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Has anyone managed to connect a Tab 4 (7 inch, if it makes a difference) with the Gear S? Would it need to be the LTE version?
I am getting sick of my Note2, so this could free me up for a different cell brand.
Thanks!
I've been trying
xendula said:
Has anyone managed to connect a Tab 4 (7 inch, if it makes a difference) with the Gear S? Would it need to be the LTE version?
I am getting sick of my Note2, so this could free me up for a different cell brand.
Thanks!
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I want to know this too. I have tried on mine and it doesn't see the device. The bluetooth screen does but when you click on it, it says it is not a supported device.
I've also altered the build.prop file but still no joy.
I read that a guy got it to work on a Tab S LTE, which would indicate it may only be the LTE versions of the tablets that work. If not, I don't see why the Tab S would work.
I have e-mailed Samsing support and also posted a message on their support site, although I reckon I'll get a stock reply of "It is only supported on the following Samsung phones......".
snpg said:
I want to know this too. I have tried on mine and it doesn't see the device. The bluetooth screen does but when you click on it, it says it is not a supported device.
I've also altered the build.prop file but still no joy.
I read that a guy got it to work on a Tab S LTE, which would indicate it may only be the LTE versions of the tablets that work. If not, I don't see why the Tab S would work.
I have e-mailed Samsing support and also posted a message on their support site, although I reckon I'll get a stock reply of "It is only supported on the following Samsung phones......".
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Per their own How To guide, it is supposed to work with tablets. What I don't understand is why they won't list which tablets are compatible. It's the most basic info a manufacturer should provide.
Let me know if they answer you. I'll contact them as well and ask for a full compatibility list, since there are even a bunch of cheap Galaxy phones that may not work with it, meaning, KK+"Galaxy" in the device name is not enough of an inidicator.
On FB, someone from Samsung Support states that all Samsung devices with android 4.3 and above are compatible.
You may want answer them there and get to the bottom of this.
Got it working!!!
Right, after fiddling about and thanks to user bqwd36 who posted instructions for the Tab S in Chinese which I translated and just took a bit of, my Gear S is now working with my Tab 4 7.0 (T230). This may also work for any other Samsung tablet that can run Gear Manager.
Right, here's what you need to do which basically involves changing the build.prop file, so you may have to root your tablet to do it (there is a guide on the XDA Tab 4 forum - go with the TWRP method as it worked first time).
1) Install an older version of Gear Manager, I used version 2.0.14040401.
https://www.mediafire.com/folder/e7h23e12rzesi/Gear_Manager#e7h23e12rzesi
2) Make sure you have enabled bluetooth on your Gear S and that you have ticked so it can be seen by other devices (you may not need to do this if yours is not activated yet).
3) Open the Gear Manager app and scan, you should see the Gear S appear in the list. DON'T click on it as you don't want to do anything with the Gear S yet.
4) You now need to edit the build.prop file (I recommend using ES File Explorer). In build.prop change the following entries so they are:
ro.product.model=SM-N900
ro.build.characteristics=phone
5) Now reboot your Tab 4.
6) Open the Gear Manager app and check it can still see your Gear S (you may need to turn on bluetooth again so it is visible if you already have an active Gear S).
7) Now open Galaxy Apps and install the latest version of Gear Manager.
8) Open the Gear Manager app and the Gear will still be seen.
9) Now go ahead an click on the entry and setup your phone (it will wipe your Gear S).
Everything works as it does if it was being done on a phone. The only thing you need to remember is that as the tablet does not have a phone app, it means that the Gear S cannot make or receive calls when you have it connected via bluetooth to the tablet. Once you turn off bluetooth on the tablet the Gear S will automatically change itself so it can do calls.
You can now change the build.prop back to it's original settings if you want as the Gear Manager will continue to work with the Gear S.
The other thing is that the Remote Connection (where you can get notifications like e-mail from your tablet over the internet) worked the first time. When I changed the build.prop back to it's original settings it wouldn't do it, and hasn't since I then went and changed the settings back to the ones above. I just need to have another play.
