Sending files to a Mac via Bluetooth - Samsung Galaxy Nexus

I am currently running the Google I/O JellyBean OTA on my non Google I/O Nexus (hope that makes sense :S) and I am trying to send some MP3's from my Nexus to my Retina MacBook Pro via Bluetooth.
I have paired the devices together and they both see each other no problem, however, when I try to send the files I get a "Connection Unsuccessful" error from the Nexus and the file does not send?
Anyone else get this, and do you have any ideas how I can fix this?
Cheers
Stewart

StuMcBill said:
I am currently running the Google I/O JellyBean OTA on my non Google I/O Nexus (hope that makes sense :S) and I am trying to send some MP3's from my Nexus to my Retina MacBook Pro via Bluetooth.
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Nice humblebrag there
I have paired the devices together and they both see each other no problem, however, when I try to send the files I get a "Connection Unsuccessful" error from the Nexus and the file does not send?
Anyone else get this, and do you have any ideas how I can fix this?
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I get this error trying to send a file over BT. "File transfer failed: internal error".
I've not had very good luck using BT with my Galaxy Nexus and MacBook Pro. Bluetooth tethering can't be trusted for more than 5min without disconnecting.

martonikaj said:
Nice humblebrag there
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Heh, the reason I wrote it (and subsequently forgot to write it in the OP) is that the Retina MBP had Bluetooth 4.0, wasn't sure if this made a difference?
I get this error trying to send a file over BT. "File transfer failed: internal error".
I've not had very good luck using BT with my Galaxy Nexus and MacBook Pro. Bluetooth tethering can't be trusted for more than 5min without disconnecting.
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Oh well, looks like its Android File Transfer and my USB Cable then!
Cheers!

StuMcBill said:
Oh well, looks like its Android File Transfer and my USB Cable then!
Cheers!
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Yep that's how its looking now. I want them to fix the issue with tethering personally...

martonikaj said:
Yep that's how its looking now. I want them to fix the issue with tethering personally...
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I have noticed that some of my files on my SD Card are not showing up in the list on Android File Transfer? I have 2 MP3's in a folder which I want to transfer, but they don't show up? I tried putting them into a .zip file also, and that doesn't show up either?
Anyone have any ideas?

StuMcBill said:
I have noticed that some of my files on my SD Card are not showing up in the list on Android File Transfer? I have 2 MP3's in a folder which I want to transfer, but they don't show up? I tried putting them into a .zip file also, and that doesn't show up either?
Anyone have any ideas?
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All my files show. You can use some apps to have the phone re-scan for media and update the listing, although mine's always done just fine.

martonikaj said:
All my files show. You can use some apps to have the phone re-scan for media and update the listing, although mine's always done just fine.
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Any ideas on which apps I could use?
Cheers
Stewart

StuMcBill said:
Any ideas on which apps I could use?
Cheers
Stewart
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Searched and found this: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...1bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5hZGR6Lm1lZGlhc2Nhbm5lciJd
Haven't used. Seems to do what you want though.

martonikaj said:
Searched and found this: https://play.google.com/store/apps/...1bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5hZGR6Lm1lZGlhc2Nhbm5lciJd
Haven't used. Seems to do what you want though.
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No joy.
The files show fine on the phone, just not on Android File Transfer.
Might just email them or fire up my bootcamp partition!

StuMcBill said:
No joy.
The files show fine on the phone, just not on Android File Transfer.
Might just email them or fire up my bootcamp partition!
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Hmm that's unfortunate. I don't use it a ton (mostly just Dropbox and Google Drive), but I've never had issues.

martonikaj said:
Hmm that's unfortunate. I don't use it a ton (mostly just Dropbox and Google Drive), but I've never had issues.
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Sussed it!
Turns out I needed to rebuild the Indexes? I used an app linked here and it works now!
http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus/493534-why-do-some-files-not-show-up-over-mtp.html

StuMcBill said:
Sussed it!
Turns out I needed to rebuild the Indexes? I used an app linked here and it works now!
http://androidforums.com/samsung-galaxy-nexus/493534-why-do-some-files-not-show-up-over-mtp.html
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Good to know.

