yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[General Questions and Answers] Lusty Rugnuts:
I contacted Teracube, Sharad from Teracube replied and they may have a solution. I'll keep everyone apprised of the results.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Wisiwyg:
I've ask this question before of other phones in other forums....and didn't have a good solution.

I have a new, unrooted US TMo S22. I'd like to replace the Hosts file to block the tons of ad sites while browsing.

Without having to root the phone...

1) does anyone know of a way to replace hosts?

2) or to redirect hosts lookup by browser to a location in the open storage file system location where I can transfer my preferred hosts file?

One solution may be to replace the DNS lookup to a custom server that blocks ads... Anyone tried that?

tia
[Samsung Galaxy S22] htcones:
I use a pihole dns server on my home network, works great at reducing ads.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Wisiwyg:
Thanks! I use dual Pi-Holes on my home network and 2M line block list, yeah it works great.

I'm interested in when I'm away from home mostly. Or on 5G cellular.

I'm trying out Custom DNS entry for now, using DNS.AdGuard.com.
[Samsung Galaxy S22] DaReDeViL:
You can also try blokada or adaway which work without root as VPN. Be sure to get them from f-droid
[Samsung Galaxy S22] Tacoo:
Set up a NextDNS account. You get more control over what you filter and what you don't. Free version gives you 300k blocks a month, which should be more than enough for a single device. I put it on my entire network though, so I pay the yearly $30 fee.
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] Tux111:
Mod Edit: Content Removed at OP's Request
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] Gordon1979:
Very hardworking Tux111, meanwhile the 3 operating system, what comes from you. Thanks in advance.
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] Tux111:
Say thanks to derf elot and the other devs behind it, i'm "just" a ROM builder ;)
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] chinguang:
Thanks a lot ,i had flashed but i cann‘t restart it successfully . Then i flashed G8142_Customized CN_47.2.A.10.107-R16C in advance . but it didn't work . Could you please give me some advices. Thanks again.
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] Wandering spirit:
It helps Flash patch_DFE from Cherish OS 3.5.5 firmware, but it breaks TWRP the next time you log in, it hangs on the logo.
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] Tux111:
Try another firmware or another software. It will work. My apologize, seems like for no reason at all, on XZP doesnt boot but on XZ1 perfectly works.
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] hanlincn:
ok
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] Tux111:
Remove the link please, ROM not booting right now.
[Sony Xperia XZ Premium ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, ] shadowstep:
THREAD LOCKED

@Tux111 Please PM me when you have a working link that you wish to add to the first post and I'll unlock this thread for you. Threads without a download link are considered placeholder threads and those aren't permitted, unfortunately.

Regards,

shadowstep

Forum Moderator
[Touch HD General] nu_D:
I ran across this, not exactly sure where, but it's sick man:

http://pocketshield.netserver01.com/

It should be perfectly compatible with the HD because it does indeed have an ambient light sensor and obviously an accelerometer.

Check out the videos:

http://pocketshield.netserver01.com/demo.aspx

It's pretty damn nice.

I think it will make a great add-on to a beautiful phone, it does cost $10.90, but as far as I can tell it's well worth it.

Give it look!
[Touch HD General] dickr43:
On the Touch HD you now have to slide to pick up the phone. So I really don't see why we should use this app. It will be handy for the Diamond or Pro.
[Touch HD General] Candy-men:
But what about announcements? Fpr example SMS alert, notification alert etc.. Do you have to slide also to unlock the Device in those cases?
[Touch HD General] MHoefler:
Hi!

I'm still struggeling to find the right way to lock the phone. The ideal solution would be to:

1) Have the phone unlocked when I switch it on with the Power button (so that I can immediately use it after deliberately turning it on)

2) Have the phone automatically locked when it wakes up due to a phone call, SMS or warning, etc. (so that I don't press anything by accident when it is in my pocket).

This seems to be the only really logical way to use device lock. Obviously, PocketShield can not do that, neither can S2Us or any other locking app I've tried...

Regards!
[Touch HD General] The_Stranger:
I had it installed, but removed it quite quickly again. For some reason, it did not suit me. I did not see any use of the lightsensor and shaking it to unlock was impossible...

All it added for me was a slide to unlock, for which there are other progs. It also replaceed the default slide to anwser, without enabling it myself...

