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UPDATE:
As of April 23, 2010 HTC Desire users can see / buy protected apps from the Android Market !
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I know, this has been discussed again and again.
We have to wait until Google finished finger-printing the phone firmware and added it to the Market. Something like Google should certify the phone firmware to be able to use the Market.
Granted, no problem with that ... if Google can do it very quickly.
But how long???
This will be a long wait ... or VERY LONG WAIT
Take a look from the official Google Android Market forum support:
Even the HTC Legend is still having this issue (which was released earlier)
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/Android+Market/thread?tid=683d89c4f4fd4593&hl=en
After more than 1 month, it is still not fixed !!!
And this is for HTC Hero:
http://www.google.com/support/forum/p/Android+Market/thread?tid=3529bae358433fcd&hl=en
Started on July 22, 2009 ... Until March 2010 ... Or is it still till now??? Probably on certain firmware from certain mobile operators or whatnot.
I really cannot believe Google screws this great Android platform like this.
Think about the next firmware update, from Google or HTC ... We will AGAIN get this issue ... Then wait again very long.
I am really mad and hate this. The phone is nice, but this? Do I forced to find "elsewhere" (pirated, cracked version of Android apps)?
If one of you guys is capable of writing a good professional article or blog regarding this issue, we could spread the voice all over the internet / twitter / facebook / blogs / news so Google could "end" or "fix" this.
Because this is unacceptable ... will REPEAT (every firmware update) and FOREVER
PS: This is repost from AndroidForums.com by me.
It's staggering really. Particularly like google Earth. I can't get that through the android market!
This should be fixed....
will a rooted desire solve the problem?
mtbmtbmtb said:
will a rooted desire solve the problem?
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I think so, since at that point you can change your phone "ID", so the market thinks it is a nexus/G1/X10 etc etc.
If there si a phone with full access to the market, you change your ID to that one et voilá...
how about changing from a T-Mobile ROM to a generic one?
I'm have a desire with the same issue, running the latest generic firmware. I have to source apps I can't find on the market place elsewhere. There really needs to be more urgency put on the finger printing process by Google!
Think Google have their dummy out as the Nexus isnt doing too well lol
Seriously though. This is bad. The iphone/pod does so well because of the apps. Microsoft are doing so badly because of the apps. Google dont shoot yourself in the foot.
Its sad as I told my mate today that the android just lacks big named titles then I go on cryket and there are some cool titles Gameloft & EA but not found on the marketplace when I search.
Really is a pity we have to wait so long.
gogol said:
Think about the next firmware update, from Google or HTC ... We will AGAIN get this issue ... Then wait again very long.
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Knowing HTC they probably won't release many updates for the Desire anyway, unless they've realised that in order to sell more units they need to provide fixes!
ritdaw said:
Knowing HTC they probably won't release many updates for the Desire anyway, unless they've realised that in order to sell more units they need to provide fixes!
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Hahaha, don't be daft now! When do HTC ever really fix issues? Thats why we all love xda so much.
This won't help ... I am using generic one
This issue is silly ... I cant support Android platform by spending money on apps. I want to do this to support Android developers so they will be happy and encouraged to develop more better apps.
If I am a developer, I will be really mad ...
Some apps are in http://www.slideme.org , but not all.
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how about changing from a T-Mobile ROM to a generic one?
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This guy is making work of the market problem. At least for the Legend. So let's hope this will also solve the problem for the Desire.
Otherwise we have to wait for root acces and alter the build.prop file ourselves.
Bart1981 said:
This guy is making work of the market problem. At least for the Legend. So let's hope this will also solve the problem for the Desire.
Otherwise we have to wait for root acces and alter the build.prop file ourselves.
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As far as I can gather, he says nothing specifically about the market problem, he's just saying an OTA is underway for the Legend that should fix that phone's specific problems getting apps that need access to the camera.
He says nothing about the missing protected apps, and nothing about the Desire either.
Just got off the phone to HTC:
Apparently there is a ROM update to fix this in the works which will be released in "the next four weeks". She was quite adamant that it wasn't just a Google thing...
I gave her a list of apps that I couldn't download and she said she'd pass it on.
She did say that the more people that call up and report this the better. It then lets HTC know how much pain its causing.
Get calling!
Oh boy ... 4 weeks??? I hope HTC will roll out a very good list of patches!
