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    How To Automate Opening Of App?

    Hi, I have a question about about automating a task on my Amazon Fire Stick 4k. To explain, I have rooted my Amazon Fire Stick 4k and replaced the launcher and I'm trying to figure out if there is a way to create a sequence of events (maybe it's called a tasker?) where I would like to either a)...
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    Easiest Windows Android Emulator For Particular Application

    Hello, I am trying to determine the simplest and easiest to install Windows Android emulator for my particular application. My parents don't have a smartphone, but they recently purchased a smartplug for one their electrical heaters, and the only way to remotely control the smartplug is via an...
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    Need Suggestions For A Number Of Apps For Android TV

    Hello, I have installed a custom ROM (6.0.1 w/ root access, etc) on my Android TV device (Google ADT-1) and I have some general Android questions (I think they are general questions) about adding some specific apps, as well as customizing the view on my TV. Here are my questions: - Can...
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    'Best' or 'Favorite' Android Stick & Console Computer Hardware?

    Has anybody started a thread with their 'best' or 'favorite' Android Stick & Console Computer hardware? I currently have a Google ADT-1 (w/ PureNexus), but I'm looking to sell this and upgrade in favor of something newer. I guess I'm looking for suggestions based upon cost, performance, support...
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    Android Media Hub Display Problem

    Hi, I have an Android media hub (Android 5.1.1) and I'm having a display or web UI question / problem. If you look at the attached screen shot, you can see that app shortcuts are covered up by the + sign. For some reason this just started and I can't figure out how to correct. It was working...
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    Looking for Cheap Tablet This Is Easy To Root

    Hello, Can anyone recommend a cheap (maybe a no-name) tablet that is easy to root and is something I can just have around my home that I will use to stream music to my stereo, use as an alarm clock, etc (mostly just use for media) It doesn't necessarily need to support the latest Android...
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    Looking For VPN App That Does Not Require Device Security

    Are there any Android VPN apps which do not require you to lock or a password on your phone? I'm trying to setup up a PPTP connection (yes, I know - it's slow and not the most secure) using the built in VPN client (under Wireless & networks), but it is telling me I need some type of security on...
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    Best Method To Transfer SMS/MMS Between Devices

    Hello, I'm trying to figure out the best way to transfer my sms/mms messages from one Android phone to another. Here is my setup: Nexus 6 (Android version 7.0 - rooted) ==> Google Pixel XL (Android version 7.1.1 - unrooted Verizon) Normally I would use MyBackup Pro to do the transfer, but...
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    Can The Verizon Google Pixel XL Actually Be Rooted?

    Hello, In different locations on the 'net', I read that the Verizon Google Pixel XL cannot be rooted because the bootloader is locked. Can someone clarify if this is true? I just received a brand new Pixel XL from Verizon, but have not connected it to WiFi and have not yet activated my...
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    Problems Installing BusyBox

    Hello, I am trying to use an app (MyBackup Pro) which indicates that 'busybox' is not installed or out of date. When I go to install from the Play Store, it attempts to install Busybox 1.26.2 into /system/xbin. However, when I select 'Install', it indicates the installation of Busybox was not...
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    Help SGH-T989 reboots on 'twrp' screen - how to fix?

    Hello, I followed this root procedure for my Samsung S2 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2195283) and everything works like a charm - although I did need to use the open source Superuser.zip instead of su-3.0.5-efgh-signed.zip. Now I have a new problem: - I believe I stopped at...
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    Looking for Android streaming device for use with Xfinity TV

    Hello, As some of you know, Comcast offers the ability to watch / stream live TV (Xfinity TV) on up to 5 devices within your home - these include, iOS, Android, and PC based devices. Unfortunately this is not supported on Roku, AppleTV, etc. Rather than lease additional X1 set top boxes for...
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    [Q] Looking For Suggestions On Sprint Phablets

    Hello, I plan to switch from T-Mobile to Sprint after being with T-Mobile for almost 10 years. The 2 main reasons I'm looking to switch from T-Mobile to Sprint, is that Sprint is the only other provider that offer native WiFi calling (not Skype, etc) and also have a much better 4G network...
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    How To Send TuneIn Radio On Android Device To A/V Receiver?

    Hello, After searching and reading forums, I'm trying to figure out how to stream / send the audio from TuneIn Radio on my Android phone (Samsung Note 3 on T-Mobile) over WiFi in my home to my Yamaha A/V receiver (HTR-4065) that supports DLNA and AirPlay. Has anyone figured out a solution to...
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    Help MMS messages did not transfer from S2 to Note 3 using Kies

    Hello, I recently upgraded to a Galaxy Note 3 from a Galaxy S2 (T-Mobile USA) and I have a question about transferring text messages. I backed up all of my text messages on my S2 using Kies, and then I restored the text messages to my Note 3 using Kies 3. All of the messages transferred just...
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    Help How to keep an application continuouly running in memory?

    Hello, I'm trying to figure out how to keep a particular app continuously running in the background on my T-Mobile Galaxy S2. Here is what I'm trying to do - I have downloaded 'AlarmDroid' and have set my morning alarm. The problem is that the application must stay open in memory in order for...
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    Questions regarding tethering or access point - Bell Canada

    Hello, I have questions relating to tethering / access point configuration on the Galaxy S in Canada on the Bell network (this is to help my parents). First of all: - can or does the Galaxy S be configured as a WiFi access point? Is there there a built in client, or can one be downloaded...
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    Help How to transfer files between PC and S2?

    Hi, I recently purchased a S2 from T-Mobile and I have a question about transferring files (pictures, MP3s, etc) between the S2 and my PC. Right now, the only way I can tell to do this is wirelessly using Kies Air. Is there any way to do this 'wired', i.e. using a USB to micro USB cable? I...
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    Question regarding audio cables for automobile

    Hello I recently purchased a Galaxy S2 and now I have questions about audio cables and connecting it to my car's integrated audio system. Currently, I have a 2008 BMW and in the console, it has a 3.5mm jack and USB port (and also comes with an iPhone cable). As it stands, I can use a USB...
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    Looking for restaurant app that lists discounts or specials

    Hi everyone, I'm wondering if anyone can tell me if there is a restaurant coupon app? For example, my girlfriend and I like to frequently eat out, but we can never make up our mind about where to go out what to eat. I'm wondering if there is an app that uses the GPS functionality of my...
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    Hi and welcom

    Hi everyone, I am so excited as I just purchased my first Android phone... a Samsung Galaxy S II which I purchased on Friday. I was previously a Blackberry user and could not wait to make the switch over to get out of the dark ages. Cheers
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