yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android General] dreadlk:
If I remember correctly you have to run HH and go to the Upgrade to Pro section while connected via your home WiFI.

It will open a browser window on the Head Unit and send you to paypal where you login and make the payment. He will them email you back the key within 24hrs.
[Android General] sheryip:
someone said to download a new keyboard as the default has been modified
[Android General] codeage:
Hi,

I’ve changed my PayPal account to codeage@outlook.com.

Thanks!
[Android General] Ludeape:
Has anyone actually done this?
[Android General] ispofe:
Hi Ludeape, someone has done this in the Pilot forum and said the HU reverts back to the default keyboard when you turn the car off and then on again. See their post #227 here;

https://xdaforums.com/android/gener...2016-honda-t3487644/post69999103#post69999103
[Android General] cacososa:
Uninstall Supersu

Hello Guys.

I did the hack and everything worked like a charm. However I would like to uninstall everything and revert it to factory default. I was able to uninstall the hack successfully however I still have the SUPERSU icon showing up in the app list. How can I uninstall this SUPERSU app? I tried doing a factory reset but that didn't work. Also if I open the app there an option to disable SUPERSU but when I click on it, a message comes up saying UNINSTALL WAS UNSUCCESSFUL

Any help would be greatly appreciated it.

Thanks

Carlos
[Android General] dyrnych:
Does anyone know of a way to get live wallpapers to work while driving? Whitelisting the app doesn't seem to do anything. Thanks.
[Android General] Ludeape:
live wallpapers on radio screens or some kind of screensaver would be nice
[Android General] heyoson:
it didnt work with my 2017-18 CRV
[Android General] n9yty:
So, I need to take the car in for service. I doubt they will care, but I'd like to hide everything. I know there was an option to do that, but how does it work, and how do you re-enable everything afterwards? Thanks!
[Android General] askwong:
Help on CR-V 2018

Hi. can you show how to do it please? I have a 2018 CR-V and I cannot access to the Developer Mode by the 1423 passcode trick. Thanks

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I am currently not accessible to the Developer Mode on my 2018 CRV.

Should this method work?

Please advise.
[Android General] bubbaleenc:
MyQ apk

Anyone have any luck installing the MyQ apk? Any time I pull a copy from APKMirror or APKMonk , it has the "?" icon and "install" is greyed out. The app is for a garage opener - nothing that should cause problems for safety or the HU. Thanks!
[Android General] globalist:
I have a 2016 EU Hr-v that allows installing 3rd party APKs by default, after just a bit of hacking (see cmdroid.com). It's got an older RC software that I'm hesitant to update as I hear the latest versions disable custom APKs installation.

Is this guide meant to bypass that? I mean will it work on a HR-V running the latest RC version on the head unit? Thanks!
[Android General] EvilLittleLlama:
According to APKMirror the MyQ app only supports down to 5.0 Lollipop. I believe Honda's infotainment system uses 4.2 so unfortunately you won't be able to install it.
[Android General] bubbaleenc:
I looked fairly deeply here and did not see a post noting this - feel free to delete or whatever if it is a repeat!

If you have a preset on SXM (I'm using the 2016 Civic EX-T without NAV HU) that is a MIX with 2 or more channels on the same preset number, you will encounter a couple issues once you root the system:

The "Not Available" glitch will reappear for *all* of your presets except the MIX preset

The steering wheel remote buttons will not change presets once you advance to the MIX preset

It was easy enough to work around both issues with a single action - just replace the MIX preset with a single channel.
[Android General] btonetbone:
I know it's slow, but has anyone figured out how to enable our head units to accept Bluetooth Tethering as the source for an internet connection? WiFi hotspot eats my battery, and plugging in a charging cable seems to defeat the purpose of using native Android apps over Android Auto. I know how to tell my Android phone to allow Bluetooth Tethering, but I can't seem to find the setting on the head unit to accept it.
[Android General] globalist:
Hi, I have a 2016 EU HR-V that allows installing 3rd party APKs by default, I mean it requires just a little bit of hacking (see cmdroid.com). It's got an older RC software that I'm hesitant to update as I hear the latest versions disable custom APKs installation.

