just brought this to help out EVO users
1.Requires root: SD Maid Next 1 can free up your memory
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=eu.thedarken.sdm
2.7zipper- You can use to decompress 7z files (ps1 games are usually compressed liked this) fpse won't play the games in this format so you need to decompress them you can just use a pc but if you don't have 1 and own a ps1 game this is a great tool https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.joa.zipperplus7
3.Multi Picture Live Wallpaper- great live wallpaper that allows you to set various a wallpapers per homescreen it has many customisation features to many to list here
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.tamanegi.wallpaper.multipicture
4.Scan Media-simply runs the phones media scanner which I was astonished that really the only way to do this (at least with my phone) was by unmounting and remounting the sd card you have to do this sometimes especially if u download something after you turn on your phone some applications won't find the media unless you do this
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dcd.scanmedia
5.Easy Downloader- it speeds up downloads and can be used to download videos
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.et.easy.download
6.Utorrent- from the same people who made the PC version also who invented the protocol anyways it can be used to download torrents directly from your phone it is the only torrent app I used that actually works on my phone
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.utorrent.client
7.Pirate Bay Browser- it can be used to search an find torrent files (from pirate bay) it has a very nice interface and works great with utorrent making it very easy to find and download torrents when coupled together
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.caffeinelab.pbb
8.Requires root: Links2sd- a must have it can be used for uninstalling system apps moving apps to system memory it makes every app able to move to the sd card it can do lots of things
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.buak.Link2SD
9.Mx Player- it is the best video player I've used great if your having problems playing videos and a million times better than the system player
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mxtech.videoplayer.ad
10.Tiger Arcade- it can be used to emulate mame and neo geo games it can also be used for cps1 and 2 and d mame also you'll need a bios file called neo geo.zip to emulate neo geo games (Google it) anyways this is the free version in order to enable saving you'll need to buy it anyways this app isn't on the play store anymore so I put it on drop box
http://db.tt/xDIi4eUO
11.Whatsapp- if you don't have it WTH r u waiting for best instant messaging app on android it's cross platform (android IOS BlackBerry Windows etc) lots of features is just great
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.whatsapp
12.Voxer- it's a PTT (push to talk) app basically kinda like a walkie talkie you basically hold down a button start talking and that's your friend receives it and the cycle continues no more need to type that's old school lol
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rebelvox.voxer
13.Viber- you can use it to make voice calls over the internet yes you can use it to make FREE calls over the internet the call quality is great (much better than regular calls) as long as you have a good connection it also doubles as a messaging app though no where near as full featured as whatsapp the main draw is that messages pop right up on the screen so you can reply without actually entering the app
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.viber.voip
14.Smileys for Chat- So you got your social apps down what u need now is a smiley app lol this app is a collection of images memes etc that you can use to spice up some chats
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.androidsx.smileys
15.App Lock- it's used to lock applications you select with pin patterns etc has features including widget for toggling locks on and off
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.domobile.applock
16.Simple Text- Used to create widgets using text and shapes pretty good if you know what your doing
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.redphx.simpletext
17.Stick Fighter- can be used to make stick man animations directly from your phone this app uses a method where u get some figures and adjust joint and placement etc to create animations
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tweber.stickfighter.activities
18.Stick Draw- It's also used for stick man animations with this app u have to actually draw the figures though that sounds bad it really isn't this has a lot of features and I prefer this to stick fighter but everyone might not feel that way so I put em both
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bingzer.android.stickdraw
19.Opera mini- this is the extra mini version (there two versions this 1and the full-fledged browser) that I use when I want to get something quick and I don't wanna go into dolphin
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.opera.mini.android
20.Requires root:Ad free- Best app ever it removes ads from applications
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.bigtincan.android.adfree
21.G-Reader- u can use it to subscribe to feeds and read then right on your android device I use it to keep up with my tech news all my friends wonder how an so informed lol
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.noinnion.android.greader.reader
22.Crack your screen- fool your friends into thinking you cracked your phones screen even better if your can somehow get it installed on their phone
http://market.android.com/details?id=mk.g6.crackyourscreen
23.Dropbox- cloud storage application use your upload files to a cloud comes with 2gb free storage also has a desktop so you can use for immediate integration
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.dropbox.android
24.ImageSearch- image search application can search images by file type size etc great if you wanna download done pics quick without entering a browser
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.wagachat.imagesearch
25.My Data Manager- use to monitor you data usage can use to a data plan view how your using data view what apps are using data on pie chart graph and other forms it's great if your on a limited data plan
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.mobidia.android.mdm
26.Speed Test- use to test the speed of your internet connection can test Wi-Fi or mobile network connection
http://market.android.com/details?id=org.zwanoo.android.speedtest
27.XDA-needs no introduction a mobile app for connecting to XDA
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.quoord.tapatalkxda.activity
28.WiFi kill-can kill the connection of people on a Wi-Fi network can only be legally used on your network
http://db.tt/gV5gUqyj
29. Wi-Fi Mac address changer- can use to change your Wi-Fi Mac address and browse anonymously or another example would be this network that I own in which this app may be used I set it up in a way (just 2 test d app) where you can connect but if you try to go online you get a page with a prompt asking for your password so what I did was use Wi-Fi kill to find out the mac address of pc currently connected to the Wi-Fi networks Mac address then change my Mac address to that and presto chango I could use the network
http://db.tt/v0LWFxJp
30. Network Spoofer- can do various things to a network your connected to like change all pictures to a pre selected 1 blur images flip images redirect to a particular website change text in Google searches change all YouTube videos to a pre defined one ETC but can only be legally used on your network
Netw
http://db.tt/13r2QZKz
31. Requires root : DroidSheepGuard FREE- guards against those attacks apps above use when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks it also comes automatically when connecting to Wi-Fi networks
http://market.android.com/details?id=de.trier.infsec.koch.droidsheep.guard.free
32.Quickpic-stock gallery app alternative http://market.android.com/details?id=com.alensw.PicFolder
33.Zedge- The app for zedge's mobile site it has games wallpapers live wallpapers but what I mostly use it for is ringtones instead of having to open up a browser I can do it from this little app and you can't beat the price of free
http://market.android.com/details?id=net.zedge.android
34 Virtual world 4 live wallpaper- very cool live wallpaper that uses your gyroscope and accelerometer to simulate a 3d virtual environment works surprisingly well
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=Hammer.App.Vw2
35. Dock4Droid- kind of like rocket dock for PC and the dock u get on Mac pretty cool has customization options but some features don't come in the free version but it's still good
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.urbandroid.dock
36. Jump gate live wallpaper- a cool 3d live wallpaper where you see an android flying through space he can do a barrel roll if you double tap on him
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fishnoodle.jumpgate_free
37. Desktop visualizer- use to set images as widgets
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.bii.android.app.dskvzr
38.Barcode Scanner-
Use for scanning barcodes
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.aurorasoftworks.quadrant.ui.standard&feature=order_history
40.Memory Booster-
Boost the RAM on your phone.
