Here's the current Chrome 29 that I've recompiled so that it does not dim on the Galaxy S4. This should work on any version S4. Keep in mind, this will not auto-update via the Play Store since it's been modified.
Also note that this is seen as a different app (that's how the phone doesn't see to dim the screen), so you can have both this and the unmodified Chrome installed at the same time. This also means that if you have a link on a homescreen to Chrome already, you'll need to replace it with a link to this one.
http://www.mediafire.com/download/pu0nh5o5jzius7k/com.android.khrome-1.apk
Excellent! I'll try this out. The screen dimming drives me crazy. If I wanted it to dim, I would reduce the brightness!
Thank you very much!
Says problem parsing the package when I try to install?
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It says application not installed for me
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elkay said:
Here's the current Chrome 29 that I've recompiled so that it does not dim on the Galaxy S4. This should work on any version S4. Keep in mind, this will not auto-update via the Play Store since it's been modified.
Also note that this is seen as a different app (that's how the phone doesn't see to dim the screen), so you can have both this and the unmodified Chrome installed at the same time. This also means that if you have a link on a homescreen to Chrome already, you'll need to replace it with a link to this one.
http://www.mediafire.com/download/pu0nh5o5jzius7k/com.android.khrome-1.apk
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sweet thanks :good:
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sweet thanks :good:
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Sorry, been busy. Did you guys work out the install issue? If not, I can take a look at it this weekend and see why it might be failing for you.
Aosp browser is twice as fast as chrome. Making the switch was huge for me. Benchmark tests rating chrome as being slower than aosp, firefox, and opera.
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I didn't see a thread on this but last night I noticed I was able to download the Facebook app to my 10.1 and it works fine, albeit it looks simply like a very stretched version of the phone application. It does work, though, and fairly well at that.
yup. Works fine!
I installed it and it worked for a bit but now its useless
It's still garbage... I've sideloaded a few older versions plus the latest version from the market and its still just basic at best.
Still haven't fixed the FC everytime you try to go to your friends list.
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BoostinBen said:
I didn't see a thread on this...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1260000
FriendCaster and TweetCaster great for Tab.
but why, i use the full facebook on the browser, it is nicer
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but why, i use the full facebook on the browser, it is nicer
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Yep, I like the browser too. There's nothing much wrong with it.
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Yep, I like the browser too. There's nothing much wrong with it.
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Yeah, but typing replies is a pain in the butt. We need MyPad ported from the iOS
Friendcaster works better now since they got rid of the Tab beta version but they've basically reverted to an over-sized phone UI instead of the immensely superior split-screen set-up the beta had.
I'm hoping the next update to the proper version will re-introduce the better Tab-oriented UI.
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Friendcaster works better now since they got rid of the Tab beta version but they've basically reverted to an over-sized phone UI instead of the immensely superior split-screen set-up the beta had.
I'm hoping the next update to the proper version will re-introduce the better Tab-oriented UI.
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I'm on the latest non-tab-specific version, and it looks identical to the tab beta....
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If you don't mind me asking, what version are you running?
I've got 3.20.2 and even with the 'enlarged UI mode' checked in the settings, it just makes it look like the phone version but bigger.
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If you don't mind me asking, what version are you running?
I've got 3.20.2 and even with the 'enlarged UI mode' checked in the settings, it just makes it look like the phone version but bigger.
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Step666 said:
Friendcaster works better now since they got rid of the Tab beta version but they've basically reverted to an over-sized phone UI instead of the immensely superior split-screen set-up the beta had.
I'm hoping the next update to the proper version will re-introduce the better Tab-oriented UI.
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I'm on the latest non-tab-specific version, and it looks identical to the tab beta....
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Agreed. I have the newest friendcaster app direct from the market (not the tab beta version) and it auto detected mine was a tab on install and installed the tab version. It looks like my version is 3.20.2
Uploaded to dropbox for you although you should be able to get from market.
http://db.tt/ya3PiHjl
Yep, 3.20.2 here also. Works well.
