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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 :-(
Daern
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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s4vva said:
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...
Mastoid said:
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!
foner78 said:
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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th3 said:
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
Sent from my HTC Desire using the XDA mobile application powered by Tapatalk
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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).
Ive seen screen shots of the new Google Search app with the Hotword detection being able to work on other screens not just when google now is open, and ive updated and i dont see the option to turn it on, only when the option for hotword detection within google now app. any ideas ? ive done alot of searching and no help so far, Please Help, Thank you all in advance you guys and girls are great love the forum
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Ive seen screen shots of the new Google Search app with the Hotword detection being able to work on other screens not just when google now is open, and ive updated and i dont see the option to turn it on, only when the option for hotword detection within google now app. any ideas ? ive done alot of searching and no help so far, Please Help, Thank you all in advance you guys and girls are great love the forum
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This has not been rolled out to all devices as of yet. Should be out within the next few days according to AP.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/mod-ok-google-3rd-party-launchers-app-t2765635
This is where your answer lies
updated is rolled out account wise, not app wise.
Means you can have Google Now's latest APK installed and not see the new features. You just have to wait and be patient.
If you want to check if update has been rolled out for you, go to Google Now settings > Voice > Hotword Detection.
You should see options for all apps & lockscreen (instead of just the "activate OK google in google app" one).
Not sure if this is the correct section so could someone move it if needs be.
I've been a lifelong iOS user but finally got bored and ordered an Android phone. I know all about jailbreaking, but know absolutely nothing about rooting and I've been told this is where I'll find whatever info I need.
I have a few general questions and would appreciate if someone could shed some light as I need to get around the basics before I start messing with rooting etc.
I ordered a Nubia z7 Mini which looks like an amazing bit of kit for the price but since it's a Chinese phone there's a few things I'm unsure of.
Would it come with Google Play Store installed? If not, how do the Chinese get their apps?
Also, I've seen that you have to root the phone to install Google apps. What Google apps, and why do you need it?
Lastly, if you need to root the device to install these items, is there a way to unroot it afterwards and keep the newly installed apps? The reason I'm asking is because on an iPhone, certain apps won't work if it's jailbroken(like the Barclays banking app which is essential), so just wondering if it's the same with Android devices.
Thanks for any help.
1- it depends on the seller you buy from . some will install the gapps for you and some not . but don't worry it's so easy to install
the Chinese have their own app stores
2- The Google Apps (or GApps as they are commonly referred to) are the proprietary applications by Google included in many Android devices. Most of the applications can now be found and updated via the Google Play Store.Some of the apps include the Google Play Store itself, Google Talk, Google Sync (for adding and synchronizing Google accounts), Google Backup Transport, Car Home, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, Google Search, Google Voice Search, Google Music, and Google Docs.
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3- i think you can unroot z7 mini using the supersu app , i see the unroot option .
check this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/zte-nubia-z7-mini-root-recovery-google-t2846520
eLcTrOn said:
1- it depends on the seller you buy from . some will install the gapps for you and some not . but don't worry it's so easy to install
the Chinese have their own app stores
2- The Google Apps (or GApps as they are commonly referred to) are the proprietary applications by Google included in many Android devices. Most of the applications can now be found and updated via the Google Play Store.Some of the apps include the Google Play Store itself, Google Talk, Google Sync (for adding and synchronizing Google accounts), Google Backup Transport, Car Home, Gmail, Google Maps, YouTube, Google Search, Google Voice Search, Google Music, and Google Docs.
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3- i think you can unroot z7 mini using the supersu app , i see the unroot option .
check this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/zte-nubia-z7-mini-root-recovery-google-t2846520
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Thank you for the explanation. I've got my phone and slowly getting the hang of it.
So why can you not install gapps on a Chinese phone without rooting it? And if I unroot it, will gapps disappear or stay behind?
