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Disabling Apps ? and Caution

I like the new feature of ICS that allows you to disable apps. I used it immediately to remove the VZW bloatware that was pre installed (back up assistant).
But I may of taken it a step too far. I disabled the default calculator app ( just happen to like realcalc better). When I did that it screwed up my calendar. All of my events were MIA. Luckily I caught it before I did anything else and couldn't pinpoint the problem. - undisabled the calculator and every thing went back to normal.
So, like it says in the warning use caution when disabling system apps. And hopefully my little boo boo helps some one else out.
Anyone else disable a app and notice any strange or unexpected results???
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I have a question related to your.
I disabled google search, and it disappeared from app list.
If i want to re-enable it, what should i do?

Sayan1987 said:
I have a question related to your.
I disabled google search, and it disappeared from app list.
If i want to re-enable it, what should i do?
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just go back into the manage apps list and re-enable it.

Sayan1987 said:
I have a question related to your.
I disabled google search, and it disappeared from app list.
If i want to re-enable it, what should i do?
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It didn't disappear it is on the bottom
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I disabled Books, Vz backup, and phone (I'm using another dialer). So far no issues.
I also used autostarts to keep a few other apps from starting automatically all the time.
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joshnichols189 said:
It didn't disappear it is on the bottom
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Ph didn't notice it was on bottom thank you very much.
And also thanks to psohn, going to try autostarts.

Talk back randomly starts

Hey guys, my galaxy nexus has a weird problem. Randomly the talk back feature found in the accessibility settings starts.
I am currently running, he AOKP Maguro milestone 2 ROM. Anyone know how to fix this?
Or if someone could tell me how to remove the feature permanently I wouldn't mind either. I never use it lol. I know there are some tools around and I'll search, bit if anyone can recommend a tool it would be really appreciated.
Thanks guys
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U using Light Flow?
If u are, u may want to read their website...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=21645992

Thank you. And yes I am using lighflow . Really appreciate it.
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just don't allow the web scripts on the accessibility settings and your fine temporary fix for GNs with lightflow app.

snidrx said:
just don't allow the web scripts on the accessibility settings and your fine temporary fix for GNs with lightflow app.
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Tried this on mine - it was already set to not allow web scripts...
I get talk back when I open a book in google books no matter what

bekyndnunwind said:
Tried this on mine - it was already set to not allow web scripts...
I get talk back when I open a book in google books no matter what
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are you using a custom rom? will try to test it with mine if the Talk Back feature still turns on by itself. btw i am running ARHD rom.
update: it seems i can't find the google book app on my marketplace.

Swype

Swype is not working on GN with 4.1.2 after the update to 1.3.
Is it just me or others are experiencing the same?

It's a known problem.
The solution so far is turn off any apps like lightflow in settings > accessibility.

Working for me just fine.
Stock 4.1.2
Rooted
Franco milestone 6
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Working for me as well.
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Yep. Having issues with it too since I went to the new update.
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android.vibrant said:
Swype is not working on GN with 4.1.2 after the update to 1.3.
Is it just me or others are experiencing the same?
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To fix it you need either go to the Settings / Accessibility - and then turn off all apps that is listed under Services (like LightFlow for example).
Or disable the stock Android Keyboard. Just go to the Apps / All / Android Keyboard - and disable it, also force stop it. Then it is important to restart your phone.
Now you will have Swype selected and working as you main keyboard.

I don't like any of the new themes, an improvement over the old ugly swype but I think I will stick with my old themed swype for now.

anyone has the old .apk version of Swype???

android.vibrant said:
anyone has the old .apk version of Swype???
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Not a good idea to ask that on here... Hey I think your pm box might have a new message.
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sueder said:
It's a known problem.
The solution so far is turn off any apps like lightflow in settings > accessibility.
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Thank you VERY, VERY, VERY MUCH!
You saved my day.
Thanks.
Regards.

Thanks to gtbarry
temporary fix....
- Settings > Apps > All
- Disable Android Keyboard
- Reboot phone
- Select Swype
In this manner I am currently able to run both Lightflow and Swype.