https://market.android.com/details?id=imoblife.memorybooster.lite&feature=search_result
41.Stopwatch and Timer-
I know what you thinking and no android doesn't come with 1 lol
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sportstracklive.stopwatch&feature=search_result
42.Sky.FM radio-
Internet radio
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.audioaddict.sky&feature=search_result
43.Fancy Widgets-
Pretty self explanatory lol
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.anddoes.fancywidgets
44.Picsay-
Simple photo editor with just the right amount of features lol
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.shinycore.picsayfree&feature=search_result
45.Agile Lock Free-
Sense 3.0 locksreen
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.nanoha.SenseScreen&feature=search_result
46.Ringtone Maker Free-
Make ringtones DUH!
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.buble.fresh&feature=apps_topselling_new_free
47.Best Voice Changer-
Changes your voice.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.scoompa.voicechanger&feature=apps_topselling_new_free
48.Funny Facts Free 8000
Funny facts lol
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.srsdev.allfacts&feature=search_result
49.*requires root* Titanium Backup ★ root-
Data backup, I know most people already have this but if u don't have it is the best backup app by faaaar I mean like seriously lol
50.Airdroid-
Send a file from your PC to your phone over a WiFi network
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sand.airdroid&feature=search_result
51.Poweramp Music Player-
Best music player in my opinion
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.maxmpz.audioplayer&feature=search_result
52.Unified Remote-
Use your android as a remote for your pc
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.Relmtech.Remote&feature=search_result
53.TweetCaster for Twitter-
Alternate Twitter App
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.handmark.tweetcaster&feature=search_result
54.Wallbase HD Wallpapers-
Over a million HD Wallpapers
LOL
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.citc.wallbase&feature=search_result
56.Netflix-
I don't have have a Netflix account but if you do this app is great for watching Tv series and shows
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.netflix.mediaclient&feature=search_result
57.Tubemate- alternative YouTube video application can select resolution to watch videos in and can download YouTube videos
http://db.tt/DK1iB8O1
GAMES
58. Bubble Shooter- can't beat a good old fashion bubble shooter right here a cool 1
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.game.BubbleShooter
59. NinJump-cool addictive game you jump from walls left and right dodging shiurkens obstacles and collecting power ups
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.bfs.ninjump
60. PewPew 2- basically geometry wars for android if you don't know what geometry wars is its basically a game where your a spaceship on a flat landscape and your move around dodging and shooting enemies
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.jyaif.pewpew2
61. SketchIt- an online game where you play against people in real-time trying to guess what someone is drawing
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.into.sketchit
62. Speedx 3D- pretty cool 3d motion based game where you choose obstacles
http://db.tt/mntG0UMx
63. Devil Ninja2- a side scrolling game where.you run jump attack and dodge enemies pretty addictive
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.droidstudio.game.devil2
64. Hill Climb Racing- a physics based game kinda of like trial racing just that this is fun lol
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.fingersoft.hillclimb
65. Line Runner- a side scrolling game where you jump and roll to avoid obstacles it's kinda hard though
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.djinnworks.linerunnerfree
Apps contd
Avast-
RobustSecurity application
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.avast.android.mobilesecurity
*Requires root* Faceniff-
Can use to test the security of your own network can hack facebook passwords YouTube passwords and some others I forgot but fb's enough to float my boat free version only allows 3 facebook passwords to be hacked
http://db.tt/3VhohkON
*Requires root* Droid sheep- I never used this one (I use faceniff) but I heard it's like faceniff but free so yeah lol
http://db.tt/YoUL38Lk
Next launcher- from the same people that brought you go launcher is really cool has done nice features but it's in beta so some things aren't present but you can try it out if you want
http://db.tt/JdZE3w1W
*Requires root* Game CIH- use to edit game files can edit things like cash money points ETC but it's kinda hit and miss how it works is that u open it hit home (it'll stay open on the background) now open the game u wanna edit and there'll be a toast in the upper part of the screen hit the magnifying glass and search for what you wanna change you can search name or numbers search for a make example cash and see what u find but you won't necessarily find anything relevant since the dev probably didn't name it that if you need any help just comment or pm me or something
http://db.tt/R1LQ7qy9
Fing-
Network Tools use to see your network can give you more accurate info I use with network spoofer since network spoofer barely ever shows up anything connected to a network so I just use this copy the up address and then put it in network spoofer
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.overlook.android.fing
Galaxy S3 Dandelion- s3 dandelion live wallpaper
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.androidwasabi.livewallpaper.dandelion
gTunes music download- music downloader mostly downloads in m4a format (which is really small) so it's my go to app so I don't have to open a browser
http://market.android.com/details?id=free.mp3.dlv6
Go Launcher- robust launcher with tons of themes and customization options
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gau.go.launcherex
Holo launcher- lightweight launcher instead of using something as robust as go launcher
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mobint.hololauncher
Memory booster RAM optimizer- self explanatory
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=imoblife.memorybooster.lite
*Requires root* Root explorer-
Use to explore system
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.speedsoftware.rootexplorer
BobClockD3- Really cool clock widget
http://market.android.com/details?id=bob.clock
Custom ICS Search-
Google search widget with ICS theme
http://market.android.com/details?id=jp.u1aryz.products.icssearchwidget
SiMiClock-
Click widget comes in various sizes also comes with weather widget
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.th.android.widget.gTabsimiClock
Meme Generator Free-
Well it's a meme generator lol has app2sd support and offline functionality
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.zombodroid.MemeGenerator
Next Honeycomb live wallpaper
Live wallpaper has moving lights under a honeycomb pattern
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.gtp.nextlauncher.liverpaper.honeycomb
OffLine Browser-
Browser that can save websites for offline viewing
http://market.android.com/details?id=it.nikodroid.offline
SiMi Folder-
Folder widget
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.th.android.widget.SiMiFolder
Share Apps http://goo.gl/8BGU3
iStunt2-
Accelerometer controlled 2d snow boarding game
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.miniclip.istunt2
Plants war-
Really cool game kinda like DOTA for PC has great graphics
http://db.tt/vnIKG8ed
Startup Manager-
Use to manage apps that start at boot can make booting faster and prevent startup crashes
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=imoblife.startupmanager
App Quarantine-
App freezer though apps like link2sd and titanium backup can freeze apps also this app can do it via widgets making freezing and unfreezing unfreezing faster painless process
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ramdroid.appquarantine
Go!Chat for Facebook
I didnt really used to talk to that much people on fb that much via messaging on a regular basis but i recently started talking to someone and wanted to receive notifications so long story short
Facebook app apparently doesn't give messaging notifications
Facebook messenger worked great the day I downloaded it then stopped the next day I kept checking to see if it was getting killed but wasn't just didn't wanna give notifications (why Facebook whhhy!)
