Google Voice Search missing ? - Hero, G2 Touch Themes and Apps

Just had my phone back from repair, a T-Mobile G2 (Hero) here in the UK.
Obviously they has wiped the phone and I've been going through reinstalling all my apps.
But I can't find the Google Voice Search app. I even used barcode scanner from the UK Androilib website and it still wont find it.
Anyone else finding it missing suddenly ?

Just got my phone back from repair too and can't find it either. Sucks, I used it a lot!

Seems to be missing from most markets now. Looks like Google have pulled it.
Maybe in preparation for the new version of Google Maps with navigation software as on the Droid.
We can but hope.....

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Paid apps vanished as i watched

I was browsing the market last night and downloaded Greed, well i decided i wanted to buy the full version so opened the market back up and noticed all paid apps are gone, not just protected apps. I set it to view only paid apps in the market and it couldnt find any. I waited a 10 min and tried again, but now I dont even have the option to change views in the market. I'm on 5.0.2 from haykuro but i also checked the GF's phone and her paid apps are also gone on rc33. what's going on? i was thinking the release of cupcake might have something to do with it but since it said a may release i figured that's not it, but once i looked at the forums today i see it's being pushed out to some people. I'm on AT&T if that matters. Any ideas?
My paid apps have gone too. I thought it was because i'd changed builds a lot recently. I went back to stock rc7 -> rc8 and am now on rc9 and don't have the option to view paid apps anymore any ideas?
What carrier are you on? Im guessing you're in the UK so is the g1 from your carrier or is it unlocked. Its different than when you switch firmwares cuz usually when i switch to a jf build i lose protected apps only and just cant buy some apps . But now i cant see any unless i already bought them .
I'm on O2 UK. I have always been able to get paid apps in the past. I have the original SPL and original RC9 now. I am tempted to put Haykuro's build back on but i think i'll wait for the OTA cupcake. What carrier are you on ?
Im on AT&T so mines unlocked . Im hoping google isnt blocking paid apps now for those who arent on a carrier that has the phone .

[Q] HD7 Singtel Xplorer won't work!

Hi,
I am writing from Singapore and I got my HD7 last week.
The phone is working great except for the weak batt. However, 1 big issue i face is the navigation app by Telmap/Singtel call Singtel Xplorer will not work! I called Singtel multiple times but they are as blur as me!
I reinstall the app multiple times and hard reset like some others recommend. I can load the app and it went in to the disclaimer. After that it shows No Packages for ever at the Registration page.
SIngtel told me the app is registered under my name and I should get to use it. But i just cannot get pass the Registration page.
Anybody from SG got it to work pls throw me a msg or post here to help!!
I have it running well,but it is still in development mode. All i can see is both the about and screenshot columns. You may wanna bring it back to singtel. If you want pm me your contacts we can go out yumcha and i show it to you. Teas on you of course haha XD
This is a charge service, did you click on "Accept" button?
sennywolf said:
Hi,
I am writing from Singapore and I got my HD7 last week.
The phone is working great except for the weak batt. However, 1 big issue i face is the navigation app by Telmap/Singtel call Singtel Xplorer will not work! I called Singtel multiple times but they are as blur as me!
I reinstall the app multiple times and hard reset like some others recommend. I can load the app and it went in to the disclaimer. After that it shows No Packages for ever at the Registration page.
SIngtel told me the app is registered under my name and I should get to use it. But i just cannot get pass the Registration page.
Anybody from SG got it to work pls throw me a msg or post here to help!!
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Same problem earlier on . . .
But get it works after sending down to Tampines Mall Hello Shop, they told me FREE to use for 6 months.
After using for few time decide to abandon it, because very slow, laggy.
Hi to all kind bros!
Finally just got it activated. Apparently, SINGTEL SCREW UP!
they were so confused that they did not activate it for me at all and offered to escalate it to higher support.
I made a total of 6 calls to Singtel to complain before finally I received a notice on my phone that the service is activated!
Now I can use the app but still hoping for a navigation app like iGO8 that do not use data plan.
btw, HD7 rocks!!
Hi all,
I had the same problems for my LG Optimus 7, when it was first launched. I do not know how many times i had to call Singtel to sort the issue out. i was told at least on 2 occasions my package was not registered and they had to do it for me. It didnt work even after they told me to wait for 24-48hrs.
Multiple times they told me their technical staff would contact me. None did. One day, i tried the Xplorer and it finally worked. Couple days later, i recieved an sms from singtel to say they were still working on my issue. They didnt even call me to find out if it was working. Subsequently, about a week after that they called. Straight away i told them it was working.
I find the Xplorer lags tremendously. It also hangs when i zoom in to the maximum and after that i am not able to zoom out. I need to go back to the Home Page. Also frustrating it does not multitask. If for any reason you need to reply to an sms and you leave the Xplorer screen, it need to reload again. Start all from fresh.
I have been trying to find out to whom i could write to about all this issue. No luck. telmap site can never be loaded. So not sure what is the problem or even of their existence. I would not want to waste my time contacting Singtel, cos as a customer, i probably would be made waiting again.
I wonder if this problem is only for the WP7 OS. For other platforms such as the Iphone and Android do they phase similar problems. I think Singtel should provide us some form of means to provide feedback on the Apps they are releasing. of cos we want to see it working well. Soliciting our feedback would help them improve this app.
Hi all sg HD 7 Fans, I also bought HD7 2 days before. But the maps inside the phone was like only street no blk, and while the xplorer have to pay.
Do anyone have other free alternatives for GPS in SG?
I seriously suspecting that Singtel is blocking some functions of the "maps" cause it looks different from the one I see in the Manual (full Version one)

