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I am looking into buying HTC one when it comes out here in the US. But, i was wondering if Google Wallet is part of the HTC one and if the HTC one supports it.. Can anyone who tried the phone share any info?
Is Google Wallet installed or you have to install it from Google Play?
Did you try to buy something with it?
any info will be great...
thx
I buy via google wallet all the time.
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I buy via google wallet all the time.
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So do many people but that does not answer any of my questions !!!
It would work depending on if Google has released it to work in your region.
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west2cool said:
It would work depending on if Google has released it to work in your region.
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Seriously now, did you try it or are you just guessing? and for now, please focus on US region..
It has NFC, it will most definitely have all the hardware to support Google Wallet. The problem is whether or not your carrier/region is willing to play ball, and/or whether or not XDA can hack Google Wallet into working with the ROM of choice.
Hunt3r.j2 said:
It has NFC, it will most definitely have all the hardware to support Google Wallet. The problem is whether or not your carrier/region is willing to play ball, and/or whether or not XDA can hack Google Wallet into working with the ROM of choice.
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Im on att in the us and it is not supported
I'm on sprint and it's not supported at this time. hopefully soon.
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I have the sprint One and it is not working at this time
D1G1TALD3ATH said:
Im on att in the us and it is not supported
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Whether or not your carrier is willing to play ball. AT&T has never supported Google Wallet.
Anyone got a dev edition who has tried google wallet?
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Anyone got a dev edition who has tried google wallet?
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I have a Dev Edition. Google wallet is "not compatible with your device". I have not tried side-loading the APK yet. I may return the device due to many small nagging issues like this.
rpmccormick said:
I have a Dev Edition. Google wallet is "not compatible with your device". I have not tried side-loading the APK yet. I may return the device due to many small nagging issues like this.
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64gb dev version here. I tried wallet with modaco's toolbox to disable checks and it still doesnt work. However, wallet is not a big deal to me, at all. Cool to show off, nothing more, in my opinion.
just noticed the app is no longer available on the play store. i checked last to week to test, but uninstalled as the phone was listed as incompatible. anyone else not able to find the app? i assume google is not accepting the info on the build.prop as a compatible model?
It is a big deal to me... sort of. I will probably get a GoogleWallet swipe-card when they are available though, as most stores don't have NFC readers anyway here.
I hope the HTC One is eventually added to the list (does anyone know if it has the "secure element"):
http://support.google.com/wallet/bin/answer.py?hl=en&answer=1347934
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Eligible devices for use with Google Wallet
Google Wallet with tap and pay requires an NFC enabled Android device with a Secure Element chip running the most recent Android operating system. Google Wallet is available on the following devices on select carrier networks:
Phones
Samsung Nexus S 4G on Sprint
Samsung Galaxy Nexus on Sprint
Samsung Galaxy Nexus GSM/HSPA+
Samsung Galaxy Victory 4G LTE on Sprint and Virgin Mobile
Samsung Galaxy SIII on Sprint, MetroPCS, and US Cellular
Samsung Galaxy Axiom on US Cellular
LG Viper™ 4G LTE on Sprint
LG Optimus Elite™ on Sprint and Virgin Mobile
LG Nexus 4 GSM/HSPA+ (available for purchase on Google Play)
HTC EVO 4G LTE on Sprint
Tablets
Asus Nexus 7 (available for purchase on Google Play)
Samsung Nexus 10 (available for purchase on Google Play)
International Devices
At this time, Google Wallet does not support devices purchased internationally. The eligible device list above only applies to devices purchased from the listed carriers next to them. For example, an unlocked Samsung Galaxy SIII purchased internationally will not work with Google Wallet.
ranova said:
64gb dev version here. I tried wallet with modaco's toolbox to disable checks and it still doesnt work. However, wallet is not a big deal to me, at all. Cool to show off, nothing more, in my opinion.
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Did you get "Insufficient secure element privileges for this system image (release-keys)" as your error? I tried with the tool box and that's what I got on T-Mobile version.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2024460
I used this mod to get Wallet on my AT&T Galaxy S3 and I loved it. Hopefully someone can release an installer for the M7 too!
FYI, i was able to activate wallet today with no mods to the build.prop or etc. as i'm rooted, it does show the message "unsupported device" on the top, however it appears to be functional and synced to my wallet account. i'll try to test it soon to find out if it fully functional.
