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Ok, so Ive had a Galaxy S2 for nearly 6 months now... LOVE IT!
One of the first things that I did was root it, and it was worked flawlessly ever since. (Thanks to all the developers)
So yesterday, I was watching a video on my Laptop through my S2 Hotspot (I have a Tmobile Monthly 4G plan, Unlimited Data and Text with 100 Minutes) when suddenly the page redirected to the Tmobile Wifi hotspot upsell page.
So naturally, I did what any other Android fanboy would do, I rooted it further! (I installed the DarkSide ICS Rom for the S2, works really great)... But still, infortunately, the Tmovile Upsell Redirect page keeps coming up on the laptop, which is weird because the "tethering manager" app was removed through Titanium backup both before and after the upgrade, on both roots!
Im confused, how is this possible? How is Tmobile redirecting me if the Tethering Manager app is gone?
I even checked the APNs with APN manager... Nothing...
I used the LDE radio that the Developer said to use on his ROM page. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1623430
Anyone have any ideas? This is weird.
This only happens with chrome use firefox or ie.
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OH MY GOD YOURE A GENIUS!
Opera works great!
Anyone know of a bypass or addon to change the browser identifier? Or maybe stop the phone from ever forwarding these browsers to begin with?
BTW I use Chrome.
McHeiSty said:
OH MY GOD YOURE A GENIUS!
Opera works great!
Anyone know of a bypass or addon to change the browser identifier? Or maybe stop the phone from ever forwarding these browsers to begin with?
BTW I use Chrome.
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I use chrome as well but i think tmobile is using chrome user agent strings to tell if your tethering. I honestly don't see the point in making me or anyone pay for it when your going to throttle me anyway. If chrome has something like firefox grease monkey scripts. You should be able to edit them. Look for an user agent extension. plenty in the chrome store.
Ok, Im using the User Agent switcher on Chrome, works great... I think I can live with it D:
THANKS! Its beautiful ;,]
Still, would be nice to know if theres a more general solution, like Android side of things instead of PC side... So maybe others could use the Wifi without having to switch User Agents?
Any thoughts?
But yea, this fix is perfect, thank you!
Not sure since t-mobile is blocking user agent strings through actual browser. There might be i haven't explored it really. Off the top of my head would be use a vpn. Since all packets of data are hidden and encrypted. I know android you can has plenty of vpn solutions. As for an app there is one i know that wont be detected. clockwork tether. but you need to be connected usb.
Really to be the negative nancy here...
I have been using TMO for years, and never had a tethering warning. I use tethering as a supplement when I"m on the road. Which is sparingly for specific tasks.
Now the OP may not be, but all you * that use the tether function constantly to use as a primary ISP is the reason TMO has become more anal about the mobile data. /soapbox
Keep that in mind when you see posts when you see a "I'm getting the TMO block prompt" posts.
Killbynature said:
This only happens with chrome use firefox or ie.
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Same issue same fix!
Happens to me on firefox... Help to fix?
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Freeze every service that includes tether with Ti Backup, works like a charm after that for me. There are 3.
Yeah, they have a bunch of sneaky crap in the ROM that looks for the Wifi module in infrastructure mode, and if it finds it either (1) shuts it off or (2) notifies the head-end you're attached to, and then you get the famous upsell screen.
If you've got an ENTIRELY custom ROM (not a cooking job, but an actual BUILD) then those bits are not in there, but if you're running stock or something cooked from stock, they ARE in there.
T-Mobile ALSO looks for your browser user agent and will trip on that too. Firefox has the ability to run a custom user agent and you can stick a string in there that looks like an Android phone. Of course then sites on the net will serve their "mobile" versions, which may not be what you want.
Genesis3 said:
Yeah, they have a bunch of sneaky crap in the ROM that looks for the Wifi module in infrastructure mode, and if it finds it either (1) shuts it off or (2) notifies the head-end you're attached to, and then you get the famous upsell screen.
