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It appears that Android market allows downloading apps without checking phone's lcd density any more.
Until yesterday, I couldn't download lots of Android apps because market did not allow me to download because of compatibility issue. To download, I had to change the density to default 240 and delete cache/data and reboot.
Starting from this morning, I can download any apps with density 200.
This means that Android market is not checking the device's resolution any more or they put the Epic4gt to their database with many other allowable densities?
Does anybody else notice that?
I hope this also work for you.
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OK. I tested it out a lot more after the above post.
My finding is, there was nothing changed from Android market. Possibly, each app could be changed for its supporting devices and resolutions. But, it's not my case here.
Definitely, Android market has some databases handling the devices and resolutions per each applications. So, first thing is, you need to find out the most commonly accepted resolutions for your device. After that,
1. Set or change your device resolution (density) from build.prop file in \system folder (Don't touch anything else except the ro.sf.lcd_density value). You can use many tools to edit this file.
example: In here 240 is the most commonly accepted LCD density for D710 from Android market
ro.sf.lcd_density=240
2. If Market app is open, then close it and be sure it's not running thru task manager. Go to the Application Manager and delete the cache and data.
3. Reboot and check if the app is downloadable.
4. Go back to build.prop file and change the resolution that you want to use.
example:
ro.sf.lcd_density=190
5. save the file and reboot the phone. Most important thing in here is, DON'T wipe the cache or data. Based on my test, market app uses the first successful configuration data instead of reloading it every time. So, if you wipe the data or cache by some reason, you need to this steps again.
6. Try the market download with the solution that you want to keep.
Bingo!
This steps are based on my test and it worked well on my system -ICS FB27. I don't know how it would work on different build or ROM but I think it would be quite common over most ROMs and build. Do it with your own RISK!
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That.sucks I just bought the density modder pro app a few weeks ago.
kobridge said:
It appears that Android market allows downloading apps without checking phone's lcd density any more.
Until yesterday, I couldn't download lots of Android apps because market did not allow me to download because of compatibility issue. To download, I had to change the density to default 240 and delete cache and reboot.
Starting from this morning, I can download any apps with density 200.
This means that Android market is not checking the device's resolution any more or they put the Epic4gt to their database with many other allowable densities?
Does anybody else notice that?
I hope this also work for you.
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It's quite a bit better for me, but I still get a few "device not compatible" messages for apps that I know are compatible, like quickpic, when running at 190.
blackroseMD1 said:
It's quite a bit better for me, but I still get a few "device not compatible" messages for apps that I know are compatible, like quickpic, when running at 190.
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I just tested out quickpic with 190 and 200. 190 does not work but 200 works. I know that 200 was not working until yesterday. This means that A.droid market only added some commonly used densities for D710 or for all devices?
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Correct me if I am wrong here...don't you have to be either 160, 200, or stock 240 or you will run into issues?
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JohnCorleone said:
Correct me if I am wrong here...don't you have to be either 160, 200, or stock 240 or you will run into issues?
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Native resolutions are/were 140, 160, 240.
I'd love to be able to run at 160, but it causes com.android.phone to force close.
blackroseMD1 said:
I'd love to be able to run at 160, but it causes com.android.phone to force close.
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Say wah? I run 160 all the time, but 200 is the sweet spot for me.
blackroseMD1 said:
I'd love to be able to run at 160, but it causes com.android.phone to force close.
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I think it depends on other variables. I just switched my Nexus to 160 to see if the dialer would be offset and apps would download and it works fine. It has same stock 240...On a stock setup dialer is offset at 160 so theme makes a difference too
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What is this resumolution you gents speak of
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iSaint said:
What is this resumolution you gents speak of
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Inside ROM Toolbox...
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phatmanxxl said:
Say wah? I run 160 all the time, but 200 is the sweet spot for me.
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Well, on other roms I can hit 160 just fine, but on CM9 it causes phone to FC.
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Haha I knew
Thanks for actually replying though
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blackroseMD1 said:
It's quite a bit better for me, but I still get a few "device not compatible" messages for apps that I know are compatible, like quickpic, when running at 190.
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Could you try it again with the method that I posted again in top thread?