Google Wallet lock out (Secure Element not responding)

I seem to be locked out of Google Wallet on my Nexus S 4G. I have been GW for 4 months on custom roms with no issues. The other day when flashing a peter Alfonso ICS Rom (full wipe) and launching GW App i got the error message Secure Element Not Responding. Since then i have re wiped and re flashed, Unrooted to stock 2.3.7 and re rooted back to CM9 and i still get the error message on any rom i try whether i am rooted and un rooted.
I even tries a nandroid back up when GW was working and it still wont work.
Can anyone help me out. ?
You will need to make a phone call to Money Network or Google for a "master reset". I called the Money Network number last night (01/29/12) around 11pm and I am waiting for a call back from them.
This seems to be happening a lot to Galaxy Nexus owners. I think mine was a result of restoring wallet data from Titanium backup. I do not think Google Wallet should be included with ICS Gapps.
Luckily, our phone is officially supported, some Galaxy Nexus owners are getting pushback from Money Network/Google when requesting a master reset.
Here are the numbers listed on the Google Wallet "Contact Us" page:
For Google Wallet related questions contact google toll-free at 855-492-5538
For Google Prepaid Card questions contact Money Network at 855-896-0693
I feel like maybe I should have contacted the Google number as opposed to the Money Network number, the CSR said she had to contact Google. Maybe this will save a step. She said it can be 24-48 hours before someone contacts you. I will update this post with the number that calls me.
You mean this type of reset:
http://support.sprint.com/support/t...eset_Samsung_Nexus_S_4G_from_Google/25162-101 ?
Unfortunately no. This has to do with them resetting your Google Wallet account. They need your IMEI (MEID) number. I am waiting for a call back, I will keep you posted.
Nick N said:
Unfortunately no. This has to do with them resetting your Google Wallet account. They need your IMEI (MEID) number. I am waiting for a call back, I will keep you posted.
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Thanks .. awaiting your response !
Still no contact as of 3:45pm, maybe someone wants to try contacting Google using this method?:
http://support.google.com/wallet/bi...contact_policy&policy=mobile&test=country-US&
I would do it, but I do not want them to get annoyed since I am still in their 24-48 hour contact window.
I spoke to the Google Wallet team and there responce was it was a hardware issue and item needs to either be replaced or repaired by Sprint or Samsung. Not sure how it bacame a hardware issue ?
Anyways i took my phone to sprint repair and gonna pick it up at 5pm to see what they can do to fix.
Here is the response i got:
Re: [#955******] Follow-up to Google Wallet
Google Wallet Support [email protected]
1:37 PM (2 hours ago)
to me
Hi Nathan,
Thank you for calling Google Wallet. To have the secure element looked at
for assistance, I suggest contact a Sprint Service shop for this matter.
With the Secure Element not responding, its a matter with the hardware of
the device.
It was a pleasure assisting you today. Feel free to contact us again if
you have any additional questions regarding Google Wallet or visit our
Help Center at http://www.google.com/support/wallet
Sincerely,
Paul
The Google Wallet Team
Any updates? I am still waiting for my call.
Went back to sprint store this evening and they said they did a master reset and the problem was still there.
They offered me a replacement phone (refurbished) which will come in 3 days. They also told me they don't know what the problem is or how it occurred.
I don't know what caused this but I'm gonna avoid using g wallet on my replacement till there is a fix.
Really a strange issue that google wallet is malfunctioning the hardware !
At least you will get a replacement!
2 questions:
1. Did you use an ICS Rom (I think the answer is yes);
2. Did you use Titanium Backup to backup Google Wallet?
There is absolutely nothing a sprint store could do to fix that.
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using XDA App
I'm real happy I got a replacement since phone was 6 months old and was pretty beat up.
1: I did use several ICS ROM's
2:I usually back up all my apps but I don't think the google apps get backed when doing a batch back up with titanium backup so not sure
Money Network called, gave me a few BS steps (remove battery, turn on and off NFC setting, wait 5 minutes). She said if that doesn't work I need a new phone.
it happens when moving between ics and gb roms since rooting could mess with the money... it happened to me a while ago when i unrooted and updated back to 2.3.7 from 2.3.5 but i have a asurion replacement phone so asurion has no problem sending me a phone when this happens...
Try to disable NFC, start wallet, and re-enable it (possibly wiping the wallet app data from app management between the steps). I did get the "secure element stopped responding"-message too (after using the internal wallet wipe function), but it seems it was just a really nasty kind of driver crash and it started working after I messed around a bit. (It did not work after just a Factory Data Reset if I remember correctly!)