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I have the sprint One and it is not working at this time
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Kind of bizarre it isn't working on the Sprint version. Always thought Sprint was all in with Wallet, and it works on the One's predecessor.
Not a good sign, hopefully it's just a matter of something not being set up properly in the rush to get the phone released...
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pwr2wh8 said:
FYI, i was able to activate wallet today with no mods to the build.prop or etc. as i'm rooted, it does show the message "unsupported device" on the top, however it appears to be functional and synced to my wallet account. i'll try to test it soon to find out if it fully functional.
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Would you mind sharing the apk with us? I've got root but each version I've downloaded just exits after warning that the device is not compatible.
Running TrickDroid on T-Mobile UK if it makes any difference.
I've done a search, and still not clear if Google Wallet can be made to work on T-Mobile, USA, by flashing a new ROM,
Can anybody clarify?
I've tried researching this but no where can I find information on if the Moto X has NFC secure element or even general information on how to check if any phone has it.
Does anybody know anything about this?
My main reason for checking (not that it matters) is I'm curious about future Google Wallet capabilities.
Pretty much any phone with NFC can use Google Wallet.
The "NFC Secure Element" is bull**** from Verizon so they have an excuse to use ISIS and block Google Wallet.
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Pretty much any phone with NFC can use Google Wallet.
The "NFC Secure Element" is bull**** from Verizon so they have an excuse to use ISIS and block Google Wallet.
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That is completely false. The secure element is a necessary component of the way Wallet currently works. If it were just a Verizon excuse, why does the Nexus 7 (which is sold directly by Google among other retailers, can be Wi-Fi only, and is available on carriers other than Verizon) lack the ability to use Wallet?
Well riddle me this- what is a "secure element"?
It is, namely, an SD Card or SIM card (http://www.smartcardalliance.org/pages/publications-nfc-frequently-asked-questions#7), or a chip built into a device.
Verizon does not allow Wallet on any of its phones because, according to them, they lack a "secure element" for NFC. With that in mind, virtually all their phones can get and use Wallet just fine. Therefore, it must be possible to use Wallet without the "secure element", you just wouldn't have the secure element (theoretically making it easier for credit card info and the like to be stolen...but...)... Or maybe Verizon is just bull****ting all of us and all our phones have Secure Elements.
So Verizon claims that bull**** to push ISIS, of whom they have an alliance with, and so it would be in their best interest to find a reason to block Wallet and force all their customers to use ISIS.
At the same time: http://www.talkandroid.com/169810-the-new-nexus-7-does-not-officially-support-google-wallet/ There are some instances in which a device genuinely lacks the "secure element", ie the new Nexus 7. But then again I said "pretty much any phone can use Google Wallet". From a practical viewpoint, why would you use a tablet with Google Wallet? It's like talking on a phone with a tablet, it looks stupid.
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Well riddle me this- what is a "secure element"?
It is, namely, an SD Card or SIM card (http://www.smartcardalliance.org/pages/publications-nfc-frequently-asked-questions#7), or a chip built into a device.
Verizon does not allow Wallet on any of its phones because, according to them, they lack a "secure element" for NFC. With that in mind, virtually all their phones can get and use Wallet just fine. Therefore, it must be possible to use Wallet without the "secure element", you just wouldn't have the secure element (theoretically making it easier for credit card info and the like to be stolen...but...)... Or maybe Verizon is just bull****ting all of us and all our phones have Secure Elements.
So Verizon claims that bull**** to push ISIS, of whom they have an alliance with, and so it would be in their best interest to find a reason to block Wallet and force all their customers to use ISIS.
At the same time: http://www.talkandroid.com/169810-the-new-nexus-7-does-not-officially-support-google-wallet/ There are some instances in which a device genuinely lacks the "secure element", ie the new Nexus 7. But then again I said "pretty much any phone can use Google Wallet". From a practical viewpoint, why would you use a tablet with Google Wallet? It's like talking on a phone with a tablet, it looks stupid.
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Well, the Galaxy Nexus did have a "secure element" because sideloading Wallet on the Verizon version worked fine. So Verizon was completely bull****ting us on that one. I'd wager that all samsung devices that use the "nfc chip in the battery" have a secure element. Maybe even any device that has it built into the battery. Not sure which way the Moto X has it.
