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If you want the ability to swipe left/right on your contacts from the contacts app to go messaging/direct call then you can try out the Mesmerize's Contacts app. I've tried it out and the Contacts app works on the Fascinate and has the missing Swiping features.
Attached is a .rar containing "Contacts.apk" and "Contacts.odex" directly from the Mesmerize System Dump for those as well as a "Contacts.apk" that I deodexed and zipaligned in a folder in the .rar.
*Edit: According to Flipsoul, the .odex version doesn't work, so stick with the deodexed one in the folder, if you are still using an odexed system, rename or remove the Contacts.odex to get the app to work.
I take no responsibility for any damage you may do your phone, and enjoy the app.
Awesome, thanks. I liked that on the vibrant. Is the browser usable?
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Not to bubble burst but that's built into the Fascinate out of the box too. Some of you guys running clean ROM's et al might have lost this but it was there and still is if you didnt get rid of it
Nope, I've never flashed any ROM over my /system other than to update to DI01, my /system apps are stock, only mods I've done is deodex/zipalign it myself, and I never had the swipe to Call/Message before. So unless DIO1 removed that functionality, I'm confident to say I never had the feature until I applied the Mesmerize Contacts.apk
Saps, maybe you meant swiping from the text messenging app and from phone, because yes I've always been able to swipe from those, but never Contacts app.
I just got my fascinate and all I have done is root it. Still using stock rom and I DO have that functionality, I can swipe left/right and get the message call stuff, just tried it
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Nope, I've never flashed any ROM over my /system other than to update to DI01, my /system apps are stock, only mods I've done is deodex/zipalign it myself, and I never had the swipe to Call/Message before. So unless DIO1 removed that functionality, I'm confident to say I never had the feature until I applied the Mesmerize Contacts.apk
Saps, maybe you meant swiping from the text messenging app and from phone, because yes I've always been able to swipe from those, but never Contacts app.
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I have deodexed my system and have the stock fascinate contacts app and mine swipes left and right.
There are swipe options for both versions, but it doesn't work the same. On the stock fascinate version swiping gives you the OPTION to place a call or send a message. On the mesmerize version, swiping takes you directly into that action without asking.
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There are swipe options for both versions, but it doesn't work the same. On the stock fascinate version swiping gives you the OPTION to place a call or send a message. On the mesmerize version, swiping takes you directly into that action without asking.
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Exactly. So I don't see the benefit of using this.
Screens?
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I was getting into bootloops when trying to install the odex version.
After deodexing my system, the deodexed version went loaded everything fine.
EDIT:
Did some more research on odex/deodex (still just tinkering)
Someone else try to confirm it does/doesn't work. for the odex files.
It might actually have been fine if I knew how to clear the dalvik cache before.
>.<
EDIT2: I'll try going back, and testing again tomorrow when I have time.
Does the Dialer work as well? A non-Verizonized voicemail button would be nice.
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Does the Dialer work as well? A non-Verizonized voicemail button would be nice.
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Sadly, no don't think the Dialer works, or at least I can't get it to.
Hmm.
Went back and reloaded my odex system and tried installing the odex versions, rebooted into CWM, wipe data/dalvik_cache, and still wouldn't boot.
Hmm.
ughhh.. i need this to work!!
The deodexed apk should work on any system as long as you rename/delete the old odex.
Suggest you take a back-up first.
I had originally tried the odex file to see if it would work....
But from what I've learned it doesn't seems like using an odex from any other system wouldn't do you much good.
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Sadly, no don't think the Dialer works, or at least I can't get it to.
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That's OK, the Google Voice-voicemail Dialer mod is a perfect match.
edit: nevermind
So I've been using this and REALLY REALLY like the simplicity of swiping to call/text.
Does anyone know of a recent dialed calls app that lets me do the same, there as well?
Being a recent first time smartphone user, I somehow can't get over the fact that these phones don't have a dedicated 'dial' button. All feature phones that I've ever owned had a green button that I could press once to get into the dialer/recent dialed list and immediately press again to call that number. Currently, it takes just too much work to go hit the contacts button, then the to select a contact and THEN to dial/text.
bump ? ? ?
ok how would i go about installing this? downloaded the .rar now what....
would it be wise to compile a list of the bloatware that we should and should not kill, now that we have root? Also, perhaps the best method to deal with it (Freeze, rename, or outright delete)
Here's what I've successfully removed without any problems so far:
Apps 1.02.16
Backup Assistant 2.3.4
Backup Assistant Client 1.0
Blockbuster 0.8
Citrix Receiver 2.1.1059
Ctiy ID 1.1.7
GoToMeeting 1.0
Guided Tours 2.3.4
Help Center 2.3.4
NFL Mobile 4.0
Skype mobile 1.6.0.15
Slacker 2.1.191
V CAST Media Manager 4.2.99.36
V CAST Music 03.72.107
V CAST Tones 4.5.7
V CAST Videos 5.72.005
VZ Navigator 7.1.5.33
ZumoCast 1.0.17
I just uninstalled them all with Titanium Backup. I've restarted the phone a couple times since and had no noticeable issues.
