Modes to use - Sony Tablet S

This information can be useful, Here comes a list of keys to use that will enter a mode:
Recovery: Volumeup+Power (Works while powered off)
Screenshot: Volumedown+Power
If this is useful thanks this post
EDIT: Thanks to gordo79, Safe mode: Volumedown+Power
EDIT2: APX Mode (One time shot only): Connect to PC, power down and use volumeup+power
If you got any more modes to share, be free to post it here
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Volumedown + power (while off) = safe mode
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safe mode?

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<robin> said:
safe mode?
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With the tablet powered off (not sleep mode), momentarily pressing its POWER button while holding its VOL- button through the tablet's entire boot process will cause the tablet to boot into a "Safe Mode".
I have not yet determine what purpose the mode serves.
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Cat McGowan said:
With the tablet powered off (not sleep mode), momentarily pressing its POWER button while holding its VOL- button through the tablet's entire boot process will cause the tablet to boot into a "Safe Mode".
I have not yet determine what purpose the mode serves.
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Taken from xperia support
SAFE MODE - XPERIA™ PLAY BY SONY ERICSSON
Safe Mode temporarily disables all applications that have been installed via the Android Market. Performing this troubleshooting step is necessary to determine whether a 3rd party application is the cause of an Operating System / Application issue. Safe Mode should always be performed prior to a hard (factory) reset.
Chur
Stifilz
P.S wonder if there is any loop holes in safe mode

stifilz said:
Taken from xperia support
SAFE MODE - XPERIA™ PLAY BY SONY ERICSSON
Safe Mode temporarily disables all applications that have been installed via the Android Market. Performing this troubleshooting step is necessary to determine whether a 3rd party application is the cause of an Operating System / Application issue. Safe Mode should always be performed prior to a hard (factory) reset.
Chur
Stifilz
P.S wonder if there is any loop holes in safe mode
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Not token from, it already has been there like on the LG GT540
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stifilz said:
Taken from xperia support
SAFE MODE - XPERIA™ PLAY BY SONY ERICSSON
Safe Mode temporarily disables all applications that have been installed via the Android Market. Performing this troubleshooting step is necessary to determine whether a 3rd party application is the cause of an Operating System / Application issue. Safe Mode should always be performed prior to a hard (factory) reset.
Chur
Stifilz
P.S wonder if there is any loop holes in safe mode
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Thanks, Stifilz. That is what I have read and understood Android's safe mode's purpose was. I just have not seen my Sony tablet's safe mode do what Android's safe mode is suppose to do. From my experience, my Sony tablet's safe mode does not disable third-party apps.

stifilz said:
P.S wonder if there is any loop holes in safe mode
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That's the first thing I thought when I found safe mode
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Cat McGowan said:
Thanks, Stifilz. That is what I have read and understood Android's safe mode's purpose was. I just have not seen my Sony tablet's safe mode do what Android's safe mode is suppose to do. From my experience, my Sony tablet's safe mode does not disable third-party apps.
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When I did it diasbled them. Because I was like where the f**k is my terminal. Because I was going to have a poke around lol. Is it dffernet because you have root???? Unlikely but you never know.... LOL
Chur
Stifilz

Safe mode really can be a problem, the apps in the app draw is not there but if you made shortcuts of them you can access the apps, Google+ widget force closed, all widgets have been removed even if you come back to normal mode.
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[Q] boot up to safe mode

i suddenly boot up to safe mode recently ..and when i turn it back off ..it boot up normally ..
what can we do when were on safe mode ?
caer_ayu said:
i suddenly boot up to safe mode recently ..and when i turn it back off ..it boot up normally ..
what can we do when were on safe mode ?
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There is no safemode on Android.
Someguyfromhell there is safe mode... i once experience dis on my mini pro!
Someguyfromhell said:
There is no safemode on Android.
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Got safe mode in sony android phone, I also open it before...
Safe mode is actually used to remove the app/files, that caused bootloops in your system.
However, I was not aware of it being possible on 2011 Xperia devices.
Seems like it is possible, but we do not know, how to access it as it is not widely used on Android phones, because it is not needed, we got very easily accessible recovery that can do quite a lot.
So if there is a safe mode, how can we get there?
Someguyfromhell said:
Safe mode is actually used to remove the app/files, that caused bootloops in your system.
However, I was not aware of it being possible on 2011 Xperia devices.
Seems like it is possible, but we do not know, how to access it as it is not widely used on Android phones, because it is not needed, we got very easily accessible recovery that can do quite a lot.
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Yeah buddy, we gat very easily accessible recovery... i couldnt even remember how i nter tha Safe mode!
when i push the power button ..
i get a long vibrate and it repeat after boot animation ..
even i don't know how did i get to safe mode ..
and i can only use system apps ...
but no installed apps
caer_ayu said:
when i push the power button ..
i get a long vibrate and it repeat after boot animation ..
even i don't know how did i get to safe mode ..
and i can only use system apps ...
but no installed apps
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That's what's the safe mode about.
Someguyfromhell said:
That's what's the safe mode about.
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it's possible see link below;
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=26927207#post26927207
Just hold back button on bootanimation,if back does not work try menu.
It should work on all roms.
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I did it once with the xperia arc, put safe mode in the lower right corner of the screen, always go away after the first sony ericsson logo, but I do not get it in the model sk17i
Safe Mode is there!!
Someguyfromhell said:
Safe mode is actually used to remove the app/files, that caused bootloops in your system.
However, I was not aware of it being possible on 2011 Xperia devices.
Seems like it is possible, but we do not know, how to access it as it is not widely used on Android phones, because it is not needed, we got very easily accessible recovery that can do quite a lot.
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SAFE MODE!!
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[Q] Android phone with real walkie + app