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No Static Sound? But gabbage noise? Read !

Well, FINALLY SOUND ON ANDROID!
HOOOOOOOOOOOOORAY!
Thanks to all the DEVS!
If you've had the same problem like i did,
i found this fix on page 710 in the droid post.
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Here is the fix to the static sound... http://www.mediafire.com/?qt98mbayd8zrbqu
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I can vouch that this fix does work, posted on post 710 of the [PRJ][GSM&CDMA][CAB&RAR] XDAndroid AOSP Port & Startup Utility [8/26] SOUND IS FIXED! thread
to install:
1. delete current modules.tar file in your andboot folder
2. place both files contained in the .rar above in the andboot folder.
3. boot android and enjoy.
I find that this fix makes the android music player a bit more responsive some how as well, before it would lagg a lot but with this fix its almost flowing like it would on a regular android device.
thank you so much for posting the fix here
kanwal236 said:
thank you so much for posting the fix here
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theres a problem with this fix, replacing the .tar file only does not fix the problem nor does it mess anything up
replacing the zimage as well does fix the problem HOWEVER, it also stops wifi from working =(
kanwal236 said:
theres a problem with this fix, replacing the .tar file only does not fix the problem nor does it mess anything up
replacing the zimage as well does fix the problem HOWEVER, it also stops wifi from working =(
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Not true, I have this fix installed on my latest BLAZN build and wifi is working for me, so is my 3g data and calls. Load times are the same, and all i've noticed is that virtual keyboards are a bit slow. Market place is still working. Also Facebook account seems to not be able to sync on the phone under accounts and you cannot create a new account for facebook, but the facebook app does work.
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Not true, I have this fix installed on my latest BLAZN build and wifi is working for me, so is my 3g data and calls. Load times are the same, and all i've noticed is that virtual keyboards are a bit slow. Market place is still working. Also Facebook account seems to not be able to sync on the phone under accounts and you cannot create a new account for facebook, but the facebook app does work.
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thats strange, cause i did a fresh install of android through the cab and then used this fix to fix the static, but my wifi doesn't turn on then, it says error when trying to turn it on.
I should mention i have a tilt 2, might have different results depending on carrier version?
Does this also fix the headphones? Because currentky there is no sound when you plug in headphones
tonev said:
Does this also fix the headphones? Because currentky there is no sound when you plug in headphones
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No atm no headphone use is working. I've tried my self with the dongle HTC gives you with the tilt 2/touch pro 2 and no luck
kanwal236 said:
thats strange, cause i did a fresh install of android through the cab and then used this fix to fix the static, but my wifi doesn't turn on then, it says error when trying to turn it on.
I should mention i have a tilt 2, might have different results depending on carrier version?
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hmm, i have a tilt 2 as well, Running Energy Rom, Wifi works for me, so does data, GPS and MMS.
do a fresh install of android again from the cab, this time verify that wifi does or doesnt work before you do the fix if wifi is working try the fix and see if that breaks it.
It may just be that the install went bad somewhere along the line and thats why you dont have wifi, but truly I have no idea.
great fix i havent tried using the facebook app but it beats the hell outta the static im sure in the next build ref put together everthing will work im waiting on the keyboard fix (tp2)
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[Q] How to send files over Bluetooth?

