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wanted: LED control

I love the DEFY really, but couldn´t find a customizer yet for the built in LED.
I want to config behaviour for e.g. sms or emails . Any ideas?

Hello
You should have a look at Missed Call, available on the market.
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I use missed call, sms notifier, email notifier.
The great thing with email notifier is you can select a different color depending of the e-mail account.

I tried Missed calls for Android 2.x on my Defy today but it didn't work. The LED was still blue when receiving a call and didn't flash when missed either.
Anyone having an idea?
I tried to disable led notification in the phone's settings but it still didn't work

App Blink -> Android Market

Same thing for me. Tested all the apps. The led is not working.
Even with Led tester which says that is compatible with defy, doesn't work. What to do?

ctalianos said:
Same thing for me. Tested all the apps. The led is not working.
Even with Led tester which says that is compatible with defy, doesn't work. What to do?
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I had a problem with the LED. When I activated it with the apps, nothing happen. I had to go in the phone settings to activate the LED.

Thanks for the hint molexxx. Do you own a Defy? Because I tried that app and it is not forking either. Not with LED turned on or off in general phone settings.
The only time I see this LED ever working is when receiving a phone call it is blue no matter what app I tell to light it in a different color

Have you tried "LED me know"?
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mrfab14163 said:
Thanks for the hint molexxx. Do you own a Defy? Because I tried that app and it is not forking either. Not with LED turned on or off in general phone settings.
The only time I see this LED ever working is when receiving a phone call it is blue no matter what app I tell to light it in a different color
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Yes I have a defy. It works perfectly.

TESLA app is working for me.

I've used "Flashlight" (use camera LED) & "Shake-Flashlight" (use screen LED) from my Defy and both works fine

MotoTorch for LED, and QuickSettings has a Display Flashlight included.

I didn't have any luck with any of these programs either. Missed Call only worked for missed calls, lol. No other programs would change the color of the front LED.

[Q] So am I right that Google didn't bother to add support for the LED in the SMS app

I don't get it, the notification LED works for everything EXCEPT the native SMS app! WTF is that about? Are they really that lazy to no include any LED notification options in ICS for this phone?
It works perfectly for FB, Whatsapp, Gmail, etc... but nothing for SMS/MMS?
Or am I missing something here?

Download light flow in the market. The lite version works perfectly, and you can set up different coloured led notifications for different apps

NOTORIOUS VR said:
I don't get it, the notification LED works for everything EXCEPT the native SMS app! WTF is that about? Are they really that lazy to no include any LED notification options in ICS for this phone?
It works perfectly for FB, Whatsapp, Gmail, etc... but nothing for SMS/MMS?
Or am I missing something here?
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Nope, you're not missing anything. Noticed it myself. I assume (or hope..) that Google will implement it anytime soon with an update.

? I get LED notifications for SMS..
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NOTORIOUS VR said:
I don't get it, the notification LED works for everything EXCEPT the native SMS app! WTF is that about? Are they really that lazy to no include any LED notification options in ICS for this phone?
It works perfectly for FB, Whatsapp, Gmail, etc... but nothing for SMS/MMS?
Or am I missing something here?
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Getting led notifications for native SMS normally

I think OP meant there are no -options- for LED notification for SMS messages. At least, that's how I interpreted it.

Petrovski80 said:
I think OP meant there are no -options- for LED notification for SMS messages. At least, that's how I interpreted it.
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OP said LED notification doesn't work for SMS. It works for me, but I'm using GO Sms pro and not stock.