Is your phone running any faster. Also is freezing them the same as deleteing them
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Is your phone running any faster. Also is freezing them the same as deleteing them
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DO NOT DELETE. Freeze the apps u dont want cuz u wont be able to get updates if u delete apps
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DO NOT DELETE. Freeze the apps u dont want cuz u wont be able to get updates if u delete apps
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What type of updates? I made backups of everything first so I can go back and restore everything and freeze it instead... I don't know if I want to though as everything seems good so far.
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What type of updates? I made backups of everything first so I can go back and restore everything and freeze it instead... I don't know if I want to though as everything seems good so far.
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OTA updates to the OS.
I just froze stuff. I feel better doing that. Im trying to figure out if its helped my phone.
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Here is a list of stuff I removed by renaming from .apk to .bak
No issues so far...
BooksPhone
Blockbuster
Citrix
CityID
FriendFeed
GoToMeeting
GuidedTours
HelpCenter
IMPresence
Kindle
NewBayVault
NFLMobile
Protips
Skype
SocialMessaging
SocialLocation
SlackerRadio
Swype
VCast
VCast Apps
VCast Music
VCast Tones
VCast Videos
VZ Navigator
VZWIM
YahooContacts
ZumoCast
i see no one has listed DLNA as a safe to freeze. I know it is constantly running on my D3 and am wondering if its safe to freeze or not.
Even after freezing DLNA, like a couple other apps like Task Manager and Voice Commands, it still seemed to stay resident. After doing an actual uninstall and reboot, I was good. (I did get an infinite force close loop, thus requiring the reboot. I seemed to be able to hold the power button and tap the force close then the shutdown item fast enough to avoid needing a battery pull.)
I agree we shouldn't have multiple threads for the same topic. I think we should take further discussion over to the more trafficked one:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1235325
djthread said:
Even after freezing DLNA, like a couple other apps like Task Manager and Voice Commands, it still seemed to stay resident. After doing an actual uninstall and reboot, I was good. (I did get an infinite force close loop, thus requiring the reboot. I seemed to be able to hold the power button and tap the force close then the shutdown item fast enough to avoid needing a battery pull.)
I agree we shouldn't have multiple threads for the same topic. I think we should take further discussion over to the more trafficked one:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1235325
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Agreed... we should move this over to the other thread.... can one of the mods close this down?
Can anyone upload backups for these files for those of us (ahem) who went a little gung-ho on deleting apps instead of freezing? (meh bad).
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Agreed... we should move this over to the other thread.... can one of the mods close this down?
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Only members with 30+ posts can post to the Dev forum right? This thread serves the new members, like ourselves, who cannot yet post to the Dev forum.
Hi all,
I did not and will not stop searching for a solution for our slow camera.
I read that someone said that the Atrix Camera would work better for the Bionic. So I downloaded the Apk from here (http://rootzwiki.com/showthread.php...l-(10-05-2011)&p=149453&viewfull=1#post149453) and changed the camera and camcorder icon to our beloved stock ones.
This Camera Version starts much faster, is focusing faster and seems to be a lot more stable. It also seems that those ugly black flickering is gone in the camcorder too
Please report if you are experiencing the same improvements
Note: Unfortunately this only works with the XT862.
Installation:
1. Rename (or remove) /system/app/BlurCamera.apk and BlurCamera.odex to *.bak
2. Move BlurCamera.apk to /system/app
3. Set the permissions to 644 (-rw-r--r--)
4. Reboot
GoLauncher EX users will find the app icon at the end of the list.
Rename to BlurCamera.apk and move this to /system/app and set the right permissions.
Tested over the XT883 rom and yes, this is definitely an improvement.
Thanks a lot for sharing your findings...
Works great. Only issue is camcorder closes to home screen unless you hit record in 3 secs
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Camcorder works perfectly for me.
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Works great. Only issue is camcorder closes to home screen unless you hit record in 3 secs
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Im on monster and not having this issue. Im starting to see a lot of people having problems from jumping roms without wiping. A wipe may be in order. The system apps store app data in the data partition as well and may be what is conflicting for you.
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Ok I lied dang it. Just rebooted after trying to run again and now its all good. Thank you!
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Now issue is that when I press record it closes to home.. not sure what I can do now.. didn't back up old blurcamera apk.
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Dominicusx said:
Now issue is that when I press record it closes to home.. not sure what I can do now.. didn't back up old blurcamera apk.
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In adb shell, as root/su, type:
Code:
setprop media.stagefright.enable-record false
Or open your build.prop and find that line and change it from this:
Code:
setprop media.stagefright.enable-record=true
To this:
Code:
media.stagefright.enable-record=false
I think thats whats going on.