Hi, guys. I having trouble sending files over bluetooth. With my GSG2 it's working like charm, but with GN I need to start third party app lik Bluetooth file transfer in order to receive file. Is it possible to do this in normal way? On the GSG2 I was authorized the phone to accept files from my PC without prompting me, but GN even didn't ask for this. When I try to send a file, I receiving only the error message on the PC and nothing on the phone. If I start BT file trasnfer app, it's work.
+1 on this problem, cant transfer anything to GN but not a problem from it to any device
when I try with "Bluetooth File Explorer" it says Bluetooth FIle Receiving Service cannot start.
Did you try making it discoverable?
I face no such probs, i rarely use it anyways, wifi is way way way way faster.
psycho2097 said:
Did you try making it discoverable?
I face no such probs, i rarely use it anyways, wifi is way way way way faster.
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Yeah I know it's faster with wifi, but when ur not at home bluetooth is the way anyway, have u tried sending a file from ur pc to ur phone or from another phone to ur GN? If yes then I guess it's time to wipe everything and reflash the firmware and if this doest help, oh well, RMA it
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I have had a few problems but have found a solution myself:
Just put everything in a zipped folder, transfers fine every time without third party software!
Hope this helps
Hmm I'd like to know a solution to this too. Sending files from my phone works fine, but I tried sending something from my laptop earlier and it didn't work
wilskywalker said:
I have had a few problems but have found a solution myself:
Just put everything in a zipped folder, transfers fine every time without third party software!
Hope this helps
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Maan, that works! Thank u )
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NoOneCanHelpMe said:
Yeah I know it's faster with wifi, but when ur not at home bluetooth is the way anyway, have u tried sending a file from ur pc to ur phone or from another phone to ur GN? If yes then I guess it's time to wipe everything and reflash the firmware and if this doest help, oh well, RMA it
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if you say "bluetooth is the way to go when wifi is not available" why dont you use wireless hotspot, and run a http server, or a ftp server, or simply dropbear on your device? then your friend can connect to your phone's hotspot ssid, and get whatever he wants. it works great if the other person isn't using some last century phone.
enjoy
bk201doesntexist said:
if you say "bluetooth is the way to go when wifi is not available" why dont you use wireless hotspot, and run a http server, or a ftp server, or simply dropbear on your device? then your friend can connect to your phone's hotspot ssid, and get whatever he wants. it works great if the other person isn't using some last century phone.
enjoy
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Yes ur suggestion is good for big files, but for small files bluetooth is more convenient, for me at least i think once wifi direct is more common, "bluetooth file transfer" is gonna die
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psycho2097 said:
Did you try making it discoverable?
I face no such probs, i rarely use it anyways, wifi is way way way way faster.
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how do you transfer over wifi?
Neo3D said:
how do you transfer over wifi?
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This app is really good
"AirDroid" - https://market.android.com/details?id=com.sand.airdroid
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Does anyone have another solution? Zipping/unzipping things is a minor hassle but it's still a hassle, I bet the iPhone doesn't have this problem..

I am screwed, am I?

So i'll make it short, my friend accidently deleted a folder of my DCIM and most of my pics taken and not yet backed up is gone.
I've searched for recovery softwares and all of them require a mass storage mounted to recover them. so with Gnex uses MTP, i am totally screwed am I?
Does anyone have any linux method to mount this thing, and recover the files? Got many pics and 3 videos in it.
I feel like crying...
are you on mac?
IDK if you are screwed, but if you had a dropbox account and beta app - it automatically uploads your pictures to drop box...
It is actually an official app now.
iPathik said:
are you on mac?
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No i am on windows and also can boot into ubuntu. this can be resolved on mac??
descendency said:
IDK if you are screwed, but if you had a dropbox account and beta app - it automatically uploads your pictures to drop box...
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uurgh thats one of my regrets, i turned it and the google + auto upload off as i am on a limited data subscription.
You probably can't recover the pictures.
LuffyPSP said:
uurgh thats one of my regrets, i turned it and the google + auto upload off as i am on a limited data subscription.
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For future reference, leave auto-upload on, but only let it upload on WiFi. That way you get some backup happening still....
martonikaj said:
You probably can't recover the pictures.
For future reference, leave auto-upload on, but only let it upload on WiFi. That way you get some backup happening still....
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yeah i did that last night. and now i slowly accepting that i cant recover it.
LuffyPSP said:
yeah i did that last night. and now i slowly accepting that i cant recover it.
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sorry to hear you lost your pics man...i see they mean a lot to you...
afma_afma said:
sorry to hear you lost your pics man...i see they mean a lot to you...
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Thanks man. I really do hope we can mount USB storage on Gnex someday. though it has low probability of happening.
Would really love to see that happen in the near future. But as someone suggested, leave it to wi-fi only. I have that set up and you won't even have to worry about anything. All automatic from there. Haven't tried dropbox yet, but I might. I'll let you know how it works if you want.
i set it up both. just in case~

