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[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
I had liked the idea of that vs another app. I'll give it a try.

Doesn't seem to be too many concerns of privacy. Would likely increase battery life. Does it slow data transmission at all?
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] blackhawk:
That's what I use, works like a charm. I use a VPN based firewall on top of that.

On a stock Android there's no way to clone the disk. However you do have an SD card slot to use as a data drive. Get a .5-1 tb V-30 rated Sandisk Extreme card. All critical data goes on that then simply back it up. Only apps, the DCIM and download folders go on internal memory.

The DCIM folder can be backed up to the data drive just don't use dcim in that folder's name.

I back up the data drive regularly to at least 2 more drives that are physically and electronically isolated from each other and the PC.

I use AppExport to make installable copies of all my apps (Android 11 and higher may screw that up). All my contacts and any apps that allow for backup are on my data drive as well. I can do a full reload with no internet connection and no critical data lose. I use ColorNote to store bookmarks and more; it auto backups to the data drive.

That's the system I use on my stock N10+'s which are running on Android 9 and 10. I detest the stock look of the newer versions of Android. So I avoid using them as well as the newer Samsung's. No issues, just clean running dual drive Beasts.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] randomizer654:
i don't think so. not sure tho

Sent from Pixel 7 using ReLabs
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
I still find it amazing that there's no stock option to backup android exactly as the user sees and uses it. Does the average individual not customize their device. Even stock, locked, and unrooted it takes me a few days to get things looking the way I want.

Without backup if I ever have to reset I have to do it all over again. Then there's old apps I still love that I have to track down apk for or use apk extractor on another device. So annoying.

Honestly though the notification LED is the most frustrating thing to me. I used it for every important app or system function. It honestly makes me want to flash a custom rom on my xz1 compact.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] blackhawk:
The stock homepage setup is very disconcerting for me to try and navigate. I use virtual buttons not the lame Google swipe. Samsung has SmartSwitch that can be used to store settings but should never be used to transfer critical data as it can fail miserably. Don't know if Sony has a similar app.

I hear you. Organizing your critical data helps.

By using the techniques I described my N10+ is usable in about 2 hours. Some more fine tuning over the next few days then.

It's not all bad as you purged any corrupted app data that may cause issues or bad hidden settings values.

If you don't upgrade or update the firmware Android loads can last years. My N10+'s last factory reset was over 3.5 years ago! Still running strong.

I can't comment on Sony's UI as I never used it. Samsung's One UI is slick but after the N10+ Samsung's flagship hardware started going to hell. My biggest fear with Sony is its UI but the hardware looks solid. I would first try working within the stock UI and launcher rather than going betaware nuts. Modify the stock system with solid 3rd party apps for work arounds as needed. Depending on Sony's firmware this may or may not work for you.

This is what my stock N10+'s (Pie) homepage looks like, modify with mostly Samsung Galaxy apps and icon/theme packs, all free. It took some time. I also package block about 70 apps, it's optimized.

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I'm not liking Android 11,12 and up. I'm running Android 9&10 on my stock N10+'s. Rather then invest time in newer hardware/firmware I run these older dependable work horses and firmware that continue to fullfill their mission.

Here's what some others think of Sony/Samsung. My thought is the stock Sony isn't nearly as customizable as Samsung. I'm not happy with the overall picture for this whole current mess. It's going to take you a lot of time and effort to sort it out. At least you expandable storage and a good cam in a flagship, something Samsung can no longer give you now.

Sit back, start searching and reading then devise a plan.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
To be honest I really like the look of some Samsung devices I've seen lately. 5 IV corners are too round for my taste. I want flat sides, maybe some slight contouring for hand comfort.

Does Samsung have any smaller squared off phones or just the note? I really like the look but it's too big. And in all honesty I swore off anything Samsung years ago after some really bad TVs and phones that damage too easily. Great marketing, poor quality control in my experience. Nothing takes a beating like a Sony.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] blackhawk:
The Note 10 but not recommended. It's not as fast or powerful and no expandable storage.

