yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
This is the code we used on the Droid to get the market update working back in the day when everything else would download/update fine except for Google Maps... I haven't tested on my GT yet but feel free to try:

adb root

adb shell rm /data/app/Maps.apk

adb pull /data/system/packages.xml packages.xml

Now open packages.xml with notepad and remove this section of code & save:

<shared-user name="com.google.android.apps.maps" userId="10028">

<sigs count="1">

<cert index="13" />

</sigs>

<perms>

<item name="com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHORTCUT" />

<item name="android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS" />

<item name="android.permission.GET_TASKS" />

<item name="android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION" />

<item name="android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS" />

<item name="android.permission.READ_CONTACTS" />

<item name="android.permission.CALL_PHONE" />

<item name="com.google.android.apps.maps.permission.PUSH_MESSAGE" />

<item name="android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS" />

<item name="com.google.android.googleapps.permission.GOOGLE_AUTH" />

<item name="com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES" />

<item name="android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD" />

<item name="android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE" />

<item name="com.google.android.googleapps.permission.GOOGLE_AUTH.local" />

<item name="android.permission.INTERNET" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION" />

<item name="android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS" />

<item name="android.permission.VIBRATE" />

<item name="android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE" />

<item name="android.permission.WAKE_LOCK" />

</perms>

</shared-user>

adb push packages.xml /data/system/packages.xml

adb reboot

If you try this, please report back as to whether you had any success updating Google Maps please!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] svillar13:
accidentaly deleted system folder

So I'm a total noob at this but i'm trying to learn but I really screwed my tablet I kind of deleted my system folder trying to get the marketplace up and running what can I do to get it back can someone make a copy of their system folder and put it up here so I can get past my boot screen? Thanks
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
I would use this order:

1.) Market Fix (the code from the Wiki not the Update.zip)

2.) Augen Calibration Update

3.) Clockwork Recovery

4.) Market Fix (Update.zip)

5.) Root (Superuser.apk & Su)

6.) SetCPU and setcpu.txt

7.) Memory manager (I use AutoKiller)

8.) Enjoy
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
Thanks for the info..

but Just to be sure...

1) www-wiki/Market+Fix

2) augen calibration on their site

3) www-wiki/Custom+Recovery

4) ??? I couldn't seem to find this one

5) www-wiki/How+To+Root

6) www-wiki/Setup+SetCPU

7) www-wiki/Setup+Auto+Memory+Manager or Auto Killer

Is this correct?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
Yep, and you can find your #4 here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=7547399&postcount=452

The Market Fix in #1 is the 1st half but doesn't stay between reboots... the Market Fix in #4 is what lets the Market STAY FIXED across reboots but BOTH are required!

Also, I use AutoKiller because it's free AND it simply changes the settings of the NATIVE Android memory manager so you don't have any additional program running in the background sucking up memory!

I've done 3 GT78's in this manner all without issue, so if you have any questions give me a holla (I usually check this thread a few times a day)....
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] ktfoley:
On #1 (MF), do you mean run the COMPLETE MF (all steps)? Or quit MF steps as of step 17 if success and run update.zip in instead of steps 29+?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
I've hit a snag. I did all the steps for the Market Fix, no issues. but after completing step 28, i rebooted, and now my touchscreen doesn't work. How can i correct this?

UPDATE... a reset fixed it
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] angus1357:
Anybody know how to update Google maps to the latest (4.4) ? It doesnt show up in the market and the standalone apk wont install

edit

This worked for updating maps

This is the code we used on the Droid to get the market update working back in the day when everything else would download/update fine except for Google Maps... I haven't tested on my GT yet but feel free to try:

adb root

adb shell rm /data/app/Maps.apk

adb pull /data/system/packages.xml packages.xml

Now open packages.xml with notepad and remove this section of code & save:

<shared-user name="com.google.android.apps.maps" userId="10028">

<sigs count="1">

<cert index="13" />

</sigs>

<perms>

<item name="com.android.launcher.permission.INSTALL_SHOR TCUT" />

<item name="android.permission.USE_CREDENTIALS" />

<item name="android.permission.GET_TASKS" />

<item name="android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION" />

<item name="android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS" />

<item name="android.permission.READ_CONTACTS" />

<item name="android.permission.CALL_PHONE" />

<item name="com.google.android.apps.maps.permission.PUSH _MESSAGE" />

<item name="android.permission.WRITE_CONTACTS" />

<item name="com.google.android.googleapps.permission.GOO GLE_AUTH" />

<item name="com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission. READ_GSERVICES" />

<item name="android.permission.DISABLE_KEYGUARD" />

<item name="android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE" />

<item name="com.google.android.googleapps.permission.GOO GLE_AUTH.local" />

<item name="android.permission.INTERNET" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION" />

<item name="android.permission.MANAGE_ACCOUNTS" />

<item name="android.permission.VIBRATE" />

<item name="android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO" />

<item name="android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE" />

<item name="android.permission.WAKE_LOCK" />

</perms>

</shared-user>

adb push packages.xml /data/system/packages.xml

adb reboot

If you try this, please report back as to whether you had any success updating Google Maps please!

