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Deleted files

The limited recovery capability of apps for photos from 2022 and 2023 is not due to Android updates encrypting deleted files. It is primarily because as time passes and new data is written to the device, the chances of successful recovery decrease. To increase your chances of recovering deleted photos:
  1. Act quickly after deletion.
  2. Use reputable data recovery software.
  3. Consider rooting your device for better recovery results (but be aware of the risks).
  4. Check if your deleted photos are available in cloud backups or other backup solutions.
Remember to regularly back up your important data to avoid permanent loss.

Battery Manager in Android

Java:
IntentFilter ifilter = new IntentFilter(Intent.ACTION_BATTERY_CHANGED);
        final Intent batteryStatus = registerReceiver(null, ifilter);

        // Are we charging / charged?
        int status = batteryStatus.getIntExtra(BatteryManager.EXTRA_STATUS, -1);
        boolean isCharging = status == BatteryManager.BATTERY_STATUS_CHARGING ||
                status == BatteryManager.BATTERY_STATUS_FULL;

        // How are we charging?
        int chargePlug = batteryStatus.getIntExtra(BatteryManager.EXTRA_PLUGGED, -1);
        boolean usbCharge = (chargePlug == BatteryManager.BATTERY_PLUGGED_USB);
        boolean acCharge = (chargePlug == BatteryManager.BATTERY_PLUGGED_AC);


When the device is connected to USB, it still shows usbCharge = false, while at that time acCharge is shown as true.
Moreover, while assigning the value of chargePlug here, it is either assigning 0 or 1, no other value. Why is it so?

Help Warranty Exchange within 30 days

I understand that it may be a loss for the store, but it is also for the customer. I bought a brand new phone and had issues with it right off the bat. I had it replaced through the warranty and was sent a refurbished phone. How is that my problem that the phone was defective? Why shouldn't I receive a brand new phone when that is what I paid for. Sounds a bit one sided to me.
what phone do you have? where did you buy the phone? i usually buy my phones from Best Buy. if it was just purchased, they would have just replaced it with a new one. if you use Geek Squad protection than you might get a refurbished phone.

[APP] Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper

Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper

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Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper immerses you in the enchanting beauty of breathtaking scenic mountains and transparent lakes. Watch as the morning sun rays penetrate through dense evergreen forests on the slopes of mighty mountains. Feel the coolness of the perfectly clear lake that captivates with its unique beauty. With this app, you get access to these mountain live wallpapers completely free, every day and everywhere!

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Now you can indulge in meditation enriched with beautiful mountain landscapes and relaxing nature sounds anytime, anywhere. Simply double-tap anywhere on the empty screen to play/pause the nature sounds (very quick double-tap).

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This Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper app offers you an unparalleled opportunity to enjoy picturesque mountain landscapes and create an atmosphere of relaxation and harmony on your device. You can customize your own unique decor by choosing from a wide variety of glitter live wallpapers with extensive settings.

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By downloading Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper, you'll get more than just wallpapers. It offers you the magic of sparkle and shine to turn your screen into a true masterpiece. For those who appreciate beauty and elegance, glitter live wallpaper creates a unique effect that transforms your device into a work of art.

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Travel through different times of the day and enjoy the changing atmosphere with Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper. Whether it's dawn, noon, sunset rays, or night, the lighting effects will change throughout the day, giving you a sense of presence in magical mountain landscapes.

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Features of Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper:
  • Detailed settings that allow customization down to the smallest details.
  • Automatic background change with the passage of time to create a realistic atmosphere.
  • Enjoy relaxing nature sounds and the singing of nightingales that can be played or paused with a quick double-tap.
  • Magical flickering fireflies that add a glowing effect to this glitter wallpaper.
  • Animated sky, clouds, and rainbow that create a unique atmosphere.
  • Dynamic reflection of the sky in the water, providing a sense of presence.
  • Moving 3D camera that creates a depth effect.
  • Animated butterflies flapping their wings, adding liveliness.
  • Floating balloons softly drifting through the sky.
  • Shining stars and meteors that add a romantic touch.
  • Efficient battery usage so you can enjoy this beauty for as long as possible.
  • High-quality textures for maximum detail.
  • 3D parallax effect that adds depth to the image.
  • Three types of animated birds for added realism.
Install Glitter Lake Live Wallpaper now and transform your device into a window to the magnificent world of mountains and lakes. Allow yourself to enjoy the glitter, sparkle, and beauty of glitter live wallpaper wherever you are.