When you guys are changing your densitys'. What launcher are you using? TW sure does look stupid rockin 160 lol
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AVAH0LIC said:
When you guys are changing your densitys'. What launcher are you using? TW sure does look stupid rockin 160 lol
Epic 4G Touch perfected by Calk!
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For me, I use Go Launcher EX. It still has lots of widgets and looks not bad on ICS and GB. For ICS only, some likes Nova launcher because it's better fit for ICS.
I do not use the Nova yet because it does not have widgets as much as Go Launcher.
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When you guys are changing your densitys'. What launcher are you using? TW sure does look stupid rockin 160 lol
Epic 4G Touch perfected by Calk!
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ADW EX here, most of the launchers look fine at the lower DPI, use a third party dialer, calendar, and calculator app as well as the TW ones will also be borked.
Worked brilliantly!
Currently running Blazer ROM 4.1 w/ EL29 (Gingerbread).
1) Checked that the LCD density was set to 240 via build prop.
2) Opened task manager and check to make sure the Market app was not open.
3) Went to manage the Market App and took it a step further by uninstalling update, deleting cache and delete data.
4) Started the market app, and confirmed I could see the Holo Launcher as a downloadable item.
5) Went into build.prop (using ES File Explorer) and set lcd density to 200. Saved file.
6) Rebooted phone, and went into Market and sure enough, I could see holo launcher.
Awesome job OP!
I use the clear cache/data and reboot method, but my market seems to reset.or something because the Movies tab disappears and apps say not compatible until i rinse and repeat.
I haven't seen a common factor between when it happens. It just seems random.
Has anyone else seen this?
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Yes, I have. I'm experiencing this now. It seemed to work once and then a reboot of my phone seemed to undo it. Very very annoying.
I was wondering how and what the benefits of changing the DPI on this phone is. And if there are any down falls..thanks!
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It makes everything on your phone smaller. So technically it makes your screen bigger. If you get an app called ROM toolbox, you can do it thru there. You can use root explorer our similar app, and change the build prop manually. I like using 180. Stock is 240. 200 also looks nice. The only downfall is your market will not let you install some apps. It will say your device is not compatible. There are apps in the market that will fool the market app into thinking you are still on stock density. You can always return to stock, download the apps you want then change the density back to what you want. You may have to wipe data under Google playstore, inbetween changing it. Hope this all helps.
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Micronads said:
It makes everything on your phone smaller. So technically it makes your screen bigger. If you get an app called ROM toolbox, you can do it thru there. You can use root explorer our similar app, and change the build prop manually. I like using 180. Stock is 240. 200 also looks nice. The only downfall is your market will not let you install some apps. It will say your device is not compatible. There are apps in the market that will fool the market app into thinking you are still on stock density. You can always return to stock, download the apps you want then change the density back to what you want. You may have to wipe data under Google playstore, inbetween changing it. Hope this all helps.
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So if I change to 180, can't I just uninstall the market, and re install one that works with 180dpi? Also, no apps will fc right? That's the main thing...can't have any apps fcing on me lol. Thanks so much!
Edit: So I changed it to 180 and everything is wayyyyy too blurry for me. Tried 200 and everything fc. So back to 240 it is...
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Scoutamis said:
So if I change to 180, can't I just uninstall the market, and re install one that works with 180dpi? Also, no apps will fc right? That's the main thing...can't have any apps fcing on me lol. Thanks so much!
Edit: So I changed it to 180 and everything is wayyyyy too blurry for me. Tried 200 and everything fc. So back to 240 it is...
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Try 220 thats what i use with no problems other than the play store issue.
sinfulgray said:
Try 220 thats what i use with no problems other than the play store issue.
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Alright I'll report back
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Can someone post the steps to get Google play store to find certain apps when it doesn't recognize my device because I have the DPI set low? I remember when I was on aokp it had the steps built into the ROM but I don't remember how. Play store either doesn't show what I was searching for or it says device not compatible. Also what is the lowest you can set it before the play store can't recognize it? Thanks!
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Change dpi, reboot, clear market cache, enter market, accept.
As far as dpi for market, depends on what you consider working. As you move away from stock, you start having different things happening like movies+tv disappearing or apps being not supported. You have to mess around since no one has yet posted a list of trial and errors. To get around the apps issue, download the modified market app. It will remove the app restriction, but be careful you don't try to install something you shouldn't.
