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[Android Apps and Games] peters.:
I think it is a good idea :) The debug log would be more clear and easily readable.

Another way of showing hash could be to show 2-3 random words (similar like redphone uses). This is easier to compare with the remote party...

How about the OTR method - could it be used here as well?
[Android Apps and Games] TheAtrixGuy:
Anuj,

I cancelled it using X button before the callee answered the call. Few seconds after awaaz initiates the call.
[Android Apps and Games] mnsk:
Tried the app today, voice quality is really good but sometimes it stutters. The connection drops

after a while if i lock the phone. And proximity sensor is not working properly, the screen goes off for a second

but switches on again even while covering the sensor. I am using xperia Z1.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Awaaz doesn't do video. Let me have your feedback if you do decide to use it anyway.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
mnsk, have you joined the beta program? I'll make a build that prints some debug data to the logcat, which will help me solve the issue. Do you know how to access and email the logcat?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.101 beta released

Hello, there is a new beta version being uploaded. Changes are -

- Removed continuous packet loss information from debug information.

- You can now long-press a contact on the contacts screen to force a cellular call.

- Debug data related to proximity sensor has been added. People who have trouble with the proximity sensor are requested to please email me the logcat at awaaz-feedback[at]jainanuj.com after making a couple of test calls.

- Bluetooth permission added. Not sure if this fixes all the bluetooth issues.

- Automated contact synchronization when the phone is connected to a charger.

- Special use-case for Brazilian phone numbers with a carrier code. Carlos, this is for you so please test and let me know how it goes.
[Android Apps and Games] mnsk:
Going to join the program. Will soon report back.

Edit: Link to sign up for beta not working.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Have you joined the Google plus group? That's a necessary first step, as mentioned in the instructions in the first post.
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
The screen does not turn off during a call, is it a bug or has it not been implemented yet? And about beautifying your app maybe people want you to make it exactly like stock android.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
The screen should go off in a call, and it does on every phone that I have tried. However, a number of users have reported issues, and since you are one of them can I please request you to join the beta program, get the latest beta, and email me the logcat after making a couple of test calls? It will really help me solve the issue!

Thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
I am a part of the beta group, I will send you a logcar ASAP.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Waiting for it!
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
It might take me some time to post the logcat. I remember when I used awaaz on the same device earlier the screen turned off during calls.
[Android Apps and Games] Mekanikz:
Very nice app. Didn't think I would find a replacement for redphone. Is it possible to replace the GCM though?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Why would you want to replace GCM?
[Android Apps and Games] Mekanikz:
Just because I try to stay away from anything Google-related as much as possible :P

Would it be possible to have the option to skip the initial contacts search? If it checks if the other person in the call is using Awaaz anyway then is it really necessary?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
GCM is an integral part of the app and definitely cannot be removed. Btw, quite futile staying away from Google on an OS made by them, don't you think? ;)

The initial contact sync is also required now. Before v3, Awaaz would check from the server before every call if the callee was present and available on it, and this would lead to a delay of a couple of seconds which a lot of people complained about. Post v3, the check is done on a local database which is periodically refreshed by the server and hence there is no delay.
[Android Apps and Games] Mekanikz:
Believe it or not I knew you were going to say exactly that lol.

I ask about the contacts check skip for increased privacy and better compatibility with the XPrivacy module,
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
New beta

New beta v3.102 being uploaded to the Play Store. Changes -

- Option for jitter correction in the preferences.

- Terminates Awaaz call if there is an incoming cellular call.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.103 beta released

New beta uploaded. Changes -

- Much more prominent key hash display below the contact phone number, so it can be easily compared.

- %age progress display during first run of app.

On my todo list this week is to make a video of the app to put up on the store, and to to use for demos to blogs. If any of you have any experience in the field please do get in touch with me. Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] Mekanikz:
OP does using Awaaz force you to use to Awaaz app call screen or can you use the stock phone call screen?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Mekanikz, there is no call screen in Awaaz! The USP of Awaaz is that you just use your stock dialer, and it automatically takes over if both parties are using the app. Minimal fuss :)
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
Sorry for the delay.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/1avtogdv6yryjgq/awaaz.txt
[Android Apps and Games] jim_moriarity:
The app is very nice, but the UI can certainly be improved to provide a stock-like experience. Red phone has a nice UI.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Hi Swapnil,

According to this log you answered the call, held the phone to your ear for three seconds, and then took it away (presumably to end the call). The logs indicate that everything worked. Is this what actually happened? It would really help if you held the phone and took it away a couple of times, and described what the expected behavior was versus what actually happened.
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
That is exactly what happened, I'll give you another logcat.

