. PMR no longer gets updated so it's host file has stopped working and Play won't allow the ad blocking apps anymore. Your work is much appreciated.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] regP:
Flashed the other day and it was working fine then suddenly wasn't working anymore. Tried refreshing it. But still no go :(
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gamepro602:
its probity time to update the hosts file then:) , iv'e noticed it's starting to stop working when i saw ads on Mediafire.

Just hang in there though... Just 3 more days until the OP comes back from vacation :good:
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] regP:
Yeah. Do the ad servers change without an app being updated? Weird how apps that weren't showing ads the other day all of a sudden are without being updated. Is there a way I can attain the addresses for the ads within apps so that I can update the host file myself while op is off drinking beer on the beach?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gamepro602:
Just use adaway for now, but it will block adfly links though :(
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] regP:
Adaway stopped working for me a couple days ago that's why I tried this :/ even tried Adaway again a few hours ago. Still doesn't block ads that it used to block. :(
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gamepro602:
Hmm...well part of the problem is that the main hosts source (ismeh.hosts) i believe stopped working for some reason, which version are you using?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] regP:
V2.3
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gamepro602:
Well i checked the main host source and it gave me a 404 error

try adding this to your hosts: http://someonewhocares.org/hosts/hosts and http://www.hostsfile.org/Downloads/hosts.txt

I have to go now though, i'll try to help :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] regP:
Added them all no go. Thanks for trying though.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gamepro602:
well...it look like you have to wait it out then ;)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] imilleson:
Exactly what i wanted thanks !
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] theronkinator:
Adding the list mentioned in the op to AdAway causes it to force close at the "parsing and merging hosts files" part, any ideas?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Listy2021:
127.0.0.1 rapidmoviez.com Has been blocked again with the latest update (even tho it was deemed safe and removed from the last couple of versions prior to this)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Sorry for the block buddy.

All Users : Recently i lost my Revision System so kind of reassembling all stuffs back to shape. Will be fixed in few days... All earlier requests will be processed. Stay tuned for the Updates...

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
hhmmm... might be huge size of my 'hosts' file which is not processed in AdAway or other AdBlock apps. Try other AdBlock app and see.

transported from Tapatalk over GalaxyS2
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] :
I don't have any problems using adaway 2.2 for downloading, parsing and merging host files..
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] :
Thanks for this op!!:thumbup:

Sent from my SPH-L900 (Carbon nightly)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Listy2021:
No problem matey, huge thanks as always :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
Restart phone and keep applying till it works.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] CADude:
Actually, the success rate depends on available memory.

People should just flash MOAB with recovery and not worry about Adaway if they have this issue.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sauron82:
After I started flashing this I stopped using Adaway.

Click thanks if I helped you.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] brizey:
Just more of a pain when you want to whitelist something. It's easier in AdAway than having to edit the text file in the zip.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Well... usage depends. Way of using this MOD vary...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] onealvideo:
Awe you mean you don't wrap it in a pretty box with a bow on top for everyone to have it "easy"??? :)

Of course I am just kidding... This mod works great with my Skyrocket. Granted I don't have a gig of Ram to play with for memory management but minimal ads are so nice these days...

Again, Thanks for your hard work and time...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] jeswinjv:
YeaH ....thAnQ....cooL nw ...more fastr browsNg....:thumbup:

:beer:

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] _Atom_:
Sorry to say this, Loading application takes too long due to large host file, consuming more ram, and cpu usage is increased when browsing website...I like this mod and can u make a lite version of this adblock

Cm10.2.1 S4
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] cikoxda:
hi bro, i'm using this patch on my Xperia S runnning Carbon Rom 4.4.2 and sometimes youtube show me the error attached,

it happens in wifi and 3G too, but if i reboot phone the problem is gone. It is related to known issue that you told about?

thanks
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] MWO137:
I don't understand the post

can you please be more specific with the exact buttons you pressed
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] brizey:
Adaway is just so hit or miss anymore. I have an S4, and I usually do it on a fresh boot after it has settled. It still hangs sometimes, so it must really suck on older devices. The updates are infrequent enough, and I already fixed the 2/11 file.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kapil_dheer:
Loading application takes too long due to large host file, consuming more ram, and cpu usage is increased when browsing website...all these are side effects of this mod.

