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[Xposed Framework Modules] kpoverdorf:
Ok so I was able to at least get back to a point where I have all my conversations.

I had to:

1) Disable and uninstall xHangouts completely Reboot.

2) Downgraded Hangouts to version 10. This brought back all my converstaions and merged them.

3) Upgraded Hangouts to the current version via the play store and all my convos were still there, just not merged.

4) Installed the current version of xhangouts. I activated and rebooted.

5) Enabled xHangouts.

I am now able to launch hangouts and use xHangouts with all my conversations intact but merged conversations is still not working. It is enabled and still only removes the SMS tag but the conversations themselves are not merged.
[Xposed Framework Modules] mattspew:
Enabling and disabling debug mode restored by chat bubbles too.

Odd bug, but at least it's an easy fix if it happens again.
[Xposed Framework Modules] kpoverdorf:
Hopefully the version 15 update will resolve my issue.
[Xposed Framework Modules] duh_org:
Feature reqs:

This is a long thread so not sure whether these have been answered. However...

1. Option to, if internet connection is not available, trigger propagating a call intent to the next lower priority dialer (the standard dialer) to make a cellular call. Right now if data is unavailable but GSM/CDMA calling is available, a fallback would make calling more seamless. This could be triggered on a call timeout which would deal with a bad wifi connection, or just if wifi and mobile data are both showing as down.

2. Option to trigger a call immediately (no need to press the call button explicitly) if a call request comes in by intent (the number was prepopulated).

No idea about the difficulty of these yet as I haven't dug down into the Hangouts/Dialer code yet, and other contributors probably know where to look better than I do.
[Xposed Framework Modules] supermamie:
My little feature request (I don't know either if this is the right place or if I should open an issue on github) :

Is it possible to add an option to bypass google redirection when clicking a link ?

This bother me because when a link is supposed to open an application, a browser is launched and then the app (after the redirection).

edit : answered in next post by [MENTION=2405998]duh_org[/MENTION] by using this app : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.googlecode.bypassgoogleredirects
[Xposed Framework Modules] duh_org:
There's actually a tiny app which does this, by acting as a URL interceptor for Google clicktracking links:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.googlecode.bypassgoogleredirects

The first time you tap a link of that form, you can choose to go through Bypass Google Redirects first, which will unwrap the URL and send it back to Android for handling. In spite of how old the app is, it works just fine on current Android because it's dead simple.
[Xposed Framework Modules] kpoverdorf:
That looks cool but it didn't work on my 6p. [emoji53]
[Xposed Framework Modules] Dudebowski:
Try crappalinks, by GermainZ. Xposed module, been working very nicely for a long time now. supports goo.gl shortening system, and nested Google.com links.

http://xdaforums.com/xposed/modules/mod-crappalinks-remove-link-masking-t2603868/page57

Also....

Looks like the goo is now pushing hangouts version 15.0.141104777
[Xposed Framework Modules] kpoverdorf:
Yea I have been putting it off for now.
[Xposed Framework Modules] G U C C I:
Yeah I just received the update in the play store. Not hitting update! :P
[Xposed Framework Modules] bofis:
crap, I totally updated to Hangouts 15, so am now getting the error that it's not supported :-\ Oh well, guess I'll keep refreshing the xposed repo until the next release is uploaded and deal with seeing the error a lot
[Xposed Framework Modules] grymkmb:
If you want, you can download old versions of Hangouts from apkmirror.com.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
Hey guys. In the middle of finals week here. As a heads up, it's likely I will not have time to take a look at upgrading XHangouts until after finals are done.
[Xposed Framework Modules] sansnil:
Finals come first for sure. Thanks for the heads up though - and good luck!
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
Looks like [MENTION=6610308]ImADev[/MENTION] beat me to the punch. So I'll still need some time to test it but you can expect an updated version of XHangouts a little sooner.
[Xposed Framework Modules] kpoverdorf:
Yay!
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
After installing Hangouts v15 my SMS conversations were missing. I quickly fixed that by enabling the debug menu and selecting the option to re-import SMS.