Cannot transfer files via usb...major pain in the butt!!

I have tried all options, to get my files to transfer using my usb cable, to my computer. I can't download a file to the device, nor can I copy/paste files to and from it, either. I have tried multiple cables, and even when it shows the phone is connected, I still cannot do a thing other than copy small files to it. This is a MAJOR problem, as I do not want to use AirDroid...it doesn't see every file I want to transfer...and something so simple as ancient usb file transfers are not working with this phone. My SGS2 worked just fine...but any help that you can give me would be appreciated. And yes, I have googled the hell out of the inquiry...just none that seem to fix my issues. :good:
what happens when "it doesnt work".
what operating system is your computer? windows I'll guess? Does it show in my computer? can you browse the files on the phone? Or do you get a message from the OS? whats the message it gives you??...
many important facts missing from your request for help....
TRusselo said:
what happens when "it doesnt work".
what operating system is your computer? windows I'll guess? Does it show in my computer? can you browse the files on the phone? Or do you get a message from the OS? whats the message it gives you??...
many important facts missing from your request for help....
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Windows 7 64-bit...It DOES show in MY COMPUTER...yes, I CAN browse the files, yet I cannot move them, nor can I download or copy to the folders. There are also times where I get the Hardware Id Missing error, even after installing Kies or uninstalling it. Sometimes it shows up as USB Mass Storage Device in device manager, other times it shows up as Samsung I-747.
Out of curiosity, have you tried a different cable? I had a similar problem on my phone. I'd try to upload a file to the phone, even a small one, and it would go very slowly and eventually time out. I tried another usb cable and it worked fine.
BonesHopkins said:
Out of curiosity, have you tried a different cable? I had a similar problem on my phone. I'd try to upload a file to the phone, even a small one, and it would go very slowly and eventually time out. I tried another usb cable and it worked fine.
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Yep. Tried 3 cables total! Same result! This is definitely annoying! Thank you, though!
I think you have a legitimate phone issue sir; sounds like you're due for a replacement. The folks on Verizon are having to replace there's left and right. I think samsung let their quality control slip on this one.
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jeffdaman said:
I think you have a legitimate phone issue sir; sounds like you're due for a replacement. The folks on Verizon are having to replace there's left and right. I think samsung let their quality control slip on this one.
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Wow, really!? I was wondering what was up!!! NOTHING worked correctly, mounting wise, ever since I got it! Thank you!
Hmmm did you back up imei? If you did by going to qualcomm settings by dialing a number in your dialer you have to reenable the default for the computer to recognize your phone. That's what worked for me
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Aquethys said:
Hmmm did you back up imei? If you did by going to qualcomm settings by dialing a number in your dialer you have to reenable the default for the computer to recognize your phone. That's what worked for me
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Why would I ever back up my IMEI? What is the point of that? I don't recall ever using any program to do that or that did that! What number did you type? Thank you!
Because earlier lots of people lost their imei from flashing stuff. So imei backup tools were made. If you never have done that youre fine. Might be something else like reinstalling drivers
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Aquethys said:
Because earlier lots of people lost their imei from flashing stuff. So imei backup tools were made. If you never have done that youre fine. Might be something else like reinstalling drivers
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I've flashed every possible driver that I can think of....just no dice! Frustrating!
jreed3786 said:
I have tried all options, to get my files to transfer using my usb cable, to my computer. I can't download a file to the device, nor can I copy/paste files to and from it, either. I have tried multiple cables, and even when it shows the phone is connected, I still cannot do a thing other than copy small files to it. This is a MAJOR problem, as I do not want to use AirDroid...it doesn't see every file I want to transfer...and something so simple as ancient usb file transfers are not working with this phone. My SGS2 worked just fine...but any help that you can give me would be appreciated. And yes, I have googled the hell out of the inquiry...just none that seem to fix my issues. :good:
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Your not using any Custom ROMS or custom kernels? I had that issue with my S3 and I was using a kernel on stock touchwiz and couldn't mount. I had to use a micro sd adapter for the computer to change softwares on my micro sd card then flash it on my phone.
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Sygic (sat nav)