If it will include "Flash 10.1" with hardware acceleration, then I will forgive them (HTC and Google)
Google IO conference will be on May 19 - 20.
I wrote an article about it as suggested and its up
http://www.rcrwireless.com/article/...121/htc-desire-has-android-marketplace-issues
We should spread this out.
But, why do you only mention "unbranded" ??? Because this issue happen on ALL HTC Desire devices released till today.
And also HTC Legend ... and some HTC Hero still.
Read my #1 post.
Gr3m1in said:
I wrote an article about it as suggested and its up
http://www.rcrwireless.com/article/...121/htc-desire-has-android-marketplace-issues
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Retweeted your article, can all Twitter users do the same (and Digg/ReTweet all similar articles!).
Gr3m1in said:
I wrote an article about it as suggested and its up
http://www.rcrwireless.com/article/...121/htc-desire-has-android-marketplace-issues
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Good. Thanks for the article.
But I have one of the first T-mobile Desire's bought direct from T-mobile (1.15.110.11) and I still can't see protected apps like Tapatalk, Google Earth, etc. So the problem isn't restricted to unbranded phones as your article suggests.
gogol said:
We should spread this out.
But, why do you only mention "unbranded" ??? Because this issue happen on ALL HTC Desire devices released till today.
And also HTC Legend ... and some HTC Hero still.
Read my #1 post.
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There had been reports that it works on SOME branded Desires
and your thread wasn't the first written about this issue, it was raised a few days before you did it just wasnt published until now the original thread I came across only mentioned the Desire
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Good. Thanks for the article.
But I have one of the first T-mobile Desire's bought direct from T-mobile (1.15.110.11) and I still can't see protected apps like Tapatalk, Google Earth, etc. So the problem isn't restricted to unbranded phones as your article suggests.
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That was the editor, I requested the update it hasnt happened yet so I apologise
it was supposed to say some unbranded devices
is this the same issue why i cant see Google maps in the market place on my phone? i'm in ireland.. unlocked unbranded desire.. tried both o2 and meteor networks
Where does the HTC Hub app store downloaded Sense Skins (like Music Lover and such)? I've been all across the internet, XDA, etc, as well as Root Explorer-ing the hell out of the root folders.
Anyone know exactly where it stores these files?
If you download,you can find at /data/app.
Skins are apk`s as far as I know!
is there any reason why they arent releasing any more? Are there any new ones around here?
@Ganil, thanks bro! I found them with your help!
@blunted09, the reason I was asking where the skins were was because a buddy of mine and I have been collaborating for about 6 years now in Photoshop projects. These range from websites, to signatures, and even state competitions. The problem before, we couldn't find a ROM that we liked enough to actually release public themes for.
We both have the Droid Incredible, but we will be developing our themes through the HTC Hub so that they are easily installable, backwards compatible, and have a quality not seen before on XDA. Now that we've got the skins from the /data/app/ folder, work get begin. Get ready for some new themes!
No problem bro
A few days ago on HTCSense.com they had a "Memories" skin (orange looking one) but it would not download or show up in the HTC Hub on my phone, HTC said it should work but usual rubbish from the customer service team.
Did anyone else see it/download it. If possible would you be able to share it.
Cheers
Martyn
MartyH32 said:
A few days ago on HTCSense.com they had a "Memories" skin (orange looking one) but it would not download or show up in the HTC Hub on my phone, HTC said it should work but usual rubbish from the customer service team.
Did anyone else see it/download it. If possible would you be able to share it.
Cheers
Martyn
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I had the same problem, that skin is sweet yet i was unable to push it to my phone. they said theres a slight problem with the server or sync with the phone. should be sorted out in a few weeks apparently.
Cheers for the quick reply.
My HTCSense.com has been weird all day
I'd really like the Memories skin for my Desire HD - just can't get it to go to the phone!
Seraphic said:
I'd really like the Memories skin for my Desire HD - just can't get it to go to the phone!
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yeah same here, its looks real nice...
We are on the same boat!
I already downloaded this skin... (memories)
Sent from my HTC Vision using XDA App
just downloaded it, works fine for me
I want the glassy one brightly brilliant
Does anyone have the apk for the Chinese New Year theme?
If you guys haven't gotten it yet...get it! Awesome app! It allows watching Youtube vids in HQ even on 3G! =D HTC got it right!
