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Trying to Stop Cell Standby

So I was looking at the settings.db with the sql3 lite editor and came across this: Line 59 mobile_data value 1. However, I'm constantly in airplane mode and only turn on wifi and bluetooth as needed.
Is it possible that this line is the controlling factor to keep the Streak from turning on the mobile radio? Would setting this to value=0 stop cell standby?
I'm a little afraid to tamper with it since I don't know what it means - does anyone more knowledgeable than I know what this line controls?

A app called juice defender offers that option
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thatruth132 said:
A app called juice defender offers that option
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Not actually - I installed juice defender but mobile_data still has a value of 1. And cell standby still is showing at 88%!!!

I also had this huge battery drain to cell standby (on the wifi only model...)
trying to flash the Honeystreak, and see if this changes (and to try out HC too hehe!)

Deafdan02 said:
I also had this huge battery drain to cell standby (on the wifi only model...)
trying to flash the Honeystreak, and see if this changes (and to try out HC too hehe!)
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See my post above

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A app called juice defender offers that option
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Not on the stock ROM. I have it and the cell controls only work with certain custom ROMs.
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stevedebi said:
Not on the stock ROM. I have it and the cell controls only work with certain custom ROMs.
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Okay, that makes sense. I was using that for awhile on the stock, and noticed no difference. Uninstalled it a week later.
Will try to test it out on streakdroid once I get back onto a working rom (fell into the BSOD of Honeystreak B3)

Deafdan02 said:
Okay, that makes sense. I was using that for awhile on the stock, and noticed no difference. Uninstalled it a week later.
Will try to test it out on streakdroid once I get back onto a working rom (fell into the BSOD of Honeystreak B3)
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get airplane mode wifi app - turns off the radio but allows wifi
edit...having trouble finding on the marketplace...but this is it:
http://www.androlib.com/android.application.net-geekherd-airplanemode-qqiq.aspx

aweskelo said:
get airplane mode wifi app - turns off the radio but allows wifi
edit...having trouble finding on the marketplace...but this is it:
http://www.androlib.com/android.application.net-geekherd-airplanemode-qqiq.aspx
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Just keep airplane mode (Setttings>Wireless) on all the time - no need to ever turn it off since there really is no phone in this tablet.

docfreed said:
Just keep airplane mode (Setttings>Wireless) on all the time - no need to ever turn it off since there really is no phone in this tablet.
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That doesn't stop the phone modem. If you check the settings you will see that the device is still picking up signal from the cell towers. It just isn't connecting with the mobile network.
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aweskelo said:
get airplane mode wifi app - turns off the radio but allows wifi
edit...having trouble finding on the marketplace...but this is it:
http://www.androlib.com/android.application.net-geekherd-airplanemode-qqiq.aspx
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I don't think that is doing anything more than the existing settings. The S7 already allows one to turn on WiFi during airplane mode. Earlier android versions did not allow this.
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I don't think that is doing anything more than the existing settings. The S7 already allows one to turn on WiFi during airplane mode. Earlier android versions did not allow this.
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I finally was able to disable "cell standby" by the following procedure (for reference see the following in the Acer Iconia 500 forum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...t=cell+standby )
Using "Bloat Freezer" freeze phone.apk (the instant this is done, it will force close - just hold the power button until it shuts off ) - this will only happen once. Then using "Bloat Freezer" freeze telephony.providers.apk - this doesn't force close. Reboot once more and viola! no more cell standby. I also noticed in the notification area at the top a new icon - it's 4 bars with an x over the lowest bar. It's like when you turn a cellphone on airplane mode - same type of icon.
Also, I had airplane mode enabled (I always have that) and now the little airplane no longer shows up - I guess it's been replaced by the "bars with x" icon. WiFi still works as well as it did before.
To me, this indicates that mobile data is off but maybe someone more knowledgable can give a better explanation.