Works for me to on stock
make sure pulse LED is selected in the settings, otherwise it wont but still works under 3rd party apps

It also works for me, that's not how I understood OP's problem. My point is that there are no settings for the notification LED in the SMS app. You cannot enable/disable it there, or choose a color.

sms native led works.gtalk led works.gmail led doesnt work (why?). twitter and facebook didnt test it and dont want it.missed calls led doesnt work (bad bad bad) most probably because of the screen on?

works here nativ too.
maybe faulty handset?

joecastrignano said:
Download light flow in the market. The lite version works perfectly, and you can set up different coloured led notifications for different apps
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WARNING: this app has serious compat issues with ICS.
It can cause your screen to not want to turn on again. I had to battery pull and then uninstall before the app started.

seven2099 said:
WARNING: this app has serious compat issues with ICS.
It can cause your screen to not want to turn on again. I had to battery pull and then uninstall before the app started.
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Yep.read few posts with problems came from light flow

You're right it does work I thought it wasn't working at all... but my other point where you cannot customize it for the SMS app is strange for having a brand new OS designed for a phone that has this feature.
I definitely don't want to install a 3rd party app for this.
thanks to all.

I am quite sure Cyanogen 9 will have that... CM7 does...

seven2099 said:
WARNING: this app has serious compat issues with ICS.
It can cause your screen to not want to turn on again. I had to battery pull and then uninstall before the app started.
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Just some additional info on this, based on my experience:
I had the same happening to me, but only after I went to "General Settings->Additional LEDs found" and checked the box (I did that because I thought something isn't working right, but turned out I was just too stupid ;-).
My guess is that what's listed there as an LED is actually the main display, and checking the box messes things up.
Since rebooting (by pulling the battery) and unchecking that box again, everything works perfectly.
Also, if your GN is rooted, Light Flow will ask for superuser rights. Decline that, it's not needed on the device (everything runs well without su rights, as far as I can tell)

Even the Nexus One didn't have built in options for the notification light. In fact, it wasn't until much LATER that someone realized that it can do different colors.
I think CM7 is the only rom that had the notification LED settings built in at a kernel level. Other roms required the use of 3rd party apps (which killed the battery).

Coming from the original Galaxy S which did not have any notification lights, I still prefer the NoLed application instead of the led light. NoLed allows you to see the contact photo as the indicator that you have an sms message.

I use SMS Popup. It is a great utility and it supports LED Notifications
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I haven't seen any LED notifications. Gmail, sms, or with go sms pro. I tried testing notifications and nothing happened. LED tester verified that the LED is in fact working though. So odd.

Charging LED

Acted on a hunch, and yessir, our Z Play has the famed hidden LED in the speaker.
Install and use the MOTO X LED app to activate, must be rooted to gain this glory.

Dont think i installed the same app but at least its working

I can't say just where I downloaded the app from, but I've used it on my x style and my Nexus 6. So I've had it for a while now.

any other way to activate it without root?

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I can't say just where I downloaded the app from, but I've used it on my x style and my Nexus 6. So I've had it for a while now.
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Can we use it for notifications...i mean mail , text message or WhatsApp

In another thread they mentioned lightflow will allow for that, but that's a paid play store app

On the pixel this feature is hidden in settings notifications settings-gear pulse notification light. Maybe it's there for you

Definitely don't have that option

OK I see. I just picked up a z play for the wife. Free at vzw. The screens are different to the pixel. At least it has the ambient display. Always liked moto quality.

Well looks like I gotta root this phone. No breathing notifications and no LED, not a great system. I'll wait till nougat update then root it.

scottdanpor said:
Well looks like I gotta root this phone. No breathing notifications and no LED, not a great system. I'll wait till nougat update then root it.
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The file in question that controls the charging LED is /sys/class/leds/charging/brightness and unfortunately its permissions are 0664 with write permissions given to system:system, so unless there is an interface from some system daemon you need root access to control the LED.
That file accepts 5 different numeric values in the range from 0 to 4, with 0 (LED is off), 1-3 (blinking modes from the fastest to the slowest), and 4 (LED is on). I am currently searching for the possible interface inside the stock firmware.

