Develop Bugs

[APP]Root Browser: A Free Root Explorer

Hi,
I don't know if you guys already know this or not, but I found this app while I was reading some topics in Android Apps & Games section which works just like Root Explorer but it comes for FREE. The Devs name is jrummy16.
I've attached the apk.
• The original post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1338582
• Market Link:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.jrummy.root.browserfree
• Donation link: (Support the Dev if you like it, Please)
https://market.android.com/details?...xLDEwOSwiY29tLmpydW1teS5yb290LmJyb3dzZXIiXQ..
The trick to make the free version to a Pro version is the simplest I've seen and that is,
All you need to do is create this file:
/system/etc/.root_browser
(don't forget the ".")
Re-open the app and voila! you have the premium features.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Pros: (My opinion only)
- FREE
- Unbelievably smooth interface. Way better than Root Explorer.
Cons:
- An Exit button would be nice. Double back works as exit though.
- No Extraction option! However in Root Explorer that option doesn't work properly.

Thanks for sharing.

I been using this program for awhile now and its simply awesome! And best part, FREE! I bought the upgrade version to support the author too.

plop974 said:
Thanks for sharing.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Welcome always.
squall458 said:
I been using this program for awhile now and its simply awesome! And best part, FREE! I bought the upgrade version to support the author too.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yep, it's great and worth buying at that cheap price.
Added Screenshots and a little Pros & Cons list which I've found so far, on the Lite version of course.

Great app and I mean absolutely no disrespect, but I find the font hard to read. Is there any way to use the default system font?

Thanks,
Will give it a try later,
Hopefully using this will stop my pesky Singtel apps
reappearing after rebooting each time!

donalgodon said:
Great app and I mean absolutely no disrespect, but I find the font hard to read. Is there any way to use the default system font?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Font is absolutely OKAY here!
jools2001 said:
Thanks,
Will give it a try later,
Hopefully using this will stop my pesky Singtel apps
reappearing after rebooting each time!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You need Titanium Backup for that man or you could try Gemini App Manager.
https://market.android.com/details?...EsImNvbS5zZWFzbWluZC5hbmRyb2lkLmdtYXBwbWdyIl0.

You need Titanium Backup for that man or you could try Gemini App Manager.
[/QUOTE]
Thanks, but tried titanium but apps reappeard after reboot,
And unfortunately the same thing has happened with this app as well!
Driving me mad this is, can see im going to have to do complete
flash,
Currently using -doomlords-easy-rooting-toolkit on Xperia Arc

effectively a great app !
more infos from the developper himself here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1338582

I am an idiot
I posted all but the trick to make the Free version to a Pro version. Now added it anyway. OP Edited.
This thing was great, now it's awesome
[Still those who like this app I'll urge them to get the Donation/Pro version from Market to support dev for continuing his good work]

thank you.
nice app.

Cheers mate, great app. Just got the paid one from the market... Play store. =D

thanks for the info.
but I think its not working. tried to make the file '.root_browser' in /system/etc. but its says 'failed'.

way round failed to create folder
Hi what i did to get round this was downloaded solid explorer (file viewer app in mp) then used that to create folder.
Just as reference though solid explorer is great for copying files to external sd just having probs physically moving files with it but its safer just copying anyhow incase of power loss.
Hope this helps.

Add Moto X's storage with Meenov MicroSD Reader

Tiny reader to add android phone's storage
http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-19736_7-57607574-251/meenova-adds-a-microsd-reader-to-android-devices/

Have you purchased one of these?
jeffpan said:
Tiny reader to add android phone's storage
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This looks like a great idea, but I'm wondering how they hold up. (I always worry about losing the caps to my keychain thumbdrives. :silly:

It Works, But
I got one. A nice little piece of kit. But so far it isn't a seemless experience.
The default Apps don't seem to recognize it. Neither Gallery nor QuickPic will find any of the photos on it until I navigate to it using ES File Explorer. Gallery will only show the photo I open from File Explorer. QuickPic will allow me to browse the directory of a photo I select, but not move up the directory tree.
As for music files, Play Music will do so for the file selected from ES File, but won't allow me to search the memory card.