I have an android phone model with built-in walkie talkie (UHF 400-470MHz) but the leading software is very limited. Anyone is encouraged to modify the program to be able to autoscan and other functions? This is the application: http://www.crocko.com/903E0046F8BC4EC796E0A3A033C82DC7/Intercom_1.0.rar
The model of walkie is runbo x3, it is a china mobile and is possible buy in aliexpress.
anyone?
Did anyone interested in reverse engineering done?
appear this in app:
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but autoscan function is not implemented in the application
ok, it is the app decoded with apktool: http://www.crocko.com/F2C4E96EA3464EC182958D2BC27F4EEF/Intercom_1.0.apk.rar what need modify for that autosearch function appear in the app?
did you get the ROOT? or enter into recovery mode?
in recovery yes and respond to fastboot commands but with adb not. Drivers is broken, not detect the phone, no possible root, the android version is android 2.3.5 updated, drivers and updates is possible download in this page: www.runbo.net/web/down.php or download all pack from: http://www.mediafire.com/?n1xgdq0o8mu253i
wuebas said:
in recovery yes and respond to fastboot commands but with adb not.
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how to enable the recovery?
vol up + power, laser light is powered, connect usb and work fastboot.
wuebas said:
vol up + power, laser light is powered, connect usb and work fastboot.
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vol up + power - fastboot mode. no problem with it
I mean mode of recovery.
the firmware file is recovery.img, then somehow it is possible to include
sorry, what is the key combination for entry in recovery mode?
wuebas said:
sorry, what is the key combination for entry in recovery mode?
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not found by experience, the manufacturer has not yet responded
work for you adb drivers?
ok, this update is with rooted image,
added superuser
deleted googleplay (recommended use applanet)
deleted bauidu chinesse app
deleted default launcher
added adwlauncher
added busybox
gingerbread 2.3.5 rooted for runbo x3:
http://www.mediafire.com/?cpsnn5h5l63q9rw
(if you like delete user data add this lines in flash_all.bat
fastboot erase userdata
fastboot flash userdata AP\userdata.img
)
Good daytime
Can you repost please decompiled Intercom APK?
How are you guys liking your runbo phones? I am really wanting one but I just needing a push to make the jump to buy one.
josefcrist said:
How are you guys liking your runbo phones? I am really wanting one but I just needing a push to make the jump to buy one.
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Jump now
I've had one for a week now, I can really recommend this phone for anyone who needs a rugged phone with up-to-date features. I even wash it daily without turning it off
Short pros and cons:
+good display with adequate brightness
+very loud speaker
+fm radio works without headset +(walkietalkie antenna required)
+HUGE battery, with my other phones I'm out of battery before evening, this lasts -over two days
+good camera
+very nice keypad
+doesn't weigh as much as it looks (300grams)
+dual standby sim works great
+hasn't crashed yet (haven't even turned it off for a week)
-needs a big pocket
-android keys get accidentally touched when using touchscreen
-usb port behind cumbersome door
-earpiece is very selective, needs to be placed accurately, otherwise good
-no focus action on camera button (hard to take pics in tight and dark places)
That's my 5cents
/VM
Well I made the jump and I am loving the runbo x3.
Runbo x3
have anyone rooted this phone!?? i need it badly.. anyone tried Bin4ry's tool to this phone? thanks to anyone who replies..thanks
sp0nge22 said:
have anyone rooted this phone!?? i need it badly.. anyone tried Bin4ry's tool to this phone? thanks to anyone who replies..thanks
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I did. Just use the method described in this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460