So I used the Samsung PC tool to flash stock 2.3.4 on my phone, activated it and signed in. Here are some of my test results:
2.3.4 - Allowed me to download Wallet but said hardware was not supported.
2.3.5 - When activating the NFC it gave me an error
2.3.7 - Secure Element message.
I was able to get to the Google Wallet setup screen by frantically tapping the lock button in the top right corner when on the main page with the offers, payment cards, and transactions. It allowed me to select my account and sent me an email but kept throwing the Secure Element message, which can be bypassed by pressing the search button.
Tried to add a prepaid card... it acted like it wanted to but ending up showing an error adding card message.
When I tried to use the reset feature within the Wallet app it pretends like it resets but it does not.
Nick N said:
So I used the Samsung PC tool to flash stock 2.3.4 on my phone, activated it and signed in. Here are some of my test results:
2.3.4 - Allowed me to download Wallet but said hardware was not supported.
2.3.5 - When activating the NFC it gave me an error
2.3.7 - Secure Element message.
I was able to get to the Google Wallet setup screen by frantically tapping the lock button in the top right corner when on the main page with the offers, payment cards, and transactions. It allowed me to select my account and sent me an email but kept throwing the Secure Element message, which can be bypassed by pressing the search button.
Tried to add a prepaid card... it acted like it wanted to but ending up showing an error adding card message.
When I tried to use the reset feature within the Wallet app it pretends like it resets but it does not.
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Alright listen carefully. Sprint support and even money network, from my experience, understand nothing when it comes to rooting. On a completely stock phone the issue would be hardware. In this case I'm not convinced. Have u done the msl reset? Use 786 and if that gets u to triangle use the sctrn number which is 72786, then 786. Know that 786 will wipe it internal storage so backup to comp. The point is to wipe so utterly then go to recovery and flash wipe all zip then flash latest vhgomez lota or whatever from, make sure u flash the radio, then bootuo, run thru setup, let it program/activate your phone, once that's all done try wallet and report here.
Goodluck!
PS going stock does not do this kind of wipe if I recall correctly, nor would the sprint store. Not right anyway.
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janspambox said:
Try to disable NFC, start wallet, and re-enable it (possibly wiping the wallet app data from app management between the steps). I did get the "secure element stopped responding"-message too (after using the internal wallet wipe function), but it seems it was just a really nasty kind of driver crash and it started working after I messed around a bit. (It did not work after just a Factory Data Reset if I remember correctly!)
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So, it is NOT a hardware issue and somehow fixable. I wish you remembered exactly what you did and started working again.
Not getting a error but it will not let me in google wallet
I was on CM9 and went back to a old NAD back up to stock and pulled the 4.0.4 OTA. Google wallet won't let me in now. I called the google # they asked me same stuff. Asked me my MSID and told me that she would send it up the line and I will get a email about it.
Secure Element Error Message
The NFC transmits information from the secure element. They are both different chips within the phone. If the secure element breaks, NFC will still work, but you will not be able to use Google Wallet on the phone anymore.
The "Secure Element" works closely with the NFC Chip as a security feature. When it is tampered physically or with software (rooting and perhaps changing ROMS), it is set up to destroy itself. When it is destroyed, the only solution is to replace the phone. (Factory Data Reset, unrooted, and revert back to stock will not fix the problem).
Google Tech Support sends a typical email to owners who ends up having this error message:
"We strongly discourage gaining system-level "root" access to your phone if you plan to use Google Wallet. We are unable to support devices with unauthorized operating systems as the security layers of the device may be limited.
If you have other questions, please reply to this email and I'll be happy to help."
I hear it is about 50% hit and miss on rooted phones depending on what owners do with their phones. So, with that said, I would suggest you, as rooted owners stick with the SAME ROM all the way if you want to use Google Wallet. The Secure Element have only 1 life, not "9 lives". You are on your own discretion / risk.
Google will replace the Galaxy Nexus phones for free as long it is stock and not rooted.
Unlocked Galaxy Nexus phones are on sale via Google Play for $399, no contract.
---Sharmy

