nu2andy said:

Does Samsung Touchwiz allow you to control any changes?

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touchwiz? thats very old. samsung now uses OneUI. and what do you mean by "control any changes"?

both touchwiz and OneUI are just samsung's launcher that they put on top of the android os to make it look and fell different from other manufacturers. i dislike OneUI so i use the Nova launcher that you can get in the play store.

mukyfylu said:

If you're looking for top-down racing games similar to Reckless Racing and Mini Moto Racing, here are a few recommendations:

1. Thumb Drift - A unique racing game where you control your car by drifting and sliding your thumb across the screen. It offers various tracks, challenging obstacles, and a wide selection of cars to unlock.
2. Horizon Chase - Inspired by classic arcade racing games, Horizon Chase offers fast-paced top-down racing with retro-style graphics. It features a nostalgic soundtrack, multiple game modes, and a wide range of tracks from different locations around the world.
3. Table Top Racing - This game combines top-down racing with elements of combat. Drive miniature cars on creative tracks and use weapons and power-ups to take down your opponents. It offers various game modes and customization options for your vehicles.
4. Pico Rally - Experience retro-style top-down racing with a pixel art aesthetic. Pico Rally features challenging tracks, different weather conditions, and a variety of cars to choose from. It offers both single-player and multiplayer modes for some competitive racing action.
5. Riptide GP: Renegade - Although not strictly top-down, Riptide GP: Renegade offers thrilling jet ski racing with a similar perspective. Race through futuristic waterways, perform stunts, and compete against AI opponents in a story-driven career mode.

These games should provide you with enjoyable racing experiences without the limitations of fuel systems or the gameplay styles you mentioned avoiding.

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Be advised that you are responding to a thread that is over five years old. I doubt seriously if they are still looking or still active on these forums.

AugieTN said:

Their coverage map looks terrible, unless I'm looking at it wrong: Freedom Mobile | Network Coverage - Nationwide Cell Phone Signal Map

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I looks about right for Canada. Especially as most of the population lives in the south, and often within 100km of the US border. And the population of Canada is about half that of the UK. If you're up in the northern wildernesses of Canada, it's best if you have a satellite phone.

I discovered this!
After trouble shooting everything I can think of resetting the connection via Phonax app, I put my moto to safe mode, I went to the Phonax And clear the cache. It worked wonders - in case if anyone was wondering.

maker5 said:

Looks stuning! I want to play it

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It's now available for FREE on Google Play, enjoy!

I have never had that question as response.

noshabarehman said:

I am also searching for it..

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"It" being the software suggest above? It is very easy to find at the play store and possibly at apkmirror.com and/or Apkpure.com

Netbase said:

Hi

I have a Samsung A23, (will be buying additional 49 after this is figured out and configured) I want to remove all software on it, add 1 communication app to the main screen (which will work via wifi) there will not be any sim card installed, I want to block/disable any installations of apps etc , including social media, browsing the web, and giving the user the phone without a google account on it (don't mind using one to implement this, then removing it), the mobile will be used only for corporate use, to receive and make calls, hence the reason for this

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

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Sounds like Knox Manage might be useful for this. That's what Samsung designed it for, managing corporate use devices.

The QPST (Qualcomm Product Support Tools) is a software suite developed by Qualcomm for various tasks related to Qualcomm chipset-based devices, such as programming, diagnostics, and firmware updates. The "Service Programming Error" message you encountered indicates that there was an issue while attempting to program or configure a device using QPST.

Here are a few suggestions to troubleshoot the QPST Service Programming Error:

1. Check device compatibility: Ensure that the device you are attempting to program is supported by the version of QPST you are using. Different versions of QPST may have varying levels of compatibility with different devices.
2. USB drivers: Verify that the correct USB drivers for your device are installed on your computer. Without the proper drivers, QPST may not be able to communicate with the device correctly.
3. Port configuration: Open the QPST Configuration application and go to the "Ports" tab. Make sure the appropriate COM port is selected for your device. If the correct COM port is not listed, you may need to reinstall the USB drivers or troubleshoot your device's connectivity.
4. Restart devices: Try restarting both your computer and the device you are trying to program. Sometimes, a simple restart can resolve temporary communication issues.
5. Firewall and antivirus: Temporarily disable any firewall or antivirus software on your computer. In some cases, these security measures can interfere with the QPST software's communication with the device.
6. Reinstall QPST: If none of the above steps work, try uninstalling QPST and reinstalling it from a trusted source. Make sure you are using the latest version available.

If the issue persists after trying these steps, it may be helpful to consult the documentation or support resources provided by Qualcomm or the device manufacturer for further assistance. They may have specific troubleshooting steps or recommendations tailored to your device or situation.

Georgegaytan said:

If there are problems with adding a photo to the phone, then I would advise you to check whether you have enough free memory.

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did you not read the op? he was referring to web pages......so its not the phone and it has nothing to do with storage space.

isratjahan said:

So sad to know this.

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to know what? what is so sad?

I got my new glasses this afternoon. The correction is so drastically different in the left lenes that they make me a bit dizzy. I'm basically three and a half hours into wearing them. It was just terrible at first and I contemplated wearing my old glasses so I could safely drive home. My brain is starting to figure it out now. A sudden change in distance, for just a fraction of time, is awkward but then is fine. It took my left eye three years for the its vision to degrade to such an extent. It will take a bit of time for the correction to be accepted. I'm guessing it will be just as awkward when the cataract is removed.

Has anyone here had cataract surgery? I have briefly talked to two people that have had the surgery and they spoke well of the procedure and results. I'm not exactly certain what I'm in for but I'm looking forward to it.

nope, you will need to get that button repaired first. check ifixit.com or have a professional repair the phone.

maybe taskers.....but why not just make sure that your google account is sync'd? google backs up your contacts thru the cloud.

