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[Samsung Galaxy A50 Questions & Answers] christo2015:
Hello! I have a SM-505W and I was wondering if any of you guy's found a root for my device? I searched but I did not find nothing.

I tried this:

https://xdaforums.com/t/guide-root-...05f-android-11-with-orangefox-magisk.4246407/

But it bugged for my device: after the installation, I could not unlock my phone. I enter my code and then it just goes to the lock screen again.

Any Ideas? Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy A50 Questions & Answers] JuanTamqd21:
flash pass reset.zip or do this guide https://xdaforums.com/t/remove-bypass-lockscreen-with-recovery.3530008/
[Touch Cruise ROM Development] planagan:
Is there any way of inserting a calendar tab instead of one of the ones available such us weather, people, etc.?

I would like to see all my appoinments for Today at once, but I can´t work it out.

Any help?
[Touch Cruise ROM Development] m.schmidler:
this is defenitely the wrong board...and by the way, there is a M2D customization thread, and be sure, if it was possible it would be posted there, cause there are lots of people wanting a real calendar tab on M2D.

otherwise I can only give you a hint: my WM7 theme for throttle launcher will definetely include a (customizable?) calendar page ;)
[Touch Cruise ROM Development] ubhishek:
So when is your WM7 theme coming out.
[General Questions and Answers] Rejoyan islam:
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[General Questions and Answers] adfree:
Hello.

Sorry.

I have NO idea about your device.

My own expirience in last time about Rooting is Magisk...

Suggestion:

Google for Magisk +SM-J327T1

I have not much time...

I can try short to search....

Best Regards
[General Questions and Answers] adfree:
https://xdaforums.com/t/root-guide-sampwned32-samsung-j3-prime-sm-j327t-sm-j327t1.3761497/

Short searched here on XDA...

Sometimes we are out of luck... or need new way...

At the moment very hard because no more new leaked Engineer Firmware like Combination firmware...

Sorry.

I can not help.

Without this device nearly impossible to find working solution in theory... My Imagination is very limited. And I have no Crystal Ball.

Good Luck.

Best Regards
[General Questions and Answers] Mr.Conkel:
See I actually have this device and by the looks of your patch levels and such root is not possible for you anymore. I have a Rev3 of the same model stuck in my drawer anything past this is stuck as files are no longer available. Through the threads, if you find something for rev 3 I could try and help you but if you're on the last official update for that device which is rev4 your out of luck
[Introductions] krysta89:
Hi there everyone, I'm Krysta89. I am a student of graphic design technology. I will have my diploma in a few more months to become a freelance graphic designer. I have a bit of experience working with both hardware and software previously and decided to get back into the forum. Thanx
[Android Head-Units] ankurshaswat:
Hello,

I have recently bought an android head unit from the company named unplug. It seems like a generic Chinese unit. The name that shows up on the google list of devices in the play store is Allwinner k2501. Where can I find the firmware file to update the software on this unit?

Update:

Software information

APPVER: K2501_UP_S212251.20210421.105050.H4H7.01D

PlatformVER: K25-2021/04/16[21:19:40]-v0.01_D

MCUVER: V2.0-FF01-20200724-A02-CAN0015-15-05-05000000000-00

BTVER: GOCBC8_V2.0/2020:11:09:15:22:35

CANAPPVER: v.21.03.09A_3.0[11:15] {H.201102} emmc:0x24de6ba0

CANBOXVER:

CARTYPE: Current for general purpose engine type {0-0-0-0-0}
[Android Head-Units] ankurshaswat:
Hi,

I've bought a new android head unit, which turns on in ACC. When I turn on the ignition, the unit shuts down for a second, and the maps app resets, and I have to set the navigation again. Is there a way to resume it automatically? It's too much of a hassle setting it up whenever I have to crank the car.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] AndroidAddict420:
GrapheneOS​

The private and secure mobile operating system with Android app compatibility. Developed as a non-profit open source project.

website : https://grapheneos.org/

WebUSB-based Installation : https://grapheneos.org/install/web

CMD Line Installation : https://grapheneos.org/install/cli

Releases : https://grapheneos.org/releases#raven-stable

This is listed as "Experimental"...
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Android-Desire:
Not to sound like a broken record but with no play services do Google Photos and app updates work with that "sandboxed Play services compatibility layer" mentioned on they site?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Alekos:
yes. works very well (as long as you install all 3 parts of sandboxed play services). I would maybe wait a few days before installing it on the Pixel 6. but using A12 on my 3xl and everything works, photos, gboard, official gcam (all running with network access disabled).