Lite version means lesser blocks and some ads seeping through......plenty of such lite mods available via google. Why need just another one.

Lite version with perfect blocking is impossible.....

All in all, thanks BSDJake for the hard work and the great mod......
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
For very few number of users it is not working due to some reasons. Sorry to hear that. But i already and clearly mentioned in Post #1 on what this MOD offers and what it requires to work effectively.

Lite Version cannot be made due to time constraint and versioning.

Thank You.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Tarzan-:
Thank you for this great mod.

One question to OP or other members who might have some knowledge. I use ABP and ADAWAY on rooted Note 3 and never encountered any ads, but ABP uses a lot of ram and internet connectivity at all times to work.

If I flash this massive file would I still have ad free experience, less ram usage and no internet connection required for these files to work or it would be the same thing ? Another way of putting it is if I don't see any ads would it still be recommended to use this mod and remove other apps ?

Thanks
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Read Post #1 to get the idea on this MOD. This MOD doesn't require internet or any user-interaction, flash it and U r done. This MOD covers all the so called AD sources on earth but still I don't promise perfect blocker. Use it and if you find useful then appreciate and continue using it without any charges.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] FPSUsername:
Could you add popup ad block?

Like in the game "dumb ways to die", I have a popup ad after I finished a level/game.

Kinda annoying.

But good ad blocker!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] lawhawk:
Fyi, the latest release has again blocked the Bleacher Report app from working fully. Namely, unable to play embedded video when you tap the play button, and tapping the Show Comments button no longer works- it is simply unresponsive.

Your older release had fixed the issues, but it seems to have returned.

I've also confirmed this is the cause by running the removal tool via recovery, and these features working after that.

Otherwise, it works wonderfully, and as always many thanks for your hard and clever work and for being so kind as to share this with everyone!

~ sent from my tin can attached to a string ~
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sixstringseraph:
Would you happen to have the version that doesnt break bleacher? I was wondering why that stopped working
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] brizey:
Just find the domain in the file and delete it. Make sure you use a Linux (new line vs. carriage return) compatible editor and that you zip it back up properly. I recommend doing it on a PC since the file is so big. I just do it on a laptop that I have running Mint. Then reflash. Takes some time (I complained earlier, but really it's not a big deal) but then you have it for all of your devices (I use it on all of our android devices).
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sixstringseraph:
Was trying to do that but not sure i know exactly how to find which domain/s to fix. Is there a way to find these out by dissecting the app?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] lawhawk:
Sorry, I don't think I have an old copy, but I'll double check.

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kelvinvalencio:
is this block youtube's ads?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] binlalo:
Yep, but I think it's outdated now because I'm seeing ads.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sauron82:
I haven't noticed any new ads, but this never blocked ads from The Chive or tTorent.

Click thanks if I helped you.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] warlock9_0:
you can just open /etc/hosts file directly on your phone and remove the desired domain

doesn't need to be done on a PC
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] bombadier:
With which editor do you use?the host is too big for droidedit pro,fx file explorer?

Tapatyping from my nexus
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] brizey:
I haven't found a text editor that can open the whole file on the phone. The built-in ones in the file managers (root explorer, es are what I tried) run out of memory or something. I doubt its my phone (S4). Any recommendations? It certainly would be easier to edit right on the phone.

I just checked: the hosts file has over 16 million characters. Jota for example, boasts that it can edit a 1 million character file, so it is more than order of magnitude off.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] warlock9_0:
vi from terminal emulator, but it has some level of difficulty until you become familiar with vi
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] hb17:
Look up Hosts Editor in the Play Store.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] FPSUsername:
I only see popup ads in games like Dumb ways to die.