EDIT : Logcat for when I held the phone near to my ear and moved it away from my ear a couple of times. No change in the behavior of the app the display did not go off. Ignore the touch-boost thing it is nothing major.

https://www.dropbox.com/s/cw06frp0qzj6jwl/awaaz2.txt
[Android Apps and Games] casouzaj:
Hey, Anuj, long time no see! Just to let you know that from some versions on, I can't see any of my contacts online anymore. So, although I keep Awaaz installed, I'm unable to use it for a long time now. Nice try, anyway.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Hi Carlos, I'd replied to the last email of yours saying that I'd probably need to test it by calling you directly, but didn't get a response from you. There is probably a bug in the Brazilian phone number handling code. I will remove it from the next release so at least the app works for all other phone numbers.
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
[MENTION=3436318]kizmat[/MENTION] Did you find the problem from the logcat and the PM that I sent.
[Android Apps and Games] goodgoodeat:
it's a very good idea.

let me try it.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
No dude. Everything in the logs is as it should be.

Can you do me another favor? Try installing this small app which uses the same method as I do to turn off the screen, and tell me if it works?

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=it.android.smartscreenoff&hl=en
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
The app works fine.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Very weird. I have a feeling that the multiple wakelocks are clashing on your phone.. Unfortunately since I don't see the bug on any of my phones (S2, S3, Nexus 5) it's hard for me to debug.

I'll try something in the next beta, will keep you informed!
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
OK. I'll try the app on my other Nexus 4.

Did you check my message?
[Android Apps and Games] hotvibes:
I like the idea and tried the app but it still seems to be buggy. A few issues that I saw are summarised below:

1. When I call a person thru awaaz, they can not reject my call

2. When I receive a normal call, I do not see the dialer screen to accept the call

3. the app prints too many toast messages to be able to read them.

4. The dialer ui seems poorly designed, I would rather use the stock dialer. Is it possible?

I really like the idea of this app. Thanks for all your work.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Hello hotvibes, are you sure you were using Awaaz?

1. When you call someone, they can either accept your call using the green accept button, or reject it using the red reject button.

2. When you receive a normal call, Awaaz has nothing to do with it. Why would you want to see a dialer screen when accepting a call anyway? Can you please describe the issue in more detail?

3. The toasts have been reduced in the latest beta. It will go into production soon.

4. Again, there is no dialer in Awaaz. Do you mean the screen where you see your online contacts? If so, you don't even need to use that. Just call someone like you normally do from your stock dialer, and Awaaz will automatically take over if you're both on wifi and using the app.
[Android Apps and Games] hotvibes:
1. Yes, I noticed the red call reject button dish not work even after several attempts

2. I agree awaaz has nothing to do with it. But even the stock screen to accept or reject the call did bout appear while the phone was ringing and I could not answer the call

3. Sure I will wait for new release

4. I was referring the screen to accept or reject the call. Is it possible to use stock screen, thereby making awaaz completely transparent to the user.

---------- Post added at 12:48 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:37 PM ----------

I am using Asus fonepad 7 ME372GC to make the call and LG P715 to receive the call connected to same home network for above experiments. I haven't tested the call quality yet, I will test and post the results.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
1. If the green "accept" button works, then the red "reject" button should work too. Nobody else has reported a problem here.. I'm not sure what the problem might be.

2. Awaaz can't possibly interfere with a native call. I suppose what might have happened was that the call went through Awaaz and not through the cellular network, and you were looking for the stock calling screen to reject the call from..?

I see your point about the stock screen, but I see far too many people complaining about an app indistinguishable from the stock app :) Plus, every manufacturer has there own "stock" dialer!
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.2 released!

Hello folks! So after a month of beta testing, v3.2 is out!

- Adds the bluetooth permission, which might take care of some of the bluetooth issues that people were having.

- Simplifies and massively speeds up the contact synchronization process. Also watches for changes.

- Far fewer toasts.

- Encryption hash is displayed below the caller's contact info for easy comparison.

This release also includes some server side changes to make the app more reliable.
[Android Apps and Games] chielmi:
Today I installed Awaaz (3.2) again. My girlfriend has sold her HTC Sensation (that had very poor audio with Awaaz) and bought a Moto G. Awaaz is now working a lot better! Audio is almost as good as with a "normal" call, no delay or noise.

The only thing I noticed is that the proximity sensor didn't work on my Nexus 4. I've tried it twice, but the screen won't turn off while on call.