Also, GrapheneOS for Pixel 6 still says Experimental on their download page (it might just need to be updated). But if you're okay with maybe experiencing some bugs, it should work fine (but as stated above, most should wait a few days, they're very good on updating - especially the first few weeks after release)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] galaxys:
Good to hear about... will be watching!📱 cheers
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
I basically bought my P6P for this, so I'm extremely happy development is moving forward! Really hoping that, when a stable version is out, it will be possible to use the phone "normally" with it. Keep it up, Graphene team!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Diablo2424:
I'm with @Alex-Absolute I purchased my P6 just for GrapheneOS support, coming from a string of OnePlus devices. Though I am going to wait until it's listed as stable to switch, I'm excited they have a working build going!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
I've got the release page in Windows' Aignes Website-Watcher, set to look for changes after "Pixel 6 Pro" and before "Version", so I should know when it changes to Stable.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
Amazing, thanks for the tip!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] AndroidAddict420:
I used GrapheneOS on my 4a during most of the Experimental days, and i did not experience 1 hicup. I would compare their Experimental Builds to Android 12 Beta. So it's nothing to be afraid of. It's definitely ready for daily use in my own opinion....
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] RetroTech07:
Are there any screenshots of this OS? I always like trying new things but I'm thinking there isn't much to look at that would be different from a standard Android OS
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
You're welcome, I'm using the free version - it's been around for a very long time on Windows, and I'm using the Android app which appears to more or less sync with the Windows version through Dropbox, if you have or create an account with Dropbox. It doesn't work perfectly for me, but I at least get notifications on my phone about the same changes in websites that the Windows program lets me know about - so I at least know that I should get on the computer and look to see what's new.

Sorry to anyone for the OT - I have lots of Android-related sites set to give me notifications of changes through this program.

The non-free version is a little pricey for my needs.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] AndroidAddict420:
I will post some screens later this evening...
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Flippy125:
I've wanted to switch to this for a long time (It's actually a huge reason I switched back to the Pixel series) but I'm not sure if I can commit to losing Android Auto
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Alekos:
I agree. I've been using it off and on for 18 months on different pixels. but just good to be cautious, as always...

GrapheneOS just tweeted a few hours ago, the next release will be Stable for the 6 series (most likely this week)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
What I read about that is that its not experimental in the "unstable" sense, its that they haven't fully implemented the security enhancements.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] The.Jericho.Initiative:
Given the sandboxed mode for play services, do you really have to lose auto?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Flippy125:
Good question. Last time I looked into it, AA was a no-go. Guess there's only one way to find out. I'll report back later if it works or not

UPDATE: Still a no-go. I just receive an error that the AA protocol isn't supported. Guess I'll go back to compromising my privacy for the sake of convenience while driving.

Other than that+call screeening, this build is solid for an "experimental" build (Tbh they could have put the stable flag on this, but I assume they are waiting for bug reports before doing so). If anyone is looking for a good de-Googling solution, this is it.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] The.Jericho.Initiative:
Despite the hassle and increased expense, perhaps one of those Carplay AI boxes like Apple Pi might be the necessary workaround?

I'm very interested in this OS, but I too rely on carplay/auto as a general rule while driving. If I have to outsource my maps and music to an external box in order to have more comprehensive device security, that might just be the way it has to be.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
Thank you for reporting. As curious as I am about this OS, this rules this out for me too. Been using AA for almost four years now and I'm hooked. :D
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] lemonspeakerz:
I want privacy, but I cannot live without syncing all my stuff together. Is this OS for me?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] roirraW "edor" ehT:
There's a Stable version out now for the P6P.

https://grapheneos.org/releases#raven-stable
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
Thanks for the heads up, just seen this too! Probably will install over the weekend, but would love feedback from anyone who has the time to install this earlier.

I'd be particularly interested in knowing how easy/difficult is sandboxing Google apps and what solution people usually use for contacts' syncing?

I've been using alternatives to Google apps for years, but in terms of ROMs I've always used debloated ones but never GrapheneOS, so I'm still a little concerned about the swap to a Google free Android, particularly for contacts, camera and editing (does the GrapheneOS camera have all the cool stuff as the Google one?) and Google Play (for app downloads and updates).

I had a look at the Graphene's website and their tutorials are awesome and extensive, so I'm more looking for users' reviews here. Thanks in advance!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Flippy125:
Most likely not. All of the usual sync features are stripped. Likely because uploading all your data to someone else's computer (the cloud) is the opposite of privacy

From my playing with it (with Play Services installed):

- The built in camera is meh - Install the Google Camera from the Play Store and it works just fine

- For editing, install the Google Photos app alongside the camera

- I spent forever trying to get Google Contact sync to work and failed. Was ready to just import a CSV

- The Play store is given the permissions of any other third party app store. You need to click Install on the usual pop-up for each app. It is not able to complete installs without user interaction (Huge plus side IMO)
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Alekos:
first wanted to agree with you on contact syncing. I really hate all the alternatives (nextcloud etc). So I imported manually also.

