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Avast internet security beta now available on android market for people who like and support them like me lol. Its a great software
apollopayne said:
Avast internet security beta now available on android market for people who like and support them like me lol. Its a great software
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Can you give me 3 reasons why I should install a virusscanner on a Linux platform?
fifarunnerr said:
Can you give me 3 reasons why I should install a virusscanner on a Linux platform?
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He/she not asking you to install it read their post.
OP thanks.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.avast.android.mobilesecurity
Nyssa1104 said:
He/she not asking you to install it read their post.
OP thanks.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.avast.android.mobilesecurity
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Thank for that and the link , it wouldn't let me link it? I'm a man lol If people want to know why i use it then its mainly for peace of mind that i have a AV checking everything that comes on my phone. I was just letting people know and spreading the word.
OP thats what this forum is about but any way each to their own..
Aside from the antivirus aspect of Avast Mobile Security, is there any real value in the other components of this software? Here's an excerpt from the description of this app:
"Control anti-theft features with remote SMS commands for: history wipe, phone lock, siren activation, GPS tracking, audio monitoring, and many other useful tools. Your ‘invisible’ app hides itself, making it extremely hard for thieves to find and disable. A standalone yet tightly integrated component of avast! Mobile Security, avast! Anti-Theft is the slyest component on the market. Formerly known as Theft Aware, the Anti-Theft portion of avast! Mobile Security has been recommended by leading industry experts that include T-Mobile, N-TV, AndroidPIT, and Android Police."
Is this just hype?
I am currently using Lookout for the "security" features, but some Lookout features are only available in the premium version, while the Avast app seems to offer similar features for free.
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Aside from the antivirus aspect of Avast Mobile Security, is there any real value in the other components of this software? Here's an excerpt from the description of this app:
"Control anti-theft features with remote SMS commands for: history wipe, phone lock, siren activation, GPS tracking, audio monitoring, and many other useful tools. Your ‘invisible’ app hides itself, making it extremely hard for thieves to find and disable. A standalone yet tightly integrated component of avast! Mobile Security, avast! Anti-Theft is the slyest component on the market. Formerly known as Theft Aware, the Anti-Theft portion of avast! Mobile Security has been recommended by leading industry experts that include T-Mobile, N-TV, AndroidPIT, and Android Police."
Is this just hype?
I am currently using Lookout for the "security" features, but some Lookout features are only available in the premium version, while the Avast app seems to offer similar features for free.
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I've installed the anti-theft and it works great, it integrates in your phone and when you activate it the app locks down so nobody can edit it. Then you can send SMS commands from another phone you select to lock the phone, make it scream, report its location, wipe data, disable settings and even continue to do so if the SIM card is removed. The intruder can't access the app because it "deletes" itself and you literally have to "call" your code to reactivate. But there is a HUGE list of advanced SMS commands you can send to your phone if its lost or stolen, including updating the lock message, activating a data connection, making it call a certain number, and performing specific actions on your phone. The first version is annoying though with the always-on icon, but they've fixed it now
MattDN93 said:
I've installed the anti-theft and it works great, it integrates in your phone and when you activate it the app locks down so nobody can edit it. Then you can send SMS commands from another phone you select to lock the phone, make it scream, report its location, wipe data, disable settings and even continue to do so if the SIM card is removed. The intruder can't access the app because it "deletes" itself and you literally have to "call" your code to reactivate. But there is a HUGE list of advanced SMS commands you can send to your phone if its lost or stolen, including updating the lock message, activating a data connection, making it call a certain number, and performing specific actions on your phone. The first version is annoying though with the always-on icon, but they've fixed it now
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Thank you for the feedback. Sounds worthwhile. I'll give it a try.
Would be so nice when somebody could mirror the apk...as always, i can´t install it on my sgsII (due to density settings perhaps?!).
Is someone here who likes to do that for me?
brooon said:
Would be so nice when somebody could mirror the apk...as always, i can´t install it on my sgsII (due to density settings perhaps?!).
Is someone here who likes to do that for me?