App no longer working

I wonder if anyone can help me. A friend has a HTC One M7 phone that he used to be able to use an app called Auto Answer, it automatically answers a call with his Bluetooth headset. For some reason the auto answer app has now stopped working, it doesn’t auto answer at all (just keeps ringing). I’m not sure if this is due to a firmware/software update or something else. He is on Vodafone (UK – its locked to it too I think) and it has Vodafone branded firmware, I’m not sure what version he is on I would imagine 4.4.2 or 4.4.4, it was up to date with the latest firmware when I last used it, fairly sure it wasn't 5.0 though (pretty sure his phone is a single sim version, I heard it was only available for dual sim versions?).
I have tried various apps to auto answer but they either don’t work or actually crash when they are supposed to answer. I only see him once a week and he hasn’t brought his phone with him this week so can’t give much detail at the moment. He uses auto answer because he can’t move his arms to answer his phone, so it gives him a small piece of independence to be able to answer the phone.
I tried doing a factory reset and it didn’t fix the problem. I didn't want to mess around with it trying it install roms incase I mess something up, I've not used a HTC phone before but have installed a few roms on Samsung phones.
Just wondering if anyone has heard of this problem before, did they lock something in Kitkat that makes it so you can't auto answer (phone isn't rooted just stock) it wouldn't matter what rom he had on there only that the bluetooth auto answer thing works.
The app he had on his phone that worked a few months ago looked like an older version (infact I don't know where it came from since it didn't seem to be in his google play apps list) of this one : https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mathalogic.autoanswer&hl=en I uninstalled that and installed this updated one, but no luck.

No Find my phone Verizon

Got a notification from Bixby today about setting up find my phone from Samsung. Went to do that and its not there. Verizon removed it because they offer a pay service that does the same. I know people have done system dumps, but i'm wondering has anyone added this feature back to phone that it was removed from?
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Got a notification from Bixby today about setting up find my phone from Samsung. Went to do that and its not there. Verizon removed it because they offer a pay service that does the same. I know people have done system dumps, but i'm wondering has anyone added this feature back to phone that it was removed from?
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just go to play store and download android device manager/ find my phone from google
I have that solution but from what I've researched the Samsung one can turn on the location if it's been turned off to facilitate finding the device.
I always use Cerberus and disable find my device. Have for yrs.
daytonboi said:
I have that solution but from what I've researched the Samsung one can turn on the location if it's been turned off to facilitate finding the device.
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How does this even make sense? How would a device get a command to turn on if it's off? Also, no this isn't a feature for Samsung Find My Phone; it does have other neat features though

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