It worked with my 12.2 note pro thank you only thing is when I pair it to a new device or rests the gear s
Sent from my SM-N900 using Tapatalk
Snpg, sounds a bit complicated for my skills, but I'll read all the instrucutions carefully next time I feel reckless and may give it a try.
Thanks for posting.
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It worked with my 12.2 note pro thank you only thing is when I pair it to a new device or rests the gear s
Sent from my SM-N900 using Tapatalk
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This is typical gear behavior when switching phones. It stupid, but that's how it's worked since gear 1.
Tab 4 pairing with Gear S
I also have a new Tab 4 (the NOOK edition) , you have made a great discovery making the Gear app work with the 'S", i am not familar enough with the procedure with editing the files mentioned,
is there a tutotrial for doing this, i am trying to learn more about it, thanks for your posts.
Could someone explain what the purpose of pairing the Gear S with the phone or tablet is?
I was talking to a Samsung rep at Best Buy tonight and he indicated that you could pair with a tab 4 that was NOT a phone and did NOT have a data plan (ie wifi only tablet). What I don't understand is how the Gear S becomes "activated" to send and receive calls if it is not being paired with a device that has a sim, a phone number and IS able to make calls. I have an iPhone 5S and it seems there are some things going on to make forwarding of calls from an existing phone to the Gear S possible. I've read other threads that it is possible to pair with a non-samsung device and you'd think they would make it easy to do this to sell more Gear Ss. Thanks in advance for explanation.
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Could someone explain what the purpose of pairing the Gear S with the phone or tablet is?
I was talking to a Samsung rep at Best Buy tonight and he indicated that you could pair with a tab 4 that was NOT a phone and did NOT have a data plan (ie wifi only tablet). What I don't understand is how the Gear S becomes "activated" to send and receive calls if it is not being paired with a device that has a sim, a phone number and IS able to make calls. I have an iPhone 5S and it seems there are some things going on to make forwarding of calls from an existing phone to the Gear S possible. I've read other threads that it is possible to pair with a non-samsung device and you'd think they would make it easy to do this to sell more Gear Ss. Thanks in advance for explanation.
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The purpose is so you can install apps and forward notifications. My Gear S has a SIM card and its own phone number anyway, and yeah, call forwarding would not work.
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pairing gear s with your tab 4
snpg said:
I want to know this too. I have tried on mine and it doesn't see the device. The bluetooth screen does but when you click on it, it says it is not a supported device.
I've also altered the build.prop file but still no joy.
I read that a guy got it to work on a Tab S LTE, which would indicate it may only be the LTE versions of the tablets that work. If not, I don't see why the Tab S would work.
I have e-mailed Samsing support and also posted a message on their support site, although I reckon I'll get a stock reply of "It is only supported on the following Samsung phones......".
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Watch the you tube video on "how to pair gear s with any phone" it will have you reset the phone then go through a series of taps on the screen. After that you will be able to pair your gear s to your tab 4 (or any phone/tablet).
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snpg said:
Right, after fiddling about and thanks to user bqwd36 who posted instructions for the Tab S in Chinese which I translated and just took a bit of, my Gear S is now working with my Tab 4 7.0 (T230). This may also work for any other Samsung tablet that can run Gear Manager.
Right, here's what you need to do which basically involves changing the build.prop file, so you may have to root your tablet to do it (there is a guide on the XDA Tab 4 forum - go with the TWRP method as it worked first time).
1) Install an older version of Gear Manager, I used version 2.0.14040401.
2) Make sure you have enabled bluetooth on your Gear S and that you have ticked so it can be seen by other devices (you may not need to do this if yours is not activated yet).
3) Open the Gear Manager app and scan, you should see the Gear S appear in the list. DON'T click on it as you don't want to do anything with the Gear S yet.
4) You now need to edit the build.prop file (I recommend using ES File Explorer). In build.prop change the following entries so they are:
ro.product.model=SM-N900
ro.build.characteristics=phone
5) Now reboot your Tab 4.