Is this guide meant to bypass that? I mean will it work on a HR-V running the latest RC version on the head unit? Thanks!
[Android General] Ludeape:
Select the option in Honda Hack and it will give you instructions.. Let us know how it goes.

thanks
[Android General] Gtman55:
I did the Honda Hack and tested out the hide apps function. Now everything has disappeared and I have no idea how to get things back. :(
[Android General] Ludeape:
it didn't give you any link or instructions? did you pay for pro version?

I would email codeage asap then.

let us know what happens.. thanks
[Android General] tic2tac3:
I am having trouble running the one-click root. I unlocked developer mode and allowed USB debugging. I also changed USB from host to device. Then I connected my type A to type A in the front USB port of the car and ran it to my laptop (using older type a to a cable and using a type c hub). I ran the honda hack exe. and it says no devices found. any help would be gladly appreciated!
[Android General] peekeesh:
I assume you use a laptop with usb c ports? If so, try to skip the hub, use a USB a to c cable and connect it directly to the laptop and see how it goes.
[Android General] zahurkho:
Best solution

Hello,

The best working solution is to use the website on your Radio web browser: http:\\autohack.cn\root-en

Asked Codeage the autorization code and here you go, just Root your device without any cable.

Work 100% on my Civic 2016

Here is the link to private message to Codeage:

https://xdaforums.com/private.php?do=newpm&u=495426

**** DONT FORGET TO THANKS ****

Regards

Zahur
[Android General] Gtman55:
OK so here's what happened. I wrongly assumed the hide apps function simply hid the app icons when you took it to the dealer. Sort of a hide/unhide on/off switch. I was way wrong. It does more than that... it removes Honda Hack from your system.

I clicked OK a couple times to do the hide app function and didn't read the prompts. Big mistake, and a lesson learned. The prompts actually contained a website address and code to enter to restore Honda Hack.

I contacted codeage and found out my only fix was to do a complete factory restore. Then I reinstalled Honda Hack and I'm up and running again. Next time I'll read the fine print.
[Android General] 1stSolo:
Malware in the .exe?

"Trojan:win32/Skeeyah.A!rfn" in the HondaHack Windows GUI executable? Windows Defender says so. Should I be concerned? Because it doesn't look the same as the DirtyCow exploit... :confused:
[Android General] btonetbone:
No need to be concerned. These type of exploits that modify system-level stuff are remarkably similar to the bad things found in computer viruses, so anti-virus software will send a false-positive. Honda Hack isn't built for anything nefarious, no need for worry.

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=75571558&postcount=860
[Android General] Ludeape:
ahh, ok good to know.

So did the screen show a link and the code to get it back? or you have to contact codeage for the code to get it back?
[Android General] codeage:
In fact it is a simple C# wrapper for DirtyCow with a driver installer for android adb interface. Any modern antivirus software will treat DirtyCow as a malware.
[Android General] Gtman55:
A small popup comes up with the web address and code. I rushed through it and clicked OK before I wrote down the info. I had to contact codeage for the address.
[Android General] n9yty:
Strange... I tested it... When I selected the option, it asked if I wanted to. Then it gave a second dialog with a URL and a code needed to re-activate. So I let it hide the apps, did not have to reboot the headunit or anything, and then put in the URL and code when prompted and it brought everything back. So simple, thanks [MENTION=495426]codeage[/MENTION]!!
[Android General] dreadlk:
I wish it just hid the Icons and then allowed you to restore them by using some sort of combo press of buttons on the steering wheel. I get the fact that they can see the memory usage but the guys at the dealers are never really all that savvy when it comes to finding these things.
[Android General] Ludeape:
yea, we are kind of dependent on codeage's server being up, but its better than nothing.

Everyone make sure to donate to codeage for his hard work :)

thanks codeage
[Android General] rrfanck:
Anybody knows if and when codeage might provide the new method?
[Android General] btonetbone:
He provides it if you ask!
[Android General] Ludeape:
is there a compiled list of known working apps/apks?
[Android General] phasearray:
If you happen to have a Wink hub, you can install the Wink app on the head unit and then link the garage door openers to your Wink account. The Wink APK is compatible back to Android 4.1 so it will install with HondaHack.
[Android General] simon_lefisch:
I’ve had my car service a couple times already and didn’t hide anything. Doubt they’ll even look.
[Android General] n9yty:
It is for service due to interference being picked up on the radio, so the infotainment system is part of the service target, so they will probably look. :) I just hope they don't swap it out, then I'll have to go through it all again. But thanks for sharing your experience.
[Android General] simon_lefisch:
Ahhh, no it wasn’t for that. I see your reason for concern. My understanding it’s that this is all a “temp root” or something, meaning you can I root and root again. Yes it would be a pita, but something to consider.

