I am a privacy sensitive individual and just bought a 5T and it's awesome!
I installed NetGuard and am amazed at the number of apps requesting access to the internet.
Is there a list of One Plus software that is safe to remove using adb or Titanium?
or better yet, is there a list programs you must whitelist in order to have a functional phone?
I intend to install Lineage once it's stable...
Thanks!
#1 is the weather app, what a piece of garbage it is. Apparently the sun never sets anymore and it's numbers jump all over the place when you open it, which coincidentally is the only time it updates the widget :silly:
Weather, OPDeviceManger and OPDeviceManagerProvider...
Couldn't find a way to remove com.oneplus.factorymode...
Guess the rest is OK
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Anyone else had problems with missing apps in the Market with the Desire?
Specifically:
http://www.google.co.uk/support/forum/p/Android+Market/thread?tid=72687bc93eba9a1b&hl=en
Good example seems to be the National Rail app, but I'm finding plenty of others too...some I've paid for :-(
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Yes, I have. JuiceDefender is missing for me, however I got it from andappstore.com. No sign of that National Rail one there though.
And the BlueAnt Q1 app is not available....
I think everybody has problems finding all the programs. Try to search for Raging Thunder 2 for example. You will properbly only find the lite version and not the full version. I bought the full version with my Milestone, but now it cannot be found anymore.
Every Android phone has a 'fingerprint' in the build.prop file. This fingerprint has to be approved by google. Somehow google has not yet approved the fingerprint of the Desire, so protected apps cannot be fount yet.....
I have no clue why this takes so long.
Maybe someone from google is here and reads this and can explain to us why it's taking so long for the fingerprint to be approved?
Interesting. According to the similar thread about the Legend, however, it seems that HTC are pushing out an update to fix this...
Perhaps it's the fingerprint from the Hero
I've read about this issue which was recently explained by a developer of XDA (nprussell).
Apparently everyone is in the same boat so to speak. He states that many "protected" apps are missing from the market. There are generally two reasons why apps will be missing from the market:
When a new ROM or handset is released, the manufacturer (i.e. HTC), sends the build to Google for verification, which includes a 'Fingerprint' (a unique line of text which governs its market access) in one of the build files. Generally, it states the name of the phone and Android version in the fingerprint. With Root & System write access, this fingerprint can be changed, but although it's been claimed that the Desire has recently been Rooted, we still don't have confirmation from any developer of it being able to gain System write access.
Only until Google approve the build, then fingerprint will be added to their allowed database to view these protected apps on the market.
The other cause for apps missing from the market in builds is because of permissions of certain apps. For example, the barcode scanner app requires permissions to use the camera/auto focus. They are NOT protected apps. If the XML permission files are missing from system/etc/permissions, then Google Market will simply block these apps from showing.
HTC need to chase Google up on this and Google need to activate the Fingerprint.
Excellent info, thanks for that. So it's chasing HTC to get them to chase Google for an update.
I think I'll just go back to stopping the tide from coming in...much better chance of success, I reckon
Is there no where we can download the apk (for free apps of course) and just transfer it to the phone and install it ourselves?
strange think is I could find some apps. I found and installed Barcode Scanner no prob..
???
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Is there no where we can download the apk (for free apps of course) and just transfer it to the phone and install it ourselves?
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just google which ever apk you want (for free apps obviously) and install it to your phone, with the sync software that was on your original memory card.
i emailed HTC today to find out what they and google are doing to sort this out. if everyone emails them they might eventually chase google...
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I've read about this issue which was recently explained by a developer of XDA (nprussell).
Apparently everyone is in the same boat so to speak. He states that many "protected" apps are missing from the market. There are generally two reasons why apps will be missing from the market:
When a new ROM or handset is released, the manufacturer (i.e. HTC), sends the build to Google for verification, which includes a 'Fingerprint' (a unique line of text which governs its market access) in one of the build files. Generally, it states the name of the phone and Android version in the fingerprint. With Root & System write access, this fingerprint can be changed, but although it's been claimed that the Desire has recently been Rooted, we still don't have confirmation from any developer of it being able to gain System write access.
Only until Google approve the build, then fingerprint will be added to their allowed database to view these protected apps on the market.
The other cause for apps missing from the market in builds is because of permissions of certain apps. For example, the barcode scanner app requires permissions to use the camera/auto focus. They are NOT protected apps. If the XML permission files are missing from system/etc/permissions, then Google Market will simply block these apps from showing.