Hello, any progress?

gm.outside said:
The file in question that controls the charging LED is /sys/class/leds/charging/brightness and unfortunately its permissions are 0664 with write permissions given to system:system, so unless there is an interface from some system daemon you need root access to control the LED.
That file accepts 5 different numeric values in the range from 0 to 4, with 0 (LED is off), 1-3 (blinking modes from the fastest to the slowest), and 4 (LED is on). I am currently searching for the possible interface inside the stock firmware.
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I tried it
By default it's set to "0"
If I change the value from 1 to 4 ...It's starts blinking even if charging or not charging ....
If I connect charger it keeps blinking
If you restart the device ....Value changes to default "0"

These settings with light flow legacy worked for me http://forum.xda-developers.com/moto-z-play/how-to/moto-z-led-t3514729/post71587497

[APP]AMOLED Notification Light "NotifyBuddy"

So I was annoyed not having an LED notification light on oneplus 6t so I tried to make one of my own.
As OP6T has amoled display whenever a desired notification comes the app brings in a black screen with notification LED looking animation.
Though this is tested on OP6T, it should be working for most Android Oreo and later phones.
If not working for your phone, I'll suggest you to send me logs at [email protected]
To use it:
Install App.
Disable any battery optimisation for the app.
Give notification access permission.
Give full screen permission(if any required for your phone)
Select apps you want notifications for, by choosing a color (Only apps you set a color to enables LEDs).
Note: On successfully selecting a color for an app the text in which the App name is written should change to that color
Thats it.
For MIUI 11 devices make sure that AutoStart is enabled in App Info. Also check "Show on lock screen" permission in other settings.
Settings image: https://drive.google.com/folderview?id=1yxrLd5u7kLSGBwviKhXYqM21YLC8Dhiv
Note: To turn off the LED and to unlock phone double tap anywhere on the screen or use power button.
App now available on Play Store, please rate and share if you liked the app.
Play Store Link: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xander.android.notifybuddy
Working Video: https://youtu.be/vFKiHS_ZD-k
See settings for your phone for NotifyBuddy on this link: https://dontkillmyapp.com
If it is not running after various troubleshoot measures, maybe send the logs.
Give your feedback!!

Working great, good job!
What about System Apps (Phone, message etc.) ? I'm not able to find them in your app.
Gmail is missing as well and it is not a system app.
Thanks in advance!

min-dfreak said:
Working great, good job!
What about System Apps (Phone, message etc.) ? I'm not able to find them in your app.
Gmail is missing as well and it is not a system app.
Thanks in advance!
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Same here. Also, an off switch for each app would be more convenient instead of picking white colour.
This is just what I needed, works great on my phone. Thank you!

I would consider using this if and when you include system apps. They are the only ones I'm interested in getting notifications from. Thanks for your efforts

Fantastic
Brilliant
Go work for 1+
Show them how to do the job properly

Great start!! works like a charm, agree on the systems apps thing though..

Wow, Great App.:good:
Works Perfect.

min-dfreak said:
Working great, good job!
What about System Apps (Phone, message etc.) ? I'm not able to find them in your app.
Gmail is missing as well and it is not a system app.
Thanks in advance!
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Fixed this! Checkout the new version and thanks for trying out the app!

devilrulz4ever said:
Same here. Also, an off switch for each app would be more convenient instead of picking white colour.
This is just what I needed, works great on my phone. Thank you!
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Added an on/off switch, thanks for feedback

SyCreed said:
@HarshBoy99 Hello! Thank you for the job you''re doing, but if you don't mind, i would like to point some important things.
You'r app uses a black overlay with a colorized dot in the corner, it's cool but there is a but. If The device is in a pocket, and you're using a pocket detection, the screen will turn on and show the pocket detection screen - what kinda annoying issue.
Another moment, again - becauses there is a use of black overlay, when there is already a notification panding and you recieve anothere on, there is a head-up notification with the all status bar info that shows up, again - kinda annoying.
As a recommandation - trigger the built-in AOD app instead of using a black overlay, that will fix the issues i've mentioned above + there will be an option to use fingerprint scanner on notifications.
Wish you the best!
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Well I have included pocket detection in app, i.e if the LED is on and the sensor is covered the activity will be stopped. But if you have pocket mode on, it will show you the pocket mode screen for a brief moment and then switch off the display. This will help save battery if phone is in your pocket.
Yeah on that heads-up notification, I haven't found a way to get rid of this but it is only an issue of few seconds.
There are already many apps that bring on the default AOD display but it doesn't feel like an actual LED and moreover we can't change the appearance of AOD as it is a system app.
Thank You!