Friendcaster is bad at any notifications all together so this was just 1 of them if I wanted to get proper notifications I'd need the pro version
Friendcaster Chat could only message people who were online and by online I mean on a computer if there on a phone won't work
this was the only 1 I've tried that worked
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.spartancoders.gtok
added January 8 2013
A1 CPU Tool- Use to monitor your CPU in real time great for custom kernel users
http://market.android.com/details?id=com.a1dev.cputool
Ttorrent- I used to use utorrent for downloading torrents but I recently found this and its leaps and bounds better than uttorent it offers download speed limiting upload speed limiting download queing setting Max active downloads background downloading selecting which files you want to download from a particular torrent giving partulicular files priority ability to use a proxy even torrent creation the free version is however limited to 250kb/s download speeds
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=hu.tagsoft.ttorrent.lite
Facebook page manager-
Facebook finally released an app allowing u to manage pages from ur phone u can get notifications view get messages for your page see likes etc it hasn't been officially released and is only available in some regions but I got the apk so here it is
http://db.tt/5Ua6fjZW
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
Reserved for recommendedations
Recommended by mnomaaw
Nimbuzz
Universal All in one messenging app lets you chat with your buddies on Facebook, Gtalk, Yahoo Messenger, Live Messenger etc can message offline contacts
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nimbuzz&hl=en
eBuddy
Universal All in one messenging app lets you chat with your buddies on Facebook, Gtalk, Yahoo Messenger, Live Messenger etc poster said that he wasn't sure but thinks this app can't message offline contacts
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ebuddy.android
Simply XMS
Whatsapp alternative
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ebuddy.android.xms&hl=en
Recommended by Demo27vol1
720p Youtube mod
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23243273
Phone Slow? go HERE
_____________________________________
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
--Sent from the future with a galaxy s4 like a freaking BAWS--
Holy crap brother. Now that's a list. Love it!
For Chat, you can use Nimbuzz or eBuddy
mnomaanw said:
For Chat, you can use Nimbuzz or eBuddy
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Can u provide a brief description of those apps I haven't used them which means the only way ill get a description would be if I read the description on the play store but that would mean I might not describe the app properly since I haven't used it also a link would be VERY appreciated
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
oohaylima said:
Holy crap brother. Now that's a list. Love it!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
tingtingin said:
Can u provide a brief description of those apps I haven't used them which means the only way ill get a description would be if I read the description on the play store but that would mean I might not describe the app properly since I haven't used it also a link would be VERY appreciated
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
They are just universal All in one messenger apps. They both let you chat with your buddies on Facebook, Gtalk, Yahoo Messenger, Live Messenger etc
But I guess ebuddy cant send messages to offline contact (I'm not sure, btw) and Nimbuzz can.
nimbuzz---> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nimbuzz&hl=en
eBuddy ---> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ebuddy.android
And also there is a whatsapp alternative called "ebuddy XMS" or simply "XMS" ---> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ebuddy.android.xms&hl=enc
Thanks and I added it
Phone Slow? go HERE
_____________________________________
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
--Sent from the future with a galaxy s4 like a freaking BAWS--
I don't think AirDroid was on your list. https://play.google.com/store/apps/...t=W251bGwsMSwxLDMsImNvbS5zYW5kLmFpcmRyb2lkIl0.
or the 720p Youtube mod http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=23243273
Thanks I added it and AirDroid was already there
Phone Slow? go ------>HEREHERE
Thanks a lot!
ur welcome
_____________________________________
This post uses the patented TingTingin®™ method I would teach it to you but you are not yet worthy (come back in a hundred years)
Hello, everyone!
If you aren't an expert - that's okay. Everyone is welcome and you're free to ask questions.
Make sure to check the date this post was updated (I may forget to update the date in the title) which is located at the bottom of this post. If this post hasn't been updated in more than a month, contact me and I'll refresh everything.
Quick Introduction:
I'm new to the Yoga Book squad, and I've noticed one major downside.... the forums are a total mess. So what I'm hoping to do, is to keep this thread as up-to-date as possible, with links to guides, development progress and anything else.
I figure to make this more... tidy, I will enforce a colour-coding system for each sub-thread-guide-thingy, so you can instantly tell whether a guide or method to do something to your Yoga Book is risky, and most likely experimental, or is well tested. These will probably be done via experiments on my own Book (the wifi-only version), but of course I will hope via this community thread I will be able to provide more detailed statistics and such as everyone does their own thing to their device.
If you have anything to add to this thread, or would like to help out with anything; please feel free to contact me or just tell me what you're thinking - I'll do my best to read everyone's replies.
General Yoga Book Information
To my knowledge, there are two versions of the Yoga Book, each with two sub-versions for the OS:
1.) YB1-X9aF - this is the Wi-Fi version
2.) YB1-X9aL - this is the LTE/4G version
Where the "a" between the 9 and the F/L is either a zero or a one, depending on the installed OS (Android: 0, Windows 10: 1)
The SIM card is a Nano-SIM with 3G capability.
Other than that, all Yoga Book devices share the following specifications:
- 10.1 inch IPS display, of resolution 1920x1200
- Intel Atom x5-Z8550 processor, which:
----+ Has an architecture of x86_64
----+ Core base clock of 1.44 gigahertz
----+ Core boost clock of 2.4 gigahertz
----+ 4 cores and 4 threads
- Battery capacity of 8500 milliampere hours
- On-board storage of 64 gigabytes of solid-state storage (SSD)
- 4 gigabytes of random-access memory (RAM)
- A microSD card slot capable of up to 128 gigabytes of storage
- Two camera's, one above the display and one on the keyboard
- Wi-Fi (802.11 ac) and Bluetooth (v4)
- 3.5 millimetre headphone jack
- Micro-USB 2.0 OTG port
- Micro-HDMI port
Colour (or color) Codes and Tags:
For those who like using grey-scale display filters or whom are colour blind, I've added a "level" to each of them, where level 3 is like... crazy meltdown experimentation mode, and 1 is stable-ish (probably as stable as it'll get unless a REAL developer takes on the challenge).