If you've got an ENTIRELY custom ROM (not a cooking job, but an actual BUILD) then those bits are not in there, but if you're running stock or something cooked from stock, they ARE in there.
T-Mobile ALSO looks for your browser user agent and will trip on that too. Firefox has the ability to run a custom user agent and you can stick a string in there that looks like an Android phone. Of course then sites on the net will serve their "mobile" versions, which may not be what you want.
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What about a stock AOSP ROM (I have a Galaxy Nexus). There shouldn't be any of that crap from Google, right, just on a TMo-built ROM? Of course, that doesn't help with user-agent sniffing if I'm on TMo's network even if I don't have one of their phones/ROMs.
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What about a stock AOSP ROM (I have a Galaxy Nexus). There shouldn't be any of that crap from Google, right, just on a TMo-built ROM? Of course, that doesn't help with user-agent sniffing if I'm on TMo's network even if I don't have one of their phones/ROMs.
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You can shut off the crap in their stock ROM but it won't help you with the agent-sniffing.....
So it's my first android device but this browser thing is getting on my nerves i can't even find a usable browser.
Stock: **** tab controls, substandard performance
Dolphin: three dots of death
Chrome:white screen of death
Firefox: stupid address bar thinks your search keyword is the actual URL. Passwords save doesn't work for some sites.
Do is there a browser that actually works?
I mean that's really the only problem i have with android. Apple isn't perfect obviously, but at least everything works decently. For example safari could use a some more features, but what it offers all work without problems. I just can't understand why android can't even have a decent browser.
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The iphone browzer isnt perfect, i already have got an iphone 4s and its like a toy
And sorry but HTC browzer its good egnouth, don't know what's your complain for sure. You compare ios with android, sorry Ios have its problems too.
Have you ever use one for a week?
In other post you said iPhone 4 have a better camera....what? Are u kiring?
You said hox don't focus when u press the shutter, off course u have automatic focus turn on, and he already focus fast previous
All the threads u open is for complain, why u just don't quit hox if u don't like it? Buy an 4s
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I settled on Opera Mini. Its fast and very easy to use
been using ICS Browser + for a long time simple, fast, and Very handy with the customized Quick Controls:good:
Whats wrong with Dolphin? You can access settings from 3-dot menu, its not like the 3-dot bar is completely useless there and does absolutely nothing.
Sounds to me like you should sell your one x and get a 4S/wait for the 5 as you dont seem to be happy using the device,
I use Google Chrome and I have not had a single issue with it
Droid Syndicate
Leader/Founder
Please, spare us with your complaints...sell your HOX, let go and move on! Yawn
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There are far too many good browsers and plenty of threads discussing this in the Android General Section.
Cheers!
I was just watching the Google IO Keynote live stream (I know, everyone's ideal way to spend a nice afternoon), and I saw this company that was getting featured by Android called Ekata Systems who launched their app Tapestry at the show. It seems to be a synchronized slideshow between JB devices with some snazzy twists that I've never seen any app do. It works best when you're trying it with a friend/family member so there are at least two devices (phone and/or tablet) to highlight the features though. You can check out the interview here, and the app here.
Talk about bleeding edge...only available on Jelly Bean. It uses this new feature called WiFi Direct that creates a local P2P network between 1:N clients. I'm playing with it with my co-workers and it is pretty sweet.
Is it for sure only for JB? The image in the app info shows a GSII and a Droid RAZR.
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You've got a good eye! Since I have a JB Galaxy Nexus and an N7, I can see the app in Google Play. But my friends who run an older distribution, can't even search for the app in the app store. As far as I know it only runs on JB.
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You've got a good eye! Since I have a JB Galaxy Nexus and an N7, I can see the app in Google Play. But my friends who run an older distribution, can't even search for the app in the app store. As far as I know it only runs on JB.
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ewwwww, you said app store
nonione said:
ewwwww, you said app store
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Thanks that made me laugh!