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http://db.tt/kja9IP27
is free????
apollopayne said:
http://db.tt/kja9IP27
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Thanks so much!
radeon7 said:
is free????
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Oh yes its free!
Will give it a try, some functions sound interesting, altough not the antivirus part.
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The anti theft feauture is awesome
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The anti-virus even with the latest version of avast has a problem for any app even if its clean but the anti-theft bit is great hence why i use on the anti theft bit and then use mylookout for the antivirus.
But would love to know which AV is the best for free of course!
This is the reborn version of Adblocker, which helps you block advertisements from various Ad-Network.
It can block advertisements in many aspects according to a pre-loaded-list, such as activities, views, hosts-based, webview-based, receivers and many many more.
It does not affect system hosts file, and does not conflict with it either. It also has whitelist feature so you can easily control it. You can also use it along with AdAway or other adblockers to extend its power, especially built-in app ads.
This module is being actively developed, and I will update it about every ten days. If you have any issues or want to contribute to the project, feel free to contact me via Github or XDA.
MOD EDIT
Numerous reports from users of certain devices that this module can disable things, cause erratic behaviour and other issues, have been reported.
Specifically, most of these seem to be related to users of Xiaomi's Mi-line of devices. In the case of these devices, the module can cause behaviour such as stopping the launcher and removing some options from settings, making the module difficult to remove.
Proceed with your own caution, and preferably a backup to restore if you encounter such erratic behaviours. This will also be posted in the OP of the thread.
There are varying alternatives that work well. This module has also NOT been updated at all lately, and it's recommended that users seek alternatives.
Download:
http://repo.xposed.info/module/com.aviraxp.adblocker.continued
Features:
- Activityies Block
- Views Block
- Hosts Block (Not affect system hosts file)
- WebView Block
- Services Block
- Receivers Block
- .............
Principle of Work:
I hook some fundamental classes and methods of Android system, check if they are included in a pre-loaded-list (maintained by me), and break the calling of these classes and methods if included. There might be some false positives so feel free to contact me.
FAQs:
- How does it work compared to AdAway and MinMinGuard?
AdAway modifies system hosts file to redirect some ad servers to local host, thus prevent from accessing them. MinMinGuard blocks some prebuilt app Ad providers from taking effect. My application have both of their features, and extends by blocking services and receivers.
- Where is the hosts' source?
Now, it covers Dan Pollock's hosts and some app specific blocking hosts. I am searching for good sources which is simple and effective. If you have some suggestions, feel free to let me know.
- Why does not it take effects to some browsers?
The reason is basically the same as unbeloved hosts. Some browsers have their own network solutions which conflict with the normal handling method. But for browsers which simply use original WebView loading method it works well.
- There are some false positives!
Contact me via Github or here. You can also use the whitelist feature. For element whitelist, just enable debug logging, find the element(activities, hosts, views...) according to a 'block success' line, and add them to the whitelist. Each element takes one line.
- I need to view ads for some reason.
Use the whitelist feature. However, some apps uses Android System WebView as an elements loader, so you should whitelist it too. But this will ramp down the power of blocking. I am working on a better whitelist feature.
- I want to donate to you for your work.
Use the PayPal donation option:https://www.paypal.me/wanghan1995315. But it will not make any difference or be a privilege for you. There is no such thing as advanced support.
- How can I contribute to you if I found something useful (hosts, Ad SDKs)?
I am working on a block list repo on Github. Feel free to open a pull request.