docfreed said:
I finally was able to disable "cell standby" by the following procedure (for reference see the following in the Acer Iconia 500 forum: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...t=cell+standby )
Using "Bloat Freezer" freeze phone.apk (the instant this is done, it will force close - just hold the power button until it shuts off ) - this will only happen once. Then using "Bloat Freezer" freeze telephony.providers.apk - this doesn't force close. Reboot once more and viola! no more cell standby. I also noticed in the notification area at the top a new icon - it's 4 bars with an x over the lowest bar. It's like when you turn a cellphone on airplane mode - same type of icon.
Also, I had airplane mode enabled (I always have that) and now the little airplane no longer shows up - I guess it's been replaced by the "bars with x" icon. WiFi still works as well as it did before.
To me, this indicates that mobile data is off but maybe someone more knowledgable can give a better explanation.
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The link does not work for me.

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The link does not work for me.
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IDK why the link is invalid but here's the process:
Using "Bloat Freezer" freeze phone.apk (the instant this is done, it will force close - just hold the power button until it shuts off ) - this will only happen once. Then using "Bloat Freezer" freeze telephony.providers.apk - this doesn't force close. Reboot once more and viola! no more cell standby.
I also see in the notification area at the top a new icon - it's 4 bars with an x over the lowest bar. It's like when you turn a cellphone on airplane mode - same type of icon.
Also, I had airplane mode enabled (I always have that) and now the little airplane no longer shows up - I guess it's been replaced by the "bars with x" icon. WiFi still works as well as it did before.
To me, this indicates that mobile data is off but maybe someone more knowledgable can give a better explanation.

But this won't work on a stock DS7, which is where I'd like to shut Cell Standby

FredOak3 said:
But this won't work on a stock DS7, which is where I'd like to shut Cell Standby
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Same situation here.

[Q] Auto AirPlane Mode?

Basically I go to school and some rooms I can't get a signal in it.
So I was wondering if there was an app that puts the phone into airplane mode based upon not finding a signal for "X" amount of minutes.
I know of auto airplane mode, but that does it on a timing schedule instead.
Any ideas? Thanks!

manojsuper said:
Look into an application called "tasker".
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Care to go into details?
I just looked at it but it didn't mention what I am looking for sadly..

the app connection checker does what you're asking for
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1068122

tonysunshine said:
the app connection checker does what you're asking for
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1068122
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Hmm I will try and report back tomorrow, thanks!

Didn't do what I needed... Any other ideas?

Hi,
I have developed a simple small application doing exactly what is needed. Other applications on the market are quite complex to do such a small job.
The application puts the device in airplane mode at the specified time. It also gets the device back into normal mode at the specified time. This happens every day. One can also cancel the auto on/off scheduling. The application is small and is free without any complexity.
You can get it from the Android Market:
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.naresh.utility.auto.onoff&feature=search_result
Do tell me if you face any issues. Would be good to get a good rating as well if you are satisfied.
BR; Wolverine

Unlock Droid every morning?

Is there a way that my phone can automatically restart around say.... 6am and then require a password/pin/pattern to unlock it for the first time?
Thank you mucho. =)

Buuuuuuump.
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If you set your phone into airplane mode there is a bug that will restart the phone about 8 hours later. then, you are forced to enter your pin again after turning airplane mode off.

I think you could use either tasker or settings profiles, both paid apps in market. Settings profiles has a free lite version to try as well.
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Ah thank you very much. I might pick up tasker then. And what version of android has the airplane mode bug? I have ICS right now.
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fairplay89 said:
Ah thank you very much. I might pick up tasker then. And what version of android has the airplane mode bug? I have ICS right now.
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Let me know if you get tasker to work, you will also have to get locale and the locale execute plugin since tasker actually doesn't have a reboot option. I've got everything necessary but couldn't get it to work.

Rotkaeqpchen said:
If you set your phone into airplane mode there is a bug that will restart the phone about 8 hours later. then, you are forced to enter your pin again after turning airplane mode off.
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Lol, i thought this was a mavrom bug!! What ROM are you using?