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[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] R-james:
Shrug. Just go to Walmart and get one of those cheap 100 watt DC-TO-AC Inverters that plugs into your trucks lighter jack and plug the GT's AC adapter into that.

Thing to remember is that if you're going to plug an inverter into a lighter jack is to stay under 100 watts (Yeah there are 200 watt ones that plug into a lighter jack, but a lot of people I know who work on cars say the 200 watt ones risk damaging the wiring to lighter jack, and you really need to connect them directly to the battery like you do the 400 watt and higher ones.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
Glad I could lend some assistance to the thread in helping to get Maps to work! I'm sure I'll be doing these on our GT78's very soon as well!

P.S. - Just in case you're wondering, this is a one shot deal so if another Maps update comes out, you have to do this over again, FYI :-)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] R-james:
Why does it sound like you're trolling here?

Could be the fact that you don't know where you bought your GT's from?

Bob: So no updates today, right? and you can't predict when Google Marketplace will be available. Right? SO I only have 30 days to return to Walmart..will Augen support a return after that for a refund if Augen never gets the Google Marketplace working?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] cpg716:
Why would Augen offer a refund because of no Google Marketplace? Read over your box and instructions. It says an App Market with HUNDREDS of APPS. That is NOT the Google Market which as 70,000 Apps. The package itself does not offer you access to the Market, or Google Maps or GMAIL. So there is no reason for Augen to REFUND anything if your device works properly.

CPG
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] wa3yri:
really?

James,

Sorry if you woke up on the wrong side of the bed or something.I wasn't trying to be inflammatory, extraneous, or off-topic, just wanted to relay some info I found. I purchased my GT from k-mart, just made a mistake in my chat..man if I had known you'd flame me for it, I wouldn't have bothered posting. So do you have anything worthwhile to add?

-bob
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] wa3yri:
Huh?

CPG,

Maybe you're being facetious here,but in case you're serious, my GT came with Google Market Place, Google Maps, and GMAIL APKs all pre-installed...so why wouldn't I expect access to the Google Market? How can I update the aps? and why did they pre-install Market Place if not to access the google market place? Maybe not a return to Augen issue, but appears to be silly to me.

-Bob
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] angus1357:
Something just came across my mind, this says its capable of 720p....then why is the screen resolution so small? Also has anybody put an HDMI connector on this badboy yet?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
I did all the steps, in the order you gave, but it seems that the market won't download apps, but it was working previously. Any ideas?

UPDATE: It decided to work after i cancelled and tried again a few times..sorry.

Thanks for the help earlier this morning, my GT78 is working quite well now.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] alongmire22:
I need help rooting can anyone help me!!!!!

I have the HTC evo with the android 2.2 update.

the beast "evo"
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
Great, glad to hear it... I would also install ADW Launcher because it not only makes the Wallpaper the correct proportion but also allows you to set to have 8 icons in a Row!!!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
have you had any luck installing dropbox?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] RaViNLuNeY:
The Google Apps will not be in future editions, read the press releases. Supposedly this was a SNAFU by the devs leaving those apps on the GT. Augen as of now, does not have an agreement with Google. The Android OS is open source, the Google Apps (Marketplace, YouTube, Email, etc...) are NOT.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] RaViNLuNeY:
Wrong forum dude, this is for the Augen Gentouch78
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] geebake:
I downloaded and installed the file listed here via clockwork. It doesn't seem to be update.zip. It did change the boot screen to the pretty animation, but hasn't fixed the marketplace for me. Am I missing something. Is there another update.zip out there that I need to install?

Thanks!

Greg
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
Anyone having any issues with a distorted speaker.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] GeneralSpecific:
YES, sometimes my speaker works fine. Sometimes it sounds like an explosion. Ive rebooted, restored a backup, toggled silent mode, turned down the audio volume. Nothing helps
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
it seems that if i hit the reset button in the back it returns to normal, but it will randomly go back to distorting...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] andrew20101@gmail.com:
speaker

You have to turn the volume on the gt all the way up on the settinge of the gt. and use roy volume control apk. to manage volume.