Apple Watch Chronograph Dial Widget

So some app can be downloaded for free from the Google app store? That's not news; that describes millions of apps! I'm guessing this is your app? Tell us about your app, and what it does, and why you made it.

Don't listen to your PR department! PR departments don't want to say anything real. They think that pretty pictures and flowery language are better than telling people about the product they're selling. But you're not a PR department, you're a developer. You developed this app, and you developed it for a reason. It deserves better than a mere pretty picture.

Change email address for OneDrive syncing

I can't change my email address in my Gallery settings (See attached screenshot).
I've tried this a few times and it doesn't work (Samsung Gallery and OneDrive (microsoft.com)).
All I want to do is change the email address listed in the "Sync with OneDrive".
Android has no problem syncing everything else that OneDrive (files, etc. because I'm logged in correctly to OneDrive. It's just Gallery that has it wrong).

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I Have this EXACT same problem man. I've gone through and completely tried every possible setting, reinstall, repairing, and making sure the onedrive account is correct and logged on. Still, it shows the same old email address that's not even connected to anything and I can't change this in Gallery. I'm at my wits end

Techmatte

so techmatte is the website:Screen Protectors, Car Mounts, Apple Pencils & More

and amfilm is the protector you bought:

just to make clear for other folks..

and just an fyi amazon also have amfilm protectors for the s23+:
amFilm [2+2 Pack Samsung Galaxy S23+/S23 Plus 6.6'' Privacy Screen Protector with Camera Lens Protector

Help What app notification icon is this?

just look in the notification pull down to see what it is.......oh wait.....this is not your phone. you can just ask the person, but i guess that is not an easy thing to do.

just so you know, we get this question every day. and 9 times out of 10 the question never gets fully answered. the problem is that there are thousand of apps that uses a heart icon as its notification icon. and yes there are some dating apps that use it. but majority of the ones i have seen are for health and well being AND NOT DATING APPS. so unless it is something like youtube or facebook, majority of these questions goes unanswered.

Upgrade From Android 5.1 To Android 9.0 On ZTE N9518

There are other AOSP ROMs apart from Lineage, but that's just a quibble, because if there is no ROM development for your phone it doesn't matter what development there is for other phones as that won't help you ;).
It Wasn't A Rant! p.s What Could I Upgrade To Then? I Need Android 7.0 Or Newer And I Don't Want To Buy A Brand New Phone Because It's Worth Spending More On A PC Than A Mobile Device And However, It's Okay If I Could Get Android 6.0 Max Or Just Stick With Android 5.1 And It's Battery Can Last For 1 Day!
As others have said, the Android version number doesn't matter: if you have no updates available from the manufacturer and there is no development and no root for your phone then there is no upgrade option whatsoever.

But you certainly can buy a phone for less than a PC: it's perfectly possible to find budget phones from reputable manufacturers new from ~€/£/$130 or so, without any network subsidy, and there's no way you can buy a new PC for that price (or if you can I don't think I'd want to take the risk of plugging it in!).

However since this is an old CDMA handset it's possible that you can only use handsets which your provider approves (some of your providers in the States are weirdly controlling). So I can't offer any specific advice because I don't know what handsets are available to you. But if you can't buy a phone that isn't significantly cheaper than a PC you are with the wrong provider.

Mods Please Delete This

There's no need to remove the original question and ask for a thread to be deleted once you get an answer. The purpose of the forum is to provide help to others, so if you leave the question in place someone else with the same problem can find it and the solution. Whereas if you remove the question and ask for the thread to be deleted anyone else who has the problem in future has to ask again (and, if the right person doesn't see it, maybe not get an answer).

Help Stop apps from auto starting

Xfinity is an ISP
Yes, and it has a mobile app in Google play. I tried calling them. It's virtually impossible to contact them except by a chatbot, unless you can supply a zip code in their coverage area. Maybe someone can post a zip code so I can get past that roadblock to their customer service
Xfinity is an ISP isn't it, rather than an app? This looks to me like pop-up ads for products and services, such as Xfinity and Audible, rather than apps actually opening on your phone.

I'd guess you've got some adware installed on your phone that might have come with some "free" app or game you installed possibly?
Is it a US carrier version phone you've got there? Because I've read reports on AF of pre-installed adware on those devices.
I've had this model of phone for years, so I would think an app rather than pre-installed is likely the source.
I can accept in-app ads, but this is not acceptable.

Can someone recommend a way to export a list of installed apps so I can begin sorting out which one may be responsible, like posting the list to get answers or advice?

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