[X] - Means that you will have to delete some or all of your data for it to work
[R] - Means that it requires a Rooted device
[Level 3] VERY EXPERIMENTAL - Use with caution, and with the knowledge that you may boot-loop, brick your device or lose your data!!! OR ALL OF THOSE THINGS!! Make sure to backup everything you hold dear, and just for good measure you'll have something to fallback on.
[Level 2] NOT WELL-TESTED - This will probably work for most people, but things may be unstable at the best of times. Again, make sure you have a backup before trying level 2 items.
[Level 1] 99% FINE - If there's an issue, it's probably your own fault... but again, I can't guarantee that everything I or anyone else does is perfect and will work for everyone! You should probably still have a backup, but if you're lazy like myself it's okay, I forgive you.
Android M/6.0
Rooting, backups, and more!
[1][X] Unlocking the Bootloader
earthCallingAngela wrote a really nice guide for unlocking the bootloader. The original thread is here, but for those who are too lazy to open the link in a new tab I've quoted the information.
IF YOU APPRECIATE THEIR EFFORTS GO AND THANK THEIR ORIGINAL POST!!!
Remember, unlocking your devices bootloader will format your storage (meaning you'll lose all of your data), so backup anything important before proceeding.
earthCallingAngela's OP: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/how-to/how-to-unlock-bootloader-t3502216
I hope this is useful information. It took me a bit to figure it out due to a lot of conflicting information, since the procedure has changed, perhaps several times, since the first version of Android. Also, I'll probably forget myself.
Please note that I've performed these steps on Linux (Specifically Arch Linux). Others have pointed out that if you have issues executing step 7 from Windows, you may need to follow this post.
1. Install Android Studio, or otherwise obtain the latest versions of the adb and fastboot programs. I think Windows users also need to install a USB driver, but I run Linux, so I am not sure about that procedure.
2. Gain access to the developer options on the tablet. Go to the settings, and find the "about tablet" section. Scroll down to the "Software version" section and tap on that several times until it says that you are now a developer. Feel special.
3. Go to the new "Developer options" setting. Select "OEM unlocking." Also, I selected "USB debugging" as a straightforward way to reboot into the boot loader.
4. Connect to the computer on which you've installed adb and fastboot.
5. Type 'adb devices' to see your device listed. The tablet will ask you if you're sure you want to allow the computer access to it. Answer in the affirmative, and save that option.
6. Type 'adb reboot-bootloader' to do just that.
7. After you see the innards of your 'droid, type 'fastboot flashing unlock' . On Linux, you may need root permissions to do this. The tablet will ask you to confirm (select with up/down volume, and accept with the power button), and will then erase all of your data! I didn't worry about this as I'm all on Google services, and so they can be restored easily enough.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
[3] TWRP Custom Recovery
danjac has written a post about his attempt at getting a modified version of TWRP running on his Yoga Book. From what I can tell it was a success, besides a few bugs (which are avoidable... I think).
WARNING! MAKE SURE YOU READ THESE!!
Before you go ahead and just flash his version, make sure you know the consequences that could arise if something goes wrong. If the recovery of your device screws up, you don't really have much to bring it back to life with. Even though there shouldn't be many things to worry about, it's still very risky.
In fact, it is recommended you ONLY temporarily boot into TWRP, instead of just flashing it like you would on another device. danjac's OP gives more information for you to use.
If you think you are willing to take the risk and know what you're doing, I highly suggest you make a complete backup of your device if possible. So far there isn't really a way to get your stock recovery back (since we don't have a custom ROM or a way to download Lenovo's modified version online).
danjac's OP: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/development/recovery-twrp-t3533980
[2] Rooting (via Magisk)
danjac wrote the first guide to rooting the Yoga Book, and you should, again, go and thank his original post. However, his OP is now a bit outdated, Magisk (currently v12.0) now includes a root module (MagiskSU) based on phh's SuperUser.
Please note: If you are already rooted via a different method (and maybe you want to change because it didn't work... or something like that) you have to go into your super-user manager and uninstall it. If you have a previous version of Magisk installed, there is an uninstall ZIP that you can flash, which will remove any Magisk version, including MagiskSU. Again, more details on the main Magisk thread.
Do I NEED to unlock my bootloader to Root my device?
The short answer is yes, and the long answer is sort-of. You only need to unlock your bootloader if your ROM doesn't support Rooting out-of-the-box (which in Lenovo's case, it isn't supported). However, you can lock your bootloader afterwards if it's such a concern to you. Yeah, you probably will stop receiving over-the-air updates from Lenovo, but they're probably not going to push out another update for a long while, so in my opinion it's nothing to worry about.
Follow the instructions on the main Magisk page to install it if you're new to Magisk, but if you know a thing or two then I'll paraphrase:
- Flash the latest Magisk ZIP file via the TWRP Recovery (if you have it) or just flash it over ADB
- You should also download the Magisk Manager from the Play Store to make sure you're always up-to-date
danjac's OT: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/how-to/root-yb1-x90l-how-to-t3534268
Magisk's main thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/magisk/official-magisk-v7-universal-systemless-t3473445
[2] Dual-booting Android and Windows 10
Since there isn't a place to get the Android side of things, I won't put too much info here.
Although if you're already running the Android version and want to know how to put Windows 10 on your device too, look at this thread.
Dual-booting OT: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/help/android-to-windows-hack-dual-boot-option-t3475733
[3][X] Custom ROM
Currently there is no custom ROM which supports the Yoga Book, mainly for the simple fact not many people own the device. However, if we make enough noise in the community I'm sure someone will crack under the pressure ;P
Although, I'm doing my best efforts to merge the device drivers and such into the Android Source code, but you shouldn't get your hopes up. If I ever get it working, it will probably be unstable and not that great (I don't have much experience with the details of the Android OS), I'm running off my knowledge of the Linux OS.
If you're using the Windows 10 version of the Yoga Book (I'm sorry you paid the extra $50!!), hopefully Lenovo will at least release a version of their own ROM soon (or put it back from what I've heard). I've also heard that they're upgrading to Nougat in October (of 2017)... so we've got plenty of time to find another solution to our sorrows.