.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] angus1357:
I've found you dont have to restart the unit, on mine it distorts/works right everytime it comes out of sleep. If it distorts, then falls asleep the next time it wakes up it works fine. I just disabled the sleep and it all works fine.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] stick2e:
I had never done the market fix and all I used in dropbox, I have no problem using drop box.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
when i login, it just shows an empty folder...and the settings page doesn't show a username or capacity information.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] v_lestat:
well after playing around with this thing for a week i am returning it KMart.

from the horrible typing to the horrible scrolling i just cant stand using it.

if they had used a scroll slider or a wheel that would have been nice since the pressure used to scroll is stupid, and all it does is make the screen jump up and down, nothing is smooth.

i have to calibrate it almost each time i turn it on because over time the typing goes wierd again and its impossible to type.

not to mention that the buttons when you type them do not light up or show that you are pressing them 1/2 the time so i cant tell if its registering what i am pushing.

other issues like 1 hour battery life are just making me not like this anymore.

I like it dont get me wrong but the pressure sensative screen is a complete fiasco and in the end all you end of doing is scratching the **** out of the screen. (which i have not, but i can see it down the road)

anyways.... it was fin while it lasted but that battery life and scrolling and typing just makes it not worth it anymore.

i can use my evo and be happy.

p.s.

i will say that if you haven't tried it, flash the fix 2-3 times, then wipe it, 2-3 times.

a single wipe or flash isnt enough for some reason.

especially the wiping,,,
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
This file IS the one you need, but you need to do the Market Fix listed in the WIKI first and then apply this file in Clockwork, it's a 2 step process!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gonzoangel:
I'm on my tablet and don't have any of those problems. Especially with swype.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] gonzoangel:
Is that in the market
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
yes, search "Volume Control" and install the one by the developer "Roy"

i've barely been using it for a day, but my main issues with it are:

* The randomly distorting speaker

* The resistive touch screen

All in all, it is what you would expect from a $150 price point. These aren't showstopping issues to me, but they might be to a novice. I'm still on the fence about it, but i will use for a week or so, and see if it fits my needs.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
yes, it is. after installing it, simply long press the search button and the volume controller app will appear.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] wbales:
G-Sensor

Just chatted with Augen....didn't copy and paste

but they said they were working on a fix for the G-sensor.....all it does is changes orientation, doesn't work in games or stuff, and also a better factory reset

and should be released 'soon' but wouldn't say an ETA
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] kdevine:
Yes, I have installed DropBox and it works quite well.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
shucks..i've tried getting it from the market, also sideloaded it from their website..after i login, it simply shows an empty folder, and nothing else...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] geebake:
Hmmm

Ok, I have root, and I've done the market fix. I was able to download one app (Nook) and then it failed on everything else afterwards. I've redone the steps that you're supposed to do after a restart and the Market has never worked since. Should I redo the entire Market fix, then apply this? I assume that will blow out everything that I've already got working? Not that big of a deal I guess.

Greg
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
i've been thinking, if i do decide to return this. how would you go about deleting the synced google account, and return it to factory condition? not that kmart could tell anyways... i did backup the data directory before i did the first market fix...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
A few issues I've run into playing around with it today.

I did the market fix and then later installed the update.zip. I installed about 10 programs, but when I tried to update google maps nothing has been able to download since. It just sits and idles at "starting download."

Does anyone else not use ADW because of the horrible scrolling through home screens? I went with LauncherPro because it scrolled from one screen to the next a little bit smoother.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
Whichever launcher you use, don't even bother using the swipe across the screen gesture to move from screen to screen. for either one, just put the buttons that move the screen for you on the dock, and you can just hit the dock buttons to move from screen to screen.

on ADW those icons are on the by default

on LauncherPro, just long press on any icon and you can change them.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] cpg716:
The Google Maps update is an issue that has nothing to do with the market. Same thing happened on other Android Devices after certain updates.. Google maps issue

on android.

CPG
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
I wasn't even aware that there were such buttons.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] steveliv:
trust me, it is much easier. :)
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
I agree, much easier. So I decided to go back and re-do the market fix from the wiki, and then re-install the update.zip. I was able to download a ton of apps before the restart, but after restart it still won't do any downloads. Any ideas?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] wa3yri:
Thanks!

