yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] Crimton:
I use phonemypc to log into my windows pc but does anyone know of one that will work with ubuntu? Most are just compatible with windows, some with mac. I guess the only way is to set up a vnc server on my ubuntu computer?
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] crl0901:
Well, you really don't have to "set up" a VNC server in Ubuntu because Ubuntu's remote desktop application is actually VNC, not RDP. Just enable remote desktop in the system settings, set up the appropriate port forward rules on your router and you should be good to go.
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] Crimton:
Thanks I'll try that, I was hoping for an app that had a nice ui and possibly even sound. I use a vnc app to connect to a linux box I have anyways but its real laggy.
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] crl0901:
What do you use? I use Remote VNC Pro and it's the best I've use. Allows for pinch to zoom and panning which makes it really easy to navigate a desktop. Speed will depend more on your phone data connection speed and your home internet's upload speed.
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] Crimton:
I use android vnc, it works ok and only in landscape. So I guess I would just configure it to connect to my home ip address.
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] Crimton:
well i tried to set up remote desktop and i'm getting your desktop is not reachable....only on local network. i know this means that i need to forward ports on my router which i did, ports 5900-5999 which i believe should cover all vnc ports. however canyouseeme.com's open port check tool is saying they are closed, so i think my isp is blocking vnc ports or something. any ideas?
[Droid Incredible Themes and Apps] Crimton:
thanks to this thread http://blackmarketserver.com/blog/2010/10/17/get-remote-desktop-working-in-ubuntu-10-10 it looks like i solved this problem of not being reachable.
[Touch Diamond2, Pure Android Development] Egrier:
Are there any apps for Android that are similar to Garmin Mobile XT or IGO8 that use the map data stored on your SD card? I don't have a data plan for my Pure so I want to use something close to those apps.

Thanks.
[Touch Diamond2, Pure Android Development] umar420e:
app for offline navigation

currently i am using rmaps which is a great app. you just have to put your map in sdcard and select it from rmaps menu. if you want the maps you can get your desired map from mobile atlas creator. hope this is what you want.
[Streak 5 General] dellstreakguy:
Hi, I was wondering if anyone has had any luck adding movies to the streak. Ive tried to put a digital copy from a dvd I bought on it and it never shows up. Can someone please help. And sorry if this is a repeat question.
[Streak 5 General] Godo_PPL:
I usually upload vidcast (video podcast) to the /video dir in memorycard. Works like a charm. :)

It is probably an codec issue...
[Streak 5 General] Czechnology.cz:
Use Rockplayer if your codec doesn's get recognized.

Otherwise I like Meridian player most.
[Streak 5 General] nightworker-nn11:
Doesn't this type of movie have digital rights that only play on certain progs. I.e windows mob. Media player? I know I've had this issue with loading movies in this format to a phone before.

Is it in MP4 or avi? As the stock player wont play avi files N I would also recommend rock player.
[Streak 5 General] dellstreakguy:
Thanks I will give rockplayer a try.
[Streak 5 General] lufc:
VPLAYER seems to be the new kid on the block that plays all:)
[Streak 5 General] STraver:
DVDs on the Streak

The best solution I've found by far is SPB Mobile DVD. This software allows you to put a DVD into your computer's DVD drive, run the software, and it will convert a full length movie into an .avi file of about 500megs that plays really well with Rockplayer. Just copy it to your storage card and enjoy!

I got SPB Mobile DVD when using my former WinMo phones (came to the Streak from the Tilt2). Most of the SPB software I used on my windows phone is forgotten now with Android, but this gem really works well! Hope this helps!
[Streak 5 General] scaronscar:
can I bypass the download security on the stock att Dell streak so I can just put movies on it from the wed.... like from 4shared... when ever I try to download from a site it says unknown download not aloud..... any info would help
[Streak 5 General] lufc:
Use a different browser then you can download ok :)
[Streak 5 General] decoyeb:
if you have a pc with nvida g card there is a program called badaboom its a v quick converter that will do dvd,s as well as norm vido files.i set it to ipoo out put and keep the films to 1 gig and it plays on the norm player v well

nvida 280 gcard and when converting divx 350ish fps
[Streak 5 General] scaronscar:
OK so now I have dolphin browser on it and rockplayer and still can't get movies off of 4shared it downloads really fast and its not the hole file.... man all I want on this sick 5" screen is some really nice movies. love the phone have had it for two months this thing is just awsome...... just really would like some movies.. PS no CPU any more need to be able to do it from my streak
[Streak 5 General] xilpaxim:
When you say no CPU, do you mean you don't have a computer to move stuff from?