Is there anything I can do to troubleshoot this any further?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Is this a stock Nexus 4? I've tried it myself on one, and it worked fine then.
[Android Apps and Games] chielmi:
No, it's not stock. I'm using Purity, Purity is not a heavily modified ROM. It is based on AOSP.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Ah, I see. Are you a part of the beta program? Instructions are in the first post. I would like to try out a couple of tests.. In fact, it might be better if you email me directly - awaaz-feedback[at]jainanuj.com
[Android Apps and Games] casouzaj:
Hello again, Anuj. You know that my wife and me share the same contacts set in our phones. I can see only you online. Nevertheless, al of a sudden, she started to see me online. The first call she made to me was just fine, but with the second call, Awaaz just hanged on a black screen for some seconds, and, then, dropped the call. From that dreaded call on, my phone loudspeaker got muted. I could make and receive phone calls, since the earpiece had not been affected, but no ringtone was played. No sound I whatsoever was played by the loudspeaker anymore. And all subsequent calls I receive through Awaaz, it hanged and dropped them. The only I found to get rid of such an odd situation is to reboot my phone. By the way, my phone is a Xperia SP, and my wife's is a Xperia E dual. We're both running Awaaz 3.2. Any hints?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Is it possible to send me logcats from both phones? Btw, I took out the buggy code for Brazilian phone numbers in v3.2, so that's probably why your wife could see you again.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.201 beta released

Hi guys,

There is a new beta version out, and this one is all about improving quality! Especially people who were having trouble being heard by the other party, please do try this build out; it will almost definitely fix the issue.

Changes:

- Much improved voice encoder.

- Higher gain on decoder so you hear the other person better (slightly louder).

- Proximity sensor test. Can someone having proximity sensor trouble please let me know if this does anything?
[Android Apps and Games] swapnilraj:
The proximity sensor issue is still there for me.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.203 beta released

New beta released with further voice enhancements, and a UI change in the contacts screen. Tapping on a contact opens up a menu of actions, instead of directly dialing it.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.3 released!

Version 3.3 for the general public has been released on the Play Store. Emphasis is on improving voice quality in this release, and a few minor UI changes. Basically everything from the previous betas has been rolled into this one.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
v3.4 released

Changes -

- Disable proximity sensor option

- UI updates. Splash screen is almost never seen now.

- Preferences updates.

- Whatsapp bugfix.

- Automatic GCM re-registration on app update.
[Android Apps and Games] o-l-a-v:
Does Awaaz support ART yet?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
No idea! Have you tried it?
[Android Apps and Games] rdx93:
my phone number as id.

What happens when someone tries to use my phone number as their id?:eek:
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Yup, that's an issue and will definitely be rectified with an SMS confirmation.
[Android Apps and Games] biopsin:
v.3.52

Hi, tried your app, but it only fc -log attached.

Edit : ok seems I must have google services installed..
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Yeah, google play services is required.
[Android Apps and Games] jeevan_500:
kindly look into below problem

The app is working fine in wifi but it is not working properly in 3g data there is no voice when using 3g data I have a problem I am using dual Sim phone when I call using 3g data through awaaz it is asking to call from which Sim. it uses only Internet now then why is it asking to call from which sim in dual Sim phone it happen in data connection and also for wifi my phone is canvas 2 plus
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Man, you must use more punctuation.

Anyhow, it isn't the app asking you to choose a SIM. It's your regular android dialer. Awaaz takes over a call once a number has been dialed, which in your case happens only after you've selected the SIM. There is nothing that I can do about that unfortunately!

As for your 3G issues, it's probably a bad signal. Have you tried from another location?
[Android Apps and Games] Gulia:
Excellent

A superb concept and wonderful application.

Overall I found the application pretty good, but observed one issue:

1. During a call I can lover the call volume but as soon as I lock the phone by pressing the power button the call volume increases to some default volume. Although this does not happen when the screen is turned off by proximity sensor.

I can replicate this issue everytime on all calls.

Please use the SMS confirmation feature :)

I have Motorola Defy MB525 on Quarx's CM11 custom ROM (Android 4.2.2 - dalvik runtime)

PS: I have registered myself as a beta tester for your application :)
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
This is actually a feature rather than a bug :D

Awaaz tries to remember the volume at which you want to use the app, and so if you adjust the volume while on a call it stores it as an app preference, and restores your original volume when you hang up so your regular non-awaaz calls aren't affected!
[Android Apps and Games] Gulia:
I think you misunderstood me. I am experience this during awaaz call i.e. the call volume resets when I press the power button during the call itself, which is kind of irritating.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Ah, ok. Got it. Will look into why that's happening. By the way, why are you pressing the power button during a call?
[Android Apps and Games] Gulia:
To make the screen off while using earphone.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Proximity sensor isn't working?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Version 3.6 released

This version has intelligent flow control so if there is network congestion at either end, the app will reduce its bandwidth consumption till it figures out the maximum sustainable throughput. This should really help a lot if you had trouble hearing the other person clearly before.

You can also set the maximum bandwidth that the app should use from the preferences now. The default is 32 kbps (4 KB/s). It can be set from as low as 3 kbps (I can't believe this works!) to 64 kbps.

Finally, continuing my attempts to optimize quality, this version uses the in-built PLC (packet loss compensation) in Opus.

