I have a YP-G70 (with hardware home button), running stock 2.2 and rooted. When I try to use adfree, android complains about not enough space for the hosts file in /etc. Is there a solution for that other than installing custom ROM (I can't do that for now, for various reasons...)
Thanks!
If you have root, you can get Titaninum Backup Pro and use it to convert some system apps to user apps.
Some apps that are safe to convert are Email, Memo, MiniDiary, Calculator and Calendar. There are some more, but that should give you enough space.
WT Ho said:
If you have root, you can get Titaninum Backup Pro and use it to convert some system apps to user apps.
Some apps that are safe to convert are Email, Memo, MiniDiary, Calculator and Calendar. There are some more, but that should give you enough space.
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I couldn't convert minidiary or calculator --- TBP keeps running. But even if I could, together they don't have release enough space for the hosts file (about 1MB). But I was able to convert the Think Office app, which is +8MB, and after that I was able to copy over the hosts file to /etc.
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Actually this is one of the problem I am trying to tackle in the next update of my ROM. A testing version of my ROM can now have over 40MB free space in /system by installing various Samsung apps and Google apps to /data.
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What are the best paid apps for x8?
dont tell me where to get it from
just which ones you use and why
Titanium Backup Pro-The free version is also very good, but the paid has some extras, like converting system apps to user apps and you can have more than one backup of each app.
Root Explorer-A must-have app for all root users, you can read and write all folders, change the permissions, view databases (.db files) and much more.
NFS Shift-It´s a cool game, but note that there are different versions for Eclair+Froyo and Gingerbread.
whats the function of converting system apps to user ones?
root explorer.
need it everytime lol.
to copy ax8mt, edit build.prop etc
codfreak said:
Titanium Backup Pro-The free version is also very good, but the paid has some extras, like converting system apps to user apps and you can have more than one backup of each app.
Root Explorer-A must-have app for all root users, you can read and write all folders, change the permissions, view databases (.db files) and much more.
NFS Shift-It´s a cool game, but note that there are different versions for Eclair+Froyo and Gingerbread.
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NFS SHIFT- Runs on GingerDX v005-v013 i use v1.0.67 of NFS S
After flashing regular MiniCM9 there are only left ~11 MB in the System ROM internal memory, so I wanted to free up some space. Other thing that I had in mind is that android is running many background apps that I don't use. And by removing them, there is also freeing up some RAM.
Before starting anything make CWM backup.
You can use one of the 3 methods to remove unwanted apps:
a) in windows, you can open downloaded MiniCM9-3.0.XXX.zip with WinRar or 7zip and remove unwanted apps in system/app folder. After that move modified MiniCM9-3.0.XXX.zip to sdcard and flash via CWM,
b) using a Titanium Backup app and delete them there, OR
c) use Root Explorer app and navigate to system/app and remove unwanted apps.
I always delete following apps that I don't use. Browse the list, and delete ones that suits you:
ApplicationsProvider.apk - Provides the list of installed apps to Play. Fetches the list of applications installed on the phone to provide search suggestions.
Browser.apk - There are better alternatives such as Opera or Boat Browser
CMUpdateNotify.apk - I am really often on xda and checking nAa's updates, so i don't need update notifications on my phone. i always delete this to save extra 2,3 MB of RAM (sorry nAa )
DSPManager.apk - As stated multiple times across forums, it often drains battery, runs in background, using 3-5 MB, and i can't really see any difference in playing music with/without it. There are better fixes for audio. Search for paul-xxx audio fix for ics.
Email.apk - i dont use pop mail accounts so i always delete this. But if you are using pop mail, there are better alternatives like K-9.
Exchange.apk - Email transport system. If you dont use email.apk it is safe to remove this.
FileManager.apk - I use RootExplorer as alternative.
Galaxy4.apk - This is one of ICS Live wallpapers, and i really doubt that anyone is using them on our phones, remove this!
HoloSpiralWallpaper.apk - Another one!
LatinIME.apk - On screen keyboard. You can remove this if you don't use qwerty software keyboard. I found it bit difficult to use it on our small screens, so feel free do delete it if you don't use it.
LiveWallpapers.apk - This really don't need further explanations..
LiveWallpapersPicker.apk - same here...
MagicSmokeWallpapers.apk - again...
NoiseField.apk - this is a bubble Live Wallpaper.
PhaseBeam.apk - again live wallpaper
PicoTts.apk - Text To Speech, remove it if you don't use it.
QuickSearchBox.apk - Google Search Box that can be placed in homescreens, i really don't use this.