Those adds should get hidden and it would be nice.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] brizey:
Thanks. I was able to open it using Host Editor by nilhcem.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] skim234:
I have scoured forums for this answer, but could only find it for HTC phones...

I have Adaway. I download host files. Things are all rosy until maybe 15 mins later (if I don't reboot) the files seem to go away and adaway disables itself. after i d/l host files and reboot, adaway again disables itself.

how the heck do i d/l and have adaway continuously working?

i'm running 4.3 rooted on a note 3 sm-n9005.

thx!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] JonSCSL:
People using AdAway have so many problems trying to add MoaAB host files. I suggest using this mod solo. No problems no worries. Just simple.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
I have no problems using adaway and this together. Just have to be patient :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kInOzAwA:
i just update my CrossBreeder with hosts file using MoaAB replacing the master file.

hosts file should be rename to master and the old master file has been rename to master.bak (or whatever extension you'd like) for future adjustment

location should be place here: /system/etc/CrossBreeder/dnrd_root/master

set the appropriate permission either by chmod 644 on the terminal or rw-r-r using the file explorer.

everything working so perfect as of now :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] mopandasauce:
Hi.

I was wondering if anyone has problems with music stuttering after flashing this mod? I noticed that my music stutters (apps like Pandora and slacker) after I flashed the mod. It only stutters when the screen is off. Is there any ways to fix this?

Thank you!!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] 2545:
Use Milk from play store. I don't use slacker but do use Pandora. From what I researched, it appears the ad block is the culprit when screen shuts off. Only two solutions : Uninstall ad blocker or use something else like Milk. I love ad block more than Pandora but that's up to you.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] mopandasauce:
I see. Thanks! I'll decide whether to keep it or not
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] CADude:
If I were you I would use Adaway with a different adblocking host file and see if that works.

---------- Post added at 10:07 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:02 PM ----------

Touchwiz phones seem to have trouble with Adaway's latest version and I think it has to do with the high memory usage of Touchwiz and a bug with the latest Adaway. I think 2.3 is the last version to run without issues.

Personally I think you should just run MOAB by itself so you don't have to deal with Adaway at all. I would only suggest Adaway to people who can't get MOAB to work well with their favorite apps.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
I have just been using MOAB on its own, and use to run it with adaway. For some reason my phone is running faster and smoother :).
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Siema89:
hmmm, in lastest update they're still blocked :P
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Xplay21:
I haven't noticed any difference on my phone, still getting pop up ads in-game
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] cheetah81:
Yah same here..also slow down my wlan speed..??:eek::what:
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
I found using adaway and this together no ads were getting past. Moab on its own a few more ads but I just block them by adding to host list.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] a.fontenele:
I'm surprised to know you use Adaway with this mod. I personally only use MoaAB and never get any adds... Thanks to BSDgeek_Jake I never needed any third party app to block adds.

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
I used to use adaway and this together. But switched to this now. Hence I found my phone to react more fluid. Any ads I do see I just add to the host list.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] a.fontenele:
Sorry for the noobie question, but how do you identify it to add it properly to the hosts file?

Sent from my GT-I9300
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
I use this on my phone to add or remove the Web address

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nilhcem.hostseditor

And this to monitor ads in apps

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.denper.addonsdetector

You could also change the hosts file on desktop with notepad which is a bit quicker.

I find this useful as BSDgeek_Jake has enough on his hands and new ads will always pop up. Just do a bit of diy and everything goods :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sauron82:
But how do you identify the website to add to the hosts file? The app looks like it only tells you which apps have ads.

Click thanks if I help you

Sent from my SM-N900W8
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
The application does tell you what ads run in apps. Please play around with it to figure it out. :)

And I haven't seen ads within apps I only get a fee through browser..

Was thinking of running this mod on desktop pc.. Was wondering if anyone else does this. Some feedback would be good :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] nagpalkapil:
Works perfectly fine on pc as well.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kapil_dheer:
Been running the hosts file on pc for about 2 years now.