In a Zizo Bolt case which offers good protection for the N10+ doesn't add much bulk but it's a 2 handed device. The other issue is if it's loaded with Android 11 or 12 and the limitations they impose. The 5G variant isn't recommended as it's 1st generation. Androud 9 or 10 are the preferred versions as is the Snapdragon variant. Optimized using a package disabler or adb edits they run very well stock. Some run 11 and 12 and seem happy, lol I'm not that guy.

The only other Samsung flagship I'd consider is the N20U. It has issues... ie the hump back and a heavier, thicker profile. More display issues and less SOT than the N10+. The N10+ has the best display/bezel ratio of all the Samsung candy bar format phones. In spite of its 60hz refresh rate its display is gorgeous and long lived. It's curved display house Clipboard Edge and One Handed Operation plus; it's not wasted space. The N10+ will out preform the new Samsung midrange phones so they aren't a viable option. Samsung should have had expandable storage in the S24U but they dropped the ball again. It's pretty much a rehashed upgraded S23U. *groan*

If I was forced to upgrade I be in your situation and not happy. Play around with the Sony and see if you can beat it into shape. It's always this way at first no matter which manufacturer it is.

The Sony should also have good bluetooth sound with its LDAC support and plenty of storage space for high resolution music file types.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
Don't get me wrong, the 5 IV seems great hardware wise and it's way more than I need. To be honest I would have gone with an Xperia 10 until I realized that they are not really any smaller than the 5, the camera is not as good, and the 10 doesn't support nearly as many cellular bands, which could be an issue given my provider and lifestyle.

This is a really nicely designed handset and I'm learning to love it. The software and lack of control over the hardware is what's getting to me. Not having control of the LED is upsetting me enough to consider returning it and not being able to set to vibrate only when in vibrate mode is incredibly silly to me.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] blackhawk:
Yes well... my primary N10+ completely died on me last night. So on my newer N10+ and even though it's similar it's running on Android 10 not 9. It's already mostly set up but even with the SD card database it's kicking my assets.

A completely new device and with a new Android version be far worse. Going to a new manufacturer further compounds the "fun".

Meh... not fun, piece by piece.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
I truly believe that making android your own is fun. It's why I'd never go apple. Well that and several other concerns. But it does take time to get things working the way I like.

I just wish I could save a backup image and literally flash it to a new device should I lose my phone or manage to destroy it. To be honest I've never done it, but these sony's are built really well.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
I have found a quasi solution for the notification LED in aodNotify. It's super light on standard features and customization, but it works. Not thrilled about the display being "on" and the battery drain nor the prospect of burn in. I'm hoping that it sees more development in the future since it appears no one cares about the notification led anymore and all development there will likely cease.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] mrbonine:
Does your process, very impressive, result in a Root or quasi-root status for the phone? I'm asking because I have an "unrootable" version with a locked boot loader. I may be able to return mine, but a workaround would be a better option.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] blackhawk:
I can't directly edit system files. It's nothing like rooting as all the safeguards are still in place.

It's simply a saner way to manage a stock Android with a few work around tricks. Having expandable storage gives you the ability to have a dual drive device and the data protection/redundancy that comes with it if managed properly.

The Snapdragon variants are notoriously hard to root nonetheless they are very capable devices once optimized. You simple work with what you have. As long as it fulfills its mission is all that matters to some extent. The biggest downside not having root permissions* is OS and app settings backup or lack of. However this isn't critical data so it just means more setup time if you crash the OS which is very rare. It takes my about a day to do after a factory reset with a few loose ends to clean up in the following days.

*Of course you need how to use them first! If rooted you have more and better diagnostic tools available as well. The potential for system damage is exponentially higher if rooted though. Stock Androids are very hard to crash/burn, they are also fairly secure (Pie or higher) as well even when outdated without much trouble or effort.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] mrbonine:
Thank you for that, but are you referring to an alternately unlocked bootloader or making a case for an unrootable device? I've rooted Samsung phones iii, 4, 5, 8, 9 10e, 20. Plus 3 tablets working on a fourth. I had to to switch to Exynos in that phone sequence. For me, it's a requirement. OiC your method is another variant, I'm slow.