What about a script?
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nexus 7 not killing wifi during sleep after updating to 4.2.1

I have selected to never keep WiFi on during sleep yet now the tablet continues to run the WiFi as you can see in the pictures. This has forced me to use airplane mode when I am on the go because otherwise the tablet just keeps WiFi on and burns the battery extremely quick. This has been a problem since I updated to 4.2.1. I am not rooted completely stock. A solution would be great because this sucks right now. I have tried clearing the cache in recovery but that didn't solve the problem.

I'm running the latest Paranoidandroid ROM and thought that was the problem. I can't yet post to that developer forum so I was just waiting for the next beta.
I guess it's a problem with 4.2.1 then.
-PMS

jetguy35 said:
I have selected to never keep WiFi on during sleep yet now the tablet continues to run the WiFi as you can see in the pictures. This has forced me to use airplane mode when I am on the go because otherwise the tablet just keeps WiFi on and burns the battery extremely quick. This has been a problem since I updated to 4.2.1. I am not rooted completely stock. A solution would be great because this sucks right now. I have tried clearing the cache in recovery but that didn't solve the problem.
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If you don't find a solution you may want to try DataEasyPro from the market. It kills both 3g and wifi as soon as the screen is off and then runs a user defined schedule to turn on 3g or wifi every now and the for a few seconds to keep you upto date with your social world. Works great. There is even a widget so you can turn off the schedule when you are downloading or updating from the play store.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cb56.dataeasypro

PsychoMcSatan said:
I'm running the latest Paranoidandroid ROM and thought that was the problem. I can't yet post to that developer forum so I was just waiting for the next beta.
I guess it's a problem with 4.2.1 then.
-PMS
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I think it is a 4.2.1 problem. Its hard to say how wide spread it is though because I have only seen a handful of posts about this issue though. To me, this issue is unacceptable. I should not have to enable/disable airplane mode to conserve battery. Especially when the previous version of android prior to the 4.2.1 update handled WiFi sleep settings without a problem. Hopefully a fix will be here soon. My tablet used to have superb battery life without me constantly monitoring it. Now I feel like I have to keep double checking that I remember to use airplane mode so that I don't go to use the tablet and find a nearly depleted battery.

Dmwitz said:
If you don't find a solution you may want to try DataEasyPro from the market. It kills both 3g and wifi as soon as the screen is off and then runs a user defined schedule to turn on 3g or wifi every now and the for a few seconds to keep you upto date with your social world. Works great. There is even a widget so you can turn off the schedule when you are downloading or updating from the play store.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cb56.dataeasypro
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This app shows as not compatible for me when I used the link.

jetguy35 said:
This app shows as not compatible for me when I used the link.
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I recommend automate it, I have a couple of rules set to turn WiFi of with the screen (with a 5min delay), then turn Wi-Fi back on when the screen turns on. There's plenty of other settings and rules to play with as well.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=AutomateIt.mainPackage
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In had the same issue. I found Google maps to be the culprit.
It defaulted back to location reporting.
Check Google now sync, maps and currents.
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It's not google maps itself, it's the android location service. It's always collecting data even if your phone or tabscreen isn't on. This is pretty anoying since google only let you choose between agreeing to run the service in the background or not using it at all. Stupid! How about collecting data only when the device is in use?

Same here. There is a bug report on Google about it.
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Ah this is interesting; as last night my battery was on 53% and I am sure I charged it fully previously...... Am on stock too but have rooted.
Might just switch the tablet off all the time for the time being.