Not sure what I am doing wrong. Force closes for me. Renamed, set permissions, rebooted, wiped cache. Changed back to original camera.
Rotkaeqpchen said:
Hi all,
I did not and will not stop searching for a solution for our slow camera.
I read that someone said that the Atrix Camera would work better for the Bionic. So I downloaded the Apk from here (http://rootzwiki.com/showthread.php...l-(10-05-2011)&p=149453&viewfull=1#post149453) and changed the camera and camcorder icon to our beloved stock ones.
This Camera Version starts much faster, is focusing faster and seems to be a lot more stable. It also seems that those ugly black flickering is gone in the camcorder too
Please report if you are experiencing the same improvements
Installation: Rename to BlurCamera.apk and move this to /system/app and set the right permissions.
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works good for me.
How do I make this camera work on the Droid 3?
patfactorx said:
How do I make this camera work on the Droid 3?
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you need to be rooted, change the name to BlurCamera.apk, place the .apk in /system/app/ , fix permissions, reboot, you may also have to edit the build.prop as per instructions in the earlier post
Followed instructions, rebooted phone and it works just like the original d3 camera, BUT, it starts A LOT FASTER!
Thanks!
misterpat1975 said:
Followed instructions, rebooted phone and it works just like the original d3 camera, BUT, it starts A LOT FASTER!
Thanks!
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Did you do the build.prop changes?
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Just installed. I didnt reboot, so the first startup took a little bit but now it is a way faster startup and much more responsive. Great find man I hope ROM developers start including this from now on.
What about 1080p video recording?
slow88lx said:
What about 1080p video recording?
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It works.
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jfont25 said:
Did you do the build.prop changes?
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No sir, Just switched the apk's.
Any idea why this is force closing on me? Used Root Explorer to rename it, copied it to system/app, set the permissions to the same as the other files in that folder, changed owner to root. Had to reboot, because the camera app was not showing as installed. After reboot, it was back, but it immediately force closes when I launch it. Tried clearing data in app management, also tried wiping cache in recovery.
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Really, I tested the camera the whole day today. It really is really fast now. Finally I do love the camera too!
BTW: Would please someone move this thread to General? I posted in the wrong section, sorry!
@jfont25 I think you have to remove (backup) BlurCamera.odex too. I don't know!
Hello everyone! I currently own a DROID 3 flashed with SteelDroid's 3.0 ROM. At the moment I am experiencing an auto-rotate issue when I place my D3 onto the car mount. For example, the car dock application rotates correctly, however, whenever I have my phone app or navigation app, it doesn't rotate 90 degrees. Anyway to fix this? If anyone has any documentation on how to do so, please link me...I will take it from there.
Also! chevycam incorporated the ICS music apk in his rom...when i try to access the music shortcut in the car dock apk it causes a force close issue. anyway to fix that? i would greatly appreciate anyone's input on this matter.
THANK YOU!
1) my Car dock does this too, I'm going to look into it probably over the weekend.
2) the music shortcut is still trying to open the old music app, so when it doesn't find it, it force closes. You can also scroll to the side and make your own shortcut for the new music app.
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Same problem here with auto-rotate. Was not an issue in SD2. Possibly power notification widget?
JT
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Yeah I ended up using a third part music app. Question, do I edit .apks with eclipse (doesn't have to be eclipse) so I can attempt to fix the music app location f/c issue? Seriously, let me know how I can help since you'll be looking into this yourself dpwhitty.
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Anyone have an update on this, I have the same problem with the car dock.
I switched back to steeldroid 2.0...no issues there. I wish I could find the source of the problem...sorry
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Liberty 3.0 works fine also.
it must not be reading the magnet position correctly. D3 still relies off of the magnet to identify dock status. i've verified this with a pendant and no dock. if the screen is set to NOT auto-rotate, and the keyboard is closed, maps/nav, etc., will always be portrait. apply a correctly positioned/polarity magnet and landscape is invoked.
Any fix for this yet?
There's an app on the market that allows you to force rotation on individual applications. Its my new best friend!!
https://market.android.com/details?...GwsMSwyLDEsIm5ldC54ZGV2ZWxvcC5yb3RhdG9yX3QiXQ..
Call me crazy but I went to APK mirror and downloaded Samsung's corresponding apps for the phone messaging and their camera app oh and also the internet browser and the internet browser is the only one that works. The camera one won't install the phone and messaging app installed but the messaging app force closes right away and the phone app looks to be launching it but then it just goes back to the home screen. I am rooted that helps and makes any difference. Does anyone know how I can do this?
Thank you very much. Alsoeveryone that loves customer recoveries and custom ROMs and tweaking out your phone just hang in there little bit longer because I have a feeling that the TWRP team is going to figure it out any day now and it'll be nice to be able to back up my ROM and try something new or a different kernel without having to do everything in fast boot.