Any feedback will be appreciated. Please remember that both phones must have the updated version of Awaaz to utilize these new features.
[Android Apps and Games] peters.:
Was this new version already published? I'm still on 3.521
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
I don't know why, but the Play Store isn't publishing and pushing out my updates. I've uploaded two new updates, but the Play Store is still pushing out the version from April 2nd. I've written to them, but not received a reply. Google's legendary support strikes again :(

I will post an update here when this issue is sorted.
[Android Apps and Games] AndroTech:
Until the play store issue is resolved can you please post the latest apk in the OP?
[Android Apps and Games] varinder jaswal:
Hi NYC app... But I can see only one contact in the contact list of awaaz.. How can I add more contacts in the contact list.... Even my others contacts are on awaaz but I can't see them in awaaz contact list and can't call them through awaaz.. Pl help...
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
I hate doing this, but till the Play Store issue is resolved I don't see any other way out..

So, you can find the APK on the first post of this thread. However, please please please uninstall it and install from the Store once the problem has been fixed. Thanks!

P.S. Do remember that to take advantage of the new features both phones will need to be on version 3.6+.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Varinder, if your contacts have Awaaz installed, then they will either appear on the "online contacts" list, or the "offline contacts" list, which is determined by whether they are connected to WiFi or not at that moment (or 3G if enabled in app preferences). If you want to call others, you'll have to get to install the app as well :)
[Android Apps and Games] varinder jaswal:
cant add more contacts to awaaz contact list... showing only one contact...

thanx for reply... but my problem is still there... i cannot find awaaz contacts more than one in the list... my other contact is also connected to wifi but neither that is appeared in the 'online contacts' nor in 'offline contacts'.... the awaaz contact list is showing only one contact... i have also tried Force Re-Synchronization but with no luck... can you guide me please what i am doing wrong and how can i add more contacts in the awaaz contract list... Thanx
[Android Apps and Games] peters.:
Does Awaaz handle international prefixes? Are your contact saved with +XX ?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Varinder, please email me at awaaz-feedback@jainanuj.com, and mention your own phone number and one of the contacts that has Awaaz installed but is not appearing on your phone. I will try and help you out from there..

Peter, yes, Awaaz does handle international prefixes. If any of your contacts doesn't have the international prefix (+XX) it assumes you're calling a local number and appends your country code automatically.
[Android Apps and Games] casouzaj:
Hey Anuj, long time no see, man ! You see, I'm afraid Awaaz really doesn't like me. Specifically for test purposes, I turned all my 500+ contacts into international numbers (in the form +551234567-8901). I'm running the latest version, 3.62. After resync, I'm unable to see any of them either online or offline on Awaaz. Pretty weird, huh?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Carlos, it's been too long pal :)

Can you send me a email (again!) with the phone number you've signed up with, and any one contact that should be appearing but isn't? I'll check the database and figure out where the problem lies.

As always, appreciate your feedback tremendously!
[Android Apps and Games] peters.:
Google play

Update via Google play is working again. In version 3.7001 the bitrate setting was excluded intentionally?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Haha Peter, this is one of those rare cases of the beta actually being behind the production build. I had uploaded it just to test whether Google was still updating Awaaz or not. I've uploaded the actual beta to the Store now, so you should have it in a few hours.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
And oh, Google finally fixed the Store!
[Android Apps and Games] ulisesbretana:
awaaz d

can you provide me a download link for awaaz app?, this link is not working for me> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anujjain.awaaz

says >> Sorry! This content is not available in your country yet.

We're working to bring the content you love to more countries as quickly as possible.

Please check back again soon.
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Hi, Awaaz is no longer available unfortunately. It changed its name to Zip Phone and then got acquired by Hike Messenger. Hike can be downloaded from https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bsb.hike, and it is a full fledged messenger with built in VoIP.
[Android Apps and Games] ulisesbretana:
Free calls

Do you know any voip app for make 100% free calls to landlines???, for example to cuba?
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
nope! :(
[Android Apps and Games] dusk1911:
On the note 3 the sound is very low. Otherwise works great
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Thanks for the feedback.. I have noticed that the volume is a little low on some devices, but so far I have refrained from touching the "gain". The quick and easy solution is to just increase the volume using your volume rocker. The long, tedious workaround is to figure out the amplitude and adjust it through some DSP. I haven't gotten that far yet ;)
[Android Apps and Games] ammujee:
Thanks kizmat. I thought if viber and all other voip apps can work then even this can. But no issues! Thanks for the great concept and probably a great app.
[Android Apps and Games] bleed blue:
Ohk cool..newyz i tried the app on wifi but without success..couldnt connect to the other person having installed the app..what can i do to help you resolve the issue..??
[Android Apps and Games] kizmat:
Hey, I would love to help figure out the issue. If you don't mind, can you send me a private message with your phone number, the callee phone number, both phone models and your location please? We'll take it from there.