[Q] P769 Stock Recovery Mode

Wondering if there is a stock recovery mode for the P769. I know there's a recovery partition but I'm not sure if you can get an HBoot menu. I held down Power and Volume Down from a powered off state, but it simply displayed the LG logo, vibrated, and then powered off. I've also read that there is a button combination to do a Hard Reset. Anyways, I'm wondering if doing this
Code:
adb reboot recovery
would get an HBoot menu, simply turn off, or do a hard reset. Also, if that command gets to HBoot then what button combination can you do to get to it?
Do u mean CWM recovery? Its here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2095825
cmahendra said:
Do u mean CWM recovery? Its here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2095825
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I think he means the stock recovery that comes with the phone, as for the button combination, I dunno. holding the down button while powering on the phone always sent me into safe mode.
I can get into recovery mode by holding Vol Up + Home + Power
The screen say that this mode is use in LG service center to backup data. When phone connect to computer it show 2 removable drive but cannot access it. No use for me.
If you want to reboot your phone just hold power button for 10 seconds it'll shutdown. Then you can power on again.
Edit: Shutdown by holding power button 10 seconds not 10 minutes.
artit said:
I can get into recovery mode by holding Vol Up + Home + Power
The screen say that this mode is use in LG service center to backup data. When phone connect to computer it show 2 removable drive but cannot access it. No use for me.
If you want to reboot your phone just hold power button for 10 minutes it'll shutdown. Then you can power on again.
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I wonder what we can do at this special menu.....
saturnianalien: The L9 devices do not have the standard recovery menu like the HTC devices do(This is the recovery menu that looks like CWM).
kevev said:
I wonder what we can do at this special menu.....
saturnianalien: The L9 devices do not have the standard recovery menu like the HTC devices do(This is the recovery menu that looks like CWM).
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So what does the recovery partition in the L9 do? If I rebooted into recovery with adb, where would that get me?
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saturnianalien said:
So what does the recovery partition in the L9 do? If I rebooted into recovery with adb, where would that get me?
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Just try it. It don't reboot to CWM. It take you to recovery screen with this pic
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I don't know what we can do in this stock recovery mode. I can pull files from some directory via adb pull, but cannot use adb shell.
After this I just reboot my phone with adb reboot
LG stock recovery is limit. Samsung stock recovery allow me to flash some zip.
This is the same thing I get....

I think it is a challenge please help

after exhausting options regarding software decided to withdraw and live in safe mode I presume that is hardware problem but do not have the resources to send to repair i only wanted to know if exist a way to run whatsapp in safe mode or forced to run by adb, root browser remained in the background all this time
-no download mode
-no recovery
-only start when is a 0% battery
-this does not work for me http://forum.xda-developers.com/g2-mini/general/guide-unbrick-bricked-wrong-aboot-img-t3128896
-rooted phone
-safe mode
-root browser
-It is recognized by adb
-lg d620r lollipop
-i can`t power off
-sorry for my bad english :crying:
chacks1 said:
after exhausting options regarding software decided to withdraw and live in safe mode I presume that is hardware problem but do not have the resources to send to repair i only wanted to know if exist a way to run whatsapp in safe mode or forced to run by adb, root browser remained in the background all this time
-no download mode
-no recovery
-only start when is a 0% battery
-this does not work for me http://forum.xda-developers.com/g2-mini/general/guide-unbrick-bricked-wrong-aboot-img-t3128896
-rooted phone
-safe mode
-root browser
-It is recognized by adb
-lg d620r lollipop
-i can`t power off
-sorry for my bad english :crying:
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so you're stuck at safe mode and you can't power off the device !!
try to use adb to restart your phone generaly when you get into safe mode you have to just restart your phone to get out of it
numpea said:
so you're stuck at safe mode and you can't power off the device !!
try to use adb to restart your phone generaly when you get into safe mode you have to just restart your phone to get out of it
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I try and the volume- dont work and if I turn it off only able to power on when the battery is fully discharged.. i stuck in safe mode i give up i just want to know how to run whatsapp or any apk in safe mode
chacks1 said:
I try and the volume- dont work and if I turn it off only able to power on when the battery is fully discharged.. i stuck in safe mode i give up i just want to know how to run whatsapp or any apk in safe mode
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you're stuck in safe mode because your volume down don't work and the answer is no you can't
the purpose of safe-mode is exactly that no user apps are opened. It's not a mode you should permanently operate in
you should repair your phone
numpea said:
you're stuck in safe mode because your volume down don't work and the answer is no you can't
the purpose of safe-mode is exactly that no user apps are opened. It's not a mode you should permanently operate in
you should repair your phone
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2 apps are runing in background
wpa-wps tester and root browser i think is possible bypass any app u had any idea?
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2 apps are runing in background
wpa-wps tester and root browser i think is possible bypass any app u had any idea?
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if you can use root browser you can always try to add whatsapp to your system/app don't forget fix permissions and clear cache
if it doesn't work i'm sorry, i don't have any other ideas to how you can make it work
numpea said:
if you can use root browser you can always try to add whatsapp to your system/app don't forget fix permissions and clear cache
if it doesn't work i'm sorry, i don't have any other ideas to how you can make it work
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i discover that i can open apps trough android stuido i create a hello word apk and run in my phone but i dont know how to open whatsapp.apk in android studio

(Galaxy S20) Downloading, Do Not Turn Off Phone? What is this!?