So is this a HTC only app?
I honestly don't know. It's definitely an HTC made app, but it doesn't appear under HTC Apps in the the Marketplace, it appears in the general apps section.
not finding this in marketplace, still can only find the basic youtube app and the one by lazyworm.
eternalemb said:
If you guys haven't gotten it yet...get it! Awesome app! It allows watching Youtube vids in HQ even on 3G! =D HTC got it right!
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SWEEET! Thanks for the heads-up.
MartyLK said:
SWEEET! Thanks for the heads-up.
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does this mean you found the app?
Couldn't find it either...:S
nrfitchett4 said:
does this mean you found the app?
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Not yet. My HD7 is resting peacefully while my HD2 gets to use the sim card. Once I've had my fill of HD2 goodness, I will boot up the crown jewel for a luxury ride and install the app.
Here's some screenshots...Sorry for the crappy shots, but you get the point...
doesnt appear in the european market
eternalemb said:
Here's some screenshots...Sorry for the crappy shots, but you get the point...
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thanks for posting it. Wonder why I can't find it on my hd7. I'll keep looking.
for all y'all looking for it, try going to marketplace/ apps/ music and video/ free. It was the first one there, but I couldn't find it by searching.
nrfitchett4 said:
thanks for posting it. Wonder why I can't find it on my hd7. I'll keep looking.
for all y'all looking for it, try going to marketplace/ apps/ music and video/ free. It was the first one there, but I couldn't find it by searching.
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Cool. Thanks
nrfitchett4 said:
thanks for posting it. Wonder why I can't find it on my hd7. I'll keep looking.
for all y'all looking for it, try going to marketplace/ apps/ music and video/ free. It was the first one there, but I couldn't find it by searching.
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No prob. I just went into Apps then sideswiped to new and it was about 10 apps down, under Holy Bible. Correction, 1 app after that, between GPS4Me and Soniccasting.
MartyLK said:
Have you looked under HTC apps? Or maybe search HTC Youtube.
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didn't show up under search.
Now if it only allowed you to login to see your subscribed videos....
Much higher quality video over data and wifi and it shows the lighter color download bar as well so you know if its gonna buffer.
nrfitchett4 said:
didn't show up under search.
Now if it only allowed you to login to see your subscribed videos....
Much higher quality video over data and wifi and it shows the lighter color download bar as well so you know if its gonna buffer.
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Not to mention being able to touch the point in video you want to see.
The decision to let hardware makers customise only by individual apps is starting to pay off. The fact that HTC are the only ones to have a native YouTube app (which imo is a stupid thing to leave out of the OS, but only cause I use YouTube a lot) is making me strongly lean towards one of their devices over samsung
zukа said:
The decision to let hardware makers customise only by individual apps is starting to pay off. The fact that HTC are the only ones to have a native YouTube app (which imo is a stupid thing to leave out of the OS, but only cause I use YouTube a lot) is making me strongly lean towards one of their devices over samsung
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The thing is, all WP7 phones can use HTC apps. The Hub is available not only for HTC phones, but also Samsung and LG.
MartyLK said:
The thing is, all WP7 phones can use HTC apps. The Hub is available not only for HTC phones, but also Samsung and LG.
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I didn't think that was true. Each OEM has their own apps, like htc has the only flashlight app that uses the flash of the camera.
Great find OP! Now only if someone would come out with tune-in radio app for WP7.
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Great find OP! Now only if someone would come out with tune-in radio app for WP7.
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what is that? fm radio?
Hi
Does the galaxy havesmart dialing?
It is one of the things i loved about my Sensation. i could start typing a few letters (numbers) and all the coressponding contacts were shown.
from what i can see from all the videos this may not be possible in stock android 4.0?
Can anyone relay my fears
Cant remeber the last i didnt have that feature even going back to my nokia e71.
I invented cyberspace. You're trespassing.
the X10i Sony doesn't have it and i'm worried the nexus doesn't
i use it a lot when using the htc dialer
No idea how to load my google contacts into emulator... if there's an easy way to do that I can try for you.
i have tried it in the emulator.
it will not work under the dialer itself.
however it will work under the search bar.
when you start to type the number under the search, it will appear all the related contacts.
You can always use a 3rd party app such as Dialer One or TouchPal Dialer (free on the market) which has the feature you desire.