6) Open the Gear Manager app and check it can still see your Gear S (you may need to turn on bluetooth again so it is visible if you already have an active Gear S).
7) Now open Galaxy Apps and install the latest version of Gear Manager.
8) Open the Gear Manager app and the Gear will still be seen.
9) Now go ahead an click on the entry and setup your phone (it will wipe your Gear S).
Everything works as it does if it was being done on a phone. The only thing you need to remember is that as the tablet does not have a phone app, it means that the Gear S cannot make or receive calls when you have it connected via bluetooth to the tablet. Once you turn off bluetooth on the tablet the Gear S will automatically change itself so it can do calls.
You can now change the build.prop back to it's original settings if you want as the Gear Manager will continue to work with the Gear S.
The other thing is that the Remote Connection (where you can get notifications like e-mail from your tablet over the internet) worked the first time. When I changed the build.prop back to it's original settings it wouldn't do it, and hasn't since I then went and changed the settings back to the ones above. I just need to have another play.
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Please ask ! Can i use this method with Galaxy Grand Prime SM-G530H ? Because Gear S still not support with my device.
And please what about notification such text message, email still can recieve by gear ?
Sorry for my bad english. Thank you for your help.
10x
THANK YOU!!!! It works perfectly on Tab S 8 (T700) and Gear S.
snpg said:
Right, after fiddling about and thanks to user bqwd36 who posted instructions for the Tab S in Chinese which I translated and just took a bit of, my Gear S is now working with my Tab 4 7.0 (T230). This may also work for any other Samsung tablet that can run Gear Manager.
Right, here's what you need to do which basically involves changing the build.prop file, so you may have to root your tablet to do it (there is a guide on the XDA Tab 4 forum - go with the TWRP method as it worked first time).
1) Install an older version of Gear Manager, I used version 2.0.14040401.
https://www.mediafire.com/folder/e7h23e12rzesi/Gear_Manager#e7h23e12rzesi
2) Make sure you have enabled bluetooth on your Gear S and that you have ticked so it can be seen by other devices (you may not need to do this if yours is not activated yet).
3) Open the Gear Manager app and scan, you should see the Gear S appear in the list. DON'T click on it as you don't want to do anything with the Gear S yet.
4) You now need to edit the build.prop file (I recommend using ES File Explorer). In build.prop change the following entries so they are:
ro.product.model=SM-N900
ro.build.characteristics=phone
5) Now reboot your Tab 4.
6) Open the Gear Manager app and check it can still see your Gear S (you may need to turn on bluetooth again so it is visible if you already have an active Gear S).
7) Now open Galaxy Apps and install the latest version of Gear Manager.
8) Open the Gear Manager app and the Gear will still be seen.
9) Now go ahead an click on the entry and setup your phone (it will wipe your Gear S).
Everything works as it does if it was being done on a phone. The only thing you need to remember is that as the tablet does not have a phone app, it means that the Gear S cannot make or receive calls when you have it connected via bluetooth to the tablet. Once you turn off bluetooth on the tablet the Gear S will automatically change itself so it can do calls.
You can now change the build.prop back to it's original settings if you want as the Gear Manager will continue to work with the Gear S.
The other thing is that the Remote Connection (where you can get notifications like e-mail from your tablet over the internet) worked the first time. When I changed the build.prop back to it's original settings it wouldn't do it, and hasn't since I then went and changed the settings back to the ones above. I just need to have another play.
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it's not work with me
I have done step 1 to 5 but I couldn't save the change in file any one can help me
I have tab s 10.5
essambak said:
I have done step 1 to 5 but I couldn't save the change in file any one can help me
I have tab s 10.5
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you need to set your root folder to rw from ro
No intention for any duplication and absolutely no plagiarism, authorship is legitimate.