CedarSprings said:
I got one. A nice little piece of kit. But so far it isn't a seemless experience.
The default Apps don't seem to recognize it. Neither Gallery nor QuickPic will find any of the photos on it until I navigate to it using ES File Explorer. Gallery will only show the photo I open from File Explorer. QuickPic will allow me to browse the directory of a photo I select, but not move up the directory tree.
As for music files, Play Music will do so for the file selected from ES File, but won't allow me to search the memory card.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Cedarsprings thanks for letting us know.. Kinda interested now!
Do u have root on ur Moto X? If so, can you pls give chainfire's stickmount from the play store a shot?
I think it may solve your problem by auto mounting the OTG device on boot.
If it works, I'm definitely getting one for my X too!
Sent from my XT1058

dr3wster said:
Cedarsprings thanks for letting us know.. Kinda interested now!
Do u have root on ur Moto X? If so, can you pls give chainfire's stickmount from the play store a shot?
I think it may solve your problem by auto mounting the OTG device on boot.
If it works, I'm definitely getting one for my X too!
Sent from my XT1058
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Nice! As soon as I read Cedarsprings review I was kinda bummed cause I just ordered one of these today. But if stickmount works, this little drive will be my new favorite toy

When I had my nexus 7 and used some random OTG, it worked like a charm on it .. So here's hoping! The meenova looks so much more schmick than the clunky OTG I used to have!!
Sent from my XT1058

Not Rooted Yet
While I got the Developer Edition, I haven't rooted it yet as I'm still deciding whether or not to put either my company e-mail (with their MaaS360 Mobile Device Management) or my client's e-mail (and its Citrix Recevier security - speaking of, what poor reviews!). Either Maas360 will detect Root, or it is just company "policy" to not allow rooted devices, and I'm still trying to find out which is is before I move on things.
I'd thought changing the USB Computer Connection setting in teh Storage settings from Media Device (MTP) to Camera (PTP) might help, but no joy. In fact, I was a bit surprised that there wasn't anything about the attached device there.
And while I'd also like to get Titanium Backup in place, there aren't any ROMs with real appealing capabilities that are pushing me to unlock and root. Now, when there's a Menu patch like Jason Robitaille's Advanced Launcer Options in WebOS, I'll be rooted & ROMing in a heartbeat.
/
CedarSprings
dr3wster said:
Cedarsprings thanks for letting us know.. Kinda interested now!
Do u have root on ur Moto X? If so, can you pls give chainfire's stickmount from the play store a shot?
I think it may solve your problem by auto mounting the OTG device on boot.
If it works, I'm definitely getting one for my X too!
Sent from my XT1058
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

CedarSprings said:
While I got the Developer Edition, I haven't rooted it yet as I'm still deciding whether or not to put either my company e-mail (with their MaaS360 Mobile Device Management) or my client's e-mail (and its Citrix Recevier security - speaking of, what poor reviews!). Either Maas360 will detect Root, or it is just company "policy" to not allow rooted devices, and I'm still trying to find out which is is before I move on things.
I'd thought changing the USB Computer Connection setting in teh Storage settings from Media Device (MTP) to Camera (PTP) might help, but no joy. In fact, I was a bit surprised that there wasn't anything about the attached device there.
And while I'd also like to get Titanium Backup in place, there aren't any ROMs with real appealing capabilities that are pushing me to unlock and root. Now, when there's a Menu patch like Jason Robitaille's Advanced Launcer Options in WebOS, I'll be rooted & ROMing in a heartbeat.
/
CedarSprings
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Totally understandable .. I think in theory it should work, but just wasn't sure about motox compatibility with the stickmount and otg setup... Apparently Motorola phones dont seem to work with Carbon/Helium backup so I was wondering if something in the system might interrupt the setup.
hells yeah... Another webOS fan!! So rare to find one these days.. I'm only on Android becuz things went south ... At least matias is design the UI for android now.. And with HP's alleged intention to sell webOS patents, we just might find that Android becomes more webOS-y in the future!
The patch system was awesome! I think Rod Whitby setup Nexus Internals a while back when HP started giving up on webOS... Not sure if they are working on any solutions similar to preware? Closed framework is very similar in concept tho... Have u installed it?
Sent from my XT1058
---------- Post added at 09:39 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:39 AM ----------
Whoops my bad.. Forgot xposed framework needs root lol.. Sorry about that!
Sent from my XT1058