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Huh, weird.
I uninstalled and reinstalled it and now I see the proper UI...
The only thing bugging me about the new Friendcaster is the ad at the bottom. Actually, there is never an ad there, it just says "Click here to disable ads for thirty days!" It takes me to a broken link. I would love to share Fridnscaster to get rid of this ad, but I guess we have to live with it for now.
(That link worked in the Tab beta version.)
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The only thing bugging me about the new Friendcaster is the ad at the bottom. Actually, there is never an ad there, it just says "Click here to disable ads for thirty days!" It takes me to a broken link. I would love to share Fridnscaster to get rid of this ad, but I guess we have to live with it for now.
(That link worked in the Tab beta version.)
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Use an ad blocker app like "AdFree" (only if you're rooted though)
Tivo7 said:
Use an ad blocker app like "AdFree" (only if you're rooted though)
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You still get the bar popping up at the bottom, it's just blank instead.
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You still get the bar popping up at the bottom, it's just blank instead.
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Yeah but you cant like accidentally click it to open up an unwanted window.
I recently came upon a great note taking app called Papyrus Beta. The app developer has now added support for the s-pen on the G-Note. One killer feature is the ability for the app to distinguish between s-pen input and finger input, so you can use the s-pen to write and finger to erase. If you watch the demo video in the Play Store the developer talks about additional functionality that they are hoping to bring to the app in future updates, including other uses for the s-pen button and wireless note syncing.
If you are an obsessive compulsive note taker like me, you should definitely check this app out!
Play Store link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.steadfastinnovation.android.projectpapyrus
Edit: I see that this app has already been mentioned in the N7000 forums. Here's the link to that thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1580716
[UPDATE] The new update to this app brings support for Galaxy Note ICS!! I've only tested it on the Team Perfection's ICS Objection RC3 ROM and it works perfectly; I can't guarantee that it will work for all custom ROMS. Everyone should check out this app.
Looks nice... I can't see it in the market, and on the Web it says not comparable, lol
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I just checked the link and got this.
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Yeah I got it too when I tried again.
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I just checked the link and got this.
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I'm on stock GB and I was able to install from the web and it shows up in the market. Maybe it's not compatible with the Note on ICS?
I sent an email to the developers to see if it is compatible with ICS.
I'm on gingerbread too running stock saurom and it's still incompatible. Why?! So many apps have been doing this too me.
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I sent an email to the developers to see if it is compatible with ICS.
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I just saw in the "What's New" section in the Play Store listing it says "Samsung Galaxy Note Support (Gingerbread)", so it must not be ICS compatible yet. That sucks.
ugh dang why is it not working on mine. i really want to try this app. What rom are you on?
Loaded for me on Seraphim ICS (240 DPI). Active Pen isn't an option on this device, however.
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Loaded for me on Seraphim ICS (240 DPI). Active Pen isn't an option on this device, however.
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Howd you get it to load it says not compatible with mine as well maybe I need to change my DPI to stock first?
Could anybody possibly post the .apk since it is a free app right now would really love to try it out
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Howd you get it to load it says not compatible with mine as well maybe I need to change my DPI to stock first?
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I'm at 240, while stock is 320. If it's not the DPI, it might've been something with the ROM itself, since I'm on Seraphim ICS. Without it recognizing the s-Pen, its useless anyway. It recognizes the s-Pen for selecting things right until you create a new note, then it completely ignores it. There's an option in settings to enable the Active Pen, but it doesn't recognize it as a compatible device for that.
I'm also on Seraphim and I was able to download it. I can't write anything with my finger or s-pen.
Also here is a download link if you still have problems
http://goo.gl/BB6oB
Edit: After a reboot my finger worked but still no pen. They're still in beta, only a matter of time i suppose.
I have an email in to the developer also about stock compatibility. I'll post when I get a response.
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I'm also on Seraphim and I was able to download it. I can't write anything with my finger or s-pen.
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Weird, finger works for me for drawing notes. Pen is ignored.