SpeechRecorder.apk
Stk.apk - SIM Tool Kit
Trebuchet.apk - Pretty slow and bloated launcher. If you really want ICS look, use Apex Launcher Instead. But if you want fastest performance and lowest memory usage i recommend LauncherPro which is by far smoothest and fastest launcher out there. Too bad it is bit outdated.
UserDictionaryProvider.apk - Dictionary for word prediction on keyboards. Needeed for LatinIME.apk. Do not remove this if you are using software qwerty keyboard (LatinIme.apk)
VoiceDialer.apk - I don't use this.
VpnDialogs.apk - I don't use vpn
SoundRecorder.apk
There are more apps that can be safely removed, this is just my standard 'setup'. At start, rom was ~108 MB in size, and after removing this apps got to 93 MB.
Eventually I will update this post, with Gapps removable applications and their descriptions.
Feel free to post your feedback.
Thank you!
thanks mate. i must add about dps manager is that it is used by apollo to tune the music.but hell i dont use it in anyway so i deleted it as well.
you forgot to add geniewidget
Some of the optional removes (depends on user). I dont use and I always delete them.
GoogleCalendarSyncAdapter.apk and GoogleContactsSyncAdapter.apk and the one associated with syncing your browser (i think ChromeBookmarksSyncAdapter.apk) if you dont use account sync option. I always backup my data locally and hence I always remove these. BTW these also run in the background always
Market Updater (you may not be able to update market app automatically. For me thats OK)
My Uploads (always runs in background)
downloads.apk
Calculator.apk if you use a different calculator.
GoogleQuickSearchBox.apk
talk.apk
Most of these apps are from gapps and most of them always run in background
I also remove default android keyboard as I always use swype
raj_k_r said:
I also remove default android keyboard as I always use swype
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Does swype works gud on our Phone ? btw, which version do you use?
I also deleted geniewidget.apk ( It's the Google news & weather widget ) couse there are a lot of alternatives for that
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a)[/I] in windows, you can open downloaded MiniCM9-3.0.XXX.zip with WinRar or 7zip and remove unwanted apps in system/app folder. After that move modified MiniCM9-3.0.XXX.zip to sdcard and flash via CWM
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I don't know why, but i deleted all this apps, what have ur writing, and i install apps from market and market write me "Not download app, error 406"
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Does swype works gud on our Phone ? btw, which version do you use?
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I am using it from more than a year and very happy with it. Currently using the latest beta version. Sorry for OT
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I don't know why, but i deleted all this apps, what have ur writing, and i install apps from market and market write me "Not download app, error 406"
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that shouldn't be related to any of this apk-s removed. i have removed listed ones, and much more, and i'm not having this problem.
first try to clear market data, and if that doesn't help, try flashing gapps again, and if that fails too, try flashing original minicm9 again (your data will be saved)
Thanks! I deleted a lot of things, but I can't delete DSP Manager! I deleted it before, but today I installed the "notification bar fix" to ICS and it reinstalled DSP and some other applications alone...
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Thanks! I deleted a lot of things, but I can't delete DSP Manager! I deleted it before, but today I installed the "notification bar fix" to ICS and it reinstalled DSP and some other applications alone...
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what "notification bar fix" are you referring to?
if it flashes those unwanted .apk-s you can again delete them from system/app with root explorer.
Google Feedback.apk can be deleted too
CM9 byNaA/XDA Premium
Use Link2SD
The best way to safely remove system applications is to use Link2SD.
I've been using that since a year; never had a problem. You can batch uninstall, move to SD card, clear cache, freeze, sort, etc.
One of the best apps available on Play Store and its free!
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what "notification bar fix" are you referring to?
if it flashes those unwanted .apk-s you can again delete them from system/app with root explorer.
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I'm using MiniCM9 and I uninstalled DSP Manager successfully once, but I had to use the "Make It Faster" by roobeyn because the phone hangs sometimes and that helps. Unfortunately that fix make your notification bar disappear and you have to use the "StatusbarOriginalFix". After all, it installed DSP again and I can't uninstall!
I tried with root uninstaller, SManager ads and with File Manager. The Only option I have is to "force close".
Sorry for my bad english.
I recommend install the TouchPal after erase the keyboard
Sent from my E10i using xda premium
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I'm using MiniCM9 and I uninstalled DSP Manager successfully once, but I had to use the "Make It Faster" by roobeyn because the phone hangs sometimes and that helps. Unfortunately that fix make your notification bar disappear and you have to use the "StatusbarOriginalFix". After all, it installed DSP again and I can't uninstall!