Information for Developers:
Someone has also posted a backup of their working Lenovo-customised Android OS, but I won't post a link here because:
- It's only a backup
- May draw un-wanted attention to the link
But if you're a developer and you think that will help you, you can easily find it somewhere in these forums.
EDIT: The link has now been removed (I can't find it)
If you're trying to
Code:
repo sync
the AOSP and you're getting stuck syncing the work tree, try doing this (from the folder you're trying to sync to):
Code:
rm -rf frameworks/compile/slang/
mkdir /home/<user>/slang_helper
sudo ln -s /home/<user>/slang_helper frameworks/compile/slang
Please be careful when typing commands into your terminal, especially from the internet, and especially when you don't understand what the commands are doing.
Lenovo's source code download: http://pcsupport.lenovo.com/au/en/products/tablets/yoga-series/yoga-book/za0v/downloads
[2] Linux without removing Android
Thanks to @Tiggi2017 for making the first guide. His OT here is a good one to read through if you're interested in this.
Via a few apps and some commands, you're able to have a "Linux" OS running on your Android device with the Halo Keyboard and such still working perfectly.
His original method doesn't need Root access apparently. However, there are other methods that may be easier for some people if they have a Rooted device. Look through the comments in that thread for more information.
OT: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/how-to/yoga-book-gnuroot-debian-t3580358
Apps, tips and tricks!
[1] Apps That Support Multi-Window
Thanks to sashlon1138 for doing most of the hard work by putting this list together (may not be complete, if you know of more apps that work let me know so I can add them!).
Thanks to uuang for getting the ball rolling.
Thanks to Csilla4 for finding the first calculator app that works.
Thanks to docoli for also finding a huge list of compatible apps.
Csilla4:
- iDo Calculator
uuang:
- RAR
- Google Photos
sashlon1138:
- Chrome (but not beta)
- Facebook
- Messenger (Facebook)
- Gmail
- Outlook
- Youtube
- VLC
- Google Search
- Home
- Instagram
- Pinterest
- Dolphin Browser
- Ebay
- Paypal
- Flow Free
- Google Maps
- Google Earth
- OneNote
- Wikipedia
- ES File Manager
- Twitter
- Evernote
- Reddit
- Skype
- Candy Crush Saga
- Candy Crush Soda
- Candy Crush Jelly
- Spotify
- Soundcloud
- Opera
- Opera Mini
- Yahoo Mail
- Viber Messenger
- MX Player
- Google Translate
- Shazam
- AliExpress
- Tumblr
- Twitch
- Mega
docoli:
- Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- Softmaker Textmaker HD, Planmaker HD and Presentations HD
- RealCalc
- Adobe Acrobat
- CamScanner
- MindjetMaps
- LinkedIn
- ezPDF Reader
- Detexify
- HERE WeGo
- Google Street View
- Öffi (German Public Transportation Schedule app)
- DB Navigator (German Railroad Schedule app)
- Kindle
- Amazon Prime Video
- Maxdome
- Barnes & Noble Nook
- Audible
- TuneIn Radio
- TED
- Babbel
- dict.cc. plus
- Amazon
- Nine (you can even have any number of items in parallel on the screen, e.g., inbox, calender, contacts, notes)
- OneDrive
Link to OT: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/help/multi-window-apps-t3565253/post71494066#post71494066
[2] Changing the DPI
WARNING! Do not change your DPI to extreme values! You may render your device useless (unless you already have set up ADB and know how to revert the changes)!
Thanks to melando for bringing up the actual default DPI values.
Just so you are aware, if you're running Android 7 (Nougat) or later, you can adjust the "DPI" to some preset values from the settings app.
Using this site, I calculated that the Yoga Book has a technical DPI of 224 pixels per inch, with a resolution of 1920 by 1200 pixels, over a 10.1" screen (diagonal). However, the default Lenovo has set it to may be actually 280. They suggest that you may find it better if the DPI is set to 240.
This is a trivial modification if your device is Rooted. All you have to do is open the Play Store, and search for something along the lines of "DPI changer", and find an app that has good reviews.
An example app would be "Easy DPI Changer [Root]"
If your device does not have Root, then you will have to have a computer with ADB installed.
To install ADB, do a quick Google. There's bound to be a guide there somewhere (I'll put one here soon).
Once you have ADB installed, you can follow this easy guide to change your DPI to whatever you like.
DPI Calculator: http://dpi.lv/
Non-Root Method: http://www.androidbeat.com/2015/07/how-to-change-dpi-of-android-device-without-root/
[1] Recommended Apps...?
There isn't anything here as of yet, because I haven't gotten far enough to look for any good apps that work well with the Yoga Book. So right now I'm going to rely on everyone else for that. I'll get there eventually.
However, you should at least download Magisk Manager from the Play Store, to manage your Root and other neato Magisk features.
If you're a developer, and need guinea pigs to test your stuff on, I am happy to help anyway I can (and I'm sure much of the community is too).
If anyone needs help, I'll do my best to assist, but if it's anything too tedious (such as teaching you how TWRP works or something along those lines), you should probably have a look on the internet for tutorials and guides for that stuff. There are plenty of people out there who can explain concepts better than myself.
Windows 10
Simple customisations!
[1] Touch-pad Customiser
This program was first put into the spotlight by dinosauria123, so go to their original post and thank them for finding this.
This small program lets you modify some simple variables associated with your touch pad, only requiring a reboot after you change something.
Features:
- Setting extended right click area
- Setting unlock area
- Setting mouse pointer acceleration
- Setting scroll direction
- Disable Touchpad clicking (added in version 1.4)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
OT: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/themes/yoga-book-touch-pad-setting-application-t3569836
[1] Minor Halo KB Customisations
If you were wondering if there was a simple and easy way to lower the brightness of the Halo Keyboard, or just get rid of those pesky battery-draining touch vibrations for every key press, there is a way!!
Best of all, you don't have to download it! It's already installed!!
To find this not-so-well-hidden app, you have to either go to your Program Files, or open the good-old Control Panel (thanks to urayandro for pointing out that it's in the Control Panel!).
Control Panel method: Once you're in the Control Panel, just click on "Appearance and Personalisation", and you will find the "Halo Keyboard" program right at the bottom.