1. Tab S or Tab 4 must be rooted (you should head over to the forum where one of our spectacular devs would have done a write up on it)
2. Obtain Android a build.prop editor or in my case, I use Android Tuner (Free Version: http://www.3c71.com/atfree - Pro Version: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ccc71.at&hl=en)
3. Using the above applications, use the menu/tool to edit the build.prop. I this instance, I am unsing Android Tuner, so I will go over to the first page to select "Build.prop editor", select it by tapping on the button. First things first, click the backup button to save your existing build.prop file. Don't ever progress into modifications, without having a backup or recovery method. Once you have completed all of the above, here are the edits you need to make in the edit by simply click on the pen (blue/white icon) for each key).
Please note, I am having my Tab S indicate its the SM-N900P (Sprint Variant of Note 3), however, you can choose any other smartphone of you liking, once you know the details of the keys indicated below).
key: ro.build.characteristics
value: phone
key: ro.build.product
value: hlte
key: ro.product.device
value: hlte
key: ro.product.model
value: SM-N900P
4. Once you have completed edits for the aforementioned keys, verify your changes, then save your build.prop with your editor or in the case of Android Tuner, you're all good and just need to reboot your device.
5. Once your device completes the reboot and you're back on the Android platform, clear the data for your Galaxy Apps, before proceeding to the store. Once cleared, you will be able to download Gear Manager, Gear Fit or other application may not ordinarily have on a tablet.
6. Go over to your Bluetooth, add a new device (your gear should be reset to factory settings in order to pair with another device, so you will need to complete this step if you want to proceed with pairing the Gear S with the Tab S or Tab 4 and probably any other tablet device.
7. Follow the normal pairing settings and everything will go accordingly, gear manager will launch, the device will pair with the Gear S and continue to installing all prerequisite apps).
8. You have completed the pairing of your Gear S with your Tab S or Tab 4.
Feel free to reach out for assistance if you are having difficulty with any of the steps above and always remember, before proceeding, backup your devices.
Troubleshooting
If you realize any issues with launching settings on your Tab S or Tab 4 after making the aforementioned changes in the build.prop file, revert to the following and save.
key: ro.build.characteristics
value: tablet
Reboot and everything should be back to normal, without the loss of functionality.
Thx, worked like a charm on my 8" Tab4 (sm335). Pairing over bt with iPhone6+ is also confirmed (after removing a directory on gearS).
In that case, the Tab4 is still 'remote connected' (i.e. updates and s-voice continues to work) while the Gear-S plays nice as well with my iPhone.
Note ... i have the Gear-S modified with the StarTrek theme and iOS8 icons.
The Gear-S can work on its own, with the tab4 for management, and with iphone for call-forward/ bt connect.
dear snpg pls help me !!!
follow your guide and root my tab4 10"!
after root with buid.prop edit items you that you said !
key: ro.build.characteristics
value: phone
key: ro.product.model
value: SM-N900
but after root in last level i recived this pop up :
unfortunately com.android.systemui has stopped
at last i flash my tab4 for resolve it !
pls help for pairing my gear s to tab4!
thank so much!!
Worked for me! You are a ****ing genius, I just have one note! I kept my buildprop the same because I didn't want to mess with it. My question to you is, did you get any addition applications to install because I could not successfully complete that task. -AP
I am 99% sure this isn't possible but figured I'd ask in a more general forum (GS8+ was a bust) on if there is a way to replace system apps without root(or an easy way to change a system apk to 'clone' and install on the user side by looking like a different app.)
I've figured out what needs done to force the Samsung Dex app to run without the dock, but due to many reasons cannot side load the altered apk. Changing the app name, installation directory, etc. the phone still sees it as the same apk/app and will not install it. Can't change the version and overwrite from what I can tell because I can't sign it with the samsung key obviously.
thoughts? Directions?
Only thing I can see to do, is rewrite the app complete (names, folder structure, etc. of the needed parts) to actually make it a completely new app to the phone. This looks to be many many hours of work and the route I least want to go. If I can help it.
i know its a old thread, but what needs to be done to force Dex? I have a hard time on my note 10+ it keeps saying faulty usb-c port due to some kind of water not there.
Hey all.
Within a couple of days I'm getting my new Galaxy S9+ (Exynos) phone.