I tried with root uninstaller, SManager ads and with File Manager. The Only option I have is to "force close".
Sorry for my bad english.
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hm, did you actually read my first post? have you tried deleting it with root explorer?
and second thing - "Make It Faster" by roobeyn is made for MiniCM9 - 3.0.1.
LIST IS NOT COMPLETE YET!
Am still working on next apps which can be uninstalled without any problems.
Hello guys,
here is list of bloatware apps, that can be safely removed or freeze.
This apps can be deleted:
Some apk files of the list below can find in folder -> /cust/preinstalled/public/app/
Facebook
Twitter
Shazam
Booking.com Hotels
News Republic
Opera
Instagram
TripAdvisor
HiGame
Asphalt Nitro
100% Free Games
Dragon Mania
Puzzle Pets
Spider-Man Ultimate Power
Top Games
Scrat-ventures
Google+
Google Play Movies & TV
Google Play Games
Google Disk
Google Photos
Gmail
Compass
E-Mail
Hangouts
Huawei Swype
Huawei Backup
Huawei File manager
Huawei Notepad
Freeze:
(because you need it maybe later )
TalkBack (can be delete)
HiVoice
Huawei Health
Weather
Where you can find other apk files?
/system/priv-app/
/system/delapp/
/cust/preinstalled/public/app/
Is necessary ROOT? Yes and no. For many operation is ROOT necessary, but when you need only uninstall specific application you can use for this operation app called "Debloater by Gatesjunior" (can be found here). If you have ROOT, u can use Titanium Backup, System app remover or one of the many other apps on Google Play. If you have experience with root folder, so can delete APK files from folders above.
Use of this list or material is, at all times, "at your own risk." I am not responsible for any damages or losses personal data like database, files etc....
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This is what i don't used and have been delete..
Its depend on what you guys need actually
Mertak said:
LIST IS NOT COMPLETE YET!
Am still working on next apps which can be uninstalled without any problems.
Hello guys,
here is list of bloatware apps, that can be safely removed or freeze.
This apps can be deleted:
Some apk files of the list below can find in folder -> /cust/preinstalled/public/app/
Facebook
Twitter
Shazam
Booking.com Hotels
News Republic
Opera
Instagram
TripAdvisor
HiGame
Asphalt Nitro
100% Free Games
Dragon Mania
Puzzle Pets
Spider-Man Ultimate Power
Top Games
Scrat-ventures
Google+
Google Play Movies & TV
Google Play Games
Google Disk
Gmail
Compass
E-Mail
Hangouts
Freeze:
(because you need it maybe later )
TalkBack
HiVoice
Huawei Health
Weather
Where you can find other apk files?
/system/priv-app/
/system/delapp/
/cust/preinstalled/public/app/
Is necessary ROOT? Yes and no. For many operation is ROOT necessary, but when you need only uninstall specific application you can use for this operation app called "Debloater by Gatesjunior" (can be found here). If you have ROOT, u can use Titanium Backup, System app remover or one of the many other apps on Google Play. If you have experience with root folder, so can delete APK files from folders above.
Use of this list or material is, at all times, "at your own risk." I am not responsible for any damages or losses personal data like database, files etc....
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You can try the debloat script available here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-5x/development/script-stock-rom-debloat-kiw-l24-usa-t3307924
Try rebuilding it for your phone ..
@ gopinaidu77
This looks good Thx
Maybe i can try make the script for better experience
The Huawei apps should probably be freezed instead of uninstalled stuff can stop working or you may need it in the future
I know it But many apps not necessary, so can be uninstalled without any problems (Notepad, Swype keyboard, file manager and many others). If I find some trouble after uninstall apk, recover this file and use freeze. List above i have tested, so is safe.
And every user can use own method for cleaning the phone. For all test is better make nand backup or backup APK files
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@ gopinaidu77
This looks good Thx
Maybe i can try make the script for better experience
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You can PM me for any assistance
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jkccl9 said:
The Huawei apps should probably be freezed instead of uninstalled stuff can stop working or you may need it in the future
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No , there were certain apps which you never use , or use once or twice in the whole month.
U can uninstall them . But there is a need of basic apps as said earlier . the main cause of root requirement is To remove bloatware . every Android owner roots to just remove bloat and later thinks about costumisation
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Mertak said:
I know it But many apps not necessary, so can be uninstalled without any problems (Notepad, Swype keyboard, file manager and many others). If I find some trouble after uninstall apk, recover this file and use freeze. List above i have tested, so is safe.
