I flashed to PAC rom and copied some of the apk files back to data/media/ folder then flashed back into Trickdroid and tried to install some of the apps.
I managed to install the clock app, the gallery app (I wanted the photo widget) and the browser app. But other apps such as Phone.apk had a "problem parsing the package" or something similar when trying to install the apk.
Is there a way to do this or is it impossible for some apps?
Thanks
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redbull123 said:
I flashed to PAC rom and copied some of the apk files back to data/media/ folder then flashed back into Trickdroid and tried to install some of the apps.
I managed to install the clock app, the gallery app (I wanted the photo widget) and the browser app. But other apps such as Phone.apk had a "problem parsing the package" or something similar when trying to install the apk.
Is there a way to do this or is it impossible for some apps?
Thanks
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It's impossible for some apps. Also the best way is to use root explorer and copy them to system/apps and set the correct permissions. Be careful though and create a backup incase you run into issues.
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So I found a clear Facebook widget, and used root explorer to switch it out in the system/apps folder, matched permissions and rebooted.. worked fine. But now I tried to do the same exact process to the HtcMusic.apk, matched permissions, and it didn't work. Only difference is that the Facebook.apk did NOT have a Facebook.odex file. HtcMusic does. That's the question does the .odex file mess this process up. Can I delete it or replace it, or should I just leave it be? Any help or direction to a thread would be appreciated! Thanks!
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What rom are you running? If it's a non sense rom you can't use htc widgets.
The odex and the apk might not have the same owner, so they can't work together. I'm using an odexed rom too, so I've had that problem whenever I try to replace an htc apk using root explorer. Try doing it with adb instead, by doing an adb push (after adb remount).
Yea im using Eris Lightning 3.02 so it is sense. I'm gunna do a nand restore to before i replaced the htcmusic.apk, cause not only does the stock music player not work now, but my keyboard keeps force closing. After that ill try to push it using adb. Thank you guys for the speedy responses!
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for some reason after flashing a custom theme my browser .apk went missing. i can find it it the file explorer but cant install it or do anything with it. so i was hopi9ng someone can post there browser .apk from cm 6.1 for me so i can install it again. i cant stand using dolphin and opera browser.
...or you could pull it from the CM 6.1 zip that you flashed?
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once I accidentally replaced browser.apk in /system/app by another apk, later I just deleted browser.apk, and from SD card I re-installed it, and browser came back.
i actually tried that and it says application could not be installed. and the browser has appeared on my app drawer now but when i open it, it force closes. what can i do?
What are you using as you file explorer? I recommend Root Explorer, and don't forget to set the permissions...
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ive used root explorer and es file explorer and still no luck. and yes ive set the permissions. it just says application not installed after i hit install.
ok... I had same problem when installing "Android Terminal Emulator" actually~and still don't know how to fix it
so what can i do, this is getting annoying
I think you may have to resort to restoring your backup...
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Do you think if I re flash the theme it will possibly fix this issue? Because its the new inexus theme that was just released. Also reflashing the backup will really be a hassle.
Never mindj just tried to reflash the theme and it didn't work so I still don't know what to do
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You can try the theme, it certainly won't hurt, but I think you'll end up having to do the ROM eventually...
Once you're up and running again, make a backup before trying the theme again.
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i did a nandroid backup before flashing the theme. if i restore that backup will i get everything back. like apps and data
Hi guys, Im trying to get the Google News and Weather app (GenieWidget.APK) from Nexus S, or other newer version, running. I have an older version that does not auto update, so it kinda sucks.
The new version is here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13473045
Ive tried dropping both the APK and/or ODEX file via file manager, also rebooting, but the files are not there afterwards. Im rooted and using FileExpert app, which is granted superuser Im told via toast message.
Also tried direct install of the APK, but again no go --> 'Application not installed' error.
Im running the Mosiac III ROM.
Searches have not helped so Id appreciate some help!
You might wan't to try Root Explorer from the market. Its what I used to install the genie widget. It is pretty easy to use. All you have to do is copy it into your system/app folder and there you have it.
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but do i need to delete the old one? Is necessary to change the permissions of the new apk? If yes how?
If the installation is failing you are going to need to adb push the application to your system/app/ folder and then it should work... I am also looking for the new geniewidget.apk (sorry for bumping an old thread).
I recently installed WidgetLocker and installed it in my system/app folder as I read it would work best if installed there. But have come to just not like using it and just gone back to the default kindle lock screen and changed the background wallpapers. I can't seem to find a place on the device or apps I use to uninstall it.
And deleting the .apk from the system folder works, but am unsure if everything is removed.
Would I just delete the .apk in the system/app folder then remove any links/shortcuts or is there another, proper, way to do it?
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The app manager of a handy program called ROM TOOLBOX can uninstall system files. Just load it, then a long press on the offending "app will reveal menu including uninstall.
Awesome, thank you. Guess I should have this on my device for a while
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Just deleting it and rebooting would unninstall a system app just fine ^^ Though maybe the data wont go
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jailuis said:
Just deleting it and rebooting would unninstall a system app just fine ^^ Though maybe the data wont go
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Yeah, that's what I first did and shortcuts and some of the data and its folder still remained, but I uninstalled with ROM Toolbox and it worked out nicely. Got rid of most of what I wanted gone.
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As titled.
I want to put jelly bean email app and keyboard app onto my One. I extracted the relevant apks from my N4's system\app folder and tried to install them on my One but got the "app not installed" error. Next I tried to place them directly into my One's system\app folder (my One is rooted), but the apks are gone after a reboot.
What do I need to do to install these stock android app onto my One? Thanks.
tsekh501 said:
As titled.
I want to put jelly bean email app and keyboard app onto my One. I extracted the relevant apks from my N4's system\app folder and tried to install them on my One but got the "app not installed" error. Next I tried to place them directly into my One's system\app folder (my One is rooted), but the apks are gone after a reboot.
What do I need to do to install these stock android app onto my One? Thanks.
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the keyboard app is on google play https://play.google.com/store/apps/...1bGwsMSwyLDEsImplbGx5YmVhbmtleWJvYXJkLmYuZyJd
sorry cant help with email
tsekh501 said:
As titled.
I want to put jelly bean email app and keyboard app onto my One. I extracted the relevant apks from my N4's system\app folder and tried to install them on my One but got the "app not installed" error. Next I tried to place them directly into my One's system\app folder (my One is rooted), but the apks are gone after a reboot.
What do I need to do to install these stock android app onto my One? Thanks.
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The apps disappear because we dont have s off yet. The system folder is protected against update and will revert after a reboot. You can get around this by creating a flashable zip.
Also those apps may simply not work.. I believe the apps you are trying to move over require the aosp framework. You may have to wait until someone comes out with a modified version for sense or modify it yourself.
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jaythenut said:
the keyboard app is on google play https://play.google.com/store/apps/...1bGwsMSwyLDEsImplbGx5YmVhbmtleWJvYXJkLmYuZyJd
sorry cant help with email
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I tried various keyboard apps on the play store that claims to be stock jelly bean keyboard and they aren't, including the one you posted.
Most of them don't have the swipe-like typing and all of them somehow have the gingerbread keypress sounds instead of the jelly bean sound.
i found this for you its in german but its got both on there to download dont no if its going to work
http://miui-germany.de/forum2/index.php?page=Thread&threadID=6082