Response from Meenov
I sent a note to the Meenov support site yesterday, giving them a heads-up about the Moto X issue and this thread, and got this quick response:
"Thanks for the feedback. Unfortunately that's because Moto X removed certain support for external USB storage, while Moto's other models (Droid series) have better support for external USB storage."
So hopefully the smarter among us will figure out what the problem is and it in a future ROM.
/
CedarSprings

Just got mine in, works with ES like a champ, which is all I care about. Great little accessory.

_MetalHead_ said:
Just got mine in, works with ES like a champ, which is all I care about. Great little accessory.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
How do you write file into SD card on your phone? Need rooted or not?

jeffpan said:
How do you write file into SD card on your phone? Need rooted or not?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No root needed. I just use es file explorer. It comes up as a folder in /storage.
Sent from my XT1058 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Any news with Root Explorer working with the Meenov without any hassles?

lensgrabber said:
Any news with Root Explorer working with the Meenov without any hassles?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Works fine for me.
Sent from my XT1058 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

_MetalHead_ said:
Works fine for me.
Sent from my XT1058 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Okay great. I just ordered one.

_MetalHead_ said:
No root needed. I just use es file explorer. It comes up as a folder in /storage.
Sent from my XT1058 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Is it stock rom? what format of SD card do you use? FAT32, exFAT etc. And does it automatically mounted?

jeffpan said:
Is it stock rom? what format of SD card do you use? FAT32, exFAT etc. And does it automatically mounted?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Stock ROM, FAT32, and sort of. It doesn't need to mount like a typical SD card. Plug it in and it will automatically show up in /storage. Unplug it when done, no need or way to unmount.

_MetalHead_ said:
Stock ROM, FAT32, and sort of. It doesn't need to mount like a typical SD card. Plug it in and it will automatically show up in /storage. Unplug it when done, no need or way to unmount.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Really cool.:good:

Just ordered one. Should be here in a few days. Thx OP
Sent from my XT1056 using Tapatalk 2

Ok, so I've had mine for about a week now and it works great with my 32GB UHS-1 class card.
To get your media to read in other apps, such as music in Google Play Music, download the app by Chainfire called Stickmount. Mount the Meenov. Second, if you wanna go the free route, download the app called Rescan Media Root and run it. (obviously, you need to have root access) Give it about 10-20 seconds (your Meenov will start to blink) and your music should start appearing in Google Play Music. Just remember to Unmount when you want to remove the Meenov reader. And to remove all your music stored on the card that still appears in Google Play Music, run Rescan Media Root again.
Or, you can just drop $2.49 on the pro version of Stickmount and it will automatically trigger a rescan on mount and unmount.

How Can I Turn Off Lock Screen Ads?

Hello,
Every once in a while I get the Yelp! sponsored ad on the lock screen. I've tried turning it off from the Settings of the Blinkfeed (as I saw it supposedly worked with previous HTCs) but it doesn't on the 10. Anyone know the answer to my question?
Thanks,
Marius

I've never once had ads on my lockscreen. You must have some bad app that's sending you ads via notifications.

mariuscm said:
Hello,
Every once in a while I get the Yelp! sponsored ad on the lock screen. I've tried turning it off from the Settings of the Blinkfeed (as I saw it supposedly worked with previous HTCs) but it doesn't on the 10. Anyone know the answer to my question?
Thanks,
Marius
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Setting / personalize / manage adds.
Sent from my 2PS64 using XDA-Developers mobile app

Not sure if you have it but es file explorer will cause ads on the lock screen with its own quick charge screen. Haven't had any since I uninstalled it.