Download LCD modder pro. It gives you the option to download modded market. Works great for me
I use rom toolbox pro to change dpi, reboot, download 2 files from lcd modder pro, install and reboot. You might see a bunch of things fc while its prepping to reboot but its fine
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Look.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28296059
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elesbb said:
Look.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28296059
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Thanks! Still having issues and will try this later. Appreciate the help fellas :beer:
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suaverc118 said:
Thanks! Still having issues and will try this later. Appreciate the help fellas :beer:
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Not a problem! Not being rude, but searching helps save headaches
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elesbb said:
Not a problem! Not being rude, but searching helps save headaches
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I know. Its just I'm not on the computer very often since we have one and its my wife's. I have to get mine fixed. And I don't have a desk job to get access to a computer during work . I do appreciate your help.
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suaverc118 said:
I know. Its just I'm not on the computer very often since we have one and its my wife's. I have to get mine fixed. And I don't have a desk job to get access to a computer during work . I do appreciate your help.
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Haha! I know the feeling!!! Just a quick note!
When you replace the files. Delete the app cache for the market and Google services framework via settings then flash the modded market. I'm gonna look into Google services framework as well and see what role that gas in market compatibility. Also after replacing files, reboot to recovery and clear bother cache partition and dalvik cache. That should help.
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elesbb said:
Haha! I know the feeling!!! Just a quick note!
When you replace the files. Delete the app cache for the market and Google services framework via settings then flash the modded market. I'm gonna look into Google services framework as well and see what role that gas in market compatibility. Also after replacing files, reboot to recovery and clear bother cache partition and dalvik cache. That should help.
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So after I changed DPI and rebooted, my phone wouldn't come on. I did dark side cache several times and phone wouldn't come on. Thank God I had an old nandroid. Not the current jb one. So I did follow the steps exactly like you said.
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I should have mentioned I was on a jb ROM lol
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suaverc118 said:
So after I changed DPI and rebooted, my phone wouldn't come on. I did dark side cache several times and phone wouldn't come on. Thank God I had an old nandroid. Not the current jb one. So I did follow the steps exactly like you said.
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Did you change the DPI before adding the files? or did you change the files then change DPI and then reboot? It being JB shouldnt really matter as the android market is pretty universal as GB market works on ICS and etc. However they may have changed it.
Can you provide an exact step by step as to what you did?
Anyone else finding this phone is not compatible with a lot of android apps?. All the apps I purchased (about 75) were compatible with my Samsung Galaxy W. Now half of them, if not more, are not compatible with the S2X. A phone that's twice as powerful.
Is there any way of fixing this?
shadow_cruiser said:
Anyone else finding this phone is not compatible with a lot of android apps?. All the apps I purchased (about 75) were compatible with my Samsung Galaxy W. Now half of them, if not more, are not compatible with the S2X. A phone that's twice as powerful.
Is there any way of fixing this?
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What version is ur s2?is it IcS? Is it rooted?
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I haven't really noticed that at all.. The only time I ever came across something incompatible with this phone is when it's a tegra based app
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What is your DPI set at?
iNeedICS said:
What version is ur s2?is it IcS? Is it rooted?
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T-989. It's running AKOP 4.1.1.
idbl_fanatic said:
What is your DPI set at?
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I realized this is main problem, thank you. DPI was set to 200 and now I reverted back to 240, many of the apps are working again. Although some apps are still not compatible
shadow_cruiser said:
T-989. It's running AKOP 4.1.1.
I realized this is main problem, thank you. DPI was set to 200 and now I reverted back to 240, many of the apps are working again. Although some apps are still not compatible
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Your dpi needs to be that of a native resolution. 160 240 or 320.
Or you can use a hacked market and Google services framework which always returns a constant value for your display resolution.
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Try clearing market cache.
elesbb said:
Your dpi needs to be that of a native resolution. 160 240 or 320.
Or you can use a hacked market and Google services framework which always returns a constant value for your display resolution.
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Thank you, I'm now using 160 dpi, never liked 240, it's now working perfectly
mintharis said:
Try clearing market cache.
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This helped, thanks!
elesbb said:
Or you can use a hacked market and Google services framework which always returns a constant value for your display resolution.