And every user can use own method for cleaning the phone. For all test is better make nand backup or backup APK files
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As said , swype keyboard consumes 250+ MB RAM in the background .it is available in cust folder and no one uses it besides Google keyboard .
Remove GApps completly (for rooted phones)
I am attaching 2 scripts for Marshmallow and Nougat.
Flash using TWRP recovery. This will remove the pre-installed google apps completly.
Flash this before updating the apps from Play Store.
If you have already updated the apps, after flashing the script, you can still manually uninstall the updates.
You can then flash OpenGapps or MicroG
This is just gapps, right? Great for when I eventually root my Honor 8.
Any solution for Huawei apps other than doing it manually?
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I am attaching 2 scripts for Marshmallow and Nougat.
Flash using TWRP recovery. This will remove the pre-installed google apps completly.
Flash this before updating the apps from Play Store.
If you have already updated the apps, after flashing the script, you can still manually uninstall the updates.
You can then flash OpenGapps or MicroG
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Hey,
I flashed the script to remove the pre-installed GApps through TWRP on my Honor 8 (US version) but it doesn't look like it worked. All the apps still show up as they were during the initial setup of the phone.
I ran the script right after I rooted and installed TWRP and Xposed, so I didn't setup/use the Play Store or download any updates.
Any ideas on what the issue might be?
If you are tired to get free space although you deleted large videos on your android, then you need to delete APKs that automatically stored on your android every time you install or upgrade your applications.
Here is how to delete Apks:
alrakie said:
If you are tired to get free space although you deleted large videos on your android, then you need to delete APKs that automatically stored on your android every time you install or upgrade your applications.
Here is how to delete Apks:
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Suggesting 360 security for deleting APKs is not a good thing.... I think you should have suggest a good explorer like MiXplorer
HemanthJabalpuri said:
Suggesting 360 security for deleting APKs is not a good thing.... I think you should have suggest a good explorer like MiXplorer
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You can use also, but 260 security is built in recent Samsung phones
Hello,
I'm on a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 (SM-T530 matissewifi) Stock ROM Android 5.0.2 (Lollipop), TWRP 3.0.0.0 recovery, I made a backup of all partitions except data and cache.
I found a custom ROM here https://forum.xda-developers.com/tab-4/orig-development/rom-lineageos-16-0-tab-4-8-0-10-1-t4032901 many many thanks to its developers and contributors I flashed open_gapps-arm-9.0-pico-20200918.zip after flashing lineage-16.0-20200913-UNOFFICIAL-matissewifi.zip.
Everything worked fine except for the stock launcher (Trebuchet launcher) which keeps crashing.
So i tried to replace some apps of the custom ROM by converting Google Chrome, Google contacts, Xiaomi file manager and Nova Launcher as System Apps and removing Stock Browser, Stock Contacts app, Stock File Manager and Trebuchet launcher using Link2SD https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD&hl=en
After rebooting as asked by Link2SD i'm stuck on lineage boot screen and after around 10 minutes tablet reboots to recovery.
What did i do wrong? And how can I replace the stock apps (at least the stock launcher) without breaking the system?
@efidrs
Apps for good reason are categorized as system apps and user apps. The vast majority of system apps ( except the so-called bloatware ) are required to make the device run. There are dependencies, too. Converting an user app to system app doesn't make any sense at all, IMHO, because you simultaneously unnecessarily shrink the by default small storage space in device's /system partition.
System apps use native libraries (libsomething.so files) from Android's common system libraries directory (typically /system/lib or /system/lib64), and not from the app-private libraries directory. Knowing this you know the main reason why an user app you converted to system app may not run, why Android system may crash.
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@efidrs
Apps for good reason are categorized as system apps and user apps. The vast majority of system apps ( except the so-called bloatware ) are required to make the device run. There are dependencies, too. Converting an user app to system app doesn't make any sense at all, IMHO, because you simultaneously unnecessarily shrink the by default small storage space in device's /system partition.
System apps use native libraries (libsomething.so files) from Android's common system libraries directory (typically /system/lib or /system/lib64), and not from the app-private libraries directory. Knowing this you know the main reason why an user app you converted to system app may not run, why Android system may crash.
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Thank you for your answer, but i guess i had to replace the stock launcher with pixel launcher by flashing aroma gapps but I'm still curious how i can convert a user app to a system app, i have plenty of space for the /system partition
efidrs said:
I'm still curious how i can convert a user app to a system app
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Look inside here.
jwoegerbauer said:
Look inside here.
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Thank you I appreciate it