Attached is an image I took of my wife's phone after putting her case back on.
Now, since I work in Frontend Web Development | Design & part-time Penetration Testing, she assumes I will know.
I have never seen this before. I have UTFSE and to no avail. I also am working hard on deploying this React.js web app, and I cannot figure out what the heck this is.
I did restart the phone in safe mode, then restarted back to normal. Everything is fine, failing to understand what this is and what happened.
I was hoping smarter people with Android would know this better than I did.
Samsung Galaxy S20
Carrier: Google Fi
Plan: Simply Unlimited
Bought: About 5 months ago, completely unlocked from Samsung, same with my S21 Ultra 5G 256GB.
Developer Options Enabled, only for USB Debugging, which I turned off because we never sideload apk's onto her phone.
When she put on her weird and overly complicated case, did she possibly press some button combinations that caused this odd bootloader sequence? Or what the heck is it? Never seen it, and it only says information about the bootloader. I am failing to understand. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, everyone.
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Attached is an image I took of my wife's phone after putting her case back on.
Now, since I work in Frontend Web Development | Design & part-time Penetration Testing, she assumes I will know.
I have never seen this before. I have UTFSE and to no avail. I also am working hard on deploying this React.js web app, and I cannot figure out what the heck this is.
I did restart the phone in safe mode, then restarted back to normal. Everything is fine, failing to understand what this is and what happened.
I was hoping smarter people with Android would know this better than I did.
Samsung Galaxy S20
Carrier: Google Fi
Plan: Simply Unlimited
Bought: About 5 months ago, completely unlocked from Samsung, same with my S21 Ultra 5G 256GB.
Developer Options Enabled, only for USB Debugging, which I turned off because we never sideload apk's onto her phone.
When she put on her weird and overly complicated case, did she possibly press some button combinations that caused this odd bootloader sequence? Or what the heck is it? Never seen it, and it only says information about the bootloader. I am failing to understand. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, everyone.
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There are basically four modes to android phones
System - normal everyday operation
Safe mode - normal everyday operation - Doesn't load 3rd party apps ie: apps from playstore etc. Usually pressing vol down key while phone is starting.
Recovery Mode - for clearing system cache, format etc. This mode is entered by pressing certain keys on your phone when starting the phone.
Download ( Odin ) Mode - Used for flashing Samsung firmware through PC app called Odin. This mode is entered by pressing certain keys on your phone when restarting the phone or using recovery mode.
From your screen shot you have entered into to 'download mode'. Press and hold the keys on the display to reboot back into system ( volume down + power buttons ) or recovery, safe or download mode again.
How to Boot Your Galaxy S20 into Recovery Mode or Download Mode
Recovery mode and download mode are useful for modding and they can come in handy in a pinch. Booting into recovery mode to do a factory reset or wipe cache fan save your Galaxy S20 from a soft brick, and entering download mode lets you install firmware with utilities like Odin and Smart Switch.
android.gadgethacks.com
spawnlives said:
There are basically four modes to android phones
System - normal everyday operation
Safe mode - normal everyday operation - Doesn't load 3rd party apps ie: apps from playstore etc. Usually pressing vol down key while phone is starting.
Recovery Mode - for clearing system cache, format etc. This mode is entered by pressing certain keys on your phone when starting the phone.
Download ( Odin ) Mode - Used for flashing Samsung firmware through PC app called Odin. This mode is entered by pressing certain keys on your phone when restarting the phone or using recovery mode.
From your screen shot you have entered into to 'download mode'. Press and hold the keys on the display to reboot back into system ( volume down + power buttons ) or recovery, safe or download mode again.
How to Boot Your Galaxy S20 into Recovery Mode or Download Mode
Recovery mode and download mode are useful for modding and they can come in handy in a pinch. Booting into recovery mode to do a factory reset or wipe cache fan save your Galaxy S20 from a soft brick, and entering download mode lets you install firmware with utilities like Odin and Smart Switch.
android.gadgethacks.com
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Thank you, I rebooted it into safe mode and then normal mode already, just curious how this happened, thank you.

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