I am sticking with the default lock or the s2u prog...
[Touch HD General] Beards:
As a matter of interest, where in the manual is that documented.

I tried a search but could not find it.

Beards
[Touch HD General] Candy-men:
Try this for locking the Phone correctly.....

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=447198
[Touch HD General] pckshd:
Version 2.5

A new version 2.5 with lots of improvements is available :) http://www.pocketshield.net/phorum/read.php?1,1224
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] PurpleK:
So I downloaded pixelos and wished to revert to stock miui, i was using the miflash tool and in the first few seconds my usb disconnected. Then i could not exit fastboot no matter what I pressed. I've tried to flash miui again but am getting the error "data transfer error" and "data transfer time unknown". I could really use the help. Thank you
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] iceman0826:
This kind of crap happened to my Redmi K30 Pro as well. The only difference is that mine did not turn on anymore after I tried to restart it. Both Recovery Mode and Fastboot are unaccessible.

I think there's always a risk going from a custom rom back to miui, specially so when using fastboot.

If u can access EDL mode either via touch point or EDL Usb cable, do that and try flashing the MIUI again through Mi-Flash. Make sure you're using the same MiAccount and hope they will flag it as authorized, otherwise you'll be forced to take it to a service center and have the whole motherboard replaced.

You can also use QFIL but that's a unreliable tool and it always spouts out Sahara error messages.
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] PurpleK:
I am not familliar with EDL mode, any tutorials you know to get into that? I really appreciate it.
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] iceman0826:
Google is your bestfriend. If ur going with touch point method, know that it will void the warranty as you'll have to open it and short the pins, to invoke EDL mode.

EDL cable is advisable so try that first and follow the instructions that came with the package. It's a cable with a button.
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] PurpleK:
And once im in EDL mode, do i just have to try the miflash tool again?

Also can i try get TWRP again and try boot a rom from there, could that be possible?
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] iceman0826:
If u can access the recovery mode then try that first.

For EDL mode, yes you have to use MiFlash for this. Make sure you're using the same Mi Account that you've used when you unlocked the bootloader and do not remove the device from the Mi Account. This way, it will recognized it as authorized and it will flash successfully.
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] PurpleK:
Okay I've managed to get TWRP installed, any idea what to do from here?
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] iceman0826:
I'm sure you're knowledgeable in flashing, and knows how to use google. I'm sure u also know that accessing TWRP is a good sign and u can now access fastboot or EDL via adb from there.
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] PurpleK:
I've only flashed one custom rom so not too knowledgable, I would probably try to get a miui recovery file and transfer it to my phone and then install from twrp. I think that would work
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] PurpleK:
Also i cant decrypt my data despite entering the only pin I have ever used
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] coyttl:
Surprised that I haven't come across too much regarding this tablet. It's relatively cheap, but has a wonderful screen, with cel data and SD card support. And not a bad resolution. (Not 4K, but ALMOST 2k...) This device seems to be running a SpreadTrun / SPD system under the hood.

Having issues getting it rooted and bootloader unlocked.

First, Rooting via boot.img and Magisk -

I am able to get the boot.img file and have Magisk patch it fine. However, when I go to re-write the boot.img file, fastboot gives me the following:

C:\>fastboot flash boot_a magisk_patched-22100_2U5Ga.img
Warning: skip copying boot_a image avb footer (boot_a partition size: 0, boot_a image size: 67108864).
Sending 'boot_a' (65536 KB) OKAY [ 2.422s]
Writing 'boot_a' FAILED (remote: 'Flashing Lock Flag is locked. Please unlock it first!')
fastboot: error: Command failed

SPD's UpgradeFlash won't let me select JUST to flash the boot file - it forces everything to be flashed, which resets the device. Because of that, when I insert the patched boot.img in, it causes the tablet to bootloop.

Trying to unlock bootloader -

Reading through different methods for SPD devices, I'm running into deadends. With both ADB Debug and OEM Unlock enabled, running the following commands don't work:

C:\>fastboot flashing unlock
FAILED (remote: 'unknown cmd.')

C:\>fastboot oem unlock
FAILED (remote: 'Unlock bootloader fail.')