HTC need to chase Google up on this and Google need to activate the Fingerprint.
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Just to confirm this explanation, I actually emailed HTC support asking about the missing apps and this was pretty much exactly what they told me. They are waiting for Google to approve the ROM for copy protected apps, and apparently it takes about a week... so hopefully we can expect full access some time next week. Fingers crossed!
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Just to confirm this explanation, I actually emailed HTC support asking about the missing apps and this was pretty much exactly what they told me. They are waiting for Google to approve the ROM for copy protected apps, and apparently it takes about a week... so hopefully we can expect full access some time next week. Fingers crossed!
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Nice one Bud, thanks for that update
All back for me Now on Vodafone
Yep. One of those apps for me was Google Earth since this is what I was facing so I installed it from the link here too and all works well: http://www.google.co.uk/support/forum/p/Android+Market/thread?tid=46acda8204439646&hl=en
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Yep. One of those apps for me was Google Earth since this is what I was facing so I installed it from the link here too and all works well: http://www.google.co.uk/support/forum/p/Android+Market/thread?tid=46acda8204439646&hl=en
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Yep, that's about all we can do right now to install apps (or use barcode scanner app) which are not available via the Marketplace.
Tip: For anyone who has not done this yet and would like to know, make sure you first install HTC Sync (found pre-installed via your SD card).
The idea should be implemented into windows live or Zune that automatically resyncs all of your apps if you switch a device. I know there is an app to recover this info but it would be very nice upon initial setup that it give u the option to add the most recent apps from your last device. I love how simple windows live makes of syncing your contacts during initial setup. This process would involve the device doing a backup save of your last device
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A while back MS had a job posting asking for someone to help with exactly this. I suspect it means this feature will come proabaly with Apollo.
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The idea should be implemented into windows live or Zune that automatically resyncs all of your apps if you switch a device. I know there is an app to recover this info but it would be very nice upon initial setup that it give u the option to add the most recent apps from your last device. I love how simple windows live makes of syncing your contacts during initial setup. This process would involve the device doing a backup save of your last device
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This is one of the best features of later android setups:
Setup gmail account, allow it to sync, and depending on connection speed between 5 and 15 minutes later, all your apps, info, contacts, even the wallpaper are exactly as the last device.
Using 3-4 different devices at once (same login) is as painful as swapping a sim.
Awesomeness.
Apollo = speculation, and when ?
Even updating my phone I had to literally write down most of my apps becuase I didnt purchase the apps from my computer through Zune most of the time. It took me forever to get them back. So painful. I hope they implement this soon, that would be great
this is the app that I use, pretty damn useful
http://www.windowsphone.com/en-NZ/apps/b9d1115b-2c0d-4e5d-afc6-fa6dcd84dda4
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this is the app that I use, pretty damn useful
http://www.windowsphone.com/en-NZ/apps/b9d1115b-2c0d-4e5d-afc6-fa6dcd84dda4
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this is the one that i used to redownload and reinstalling my apps after got installed a new rom. great apps. but i like the idea, it would be better if zune save the App that we have installed before on our devices.
My older sister has asked me about programs to block adult sites. The phone is rooted and s-off. I found this
Just wondering if anyone has used it before or has any other ideas
http://www.trendmicro.com/us/home/products/mobile-security/android/index.html
I use ROM toolbox and it has an option to block pornography.
Doesn't seem to be working. I'm on miui 12.9 build
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This is a problem with Android, and it depends on how much the owner of the device knows about this operating system to say what it takes to make these "safe". I'm currently using mobifilter.com they sell you info how to use their filtered server and then its implemented through opera mobile (can customize the settings to use only three server of your choice). This has worked well for me.
Another option is to use an app: smart app protector free, protect the apps that you would consider harmful (market, browser, including the installer program) and give the password to someone you trust. This is the best way but also the most restrictive.
afo.com and cleaninternet.com are both working on Android programs, but I don't know that they are released yet.
Hope this helps
Edit, I discovered I'm behind times...Mobifilter.net has a app in play store. The app is free but you will still need to purchase a subscription and set up an account with them. Well worth the cost in my mind!
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A while ago I came across this thread:
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=12016011
and I'd like to know whether the Google collecting stuff also applies to a default LineageOS install? Or does it start only after GApps is installed (even the smallest possible one)?