I already turned off 'interest based ads' from Settings>Personalize>Manage Ads. By the way, I use the Google Now Launcher, so the Manage Ads option only shows when I have Sense Home selected as the default launcher. I'm still getting yelp ads in the lock screen.

mariuscm said:
I already turned off 'interest based ads' from Settings>Personalize>Manage Ads. By the way, I use the Google Now Launcher, so the Manage Ads option only shows when I have Sense Home selected as the default launcher. I'm still getting yelp ads in the lock screen.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Maybe, because I'm not using the Sense Home launcher, the OFF setting for the Interest based ads is not sticking?

It drives me nuts and I don't see that on the Verizon version. Something Verizon probably removed so you can't turn it off... So annoying
Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk

tylerw1369 said:
It drives me nuts and I don't see that on the Verizon version. Something Verizon probably removed so you can't turn it off... So annoying
Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
its in the Verizon version not 100% sure exactly where but I know I saw it. I'm on it and never once had a ad on my lockscreen.

afuller42 said:
its in the Verizon version not 100% sure exactly where but I know I saw it. I'm on it and never once had a ad on my lockscreen.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You are lucky because it always asks if in hungry and places to eat. I haven't added any new app from my other phones. I haven't been able to find it.
Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk

mariuscm said:
Hello,
Every once in a while I get the Yelp! sponsored ad on the lock screen. I've tried turning it off from the Settings of the Blinkfeed (as I saw it supposedly worked with previous HTCs) but it doesn't on the 10. Anyone know the answer to my question?
Thanks,
Marius
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Have es file explorer installed by chance?
Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk

dottat said:
Have es file explorer installed by chance?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No, why?

mariuscm said:
No, why?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
That app recently had an update that had some lock screen bs included. Had a battery icon on it and all.
There's another app I had a couple months back that did the same thing too. If you have sense apps ads disabled , it's likely an app that turned spammy.
Sent from my HTC6545LVW using Tapatalk

Its definitely not from the stock software. My wife had the same thing happen last week on her note. It took a while but found out it was PIP software for taking selfies. Here is a great article that should help get rid of them. http://www.slashgear.com/android-ads-on-your-lockscreen-and-how-to-destroy-them-05438921/. It lists some common sources for these ads:
• Amber Weather Widget
• ES App Locker
• GO apps (of note: GO Weather, GO SMS, GO Keyboard, Next Browser)
• Kingo Root
• KittyPlay Wallpapers, Ringtones
• TouchPal apps (TouchPal makes multiple keyboard apps)
• Xender (file transfer app)
• Zero Team apps (of note: Z Camera)

The yelp and restaurant ads are because you enabled personalization in sense home. It's tracking your location and usually offering restaurants nearby.
Sent from my HTC 10 using Tapatalk

check on blinkfeed settings>manage adds>turn off internet based ads. thought i read somewhere that caused lock screen ads too.

I figured it out, no thanks to Verizon IT. It's a google ad. Go to your chrome browser. Click on the three dots, Settings, Site Settings, Cookies, uncheck "allow third-party cookies" box. BOOM!

I just started getting the exact same kind of ads! Cannot find any information on the Internet about how to eliminate them.

Some flashlight apps throw ads like that, have you got a flashlight app?

Tbrown009 said:
I just started getting the exact same kind of ads! Cannot find any information on the Internet about how to eliminate them.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Read the posts above your how to turn off interest based ads.
App like ES file explorer added that crap also, the another post above yours with more known apps

afuller42 said:
Read the posts above your how to turn off interest based ads.
App like ES file explorer added that crap also, the another post above yours with more known apps
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I've been using Solid Explorer since ES started with all of that junk, maybe a year ago or so...? I did try the Chrome suggestion from above (the third party cookies tick box) and so far so good. Thanks to all for all of the posts! Much appreciated!

Limited Time Offer popup - which app do I disable?