XDA:DevDB Information
AdBlocker Reborn, Xposed for all devices (see above for details)
Contributors
aviraxp
Source Code: https://github.com/aviraxp/AdBlocker_Reborn
Xposed Package Name: com.aviraxp.adblocker.continued
Version Information
Status: Stable
Current Stable Version: 1.5.1
Stable Release Date: 2017-03-13
Created 2017-02-11
Last Updated 2017-04-18
CHANGE LOG:
1.1.1:
- Fix an incremental bug which causes many false positives
- Add system apps protection
- Add shortcut block (all credits to apsun)
- Various Fixes
1.1:
- Add more builtin hosts
- Replace regular expression with Easylist rules to improve performance
- Tweak default preferences (Hiding is disabled and WebView Block is enabled)
- Introduce element whitelist
- Implement system framework apps protection
- Various fixes
1.0.2:
- Implement aggressive block toggle
- Add XDA link and PayPal donation
- Improve blocking effect by importing blacklist from AdScanner
- Address more false positives
Works flawlessly. Had some issues with MinMinGuard. I am currently using AdAway+Adblocker Reborn. Everything is perfect.
Version 1.0.2 has been updated. If you meet any issues feel free to contact me.
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works perfect atm,thanks
works as expected. great
Thank you for your work. Could anyone confirm if this module impact (negatively) battery duration ?
IgorMarinho said:
Thank you for your work. Could anyone confirm if this module impact (negatively) battery duration ?
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From my personal experience, it does not have any evident effect on battery. But to be honest, every exposed module will affect battery since the phone now has more work to do, which is implemented by the module. I will keep the battery consumption as low as possible.
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Uhm what exactly is the reason I should use this. I just tested a website for adblock check, whereas adaway active lead to first pic.
Disable adblock and enable this tool and restart lead to the second one. So obviously the ad had not been blocked by this mod.
Is your mod for ads in games or how should i understand that?
Just a bit confused, sry
Awesome module
What can this xposed module/app do that THIS APP can't? Just curious, thanks!
@aviraxp thanks a ton!! Obviously does the trick especially when it comes to being redirected to a million other places then what I clicked on. In that sense, that is something that adway does not do no matter what host file/s I use as well as adguard and minminguard. There were a couple sites I just about swore off because it was impossible to do anything as far as a navigation goes but I can do as I like now thank you very much.
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Uhm what exactly is the reason I should use this. I just tested a website for adblock check, whereas adaway active lead to first pic.
Disable adblock and enable this tool and restart lead to the second one. So obviously the ad had not been blocked by this mod.
Is your mod for ads in games or how should i understand that?
Just a bit confused, sry
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I guess you are using Opera, right? Opera has its own proxy solution and unfortunately it does not use the system web view, thus I cannot get it work with the same reason as UnbelovedHosts. I am still searching for more stable hooking methods.
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@aviraxp Does this continuation of "pl.cinek.adblocker" ?
exodius48 said:
@aviraxp Does this continuation of "pl.cinek.adblocker" ?
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Generally, yes. But his code only covers about 10% of this app. You can think this is a new app too.
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aviraxp said:
Generally, yes. But his code only covers about 10% of this app. You can think this is a new app too.
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Nice.
Just a feature request, hope this app can block all miui ads. :angel:
exodius48 said:
Nice.
Just a feature request, hope this app can block all miui ads. :angel:
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Sadly I do not have xiaomi devices. For MIUI, you can use other tools like RootToolsNeo.
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aviraxp said:
Sadly I do not have xiaomi devices. For MIUI, you can use other tools like RootToolsNeo.
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Ah..ok, nevermind.
Just gave the module another go, still having the same issue.
I'm playing this game : Animation Throwdown the Quest for Cards, and i have minminguard installed and the game whitelisted, the game offers ads in exchange for some increased drop rates, and you have to click on the watch button for the ads to start, which in my setup works well.
When i install this module, activate, whitelist the game, reboot (exact steps), clicking the watch ads button in game does nothing, rebooting doesn't change anything.
Once i disable/remove the module and reboot i can run the ads again, haven't tried with other apps since i don't have any others with ads in them tbh.
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Just gave the module another go, still having the same issue.
I'm playing this game : Animation Throwdown the Quest for Cards, and i have minminguard installed and the game whitelisted, the game offers ads in exchange for some increased drop rates, and you have to click on the watch button for the ads to start, which in my setup works well.
When i install this module, activate, whitelist the game, reboot (exact steps), clicking the watch ads button in game does nothing, rebooting doesn't change anything.