Reason I'm asking is because I need to use apps which won't work on rooted devices, but I don't want to loose gapps.
hi guys
I got my phone yesterday from giztop.com
apparently its the Chinese version
when I download the GMS core app from various links on google , during the initial run it tells me some google services need to be uninstalled specifically GOOGLE PLAY SERVICE UPDATER but it cannot be uninstalled no matter how many times the pop up tries to uninstall it
even from apps manager from setting I can stop it from running but am unable to uninstall it
can any one who has faced this issue help me out ?
thanks
Google play store was not visible on my AL00 at first. I went to app gallery and it had an option to update it.(not recommended ) it said. After I updated it showed up on the phone.
Just update it on the app gallery all Google stuff are built in you only have to download google calendar sync
Hello, just got mine Yesterday as well. Purchased for me by a Family at a Huawei Store in Beijing. I got me the 8/256 Version. Have followed the instructions above & as well as Youtube. I installed GMSInstaller & Google Installer but non of it seems to work... Any other possible way will greatly be appreciated.. Cheers !!
Barok214 said:
Hello, just got mine Yesterday as well. Purchased for me by a Family at a Huawei Store in Beijing. I got me the 8/256 Version. Have followed the instructions above & as well as Youtube. I installed GMSInstaller & Google Installer but non of it seems to work... Any other possible way will greatly be appreciated.. Cheers !!
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-20-x/how-to/guide-to-enable-google-services-china-t3865436
I had faced the same problem
I had the same problem in my Huawei Mate 20 Chinese Phone. Solved it by changing the language to Chinese through App Gallery and thereafter searching for and installing Google Play. It really worked fine.
sureshbabu2001 said:
I had the same problem in my Huawei Mate 20 Chinese Phone. Solved it by changing the language to Chinese through App Gallery and thereafter searching for and installing Google Play. It really worked fine.
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How were you able to do the search in the App Gallery if the language was Chinese?
mate 20x 8gb, 256gb evr-l00
I have the evr-l00...
followed this instruction, changed the app gallery to china (region), even if the whole thing is in chinese, type in "Google Play" in the search box on the top of the page, hit enter, and there came Google Play Store.
Installed it... removed most of the chinese apps, installed all useful google apps, and that's it, viola!
still working perfectly up to now.
my only gripe with the chinese version (when used elsewhere, except china)... is that u will not be able to fully configure the mobile data limits as the 'region' and 'network providers' are all in chinese, for China-based networks.
Dear Amazing Tizen Developers,
I have had a quick look on here and am very enthused to see projects for porting google propriatary apps onto the samsung galaxy watches. (For example the google assistant app project)
I have a samsung galaxy watch active and I would like to see google fit reading the sensor data from my watch.
My android phone has both google fit and samsung health installed, however google fit integrates with a large number of apps, whereas samsung health barely integrates with anything.
Therefore I would like data to be taken directly from my watch to google fit.
I cannot sync data from samsung health to google fit as the data is recorded as 'not originating from google fit' and therefore cannot be used by the integrated apps.
I do not require google fit to run fully on the watch, only for the API to be sent the watch steps (and preferably heart rate) sensor data.
Have any of you attempted a project of this nature? Would anybody be willing to give it a go?
I am very happy to test and promote heavily when complete as there are many people like me who need google fit data for reward based apps.
Thank you very much in advance,
Anya
Hey! Great idea. I wondered the same about Google Fit and searched around. I came across this app called Health Sync. I just installed today and trying it out.
The app is in the Google play store.
"Sync between Samsung Health, Google Fit, Fibit, Polar, Garmin, Health Mate
Sync your health data between Google Fit and Samsung Health, or with Fitbit, Garmin, Withings (Health Mate) or Polar. Every 10 minutes or just a few times per day, you choose how often."
johninsf said:
Hey! Great idea. I wondered the same about Google Fit and searched around. I came across this app called Health Sync. I just installed today and trying it out.
The app is in the Google play store.