BTW, you won't be able to play digital copies from bought movies on the Android platform. They only work through iTunes devices or Windows Media Player. Since Android has neither, you can't play the file no matter even if you get it onto your phone. DRM will stop it from playing. I would see if you could find a DRM stripper, or just download it, or use a DVDtoMP4 or something program.
[Streak 5 General] scaronscar:
ya no computer to move movies on to the streak.... oh well thanks anyway im just going to pay someone to put movies on my sd card....
[Streak 5 General] Guest69:
I hope I don't incur the wrath of the mods here, but if you have an unlimited data plan, you could always go to one of the well known forums that i'm not allowed to mention, where you will find rapidshare/megaupload links for hundreds of movies that have been converted for watching on smartphones. Of course, before you download any, you need to check you own an original copy ;-)
[Streak 5 General] jf1288:
I used dvdfab, amazing program, converted a movie that i used to have on my ipod, it was set to mp4, converted it to mp4 for general devices, used rockplayer, works like a charm.

I tried playing it on streak player, it works but everything seems choppy.
[Streak 5 General] Lord60:
Get a program (of your choice) that will rip a DVD into mp4 format. Choose the resolution of Android 800x480. Easier said than done sometimes, since DVD copy protection can sometimes be a factor. WHat I find is the best way is this.

1. Get ImgBurn, and DVDFab (for the copy protection). if this is not legal here, I apologize. Img is free, dvd fab has a free version

2. create an ISO of the DVD.

3. Get Elaborate Bytes Virtual Clone drive also free.

4. Mount the ISO you just created.

5. load up your DVD to mp4 converter

6. convert to mp4 with the android settings of 800x480

7. copy the resulting mp4 file to your streak. the default video player will play the file without issue, as well as any other program (rock etc) that supports playing mp4.

the program I use at home for the conversion to mp4 supports most major devices by name (i.e. iphone) but the streak is not listed. In playing around with it, I found there is a specific setting for "Android 800x480" and it works perfectly. Aiseesoft MP4 Converter Suite is what I use, and it allows for the conversion of DVD to mp4 and the conversion of basically any other codec out there to mp4 (xvid, divx, avi, wma, etc)

I've successfully converted the Hot Tub Time Machine, Night of the Demons, some Voyager shows, and all play without fail.

if you need more info, email me, I'll help where I can.
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] shadow_droid:
Hello,

I try to install an aptoide server on archlinux. When I execute the generate.ph, i get the following error: "sh: ./aapt: No such file or directory".

The aapt file can be executed and is in the same directory as the generate.ph script. I follow the instructions of the aptoide's website and download the aapt file from there.

How can I solve this problem ?
[Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]] wifi75:
try to copy

this aapt file in the same directory of .generate.ph
[Touch Pro2 CDMA] smenpo:
i can t align screen pls help me with calibration data for touch pro 2

thanks
[Fascinate General] redzone98:
Im having just weird issues with my Facinate here, it was rooted, and worked just fine.

I began removing applications, and removed Gtalk, which after some searching was a bad idea. So Android Market doesnt work.

So i used a factory restore, and made everything worse. No Apps, and need to setup everything again.

But this time around im getting 2 more errors...

"com.sec.android.app.setupwizard"

"com.google.process.Gapps"

Both processes lock-up on initial boot. and now my Home button and Menu hard buttons are not responding...

so im pretty boned up...

any ideas guys ?
[Fascinate General] Daswolven:
If you have voodoo, follow the thread on how to completely remove it, then Odin.

If not, then Odin.
[Fascinate General] fascinado:
:confused: yes i have exactly the same problem .
[Fascinate General] chopper the dog:
Is this just a statement of fact? Or, do you care to elaborate a little more on what you were doing and what state the device is in now?

good day.
[Fascinate General] fascinado:
my phone was working but i have problem with the droid market that i cannot download anything and with the menu buttons on my fascinate i did the odin restore files guide on this website and now is working again thanks:D
[Fascinate General] chopper the dog:
Awesome... Make yourself some good Nandroids through each step of mucking with your device. And welcome to the forum.

good day.
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pokedoke:
Hi all. For some reason, my phone shuts down only when its screen is off. If I keep the display on or if it's plugged in, it'll stay on... Any ideas anyone? Help much appreciated.
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shawnathan9:
Im hearing this alot from my gf who says this happens or that it just powers down altogether...