I made a year break from Android and switched to Apple, and now I'm back.
Unfortunately, I know nothing about newest Galaxy phones.
Maybe anyone has suggestions what should I do (download) when I'll set-up my phone (I've watched all the reviews of "must have" etc., don't suggest me to do that)?
I used to root and unlock bootloader for each my android phone, but I won't do that to my Galaxy S9+ at least for 6 months.
Hence, many root apps not working: "AdAway", "Viper4Android" etc.,
Maybe anyone knows Ad Blocking app without rooting a phone?
Or just mention anything that newbie to Galaxy S9+ should know.
(If you're wondering why am I "spamming" with these "stupid" questions: And no, I didn't find any similar thread to this)
Thanks in advance!
I use to root and rom all my phones, but I don't think it is as necessary as before.
I also use to download all the tweaks, but I don't do that either.
Non-root to block adds try Blokada it is in the F-Droid store.
It is Free and it Works.
I also swear by ES File Explorer to view and move files on your app. Also to sync any cloud storage you have.
If you have a regular phone number and google voice number going to the same phone
Voice Choice 2.0 is a nice app that allows you to make calls with a specific number
i.e. family and close friends have you carrier number
work partners, resume, business line has your google number
when you make a call you don't have to select anything, based on your rules set up it will dial out using the appropriate number.
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qnc said:
I use to root and rom all my phones, but I don't think it is as necessary as before.
I also use to download all the tweaks, but I don't do that either.
Non-root to block adds try Blokada it is in the F-Droid store.
It is Free and it Works.
I also swear by ES File Explorer to view and move files on your app. Also to sync any cloud storage you have.
If you have a regular phone number and google voice number going to the same phone
Voice Choice 2.0 is a nice app that allows you to make calls with a specific number
i.e. family and close friends have you carrier number
work partners, resume, business line has your google number
when you make a call you don't have to select anything, based on your rules set up it will dial out using the appropriate number.
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Thanks! Maybe you know anything about removing / disabling Bloatware as well?
LaurynasVP said:
Thanks! Maybe you know anything about removing / disabling Bloatware as well?
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check out this thread at your own risk. It works I disabled Facebook (don't see why that would be on and unlocked phone fro Samsung, but i digress)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/s9-s9-bloatware-removal-thread-g960u-t3817810
Be careful with the commands and understand what is being done before you hit the enter/return key
Good thing about disabling is if you fubar the phone you can do a factory restore and start all over
I only disabled Facebook. will investigate the other software as i play with the phone. Only had it 2 weeks so far.
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qnc said:
check out this thread at your own risk. It works I disabled Facebook (don't see why that would be on and unlocked phone fro Samsung, but i digress)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9-plus/how-to/s9-s9-bloatware-removal-thread-g960u-t3817810
Be careful with the commands and understand what is being done before you hit the enter/return key
Good thing about disabling is if you fubar the phone you can do a factory restore and start all over
I only disabled Facebook. will investigate the other software as i play with the phone. Only had it 2 weeks so far.
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Thanks, I'll keep everything in mind
Hi all,
I was wondering if anyone can recommend any apps that are good at find my phone, I have the samsung setup but wanted to ask if there was anything more effective etc ?
Thanks
I primarily use the Google one. By default Google tracks the locations of the device and such, and I believe you can ping your phone account side, but I have the actual app installed as well from Google play. If you're using the Samsung one as well, it won't hurt. Make sure in phone settings for the find my device, that you enable "send last location" before phone dies as an extra precaution.
I've lost my s7 edge once, tracked it with google one. Combined with samsung watch to measure10m range of bluetooth connection. Found it inside taxi.
I recently upgraded to the S23 Ultra and discovered that there's no option to unlock the bootloader. The root functions I value most are:
A firewall that will block apps from phoning home and/or accessing the internet without using the Android vpn (not sure if I could do that even if rooted...I just want to block apps from phoning home and use a vpn at the same time))
A call recorder (currently using Cube ACR, which actually works pretty good)
A way to 'image' the entire phone (i.e., like TWRP back up/restore)
A way to uninstall the bloatware that doesn't have an uninstall function.