Program Files method: For 99.9% of people this is on your Local Drive (C: ). It may be located in your normal Program Files or it may be in your x86 Program Files, I'm assuming it depends on whether you're using the Windows 10 your device originally came with, or you have re-installed it (thanks to sawyerbenjamin for informing me that for them, it was in the normal Program Files folder). Assuming it's in your normal program files; go to Program Files/Lenovo/ and there it is. The application name is "ControlApp.exe". You can also make a shortcut to this application - I put a shortcut on my Desktop.
It allows you to:
- Toggle the touch tone/sound
- Toggle the vibration on keypress
- Adjust the time it takes for the keyboard lights to turn off
- Adjust the backlight (or whatever that is called) brightness for the whole keyboard
Risky or experimental customisations!
[2] Using AMIDuOS (Android Emu)
Update: I've spent a bit of time trying to use this, and in my opinion it's not worth the time. But if you need a development environment for something, it's pretty good at that. :/
In my attempt at replacing my Windows 10 installation with any version of Android I could find, I ran across this program called AMIDuOS. It's similar to emulating an Android system while you're in Windows, but instead of running it in a virtual environment, it runs directly on your x86 hardware (which is what the Yoga Book uses).
If you're cool with having a Windows 10 version of the Yoga Book, but still want to use some Android applications (possibly for drawing, or maybe just because the Android ecosystem is miles better compared to the Windows one) this may be a good solution for you.
Currently, they support Lollipop and Jellybean (not Marshmallow). However, this program is not free. You can trial it for free though. I'm fairly certain the full price is $10 USD.
It's not a difficult thing to set up (apparently), so if you wanna try something out and know how to deal with possible emulation problems (although unlikely) it may be worth it.
AMIDuOS Website: http://www.amiduos.com/
[2] Process Lasso
Huh? Process what-now? Yep, Process Lasso is a very complex program filled to the brim with algorithms tailored mainly towards getting the best performance and responsiveness, and to control those pesky rogue background processes that slow down your device when you don't need them to.
This program is completely free (but it does have a Pro version if you want a few extra customisation's and want to support the developers) and I've found it works pretty well, especially with a low-power device like the Yoga Book.
Since the Yoga Book is meant to be a very portable device, I'm not using Process Lasso to get maximum performance (as that would obviously drain the battery life quickly), I'm using it to make sure that if there's a program that needs to use power and deplete my battery life, then it's something I want - not some dodgy Windows background processes or other stuff like that.
It's pretty easy to set up. I've got a few of the main features enabled, and I recommend that you use similar settings.
I've enabled:
- ProBalance; this will keep the background processes in check, and allow the foreground processes to take the reigns of your CPU, insuring you experience minimal stutters.
- SmartTrim; this is an optional one, since I'm constantly micro-managing the applications I've got installed on my 64GB internal drive, this should help to prolong the performance of my drive, making sure it's well pruned (that's a pretty good analogy actually)
I've turned off the tray-icon showing me the CPU utilisation, so that doesn't need to waste any of my precious battery life (I'm usually a battery-life extremest), but you don't need to do that.
So if you're experiencing major delays when just doing simple things like moving around the Windows 10 user interface due to rogue background processes, I highly recommend you give this program a try.
Also, if you're a pro-ish-user like myself, feel free to dive deeper into the program. It's filled with toggles and adjustable's for you to play with and tailor the program to your needs, and almost everything you can change is accompanied with a tool-tip explaining what it does. Enjoy! But of course, as always, be careful of what you change - there are some things that could make your system really slow and or unstable.
P.S. The Yoga Book uses the 64-bit system, so choose that version of the program.
Website: https://bitsum.com/
Reserved
Does anybody know, whether bootloader unlocking is necessary for magisk root?
Con_Sole said:
Does anybody know, whether bootloader unlocking is necessary for magisk root?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm not entirely sure, however flashing something to your device (via TWRP at least) does require an unlocked bootloader. So without an unlocked bootloader, I don't think there's a way to install MagiskSU. Sorry about that... :/
I will have a look around and see what I can find, though.
Con_Sole said:
Does anybody know, whether bootloader unlocking is necessary for magisk root?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So I've done more looking around and here is your answer: Yyyyeeeeaaaahhhhhh......?
Magisk itself does not require an unlocked bootloader, however, it does require root access. Usually to get root access you need to unlock your bootloader, unless it comes already rooted in a custom ROM (but in our case, it doesn't). Unlocking the bootloader is a relatively safe procedure to perform, so [in my opinion] you shouldn't have anything to worry about!
nan0s7 said:
[1] Minor Halo KB Customisations
If you were wondering if there was a simple and easy way to lower the brightness of the Halo Keyboard, or just get rid of those pesky battery-draining touch vibrations for every key press, there is a way!!
Best of all, you don't have to download it! It's already installed!!
To find this not-so-well-hidden app, you have to go to your Program Files. For 99.9% of people this is on your Local Drive (C. So to get to it, go to Program Files (x86)/Lenovo/ and there it is. Its very helpful and informative name is ControlApp.exe.
It allows you to:
- Toggle the touch tone/sound
- Toggle the vibration on keypress
- Adjust the time it takes for the keyboard lights to turn off
- Adjust the backlight (or whatever that is called) brightness for the whole keyboard
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
it's not not-so-well-hidden app.... it's not hidden at all. you can found it under "appearance and personalization" section of retro control panel.
urayandro said:
it's not not-so-well-hidden app.... it's not hidden at all. you can found it under "appearance and personalization" section of retro control panel.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Indeed it is! Consider that noted ;P
urayandro said:
it's not not-so-well-hidden app.... it's not hidden at all. you can found it under "appearance and personalization" section of retro control panel.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I found it in my normal Program Files folder. (x86) only contained a folder for LenovoPaper.
sawyerbenjamin said:
I found it in my normal Program Files folder. (x86) only contained a folder for LenovoPaper.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Huh, well it must depend on whether you kept the original installation of Windows that came on the device, or whether you reinstalled it (or came from Android). I'll add that information. Thanks!
sawyerbenjamin said:
I found it in my normal Program Files folder. (x86) only contained a folder for LenovoPaper.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Same here. In my device is also only contain LenovoPaper under \Program Files (x86)\LenovoPaper
What i mean with retro control panel is old window's control panel. not the win10 setting. You can access it by:
1. Click start and type "control panel" then press enter.
2. You should see control panel window that similar to older version of windows.
3. Go to "Appearance and Personalization
4. Under there you should see "HaloKeyboard" shortcut.
You can also create another shortcut of this app by right-clicking it then choose create shortcut. Windows will make another shortcut on the desktop. I did this to get easier access when need to adjust keyboard brightness.