I thought that perhaps the method of flashing the signature (signature.pim file) was needed. However, following that attempt, the command yields:

C:\>fastboot flashing unlock signature.bin
fastboot: usage: unknown 'flashing' command unlock

(Same error is given for 'unlock_critical' and 'unlock_bootloader'.)

Anyone know of an alternate way to flash JUST the boot.img files to an SPD device?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] coyttl:
Quick bump!

One interesting thing I have noticed - every time after I run the second command ('oen unlock'), any command sent AFTER that will hang. As if the tablet's expecting something else.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Vvtaewoo12:
Any luck? I've also got this tablet, seems like unisoc have different bootloader unlock procedure, read that it needs linux with custom adb tools
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] troolie:
I actually unlocked the bootloader on mine several months ago. Details aren't fresh in my mind but I do remember a few things that may help you.

1) You absolutely need the signature file. I got mine by installing an app "spreatrum tools" on the tablet.

2) It only works with a specific version of fastboot.

3) According to my terminal history, the command to unlock could be "fastboot.exe flashing unlock_bootloader signature.bin" or the one posted by OP: "fastboot flashing unlock signature.bin". At least one of these works but I don't remember which since I used them both.

Pretty sure I got both the working version of fastboot (windows version, not linux) and the app here on the forum. Whoever posted those files originally deserves the credits but, again, I don't remember who or where so... Luckily I still have both files on my NAS so I'm attaching them.

Anyway, there, have fun.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Vvtaewoo12:
So this can also work, nice!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Vvtaewoo12:
Thanks so much, already unlocked my BL (through modified adb via Linux) but can't proceed to root it, have you rooted yours?
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] troolie:
Nope. My plan was to unlock in order to install a custom recovery as I thought there's a good chance the one for iplay40 might work. Turns out I ended up with a brick so I went back to stock.

My immediate concern was to get rid of system apps but adb shell works well enough for that so...

Actually, I'm more interested in running generic GSI if at all possible, considering alldocube is unlikely to ever update the stock rom.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] coyttl:
Sorry for the silence guys, had a death in the family that took me away from playing with this tablet for a while.

Glad you both got it - I actually was able to get in touch with someone AT AlldoCube, and they replied saying that the bootloader IS UNLOCKED in the same fashion that the iPlay40 is. (Which isn't too much of a surprise - the back cover of my kPad actually has the iPlay 40 model number on it. Heh.) I followed the instructions in the iPlay 40 thread exactly (including the one command that's run that the output seems to not be used), and it worked.

Like you both, though, I haven't been able to root - Because of the family issues, I haven't tried in a while, but I remember getting as far as trying to flash a modified Magisk boot.img - at which point, the tablet goes into bootloop. I blieve that we need a signed vbmeta file, though I have no idea yet how to generate/flash that.

I have NOT tried the iPlay40 rooting instructions in one post, and I'm admittedly not even sure that I'm using the Spedtrum flashing applications correctly.
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Taoismixi:
Help me unlock bootloader ipay 40

U have trailer video URL/?? 😱😭😭😭
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] Taoismixi:
U use Ubuntu linux but do not!!
[Upgrading, Modifying and Unlocking] coyttl:
Wrong thread. This is not about the iPlay 40.
[Motorola Razr 5G Questions & Answers] Danz17:
Hello everyone,

I bricked my beloved razr 5g, now it is dead weight on qualcom 9800 driver,

I tried many cabeles and ports with blank flash (older versions) but didnt work, programmer file mismatch or no response.

anyone can point me or help share how to fix it, it will be highly appreciated

Thank you
[Motorola Razr 5G Questions & Answers] Danz17:
The issue I can't get it to Fastboot, it is dead fully on edl Qualcomm,

The rescue application can't detect .

I tried all USB cables at the house with multiple PC, still not working at all
[Motorola Razr 5G Questions & Answers] Surgemanxx:
Here you go Danz17.Hope this helps!

{Mod edit: Link to paid services website removed. Oswald Boelcke, Senior Moderator}
[Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra] mcmannion:
I have a DeX station with an HDMI out port. The HDMI port supports video + audio.

The DeX station has been connected to a DVI KVM switch for years via a passive HDMI-to-DVI adapter. DVI only supports video, so the audio would continue to sound from the phone speakers when it was docked. This worked well, and was what I wanted.