I tried the app w/ my wife, who has a GNex running JB, and I have a brand spank'n new N7. It was awesome seeing the phone control a slideshow on the bigger screen of the N7, and we were scrolling through her pictures. It is almost like a mobile power point slideshow. There is a nifty feature we discovered, where if you do a swipe gesture on the viewing device, the image downloads directly to the device...which is weird because my N7 was not connected to WiFi at the time. Anyone know how it could've gotten the file without being connected to a WiFi AP? I heard something about WiFi Director but don't know what that is.
I did a quick search, and WiFi Direct is essentially a P2P protocol over WiFi. It doesn't required a live WiFi AP connection, so it works pretty much anywhere. I don't think I've seen any app use WiFi Direct, so thought it was pretty neat.
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I tried the app w/ my wife, who has a GNex running JB, and I have a brand spank'n new N7. It was awesome seeing the phone control a slideshow on the bigger screen of the N7, and we were scrolling through her pictures. It is almost like a mobile power point slideshow. There is a nifty feature we discovered, where if you do a swipe gesture on the viewing device, the image downloads directly to the device...which is weird because my N7 was not connected to WiFi at the time. Anyone know how it could've gotten the file without being connected to a WiFi AP? I heard something about WiFi Director but don't know what that is.
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It's either WiFi direct or NFC
Not to squash innovation but doesnt Instagram already kinda suit the need? I clearly see the differences but I think its splitting hairs in the solution dept. New App, less community, faster death. Unless its truly compelling.
raerae28 said:
Not to squash innovation but doesnt Instagram already kinda suit the need? I clearly see the differences but I think its splitting hairs in the solution dept. New App, less community, faster death. Unless its truly compelling.
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Less community....watching the guy talk about it in his Google IO video...I think that is almost the point. It is not to go wide and online and asynchronous....but closer and more intimate and more synchronous. A completely different approach to the experience of photo sharing.
Wifi direct been available since ICS.
slayr76 said:
Wifi direct been available since ICS.
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But with no settings...
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Dude I was watching All About Android #69 last night, and guess who they did an exclusive feature on? @ ~10:45
That's one of the cool features of galaxy s3, share shot, was wondering when it will be out for all, and here it is.
Is this feature not available on the Nexus S? I tried the app, but it didn't seem to work. It does seem to work on my wife's Galaxy Nexus, but without a second device, it's hard to actually test/enjoy it.
Crittias said:
Is this feature not available on the Nexus S? I tried the app, but it didn't seem to work. It does seem to work on my wife's Galaxy Nexus, but without a second device, it's hard to actually test/enjoy it.
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Yeah, sounds like from the feedback of another member that the Nexus S, although running JB, doesn't support WiFi Direct so it may not work. Pretty sweet when you get it going though. Time to buy a Nexus 7 so you can hook up with your wife's GNex!
My sister-in-law got the JB update on her Sprint GNex phone and is trying out the app and having problems. Anyone else try downloading/using the app and have a Spring GNex w/ JB? Kindly advise if you're having problems using the app.
Crittias said:
Is this feature not available on the Nexus S? I tried the app, but it didn't seem to work. It does seem to work on my wife's Galaxy Nexus, but without a second device, it's hard to actually test/enjoy it.
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Crittias. I just got an auto-update notice a few days ago that Tapestry has updated, and supposed it supports all the way back to Gingerbread. Sharp move, since not everyone is going to have JellyBean devices, so with Gingerbread, 85%+ of Android users can finally use the app. Should come in handy this holiday season when using the app, since nobody else in my entire family has JellyBean. Cromagnons! =)
Hey guys,
Ultra Noob here cutting my teeth in the forums. I'm trying to build the best phone I can since I will probably be using it.....foooooorrrrrrreeeeeevvvveeeerrrrr....... We switched to a new tmob plan that we dont get upgrades. Its way cheaper but...sad...
Anywho... I'm looking for way to really jazz this bad boy up. whats your guys favorite programs to maximize this thing and customize it as well?