Hey there,
i think there is a way to flash the win 10 image on my yb1-x90f. just don't wont to brick it and so i have a few questions to all of you experts. in other words, i need your help
there is a quide i found in internet, which i think could work. But there are words i've never read before like "RUSB". is this an important word? i attached as low quality pdf...
there is also the win 10 image online. but we have to pay for it because it's "exclusive" stuff. 50$
maybe we can put together, 50/50 so its 25$ for me and you?
i think you know which page is meant. if not pm me
like descriped in the guide, (part 3) we have to select "Boot Menu" and after that "EFI USB Device"
But my bootloader looks different (android version).
is there a way to flash the image via original android bootloader/recovery or do we need to find a way to get into the other bootloader?
in this post: https://forum.xda-developers.com/yoga-book/help/bricked-yoga-book-yb1-x90l-t3537048
@mmusaad managed to get into this kind of "mode" but i think its a dangerous way and he had a big luck to "unbrick" his device. maybe onyone find an easy way to go into this "windows bootloader" or whatever?
so maybe we can work togehter
woodirk said:
there is also the win 10 image online. but we have to pay for it because it's "exclusive" stuff. 50$
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Probably wrong translation from Chinese... Should read USB-R. There are USB Ports which don't support remote drives
woodirk said:
there is also the win 10 image online. but we have to pay for it because it's "exclusive" stuff. 50$
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Windows was never free, that's why the Windows Yoga Book is $50 more expensive. A Win-Image will not help you either, as Lenovo brands the Product Key into the Bios.
jamespmi said:
Windows was never free, that's why the Windows Yoga Book is $50 more expensive. A Win-Image will not help you either, as Lenovo brands the Product Key into the Bios.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
OMG sometimes i think "together" :highfive: is a heavy word... :crying:
what about this ? (see attachement)
and stop letting me look like an idiot...
I'm on the YB1-X91F, which is the Windows version. Unfortunately for us, the Android and Windows versions of the Yoga Book have totally different BIOS's. This is the main thing stopping us from being able to dual-boot.
Easy-firmware has both the Android and Windows' ROM's, but they only provide instructions on how to overwrite the current operating system, not the opposite ones. I have downloaded everything they have on the Android side of things, and everything except the Windows ROM on the Windows side.
While I was messing around with my device, I did brick it. But I was able to get an SD-card with a Windows bootable "USB" install on it, and went through the installation process on my external keyboard. Then from there was able to install the drivers and restore the Windows version with everything working after a bit of time. I don't know how different this would be if you don't mind getting rid of the Android bootloader totally, but that's not really recommended.
What we'd need for getting Android alongside the Windows version is a way to get a working Fastboot/ADB connection.
For the Android version getting Windows alongside it, you need a way to get the Android bootloader to point to and recognise the Windows installation. However, this is almost impossible unless you have a custom ROM, which we do not have that supports the Yoga Book. You could probably delete Android totally, and then install Windows from there, but I'm not 100% sure because I haven't messed around with the Android version of the tablet.
We'd need a way to get the Android BIOS and Fastboot off of it so we can then use it to our advantage.
nan0s7 said:
I have downloaded everything they have on the Android side of things, and everything except the Windows ROM on the Windows side.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
that's good to know...
nan0s7 said:
You could probably delete Android totally, and then install Windows from there, but I'm not 100% sure because I haven't messed around with the Android version of the tablet.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
this is exactly what i want to do and where i need your help
imo this will help us https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70540959&postcount=7
woodirk said:
what about this ? (see attachement)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That probably flashes a valid Serial Number into the Bios...
DPI settings
I believe default DPI may actually be 280 - there's a Lenovo forum thread recommending setting it to 240 which I have found reduces the size of icons etc. so 224 does not seem right
melando said:
I believe default DPI may actually be 280 - there's a Lenovo forum thread recommending setting it to 240 which I have found reduces the size of icons etc. so 224 does not seem right
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for the information! I've added a bit to the DPI section about the other values.
nan0s7 said:
Thanks for the information! I've added a bit to the DPI section about the other values.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
However now that the Nougat update is out some adjustments can be made in Display Settings...
melando said:
However now that the Nougat update is out some adjustments can be made in Display Settings...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Oh yeah forgot that happened (I'm on the Windows version). Fixed it now!
This device caught my eye recently (Kyocera KY-01L):
https://uncrate.com/kyocera-ky-01l-card-phone/
Points of interest:
* Android-based
* e-paper display
* ultra compact
Personally I feel Kyocera made a huge mistake by not including the Play Store, or at least including an e-Reader application. A pocket-sized e-Reader that is also my phone just sounds awesome in theory (although the 380mAh battery might prove otherwise in reality...)
Since I use Hangouts and Hangouts Dialer for all my communications, I can't really use this unless I can get gApps installed.
Does anyone have experience hacking Kyocera phones? How difficult would it be to get root, TWRP, and gApps working on this thing?
I googled that phone and found your post. Most intriguing idea, but overpriced imho. I would like to test my developer skills on that but without adb or at least apk installer its useless
Android is not fully compatible (out-of-the-box) with e-ink and screen sizes under 3", unless it's heavily modified. Which is not worth the investmet, considering the target market. And even if Android were adapted, many apps wouldn't run anyway. They wrapped a layer around it to run essentials services. Note that there is a real browser though.
KY-01L Information
So i bought one of these myself out of curiosity and here's what i've found:
ADB can be enabled from the phones settings (the option is called "switch usb debugging") once it's enabled you can sideload APK's
APK's cannot be installed on the phone itself, when doing so you get the message than unknown sources are not enabled however as kyocera have modified the security settings there is no way to enable this afaik
The apps use AOSP icons and have some normal screens present which can be accessed with an activity launcher
When using installed apps the E-ink screen switches to a high refresh rate mode at random and the only way to get it back to normal is to launch cardphonehome (the default launcher)
The phone won't connect to any UK networks (i've only tried vodaphone and EE sims in it)
Bluetooth media audio seems to be removed entirely, even when sideloading a music player
The stock keyboard uses a 9 key input for text, you can sideload something like gboard but i haven't found the option to set it as the default input method
If you intend to buy one then i would suggest looking on YAJ proxy sites like buyee as they tend to go for ~£160.