I wish there is an more option for WhatsApp. I do not want to receive LED from the Watsp group
Thanks
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Thanks for the app.
I have a problem in my op6t.
When i use the app and the notification led is on, the unlock button does not works well, i mean, i have to push three or four times.
Sorry about my english, i hope you can understand me. ?

@HarshBoy99
Power button does not wake phone when I receive any app notifications.

Fir3lordZuk0 said:
@HarshBoy99
Power button does not wake phone when I receive any app notifications.
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There is Note: unlock phone double tap anywhere on the screen.
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I have been using the app for some days now. I have also locked the app in recents to avoid it being killed or stop functioning. But when I get a notification, double tapping doesn't work instantly. Have to tap 4 times at least. Also, on unlocking the phone, I am in the Notify Buddy app instead.

App is great if you don't mind me offering suggestions I have a couple.
The light to move around in intervals across the top of the screen or even the two corners just to prevent possible burn in, say if you get a notification in the middle of the night or something and it blinks for hours on end (I know the chances are slim, but better to be safe than sorry)
Possibly an option to cycle the notification light if you have multiple notifications, so if I have a sms text and a messenger text it would blink once for the sms and once for messenger and cycle between them so I know I have 2 notifications.
An interval setting maybe how fast or slow for it to pulse or to keep it static. (If you choose to make it static warn it could possibly cause burn in)
If it's possible a way to keep the overlay active unless the notification is gone, I tested the app sending myself an sms text just to make sure everything was working I left the notification and the overlay didn't go back to the LED the screen just stayed black. If I'm not mistaken an actual notification light would stay active until the notification for said app was cleared.
That's all I really have for suggestions, I appreciate what you're doing with this app it's honestly the best alternative to any of the apps attempting to replicate a notification LED. I don't want you to think I don't like the app I'm just thinking of how my old phones with notification LED's behaved with notifications. Again thank you for your work and I hope my suggestions were something that could be of use.

Other then waking the phone this app is bloody great ?

prathamesh95 said:
I have been using the app for some days now. I have also locked the app in recents to avoid it being killed or stop functioning. But when I get a notification, double tapping doesn't work instantly. Have to tap 4 times at least. Also, on unlocking the phone, I am in the Notify Buddy app instead.
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Already aware of this issue, will try to fix it asap

Joe199799 said:
App is great if you don't mind me offering suggestions I have a couple.
The light to move around in intervals across the top of the screen or even the two corners just to prevent possible burn in, say if you get a notification in the middle of the night or something and it blinks for hours on end (I know the chances are slim, but better to be safe than sorry)
Possibly an option to cycle the notification light if you have multiple notifications, so if I have a sms text and a messenger text it would blink once for the sms and once for messenger and cycle between them so I know I have 2 notifications.
An interval setting maybe how fast or slow for it to pulse or to keep it static. (If you choose to make it static warn it could possibly cause burn in)
If it's possible a way to keep the overlay active unless the notification is gone, I tested the app sending myself an sms text just to make sure everything was working I left the notification and the overlay didn't go back to the LED the screen just stayed black. If I'm not mistaken an actual notification light would stay active until the notification for said app was cleared.
That's all I really have for suggestions, I appreciate what you're doing with this app it's honestly the best alternative to any of the apps attempting to replicate a notification LED. I don't want you to think I don't like the app I'm just thinking of how my old phones with notification LED's behaved with notifications. Again thank you for your work and I hope my suggestions were something that could be of use.
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Thanks for a constructive feedback?
Would try to implement this as fast as I could!