I currently have it running the andromadus cm10 nightly from Flinny from here and I have downloader a few programs to unlock titanium pro, sms restore and back pro, Lucky patcher, use androzip, poweramp full, scoremobile...i dunno what else to put just looking to my more knowlageable counterparts.
Thanks!
I use LBE security, try to get an older version though. It allows you to configure security for all apps installed on your phone. You can block or allow certain permissions. Like for example, Tweetcaster & Soundhound frequently request your location, you can disable that, or not allow a certain app to read your call logs, or get your IMEI number, or contacts. Been using it for a while, I like the control it gives me.
I also recommend ROOT Toolbox Pro, it has a plethora of functions and extras for root users
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Lbe security is awesome but I am a belt and suspenders kinda guy so I use droidwall as well just to be sure.
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Oh man nice! I have wondered at times why not end my call log... hmmm I ha he the ROM manager and it is wicked awesome...
hi,
been away for quite some time as I have switched to iphone 6 plus and iphone 6s plus.
just bought the new note 7 and want to know if anyone can share what is the best free sms app for android phone or namely note 7
If you want the option for end-to-end encryption I'd recommend Signal.
I have been using the stock messaging app since I got the phone and it's not bad at all. I have always used Textra on my previous devices.
I've been using go sms pro. I've tried others but keep coming back to rhis one
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My choice was always default or Chompsms"android"/Bitesms"ios"
I used to use Hangouts, and switched to Google Messenger a few months ago. I'm enjoying it thus far.
Material messenger. Fast. Pretty. Fluid. Closest thing to iOS messaging as far as aesthetics go
I've been using Google Messenger for a while now. It's decent but it does do the sound alert even when you have it open. I dislike this a lot and wish it just did something subtle like iMessage does but I like the clean interface so I keep it. I will say that Textra is pretty nice. My personal opinion is that Hangouts should GDIAF but that's just me.
Textra, best by far imo. Fast, neat features, customizable. Enjoy
I really like YAATA. It's very customizable.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-yaata-sms-mms-replacment-app-t2835295
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Handcent (also called Next) SMS is my favorite. I actually DL'd and installed a bit older APK I found on google because they borked the newest update to Next/Handcent SMS somewhat, so I am using the previous version before the update. I installed all my themes I have been using for several years for Handcent and it looks and works just like I had it on my N2, N3 and N4. I really like the "private" option to put some contacts texts into a private folder separate from the main text screen. This app is so much better than messenger + or the stock sms app IMHO.
i've actually used all the sms apps mentioned here. I'm now using mood messenger. Pretty good..cute animations too hehe.
can you install all mentioned sms apps and tried them or it will crash as all will try to alert when there is sms received ?
or i must download try one for few days then delete and download another and try and see how it goes ?
sorry for being lazy to try but if anyone have previous experience, can share their experience.
I've been using android for years and while I know there are a lot of sms apps, it still surprises me how many different opinions there are on which is best. I most recently have been using textra on my note 4 and I enjoy it. But with the note 7 I decided to see if I could find a better sms app. Still looking, but thats why I came here. Textra is worth a try though.
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can you install all mentioned sms apps and tried them or it will crash as all will try to alert when there is sms received ?
or i must download try one for few days then delete and download another and try and see how it goes ?
sorry for being lazy to try but if anyone have previous experience, can share their experience.
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koppee1 said:
i've actually used all the sms apps mentioned here. I'm now using mood messenger. Pretty good..cute animations too hehe.
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I think you can try them all, but it will clog up your notifications with several different ones running. I disabled the stock messages app and the messenger + app and only use Handcent/Next SMS. I have tried a few others before but for me personally I really like the features, look and feel of Handcent/Next. I hear lots of people who like Textra but I personally didn't like it more than Handcent. You can try them all out for yourself though.
Tb0n3 said:
If you want the option for end-to-end encryption I'd recommend Signal.
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I like signal but they simply suck when comes to MMS. They lower the resolution on images waaaaay too much
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For me and for most people, I think they would like using WhatsApp.