Personal info, the minute you enter your google email address.
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When you put you email or use some Google app product you agree to share your personal data.
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OK, but that's limited to that app and the permissions you give it - and that goes pretty much for all apps, Google or not. I was thinking more about the system-wide "telemetry".
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OK, but that's limited to that app and the permissions you give it - and that goes pretty much for all apps, Google or not. I was thinking more about the system-wide "telemetry".
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Not really. Google has tentacles into so many things it's mind boggling.
For example: you may think that you are keeping your location data private by turning off that nice shiny location services toggle right at the top of your screen. But guess what? By default, various Google frameworks are set to override that whenever they feel like it, to ping your location silently anyway.
And even if you have the GPS chip disabled in hardware (or it doesn't exist at all), they will try to triangulate you based on other visible entities like WiFi and Bluetooth signals. (You know those Google Streetmap cars that drive around everywhere taking pictures of everything? They also are collecting a giant database of every single wireless signal they encounter, and linking them to the exact geo coordinates where they were detectable. And they also collect this data from every device running Android. So if your downstairs neighbor has a WiFi access point or bluetooth device in Google's location database, the simple fact your mobile device can see one of those signals means they've now got YOUR location, too.)
Neat, huh?
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A while ago I came across this thread:
https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=12016011
and I'd like to know whether the Google collecting stuff also applies to a default LineageOS install? Or does it start only after GApps is installed (even the smallest possible one)?
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Even the "pico" Gapps - which includes (IIRC) just the Gplay services framework, Gplay app, PIM sync and Google Cloud Messaging components is enough.
On one of my devices I have pico Gapps installed on Lineage 14.1 and, as per usual, it is constantly trying to get my location. (I know this because I have Privacy Manager set to popup an approval prompt for both Gplay and Gplay services.) Another thing that the Google frameworks like to do is send/receive silent SMS messages. Once again, if it were not for the CM/Lineage Privacy Manager prompts, this would all be invisible.
Agree with Exabyter. Google is soo inside the apps and it's services that it's hard to predict if they can get your data or not. The Google Services Apps that give you access to lot of apps features have a lot of phone permission
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So using alternative markets such as F-Droid and Aptoide, and not installing GApps at all, can be a mitigating factor?
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So using alternative markets such as F-Droid and Aptoide, and not installing GApps at all, can be a mitigating factor?
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Yes. And I was thinking along those lines myself for quite a while.
Unfortunately the big problem with those app sources is that they cannot handle paid apps/subscriptions.
F-droid is great if you are an open-source pedant, and as much as I like it (because among other things, generally speaking most of the stuff on there isn't doing sneaky stuff), the selection is very small.
Aptoide has a large percentage of the major apps on Gplay, but many of them are there without the developer's permission. Anyone can create an appstore there and upload any APK they want. (I actually have a private store there I intend to use at some point as a sort of APK repository for my various devices, but in practice I'm not sure how well this will work) And if you get apps from a personal user's store there there's a possibility there's something illegitimate about it. Aptoide checks APK signatures but I like to run a local A/V scanner anyway.
My current thinking is install the smallest possible open-source Gapps (eg pico), and then try to put a leash on what is left.
I'm still trying to work out how to accomplish that. Going to be posting a question in this forum shortly about location spoofing, for example. (In short: a recent AOSP patch may have really set us back here. )
Hey. Is there any way to add more apps to parrallel apps list on OnePlus 5T? Considering the fact that the 5T creates a separate hidden user for the parallel apps, there must be a way imo.
I want to make a parrallel version of Discord
This would be nice. If you just want to sign into another account on the SAME app, you can use Island. It creates a sandbox of the apps of your choosing and you can log into a second account. It doesn't help if you want a different version of an app though, like a real version of Spotify and a hacked version to protect your real account. I wish we could install different versions of apps side by side too.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.island&hl=en_US
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This would be nice. If you just want to sign into another account on the SAME app, you can use Island. It creates a sandbox of the apps of your choosing and you can log into a second account. It doesn't help if you want a different version of an app though, like a real version of Spotify and a hacked version to protect your real account. I wish we could install different versions of apps side by side too.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.oasisfeng.island&hl=en_US
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Thanks but i prefer not to use 3rd party apps. I was hoping for a way to get a second version using built in parrallel apps