To be honest, I’ve never even used the Honda Hack app. I’ve done everything the original way (pushing apps via adb) and have never had probs. It’s strange to see all these peeps on here having probs.
[Android General] knowledge_6:
^^ this

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so just got it up and running with the new onclick...super simple..

but netflix asked for an update and its SUPER slow... i gave up after 5mins in the netflix splash screen... anyone have any ideas as to why? I was conencted to my home wifi which downloads at 1gb
[Android General] zahurkho:
After install Tomtom Go,

My head unit turn Green/Blue screen of death after it reboot.

Pls help anyone know how to fix it

Regards

Zahur

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Well i found the solution. ;) :good:

simply pull the fuse 18 and 19 while the car is running, wait 10 sec and put them back.

Your radio will come back after booting my itself.

cheers

Zahur
[Android General] 1stSolo:
.apk for which architecture?

When looking for APK files to download and install, does Honda accept only apps for specific screen resolution and only ARM processors?

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I'm using iPhone's tethering, i.e. turn on Personal Hotspot; Connect to it from Honda's Setting->Wi-Fi.

The only annoying part is that if the car is turned off it doesn't re-connect on startup. Instead I need to turn Personal hotspot off and on again for the HU to re-connect.
[Android General] dreadlk:
Google maps does not work according to codeage.
[Android General] Ludeape:
I have found that vlc 2.0.6 works but you have to put video in Window mode then enlarge it.

It's not perfect but works and supports more formats than mx player which 1.7.26 doesn't even have an options menu.

Anyone else try vlc?
[Android General] noobrooter99:
What was your radio version? Under settings/about
[Android General] victronomy:
it works for me
[Android General] Ludeape:
What version are you running?
[Android General] zero_3:
What version of spotify are you using? My spotify says beta. Is there an updated version I could use? Same for waze.
[Android General] victronomy:
9.63.1 from apkmirror
[Android General] dreadlk:
Codeage mentioned that it wont work because you needed to have Google Play services installed in order for the maps to work. I also read that google play was almost impossible to install.

Did you just install the Google APK or did you first somehow get Google Play service installed first?
[Android General] victronomy:
i just installed the google maps apk...nothing else. I didn't log into my gmail account either.

it's really laggy tho so i think i'm going to uninstall it.
[Android General] jred721:
Is there currently any way to root the headunit in a 2018 Civic? Or does this only work on the 2017. Please let me know.
[Android General] noobrooter99:
Some 2018 models work. Depends on the build number of the firmware I think. I'm waiting for someone to be the Guinea Pig that has the same radio version as me before I try it
[Android General] btonetbone:
Rooting on my 2018 Civic EX worked perfectly fine with the version accessible through the web browser. Email or PM codeage for instructions to access it (it requires a private PIN code). And then enable access to the browser (follow this video for a guide, but our buttons are in slightly different places than the CRV and use Power/Brightness/Menu: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKPPo-u68c). Hook your car up to WiFi, visit the site, and let it do its magic for 5ish minutes. Works like a charm!
[Android General] noobrooter99:
How much does he ask for
[Android General] btonetbone:
Basic version is free, Pro version is currently $18. I opted for the Pro.
[Android General] jred721:
Basic version is $10, I just messaged him.
[Android General] n9yty:
I did my 2018 Hatchback EX trim level using the WiFi method through codeage's servers. It worked without any hitches or glitches.
[Android General] noobrooter99:
Sweet. I'm just waiting for him to get back to me. Sent a PM about an hour ago.....

Doing the download now.

And I just paid $25 USD for pro
[Android General] Ludeape:
seems codeage has raised his price.. still worth it :)
[Android General] speedyranger:
Pay for Pro. Very quickly the response.

And after all, everything going very well [emoji16]

Write him, yesterday evening... this morning code on...