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I'd wager that all samsung devices that use the "nfc chip in the battery" have a secure element. Maybe even any device that has it built into the battery. Not sure which way the Moto X has it.
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According to this teardown, it looks like our NFC antenna is separate from the battery (see steps 7 and 8)
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Motorola+Moto+X+Teardown/16867/1?singlePage
So, it looks like Google has posted the list of Google Wallet eligible devices: https://support.google.com/wallet/answer/1347934?hl=en
They say that Wallet "requires one of the following NFC-enabled Android devices running 2.3 (Gingerbread) or higher, with a Secure Element chip, on select carrier networks"
The Moto X is on the list, but only the Sprint variant.
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So, it looks like Google has posted the list of Google Wallet eligible devices: https://support.google.com/wallet/answer/1347934?hl=en
They say that Wallet "requires one of the following NFC-enabled Android devices running 2.3 (Gingerbread) or higher, with a Secure Element chip, on select carrier networks"
The Moto X is on the list, but only the Sprint variant.
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Then it should work fine for the other variants once you load the app (may need one of the modified APKs on XDA). Sprint is just the only one of the major carriers that doesn't block Wallet. The others are trying to push Isis instead.
I'm using the t mobile variant and can confirm google wallet does not give me the tap to pay options in the app
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Well, the Rogers Moto X doesn't seem to work either.
Things I have tried:
Download directly from Google Play
BUILD.PROP modifications
Editing etc/nfcee_access.xml
Adding /framework/com.android.nfc_extras.jar
Using a hacked version from XDA
Using the xposed module "Xposed Wallet Patcher"
I did all of those things as well as combinations of them together and none of them worked. Sometimes they just set up with Tap-to-pay disabled. Sometimes it just stays on the "Setting some things up" screen for 5+ minutes and then crashes. The crash seems to be caused by a non-existent or malfunctioning secure element. But, all the signs point to non-sprint devices not having a secure element. I hope that thats not true and someone smarter than I can get Google Wallet up and running.
Secure element can be part of the SIM card. That's how ISIS does it. It's possible Sprint versions have the secure element on the Sprint SIM. I believe Sprint generally makes their SIM cards nonremovable, but if a Sprint Moto X owner could get access to their SIM card, then put it in a Moto X from a different carrier and see if Wallet enables the tap to pay function (assuming you're using the xposed module, etc. so everything should function correctly and keeping in mind you'd have to test over wi-fi since the Sprint SIM wouldn't activate the phone on whatever network the other Moto X is, obviously.)
It does appear it needs the secure element to be part of the sim card. Telus in Canada just announced an updated sim with a secure element built in for NFC purchases.
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Well riddle me this- what is a "secure element"?
It is, namely, an SD Card or SIM card (http://www.smartcardalliance.org/pages/publications-nfc-frequently-asked-questions#7), or a chip built into a device.
Verizon does not allow Wallet on any of its phones because, according to them, they lack a "secure element" for NFC. With that in mind, virtually all their phones can get and use Wallet just fine. Therefore, it must be possible to use Wallet without the "secure element", you just wouldn't have the secure element (theoretically making it easier for credit card info and the like to be stolen...but...)... Or maybe Verizon is just bull****ting all of us and all our phones have Secure Elements.
So Verizon claims that bull**** to push ISIS, of whom they have an alliance with, and so it would be in their best interest to find a reason to block Wallet and force all their customers to use ISIS.
At the same time: http://www.talkandroid.com/169810-the-new-nexus-7-does-not-officially-support-google-wallet/ There are some instances in which a device genuinely lacks the "secure element", ie the new Nexus 7. But then again I said "pretty much any phone can use Google Wallet". From a practical viewpoint, why would you use a tablet with Google Wallet? It's like talking on a phone with a tablet, it looks stupid.
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Verizon never said they lack a SE they said requiring access to it is why g wallet is not allowed. That being said is it still a bull excuse, you betcha. Verizon is stupid thou Being the biggest carrier and not allowing gwalet isn't helping Isis its killing mobile pmts all together now instead of having a minimal ske in NFC payments the entire system will get flushed right down the old crapper.