I just replaced the DVI KVM with an HDMI KVM. Now, the DeX station's audio gets sent to the KVM. The problem is that the KVM only plays the audio for the currently-selected device. So, if the phone is in the DeX station and the KVM is set to use one of my computers, I don't hear any audio - most importantly, notifications - from the phone.

In the S22 Ultra, I can use the Media output button in the notification area to switch the audio from the HDMI port back to the phone speakers. But I need to do this every time I dock the phone, which is dozens of times per day.

I'd like to permanently disable HDMI audio out for this phone, but I don't seem to have that option. For context, I was able to configure the routing with an earlier Samsung phone/dock combination, but I can't remember whether it was with this DeX station or the pre-DeX Smart Dock. Anyway, I'm hoping that there's some setting I can toggle once so that I don't have to manually choose the correct audio output device all day, every day.

My question is:

Is there an Android / S22 Ultra configuration setting where I can permanently disable HDMI audio out (generally, or at least for this one DeX station)?

Thanks in advance.
[Sable] rc1961:
I have a SE bluetooth headset .Although the device was paired with my phone ,it cannot use for handsfree but stereo headset is ok. Is there any solution?
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] FernBch:
Hello Everyone,

Let me start out by saying if this is the wrong forum please feel free to relocate this post.

I have a general question about fixing a broken Android App. SkyWatcher USA makes an app for Android for the Astronomy buffs. Many of the telescope manufacturers use a controller called SynScan that allows "Go-To" operation of the telescope mount. Many also have either built-in WiFi or sell an adapter that allows you to "tether" your scope to your Android device. This allows many 3rd party planetarium apps to control the scope's computerized mount. SkyWatcher's app is called SynScan Pro.

One of the app's features is getting GPS location data from the device. Since the introduction of Android 12 that feature is broken. I was thinking I've been waiting for months for an update that will restore the ability to use the location sensor in my device but it isn't available yet. Currently if you enable use of the location sensor the app crashes.

My question is how does one with little app building experience find good info on how to fix this broken function and bring the app up to Android 12.

Thanks
[Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Oswald Boelcke:
@FernBch

It's indeed the wrong forum. Therefore I suggest prior to your next posting to please read the guidances that are stuck on top of every forum like

[ATTN] : Read before posting - Any questions posted here will be MOVED or CLOSED

Please read the below before posting. Any questions not development related will be moved or closed. Forum Searching | Posting | The Basics: (Make sure you've read them before starting a new thread) Forum Rules Forum Search Google Forum...

xdaforums.com

and the others. I've moved the thread to Android Q&A as it didn't qualify for development.

Thanks for your cooperation.

Regards

Oswald Boelcke

Senior Moderator
[General Questions and Answers] Flapjack:
A few weeks ago, my hidden Magisk Manager (hidden as "Settings") stopped working. When I try and launch the generic Settings app it sets up, I get the normal FC menu ("Settings keeps stopping") error. I also get it when I open up any app that I previously allowed root access to, but obviously I cannot add new apps superuser access. I also get the FC every time I reboot the phone.

I haven't updated my OnePlus 9 Pro since the ColorOS 12 update came out, as 1) was not a fan, and 2) everything I read said I'd need to wipe the phone to get root back. Needless to say, it's been a while. My phone is currently on the 11.2.10.10.LE15AA version.

This just started happening one day, but I have no idea why. I am not sure what version of Magisk I am on, because I can't open the app. I also tried downloading the latest and installing the APK, but when I launch it, it's says things need to be "fixed" and to reboot. I then get the choice the normal Magisk installer brings up. I tried doing a direct install, but it failed. I also tried to restore the boot image, but it said the backup wasn't found (never seen that either, as I restore images every time I do an OTA).

Not sure what to do at this point. I'm at a complete loss. I would appreciate any help you guys can provide!
[General Questions and Answers] xXx yYy:
Do a LOGCAT to get the very reason why Magisk is not working.
[General Questions and Answers] Flapjack:
I tried to get it as quickly as possible to minimize clutter, but it's still pretty long. I believe I've found where in the log the FC I captured (by looking for "zygote", but not sure what to make of it. It sounds like a file or something is missing.

View attachment 5578113
[General Questions and Answers] Flapjack:
Doesn't seem like the logcat file got attached.

Oh well, here's a link:

FilePost

filepost.io
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] Morpheuspt:
I'm getting a "unable to mount storage, Devices on super may not mount until rebooting recovery." message. I've tried multiple recoveries.