Thank you my Darling Clementine!

Thanks Syica. I will look into that first one [Easy Contact] you recommended.

> just saw that is a phone-to cloud-to phone backup. I want to backup to my computer; the I could then restore it to the same phone or a new phone as I wanted. I definitely do not want to put it on cloud somewhere. But I appreciate your replying.

Just to conclude this thread, I didn't get time to figure out why my phone wouldn't flash, so I just left it. Then miraculously a week ago the Settings seemed to just start working again! I hadn't done any updates or tinkered with anything they just started opening again. Baffling.
Thanks for everyone's help.

And back then HTCs would have had a cache partition (I don't know whether the current ones do because it's a long time since I've even seen one. Ironically, after a long hiatus, they've just announced a reasonably-priced, reasonably-specced U23, but I left them when they started only making large phones and this one has the same problem).

switabh said:

How much time does it take to get stable update when I opt out of android beta programme?

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that question kind of depends on development. here is the tentative schedule for android 14:

What phone do you have? I can turn on these things with one swipe and one touch (same for 11, 12, 13), but these things do depend on the manufacturer. I think Pixels have an extra step for WiFi/Data because they have these behind a generic "internet" button on the notification slide, but I thought BT was still just a simple (and large) toggle button.

Anyway why the heck are you fiddling with these things when driving (even when stopped)? Most people will just leave them on anyway, so I suspect the impact on most users is less than you think.

Incidentally, since you are new here:
1) welcome to the forum!
2) just in case you don't know, this is a forum for android users, it's not run by or affiliated to Google. So you can ask questions or just vent about frustrations here, but Google won't take any notice (though to be fair there's no evidence that they take any notice when people contact them directly either ).

have you looked in the play store? there are plenty of encryption apps available:

what kinds of data are we talking about? passwords? certain files or folders?

mikedt said:

If I had friends who were that shallow and petty, quite frankly I'd be looking for some new friends.

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yes..

Oh On topic: Since my steaming cuts off like twenty minutes, but I am glad they last over about an hour and half,but I am wondering if there is a groovy Youtube downloader for my windows for converter, not looking for worms or anything bigger then Demin showing off the legs, kind of deal, but I am looking for that classy lady look that cannot bring you down, of a downloader converter for it, any recommendations, again not looking for anything warm.

Android network programming involves developing applications that interact with network services and APIs on Android devices. It allows you to establish network connections, send and receive data over the network, and handle various network-related tasks.

Here are some key concepts and components related to Android network programming:

1. Networking APIs: Android provides a set of networking APIs to facilitate network communication. The primary networking classes are part of the java.net package and include classes like URL, URLConnection, HttpURLConnection, Socket, and ServerSocket.
2. Internet permission: To access the network in your Android application, you need to declare the INTERNET permission in the Android manifest file.
3. AsyncTask: When performing network operations, it's crucial to avoid blocking the main UI thread. The AsyncTask class allows you to perform background network tasks asynchronously and update the UI when the task completes.
4. HTTP communication: Android supports HTTP communication through the HttpURLConnection class or third-party libraries like OkHttp or Volley. You can use these classes to make HTTP requests (GET, POST, PUT, DELETE) to a remote server and process the responses.
5. JSON and XML parsing: Often, network responses are in JSON or XML format. Android provides libraries such as JSONObject, JSONArray, and XmlPullParser to parse and extract data from these formats.
6. WebSockets: WebSockets enable full-duplex communication between a client and a server over a single, long-lived connection. The java.net package provides classes like WebSocket and WebSocketFactory for WebSocket programming.
7. Network security: Android offers features to ensure secure network communication, including support for SSL/TLS encryption, certificate pinning, and secure connection protocols.
8. Network connectivity and status monitoring: You can check the network connectivity status using the ConnectivityManager class. This allows you to handle scenarios when the device switches between different network types or loses connectivity.
9. Background services: For long-running network operations, you might consider using background services or foreground services, depending on the requirements of your application.
10. Networking libraries: Several third-party libraries, like Retrofit, Volley, and OkHttp, provide higher-level abstractions and simplify network programming in Android by offering features such as request queuing, caching, and easier API integration.

When working with network programming in Android, it's essential to handle network-related tasks asynchronously, handle exceptions gracefully, and ensure proper error handling to provide a smooth user experience.

When you take into consideration how your phone updates its time that might help you find a solution to your query. Periodically and regularly a script runs to sync your phone's day/date/time service to some preset online time server, essentially similar to how your PC updates itself. Using a VPN alters online connectivity so yeah, you can predetermine the time based on its locale-based IP address, but that's not the sole issue to consider. Those online time servers are all maintaining UTC (Universal Coordinated Time), the exact time that's supplied by an atomic clock in Greenwich, U.K. All our PCs and mobile devices then sync themselves to UTC, with their respective operating systems all converting the UTC day/date/time to whichever is appropriate for all our particular locations. So when your phone is connected online via a VPN, it's the same UTC there as where your standing -- it's your phone you need to look into, not the external influences that are involved.
Try using what @Dannydet suggested, the Tasker app is quite capable doing what its designed to do.

In your instance, you'll need to set up a routine to open up Settings, go the System settings menu, open the Date & time menu, disable Set time automatically, disable Set time zone automatically, then manually bump the time two hours ahead (that step will be be the trickiest to do). Depending on your phone, it may vary on how your Settings menu is arranged. You'll need to set up a second less involved routine to just enable Set time automatically and Set time zone automatically again so your phone will start re-syncing itself again.
The Tasker app it's just an app you install from the Play Store and it will just be using the same Settings app you interact with. If you opt to set up your own crafted Python script, your phone will need to be rooted as you're going to need to disable and alter integral time updating services that automatically run at system-level.