[Q] Why is google map taking up so much battery?

I Don't use my maps at all and i turned off all the setting as you can see and i dont have GPS on. so can anyone maybe take a guess why its take so much battery and its never under active apps. and i posted the setting in the pics any suggestions? I try to turn off my data when im not using it?

+bump
Am having the same issue with my S4. Didn't open the Google Maps app all day and yet it uses close to 40% of the battery.

The S4 battery life sucks! This is with pretty much No use at work today had On the Job Training so couldn't use my phone much... Already having T-mobile senting me another s4 if it doesn't get better switching to the HTC One

phillyman said:
The S4 battery life sucks! This is with pretty much No use at work today had On the Job Training so couldn't use my phone much... Already having T-mobile senting me another s4 if it doesn't get better switching to the HTC One
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Go to Google Settings app, then go to location then turn off access location. Make sure Location Services is OFF as well.

Do you happen to use Google Now? For some reason, its location implementation makes it use Google Maps although you the user have never opened the app itself. I've had this problem myself too and I ended up disabling Google Now

xxjrsmith3xx said:
Go to Google Settings app, then go to location then turn off access location. Make sure Location Services is OFF as well.
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Ok i'll do that and see if it does anything but doubt it, THANKS

phillyman said:
Ok i'll do that and see if it does anything but doubt it, THANKS
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Synergy510 said:
Do you happen to use Google Now? For some reason, its location implementation makes it use Google Maps although you the user have never opened the app itself. I've had this problem myself too and I ended up disabling Google Now
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No I don't use google now but i dont have background data off so maybe everytime i turn back on my data it trys to connect to google now?

I was also wondering why Google Maps is always running. I just disabled/uninstall Google Maps altogether.

Same problem with my phone too.
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av911 said:
I was also wondering why Google Maps is always running. I just disabled/uninstall Google Maps altogether.
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jmulla718 said:
Same problem with my phone too.
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Maybe I found a new bug/ problem. Maybe the guys at xda can take a look and maybe find a fix... I dont get it? I turned off google now... and have gps off so why is google maps even running

av911 said:
I was also wondering why Google Maps is always running. I just disabled/uninstall Google Maps altogether.
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I found this or clearing the cache would stop maps from wake locking.
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baolongn said:
I found this or clearing the cache would stop maps from wake locking.
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I tried that and will post results tomorrow and see what happens

could just greenify it, worked for me

yukinose said:
could just greenify it, worked for me
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what is that a app?

Go into Map settings>Location settings and turn off Resort grin this device and Enable Location History. This should solve your problem.

I had same problem I solved by searching on google. The trick is to disable and factory reinstall it.
When you go in app manager then map click Disable it will the propose you to install factory version say yes and renable it then boot just in case and Map won't consume the battery.
It worked for me and alot of other people
I don't why it do this some kind of bug in map that is delivered with phone but resting solve it.
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I dont get it at all? the battery life is bad...

Netuser said:
I had same problem I solved by searching on google. The trick is to disable and factory reinstall it.
When you go in app manager then map click Disable it will the propose you to install factory version say yes and renable it then boot just in case and Map won't consume the battery.
It worked for me and alot of other people
I don't why it do this some kind of bug in map that is delivered with phone but resting solve it.
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I just did that, but do I need to update to the latest maps though? I'm guessing No, cuz the latest update has people complaining about the battery drain.
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**Figured out, I think**Anyone get the new Google Search?