"Sync between Samsung Health, Google Fit, Fibit, Polar, Garmin, Health Mate
Sync your health data between Google Fit and Samsung Health, or with Fitbit, Garmin, Withings (Health Mate) or Polar. Every 10 minutes or just a few times per day, you choose how often."
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Firstly, thank you so much for replying and for giving this some thought. Unfortunately, HealthSync what what i was alluding to when I said we cannot sync data from samsung health across to google fit. This is because the data is marked as 'not originating from google fit'. Interestingly, this is exactly the same as other apps that send data to google fit, the data comes in with this mark and therefore cannot be used by apps that take data directly from google fit. (My example is the Vitality Insurance app, there's also a post on here which mentions the pokemon go app which does the same thing)
I don't know why they have this restriction, it's certainly very annoying because the HealthSync app is great and very reasonably priced.
Therefore we need something that hooks directly into the google fit API and sends the sensor data from the wearable directly into google fit, the app on the phone should then detect it as google fit activity data and allow it to be stored and transferred to other apps.
Looks like we really are looking at a development project.
Thanks for your interest anyway, hopefully we can find a resolution for this.
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Firstly, thank you so much for replying and for giving this some thought. Unfortunately, HealthSync what what i was alluding to when I said we cannot sync data from samsung health across to google fit. This is because the data is marked as 'not originating from google fit'. Interestingly, this is exactly the same as other apps that send data to google fit, the data comes in with this mark and therefore cannot be used by apps that take data directly from google fit. (My example is the Vitality Insurance app, there's also a post on here which mentions the pokemon go app which does the same thing)
I don't know why they have this restriction, it's certainly very annoying because the HealthSync app is great and very reasonably priced.
Therefore we need something that hooks directly into the google fit API and sends the sensor data from the wearable directly into google fit, the app on the phone should then detect it as google fit activity data and allow it to be stored and transferred to other apps.
Looks like we really are looking at a development project.
Thanks for your interest anyway, hopefully we can find a resolution for this.
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If you want google fit support on reading data from galaxy watch, I think you should write the letter to google fit team for the support.
torickray said:
If you want google fit support on reading data from galaxy watch, I think you should write the letter to google fit team for the support.
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First place I went. The big companies - Google, Samsung - don't care. That's why I reached out to the developer community in the hope that someone else would find this need as well and who would have the knowledge and experience to have a go at solving it. I'm a developer myself, I'd love to work on this. But I only have experience in desktop development so would need a lot of help from someone experienced in mobile and wearables.
Any updates on this idea? Did anyone work on this?
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Any updates on this idea? Did anyone work on this?
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Nobody got back to me on it. I've not had any success with any route so far. It's definitely a challenging development project.
I know people would be happy to pay for the feature though if someone was willing to try it.
Try the Health Sync app again. There might have been updates which should work for you.
I use this app to send my Galaxy Watch workouts/steps to Google Fit, which in turn is picked up (from Google Fit) to a few other services (e.g. Oura Ring). I don't see the indicator suggesting the info did not start at Google Fit.
I've only used this app for 3 months but it's been exactly what I need. Hopefully, this will work w/ your Insurance app.
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Try the Health Sync app again. There might have been updates which should work for you.
I use this app to send my Galaxy Watch workouts/steps to Google Fit, which in turn is picked up (from Google Fit) to a few other services (e.g. Oura Ring). I don't see the indicator suggesting the info did not start at Google Fit.
I've only used this app for 3 months but it's been exactly what I need. Hopefully, this will work w/ your Insurance app.
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Thanks for the thought, I installed it and tried it again for a week, several days running I did more than the necessary number of steps to be picked up by my insurance app, and healthsync transferred them to google fit.
But as before, they did not come through into the insuarance app.
So healthsync has not had sufficient updates to make this work yet
Still looking for ways to get samsung watch to directly send steps information to google fit API.
Did you try emailing health sync developer to see if they would consider syncing with your insurance app? They do a few 3rd party syncing. Probably not a big market for your insurance app but maybe not that hard for them.