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Any idea where one could find this?
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algorhythm said:
Any idea where one could find this?
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I would also like this info please, it get frustrating having to revert to a native resolution each time I want an app or update an existing app.
Thanks in advance!
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algorhythm said:
Any idea where one could find this?
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gfaughn said:
I would also like this info please, it get frustrating having to revert to a native resolution each time I want an app or update an existing app.
Thanks in advance!
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Here you go. This one looks safe and from a developer too
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1839871
Thank you! I'll have to give this a shot.
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shadow_cruiser said:
Here you go. I don't know if this is actually safe. Some users have installed it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1838077
EDIT: This one looks a lot more safe and from a developer too
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1839871
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The second link looks more promising. I've tried a couple and have gotten a lot of other errors not related to compatibility. So I modded my own. It has simply JUST the dpi hack nothing more nothing less.
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i flashed the 2nd link, i can now see all my apps and update them (sweet!) but still missing the movies and book section of the market and the categories of apps like "top apps" and "top paid" only show like 5 apps... weird. i posted there to see what he says.
UPDATE: I can confirm the second link works perfectly. The whole market is there, all apps are there, displays all currently installed apps and able to update all apps.
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Can we change the density of our n4 already and use a modded google play?
I don't see why that would be an issue.
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if you do it correctly play wont be a problem.
set it all up standard, except all the stuff at first launch.
and then just edit the build prop and reboot. simple
i dont think it would work..u will probably end up getting a bootloop
I'm using it at 240dpi from day one without any problem
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kaiowas82 said:
I'm using it at 240dpi from day one without any problem
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Did you just edit the boot.prop?
F4M0U569 said:
Did you just edit the boot.prop?
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You can edit build.prop or download an app that will do it for you. For the least amount of headaches you should download the modified version of the play store which will allow you to have various densities with having to wipe Play Store data.
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F4M0U569 said:
Did you just edit the boot.prop?
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Yes
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Naimand said:
You can edit build.prop or download an app that will do it for you. For the least amount of headaches you should download the modified version of the play store which will allow you to have various densities with having to wipe Play Store data.
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You do that if you use not standard PPI, like 280, 240 and 320 are both standard and don't need modified play store
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Thanks for the information, I actually did not know that. No sarcasm.
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i dont think it would work..u will probably end up getting a bootloop
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why exactly would that happen?
I want to change it to 260 ppi but I'm going to have problems with google store. I stil have not found a modded google play for 3.10.9
Playstore compatible ppi are:
ldpi low-density (ldpi) screens (~120dpi)
mdpi medium-density (mdpi) screens (~160dpi).
hdpi high-density (hdpi) screens (~240dpi).
xhdpi extra high-density (xhdpi) screens (~320dpi).
So go for 240 if you want the stock playstore working
It is so perfect the way it is! Why would you want to change it? That was actually one of the first things I noticed. I was like, "Yay! I don't need to mess with build.prop."
I tired changing my dpi to 240 and for some reason i can't get past the google logo now. think i will have to sideload a stock img to fix.
timmy16744 said:
I tired changing my dpi to 240 and for some reason i can't get past the google logo now. think i will have to sideload a stock img to fix.
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Yeah. It happened to me. There is no way.
I'm running 200 dpi and I haven't encountered any compatibility issues with the Play Store or any other apps.
However, after a couple hours, I have to relog into the Amazon app store. Not sure if this is dpi related (pretty sure it isn't).
Are y'all using an app to change dpi or manually editing the build.prop. I'd definitely recommend the latter to avoid any issues.
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Yeah. It happened to me. There is no way.
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Have you managed to fix the boot issue? I can't get anything to work :/
If you guys decide to edit the build.prop make sure to set the permissions correctly or the phone won't boot
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timmy16744 said:
Have you managed to fix the boot issue? I can't get anything to work :/
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Flash the corresponded factory image which is our n4
https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#instructions
nbeebe24 said:
If you guys decide to edit the build.prop make sure to set the permissions correctly or the phone won't boot
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What would be the correct permissions? rw+r+r?
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Flash the corresponded factory image which is our n4
https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#instructions
What would be the correct permissions? rw+r+r?
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Rwxr-xr-x
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