Apps i'd recommend sideloading:
Activity launcher - lets you get into hidden menus and back into the stock launcher
Stealth music player - Plays music through the phones earpiece, can also enable the earpiece for use with audio from other apps
i'd also suggest lowering the DPI as some apps may be cramped
Dialer codes
*#*#4636#*#* - Android Testing menu
*#*#3878#*#* - Qualcomm FTM menu
*#*#225#*#* - Calendar info
Update: i've noticed the soc that CPUZ is reporting conflicts what others have said, ADB's CPU info command reports it as a wear 2100
I'm really curious if/how an ebook reading app would work on this. Did you try that out?
I'm considering buying a used one to try out as an ultra portable ebook reader.
eldritchgreene said:
I'm really curious if/how an ebook reading app would work on this. Did you try that out?
I'm considering buying a used one to try out as an ultra portable ebook reader.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I tried the kindle app, Whenever it's opened it spams an error saying something about not being able to download image files for a few minutes, after that it works fine.
Phone density is set to 210 and kindle text size is on default
Harry99710 said:
I tried the kindle app, Whenever it's opened it spams an error saying something about not being able to download image files for a few minutes, after that it works fine.
Phone density is set to 210 and kindle text size is on default
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Amazing. Thank you so much Harry, this is great. I'm going to give my experiment a go!
any idea how to make it connect to EU 3g/4g ?
I have the Light Phone 2 which is very similar. I was able to root it and sideload apps on it. Harry is it possible to send over APKs from your Kyocera Card phone so I can test them on the light phone?
kennethashley said:
I have the Light Phone 2 which is very similar. I was able to root it and sideload apps on it. Harry is it possible to send over APKs from your Kyocera Card phone so I can test them on the light phone?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can try, i used apkextractor to extract them but they won't install on another device and trying to install them on the card phone itself gives an error saying the package is corrupt
Nothing in that last post seems to have uploaded
Screenshots - https://imgur.com/a/Z8uCQ1t
APK's https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Qf0EB1I0IhmodnkINQFAdS7uBvtV785/view?usp=sharing
Harry99710 said:
Nothing in that last post seems to have uploaded
Screenshots - https://imgur.com/a/Z8uCQ1t
APK's https://drive.google.com/file/d/11Qf0EB1I0IhmodnkINQFAdS7uBvtV785/view?usp=sharing
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yea you are right I can't get the APKs installed.
paulmmm said:
any idea how to make it connect to EU 3g/4g ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
nobody ?
paulmmm said:
nobody ?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
root it
Derek163 said:
root it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
ill try and come back with results
Hi
First of all, I appreciate the above information where I could find customizing about KY-01L. I was able to install Gmail, Chrome, Line lite, Gboard, and other utilities into my KY-01L!
To be honest, it was quite a stressful process to load apk`s and configure them a number of times.
The first step, I installed the Square Home launcher (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ss.squarehome2&hl=en&gl=us) and the Quickshortcut maker (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sika524.android.quickshortcut&hl=en&gl=us) that I am able to configure 10 times easier (Maybe some similar types of the app should work). the default setting of KY-01L is not able to configure app by the screen that is how it is designed by Kyocera.
After setting those 2 apps, I can configure launcher/shortcut in the home menu.
My KY-01L is not stable yet... still need to minor adjustments of configuration but it works what I was expected.
Kaz_SP1200 said:
Hi
First of all, I appreciate the above information where I could find customizing about KY-01L. I was able to install Gmail, Chrome, Line lite, Gboard, and other utilities into my KY-01L!
To be honest, it was quite a stressful process to load apk`s and configure them a number of times.
The first step, I installed the Square Home launcher (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ss.squarehome2&hl=en&gl=us) and the Quickshortcut maker (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sika524.android.quickshortcut&hl=en&gl=us) that I am able to configure 10 times easier (Maybe some similar types of the app should work). the default setting of KY-01L is not able to configure app by the screen that is how it is designed by Kyocera.
After setting those 2 apps, I can configure launcher/shortcut in the home menu.
My KY-01L is not stable yet... still need to minor adjustments of configuration but it works what I was expected.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi there,
Can you explain how you managed to connect it to the network? The one I have is SIM unlocked, I can see available networks but it won't connect. The X.... symbol is displayed in the status bar ("Out of service area") but I am quite sure that the frequencies match.
cheeseus said:
Hi there,
Can you explain how you managed to connect it to the network? The one I have is SIM unlocked, I can see available networks but it won't connect. The X.... symbol is displayed in the status bar ("Out of service area") but I am quite sure that the frequencies match.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi
I am using NTT Docomo carrier (in Japan) which is the preferred carrier for the KY-01L. KY-01L has limited bandwidth using LTE bands of 2.0GHz and 800MHz only. You would better check with your SIM carrier that uses those bandwidths or not.
Kaz_SP1200 said:
Hi
I am using NTT Docomo carrier (in Japan) which is the preferred carrier for the KY-01L. KY-01L has limited bandwidth using LTE bands of 2.0GHz and 800MHz only. You would better check with your SIM carrier that uses those bandwidths or not.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for replying!
Well, it seems that my carrier doesn't offer the exact same frequencies. 3G is at 2100 MHz (B1) and LTE is at 2100 MHz (B1) and 1800 MHz (B3).
Too limited, indeed. I've been using Docomo and SoftBank and AU phones for over fifteen years now and they all worked but not this one
Kaz_SP1200 said:
Hi
First of all, I appreciate the above information where I could find customizing about KY-01L. I was able to install Gmail, Chrome, Line lite, Gboard, and other utilities into my KY-01L!
To be honest, it was quite a stressful process to load apk`s and configure them a number of times.
The first step, I installed the Square Home launcher (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ss.squarehome2&hl=en&gl=us) and the Quickshortcut maker (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sika524.android.quickshortcut&hl=en&gl=us) that I am able to configure 10 times easier (Maybe some similar types of the app should work). the default setting of KY-01L is not able to configure app by the screen that is how it is designed by Kyocera.
After setting those 2 apps, I can configure launcher/shortcut in the home menu.
My KY-01L is not stable yet... still need to minor adjustments of configuration but it works what I was expected.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi I just ordered my KY-01L off ebay, and looking forward to doing what you're doing!
My question is - after you installed all these things (Square Home Launcher, Quick shortcut maker, Gmail, Chrome, Line lite, Gboard and other utilities), does the battery drain faster even when idle? If so, how much faster vs the vanilla version.
And what other utilities were you able to install on the KY-01L? Music player? Kindle? Youtube? Just curious to see what works...
Lastly, was the Square Home Launcher the only launcher that works? Or there were others that work but this is your preference.
Thanks!