Since I root, I do pay attention to any app that wants permission to install other programs (which prevents any non-play store app from installing a new version, automatically), any any app that wants to act as administrator, except "find my device/phone". I also disable the ability to "change system settings" from any app except a couple of Google apps, and allow those only because I speculate that permission might be needed in sone install situations. Whenever I freeze an app I use SD Maid and run their auto clean processes every night. There's a gen 2 version in beta I haven't tried. I trust the developer since he delivers great products and never "disappears" worse, suggests users are stupid or that no other user would want that feature or fix nor does he auto respond to reviews with pat BS.

I think I read about your process on another XDA board, maybe. I may sound like I know whwt I'm doing, but I suspect management may surprise me with the first annual "Dumb User" award, no ohe that reads my posts wouid be surprised :-). I appreciate you feedback and creativity, but a few others thst are using your method would help, I'd like to hear more since it's novel and below my depth, which is surface scratching at best.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] blackhawk:
You're welcome. I don't like Knox mostly because of it's parasitic drain for security apps I never use. The biggest downside to a locked bootloader is you can't rollback most upgrades. That limits the supply of usable used devices.

I've gotten to be very irritated at Samsung's bs. There's nothing new they have that I want.

The Snapdragon version of the N10+ has a efficient SOC heatpipe that the Exynos variant doesn't and is faster. I know the Snap variant can run fast and get excellent SOT if optimized. I've took the time to sort it out so the second one I set up was easy. Rooting for me be a huge learning curve, again and potentially could brick the device. I consider these devices too valuable to risk bricking.

Sd Maid Pro is a great app. Even on stock setups it is a superior cleaner.

Lol, I use the burned/learn method of learning🤣 Really you need to think it through and develop a plan. First you need to ID all your critical data, then organize it as folders, then insure its backed up regularly and redundantly.

You need everything it takes to do a full reload as well without internet.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] OsoAlgo:
Did you keep the phone? I used to use the Light Manager app to customize LED behavior, not sure if it still works.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
Light Manager definitely doesn't work with this device (at least not without root). Lack of LED control is still my biggest issue.

The other major complaint is the poor battery life, which is likely attributed to using AOD Notify in place of LED control and the display size which sadly is not compact enough for my liking.

I'm still very angry as I bought this phone specifically because it still had a notification LED but is in fact not able to be controlled. I still think the LED notification was the single greatest android feature.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] OsoAlgo:
Bummer, I also feel like AOD is still a considerable battery drain regardless of how optimized the screens become, which is why I also would like an LED.
[Sony Xperia 5 IV] POMF2K:
AOD has honestly been extremely disappointing. No further development has been made and it lacks all but the most basic features.

I really don't understand why manufacturers aren't required by android to include a RGB led and why user customized control of it isn't baked right into all android releases.
[Palm Treo 750] mohaninusa2003:
I had to hard reset my palm, as it was stuck at windows screen. It had WM6.

Now it does not go beyond bootloader screen.

Tried, the following

1. Palm recovery tool, connection gets lost

2. Tried ROM flashing with the WM6 ROM (CHEEIMG.nbh) with 2GB Mini SD card with FAT 32 formatting, does not progress, it gets stuck no progress even after one hour.

Not sure what to do next, any help is greatly appreciated.
[Palm Treo 750] hammod2k:
Hi mohaninusa2003, looks like your waiting for a reply since a while. Here you will find all the answers connected to your issue. Probably you did already but just incase have the link

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=366771
[Palm Treo 750] mohaninusa2003:
Thanks hammod2k, I have tried all the suggestions on the thread. Still when flashing the original rom, it does not go beyond Bootloader -ok hans at GSM, left overnight for flashing, still not working.

Tried Mtty, set 14 0/ task 28 55aa /

Tried to flash Hard SPL, bit it is not successful, I am getting an error "Image file is corrupted".

I will keep searching threads and reading..in the meantime.
[Palm Treo 750] fguimet:
recovery tool

my friend where i can find the recovery tool? i been looking for it but nothing even on the palm suuport page? thanks in advance

regards from lima
[Palm Treo 750] giofirefox:
stuck on boot loader

hey mohaninusa2003..