Somebody with a Verizon dev edition needs to flash the boot and system image from the Sprint build and see if wallet works. I haven't unlocked my dev edition yet bc it's just so nice as is but I'm willing to try it
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I have the GSM Dev Edition of the Moto X and even on this unbranded phone the tap to pay element of Google Wallet is not available. I have asked Moto directly why it isn't allowed on a device that has no carrier and as of yet still have not gotten a response. It is the only thing I miss about my Nexus 4 after switching to the Moto X. I hope someone figures out a way for us to all enjoy Google Wallet on our Moto X's.
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I've been looking into using the NFC on my LG V10 to copy my work badge so I can get in the building with my phone. I 100% KNOW it is possible, because a co-worker of mine has the app on his phone, and on his freaking smart watch! He uses it every day, and referred me to this website to get it, and I can't find anything like that anywhere. All the posts regarding RFID and NFC card emulation are from 2011. Does anybody know where I can find the app, so I don't have to bang on the door when I forget my card? It's very annoying...
I was wondering if I got a Google Play Nexus 6 (Not a Sprint Version, one sold on Google play) ,could I activate it on Sprint? I did it with the nexus 5... Just wondering if it's the same for the Nexus?
I'm sure it will be the same as the N5.
It should work, im buying on play to use it on sprint, the n5 activation was a confusion because was the first time, this time should be easy to active it. The worst scenario would be if the n6 dont have a sim on the box and you would need to ask sprint for one.
Just use international chat and ask for a nano Sim. I did today and will be here in 3-5 business days. That's how I got the Sim for my nexus 5. They carry them for the iPhone, HTC m8, and the moto X 2013.
Tried searching but didn't find what I'm specifically looking for; if there is a thread about this already please post a link!
I'm considering buying a N6 and I am currently on Verizon. I'd like to avoid all the Verizon app junk that usually comes on phones. Could I buy a "Verizon" N6 and flash it with the Google factory image to get rid of the Verizon junk? Or If I buy it directly from Google or Motorola and pop my Verizon nano-sim in, will lollipop start installing all the Verizon apps? Will I still be able to use Advanced Calling 1.0 features if I don't have the Verizon stuff installed?
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Tried searching but didn't find what I'm specifically looking for; if there is a thread about this already please post a link!
I'm considering buying a N6 and I am currently on Verizon. I'd like to avoid all the Verizon app junk that usually comes on phones. Could I buy a "Verizon" N6 and flash it with the Google factory image to get rid of the Verizon junk? Or If I buy it directly from Google or Motorola and pop my Verizon nano-sim in, will lollipop start installing all the Verizon apps? Will I still be able to use Advanced Calling 1.0 features if I don't have the Verizon stuff installed?
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Either way will work to get you a VZW app free N6. I also belive that if you just exit the setup wizard on initial setup of the VZW model then it won't install the apps either. Advanced calling works regardless, as long as it is enabled for that line.
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Tried searching but didn't find what I'm specifically looking for; if there is a thread about this already please post a link!
I'm considering buying a N6 and I am currently on Verizon. I'd like to avoid all the Verizon app junk that usually comes on phones. Could I buy a "Verizon" N6 and flash it with the Google factory image to get rid of the Verizon junk? Or If I buy it directly from Google or Motorola and pop my Verizon nano-sim in, will lollipop start installing all the Verizon apps? Will I still be able to use Advanced Calling 1.0 features if I don't have the Verizon stuff installed?
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I have a Verizon bought N6. And I have to say, there isn't really any Verizon ”junk" on it. Only 2 apps. Verizon Visual Voicemail, (which you may want), and My Verizon Mobile Nexus (for managing your Verizon account). That's it. If you really don't want those two apps, you could flash a custom ROM or a factory image from Google, but I know I always use the Visual Voice Mail app no matter what I'm running on my Nexus.
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There isn't anything from Verizon preloaded on the phone. If you do get Verizon apps, they'll install from the Play Store because of your SIM and you can just uninstall them and be on your way.
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There isn't anything from Verizon preloaded on the phone. If you do get Verizon apps, they'll install from the Play Store because of your SIM and you can just uninstall them and be on your way.
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Correct information right here.
I was worried about this as well as i purchased mine at a verizon store, but it had exactly zero verizon apps on it.
needless to say, i was extremely pleased by this.
And you can disable apps too. Like I use hangouts for my messenger so I was able to disable the stock messenger. Not rooted or anything. Yet.