It doesn't go away with a recovery reboot. It also won't go away after flashing any stock rom with miflash.

What can i do to fix this? I've tried repairing the partition and changing from ext4 to ext2 and then ext4 again, doesn't do anything.
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] bennycop:
Use this recovery

Xiaomi Redmi K40/Poco F3/Mi 11X (alioth) - Pixel Experience

Xiaomi Redmi K40/Poco F3/Mi 11X (alioth) - Pixel Experience

download.pixelexperience.org
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] bennycop:
After you enter the recovery use sideload to install a custom rom
[Xiaomi Poco F3 / Xiaomi Mi 11X / Redmi K40] hofi01:
or you use the last of this recovery A11 or A12

Works perfect for A12

skkk/TWRP • AKR DL

dl.akr-developers.com
[Google Pixel 6] nutzfreelance:
there are a few ways to record calls with the pixel 6, some work and some only work with exact settings. what are you using and what setting do you use? please put what system update you are on also please.
[Google Pixel 6] bush911:
1. call recorder- SKVALEX, paid App. works very well on pixel 6. Recording files can be encrypted or uploaded to the cloud.

2. workaround to use google dialer to record. also works well for me here in China.

https://github.com/jacopotediosi/GoogleDialerMod
[Google Pixel 6] 96carboard:
Axet call recorder, use the magisk module and do NOT accept the update.

GrapheneOS is implementing call recording based on LOS call recording, but with additional setting for automatic recording: https://github.com/GrapheneOS/platform_packages_apps_Dialer/pull/11
[Google Pixel 6] nutzfreelance:
do you know the Versions you are using?
[Google Pixel 6] 96carboard:
Use the one the module comes with. Newer is broken.
[Google Pixel 6] nutzfreelance:
so version 1. 713 from magisk module not 1.84 from frdoid . got it

volce line recording and very loud and clear recordings.
[Google Pixel 6] lackalil:
Thanks for that. I've been using the mod that enables the built-in Google Phone app recording but you have to click it manually on each call. Also doesn't seem to save a recording unless you press "stop recording" before ending the call. Could just be my settings. It's this one: https://xdaforums.com/t/mod-root-googledialermod.4330055/. Has a ton of other settings that I haven't looked into as well. The Axet 1.713 (called v1.0.1 on the Github page) works perfectly and sounds a little clearer with the .mp3 and CD quality suggestion.
[Google Pixel 6] baldybill:
I use Cube ACR on an older phone, does it work on Pixel 6?
[Google Pixel 6] Galaxea:
It does but I am struggling to find the settings to best hear the caller.

The ones I have tried all seem very soft. Would be interested to hear if someone has any suggestions on this.
[Google Pixel 6] nutzfreelance:
Axet call recorder, which was working great seems to randomly just start recording silence.

anyone have a fix? i know to not use the latest update app from fdroid and use the magisk module.
[Google Pixel 6] 96carboard:
Use BCR: https://github.com/chenxiaolong/BCR

If you look under "releases", the zip file it provides is a MAGISK MODULE.

This program is way simpler, and way more reliable than axet, which is pretty much perpetually broken these days.
[Google Pixel 6] Galaxea:
Excellent find!
[Google Pixel 6] liggerz87:
I use same on pixel 6 pro
[Google Pixel 6] fmirizzi:
Dear friend have you any suggestions for a app that works on pixel 6 with Android 13 no root? On stock dialer i don't have options for record a call. Thank you very much.
[Google Pixel 6] techie_vintage:
Hello!

Does Call Recorder by SKVALEX works on non rooted Pixel 6 also?
[Google Pixel 6] fmirizzi:
Dear friend on no no routed Pixel 6 it doesn't work... :(

Anyone have any suggestions?

Thanks
[Google Pixel 6] squidbutt:
BCR is a magisk module I use on rooted android 13 b3. Works perfect. Auto records all calls
[Google Pixel 6] techie_vintage:
Does it work even with bluetooth?
[Google Pixel 6] squidbutt:
I'm not sure. The only Bluetooth device is my watch. I can try and talk on that and find out. But I imagine you're talking about headphones
[Google Pixel 6] techie_vintage:
Yes, I am talking about the headphones.