Barring some method that will unlock the bootloader on this phone, what are methods/apps that will help me get as close to a rooted state as possible?
Well your first point is solved with what I use for privacy and adblocking. NextDNS (free option or $12/yr) you get a private DNS server and you control what is blocked and what isn't with all the customization you want. As for call recording, I've used skvalex (free with paid pro option but pro only adds automatic backup) for years whether rooted or not and it always works just fine. Though I will admit when it's connected to my car with Bluetooth it only records my side but I rarely talk while in the car so not a deal breaker for me. Thirdly, you could use adb to make a backup (from what I've read) but I use shizuku to give swift backup more permissions and it backups everything for me.
Thanks for your comments, spart0n.
I looked over NextDNS. It seems to have a lot of features. I do use my vpn's DNS, but they're various US servers are slow, plus NextDNS seems to have more features.
One thing I'm not clear on is can it slectively block apps from connecting to the internet, both on mobile /and/or wifi connection, much like a firewall?
I also did a quick perusal of skvalex, but I'm not sure how it's different from Cube ACR? One concern with cube is security...are they doing nefarious things with my data.
Cube also won't record the other side of a conversation when I'm using a bluetooth device (earbuds, car).
Is skvalex ' more respecting of privcy? In what ways do you deem it superior to other options such as Cube?
I'll be looking into Shizku and Swift backup, but am I correct in that it seems to be more of a 'Titanium' type app than a complete phone backup?
I really appreciate the pointers.
Sam Sung said:
Thanks for your comments, spart0n.
I looked over NextDNS. It seems to have a lot of features. I do use my vpn's DNS, but they're various US servers are slow, plus NextDNS seems to have more features.
One thing I'm not clear on is can it slectively block apps from connecting to the internet, both on mobile /and/or wifi connection, much like a firewall?
I also did a quick perusal of skvalex, but I'm not sure how it's different from Cube ACR? One concern with cube is security...are they doing nefarious things with my data.
Cube also won't record the other side of a conversation when I'm using a bluetooth device (earbuds, car).
Is skvalex ' more respecting of privcy? In what ways do you deem it superior to other options such as Cube?
I'll be looking into Shizku and Swift backup. I really appreciate the pointers.
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I've tried cube in the past and it had a lot of denied connections in the background but over the years skvalex has worked perfectly even if I completely block all internet connectivity even from the start of installation except for checking for pro version.
As for NextDNS it does work on wifi and cellular. Personally I pay for the pro and have it setup on my home router plus all my phones too
Try freezing the Apps you cannot uninstall - e.g. SuperFreezZ or SD Maid.
Have a look here for some other goodies that may be useful:
https://alternativeto.net/list/28655/the-ultimate-f-droid-setup/
elmor0 said:
Try freezing the Apps you cannot uninstall - e.g. SuperFreezZ or SD Maid.
Have a look here for some other goodies that may be useful:
https://alternativeto.net/list/28655/the-ultimate-f-droid-setup/
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There's no such thing as not able to uninstall. With adb commands you can uninstall literally any app, even system apps.
spart0n said:
There's no such thing as not able to uninstall. With adb commands you can uninstall literally any app, even system apps.
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My understanding is that the system apps don't get truly uninstalled but are effectively disabled (frozen)......?
spart0n said:
I've tried cube in the past and it had a lot of denied connections in the background but over the years skvalex has worked perfectly even if I completely block all internet connectivity even from the start of installation except for checking for pro version.
As for NextDNS it does work on wifi and cellular. Personally I pay for the pro and have it setup on my home router plus all my phones too
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The problem I've seen with Cube is that it sometimes randomly ends a recording before the call is finished.
Your earlier comment about using ABD to backup the phone - I found this and several other similar articles/guides outlining the method I think you alluded to. Seems pretty straight-forward. I also turned up info on uninstalling. Thanks for that - ABD seems the way to go.