The silly thing is I can use the pen to select all the buttons and options, I just can't use it on the drawing portion of the app. Finger is recognized fine though.
https://www.box.com/shared/b283383e1a8966bea6eb
I am on ICS alpha II and the s-pen is not working with this app. Looks pretty cool though.
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Weird, finger works for me for drawing notes. Pen is ignored.
The silly thing is I can use the pen to select all the buttons and options, I just can't use it on the drawing portion of the app. Finger is recognized fine though.
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In the app settings there is a toggle to enable the pen. Do you have it checked?
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ugh dang why is it not working on mine. i really want to try this app. What rom are you on?
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I'm on the stock Gingerbread with Da_G's rooted kernel. I'm using a Rogers Galaxy Note (I717R).
I am on Saurom Rc7.1
Loaded fine for me. Looks to have potential
Eric
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In the app settings there is a toggle to enable the pen. Do you have it checked?
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It is not selectable for me.
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Anyone on JB have any luck? I get through the permissions / sign on process, then it quits trying to load the start page. I'm currently on Greys Cm, 10 rom.
Chrome usually doesn't work well on HTC Devices running AOSP...
Also chrome isn't a beta anymore
I think he is taking about the test releases that they started...
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I think he is taking about the test releases that they started...
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I haven't tried it I just figured I'd add my two cents, on JB the stock browser is by far the most effective
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Anyone on JB have any luck? I get through the permissions / sign on process, then it quits trying to load the start page. I'm currently on Greys Cm, 10 rom.
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I'm also running Greys cm10 and I get the same problem. I tried it on my nexus 7 and I think stock jb browser is still better.
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I think he is taking about the test releases that they started...
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Test releases? Link me up
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Test releases? Link me up
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chrome.beta
it's weird cuz when I manually search for the app Chrome Beta it only finds the regular Chrome. I found a link on Android Police I think and they had the google play store link for the app.
edit: btw Chrome Beta is much faster with ICS. I'm on Ineffabilis Deus 1.2 ICS 4.0.3
Has anyone been able to get Beta to work recently? I have never gotten it to, and am mostly running Neo's Roms. It installs, lets me login, but then closes without any warning. Just curious what other people are experiencing. Link for Beta since it hides when you search for it in case you want to try it: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chrome.beta
You should (or at least this is how I was doing it) be able to see them if you search online at the play store... Then just downloaded it whichever device you want to use it on
unrelated but it still amazes me i can click install on my computer and it downloads on my phone.. freakin magic
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unrelated but it still amazes me i can click install on my computer and it downloads on my phone.. freakin magic
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Didn't I say that?
My phone did not like the chrome beta, it just kept crashing.
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My phone did not like the chrome beta, it just kept crashing.
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Thanks for confirming it wasn't only me!
I also haven't been able to use Chrome beta. It immediately closes as soon as I try to type in the address bar.
Current ROM: Tron v1.2 - HTC Rezound
Just re downloaded it... Works fine for me. The Brower itself is just really bad though... I never used it because it was slow and clunky.... I'm a dolphin fan...
Anyone else having connection errors with the main Facebook app or even trying to link their Facebook account with other apps like, Ruzzle and FriendCaster? I have tried everything and nothing seems to work. It's just odd...
Sounds like a Facebook error. Also more info would be nice like rom
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Sorry about that. I posted this in the ROM thread but I don't think it's ROM related.
ROM: [Rom] AOKP(Jellybean 4.1.2) | Task650 & Ktoonsez (12/2)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574718
Happens to me also. I'll just be scrolling through facebook, and the "connection error" bar will come down even though I have a perfectly good connection. It won't load anything new until the app is killed and restarted. And then it's only a matter of time before it happens again. I'm going to go ahead and blame it on the app.
It's not the ROM. It's been happening on my gnex, nexus 7, and my wife's HTC one S. ****ty app is ****ty.
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It's not the ROM. It's been happening on my gnex, nexus 7, and my wife's HTC one S. ****ty app is ****ty.