1-4 times a day. I have no answers yet...
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pokedoke:
well, thanks for replying. I just asked for warranty exchange. Seems other people had the problem too. Just didn't have time to hunt then.
[Captivate Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pfroo40:
My first captivate had that same problem. It seemed to be random and occur after the phone goes into standby mode, I would try and bring up the lock screen and it wouldn't appear and I would have to power the phone back on. Didn't happen for the first month or so that I had it, then it started happening as much as 10-15 times a day. May have occurred more often in areas with bad reception. Tried several different ROM's including stock with no apps or addons and still happened. I ended up swapping it out for a new one, and my new one has yet to do it, seems like there's no other option.
[EVO 4G Accessories] _MetalHead_:
Does anybody have one of these? I'm on an ebay shopping spree at the moment, and I'm thinking of getting this. I think it looks pretty cool, I'm just wondering what the quality is going to be like.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Black-Fishbone-...ccessories&hash=item4cf2801032#ht_2978wt_1139
[EVO 4G Accessories] ajk511:
This thing looks sweet.
[EVO 4G Accessories] Sporkman:
that's nice is the liner the soft silicone or what i might order one
[EVO 4G Accessories] _MetalHead_:
"The front piece is crafted out of high quality hard plastic and the back piece is made with a durable silicone material with a hard plastic design attachment"

What I'm curious about is if the shell is covered with that soft-touch paint similar to what Seidio uses. I really hope it's not because I have had two of the seidios and the paint started peeling on both of cases within a couple days of getting them.
[EVO 4G Accessories] stanglifemike:
There is a thread on Android Forums discussing these with more pics. Here it is for you guys to check out http://androidforums.com/evo-4g-accessories/194037-pics-fishbone-active-case-evo.html
[Android Software Development] hearsay:
I am using the unlockr how to root for the mytouch 1.2. When I try to Hboot the bootloader will not read the sappimg. It just says no image file. I have done everything the unlockr suggests. For some reason sappimg is just not being read.

That being said I am using a sandisk 256mb microsd. I followed the goldcard instructions to the T. And everything worked, everything. Until I put the goldcard in the phone and tried to hboot. Hboot simply said no image file found.

Is it because I am using a sandisk microSD?
[Android Software Development] antoniouslj:
Does your computer read the sd card after you've edited the hex? If not, you'll need to try another card.
[Android Software Development] hearsay:
Yes, everything works until the hboot. No image file, is what it says.

your comment kind of worries me. I thought the reason would be the sandisk card, but everything works with the gold card. When I insert the gold card and use hboot it just reads "no image file" There must be a very simply fix to this, just know one on the internet seems to know.
[Android Software Development] hearsay:
since it doesn't find the sappimg file, can i manually flash this file? In other words, can I force the phone to find and load the sappimg.zip file? If so, please explain.

Thanks in advance
[Android Software Development] hearsay:
In case anyone else searches this topic...the solution to my situation was the sandisk SD card. I purchased a kingston 1 gb w/kingston adapter and it worked perfectly the first time. The sandisk for some reason just doesn't work.

Moderator: If this forum closes topics you can close this topic as I found the solution. Hopefully someone else can benefit in the future from my pain and suffering :)
[Vibrant General] zoid_99:
Bummer

http://www.youmobile.org/blogs/entry/Samsung-pulls-out-the-Galaxy-S-Froyo-update-due-to-System-bugs-
[Vibrant General] opiomorph:
Just out of curiosity, this means you're running totally stock 2.1, right?
[Vibrant General] zoid_99:
Bionix Fusion 1.0 . Just out of curiosity why did you ask? The reason I said bummer is that probably means that we will end up waiting even longer for the vibrant froyo which includes the drivers eugene needs to get everything working 100%.
[Vibrant General] opiomorph:
Well, the apparent "FroYo frenzy" around here just gets to me. I'm running Bionix Fusion 1.0 also, and my phone not only works, it works well. Very well. So I don't really see why so many people around here are foaming at the mouth about FroYo, since, like us, hardly anyone will be using it in stock form. Now, you're right, having a better base to build better ROMs off of would be nice, so I'm sorry for jumping down your throat a little.