The link:
How To Create a Full Android Phone or Tablet Backup Without Rooting or Unlocking Your Device
Android includes a built-in way to back up and restore the contents of your phone or tablet. All you need is a computer and a device running Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or newer.
www.howtogeek.com
Adding this link:
How to uninstall carrier/OEM bloatware without root access
If you want to get rid of carrier/OEM apps from your phone, here's how you can uninstall bloatware from your device without root access!
www.xda-developers.com
elmor0 said:
My understanding is that the system apps don't get truly uninstalled but are effectively disabled (frozen)......?
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They do get uninstalled, but they remain inside the recovery partition so that when you reset the device they get reinstalled. You can disable or uninstall from Android any system app, even breaking the system, but the app will not get deleted from recovery unless you flash twrp or another custom recovery which deletes the stock recovery
Sam Sung said:
The problem I've seen with Cube is that it sometimes randomly ends a recording before the call is finished.
Your earlier comment about using ABD to backup the phone - I found this and several other similar articles/guides outlining the method I think you alluded to. Seems pretty straight-forward. I also turned up info on uninstalling. Thanks for that - ABD seems the way to go.
The link:
How To Create a Full Android Phone or Tablet Backup Without Rooting or Unlocking Your Device
Android includes a built-in way to back up and restore the contents of your phone or tablet. All you need is a computer and a device running Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or newer.
www.howtogeek.com
Adding this link:
How to uninstall carrier/OEM bloatware without root access
If you want to get rid of carrier/OEM apps from your phone, here's how you can uninstall bloatware from your device without root access!
www.xda-developers.com
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Those are okay but dated guides for bloatware removal. There's 2 easy ways right now. One open source and not as feature rich and then there's a free/pro app that has more features.
Open source is universal android debloater gui (unless you want command line) from GitHub really easy to find with Google.
Or adb app control from cybercat. He's very active in his telegram support group and helpful
spart0n said:
Those are okay but dated guides for bloatware removal. There's 2 easy ways right now. One open source and not as feature rich and then there's a free/pro app that has more features.
Open source is universal android debloater gui (unless you want command line) from GitHub really easy to find with Google.
Or adb app control from cybercat. He's very active in his telegram support group and helpful
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So they are. Not stuck on terminal. I've found and bookmarked AppControl download page.
Looking again, the ADB guide I linked to is aged too...is that still the best method? A Windows GUI would be nice for that too. Is there a reliable app or is ADB still my best bet?
Sam Sung said:
So they are. Not stuck on terminal. I've found and bookmarked AppControl download page.
Looking again, the ADB guide I linked to is aged too...is that still the best method? A Windows GUI would be nice for that too. Is there a reliable app or is ADB still my best bet?
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Yeah there's a gui for adb, it's called universal android debloater from GitHub and in the release section they have a gui version
GitHub - 0x192/universal-android-debloater: Cross-platform GUI written in Rust using ADB to debloat non-rooted android devices. Improve your privacy, the security and battery life of your device.
Cross-platform GUI written in Rust using ADB to debloat non-rooted android devices. Improve your privacy, the security and battery life of your device. - GitHub - 0x192/universal-android-debloater:...
github.com
spart0n said:
Yeah there's a gui for adb, it's called universal android debloater from GitHub and in the release section they have a gui version
GitHub - 0x192/universal-android-debloater: Cross-platform GUI written in Rust using ADB to debloat non-rooted android devices. Improve your privacy, the security and battery life of your device.
Cross-platform GUI written in Rust using ADB to debloat non-rooted android devices. Improve your privacy, the security and battery life of your device. - GitHub - 0x192/universal-android-debloater:...
github.com
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Rereading, I can see I wasn't clear at all. I should have specified 'for backup'. I'm doing a bit of searching for something now and this week. I doubt I can image the entire phone, but I'm hoping to find as complete and 'nandroid-like' backup solution as I can. If you know of anything, I'd appreciate it. Or maybe my best bet actually is ABD and commandline.
