Switch data sim when roaming? Need app, widget, tasker etc. - OnePlus 3 Questions & Answers

I really searched the forums and the web and was not able to find a working solution for my Oneplus 3 with Android Nougat (LAOS weeklies)...
My problem: I would like to switch / select the active data SIM on the go. Either by clicking a widget button or (even better) with a tasker condition: if SIM 1 is roaming, select SIM 2 for data.
I found some really old comments and old APKs and Play Store links - but none of them is working.
Is there such an application available that is working under Android 7.x?
Am I the only person with this problem

I am looking for something similar. Basically a toggle to disable data on the active sim and enable data on the other sim, all in one go!

Are we the only ones with that problem??
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thefraggle said:
Are we the only ones with that problem??
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Looks like it. Doesn't seem to be a priority for anyone. But it should be easy to achieve using tasker

Did you get any results with Tasker already?
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Simulate tap on HTC "network" widget

Hello all,
I'm trying to control the "on/off" state of mobile data via my own application and while I know of APNDroid, I find it unreliable with my HTC Desire using the 2.2 OTA update (unrooted). It works two or three times, but once the screen has been turned off for quite a while, it no longer works.
However, tapping on the widget from HTC always works and so I was wondering if there is a way to simulate the tap on the widget.
For instance, I thought about sending an intent to the widget. But I'm not sure where to start as I have no idea what the name of that intent could be.
Does anyone have any clues as to where to start looking?
Thanks in advance.
Tasker is an excellent app and the latest beta of it now supports turning on and off mobile data using this toggle.
Hello,
I know about Tasker and am currently evaluating it.
It has two different tasks to control the mobile data, one internal (Mobile Data) and one using APNDroid (Mobile Data APN).
The former does not to work at all, while the latter only works until the screen turns off for more than 5 minutes.
Hence the reason why I'm looking for alternatives while waiting for replies on the Tasker groups.
You are saying that the latest beta supports turning on/off "using this toggle". What toggle are you talking about? Is that the HTC widget mobile data toggle?
If yes, how do I control it via Tasker? I did not find anything obvious.
Regards
i use switch pro widget and love it
I use switch pro, but some people claim its an APN renamer which its not (unless you tell it to be in the settings)
However it is possible to control htc's data connection as CM has built it into his modified power control widget (see CM6 roms).
As to the exact modification, I don't know as I have never taken said widget appart to see what he told it to do.
Supposing SwitchPro works ok, which I can not confirm as there is no demo version, how would you control it from Tasker?

Random Google wallet issues???

My experiences with Google wallet have been strange. Here's a run down:
Attempt 1
Went to Macy's, took about 4 tries before it went through.
Attempt 2
Went to meijer, got an error saying card reader could not be detected. I tried several times before giving up.
Attempt 3
Went to 7-11, no problems whatsoever.
Attempt 4
Went back to meijer tried a different checkout lane then the last time. No problems.
Attempt 5
Meijer, one more time went to the SAME lane as the time it worked. Didn't work this time got that error again saying couldn't detect card reader.
Is anyone else's this inconsistent? I don't understand. I unlock my phone, hold it up to the machine until it says sent. Any suggestions? Why is it like this? Everyone else stories I read say it works flawlessly or it doesn't work at all.
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are you using any particular case, did you update the app to the newest build?
Any errors I've encountered could be chalked up to one of two things. Either the pad was not turned on/not connected (make sure there is a green light on the pad), or the network is down\you dont have a network connection.
The network has been somewhat spotty for me over the last day or two. Today it was down for almost 2 hours. An easy way to tell if the network is down is to look at the app, select payment cards, then choose the card you are using. I use the google prepaid card, tap it and at the bottom under userid if there is a number you are connected to the network.. If the network is down or you do not have connectivity you will see something that says "can't connect to bank". You can not make a purchase if you do not see your userid, I always open the app now and check while I'm waiting in line.
krichek said:
Any errors I've encountered could be chalked up to one of two things. Either the pad was not turned on/not connected (make sure there is a green light on the pad), or the network is down\you dont have a network connection.
The network has been somewhat spotty for me over the last day or two. Today it was down for almost 2 hours. An easy way to tell if the network is down is to look at the app, select payment cards, then choose the card you are using. I use the google prepaid card, tap it and at the bottom under userid if there is a number you are connected to the network.. If the network is down or you do not have connectivity you will see something that says "can't connect to bank". You can not make a purchase if you do not see your userid, I always open the app now and check while I'm waiting in line.
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Thanks! I'll give that a shot(checking the user id) that sounds like it could be helpful.
@nyplaya
no, I don't have a case and I don't know if I have the latest updated version. I haven't checked because I didn't want to update and become a victim of the secure element error. I'm not exactly sure what the cause is and didn't want to risk it. But if its safe to do so, how do I find out if I have the latest version and where would I get it?
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daledenton said:
Thanks! I'll give that a shot(checking the user id) that sounds like it could be helpful.
@nyplaya
no, I don't have a case and I don't know if I have the latest updated version. I haven't checked because I didn't want to update and become a victim of the secure element error. I'm not exactly sure what the cause is and didn't want to risk it. But if its safe to do so, how do I find out if I have the latest version and where would I get it?
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you can do one of two things, follow the OP here:
Or you can try my little faster method: not sure if it is for the paid version only but if you download and install the APK of wallet, then use the app appmonster to backup the app, you can then simply select it in appmonster to view in the market and it bi-passes the restriction of the carriers in the normal market app it allows updating

[Q] Best app to track lost phone?