I spent £28 on this from the play store yesterday, Downloaded and activated the maps then ran the software. It crashes back to the home screen every time i run it. I sent sygic and email confirming my phone spec etc but as of yet i haven't received anything back. How do i get a refund? Also has anyone else tried sygic on the G3?
ant78 said:
I spent £28 on this from the play store yesterday, Downloaded and activated the maps then ran the software. It crashes back to the home screen every time i run it. I sent sygic and email confirming my phone spec etc but as of yet i haven't received anything back. How do i get a refund? Also has anyone else tried sygic on the G3?
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Does it produce an error message?
Maine_Coon said:
Does it produce an error message?
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no just crashes, back to the home screen. Once i launch the app it says welcome and thats as far as it goes.
ant78 said:
I spent £28 on this from the play store yesterday, Downloaded and activated the maps then ran the software. It crashes back to the home screen every time i run it. I sent sygic and email confirming my phone spec etc but as of yet i haven't received anything back. How do i get a refund? Also has anyone else tried sygic on the G3?
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Works 100% on mine
ant78 said:
no just crashes, back to the home screen. Once i launch the app it says welcome and thats as far as it goes.
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do you have microSD card with "Sygic" folder? if the answer is yes, move this folder to the internal storage and try again.
Maine_Coon said:
do you have microSD card with "Sygic" folder? if the answer is yes, move this folder to the internal storage and try again.
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It was installed to my SD card so i moved it to the internal storage and im having the same problem :crying: Im going to totally uninstall every trace of sygic and start again to see if that works
ant78 said:
It was installed to my SD card so i moved it to the internal storage and im having the same problem :crying: Im going to totally uninstall every trace of sygic and start again to see if that works
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I have Sygic working on my G3 just fine, but i had to move the folder to the internal, because the idiots from google made those limitations for sd cards.
was hoping it would help you too.
Maine_Coon said:
I have Sygic working on my G3 just fine, but i had to move the folder to the internal, because the idiots from google made those limitations for sd cards.
was hoping it would help you too.
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Its up and working now :good: Once i uninstalled it and then reinstalled back to my internal storage it seems to run great:good: Thanks for the advice maine:good:
ant78 said:
Its up and working now :good: Once i uninstalled it and then reinstalled back to my internal storage it seems to run great:good: Thanks for the advice maine:good:
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glad to help kamrad:good:
Maine_Coon said:
the idiots from google
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Of all the ways I would describe Google developers, "idiots" would be pretty far down the list.
SilverZero said:
Of all the ways I would describe Google developers, "idiots" would be pretty far down the list.
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I knew someone would pick up on this.
They are all geniuses, fine.
Hope you enjoy your full access to microSD cards in KitKat.
no response is necessary.
Maine_Coon said:
I knew someone would pick up on this.
They are all geniuses, fine.
Hope you enjoy your full access to microSD cards in KitKat.
no response is necessary.
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No geniuses would only be at the Apple store ....lol
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Maine_Coon said:
I knew someone would pick up on this.
They are all geniuses, fine.
Hope you enjoy your full access to microSD cards in KitKat.
no response is necessary.
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:crying:

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