Sam Sung said:
Rereading, I can see I wasn't clear at all. I should have specified 'for backup'. I'm doing a bit of searching for something now and this week. I doubt I can image the entire phone, but I'm hoping to find as complete and 'nandroid-like' backup solution as I can. If you know of anything, I'd appreciate it. Or maybe my best bet actually is ABD and commandline.
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Honestly I don't know any good ones, I use swift backup with shizuku. That's all I really know of. It works like titanium backup did but without root, even with shizuku, is somewhat limited.
adb pull /sdcard will get your files
Sometimes adb pull will fail on a specific file or folder and just puke on itself and refuse to continue. If that happens, you just have to delete the file/folder and try again. I've only had this happen once though.
Swift Backup with shizuku will back up apps and their downloaded data but not user data. Pair it with Google Backup and Google will restore *some* app data... Realistically though, you'll be losing some or a lot of app data, depending on app policies.
Thanks for your responses. Regrettably, there's no option in Dev options to unlock the boot-loader., so I'm stuck with whatever is available. Now I know. I should have either switched carriers or bought an unlocked phone, which I think comes with its own caveats.
User data, photos and such isn't too much of an issue here. My client data from apps is backed up to PC regularly, as are any photos I want to keep etc.
I like Nandroid backups because they backup everything including texts, call logs and OS (nice in case something happens and the OS bites the dust or gets crippled).
The real issue is my texts and call logs, moreso the texts..
How reliable is Swift (which is looking more and more attractive) compared to ABD, and can ABD back up more?
Also, side note, but my late wife's phone is an S7. I lost a previous phone and ergo my texts, so the texts on her phone are all I have of our texts over the years.
I was thinking I'd use Smart Switch or something to transfer the texts from her phone over to the S10 I just upgraded from. Is that practical?
I appreciate your remarks. Thanks!
Sam Sung said:
Thanks for your responses. Regrettably, there's no option in Dev options to unlock the boot-loader., so I'm stuck with whatever is available. Now I know. I should have either switched carriers or bought an unlocked phone, which I think comes with its own caveats.
User data, photos and such isn't too much of an issue here. My client data from apps is backed up to PC regularly, as are any photos I want to keep etc.
I like Nandroid backups because they backup everything including texts, call logs and OS (nice in case something happens and the OS bites the dust or gets crippled).
The real issue is my texts and call logs, moreso the texts..
How reliable is Swift (which is looking more and more attractive) compared to ABD, and can ABD back up more?
Also, side note, but my late wife's phone is an S7. I lost a previous phone and ergo my texts, so the texts on her phone are all I have of our texts over the years.
I was thinking I'd use Smart Switch or something to transfer the texts from her phone over to the S10 I just upgraded from. Is that practical?
I appreciate your remarks. Thanks!
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As for bootloader unlocking anything Samsung, you can't buy the north America models, any other country model will have the option for unlocking. As for swift vs adb without root? Swift does call logs and text backups locally on the device and on several cloud services of your choice if you wish.
spart0n said:
As for bootloader unlocking anything Samsung, you can't buy the north America models, any other country model will have the option for unlocking. As for swift vs adb without root? Swift does call logs and text backups locally on the device and on several cloud services of your choice if you wish.
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Thanks, sprt0n. I'll give Swift a try, along with Shizuku. Regarding the old S7 texts...do you recommend Swift there as well? WIll there be an issue transfering texts between the s7 and s10 given their age? S10 is Android 12, S7 is Android 8.
Sam Sung said:
Thanks, sprt0n. I'll give Swift a try, along with Shizuku. Regarding the old S7 texts...do you recommend Swift there as well? WIll there be an issue transfering texts between the s7 and s10 given their age? S10 is Android 12, S7 is Android 8.
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You can try it says on the Google Play store listing page that supports Android 6 and up so it should work
I'll do that, Thx.
Y'all have given me direction regarding uninstalling apps and back up, and even firewalling, if NextDNS allows.
I may be back for future questions after I research this stuff. I appreciate all your comments, particularly spart0n.