I exactly have the same problem bro..it hangs up on gsm...i tried removing my card and hard resetting it but it just brings me to a tricolored screen red green and blue with the word serial at the bottom...tried soft reset but still the same thing..hope someone could help us on this :(
[Palm Treo 750] mohaninusa2003:
Hey fguimet,

Please follow the link and look at post 9 for the file,use the Desptop update method file and extract using winrar to get th file you are looking for. hope it helps,

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=1714416
[Palm Treo 750] MARINESROCK03:
Sorry to bother but i have a few questions...i have a 750 treo and none of the support on this website is helping...i am trying to flash my palm 750 but its says the file is corrupted..what do i do about that? Progress only reaches 7% ive used cheetah and kaiser unlockers and i was also wondering if it can be flashed just using the computer and usb in booter mode since it wont go past the palm splash screen...i can access my treo using mtty but doing task 2a doesnt do anything either... I think that maybe my phone is screwed up. I appreciate any help you can offer.
[Palm Treo 750] on89:
I have almost the same problem with my Palm 750 that I believe locked to Rogers.

1. It hangs on GSM if I use SD card ROM file CHEEIMG.nbh . I have tried many different CHEEIMG.nbh files (ATT, Cingular, ROW…)

2. Running CheetahUnlocker will crush at 7%, and my Palm 750 will reboot and freeze at MS Mobile screen.
[Palm Treo 750] doctorapolo:
I have the same problem, and I think we have to change the IPL and after run cheatunlock.

How can we do it?
[Palm Treo 750] swarford:
on my treo I have hard-spl'd but still i cant manage to flash a rom

My Bootloader screen results:

CHEE100

IPL - 0.20

CHEE100

SPL - 1.40.0liNex

______________________

it starts, gets to about 4-7% and then it says:

|00018003

|CHEEIMG.nbh - FAIL

|

|OS - Fail

|

|

|

|Update Terminate

|UPDATE FAIL

i have no idea what i am doing wrong

it all started when i tried to flash a wm 6.5 os and it didnt work... i was just randomly stuck on the bootloader screen

Swarford
[General Questions and Answers] Svengt:
Ignorance is not bliss. Noob error, figured it out. sory for taking bandwidth
[General Questions and Answers] Oswald Boelcke:
Thread closed!
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Questions & Answers] jampce:
Hi, I don't know if this has already been addressed. But I noticed that when I set always on to automatic brightness, after connecting the charger, not only the charging info lights up on the display, but also the white frame around the entire display. This is not the case with manual brightness settings. Can it be solved somehow?
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Questions & Answers] dzid_:
I dont get the frame around, but I also noticed that OOD autobrigtness doesnt aleays dim the display at night. Waking up the display (double tap) temporarily fixes it.
[Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra Questions & Answers] jampce:
I write using Google translator. Frame is probably the wrong word. I mean after connecting the charger the edge of the display lights up after a few seconds, just like the edge lightning notification, only without the animation and just glows white and stays on the whole time. When the brightness is set to manual, this problem does not exist
[OnePlus Open] paine_one:
I've downloaded a game for my opo, one first start opo asked me to enable full screen mode, I clicked yes...

But as you can see, on open device, the game is not fully shown.

In settings - display- fullscreen

There is no game in it to disable...

How can I disable the full screen so the app shows right?

I've more games installed that asked for full screen, all I clicked yes but nothing is in settings...
[OnePlus Open] thesm4rt1:
Settings > Main Screen > Display Size
[OnePlus Open] xTremePower:
also, a game need to be able to use this size, it's not always phone related problem.

It's just a tip, because i don't know this game
[Google Pixel 8] neo_lithic3K:
I'm currently running Pixel 8, crdroid v10.1 and running into charging issues with ACC v2023.10.16 (advanced charging controller by VR-25). Charging would stop and start repeatedly. Also had similar issues when I was running Android 14 stock.

I'm charging with the standard wired USB charging adapter that I got from an older Pixel phone, plugged into the AC outlet.