Great tip! This fixed my distortion problems Thanks!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
I was re-doing the Market Fix because I realized I never re-set my AndroidID. However, when I booted up my android emulator, it didn't have the market installed. Did this happen to anyone else?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] v8_aristo:
Use the 1.6 OS version.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Childofthehorn:
Hello There,

I bought this tablet the past weekend after being on rainchecks and searching everywhere.

The USB charging does NOT work, it simply cannot work. They do not have the correct hardware in there to boost the 5V into 9V.

But AHA! we can (albeit with varied efficiency). We have room inside the back of this thing, esp with the non-pop board back there.

There are a couple of ways.

1. Put a USB charging circuit in there to boost the power to 9V at ~270-380ma

2. Create a USB to Charging bit adapter

There are a few ways to do it as well....

1. Buy a USB to 9V simple small adapter (I just bought a Zip-Linq USB-9V adapter)

2. Buy a USB 9V charger cable (saw one here, looks correct size-wize )

3. Find an old Lan card from a busted computer and build your own (these are called flyback 5v to 9V converters) Look at These and These

I chose to do #1 because I also wanted the slim surface mount USB female port because I plan to put that in place of the HDMI port that does not exist. Better to have a good USB host for keyboards and such eh? Also, I want to put a Palm touchstone inductive charger in the back because I have a bunch of the Palm docks that I am currently using with my modified Evo. Inductive Charging= Win. I know that the rate is slower, but that is only assuming that you are using standard 500ma ports. Even still, 280ma should keep this thing alive and a little extra.

Still you can add USB charging for ~$13 shipped (macmall, amazon, or for free with the old crap in your house).

Have Fun you hackers!
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
Alright, got the downloads to start working again. Thanks everyone for the help! =)

On another note, have we compiled some things that we can do to improve the battery life? I know some people have deleted some of the telephone packages that helped, but I'm not quite sure how to go about doing that. Any other ideas on how we could improve the battery?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] ktfoley:
Still no permanent Market Fix

I can get the market to download apps initially. But I can make it stick past reboots or beyond dl-ing 6 apps. I've run every process, in many different combinations. Not every possible combination obviously. But I can recite the MF steps with my eyes closed.

I've spent more than 8 hours on this today alone. WTF?

So the last time I got the market to DL, I grabbed 6 apps before it halted, and I'm hanging it up for tonight. If somebody posts the missing link to fix this, I'll be at it again tomorrow.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] zerozed99:
I'm sorry to interrupt this thread, but I just want to point out that R-james has accused 3 separate people of "trolling" in this thread.

FWIW--FU buddy--why don't you lay off with all your accusations.

/rant off
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
These are the steps I took today to get it to work.

1) Market fix all the way through, from beginning (deleting the files and rebooting) to the end (setting Android ID).

2) Download the update.zip from http://randomtechinfo.com/augen/testing/bootimg-su-anim-test2.zip

3) Using Clockwork Recovery (you DO have that, eh?) install the update.zip.

And that's all I did. I did it backwards at first, but once I did it in the correct order it's been working like a charm for me.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] hoola20055:
for anyone having market issues. I did the android 1.6 emulator setup and put my phones id number on the gentouch's and havent had a problem since. It even updates my apps when there is an update. I found getting your id with the emulator WAY more easy than following a thousand process hack that may or may not have to be redone over and over. I have rebooted dozens of times and the market still just works. I am a DUMB COUNTRY REDNECK when it comes to stuff like this and wait for one click methods most of the time. But this really was straight forward and easy. ((i did read about adb, and watnot for hours and hours and hours days before though))
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Xarrdroid2:
Having trouble on step 31

when i do the busybox unmount /cache command it says no command found for unmount. So i typed in busybox to see available commands and sure enough, no command for unmount? Havent had any other issues but am I running a bad version of busybox? Any help would be appreciated. Yes Im rooted and somewhat familiar with adb. Please help!!!1 Also, Better terminal wont allow me to type in cause I was gonna try from the device itself, but no keyboard. The terminal emulator I have just force closes everytime. also, anyone heard anything on the cynogen mod or any other 2.2 rom progress since we have clockwork mod.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] aross6:
That's because it's not uNmount, it is umount...
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Xarrdroid2:
ok im f***ing tired i know now. Sorry for the dumbass question. Thanks for the answer!!!!

Ok I had typed it right. I typed umount and get this

umount: cannot umount /cache: Invalid arguement

Any ideas?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] Xarrdroid2:
Step 31 Again

My busybox says its from 2006? Is that right? and it was umount i typed see above:(
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] TheZeke:
I got the same thing, but that is to adjust the /cache issue which the update.zip fixes. So i skipped that part and did the update.