I've been using GOS on my pixel 3xl for about 16 months and with play services since August. a few weeks ago they allow for apps to be updated once installed. So it's a good mix of : prompt for initial installation, update in the background automatically>

And its great that you can easily disable network access any app (like google camera and gboard for example). I've also installed Photos (for editing) but usually keep network access off for it. Simple Gallery (and Aves Gallery) are my goto apps for viewing images. both are great, Aves is fantastic and very fluid.

Speaking of fluid, droid-ify is incredible. I've been using fdroid for 3 years now, and just recently found droid-ify. The UI is one of the best I've seen, and very fluid. Adding repos (like izzyondroid, bromite etc) are so easy for new users.

I go back and forth using CalyxOS and GrapheneOS. CalyxOS does run a tiny bit faster (this is due to the extra security hardening in Graphene). but I need *reliable notifications for work/life apps and microg is really lagging in development on that front. Calyx team is trying hard to get this working but it can still be an issue. what GrapheneOS has done with sandboxed services is nothing less than genius.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Flippy125:
Thanks for the tip about Droid-ify! I can't get over how nice it is to use compared to the official F-Droid client.

I'm thinking about giving Graphene another chance and just docking my phone and using Bluetooth like I used to pre-Android Auto. My phone is the last holdout for privacy after switching all of my computers to Linux, so I know it just needs some getting used to.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Alekos:
If I had a car with Android Auto, it would be hard. But our phones are so big and using Magic Earth, (and Google Maps) on a dock can be great (I've tried OsmAnd+ many times and I'm going back to 2011 for navigation. I usually just enable network access for gmaps and will use that for the day I'm traveling every few months....but I've been liking Magic Earth a lot lately and use that mostly)

The interface for music streaming apps (and offline music apps) are pretty great now - and not necessary to interact with them while driving (but I do get the benefit of Voice Assistants). I never really used Google Assistant in the past, but know how powerful it can be - especially when driving.

I think having control of your Privacy (and security) is so important. A lot of people in the community will not even entertain the idea of using gmaps. But until better alternatives come around, I'll be using them, and doing what I can to minimize the information sent to GAFAM.

The r/fossdroid sub on red_dit is pretty decent and I've found a few great app suggestions there over the years. We really need to support projects like GrapheneOS/CalyxOS and devs who make amazing apps (no matter the platform).
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
Thank you both for the extensive feedback, this is truly so helpful!

Now that you have confirmed that it is possible to use certain (Google) apps with no internet access, I think I will install this as soon as possible. Not ideal to have microlags in a phone that costed £850, but if the price is privacy/security then I'll happily pay it. My only concern now is that the ROM is overall stable/reliable. I can live with microlags then.

A last couple of questions, if you don't mind! (though I'm sure I'll have more after installing xD) I know that storing things in the cloud in inherently not very secure, but I've been using Tresorit for a couple of years now, and would like to keep using it. Do you think it may potentially work fine if I just granted it network access?

Also, about contacts, I don't mind importing them locally, but do you mean directly into the stock Contacts app (perhaps without network access), or does GrapheneOS have a separate Contacts app?

Finally, when you install the (sandboxed) Play Store, do you advise against using your own Google account to download stuff? I already know that I will have to wipe everything before installing, and since I'm currently without root, doing a proper backup is going to be quite challenging. Having my list of apps from the Play Store would help.

Thanks so much in advance!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
If you are syncing all of your "stuff" through a 3rd party service (i.e. Gooble), then by definition, you have zero privacy.

I've escaped entirely from the left winged oppression known as Gooble. Replaced it all with Nextcloud (this is software you run on your own server), which actually does a way better job and keeps you in control of your own data.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Time to upgrade your car's radio. If you have something that actually runs Android, you can hook your phone to it just for calls and data, no need to run mapping software on the phone itself.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Contacts are stored in a system database, independent of whatever contacts application you happen to use. This is an Android thing, not Graphene.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
Good to know, thanks for that! I was just wondering as I had issues with third-party contact apps in the past (in the sense that other apps like WhatsApp would not recognise them if the contacts were not saved via the Google Contacts app).
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Its certainly possible for some 3rd party developer to make a "contacts" application that doesn't correctly tie into the system database, in which case, nothing in the system would be able to access those contacts.

You can use a program like DAVx5 for synchronizing the system database with an external service.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
That's good to know. Thanks again!
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Flippy125:
Learning a ton from this thread. I was just going without syncing and didn't know Nextcloud was an option. Time to put the server in my closet to some use
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Use DAVx5 for syncing the contacts and calendar with nextcloud. Nextcloud itself for data sync, which it mainly does in the phone -> server direction. The backup application integrated in graphene is seedvault, which comes ready-to-go working with nextcloud (the main nextcloud application has to be installed and configured).

And then you have a whole bunch of other parts, like Nextcloud Talk, Passwords, Notes, etc., for tying in other aspects of it.