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Excellent. At least we have come to the conclusion that it's Facebook and not the ROM or my phone. I guess we'll just have to keep harassing Facebook until they finally so something...
did you guys modify hosts file to block ads? I did that and had connection trouble with some sites/apps. I couldnt pinpoint the entry so I just cleared it. just a thought.
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did you guys modify hosts file to block ads? I did that and had connection trouble with some sites/apps. I couldnt pinpoint the entry so I just cleared it. just a thought.
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Wow that was literally my problem! I use AdAway, disabled ad blocking, and Facebook works beautifully now...! Let me see if I can mess with the files to not block Facebook. Thank you!
no prob.
for anyone else, be sure to disable the blocking (meaning, clear the hosts of entries) instead of just uninstalling. uninstalling adaway while its still enabled leaves the host filled with all the adblocking lists. they should change that.
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Wow that was literally my problem! I use AdAway, disabled ad blocking, and Facebook works beautifully now...! Let me see if I can mess with the files to not block Facebook. Thank you!
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I'd rather not disable my adblocker... I'll see if I can figure out what's causing it. Maybe not though, as I haven't had any trouble at all recently. Perhaps the hosts were updated to account for this.
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I'd rather not disable my adblocker... I'll see if I can figure out what's causing it. Maybe not though, as I haven't had any trouble at all recently. Perhaps the hosts were updated to account for this.
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I still have AdAway blocking, I just had to uncheck graph.facebook.com. Don't know why they would want to block Facebook. I emailed the developer to see if there was any more Facebook restrictions.
If you're like me, you like to use Chrome, but you hate the ads. Especially here on XDA. I started out using AdBlock Plus, but it interfered with my MMS. Then I came across NoChromo. Fan-friggin-tastic! Check it out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-nochromo-wild-browser-appears-t3130776
uhmm what
Well, if you can't figure out my post, try clicking on the link. I think it's pretty clear. I thought I was too, but apparently not.
Nice find! Cheers mate.
Sweet. Will try it out.
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Thx, but lg g4 install which one??
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Thx, but lg g4 install which one??
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The arm32 one worked fine for me.
But g4 snapdragon808 is not support 64bits?
I'm liking this a lot, scrolling through web pages is super smooth as there are no ads to load.
I am a huge fan of this app. This is just by far the best web browsing experience I've had on any device
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If you're like me, you like to use Chrome, but you hate the ads. Especially here on XDA. I started out using AdBlock Plus, but it interfered with my MMS. Then I came across NoChromo. Fan-friggin-tastic! Check it out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-nochromo-wild-browser-appears-t3130776
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Thanks, yes the XDA ads nowadays are massive and slow the heck out of page loading. Huge 300 x 600 px one on my desktop is a pain, always some flash movie ad thing.
Downloaded the 64-bit one. Which one is right for the G4? 64=bit seems to work fine though, so maybe it doesn't matter.
Thanks for sharing :good:
NoChromo-arm64-v45.0.2420.0-2 works perfect
Issues: 1- Bookmarks not found 2- No updates.
Awesome! Thanks for this, I've been dying for some root to install adaway, but this will help me coup.
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Bookmarks issue SOLVED :good:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=61613447&postcount=135
Moe560 said:
Bookmarks issue SOLVED :good:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=61613447&postcount=135
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How to rename icon?
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How to rename icon?
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I use Apex launcher, when you install the launcher, then long press any icon, then edit the name.
P.s you also need to install "icon pack" in order to change nochromo icon to Chrome icon.
WOW
I installed the arm64 version and I'm blown away with the speed and smoothness of this browser. When someone else said it was like night and day they wasnt kidding.
If you don't get this ad free version of chrome then you must need your head examining. Less data, still sync bookmarks, passwords, data etc and no ads resulting in fast as hell browsing. I'm blown away by this browser.
Thanks for sharing this.
Any difference really between this and using the hosts file with AdAway?
i dl and compare!
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I don't see any difference in loadingtime with this and chrome+adaway!