I still don't have any issues with merged conversations, so I can only assume that it's either a Hangouts bug or a device specific issue.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
I'll make sure to have that in the release notes.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
XHangouts v2.13

A new release of XHangouts is now available.

v2.13-50fb361 - 20 Dec 2016 - Stable
-------------
This release introduces support for
Google Hangouts 15.0.141104777

Note from ImADev/blackbox87: After installing
Hangouts v15 my SMS conversations were missing.
I quickly fixed that by enabling the debug menu
and selecting the option to re-import SMS.

Enjoy.
[Xposed Framework Modules] surajloharia:
When calling while playing music and disconnecting the call sound from music player continues to play thru earpiece and not loudspeaker and call volume option came up on changing media volume
[Xposed Framework Modules] Dirtyfrank26:
I checked the box for debug. The 3 dots that normally appears in the top right corner, it's not there and will not show. Rebooted after checking the debug box and it's still not showing. Any thoughts?
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
There's two debug options within XHangouts. Are you using the one labeled "show debug options"?

I assume you're already using the correct Hangouts build (15.0.141104777). Google released 4 versions of Hangouts v15, so that might trip some people up.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Dirtyfrank26:
Yes I'm using the latest. Yes I'm a God damn idiot. "show debug options" was right in front of my eyes and didn't have it checked. Thanks for your help with my stupidity! Lol
[Xposed Framework Modules] Dudebowski:
Is there any way to force the main app activity to respect landscape orientation? Baffling that Google would force portrait only in the top level message view.
[Xposed Framework Modules] prboy1969:
As per usual, XHangouts is working excellent.

Thank you gentlemen ?.
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
I enabled the debug menu but I don't see any options for importing SMS. Is it within one of the other menu options? Also, after updating Hangouts (and xHangouts) to the latest version, all of my conversations are missing (both my Hangouts and Google Voice conversations). Is there a way to get them back?
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
You should just have to go to your contact list, select debug and then scroll down a little.

To fix missing Hangouts/GV conversations select to create a new conversation with one that's missing.
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
Thanks, I was aware of being able to start new conversations to get back the missing ones, but I was hoping that there was a way to get them all back automatically rather than manually one by one. When I try to start a new Google Voice conversation within Hangouts, it's complaining that it can't send SMS outside of the US and Canada for any phone numbers in my contact list that don't already have +1 prefixed to the number. I'm not sure if this has anything to do with the fact that I'm not currently in the US and that I have an international SIM card in my phone.

Edit: Also, starting a new conversation probably wouldn't be possible in regards to retrieving a group conversation, correct?
[Xposed Framework Modules] winamp26:
No update for new version of hangouts?
[Xposed Framework Modules] grymkmb:
Oh come on. Give the guys some time. The new version of Hangouts was released a couple of hours ago, the vast majority hasn't gotten it yet through the Play Store and you are already asking for an update?
[Xposed Framework Modules] Josey Wales:
It's simple. . . I manually update Hangouts only after a new X update is announced here[emoji109] [emoji41]
[Xposed Framework Modules] bofis:
Unfortunately I've been allowing the Play Store to auto-update apps lately, since I was going in and clicking "update all" every day as it was, so overnight my Hangouts updated :( at least it still works, just have to click the error dialog each time for now... is it really necessary that the module hooks into specific versions like this so every update breaks it?
[Xposed Framework Modules] grymkmb:
You can download old versions of hangouts on apkmirror.com

Boy would I love to see a "freeze" - function in the Play Store...
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
If by "freeze" you mean something to prevent updates, you can already disable auto updates.
[Xposed Framework Modules] grymkmb:
Yes, that is exactly what I mean. I have auto-updates disabled, but when there's one app you don't want to update you have to manually click every app and update it, because "update all" is not an option.