Hi Guys,
I wanted to know what any of you find to be the best app to find a lost phone. I wanted to know what the best app is to date since things can change over time, and I havent used this type of service for over a year. Some features I'd like are GPS tracking but little to no battery drain, and the ability to sound an alert even when the phone is silent or on vibrate. Thanks for any and all input.
Just me but I use the one that comes with 'Kaprasky Security', it is very accurate in my country of Canada so just try that or wait for other responses
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Cerberus is by far the best.
This is what I use and is the best and has lots features highly recommend.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.myboyfriendisageek.gotya
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RogerPodacter said:
Cerberus is by far the best.
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I second this. No monthly or annual fees. Just pay $4 one time and it covers up to 5 devices.
Here's some of the features:
It has three ways to protect your device:
- Remote control through the website www.cerberusapp.com
- Remote control via text messages
- SIM Checker (for devices that have a SIM card): you will automatically receive alerts if someone uses your phone with an unauthorized SIM card
Remote control allows you to perform many operations on your device, like:
- Locate and track it
- Start a loud alarm, even if the device is set to silent mode
- Wipe the internal memory and the SD card
- Hide Cerberus from the app drawer
- Lock the device with a code
- Record audio from the microphone
- Get a list of last calls sent and received
- Get information about network and operator the device is connected to
- And much more!
Cerberus automatically enables GPS if it is off when you try to localize your device (only on Android < 2.3.3) and you can protect it from unauthorized uninstalling - more info in the app configuration.
The app works even if the device does not have an internet connection thanks to remote control by sms messages. Also, the SIM Checker feature allows you to know the new number to send texts to, if the SIM card is changed. Texts received and sent for Cerberus remote control will not start any notification and will not appear in the Messages application.
Cerberus does not drain the battery because there is no background service running: it will activate only if there is a remote control request and will stop afterwards.
More features for rooted devices: complete uninstall protection (a thief will be able to delete Cerberus only by flashing another ROM), GPS auto-enabling even on Android > 2.3.3. More info on the website in the Help section.
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Check it out.
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.lsdroid.cerberus&feature=search_result#?t=W251bGwsMSwxLDEsImNvbS5sc2Ryb2lkLmNlcmJlcnVzIl0.
ddpacino said:
Hi Guys,
I wanted to know what any of you find to be the best app to find a lost phone. I wanted to know what the best app is to date since things can change over time, and I havent used this type of service for over a year. Some features I'd like are GPS tracking but little to no battery drain, and the ability to sound an alert even when the phone is silent or on vibrate. Thanks for any and all input.
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Android Lost can do everything you want and more. Best of all, no fees!
GreatBigDog said:
Android Lost can do everything you want and more. Best of all, no fees!
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I used that to find my wife's phone. Did a remote install too as I didn't have it on the device. .. Amazing.
I've heard a lot about Cerberus, but it needs to always be running on your device from what I can see. Can you remote install and configure it only when you need it? If not, that's a pretty dangerous app to allow basically all functions of your phone to be accessed online...
I use avast! Mobile Security. You can install the application and then enable Anti-Theft. Once it's set-up and installed, you can uninstall avast! Mobile Security. (I'm unable to provide links, but they have a webpage that describes the necessary steps better.)
You can then use a bunch of different commands via text message to locate/lock/unlock/etc. your phone. You can specify two phone numbers to be the only phones that can communicate with your device, or you can leave it open. (Commands sent to your device must contain your pin code and then the command.)
The FAQ for the app says it does not run in the background and is only activated when a text command is sent to the phone. (I think this program only works if you're able to receive text messages to your actual number. Not via Google Voice.)
avast mobile security is awesome!
I use cerberus...they have features such a remote recording of video and audio which I don't think is available on SeekDroid which I was on before
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I've tried Lookout mobile security, but like Prey a bit better
Another vote for androidlost here!
Phonelocator pro hands down beats them all - check it out
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.rvo.plpro
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ddpacino said:
Hi Guys,
I wanted to know what any of you find to be the best app to find a lost phone. I wanted to know what the best app is to date since things can change over time, and I havent used this type of service for over a year. Some features I'd like are GPS tracking but little to no battery drain, and the ability to sound an alert even when the phone is silent or on vibrate. Thanks for any and all input.
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You can buy a ball of yarn at the hardware store for a few cents. Tie one end to the phone, one end to your wrist.
Never lose the phone.
Avast can get location even if GPS, wifi, mobile data and location service are turned off, if you are rooted. Cerberus can't.
B1ny said:
Avast can get location even if GPS, wifi, mobile data and location service are turned off, if you are rooted. Cerberus can't.
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Pretty sure if you allow Cerberus administrator privileges, it can turn on GPS/Wifi/Data on by command...
Pretty sure it can't.
anton2009 said:
Pretty sure if you allow Cerberus administrator privileges, it can turn on GPS/Wifi/Data on by command...
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B1ny said:
Pretty sure it can't.
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Okay... I just tested it now with Cerberus dashboard (online website where you can send commands from) with my phone unlocked right in front of me. Sent command "start tracking" and saw with my own eyes the WIFI and GPS toggles go from OFF to ON. Wifi and GPS still on... Sent command "stop tracking" and WIFI and GPS toggles went from ON to OFF.
---Edit---
Sorry, I was wrong about the administrator privileges, by enabling that, it will allow you to erase your data/sd card remotely. To get WIFI and GPS to turn on when you send the tracking command, you have to push Cerberus to /system/app
I see a flaw in all of this:
Factory reset = GG
convolution said:
I see a flaw in all of this:
Factory reset = GG
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Cerberus help page, and I quote:
"I have a rooted device. Can I get additional features?
Yes! If you have rooted your device you can integrate Cerberus into your ROM and get two additional features: complete uninstall protection (Cerberus will even survive a wipe/factory reset) and GPS auto-enabling even on Android 2.3.3 and later. To have these features uninstall Cerberus, then download cerberus.zip, put it on the sd card and install it from recovery. Cerberus is also available on ROM Manager."
Taken from avast! Mobile Security app page, and I quote:
"Self-Protection
Extremely difficult for thieves to remove (especially on rooted phones), Anti-Theft protects itself from uninstall by disguising its components with various self-preservation techniques. On rooted phones it is able to survive hard-resets and can even disable the phone’s USB port."