Normally, I run the command: acc 80 68 (charge at 68% and stop at 80%) and everything would work just fine. But lately, eg at battery 40%, it would start charging and then stop after 10 seconds or so and then repeat the start/stop cycle again.​

​

I suspect that it's due to heat, so I installed AccA (also tried ACC settings with ACC v2022.xx.xx) and increased the temperature limits to 40 celsius (also tried 45 celsius). I also played around with the temperature controls, charging power controls (limiting current to 3200 mA), etc. I also turned off Android's Adaptive Charing. Raising the temperature limit seemed to have worked, but the phone would also get hotter than usual.​

It's currently using the [charger/charge_stop_level 100 5] charging switch (I think automatically set). I also ran the charging switch test (acc -t) but unsure how to use the results. The issue happens most of the time, but sometimes charging would be fine (it would charge to 80% nicely and then stop). I think when I use the phone, there's a greater change for the charging stop/start to occur.

Could anyone help point me in the right direction?

I'm not very familiar with the advanced features of ACC. I looked through the manual but didn't find anything that solved the issue. I also don't need superfast charging; just the standard fast charging that comes with stock is fine. Thanks!​
[Google Pixel 8] dcarvil:
What is the wattage rating for your charger? The charger Google sells for the P8 is 30 watts. The chargers that came with the Pixel 2XL and Pixel 3 were 18 watts. If your charger is from an older phone it may be less than 18W.

I doubt an under powered charger would cause your symptoms, though. It should just charge slower than the 30 watt charger.
[Google Pixel 8] neo_lithic3K:
One of my chargers is 15W. The other one appears to be 18W; it reads: 5V=3A/9V=2A, so I assume 18W. Both have the same issue.
[Google Pixel 8] dcarvil:
Yes, the 9V-2A charger is 18W. My 18W charger works fine on a Pixel7a, but I have not tried it with less than a 50% initial charge. I doubt the charger is your issue.
[Google Pixel 8] dcarvil:
You'll probably get more help in the ACC thread at https://xdaforums.com/t/advanced-charging-controller-acc.3668427/ than you will in this thread.
[Google Pixel 8] neo_lithic3K:
Thanks for the info. I wanted to check if anyone else had the same issue specifically on their Pixel 8 since I've never had issues with ACC in the past. In the past, I just did 'acc 80 68' and everything was fine.

I'm trying out a suggestion from another Pixel 8 thread and it seems to be working. That person used charging switch: current_max 1100000 10000. Too early to be sure, but my phone seems to charge fine now. Good thing is that the phone still says 'charging rapidly.'
[Android TV General] smewhteguy:
Can someone smarter than me please explain why it's so tough to remote in to a Nvidia shield, onn box, fire stick etc. Is it the touch screen aspect? Will rooting my device allow for remote desktop? If rooting will make this possible what remote software do you suggest? Tia
[Android TV General] smewhteguy:
You can control the device? Or just view?
[Android Head-Units] swany99:
Hi All,

New to updating car unit which i will be able to do without much issues but i require to know if there is any update on the subject version or where i can download it?

The unit crashed and i lost ZLink, other apps but more importantly i lost the 'carplay' option on factory setting features and i only have one theme now too :(

Any assistance appreciated
[Android Head-Units] marchnz:
Take time to read forums, get a feel to how to ask questions that get answers - or find answers - and have fun.

Post Screenshots of Android System information including MCU version
[Samsung Galaxy J2 Questions & Answers] M.Coder:
Hello

My Phone Just restarted and restarted.I read on the internet and found this page samsung-phone-keeps-restarting.

and I am trying to use System Fix mode in the DrodKit app.

After Do instruction on that above page ..

Now it doesn't turn on at all... it doesn't charge at all, that is, the charging display doesn't show when I plug in the cable, nothing else happens at all.

More Info:

Attach Pictures is the last picture that I have from DrodKit when showed a successful fix.

Picture: a Success message with Shell.exe crash.. I don't know what was... to be honest.

View attachment 6060266

Picture : and its another pic

View attachment 6060268

I really appreciate someone's help...the phone won't turn on..I was trying to fix it..now it won't turn on at all...I'm really confused
[Samsung Galaxy J2 Questions & Answers] M.Coder:
Can some one help me ?