However, eventually, there will be a version of Android that we'll never see, and it will be because of Samsung, and not our hardware. Capitalism, greed, artificially short product life cycles, etc etc. Either way, it's only been a few months that the phone's been out, so I'd give it a few more months before Samsung totally pulls support for updating the phone and pushes us to buy whatever's new and hot at that time. Then, it'll just be us and the devs, and they've been treating us pretty well so far, so I'm not worried about it.
[Vibrant General] mmas0n:
I don't care if they ever release their Froyo ROM ... but surely they have a solid Froyo kernel for the Vibrant by now ... you'd like to think. That's what needs to be leaked/released.

And yeah, I'm assuming Samsung and the carriers will give SGS owners the finger when it comes to Gingerbread, but the devs will take care of us, they always do.
[Android Themes] Phollux:
Hey XDA :cool: ..

I've been recently changing my boot animation on my Legend, and I just wanted to know how to delete an old bootanimation.zip, after I copied a new one in? I'm using the "push" commando with cmd, which copies a new, and leaves the old one inside right?

So is there a "delete" or "replace" commando for use with cmd?

My Legend is unrooted with 2.1 (and I am still kinda noob at this) :o

Thanks! :)
[Android Themes] Phollux:
Fail...

Okay I think I was wrong ! I think it actually did replace the old bootanimation.zip...

My badd and srry for thread :o
[EVO 4G General] DGreen1:
Every MMS message I try to attach a picture or video to sends it as a stupid slide-show. It just does make that much sense (no pun intended). Is there a workaround or fix for this, its just seems like a crappy way to go about sending a MMS message. Chomp and Handcent don't do it that way but I dont like how the icons dont show the unread SMS count just a notification.

I apologize in advance if this has already been discussed but this is my Rant for the day!
[EVO 4G General] breezer260:
I noticed that occurs when someone adds text in addition to the picture. Also handcent does show number of messages under the icon if you put the widget icon on your screen as opposed to the app icon.
[EVO 4G General] DGreen1:
Hey - Thanks for the heads up on Handcent.
[HD2 Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting and Genera] erikvario:
hey,

would this three work together for usb host

http://www.dealextreme.com/details.dx/sku.15048

http://cgi.ebay.nl/USB-Y-Adapter-Ka...el_Adapter&hash=item4aa4f7d393#ht_1747wt_1009

http://cgi.ebay.nl/short-Usb-A-2-0-...ccessories&hash=item35ad505934#ht_2357wt_1139

?
[Droid Eris Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] workshed:
Start here bro, and check out the "kitchen"

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=756775

EDIT: And don't forget to use the search at the top of the screen there, it's very helpful if you know what you're looking for.
[Droid Eris Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] twenty850:
thanks! workshed i'll look into it!
[Droid Eris Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] gnarlyc:
I keep this list of handy links handy for just such occasions. It takes time and more time, but it's really a fun and interesting ride.

http://android-dls.com/wiki/index.ph...ck_Boot_Images

http://forum.androidcentral.com/hack...l-rom-faq.html

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=633246

http://blog.coralic.nl/2010/01/28/bu...o-from-source/

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=622916

http://forum.androidcentral.com/htc-...ge-source.html

http://xdaforums.com/show...13&postcount=1

http://www.kandroid.org/android_pdk/index.html

http://android-dls.com/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page

https://docs.google.com/Doc?docid=0A...k4OHNxZA&hl=en

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=641223

http://adrianvintu.com/blogengine/po...r-Windows.aspx

http://www.androidenea.com/2009/08/i...nd-initrc.html

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=623976

http://lukasz.szmit.eu/2009/12/makin...droid-rom.html

http://androidguts.com/index.php/Main_Page

http://groups.google.com/group/android-kernel

http://groups.google.com/group/android-building

http://groups.google.com/group/android-porting

http://groups.google.com/group/android-developers

http://groups.google.com/group/android-ndk

http://groups.google.com/group/android-platform
[Droid Eris Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] twenty850:
thanks gnarlyc!
[Droid Eris Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] twenty850:
Ok so i got a kitchen setup played with that a little so now how do i go about changing things like appearance i.e. iconz in the app drawer, notification bars, and stuff like that and update kernals, or update anything also how do i find out about writing scripts?
[Streak 5 General] dead101:
How much you think one should pay for remote unlock for your O2 streak

Options : £79.99 via rebel remote unlock

£19.99 Rebel sim card

£34.99 Rebel Postal Service

I have found out $71 i.e about 40 pound for remote unlocking I dont know if it is worth it

what you think guys 40 quid is cheap or expensive?