I'm getting a bunch of popups offering a "limited time" app with a click to take you to the app store. Anyone know which app is generating this one so that I can hopefully disable it or turn the option off or something?
(missing my ad blocking features of the rooted Note 3!)

I've noticed that too. I thought it might be ES File Explorer. Are you using that app?

bushy73 said:
I've noticed that too. I thought it might be ES File Explorer. Are you using that app?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I sure do. Checking that app now for any possible settings to change, thanks!
Edit - you might be right. Found this on a review: Intrusive Ads This *used* to be a great app. I've used it off and on for almost 5 years. Maybe 4? The ads were manageable. Now I get pop-up ads when I'm using completely different ads prompting me to install apps. When I hit the 'x' to close the ad, it still tries to open the Google Play store.
If I can't stop them, or upgrade to an Ad free version, I'm uninstalling. Which is a shame, I've also used this app for years. Anyone know a good ad-free replacement? (looks like they do have a paid ad free version)

I've recently been trying Solid Explorer (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=pl.solidexplorer2&hl=en), which generally comes highly recommended. I haven't used it a lot yet, but I like it a lot so far, it has a clean ui, is quick and simple to use.
Default font sizes are a little large for my liking, but you can "zoom" out on file lists. I'd prefer if you could zoom even more, but there seem to be a lot of options that I haven't really tried yet, so you probably can.

polstein said:
I'm getting a bunch of popups offering a "limited time" app with a click to take you to the app store. Anyone know which app is generating this one so that I can hopefully disable it or turn the option off or something?
(missing my ad blocking features of the rooted Note 3!)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I went into Settings > Applications > Apps that can appear on top and denied ES File explorer. Seems to work.

Looking for good file explorer

Hey guys I've been using root browser for years now and I'm just wondering what are you guys using. I'm looking for something that looks moder but it's straight to the point. I don't like too many features. Also i would love root support.

Although this question isn't Pixel specific..
I use Solid Explorer since ES File Explorer went nuts with ads and unnecessary feature. It's clean, highly customizable but clean enough for a quick use.

DanVanDamn said:
Although this question isn't Pixel specific..
I use Solid Explorer since ES File Explorer went nuts with ads and unnecessary feature. It's clean, highly customizable but clean enough for a quick use.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
X2

MiXplorer

Root Explorer

MiXplorer a little buggy still but very actively developed and free.... you can find it in XDA labs

MiXplorer

solid explorer

Hootan Parsa is the man. He's been updating this app and making it better and better since gingerbread days. May favorite and most used by far. I keep other around for different reasons but I've been with miXplorer since before it was even called MiXplorer.
ReelFiles said:
MiXplorer
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

I paid for and use es file manager. Although there're some features I don't need or plan to use, they are there if I ever want to. I didn't have to buy it, but I used the app for years before they added ads and felt they deserved some rewards for their hard work. Overall I'm very pleased with the app and it's one of the first things I install on my new devices.

DanVanDamn said:
Although this question isn't Pixel specific..
I use Solid Explorer since ES File Explorer went nuts with ads and unnecessary feature. It's clean, highly customizable but clean enough for a quick use.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah I second that. Solid explorer is tits Magee!

Root explorer seems to do everything, and has a decent interface
I have used many other that have a better interface but they always seem to lack one feature or another.
Sent from my Huawei Honor 5x using Tapatalk

Use the ASUS one as it seemed to be the lightest, least ugly one when I googled them.

Okay guys I think I will go with solid explorer. I do have a 8 days trial after that I guess is only a paid app. Will try it this week and see how it goes.

X-Plore is brilliant. Best file manager I've used.

+1 Solid Explorer

Solid Explorer also here.
Worth 100% its price.

I've always used Root Explorer but will try Solid Explorer. Any big differences?

watzone69 said:
I've always used Root Explorer but will try Solid Explorer. Any big differences?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
First thing i always check on a new file explorer is if it can create files. As i need the ability to create .nomedia files.
Sent from my Pixel XL using Tapatalk

I've used root explorer since gingerbread. Lightweight and easy to use.