Joe199799 said:
If it's possible a way to keep the overlay active unless the notification is gone, I tested the app sending myself an sms text just to make sure everything was working I left the notification and the overlay didn't go back to the LED the screen just stayed black. If I'm not mistaken an actual notification light would stay active until the notification for said app was cleared.
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Well this was exactly how I wanted for my app to function, but while testing it myself I observed that I had pending notification almost always and it would drain the battery exponentially. Therefore I went with notifying the user only while he is away from phone.

Question Any option to do LED notification?

Couldn't find a setting to make "Always On" show me a signal on screen for missed calls or messages.
Anyone found a solution for that?

This is my only issue with this great phone. I thought it was a fault at first. I get one animation then the 10 sec AOD or I have to keep the AOD on all the time.
I have no idea why there is no option to keep the AOD going until you acknowledge/read the notification. I really hope it’s an oversight that will be fixed with an update.

Same here, got the 10s AOD and I was hoping I would get the pulse animation after a missed call... but nope. :/

[APP]AMOLED Notification Light "NotifyBuddy"
So I was annoyed not having an LED notification light on oneplus 6t so I tried to make one of my own;). As OP6T has amoled display whenever a desired notification comes the app brings in a black screen with notification LED looking animation...
forum.xda-developers.com

mar.ur said:
[APP]AMOLED Notification Light "NotifyBuddy"
So I was annoyed not having an LED notification light on oneplus 6t so I tried to make one of my own;). As OP6T has amoled display whenever a desired notification comes the app brings in a black screen with notification LED looking animation...
forum.xda-developers.com
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Perfect

festor said:
Perfect
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Really, you got it working?
I tried and just tried again, never got any signal after a notification, AOD on or off.

Tatsuya79 said:
Really, you got it working?
I tried and just tried again, never got any signal after a notification, AOD on or off.
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It’s working for me. I enabled Autostart, Overlay permission and set no restrictions in battery saver and it worked for Outlook, WhatsApp and calls (not tested text messages). I bought the full version after the initial test and use the app icons option without any problems too.
I’m running 12.0.5.0

festor said:
It’s working for me. I enabled Autostart, Overlay permission and set no restrictions in battery saver and it worked for Outlook, WhatsApp and calls (not tested text messages). I bought the full version after the initial test and use the app icons option without any problems too.
I’m running 12.0.5.0
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I should have also said you need to select the apps you want a notification from and separately enable missed call notification in settings.

Thanks for confirming.
It's working for me now on the 3rd installation...
I touched every lighting/oled saving parameters, stuff like that and now it's showing up.
edit: ...and I uninstalled it after seeing the battery it wasted.

Tatsuya79 said:
Thanks for confirming.
It's working for me now on the 3rd installation...
I touched every lighting/oled saving parameters, stuff like that and now it's showing up.
edit: ...and I uninstalled it after seeing the battery it wasted.
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Well it stopped working for me after a few hours, but I also noticed it annihilated the battery even more than just enabling AOD permanently. Will try it again if there is an update.

festor said:
Well it stopped working for me after a few hours, but I also noticed it annihilated the battery even more than just enabling AOD permanently. Will try it again if there is an update.
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It works but take so much battery

Tatsuya79 said:
Couldn't find a setting to make "Always On" show me a signal on screen for missed calls or messages.
Anyone found a solution for that?
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Always on all the time U'll see the icon of the app that got a notification lol

I enabled the constant AOD a few days ago and I think there must have been something else going on during my initial testing because the battery only drops 2% per hour now. I’m using the first simple clock option (red) and thankfully it moves position after a few min. An LED would have been nice, but totally happy with the AOD now.
NotifyBuddy was using the same battery as full on gaming for some reason :/