Once i disable/remove the module and reboot i can run the ads again, haven't tried with other apps since i don't have any others with ads in them tbh.
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I am addressing this issue, but I need more info. Does every time you click the ads it does nothing?
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I have wake-up tracking enabled on rooted Galaxy S5 6.0.1, Greenify v3.9.5. With Greenify open, if I long-press on an app awaiting hibernation that wakes up frequently, then press the menu dots I get a "Check convention fulfillment" option. Greenify then shows a transient pop-up message "Not targeting API 24+". However I do not know, and cannot find an answer on Greenify support or anywhere else, as to what this means. Does it mean that the Greenify hibernation mechanism is only targeting API 24+ for these hard-to-keep-hibernated apps or that the apps themselves target API 24+ and are therefor hard for Greenify to work with? Marshmallow 6.0.1 is API 23. Does this mean that I need to install an older version of Greenify in order to target my API 23 system, or do I need to find older versions of the hard-to-keep-hibernated system apps such as Google App, Gallery, ShootingModeProvider, etc. Camera is a special nightmare to keep hibernated. It appears that Google wants to keep the Camera on at all times.
Any guidance appreciated.
Thanks,
Bruce
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I have wake-up tracking enabled on rooted Galaxy S5 6.0.1, Greenify v3.9.5. With Greenify open, if I long-press on an app awaiting hibernation that wakes up frequently, then press the menu dots I get a "Check convention fulfillment" option. Greenify then shows a transient pop-up message "Not targeting API 24+". However I do not know, and cannot find an answer on Greenify support or anywhere else, as to what this means. Does it mean that the Greenify hibernation mechanism is only targeting API 24+ for these hard-to-keep-hibernated apps or that the apps themselves target API 24+ and are therefor hard for Greenify to work with? Marshmallow 6.0.1 is API 23. Does this mean that I need to install an older version of Greenify in order to target my API 23 system, or do I need to find older versions of the hard-to-keep-hibernated system apps such as Google App, Gallery, ShootingModeProvider, etc. Camera is a special nightmare to keep hibernated. It appears that Google wants to keep the Camera on at all times. Any guidance appreciated.
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Best guidance is to stop trying to hibernate everything vs concentrating on the small subset of app/services that disrupt sleep/doze or otherwise exhibit 'bad behaviors. Blanket hibernation is a fools errand that offers no benefits and will likely increase power draw and side effects. Responding to your core question is much easier when there is an actual problem to solve.
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Best guidance is to stop trying to hibernate everything vs concentrating on the small subset of app/services that disrupt sleep/doze or otherwise exhibit 'bad behaviors. Blanket hibernation is a fools errand that offers no benefits and will likely increase power draw and side effects. Responding to your core question is much easier when there is an actual problem to solve.
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Thank you for your opinion regarding the relative number of apps to hibernate, Davey, and for pointing out that, technically speaking, I posed the wrong question. I will certainly consider your opinion.
As to my question, let me try this again... Can anyone who understands the "Wake-up Tracking" functionality in Greenify please provide a technical explanation of the output of "Wake-up Tracking" or point me to Greenify documentation with such explanation?
Many thanks!
Bruce
BruceElliott said:
As to my question, let me try this again... Can anyone who understands the "Wake-up Tracking" functionality in Greenify please provide a technical explanation of the output of "Wake-up Tracking" or point me to Greenify documentation with such explanation?
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Update your app portfolio...including Greenify itself.
See also https://forum.xda-developers.com/ap...e-greenify-t3704967/post76590137#post76590137.
The advantages:
1. others trust your project more because they can check the source code themselves
2. (optionally, you do not have to let others work on your project) others can not only report bugs & freature requests, they can also fix & implement things.
@oasisfeng What do you think? If you do not want, just tell me.
hcur said:
@oasisfeng What do you think? If you do not want, just tell me.
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There's no plan in the recent future to open source Greenify, mainly due to the risk of app background control mechanism being gamed by bad apps.
There were already many apps tried to trick the working mode detection algorithm of Greenify to treat them as working in the background, thus not hibernated as expected.