Mark.
xManMythLegend said:
No idea how to load my google contacts into emulator... if there's an easy way to do that I can try for you.
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You can export your contacts from Google contacts as a csv-file. That file can be imported in the app.
Thank you
I forgot about the persistant search bar at the top
thank yor for all suggestions
where can i get this emulator?
mhbr12742 said:
I forgot about the persistant search bar at the top
thank yor for all suggestions
where can i get this emulator?
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Android SDK
Takes about 10-15 mins to get up and running purely dependent on connection of course. But emulator takes few mins to boot and is really sluggish. Still no clue how anyone develops on that.
I made myself as a contact..dialer did not show what you asked. But unless I get full contact list in there cant say for sure. But the layout itself doesnt seem appropriate for it.
This is one of my concerns aswell, I love the smart dial feature on the HTC dialer and heavily rely on it. I don't want to have to get an alternate dialer I want a nice clean pure android experience.
It's crazy to me that people still look up names by numbers instead of names.
Tung_meister said:
This is one of my concerns aswell, I love the smart dial feature on the HTC dialer and heavily rely on it. I don't want to have to get an alternate dialer I want a nice clean pure android experience.
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you can use the search bar to search for numbers. it will appear with the contact that match the numbers.
just like it has already happening in honeycomb table. just that no ones use honeycomb to make phone calls.
It's a change it might not.
I no longer have it on my device after switching over to CM7
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Smart Dialling appears so backwards to me. I have internalized only a few phone numbers and that's because it'S always easier and faster to just use the contacts feature instead of "dialling".
qwerp_ said:
you can use the search bar to search for numbers. it will appear with the contact that match the numbers.
just like it has already happening in honeycomb table. just that no ones use honeycomb to make phone calls.
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It only works from the start of a phone number though.
So if you know the number ends in 5423, if you try searching for that it won't match it.
HTC's dialer will match anywhere in the number.
Balls, much faster to start typing a name on the keypad and results are refined as you go. Every phone for the last 15 years had t9 dialling. So stupid Apple dropped it and Google following along.
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Tung_meister said:
This is one of my concerns aswell, I love the smart dial feature on the HTC dialer and heavily rely on it. I don't want to have to get an alternate dialer I want a nice clean pure android experience.
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That nice clean Android experience had never had this so....
Mnemoch said:
Balls, much faster to start typing a name on the keypad and results are refined as you go. Every phone for the last 15 years had t9 dialling. So stupid Apple dropped it and Google following along.
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Um...you can search contacts by their name on every single android phone
Mnemoch said:
Balls, much faster to start typing a name on the keypad and results are refined as you go. Every phone for the last 15 years had t9 dialling. So stupid Apple dropped it and Google following along.
Sent from my HTC EVO 3D X515m using XDA App
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Faster yet speaking the name...
JCopernicus said:
Um...you can search contacts by their name on every single android phone
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Not with the dialer
Hi,
Im coming from iOS and im considering an android, and the htc one x was/is one of the equipments in consideration but i have some questions about it, especially now after the htc one announcement. So i would like to get the feedback from users here to help me decide
I really liked the htc one, the features, the design, etc but i was wondering if its worth the extra money, wait and get it or just get a htc one x for cheaper? The OneX would be the quad-core version.
Also, i have some questions about google now and the voice assistant. Does it work well on the htc one x? From what i have read, there is already jelly bean for HOX so google now should work(right?).
Can the voice assistant from google now read and reply to text's by voice? Especially when its connected to a cars bluetooth kit and a text arrives, it would be very useful to have the option to read it automatically and reply to it - thats something that i always thought was very useful on siri.
Thanks!
Edit: I placed this on this "section" of the forum because it seemed like the right sub-forum since it was questions about the device, but now i was looking at the "general" sub-forum and now im not sure if it really belongs here or not. So mods, im sorry if this thread doesn't belong in this sub-forum and of course, feel free to move it, Thanks
AW: [Q] Htc One X vs Htc One & Google Now
Hello,
Google Now isn't as you expected a voice assistant like siri.
Its main funktions are a voice search that includes all Google features like YouTube gmaps etc.
The secound feature is that you can use different "cards" which show you personalised content like traffic from your home to work or weather or concerts alround you.
There are many possibility.
The voice based assistant can be found in other android apps, including the reading of sms.
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app