F-Droid has an option, where you can disable either "this" update or all updates in the future for a specific app. I'd love to have this function in the Play Store.
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
Actually, when you update all, it'll specifically ask you one by one whether you want to update the apps that you've disabled auto update on. It won't automatically update any apps where you have auto update disabled
[Xposed Framework Modules] mash4077fan:
Is there a way to get a transparent background with this xhangouts. I use it and I like it but I was thinking maybe I could go into the apk itself and change the background. Does anyone know if that is possible. Any chance it would be in the values/colors folder
[Xposed Framework Modules] kissmiasma95:
Can't use hangouts dialer anymore as of today not sure why yet will report back. Wondering if any other users are experiencing issues. Edit: working again, not sure what tripped it up.
[Xposed Framework Modules] marcdw:
Transparent Hangouts or XHangouts? Wording can be taken either way. Heh heh.

Y'know, clear/transparent versions of Hangouts are available if you want to try those.

Here's a couple of sources. Disregard if you were aware already.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2283828

Team Black Out Presents...The Dark Side of the Source...Black and Clear Apps

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2494145

Inverted/Transparent Apps PlayStore, Hangouts, Inbox, etc,,Updated 20170207

LG G3 D851, Oct-N ROM, KrAkEn Kernel, MultiROM, Tapatalk 4.9.5
[Xposed Framework Modules] mash4077fan:
Thank you I use to use that and for whatever reason I stopped but thanks for bringing to my attention.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
XHangouts v2.14

Thanks to the continued work of [MENTION=6610308]ImADev[/MENTION] a new release is available with support for the latest Hangouts.

v2.14-f471552 - 09 Feb 2017 - Stable
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This release introduces support for
Google Hangouts 16.0.144731464

Enjoy.
[Xposed Framework Modules] OffDatGoGo:
Great timing! Just rooted my S7 G930T a few days ago and was missing this module.

Thanks & cheers!
[Xposed Framework Modules] Devo7v:
Thanks for the update to get it working with the latest version of Hangouts. For some reason I'm having an issue with the theming though, I am able to change the background to black, but I cannot theme the chat bubbles at all. I've tried changing the color of the chat bubbles, the text color, and the hyperlink color, but there is no change; it remains black text on white chat bubbles.

Is anyone else experiencing this? I'm using Hangouts v16.0.144731464 and xHangouts v2.14, if you need logs I can post those. Any help would be appreciated.
[Xposed Framework Modules] OffDatGoGo:
Me too. I've been sitting here trying so many different ways to do it but nothing.
[Xposed Framework Modules] AtrixHDMan:
Im having trouble sending texts messages.
[Xposed Framework Modules] X46X:
Same here, I can't theme the chat bubbles.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Woodzrul:
[MENTION=4195957]Kevin M[/MENTION] I apologise if this has been raised before, but with Hangouts moving more towards the business platform will you be looking at implementing a similar module for the new Google Messenger? Do continue to keep up the good work.
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
Does updating to the latest version clear out existing chats again?
[Xposed Framework Modules] aka179:
Can xHangouts remove\bypass "update now" screen?

I am stuck to v10 due to SMS merging (from one contact with different numbers) which does not work properly on [x]hangouts starting from v11. Latest xHangouts does not seem to work with v10. I wonder if older xHangouts releases (compatible with v10) capable of getting rid of nagging "update now" screen?

https://xdaforums.com/picture.php?albumid=13986&pictureid=55147
[Xposed Framework Modules] mattspew:
Yeah got the theme issue too, can't get rid of the white chat bubbles.
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
Android 4.4.4 had a theme related issue that I've recently fixed, but I'm not seeing any issues with chat bubbles.

Are the people with theme issues using a stock ROM or a custom that uses something like Layers or Substratum?
[Xposed Framework Modules] Devo7v:
I'm using Sony stock MM with no themes. Do I need to do a clean install of xHangouts? It seems that the others that are having a problem simply updated xHangouts through the Xposed installer like I did.

Are there any logs that may be helpful?
[Xposed Framework Modules] mattspew:
Is there anything we can do to speed up the releases?

Version 16 of Xhangouts took so long to come out that version 17 of Hangouts came out a few days later.

I've never written or compiled an app for Android, but I'm willing to give it a go.
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
You shouldn't need to do a clean install of XHangouts. Theme related changes do require you to restart Hangouts though.