Greenify has constantly improved the detection algorithm in the past, to defeat the ever advancing behaviors of bad apps. It's really a hard battle. Open sourcing Greenify will only make it more vulnerable to bad apps.
my question is as above in the title
btw i saw about replucant on gnu's website
thoughts about it?
how would it protect my privacy
and i have been told that even if i start using repulcant google service will be another privacy threat
i want to know also how google services can be privacy threat do they have malicious code made by like other trackers (like windows trackers ...websites... etc..)
The most basic thing you should do:
do not grant various apps on your phone the permission to access your album, contact, sms or email, location and so on, unless you really need to use their functions that require such permission.
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The most basic thing you should do:
do not grant various apps on your phone the permission to access your album, contact, sms or email, location and so on, unless you really need to use their functions that require such permission.
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ik ! but i want to protect myself from the tracking or spying of google
Root your device, preferably a 'clean' way (without questionable root software that can do more harm than good). Make a TWRP backup or similar, just in case you stuff your device.
Allow installation of apps from unknown sources in "Security > Unknown Sources". Then install AdAway (ad-blocker) from f-droid.org. https://f-droid.org/packages/org.adaway/. F-droid is officially linked from the AdAway website https://adaway.org/ since it was banned on the Google Play Store, which is testament to how much of a threat it is to Google.
The key (to me) is to kill Google's main revenue first: ads. Along with the revenue of all the other adware/tracking/spyware creators who wish to do business on the Spyware Store. The second way to kill them is to use ad-free apps as much as possible (f-droid.org can probably cater to most needs).
Installing a keyboard that doesn't spy on you is fairly important to me. You might consider AnySoftKeyboard or others from f-droid.org. After switching to the new keyboard, uninstall your default Google keyboard using your preferred root uninstaller. You can use Play Store apps like Titanium Backup to uninstall & backup if you wish. You can download Play Store apps without using Play Store by just getting their APK files on sites like https://apps.evozi.com/apk-downloader/ though some apps and games will require Google Play Store and related spyware to run. To me, those that do require Google Play Store and related spyware components aren't even worth considering.
Uninstall every single Google app on your device. Including Voice components. Plus the Play Store and related Services Framework and heaps of other Google Spyware. I have finally started to compile a list of those I have found to be safe to remove, so if you need more details, I might be able to help a bit.
There are usually better apps for Mail, Contacts, Maps, Gallery, Calculator, SMS, messaging, Calendar, Camera, etc. They are freely available without tracking/analytics, adware & spyware. An extremely good place to start inorder to get the basics are the Simple Mobile Tools apps from Tibor Kaputa https://simplemobiletools.github.io/
If you want to spend your money, consider giving it to guys like this.
Some root uninstallers I have tried have been extremely unreliable, leaving your device essentially bricked after they fail to start after removing a component, or by giving you dumb error messages after removing a safe component that other root uninstallers have no trouble with. Regrettably, I have yet to find a decent open source root uninstaller. At the moment I am using Titanium Backup to uninstall unwanted apps and components from Google, unwanted spyware from the chipset manufacturer & unwanted spyware from the device manufacturer. Personally I don't use any of the stock apps, including the stock launcher. All of these companies have a long history of customer privacy violations. All profit from profiling you and selling you out to their partners.
There are useful (adware/tracking-infested) Play Store apps like MyAndroidTools that allow you to disable certain components from certain apps which might also be useful to you. This was available on Google's Play Store but now does not appear. I use it for apps like Firefox, to disable the Crap Components I do not want running.
You might also consider XPrivacy or XPrivacyLua which gives you more control over what apps can do. You might also consider changing your DNS settings from Google's to another with apps like DNS man.
Google is the Spyware King at the moment with literally billions of devices in use, eclipsing Microsoft and Apple soyware in terms of numbers of devices in use.
You have many different ways to protect your Android phone. You should use a strong password and backup your phone. Here is good article about it: imei.info/news/android-privacy-protect
You can just check it.