[Q] Google Now Traffic - Commute to work never shows up

Hi all,
I have been using Google Now Traffic for about 2 months or so?
It never NEVER and I mean NEVER showed my commute to work card.
Even when I'm to work, it shows me the commute to home card. So it's always the commute to home card showing up and a couple of other places I added after being asked by Google Now if I wanted those places to be reported.
WiFi, Mobile,Location Access, GPS are all enabled at all times, but NOTHING.
What to do?
Thanks
Have you setup your work location?
ellimistx99 said:
Have you setup your work location?
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Yes, ofcourse.
And when I check to location history for the past days it shows me that I was at 'Work' during the day, for example.
But the traffic card will not work whatsoever.
So, nobody can help me with this?
Maybe Google thinks you're unemployed. Has it given you any links to monster.com?
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eqjunkie829 said:
Maybe Google thinks you're unemployed. Has it given you any links to monster.com?
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Do you work at the same time every day? The only workaround I can recommend is to add a work "event" to your calendar and then it will show you the time and traffic to that event.
Also, check your privacy settings and make sure you're sharing all of your information with google.
Isn't there a manual way to produce a commute to work card? I do have my work schedule in my calendar. For location should I say "work" or Tufts University" or do I need to input the actual address? I have set up "work" location in google maps but I do not have a "regular" schedule.
did you check that the "traffic" notification is checked "when you travel FROM home" as well as "When you travel TO home" ?
It looks like you have only the second check active.
(I'm sorry, but I don't know the exact english phrase, non english language here)

Question Is network settings available through the dialer on the Pixl 6 Pro

Finally the Pixl 6 Pro is here but being able to use *#*#4636#*#* to access bands is an absolute must for me as a truck driver where I sometimes have to force 4g instead of lte on att to get a signal. My about to go into the trash OP9 is now so ruined by oxygen 12 that this vital option no longer works.
can anyone confirm google hasn't removed this option too?
TIA
cwuk01 said:
Finally the Pixl 6 Pro is here but being able to use *#*#4636#*#* to access bands is an absolute must for me as a truck driver where I sometimes have to force 4g instead of lte on att to get a signal. My about to go into the trash OP9 is now so ruined by oxygen 12 that this vital option no longer works.
can anyone confirm google hasn't removed this option too?
TIA
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Works fine here
Edit: idk if band control is missing, might have misread your post
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Works fine here
Edit: idk if band control is missing, might have misread your post
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That's exactly what I needed to know, so thank you
I use this app to do it for me even though 8 have the code saved it's the 2nd option
If anyone has Fi you can use this. Only way I got signal at work while the tower nearby was being worked on for nearly two weeks. Showed bars, had connection info in the basic settings. Timeout load times on everything from the log in app for work, chrome, any app that needed for than a few hundred kilobytes a min.
FiSwitch - Apps on Google Play
Handy app for tracking connections & utilizing Google Fi-relevant dialer codes
play.google.com
Monitoring for drops is useful considering you could just save the numbers that are Ctrl+v into the box for you.

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