[MENTION=4207616]mattspew[/MENTION]

I would release my builds, but they would conflict with Kevin's since the signature wouldn't match.

I've already pushed the changes to GitHub, so if you were to install Android Studio you could build and sign your own apk. It's not that difficult and there's plenty of tutorials online :)
[Xposed Framework Modules] mattspew:
Awesome, thank you, I'll check it out. :good:
[Xposed Framework Modules] sansnil:
Hi, I can't seem to find this option to re-import SMS. I see the debugging check box on the bottom of the settings screen but it says logging enabled when I turn it on. What am I missing...?
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=70182315&postcount=1042

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=70458708&postcount=1047

I guess you've enabled the wrong debug option? When you enable the correct one and restart Hangouts you'll see the 3 dot menu icon to the right of the title.
[Xposed Framework Modules] sansnil:
Indeed I did, thanks for the clue-in. Find the right one a bit farther up and worked as it should. Much appreciate!
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
[MENTION=6610308]ImADev[/MENTION] has updated the codebase for the latest version of Hangouts however there are still a few bugs I'll need to test/address. This includes the bubbles not being themed. No ETA but if you need it now you're always welcome to build the app from source.
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
It might have something to do with these changes. Personally I'm unable to reproduce the issue at all though as I can correctly color the bubbles on all of my devices and I don't yet see the new unread message indicators no matter what I do.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
Thanks for your support! The only thing that draws me to Android Messages is the Jibe support. Outside that I have no motivation to use it over Textra, which is nothing short of impressive (and simply a better SMS app). If the Textra developers can implement Jibe support I can't fathom a reason I would ever need to touch yet another Google texting app. A fine day indeed. Hangouts was particularly useful for me (for a time) because of its SMS and Hangouts support in one. Android Messages is really just an SMS app which has far more competitors/alternatives. To answer your question, no, I don't believe I would pursue a similar module for Android Messages. I really do hope Jibe catches on. I've been complaining about the lack of an "iMessage killer" for Android and this is as close as I believe we're going to get.

Interesting. I'm hoping the root issue is simpler than that but if it's currently working for you I wonder if any changes I make will end up breaking it for others. I'll give Hangouts and XHangouts a complete re-install before looking into this bug further.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Woodzrul:
[MENTION=4195957]Kevin M[/MENTION] Appreciate the response. Let's hope the Textra development team implement RCS technology into their product soon.
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
I'm now getting the new message indicators and white bubbles on one of my devices, but only if merged conversations are disabled. I'll try to fix it shortly :)
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
Thanks for the help. I've since patched an issue with send & lock.
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
I guess I missed that one as it's not a feature I ever use.

I'm struggling to fix the conversation theme options. I've tried replacing colors and hooking some methods, but so far nothing works.

I've made a little progress now :)

Fixed it. https://github.com/kmark/XHangouts/commit/c130414bd406e4b7524696f9f55dc30b534672ca
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
XHangouts v2.15

v2.15-6ccc1c1 - 05 Mar 2017 - Stable
-------------
This release introduces the following improvements:
* Support for Google Hangouts 17.0.148298972
* Send & Lock feature has been fixed
* Fixed white conversation bubbles bug

Enjoy!
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
I just updated and my existing conversations were wiped again. It's not such an issue with conversations involving only single contacts, but it's harder to get back group chats without someone sending a message. Is there any way to preserve conversations when updating?
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
I'll see if I can locate the method that causes the problem and attempt to fix it, but Google will eventually remove all of the code that allows merged conversations to work. That's why I've put off attempting to fix this minor issue.

As of Hangouts 17 if you've got merged conversations enabled then you don't get to use the new message indicators.
[Xposed Framework Modules] sansnil:
It was a good run...

The time has finally come for me to move on from Hangouts which sucks because I still love Hangouts for its capabilities, specifically for being able to use one app for both home/work SMS and hangouts but I'm down to one contact using Hangouts so it seems like time to migrate away. In any event, XHangouts has been a terrific module and I wanted to thank Kevin and ImaDev for all the hard work they've put into. Very much appreciated gents, good luck and hope to see you in other forums! :highfive:
[Xposed Framework Modules] AZImmortal:
Is it only the use of merged conversations that causes all conversations to be wiped when updating?
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
Yes. Because you've still got merged conversations it'll bug out after you update Hangouts.