I'm on stock rooted 4.2.1 and mine is fine. Strange.
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RKight said:
I'm on stock rooted 4.2.1 and mine is fine. Strange.
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WiFi turns off here also, which means its working as intended, what is strange is is it not working for some people, I'm also on stock rooted 4.2.1.
what is the OP using? Are there any apps installed/running on the OPs device that can keep the WiFi alive?
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jersonf said:
what is the OP using? Are there any apps installed/running on the OPs device that can keep the WiFi alive?
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I highly recommend using an app called Better Battery Stats. You can find the free version here on XDA. It'll tell you if there is an app causing a wakelock. I used it to troubleshoot my Rezound and I'm getting a solid 4-5 hours of screen on time with the extended battery on that because it helped me lock down the apps that were killing my battery.
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I'm stock rooted and mines don't turn off neither.
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Hmmm. Just checked PA beta 7 and it's doing it too. Wifi on always.
A custom kernel would probably fix that.
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RKight said:
I highly recommend using an app called Better Battery Stats. You can find the free version here on XDA. It'll tell you if there is an app causing a wakelock. I used it to troubleshoot my Rezound and I'm getting a solid 4-5 hours of screen on time with the extended battery on that because it helped me lock down the apps that were killing my battery.
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Although my wifi is turning off I give thanks for pointing me in the direction of this app.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1179809
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I was having the wifi on issue as well. Just bought my N7, stock 4.2.1 and not rooted. I followed the tip in point four of this post, which details a simple set up using Tasker, where the unit turns the wifi on and off after the screen turns on or off respectively. The reason for the 10 second delay as is detailed in the link, is to allow for the turning on of your N7 to check the time or other reasons, and then quickly turn it off without the wifi on task being activated.
the screenshot below shows my wifi being stuck on while in sleep mode, even with it set to be never on during sleep in the settings, and the change in behavior once the 2 Tasker profiles we set up.
Cheers

Those of you having issues, have you tried the "only when plugged in" setting? Not sure if it would really matter but that's what I use and mine turns on and off just fine.
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RKight said:
...have you tried the "only when plugged in" setting?
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Testing that now. Turned off Tasker, and set wifi to the "only when plugged in" setting. It's only been about 30 minutes, but so far it looks like it's behaving the same as before, as in keeping wifi on while in sleep. I'll Let it sleep for a few hours and see what the chart shows.
Cheers
EDIT: So I let my N7 sit for about an hour after switching the above mentioned settings, and you can see in the screenshot below that the wifi is staying on while the unit is not awake. I've set my Tasker profiles to control the wifi once again.
I know it may be fixed by a factory reset, but frankly I'm more than happy with the way Tasker handles the issue.
Cheers

so 6 months later, I am still getting this problem. However it seems only to be with the last update. The tasker method seems to be working well though.

Auto power on and switch off app

hi guys, I was wondering if exist in the store any kind of app that can auto turn off and on the phone.
I'd like to switch off the phone during the night and than auto switch on before the alarm.
Is that possible?
thanks to everyone

Turning off, yes. How do you expect the phone to turn back on via an app if it's turned off?
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imnuts said:
Turning off, yes. How do you expect the phone to turn back on via an app if it's turned off?
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Lol I read this before and didn't even bother to answer. At least I thought it was obvious this can't be done.
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imnuts said:
Turning off, yes. How do you expect the phone to turn back on via an app if it's turned off?
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My old blackberry use to do this....strange android and apple can't figure it out

mario24601 said:
My old blackberry use to do this....strange android and apple can't figure it out
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I believe that it was more of a hybrid sleep than actually being off.

metalfox said:
hi guys, I was wondering if exist in the store any kind of app that can auto turn off and on the phone.
I'd like to switch off the phone during the night and than auto switch on before the alarm.
Is that possible?
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Why do you want turn off your phone at night anyway? If it's because battery drain, probably turning off and turning on your phone drains more battery than just leaving it on all night, but if you still think that your phone uses too much battery while you are sleeping, just put it in Airplane Mode, it can be done automatically using Tasker or any other similar app.

Yes I know, but I wanna turn off completely

mario24601 said:
My old blackberry use to do this....strange android and apple can't figure it out
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Sure they COULD... but it would require hardware support to be anything more then basically just turning off the screen and radio connections...
I think the real reason its not there is because why? How many people are actually looking for this? Most will run for a week + if left on airplane mode with the screen off. Who is looking for more then that?
What are we trying to accomplish here?

very old nokia phones could do that

Use Tasker to put the phone into airplane mode? That's about as good as it's gonna get.