However one thing to be aware of is that Nextcloud Talk can't receive notification except if you use the play store version (i.e., won't work with the f-droid version). You can use THIS to get notifications in conjunction with the F-droid version (no gapps needed): https://gitlab.com/Nextcloud-Push
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Hmm, looks like Magisk works with GrapheneOS. Despite the standard "don't do it" line, it at least looks like they haven't put up any roadblocks. That's good because the only fully workable backup solutions do require root access, even just to the extent of just copying the filesystem from a shell (adb).
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Flippy125:
So FYI - I've been running this since last night and I just got a call along the lines of "I've been texting you and haven't heard back, you good?". Receiving texts from people with iPhones fine, so I believe there's something broken with RCS on this build. It feels like it's reporting to other phones that it's enabled, but it's not, so nothing comes through.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Without gapps, there is no RCS. Your network probably still thinks you're connected with RCS and may take a while to clear out, then it will work.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] CrashTestDroid:
You can get contacts syncing with some small steps.

install Play stuff

install Contacts app from Play Store

install contacts sync adapter, Use the January v11 app, v12 beta doesn't work.

Contacts sync needs the Google Contacts app and sync adapter. Give permission to Contacts app, sync adapter (find it in All Apps), Google Play services, Google Services Framework.

Add your Google account in phone settings, enable sync for stuff you want, and reboot. Contacts app should populate in a few minutes.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Alekos:
microlags? like stuttering? or microg? both aren't a problem on GrapheneOS (issues really only occured in Android 11 and/or on the Pixel 3a due to it using inferior eMMC storage). and sandboxed play services is now used instead of microg, which I 100% support.

most apps will work without internet access (gboard, gcam, gphotos and more).

file sync apps like tresorit work on GrapheneOS. most apps I've tried work well, but never got IAP to work (in-app purchases). some apps like Nova Launcher (if you're into that for example) provide registration codes, but a ton of apps won't work for paid versions. every banking/financial app I've tried work fine but some in Eastern European countries require extra permissions. with sandboxed services working so well on GOS, comparability problems are rare but can happen (some apps people use for work, for example). but this isn't the norm.

the sandboxed services in GrapheneOS is nothing short of incredible. I don't think people know what's involved in getting their implementation to work so well. after using it, and seeing the progress of development in just 3 months, I've donated and totally support their project now.

check out both Matrix rooms to get a better understanding of what is possible when using these Android Operating Systems. privacyguides.org, privacytoolsio, techlore etc cabln be helpful resources at the beginning: including these:

degoogle resources

Plexus

degoogle blog by eoli3n
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
You should be able to skip all that spyware and use DAVx5 to sync contacts (and calendar) with a google account, if you really want to share that data with google.

This is how to set it up to work with google; https://www.davx5.com/tested-with/google/

Instructions for a slew of other services; https://www.davx5.com/tested-with
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Confirmed. Its substantially faster and smoother than the factory system image.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Alekos:
I mean I've never had any issues with lag or studdering at all with Stock Android on the 6 Pro, 4XL or 3XL. even when trying to bog it down with 100 apps. I can see after a year or two (or 3) without a factory reset... but people underestimate a factory reset. Especially going from Android 10-->11--12.

I do have some slight "lag" on the 3xl with GrapheneOS v12 (this is due to the extra security hardening). happens on the 4 xl also (but not with CalyxOS on either). this is a known "slight drawback" Graphene but like I said in my earlier post, Android 12 seems to be better (but we won't really know for the 6 until all of the security hardening and implementations are completed) GrapheneOS's recent tweets go a bit deeper into this regarding running GrapheneOS on the 6 series.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] CrashTestDroid:
Good point. If you're not using Play and paid apps that need sandboxed GApps then DAVx5 is better.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 19deke55:
Why would you lose AA?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 19deke55:
What's the main attraction of this OS?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] ajsmsg78:
I was able to get Google contacts and Calendar sync working on Graphene. There was a Magisk Module (yes, I rooted it) I flashed that enabled contact and calendar sync.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Because its a function of gooble blobs.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
Security hardened.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Finn1sher:
For those interested in de-googled, privacy friendly ROMs, I'd like to add that CalyxOS will soon be out for the Pixel 6 series with Android 12.

It's slightly more user-friendly due to MicroG (spoofed google play services) support and like Graphene, the Pixels are the main supported devices. Not to derail the announcement, just a privacy advocate sharing another like-minded project.
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] Nate_Lines:
Thanks very much for the suggestion, it is good to have options, and great to see so many developers working on privacy/security-focused ROMS. Have you used both? And if so, what would you say are the main differences between the two?
[Google Pixel 6 Pro] 96carboard:
A quick look at what CalyxOS is... appears to be similar but not as intense as graphene. For me, microg doesn't add anything, except something to remove. No goobles needed, thank you very much.