I installed the new Google Search and the new Play Services in the hopes of getting the new always on OK GOOGLE to work, but so far no go. I know it has to be turned on from Googles side, but has anyone have it not work, then start working?
EDIT-I think I figured out how to make it work:
For those who dont have it activated yet, I think I figured out how to turn it on.
Google search>menu>Settings>Voice>OK Google detection>Menu button>Help & Feedback>scroll down and hit Audio History>Touch the plus next to See Your Audio History. At this point you should have to sign in to Google to turn on Audio History. Go back in to settings>voice and make sure Audio History is on.
After I did this the options appeared in OK Google Detection to use the hotword OK GOOGLE from any screen and from lock screen.
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SEARCH 3.5.15 AND PLAY SERVICES 5.0 FOR THIS TO WORK

There's an Xposed module called Ok Google for 3rd party activities that will allow you to call out Ok Google from the home screens.

stevessvt said:
I installed the new Google Search and the new Play Services in the hopes of getting the new always on OK GOOGLE to work, but so far no go. I know it has to be turned on from Googles side, but has anyone have it not work, then start working?
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Did you go into account -> Google -> search and enable it? Works on my phone.

And you can say OK Google from say Chrome and it will work?

stevessvt said:
And you can say OK Google from say Chrome and it will work?
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Yeah, I only enabled it to test and it worked while I was typing the last post. I'm on viper rom btw if that makes a difference.

Wow,... Your in the minority, from what I've read. It hasn't been turned on yet for my account by Google. Search 3.5.15 came out today and I was hoping, but not yet. I still don't have the options yet in my settings.

Have to click the search bar first, but works for me.(in u.s.a. with stock launcher)
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stevessvt said:
Wow,... Your in the minority, from what I've read. It hasn't been turned on yet for my account by Google. Search 3.5.15 came out today and I was hoping, but not yet. I still don't have the options yet in my settings.
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OK Google works for me, even on the lock screen. The only time it doesn't work is when the phone is asleep.
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kthomson205 said:
Have to click the search bar first, but works for me.(in u.s.a. with stock launcher)
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There's a new Google search that has to be turned on by Google for it to work correctly. But after they do you can just say OK Google, even in a game, and it will work. But Google is slow so far activating it to everyone.

stevessvt said:
There's a new Google search that has to be turned on by Google for it to work correctly. But after they do you can just say OK Google, even in a game, and it will work. But Google is slow so far activating it to everyone.
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Now that's cool... I have a habit of turning hotword off from my last phone. Had to do whatever I could to conserve batt life, not having to so much is going to take some getting used to
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mine works.. but i have to click the search bar first.. doesnt work on chrome unless i click on the little microphone

-FuRBz- said:
mine works.. but i have to click the search bar first.. doesnt work on chrome unless i click on the little microphone
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Then it doesn't work as I am explaining it. Once Google turns it on for your account you can just say OK Google, anywhere including the lock screen and screen off while charging, and have it work. No need to touch anything.
Basically just like the Moto X.

I forgot to mention that my search was updated yesterday to 3.5.15, newer than what came out last week with the new always on search, but it still hasnt been turned on by Google for me.

For those who dont have it activated yet, I think I figured out how to turn it on.
Google search>menu>Settings>Voice>OK Google detection>Menu button>Help & Feedback>scroll down and hit Audio History>Touch the plus next to See Your Audio History. At this point you should have to sign in to Google to turn on Audio History. Go back in to settings>voice and make sure Audio History is on.
After I did this the options appeared in OK Google Detection to use the hotword OK GOOGLE from any screen and from lock screen.
MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SEARCH 3.5.15 AND PLAY SERVICES 5.0 FOR THIS TO WORK

I haven't been to these forums in a while (been bogged down with life crap), but I'm glad I came here today! This is the first I'm hearing about this. I've been envious of this feature ever since I read about the Moto X.
The options were there on my HTC One, and it's working. Now I just have to be careful not to talk about anything the NSA might be interested in! Ha ha.
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Under settings if you click on ok Google it now gives settings for ok Google to be a command on any screen as well as the lock screen
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-FuRBz- said:
Under settings if you click on ok Google it now gives settings for ok Google to be a command on any screen as well as the lock screen
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Not for everyone, it didn't for me until I did what I described above.

I haven't changed, altered or downloaded anything.
I just checked and it's there on mine...
Edit- Damn xda app won't let me attach photo.
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If you search "Ok Google Everywhere" in the app then the option will appear in voice settings.