Results same as on android......perfect adblock.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] 2545:
Please tell me how to use it with my PC. How do I append my existing host file that already has things in it? Cut and paste using notepad?

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I317
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] cvhovey:
+1 I tried appending hosts (just pasting in blocked to end block portion) on pc as admin but then could not connect to anything on internet ... not able to open my Gmail on Chrome, Feedly, etc etc etc. After undo and save, could connect to internet fine. So guess some editing needs to be done for it to work on pc?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] ImEVO:
+1+1+1+1+1
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] amarjit_rsingh:
+1, work great on Pioneer P2 running 4.2.2
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kapil_dheer:
Why append.....rename the existing file to something and paste the hosts file in the folder......that simple. Hope you are talking of windows os
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sonwon:
Linux is the same accept requires root permission.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Brixia:
[MENTION=1175175]bsd_[/MENTION]Jake_geek

I use your mod from long time, but due to technical problems i've reinstalled my rom. Since i have an old device that runs android 2.3.6, your last work isn't compatible with gingerbread. I need your lastest zip that is compatible with my device. Please, could you send me the flashable zip?

Thanks in advance :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Hi, thanks for using my MOD and i appreciate. Unfortunately i no more support below 4.0.x and will never as google made it end of life.

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sirxdroid:
Is this hosts file ever getting cleaned up or new entries just keep getting added? Is there a source for a minimalist hosts file that is kept down to a decent size (even though it may not block absolutely everything) so that it's easier to debug when things don't work?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Brixia:
Thanks. I have another question. Is it possible to have an old zip? (Like the December one or the November zip that you released time ago)

Thanks again! :)

Inviato dal mio ME173X utilizzando Tapatalk
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Ok. Will check my archives. Anyways... New release is coming... will be optimized and smaller in size than current. Stay tuned for the updates.

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sirxdroid:
Awesome!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
? Right Time will do it for you my friend. Stay tuned for the updates...

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kretex:
Stay tuned mode on for update [emoji16]
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] IAreKyleW00t:
The only issue I have with this is that ProjectWonderful (an advertising website I use quite often) is completely blocked when I try to access it. I love everything this mod does, but I don't know if I can use it if it blocks this website entirely.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] s--c:
Just edit host file :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] IAreKyleW00t:
I just looked through it and finally found it on line 407654 (www.projectwonderful.com) ... Must have missed it the first time.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] sonwon:
You can use search to find the line too.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
?

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] mrbobo1:
ESPN tournament challenge app won't connect, not sure what site It's trying to hit
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] BSDgeek_Jake:
Update: 21 March 2014

UPDATE: 21 MARCH 2014

Changelog:

- Updated to latest Sources.

- Removed lots of Not-So-Common & Least-Used Domains.

- Updated Mobile AdBlocking Platforms.

- Updated Malware Blocks.

- Updated Commercial Block List, "my resources... ;)"

- Processed User Requests.

- aNd Other changes which i forgot...

This Release is SUPER OPTIMIZED for Users who are in need for much lesser file size and Friendly MoaAB for there devices. All users SHOULD Flash this Release for Optimized ADBlocking experience.

Idea is

Minimum Overhead and Maximum Blocking

.

DOWNLOAD NOW !

ENJOY :D ...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] nagpalkapil:
Awesomeness. U r really superb. Kind of support u give to android community is excellent. Not only here or the threads u manage but also in the other general threads maintained by other developers I have seen u helping people with their queries. Good job.:)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Primokorn:
Good job bro! Your follow-up is really appreciated.

Already downloaded and installed :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] hawkerpaul:
Thanks for the latest update mate. No problems at all.

:good:

One thing, can you change your updater-script please.

you have the following line:

set_perm(0, 0, 0755, "/system/etc/hosts");

it should be

set_perm(0, 0, 0644, "/system/etc/hosts");

thanks again Jake. Keep up the good work!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Oz4225:
Thanks for update!