Thanks
[Streak 5 General] nsaspooks:
£40? are you crazy, it would have been cheaper to buy from Dell an unlocked model. No more than £10 for the most unsuccessful smartphone fiasco ever launched to date.

Just given my Streak away, too many problems with hardware and software to warrant it being a corporate device (raised these points with Dell, they may be designing a version 2 to address build quality and design issues found in the current version.
[Streak 5 General] vinokirk:
Im using a Rebelsimcard v1.2 and it works perfect! Can't go wrong for the price :)
[Streak 5 General] sturmavik:
I wouldn't pay £40 for an unlock. Totally satisfied with my streak now that I use rebelsim with 1.2 firmware and android 2.2.
[Streak 5 General] mmp7:
I think anything more than 10 is rip off. 10 pounds rebel sim is working for me.
[Streak 5 General] dead101:
http://www.chiragp.com/methods.php

go and get it done i have done mine

cheers
[Streak 5 General] Edrill:
@dead101: How much did it cost you? And how long did they take to give you the unlock code?
[Streak 5 General] rodjordan:
I hated the rebelsim so much I bought another streak.

It was so flaky.
[Streak 5 General] SAman1:
Are you saying that the Streak on Froyo 2.2 works perfectly with Rebelsim 1.2 ?!

No network issues?

If so, that's brilliant news! I queried this through a new thread in this forum a few days ago and only response I received was from a member who complained that after upgrading to 2.2 his rebelsim unlock no longer worked. Needless to say i was most disappointed. I have an o2 locked unit on stock 1.6 with rebelsim 1.2 which is working perfectly in my country and looking forward to the 2.2 upgrade. Please can you confirm positively that the Rebelsim 1.2 unlock works with 2.2.

Thanks.
[Streak 5 General] royalmail:
I went to the link and check. it say 70 credit.

I guess they means US$, right? not Indian currency.

too much for unlocking a phone!

Let's wait and pray for some genius come out with a better solution.
[Streak 5 General] dead101:
it will cost 4000 indian currency convert it according to you

it take 4 to 5 days

cheers
[Streak 5 General] Edrill:
Wow! That's almost $100 for an unlock code! Pricey!
[Streak 5 General] dead101:
it will cost you 4000 indian currency and please convert it according to your currency

it will unlock worldwide network lock not just for O2

His phone number is just PM away lol

thanks
[Streak 5 General] SAman1:
Guys, plse, plse can you just confirm for me: Rebelsim 1.2 + Froyo 2.2 = GOOD
[Streak 5 General] dead101:
Rebil Sim+dell streak= not goof at all

i understand its a cheapest option but rebel sim always conflict with something if you dont trust me do a quardant score test with and without :)

cheers
[Streak 5 General] SAman1:
I'm not particularly bothered about the test scores, long as it can work stably with Android 2.2. I'm currently using the Rebelsim with Andriod 1.6 and speed is ok for me.
[Streak 5 General] madmax85812:
Rebelsim 1.2 + Froyo = DISASTER!!!

its a strict no go...for froyo you need rebelsim 1.3 firmware.
[Streak 5 General] SAman1:
That's not what 2 other posters are indicating above...?!
[HD2 General] tjensen:
After upgrading to ROM 3.14.531.1 my wifi connection disconnects frequently.

Anyone have this problem or know of updated wireless drivers?
[HD2 General] Camusa:
I am having the exact same problem.

I used to get connection to the router throughout my house and now it is spotty at best with the new update.
[HD2 General] tjensen:
I also noticed that my range is cut by 1/4 and signal strength is very sporadic
[HD2 General] crisisinthecity:
Someone suggested flashing to the radio that you were using before. Anyone tried that?
[HD2 General] Camusa:
I haven't (I have not even installed HPSL), but here is the rub...my phone signal seems better...my connection to the router is worse!

Not sure if that is an equal trade-off or not (also not sure if I am accurate on the phone signal though)...(what's my name again?_)
[HD2 General] crisisinthecity:
Or just try a completely different radio all together. Just make sure it's compatible... HSPL3 is easy as hell.
[HD2 General] shirreer:
I observed the exact same problem with WIFI and reverted back to 2.13 ROM.... WIFI worked fine since!