If you disable merged conversations before updating Hangouts and XHangouts then you shouldn't get any missing conversations.
[Xposed Framework Modules] zsolti256:
Hi Kevin.

I used xhangouts I love the dark theme.

But Now Im on nougat, there is no xposed, can you make one for magisk? Thank!
[Xposed Framework Modules] Devo7v:
Magisk doesn't work like you're thinking. You'd be better off at this point looking for a themed version of the Hangouts apk and installing that instead of the version from the Play Store.
[Xposed Framework Modules] zsolti256:
There is no such thing as a themed hangoust apk, that is recent sadly.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Devo7v:
Did you check the Team Blackout version? It was last updated on February 27, 2017, so it's most likely the latest version.
[Xposed Framework Modules] zsolti256:
Your right, Last time I tried it I had probably the same problem.

I flashed it two times, and wiped multiple time and it started working now, the black theme that is, not the toilet :good:

Thanks!

:highfive:
[Xposed Framework Modules] stevedensmore:
Is there any trick to getting the enhanced call button feature to work? Anytime I press the call button it doesn't ask which to use. Instead it dials directly through Hangouts.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Devo7v:
I'm having a similar problem, my call button doesn't do anything.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
Thank you for using XHangouts and I'm happy our work could make your experience a little more enjoyable. I myself have migrated away from using Hangouts multiple times per day (SMS and Hangouts), then to just using Hangouts for Hangouts messages, and now to only touching Hangouts to keep this module available to everyone. A stark contrast when I started back in 2014. It is now 2017 and Google still has no real messaging solution unless you count Jibe. A myriad of cross platform apps like WhatsApp, GroupMe, and Facebook Messenger, and *gasp* SMS seem to be doing just fine.

Best of luck to you!
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
Have merged conversations enabled and make sure that the conversation includes at least 1 SMS.
[Xposed Framework Modules] stevedensmore:
Merged conversations in enabled. However, it doesn't actually merge conversations; contacts with both Hangouts and SMS are still separate. Even when I start a new conversation, it doesn't have the box in the left-hand corner that allowed you to choose which method of messaging to use.
[Xposed Framework Modules] ImADev:
Press the floating button and select to create a new SMS, but create it with the existing contact. That might fix it.

We might have to remove the option to merge conversations eventually. With each new release it's getting worse, but that's to be expected since it's deprecated code.
[Xposed Framework Modules] iamonyx:
i searched this thread and didn't seem to find anyone ask...

unfortunately i am on Android 7, so i am unable to install Xposed. The only thing i want from this app is to be able to fix the image compression issues when sending an MMS message. Is there anything i can edit in system files or Hangouts to be able to utilize this feature without Xposed and XHangouts?
[Xposed Framework Modules] Kevin M:
https://www.xda-developers.com/sms-is-being-removed-from-google-hangouts-on-may-22nd/

Mark your calendars. And, uh, don't forget this. ?

Not that I know of, no. It's possible that increasing your DPI could have some influence on the scaling but I highly doubt it'll be noticeable and worth increasing your DPI just for this reason alone.
[Xposed Framework Modules] Dudebowski:
Why is Google actively malicious towards its user base? Oh, wait. We're not the users. We're the used. Did you know that Google has AMAZING customer service? Problem is, we're not the customers, we're the product, and advertisers are trading us like baseball cards. The stats on the back are more detailed info about you than you're even aware of about yourself. #Acxiom

What's their endgame? My guess is they profit from the conflict. Hegelian dialectic: create a problem, control the possible solutions. Google is skynet and we're being programmed to serve the trademarked hive mind.

Anyone wanna wager odds on a functional, coherent, and singular communications app produced by goo in the next four years? I'd say verging on some division of zero.

/rant.

Thank you for your extended support, Kevin. May your noble efforts serve you well in your career path.