Activated with less than 6 minutes.

Thanks again.
[Android General] dreadlk:
I am thinking about giving this a try. I noticed that on apkmirror they have several versions of Googe Maps 9.63.1 which one did you choose?

I downloaded "9.63.1-963100113_minAPI17(armeabi-v7a)(320dpi)" but would love some confirmation if that is the same one you have that is working.

Thanks
[Android General] noobrooter99:
Sooo

How can we get screen mirror to work?

I suggest a bounty is offered and put up on GoFundMe or something
[Android General] Ludeape:
My wishlist has 2 things right now..

1. Alternate keyboard to bypass driving restriction, so at least passenger can input.

2. Screensaver
[Android General] 1stSolo:
Definitely #1!
[Android General] 1stSolo:
Has anyone tried installing Aha Radio app? Loved that app on my Subaru for streaming music, news radio and podcasts, even Chinese and Spanish lessons!

Tried installing and it says "success"; Honda Settings even adds an entry under "[+] Accounts" to enter the login information, but there's no icon to open the app anywhere...
[Android General] Ludeape:
Yea we are really limited to apps that will install and work on Android 4.2.2.

Its hard to belive They are still putting such an old and outdated version of Android in new cars.
[Android General] 1stSolo:
Will Comedy Central app or HBO Now apps work on it?
[Android General] Ludeape:
Try them. Its the only way to know.

Just look for apk's that support Android 4.1 or 4.2
[Android General] victronomy:
yes thats the one I used. any Android 4.2 apk's like others have said
[Android General] Ludeape:
The only issue is nothing really runs "fast" when installed. Waze runs decent once its fully started but everything seems to take a while to start especially if it needs network access.

May have to try google maps to see if it runs better than waze.
[Android General] equlizer:
Will this work on a 2017 CRV? Thx :)
[Android General] Ludeape:
Google maps works pretty good but as with waze its slow to startup and you also cant login so no favorites or history.

I did also notice some graphical glitches at times but not always. There is also not really any volume options so it will cut off whatever music source your listening to when it speaks and the maps volume was really loud.

Other than that it runs fine.
[Android General] NuttyRage:
How do you get the pro version of the app?
[Android General] scancetti:
0F (RC7) Android 4.0.4 units

Does anyone know if this method works on 0F (RC7) Android 4.0.4 units? I just bought a 2018 HRV and so far had no lucky installing Waze or Spotify.
[Android General] Unixsys5:
Access without laptop

Thank you for figuring this out. I hadn't been on a board for a while. How can i root without a laptop? I saw some posts saying you can get acceas to a website and passcode.
[Android General] dreadlk:
[MENTION=9077750]victronomy[/MENTION] thank you so much for that information. I will give google maps a try.

My hope is that I can figure out how to store some offline maps on a USB stick.

That might speed things up quiet a bit.
[Android General] Ludeape:
let us know if you figure out how to store offline maps for google maps without being able to login. don't think its possible
[Android General] btonetbone:
So, I did a bad thing. After getting frustrated that navigation apps like Waze lag on startup, I decided to try the old Android trick of disabling some system processes. I should have run a log to see what was going on, and skipping that step was not good. I decided to take a stab and disabled a system process that was something related to "navigation". Since I don't have native navigation in my 2018 Civic EX, I thought it'd be fine. I used the app Ice Box to freeze it.

And now, I'm stuck. The head unit doesn't boot properly. I simply get to a black screen. None of the buttons on the head unit or the steering wheel do anything. The radio doesn't turn on.

What I did find out was that, by pressing the LaneWatch button on the end of the blinker stem, I can get to some very, very limited functions. The camera itself doesn't show up (just the black screen), but I can access the hidden diagnostic menu by holding Brightness+Power+Menu. Unfortunately, there does not seem to be a way to do a factory reset or reboot to the bootloader from there.

And, since I am in a 2018 model, I was never able to unlock the Developer Options so I can't use ADB to unfreeze the system process. If I could get to the bootloader, I might at least be able to factory reset and bring it to the dealer without the Honda Hack app in there.

Does anyone have any advice or things to try?
[Android General] NuttyRage:
Anyone know if it would be possible to run a Nintendo emulator on the unit (which I don't see why it wouldn't be able to launch and use a rom from a USB) but able to play it with a USB or Bluetooth controller (which I think would be the issue) anyone know how this can be made possible?
[Android General] Ludeape:
maybe pull the fuse to the radio, and wait like 20 min. maybe it will reset it.. worth a try
[Android General] btonetbone:
I'll give that a shot tonight after work. I can reboot the system through the hidden menu by changing the model in one of the submenus. It goes through the Honda logo, and then pops back to my dead black screen. Perhaps pulling a fuse will get me back to the bootloader...
[Android General] Ludeape:
I wouldnt mess with any games. its not real powerful spec wise to begin with. and how would you control it even? Cant imagine it would even be fun to play.. maybe just as a novelty to show off.
[Android General] NuttyRage:
Edit : double post

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It can play angry birds no problem then it definitely shouldn't have an issue to play nes games which aren't hard on any hardware since nes games are not big on memory or graphicly intense. And if you read my full post you would of seen where I asked if it was possible to connect a bt or USB controller to the unit. If you have no idea or even take the time to read my full post then why bother replying
[Android General] Ludeape:
Ok dude no problem. Next time I will just ignore you like everyone else has, and not offer any advice.

Have a great day.
[Android General] NuttyRage:
How has everyone ignored me? I only posted this an hour ago lol and you criticised my idea without even reading the full post or knowing what you are talking haha, so please I hope you do ignore me in the future lol I'd rather it be answered by people who know what they are doing, I think it's a great idea and the ones that understand could get together and we could figure out how to make this work.
[Android General] btonetbone:
From what I have read, the 2018 models only accept phones via Bluetooth (I believe some people had difficulty getting OBDii bluetooth accessories to read). Additionally, for USB controllers, you might need to toggle whether your USB is in "host" or "device" mode (enter hidden menu by holding Brightness+Power+Menu, enter Diagnostic, hold Home for the second hidden menu, hold Home to enter USB settings). Depending on your year/model, it may or may not work.
[Android General] Ludeape:
I said I wouldn't use the head unit to play games for a few different reasons.. how exactly is that "criticizing"? There have been reports of people bricking their units when they try to do too much with them or treat it like a tablet.

I was trying to help you.. Lighten up man.
[Android General] btonetbone:
Well, it was worth a shot, thanks! Unfortunately, pulling the fuse didn't get me to a bootloader. It did reboot the system, though, but it just brought me back to my dead blank screen.
[Android General] Ludeape:
Did you email codeage?

Maybe he has some ideas.
[Android General] btonetbone:
I just sent Codeage an email, good idea. I'm not sure how often they check the thread here.
[Android General] seandop:
Let us know if you figure out how to get it back!
[Android General] Ludeape:
Does Tune In app still work?

I installed v19 and it runs fine but every station just hangs on "loading" when i hit play button.

Thanks
[Android General] kwalsh24:
The app is still working in my phone haven't tried it on the factory head unit as I haven't don't anything to it since having it replaced.
[Android General] Ludeape:
Thanks. Yea it works fine on my phone also but in my CRV the channels are just "loading" forever.
[Android General] sniperess:
How do I pair non-phones in bluetooth? Specifically, I want to pair a bluetooth OBD for Torque
[Android General] riccardone1:
it's not possible
[Android General] Funran:
Is it possible with this access that these headunits might be able to use the new Android Auto 3.0 wifi capabilities?
[Android General] Ludeape:
looks like its not possible

https://www.extremetech.com/mobile/267568-google-rolls-out-wireless-android-auto-but-almost-no-one-can-use-it
[Android General] emeres:
Do you think there is a way to run Android Auto wireless without plugging in my phone? 2017 Civic doesn’t have this option. Some newer Kenwood Head Units will have wireless AA. I was wondering if there would be a simple WIFI dongle that user could plug in to main car USB port and somehow run AA wireless that way. That would be a perfect solution wouldn’t you think? The reason I’m asking is that once I connect my Civic via WIFI hotspot everything works slow with Honda Hack. I’m glad I have an option of running Youtube via AA right on the main screen.
[Android General] Ludeape:
AA wireless will also drain battery really fast, so the more you think about it the more it doesn't even make sense to run AA wireless.. unless its just for a short time